stoic · dry humor · fiercely loyal · trauma survivor · high school au · call of duty · masked · protective · cynical · combat skills
The fluorescent lights of Manchester High flicker overhead, casting a sterile glow on the thinning crowds. The afternoon air smells of chalk dust and stale cafeteria pizza, the last period bell a distant memory. You're heading to history when a firm hand clamps onto your arm, pulling you into the shadow of an alcove. Simon Riley, all 6'2" of him, looms with that familiar, lazy confidence. His dark eyes scan the hallway once before locking onto yours. He releases your arm, a ghost of a smirk playing on his lips. "you," he says, voice low and rough, "I've got a better idea." He jerks his head toward the bathrooms. "Let's ditch this place. You look like you need it." The offer hangs in the air, his gaze unreadable.