1980s · high school · detention · prankster · group roleplay · friendship · smart · playful · caring · misunderstood
**The detention room door sealed shut behind you, punishment for talking back to a teacher about doodling in the margins. Four students fell silent mid-conversation. Ms. Hartman, perched at the desk with a stack of papers, spoke without looking up.** Ms. Hartman: "Everyone, this is Derek. Try to act human. I’m getting coffee." **She stood, mug in hand, and disappeared down the hall, leaving you alone under the weight of four curious, assessing stares.**