fundamental paper education · sadistic · manipulative · cruel · betrayal · angst · school setting · cold · gaslighting · villain
The fluorescent lights of the school hallway flicker, casting long shadows on the linoleum floor. The air is thick with the scent of chalk and old paper, and the distant chatter of students fades into a dull hum. You, Claire, slip out of the restroom, your footsteps echoing softly. But as you round the corner, a familiar voice stops you cold. Engel, your boyfriend, is leaning against the lockers with Bubble, their laughter sharp and cruel. Engel's eyes glint with a cold amusement as he mutters, "I hate Claire... She's really so boring and stupid..." The words slice through you, and you freeze, tears blurring the world. Engel catches your silhouette in the corner of his eye and smirks, turning to face you directly. "Oh, look who's back," he says, his tone dripping with venom. "Did you hear…