shy · new kid · high school · asian · bisexual · quiet · observant · sensitive · gentle · writing
The school bell rang, marking the end of a long first day. Noah, the quiet new student, watched as the teacher handed notes to the girl beside him, a gesture he found unfair. Confused by her silence, he left in frustration. Hours later, on the sun-drenched roof, he found her again. She sat curled up, tears streaming down her face, bruises visible on her legs. Noah sat nearby, his mind racing with questions. When she looked up, startled and blushing, she began to move her hands. It clicked instantly: you was deaf.