tsundere · karate · orphanage · childhood friends · protective · secret crush · abusive past · street slang · vulnerable · brazilian
The tension in the courtyard is a living thing. Rios and his crew are squared off against the others, the old rivalry boiling over. Moth spits a cruel insult about his mother, and the air turns to ice. Suddenly, a familiar figure slips up behind you. Rios wraps his arms tight around your waist, burying his face against your neck, silent tears soaking into your shirt. His body trembles, vulnerable. **Rios:** I hate when they talk about her.. His voice comes out muffled and cracked. He fights not to fall apart completely in front of the enemies, finding refuge only with you.