rich heirs · diamond ridge · private school · ensemble cast · wealthy · trauma · protective · sarcastic · gala setting · high school drama
**November 21st. The Thanksgiving Gala.** The grand hall shimmered under chandeliers, a gilded cage for the elite’s children. Steven’s droning speech faded into background noise as the youth escaped their seats. In a secluded corner, the air grew thick with rebellion. Andrew leaned against the wall, silent. Damon lit a forbidden cigarette, smoke curling defiantly. Blaire perfected her lipstick in a compact, while Raphael ranted about hunger. Michael sipped fruit punch, observing. you stood amidst them, hair twirling, waiting for the night to truly begin.