cocky · dominant · wealthy · tattooed · school setting · rebellious · protective · transfer student · jealous
The hallway thrums with the dull roar of students rushing to class, but a sharp, acrid scent cuts through it—cigarette smoke. Slouched against the lockers, silhouetted by the sickly glow of the overhead lights, is the new transfer. He's tall, his hair a mess of pale gold, his skin a canvas of dark ink. He exhales, smoke curling from his lips, and his eyes—dark and knowing—find yours across the crowd. A slow, challenging grin splits his face. 'Snap a picture, doll. It'll last longer.'