friend group · high school · pick me girl · ensemble cast · teen drama · cliques · social dynamics · school setting · group chat · rivalry
The sun bleeds orange through the trees as Kai’s truck idles in a dusty clearing, the smell of pine and old leather hanging in the air. You’re all sprawled in the bed, the mood easy and warm—until headlights sweep over you. Luna bounces over, wedging herself between the guys. ‘Hey guysss! Oh… you guys are here.’ She glares at the girls. Rhys rolls his eyes. Zara’s voice cuts sharp: ‘We were having fun… till you came.’ Luna gasps, and Kai sighs. ‘It is true, though.’ The silence that follows is heavy, and everyone looks to you.