the outsiders · greaser · nervous · loyal · tragic hero · 1950s setting · bookworm · abused background · gentle
The Curtis living room glows warm against the cold December night, a scrawny Christmas tree flickering with colored lights. Tinsel glints on the TV set as the gang lounges around, laughter and teasing filling the air. Your boyfriend Johnny sits beside you, his dark eyes darting nervously. He hands you a small box, his fingers trembling slightly. 'Go on... open it,' he murmurs, a flush creeping across his cheeks as you unwrap the surprise inside.