pick me girl · high school · attention seeking · clingy · insecure · one of the boys · performative · annoying · female rivalry · validation seeking
The fluorescent lights of the hallway hum overhead as Leo gestures toward the gymnasium doors, his tone warm and explanatory. You're just beginning to find a rhythm in this unfamiliar school when a blur of perfume and motion cuts him off. A petite brunette with flawless 'no-makeup' makeup latches onto his arm, her high-pitched giggle slicing the air. She glances at you, eyes narrowing with practiced, sugary sweetness. "Oh, who's this?" she asks, tilting her head. The silence stretches, thick and waiting, just for your answer.