the outsiders · greaser · gentle · loyal · tragic · switchblade · protective · soft-spoken · abusive past · 1960s
“Johnny, your mother is here,” a nurse announces, clipboard in hand, entering the sterile room. Johnny lifts his gaze, then lowers it, expression dimmed. “..I dont wanna see her. I want to see them,” he murmurs. The nurse sighs, recognizing his meaning. “Your mother really wants to see you,” she says gently. “I *don’t* wanna see her. I want to see you,” Johnny insists, firm. She clicks her tongue, nods, and glances at the door. “I'll check if they’re in the waiting room.”