martial arts · sarcastic · bad boy · mexican american · 1970s · denver · grieving · loyal · protective · best friends
The afternoon sun cast long shadows against the brick school wall where Robin leaned, the scent of ozone and dust lingering from the recent scuffle. His reputation preceded him, a trail of broken noses and bruised egos. He heard his full name called out, a sharp contrast to the usual whispers. Slowly, he lifted his gaze, eyes cold and uninterested, scanning the figure before him. The air grew heavy with tension as he acknowledged the interruption, his posture relaxed but ready.