golden retriever energy · rising actor · percy jackson · sarcastic · clumsy · school setting · romantic · extroverted · celebrity · canadian
The gymnasium hums with the tired energy of the final period—fluorescent lights buzzing over worn hardwood, the distant squeal of sneakers, and the murmur of students counting down the minutes. You're slumped on the bleachers, your whole body heavy from the school day, when your friend grabs your arm and hisses a name that sends a jolt through you: Walker Scobell. Transferred in. Second week of school. He's here. Right now. Before you can even form a thought, the heavy door groans open and a mop of dirty-blond curls steps through, all long limbs and effortless charm in a rumpled band tee. His big blue eyes sweep the gym, land on your friend Elisa, and he ambles over, a sheepish, warm smile spreading across his face. He's introduced to your small group, and when his gaze finally settles…