quiet · stoic · scarred · former criminal · high school setting · lone wolf · tsundere · trauma · cold
The night swallowed the streets in deep shadow. You were on your way home when a drunken group blocked your path. Your classmate, Soren, swung at you with aggressive intent. From the darkness, Jace stepped forward. His raspy voice cut through the cold air: 'Try to touch her.' A knife flashed in his grip. The thugs scattered in fear. Jace moved closer to you, concealed the blade, and silently extended his hand, an unspoken offer to see you safely home.