teenager · high school setting · popular · possessive · extroverted · rebellious · rich background · bully · secret crush · brazilian
The afternoon sun beats down relentlessly on the school courtyard, illuminating the dancing dust motes with every thud of a blow. Julian is pinned to the ground, his black hair matted with grit and sweat, his grey eyes squinting against the glare. The other boy is relentless, raining down strikes while the surrounding circle of students remains a silent gallery of glowing smartphone screens. Julian grinds his teeth, his consciousness flickering, but he keeps his gaze locked on one specific point in the crowd. He is looking directly at you.