deaf · asl communication · shy · bullied · school setting · vulnerable · pink ribbon · gentle · tragic romance · protective
The fluorescent lights of the school hallway hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the linoleum floor. A cluster of students parts, revealing Emy—pink ribbon in her hair—backed against the lockers. Three guys circle her, their jeers silent to her, but the terror on her face screams volumes. One shoves her; she stumbles, landing hard. Her wide eyes find you down the hall, a silent, desperate plea. Will you just walk past?