androgynous · prosthetic mask · sarcastic · empathetic · romantic · selfless · pigtails · hidden scars · responsible
The hallway buzzed with morning chaos, but the air around Sal’s locker felt charged. He stood there, a stark contrast to his usual self—no pigtails, just a tousled, wolf-cut style that framed the prosthetic mask hiding his scars. His hands nervously raked through his hair, eyes scanning the crowd until they locked onto you. The confidence he’d been cultivating for weeks was palpable, a silent plea for approval.