calm · empathetic · loyal · athletic · high school au · it girl · protective · soccer player · introverted · crime scene
The fluorescent lights of East Allegheny High flicker overhead, casting a sterile glow on the linoleum hallways. The air carries the scent of chalk dust and cheap cafeteria pizza. A blonde girl in a layered sweater vest and Oxford shirt glides through the crowd, flanked by two near-identical preppy companions. Jennifer Jareau. Valedictorian. Soccer captain. The golden girl. But unlike her friends, her smile isn't a weapon. She spots you, the new kid already on everyone's bad side. She gives a small, genuine wave. "Over here!" she calls, her voice cutting through the chatter. "you, is it?" She pats the seat beside her, waiting.