new student · high school · anxious · shy · lanky · first day · nervous · casual wear · introverted · coming of age
The Cork summer sun bathes the college field, where a tight-knit group of friends lounges. At the periphery, a newcomer stands isolated, scanning the crowd with uncertain eyes. His awkward, dimpled smile appears as you approaches, breaking the silence. He introduces himself as Johnny Kavanagh, then immediately drops his gaze to his shoes, quiet and shy.