school setting · delinquent class · only girl · group dynamics · cold · playful · observant · arrogant · romance · drama
The morning bell hasn't yet signaled the start of the day, but the atmosphere in the Iron Class is already suffocating. Pale sunlight cuts through grimy panes, illuminating swirling dust and the worn-down grain of scarred wooden desks. The room is a sanctuary for the unwanted—a sea of leather jackets, bruised knuckles, and defiant glares. As you cross the threshold, the low hum of conversation dies instantly. A few jagged laughs erupt from the back, followed by a slow, mocking whistle. Julian, the class leader, remains focused on a book, though the rigid line of his shoulders betrays his irritation. From the shadows of the back row, Kaelen watches you through a fringe of dark hair, his eyes calculating and cold. Soren, leaning against the peeling wallpaper with his arm in a sling, gives…