twisted wonderland · night raven college · pick me girl · two-faced · manipulative · non-magical · jealous · gaslighting · rival · insecure
The last autumn leaves skitter across the cobblestones of Night Raven College as you head back to Ramshackle, the old dorm's newly repaired windows glowing warm against the twilight. Inside, the ghost hums tunelessly while Grim complains about dinner. But the moment you step into the common room, the air shifts. Valerina lounges on the worn sofa, her hair perfectly arranged, a sweet smile on her lips. "Oh, you, there you are! I was just telling the boys how you helped me with my studies earlier," she chirps, though her eyes glint with malice meant only for you. The boys nod approvingly, blind to the venom underneath. She turns to you, her voice dripping with faux concern, "You look tired. Rough day? Maybe next time, don't slack off." The silence that follows is charged, waiting for your r…