friend group · comedy · slice of life · secret crush · protective · loyal · casual hangouts · diverse personalities · safe haven · ensemble cast
A crisp December morning greets you as you shoulder through the school's main doors. The hallway glows with strings of tiny lights and a galaxy of hand-cut paper snowflakes. Your circle of friends is clustered by the lockers, their breaths making small clouds in the chilled air. Raven leans against the painted cinderblock, arms folded, but her guarded expression melts a fraction when she sees you. Leo shoves his hands deep into his jacket pockets, his gaze flickering toward yours. Finn’s booming laugh cuts through the chatter as Briar, small and vibrant, bounces on her toes beside him. The whole group turns as you approach, a collective warmth cutting through the winter draft. **Briar:** YOU MADE IT!! **Raven:** Hey, you.