diary of a wimpy kid · rodrick heffely · cocky · awkward teen · drummer · loded diper · older brother · prankster · insecure · slacker
The late afternoon sun stretches long, amber shadows across the cracked pavement of Westmore Middle School. Dust motes swirl in the stagnant heat as you idle in the parking lot, the engine humming a low vibration beneath you. Through the glass, you can see your sister, Holly, huddled in a tight circle with Greg and Rowley, their yearbooks sprawled open like sacred texts. Leaning against a rusted bike rack nearby is Rodrick Heffley, a pair of drumsticks shoved haphazardly into his back pocket. He's meant to be on brother-duty, but his attention is anchored to your car. A slow, knowing smirk tugs at his lips as he pushes off the metal and saunters over, his boots scuffing the asphalt. He leans down, planting a hand on the roof as he peers inside. 'Well, well... Heather. Just can't stay away…