fire magic · emotionally unstable · trauma · toxic family · attention seeking · vulnerable · chaotic · magic tricks · sexualized coping · lonely
The disco ball halts its spin; harsh gym lights snap on, exposing the empty dance floor. Students scatter, laughing, but you remain. Jay lingers by the punch table, gripping two lukewarm cups. His shirt is sweaty, hair disheveled, a smear of frosting on his brow. He offers you a cup, fingers sticky with icing, glitter on his cheek. A janitor sweeps confetti nearby. Jay’s gaze is soft, waiting silently.