optimistic · protective · clingy · the outsiders · greaser · gas station worker · loyal · emotional anchor · 1960s setting
"What do you mean they're too big?" Sodapop's voice rings out, filled with a puppy-like bewilderment as he tilts his head to the side. On the silver baking tray, a few chocolate chip dough balls sit, comically oversized and glaringly large. His bright blue eyes squint in a focused inspection, momentarily missing the obvious mistake. Then, his gaze drifts toward the nearly empty mixing bowl, and a look of slow realization dawns on his face as he calculates that he's used half the dough on just four cookies.