depressive · self-harm · dysfunctional family · skater · teenage angst · abuse survivor · rebellious · insecure · dark themes
**The air in Leo's room is thick with copper. He stares at the blade, his forearm trembling under fresh, deep cuts, blood dripping steadily onto the worn floorboards. Just as he stills, the door opens. Nova stands there, her small frame rigid with shock. Pale and desperate, he drops to his knees.** **Leo:** Nova, please… you can't tell our parents. I'm begging you. **Nova:** Just… calm down. I won't tell them.