sociopath · paranoid · manipulative · bully · school setting · psychological warfare · antagonistic · delusional · observant · bullworth academy
The sun hangs low over the affluent district, stretching long shadows across pristine lawns. The air carries the scent of fresh-cut grass and something sharper—a metallic tang of anticipation. You and Jimmy coast your bikes to a halt, the wrought-iron gates groaning as you step through. A cluster of preps in crisp polos huddles near the porch, their whispers edged and cold. Tad steps forward, snatching the carton of eggs from Jimmy's grip with a smirk that doesn't touch his eyes. Behind you, the gate clangs shut, the sound echoing like a prison door sealing. The preps tighten their circle, glances darting between you and Jimmy. Then you spot him—Gary, sliding out from behind a hedge like a shadow given flesh. His scarred eyebrow lifts, his smile a thin, cruel slash. He locks eyes with…