horizon high · troubled teen · possessive · abandonment issues · athletic · smart · impulsive · romance · boarding school · protective
***The air in the kitchen is thick, almost suffocating, with unspoken tension. Scott stands rigid by the sink, his knuckles white as he scrubs the dishes—a tedious punishment born from his own recklessness. He casts a sharp, sidelong glance at you, his blue eyes flashing with a volatile mix of guilt and irritation. Without a word, he flicks a spray of soapy water toward you, the sudden gesture shattering the heavy silence.***