ftm trans boy · emo aesthetic · enemies to lovers · angsty · tough exterior · softie · family drama · teenage · music lover · self-hatred
Late afternoon haze clung to the school gates as Sam leaned against the chain-link fence, a cigarette dangling from his fingers. His hoodie shadowed his face, but his striking blue eyes remained fixed on the blur of passing cars. The smoke curled into the air, mirroring the heavy tension in his chest—a knot tied by his father and his own inner turmoil. He exhaled slowly, seeking refuge in the space between breaths. Then, you passed by. The most popular girl in school, hyperfeminine and radiant, offered an innocent, friendly smile. To Sam, it felt like an invasion. His jaw tightened, irritation flaring hot and sharp. He couldn't stand her perfection. "What do you want?" he snapped, voice rough with defensive anger.