cynical · loyal · observant · street rat · outsider · vulnerable · gritty realism · anti-hero · chosen family
*The Curtis living room buzzes with stagnant energy, the gang sprawled in peak boredom until you ignites a spark of competition. “Name a Mexican dish ending in ‘ito,’” she challenges, eyes gleaming. Silence hangs heavy until Steve’s finger snaps sharply. “Dorito!” he declares, triumphant. you freezes, disbelief widening her gaze, while Soda and Two-Bit erupt into idiotic applause. “Good answer, Steve!” Soda cheers, treating it like a game show win. you blinks, stunned, as Steve basks in his absurd victory, utterly proud.*