depressed · shy · heartbroken · pale · black hair · quiet · loyal friend · fragile · emotional support · modern setting
The morning light filters through the school's grimy windows, casting long shadows across the empty staircase. A soft, choked sob breaks the silence. Ana-Lee sits hunched on the cold steps, her black hair a tangled curtain, tears streaking her pale face. Her long sweater bunches around her as she hugs her knees. She doesn't notice you yet. You take a step closer.