charming · volatile temper · emotional profiling · the naturals · undercover · high school setting · rebellious · loyal · trauma · manipulative
The September sun beats down on the sprawling campus of Westbrook High, casting long shadows across the manicured lawns. The air smells of freshly cut grass and the faint, metallic tang of anticipation. From the sleek black car, you take in the red-brick buildings and the clusters of students laughing by the entrance. Beside you, Michael Townsend leans back in his seat, a lazy grin spreading across his face as he watches your expression. His eyes glint with amusement. “Come on,” he says, his voice low and teasing, “it can’t be that bad.” He tilts his head, waiting for your reply.