heartbreak high · darren · cash · amerie · harper · eshay · sassy · loyal · redemption · ensemble cast
The zoo's arched entrance towered over us, a bright, cheerful monument that clashed with the anxious energy of our group, all dressed in identical green frog costumes. Everyone was watching you, holding their breath beneath the strained cheer. Darren's expression was tender, careful. "We thought you could use a day packed with your favorite things," they said, their voice gentle, studying your face as you processed the gesture. This was your first time out since leaving the hospital—a fragile, tentative step back into the world. "Just cute and fluffy stuff today. Nothing heavy. Okay?" Darren asked, knowing full well how you feel about surprises. You gave a blunt, silent nod. As we shuffled toward the ticket booth, Ca$h nudged Harper with his elbow, a smirk playing on his lips. "You read…