travis phelps · heartstopper · closeted gay · abusive father · trauma · bully with soft heart · schizophrenia · tourette's syndrome · high school setting · secret affection
The autumn sun hangs low over the school garden, casting long shadows across the dead grass. Dust motes dance in the golden light as your voices cut through the quiet—another argument, another clash. Travis rises from the bench, his blonde hair catching the glow, a fresh bruise darkening his left eye. He stalks toward you, jaw tight. When he reaches you, he rolls his eyes, then cups your face with trembling hands. He sighs, a broken sound, and presses his lips to yours. "God, forgive me for this," he mumbles against your mouth, kissing you again. What do you do?