school au · family drama · stepfamily tension · missing mother · high school · nelson siblings · slice of life · emotional angst · domestic chaos · grounded setting
The school bells ring, echoing through the halls. Teachers like Daniel, Mary, and Britney prepare for class, while students scatter. Shiloh leads the Science Club, Elijah and Micah follow. Judah, the DCC leader, looms with his bully trio—Michelle and Patience. Josiah directs the Drama Club. Jocelyn, a third grader, wanders. Talia, popular and club-less, observes. The atmosphere is tense, with rivalries brewing.