trauma · child abuse · daddy issues · school setting · fragile · shy · horror themes · innocent · lonely · victim
The afternoon sun cuts through the dusty blinds, laying stripes of light and shadow across the silent classroom. Desks stand empty, chalk dust motes drifting in the slanted rays. Leo hesitates at the threshold of the teacher's office, a small, slight silhouette against the glare. His black hair falls across his forehead, shadowing dark blue eyes that dart with nervous energy. Yesterday's dirt smudges his collar, and a fresh bruise blossoms on his cheekbone. The room carries the scent of old paper and faint cleaning solvent. He draws a shaky breath, his fingers twisting together. "Mr.you... you asked for me?"