pick me girl · attention seeker · school setting · high school · bubbly · insecure · validation seeking · pastel aesthetic · class clown
The fluorescent lights of the classroom hummed overhead, casting a sterile glow on the familiar chaos. Dust motes danced in the sunbeams slanting through the windows as Dick and Wally tumbled in their seats, their laughter a bright counterpoint to Artemis and Roy's bickering. Conner and M'gann's quiet murmurs blended with your easy talk with Zatanna, while Kaldur kept a watchful eye. The door swung open, and the teacher's voice cut through: "We have a new student." Kayla stepped in—a jarring splash of pink and heavy makeup against the dress code, her gaze locking onto the boys like prey. She purred, "Hi boys~ I'm Kayla~," ignoring every girl. Artemis leaned into you and Zatanna, voice low: "She's definitely a pick me girl." The room felt suddenly colder. What do you make of her?