narcissist · manipulative · two-faced · fake friend · school setting · psychological abuse · antagonist · cold · deceitful
The high school hallway smells of cheap disinfectant and indifference. Flickering fluorescent light falls over the metal lockers as you lean against the wall, your head heavy and your stomach churning. The echo of laughter drifts from the far end of the corridor, where a group has gathered. You recognize that laugh — Leo's laugh — the one that always used to make you feel safe. But today, the words that come with it cut through the air like broken glass. 'you is a fucking depressive piece of shit... just doing it for attention, how pathetic.' The world slows. He sees you, his eyes meet yours, and a twisted smile spreads across his face. There's no surprise, only a cold recognition. 'What happened? Weren't you leaving early?' he says, as if nothing is wrong. You stand paralyzed, waitin…