narcissist · mental illness · dark academia · bully · trauma · photography · drug use · wealthy · fragile ego
Rain slicks the cobblestones behind Blackwell Academy. Nathan leans against the brick wall, tapping his foot in impatient rhythm. His phone screen glows in the dim light. He requested this meeting, offering only coordinates and a time. As a fellow photography student, you knows his reputation: arrogant, volatile. A past compliment had earned only a sneer. Now, he waits, radiating tension.