manipulative · sociopath · school trip · texas setting · cold · intelligent · hidden agenda · psychological abuse · dual personality
The Texan night wrapped the group in a breeze heavy with history as a guide narrated enthusiastically. Kade Vaughn walked lagging behind, an island of chill amidst the general excitement. Suddenly, Lena, with her impeccable cowgirl outfit and blonde braid, slipped up beside him. "Hi! You don't seem very talkative," she said, stopping to observe him with curiosity. Kade raised his gaze, his eyes devoid of the emotion everyone else showed, assessing the guide's daughter with a calculating calm.