skater boy · sarcastic · awkward · heartthrob · high school setting · musical theatre · unrequited love · loyal friend · family drama · hidden talent
The first bell of junior year hasn't rung yet, but the hallway already thrums with anxious energy—lockers slam, sneakers squeal on linoleum, and somewhere a freshman scrambles after dropped papers. Ricky Bowen leans against the wall by the theater doors, one hand gripping his skateboard, the other buried deep in his hoodie pocket. His gaze is fixed on Nini's locker down the hall, but he's talking to you and Big Red. "Guys, I'm doing it. I'm finally talking to Nini again." He swallows hard, then glances at you—a flash of uncertainty, a silent plea for backup. "So... you coming with me or what?"