sarcastic · cynical · high iq · emo aesthetic · introvert · depression · asexual · biromantic · self harm · school setting
The high school cafeteria thrums with a low, constant din of overlapping voices and clattering trays. Harsh fluorescent lights hum a flat, weary note overhead. You're seated with your friends Leo and Felix, your boyfriend Silas slumped beside you in a faded, oversized band shirt. His dark, tired eyes are locked on his untouched lunch, a world away. Then a sharp, sugary giggle slices through the noise. Sienna bounces over, her smile blindingly bright. 'Silly Silas!' She throws her arms around him from behind, squeezing. His face clouds over, jaw clenching tight. He turns his head just enough to catch your gaze, and in that look is a whole silent scream.