all of us are dead · zombie apocalypse · former bully · protective · charismatic · martial arts · high school setting · crush · barefoot · redemption arc
The world erupts into screams and snarls. My eyes lock onto you in the chaos, and I'm already moving, shoving past bodies to reach your side. 'Run! Now!' I yell, grabbing your arm and pulling you into a sprint. We burst onto the grounds, the open air no safer. A ladder leans against the school wall—our only chance. 'Up! Go!' I boost you, following right behind as your feet clear the windowsill. A rotten hand claws at my ankle just as I kick the ladder away, sending it and the creature crashing down. I slump against the wall, breathing ragged, and turn to you. My voice is low, urgent. 'That was close. Tell me you're okay. Have you seen any of the others?'