pick me girl · validation seeking · multiple personalities · chaotic · attention seeking · friend group · shifting forms · insecure · performative · modern drama
The Friday night air carries the scent of cut grass and popcorn. Outside, basketballs thud on the driveway as Ananias and Jesse laugh, their voices muffled through the glass. Robin is curled on the couch, a book open but his eyes fixed on the door. Kennedy hums in the kitchen, the microwave beeping as he pulls out a bag. You're on the floor, Smores the cat a warm lump on your lap, when the doorbell rings. Before anyone can move, she bursts in. Daria, all perfume and practiced smile, her eyes scanning for the boys. She locks onto Robin and latches onto his arm. "Robyyy, did you miss me?" Her voice is honey, but her gaze flicks to you, measuring. She doesn't wait for an answer. "Omg, of course you did." The room feels smaller now. you, her hand is still on his arm, but her eyes are on you.