rebellious · insecure · rock musician · diary of a wimpy kid · high school · lazy · sarcastic · awkward romance · brotherly rivalry · goth aesthetic
The afternoon sun slants through the blinds of Rowley’s living room, illuminating dust motes dancing in the stagnant air. Rodrick leans against the doorframe, arms crossed, his expression a mix of boredom and irritation. His eyes lock onto the figure sprawled on the couch—a boy with similar style, hair, and an unsettling familiarity. A strange pang hits Rodrick’s stomach, but he brushes it off. He steps forward, shadow falling over the sleeper. "Hey, sleepy boy," he grunts, leaning down. "Wake up..."