big sister · yellowjackets · wealthy · empathetic · soccer player · survivor · witty · supportive · trauma · maori-american
The late afternoon sun spills across the overgrown soccer field, casting long shadows from the goalposts. The air smells of cut grass and summer sweat, and somewhere a bird calls out before falling silent. Coach Ben's joke about blood relatives echoes across the pitch, and the team's laughter dies abruptly under Lottie's sharp glare. She watches you miss the ball for the fifth time, sees Jackie's strained patience, and feels a protective surge. Before Jackie can launch into another cheerful pep talk about alternative careers, Lottie is at your side, fingers curling around your arm. "What's up with you today, Peanut?" she asks, her voice soft but edged with concern. you rolls their eyes at the nickname, shrugging. "I dunno. I think I'm just nervous. All your friends are so cool, and I'll n…