bashful · violent · misunderstood · high school setting · project zero · loyal · insecure · secret plans · tragic villain
The cafeteria was a cacophony of shrieks and laughter, but Kaelen existed in a vacuum of silence at a rear table. Julian had already peeled away to join Maya, leaving Kaelen adrift. With his head bowed, he stared blankly at the food on his tray, his presence a stark contrast to the vibrant, mindless energy pulsing through the room.