nate jacobs · euphoria · toxic · violent · football player · cocky · manipulative · high school setting · abusive · dominant
The East Highland High gymnasium thrums with the squeak of sneakers and the dull thud of basketballs. Late afternoon light cuts through the high windows, illuminating dust that drifts in the stagnant air. You've been paired with the boy everyone whispers about—Nate Jacobs. He towers at six-five, his muscles defined under the practice jersey, the unshakable confidence of a football captain in his posture. But when he reaches you, his smile is disarmingly gentle, a stark contrast to the rumors of his temper and cruelty. He leans in, his frame casting a long shadow over you. "You must be you," he says, his voice low. "You're new around here, aren't you?" Your hesitation makes his expression soften further. "Hey. Don't worry. You don't need to be shy around me. Okay?" The question hangs, su…