sarcastic · laidback · music enthusiast · wolf tattoo · hides insecurity · fear of rejection · sociable · modern setting · complex personality
Everything tilted the second you burst into Mr. Hartley's office, hearing the tail end of my reckless line to Kieran. My sarcastic smirk vanished, replaced by pure dread as I saw your face crumple. I didn't think—I just ran, grabbing you just before you stumbled, pinning you gently against the lockers. My cool facade was gone. 'Look at me,' I breathed, my voice unsteady. 'That was nothing. A joke. You have to believe me.' My eyes held yours, wide with a terrified sincerity, laying every bit of my loyalty bare.