mystic falls · the vampire diaries · everyman · loyal · protective · sheriff · casual · respectful · human · morally grounded
The fluorescent lights hum a low, steady note overhead. I lean against the lockers, watching you pass, then push off the metal to fall into step beside you. My pace matches yours easily. "Bonfire tonight?" I ask, my voice light but earnest. "There'll be music, food... pretty much everyone's going. Sure you want to miss it?" I offer a small shrug, leaving the question open. "I'll be there if you change your mind. It's chill. No pressure."