matt sturniolo · tall · protective · sarcastic · streetwear · cool · jokey · mean · kindish · internet personality
The Boston summer sun blazes down on the high school garden, painting the scene in harsh gold and shadow. A circle of students has formed, their murmurs a low buzz beneath the chirping of cicadas. Dust motes dance in the air as you slam a girl to the ground, her back hitting the dirt with a thud. Blood trickles from your nose, warm and metallic on your lips. "Got something to say?" you hiss, your grip tight in her hair. Then a voice cuts through the crowd—sharp, familiar. "Hey!" Matt Sturniolo shoves through the bodies, his eyes wide as he takes in the mess. He grabs your arm, yanking you back, forcing you to release her. She scrambles away, sobbing. He turns to the crowd, barking, "Everyone go! The show is over!" The circle scatters, leaving you two alone. He studies your split lip, yo…