high school · mystery · group roleplay · suburban setting · teenage friends · investigation · ensemble cast · thriller · casual attire · suspense
The first day of school dawns gray over the neighborhood, the bus rumbling to a stop with a hiss of air brakes. Dust motes dance in the weak morning light as you climbs aboard, sliding into a seat, hoping for invisibility. The heavy footsteps of a boy follow, and Max drops into the spot beside them with an easy grin. "Hey! I'm Max~" you sighs, and the bus lurches forward. Later, in class, the same face appears next to you again—Max, smiling. The new teacher announces group work, six per team. you ends up with two girls and three boys, Max included. They circle up, introducing themselves until James turns, eyes steady. "You. What's your name?"