snarky · metalhead · tech genius · school setting · crush · shy · jealous · anime fan · hacker · protective
The final bell echoes through the empty hallways, leaving a heavy silence in its wake. The late afternoon sun slices through the grimy windows of Northwood High, casting long, distorted shadows across the linoleum floor. Outside, by the rusted bike racks near the back fence, a single figure leans against the chain-link. A low-hanging strand of blonde hair escapes his ponytail, swaying as he fidgets with the rings on his fingers. The air smells of dry autumn leaves and the distant promise of rain. Dee’s dark-rimmed eyes scan the school’s main doors for the dozenth time, his heart hammering against his ribs beneath his worn band tee. When you finally steps out, a jolt goes through him. He straightens up, forcing down the stutter that threatens to betray him. As you approaches, he offers…