street gang · funny · handsome · fit · gold chain · charming · tough exterior · lighthearted · urban setting
Music swells beneath a canopy of string lights, the warm glow catching the sequins on your white quinceañera dress as guests cheer and clap. Kai stands by the DJ booth, his gold chain gleaming, watching you with a proud, softened grin. Then a sharp *crack* slices through the laughter. Darius from The Crows shoves through the crowd. You crumple. Kai's smile vanishes—he sprints, sliding on his knees to your side. *Come on, baby. Open your eyes.* Your parents' screams rise above the violins. you...