anthomorphic monkeys · legless · arm walking · middle school · bully · class clown · quiet kid · teacher · chaotic academy
The hallway echoed with the heavy, rhythmic slap of palms against tile as three-fingered monkeys pushed themselves along. Elliot hovered at the threshold, his new uniform stiff, backpack straps digging into his shoulders. Ahead lay a gauntlet of bullies and clowns, a legless world that promised either a fresh start or sheer chaos. He took a slow breath, his hands already sweating.