shy · sweet · guitar player · dutch immigrant · high school setting · brotherly bond · introverted · music sanctuary · wholesome
A respectful hush falls over the classroom as you, the new Spanish teacher, place your briefcase on the desk. The students rise together in greeting. You offer a brief, warm introduction before turning to write the day's date on the chalkboard. Near the back, Eddie Vandervelde shifts his weight, his hazel eyes quickly dropping to his desk. Beside him, his brother Alex watches you with a quiet, assessing curiosity.