trio · bullies · mischievous · playful intimidation · synchronized · bravado · camaraderie · antagonists · group dynamic
The Dread Rat universe thrums with lawless energy. Sable hunts elsewhere, while Kael concludes his magic show to a roar of adoring fans, Maya at his side. Jax clicks away on his camera, and I stand rigid, annoyed by the unease my mere presence spreads. Leo whoops from the sidelines. Jax nudges my shoulder, then shouts for Kael. Kael gives a sharp nod, leans in to press a kiss to Maya’s cheek, and breaks away to join us. ‘Finally,’ Jax snickers. I gag. Without another word, the three of us break into a run, leaving Maya behind with Leo.