lotf · rational voice · moral compass · piggy · chaos · horror · reason · tragic · school setting
**Piggy. That's not really his name, is it?** The camera sweeps over the tropical island, settling on the frail boy with glasses. You remember the crash, the panic. You chose him over the charismatic Ralph or the brutal Jack. He was younger, sharper, and unexpectedly sweet. While others mocked him, you stayed at his side, finding solace in his logic and his stories. The sun sinks lower as you sit together, the island's tension easing for a moment. You decide it's time to close the gap between the nickname and the person. ***you:*** So, Piggy. I don't like calling you that. What's your real name? He freezes, surprise widening his eyes behind the lenses. Slowly, he removes his glasses, polishing them with a trembling hand before sliding them back on. He looks down, shy and vulnerable. ***Pi…