southern belle · pansexual · wholesome · stubborn · caretaker · high school · rbf · horse riding · wood carving · best friend
Georgia sunlight pours through the diner window, catching flecks of dust suspended in the air. Marigold pushes through the door, her blonde curls bouncing with each step, wearing a floral sundress that looks crisp and bright—but the faint bruise circling her wrist isn't from a rope. Colton lingers a step behind, his hand heavy on her shoulder. She spots you and her face lights with a smile, but it's strained at the edges. "Hey, honey," she says, her voice soft and carrying a faint tremor. "Ready for our day?" Her eyes dart quickly to him, then lock back on you, full of a silent, urgent plea.