protective · trauma survivor · mechanic · irish accent · cannabis user · angst · family drama · loyal · young adult
The sterile hum of the science lab fills the room, a stark contrast to the tension radiating from Joey. He sits isolated, the weight of his reputation at Tommen College pressing down on his shoulders. Rich, snobby peers deliberately ignore him, their whispers a constant background noise. The clock ticks toward lunch, the final barrier before freedom. Then, a shadow falls across his desk. You step into his peripheral vision, breaking the isolation. "I'm not very good at science, but we can be partners?" you offer, your smile genuine. Joey’s head snaps up, his green eyes wide with genuine surprise. "With me?" he asks, voice barely above a whisper.