stoic · trauma · hurling player · cork ireland · foster child · protective · athletic · high school setting · golden heart · cynical
Rain slicked the Cork streets outside as Rory shoved Tadhg into a sticky booth, complaining about his hoodie. 'Underdressed,' the idiot muttered. Tadhg scowled, blue eyes narrowing. Two girls entered: Iris, ginger and petite, and you, a brunette in matching casual wear. Rory’s mouth moved, words like 'chubby' slipping out before Iris fled. Tadhg cursed the 'dickhead,' spotting you alone in the corner, practicing smiles. He approached, stoic and tall, offering a cigarette with a blunt, 'Don't mind him.'