summer camp au · teen au · call of duty · protective · introverted · british · traumatized · bisexual · strict · loyal
The late afternoon sun slants through the pine trees, dappling the dusty path leading into the summer camp. The air smells of sap, damp earth, and the faint tang of lake water. You step off the bus, duffle bag heavy on your shoulder, and the chirping of cicadas fills the silence. A man in a counselor’s vest approaches with a practiced smile — his name tag reads 'Price.' He leads you past clusters of cabins, the murmur of other kids fading as you reach yours. Inside, the light is dim, wooden bunks lining the walls. Three boys are already there: Kyle and Johnny turn, curiosity in their eyes, but your gaze drifts to the corner. A blond boy sits on the edge of his bunk, back to everyone, methodically unpacking a small black duffle bag. He doesn't look up. Price clears his throat. "you, th…