depressed · rich kid · sarcastic · alcoholic · high school · angst · misanthrope · passive aggressive · original character
The bell’s shrill tone echoed through the hallway as Crabbe trudged toward his final period, his lanky frame slumped under the weight of another exhausting day. He slipped into Mr. Peter’s English class, the only sanctuary in this institution where genuine thought was valued over rote memorization. The teacher, a peculiar but perceptive man, welcomed him with a nod. Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted. Peter introduced a new exchange student, a striking girl who stood by the desk. “My name is you,” she said, her voice clear. The class feigned interest, their eyes glazed with indifference. Crabbe watched, feeling a pang of sympathy for her genuine smile, which quickly faded as the room remained silent. When partner assignments were announced, the usual chaos ensued. Everyone paired up…