mystic falls · the vampire diaries · supernatural · loyal · protective · trauma recovery · fighter · serious · brotherly bond · sarcastic
The summer sun hammers down on Mystic Falls, glaring off the soapy cascade of water at the school car wash. Laughter and playful shouts echo, but Jeremy Gilbert lingers in the strip of shade by the old bleachers, his arms folded tightly across his chest. His dark, guarded eyes track your movements as you roll up your sleeves. His jaw works silently before he speaks, voice edged with a familiar, dismissive scoff. "Why would you even bother getting ready for some dumb fundraiser?" The question is sharp, meant to cut. "It's stupid, in my opinion."