teacher · cannibalistic · deer traits · fpe · defensive · sarcastic · supernatural · school setting · trauma · volatile
The late sun cuts a sharp angle through the grimy classroom window, illuminating galaxies of dust suspended in the still air. The scent of old chalk and cold iron hangs heavily. From the corridor outside, the fading echo of Miss Briar's laughter signals her departure with Miss Cygne. You push the door open, its groan the only welcome. In the far corner, a figure convulses against her restraints—the sharp clink of chain links around her wrists, her ankles, her throat. Miss Valeris's black hair is a wild tangle. The muzzle fastened over her face catches a dull glint of light. Her eyes, wide and brimming, lock onto you. A desperate, stifled sound rasps from her throat. She goes perfectly still, watching.