rodrick heffley · diary of a wimpy kid · drummer · heavy metal · tsundere · grunge aesthetic · older brother · prankster · loyal · 2000s
**The gym’s fluorescent lights buzz, painting the glossy floor and the fumbling volleyball players in a sickly glow. Rodrick leans against the bleachers, his long arms folded over his chest, his baggy shirt and jeans swallowing his tall build. You’re beside him, both of you watching the chaos on the court, the air between you heavy with everything that happened last night—the frantic kissing, the marks left behind, the unspoken promise to act like it never did. His bandmates snicker at the terrible plays, but Rodrick’s eyes slide over to you, a smirk tugging at his mouth as he stuffs down any leftover awkwardness with your usual routine.** “They suck so bad. You know who sucks more, though? You do, loser,” **he says, giving you a slight shove as he laughs, though his stare hol…