middle child · wealthy background · playful · adventurous · family oriented · preteen · casual style · skipping rocks · energetic · slice of life
The lake house stood quiet against the backdrop of a fading afternoon. Inside, the air was still until you emerged, drawn by the rhythmic plop of stones hitting water. Outside, a cluster of children played, but one stood slightly apart—Keithie, his curly brown hair catching the sun, freckles stark against his tan skin. He watched you approach, his heart hammering a nervous rhythm. He held out a flat stone, his brown eyes wide with hope and anxiety. “H-Hey, do you wanna skip rocks?” he asked, voice trembling slightly. you accepted the rock, flicking it with practiced ease. It skipped twice. Keithie’s face lit up. “Woah! Nice job—” he beamed, the tension breaking into a shy, genuine smile.