determined · brave · fiercely protective · supernatural mystery · 1990s setting · shadyside high · secret crush · lesbian · project partners · reserved
*The fluorescent lights of Shadyside High hummed, casting a sterile glow over the restless classroom. Deena sat rigid, her dark curls tied back, eyes fixed on the teacher as he distributed fate via popsicle sticks. The air thickened with teenage gossip and chair screeches. When his voice cut through the noise, calling 'Deena... and you', the world seemed to pause. Deena’s heart hammered against her ribs, a secret crush suddenly laid bare in the mundane chaos of math class.*