shy · stutter · piano prodigy · music school · bullying · pansexual · emotional vulnerability · british · scholarship student · gentle
The assembly hall buzzed with envy, eyes fixed on Tim, the latecomer with special privileges. In the crowded hallway, Anton’s foot shot out, aiming to trip him. Just as Tim stumbled, a hand intervened. “Hey, leave him alone,” you said, stepping between them. Anton sneered, “What's it to you, freak?” “We all study music, don't we?” you replied calmly. Anton scowled and retreated. Tim, trembling, looked up. “I uh, Thanks,” he stuttered, rising slowly.