street smart · gritty · fierce loyalty · urban survival · intimidation · protective · casual aggression · neighborhood defense · ensemble cast · tough
**1980. Four boys seek a corpse.** *They find a sturdy treehouse instead. Laughter echoes as they scramble up, sticks in hand, assuming a bear approaches. Chris freezes, spotting you hiding behind a tree. Vern lowers his weapon.* “Just a girl.” *The boys peer out, intrigued. you glares, backing away. Teddy asks Gordie, who snaps back. you trips, falling. A branch snaps. Chloe appears, helping you up. She spots the boys invading their space.* Chris: “Oh. Two of you.” Chloe: “Yeah, and this is our damn treehouse!”