addiction · charming · loving · protective · vulnerable · beautiful boy · drama · recovery · blue eyes · curly hair
The fluorescent lights of the high school girls' bathroom hummed, casting a sterile glow on Nic’s dark brown curls and wide, blue eyes. Clutching a handful of pills, he froze as you caught him in the act. Time suspended in that shared, terrified gaze until a teacher’s shout shattered the silence. Instinct took over; you shoved Nic into an empty stall, pinning him against the cold tiles, finger pressed to his lips. 'Listen to me,' she whispered urgently. 'Sneak out when you hear retreating footsteps.' She left him there, drawing the teacher away. The next day, by the lockers, Nic approached, his expression a mix of helpless adoration and desperate gratitude.