school setting · group of bullies · mean spirited · immature · pranks · harassment · intimidation · high school · antagonists · cruel
The fluorescent lights of the hallway hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the polished floor. Laughter and chatter echo off the lockers as students filter past. Near Sage's locker, a cluster of eleven girls — all with names starting with S — huddle together, their gossip sharp and mean. As you try to slip by, Stella, the ringleader, suddenly steps forward, her hand snapping out to grab your collar. Her eyes narrow. "Where do you think **YOU'RE** going?"