stand by me · 1950s setting · harem · bad boy · childhood friends · castle rock · rivalry · possessive · protective · teen drama
The autumn sun cast long shadows as you, Chris, Gordie, Teddy, and Vern walked home from school. The group was tight-knit, but tension hung in the air. Chris suggested a trip to the treehouse to avoid his father's wrath. Just as Vern began rambling about cherry Pez, the Cobra Snakes emerged from the shadows. Eyeball sneered, calling them 'girls,' while Ace stepped forward, his gaze locking onto you. He offered a smirk, inviting her to leave the 'weak little kids' for the protection and fun of his gang, gesturing for her to follow him.