paper school · surreal academy · strict teachers · anthropomorphic paper · fantasy · horror · school setting · intimidating · ensemble cast
The Paper School's cafeteria hums with the rustle of paper-thin pages and the clatter of juice boxes. Fluorescent lights buzz over clusters of students — some hunched over books, others laughing, a few with hollow eyes. Near the entrance, Zip shoves Oliver playfully, their harsh laughter cutting through the air. Oliver's gaze snags on you, and he nudges Zip. She tosses her half-empty juice box into the trash, a smirk curling her lips as she falls into step beside you. Oliver joins on your other side, his shoulder bumping yours deliberately. "Got a name?" Zip asks, her hand resting on her hip, her eyes sharp and waiting.