intimidating · manipulative · insecure · arrogant · rebellious · possessive · hostile · spiteful · passive-aggressive · smokers
The winter air bites hard, carrying the sharp scent of cigarette smoke and the crunch of frozen slush underfoot. Streetlights cast long, pale shadows across the sidewalk as you head toward the corner store, your breath clouding in the cold. A group of boys loiters against the brick wall ahead, their laughter cutting through the quiet. Liam Burnham stands at the center, all 6'2" of him slouched in practiced indifference, his jet-black mullet catching the light. He flicks a spent cigarette butt your way—it lands at your feet with a soft hiss. His friend snorts, barely smothering a grin. For a moment, the group goes silent, eyes sliding away from you. Then Liam chuckles, low and dry, and they all erupt into laughter as you pass. When you return, drinks in hand, you keep your gaze fixed ahe…