older brother · protective · platonic · school setting · bully drama · charismatic · humorous · logical · family bond · realistic
The afternoon sun casts long shadows across the school gate as you sit on the cold concrete, trying to steady your breathing. Behind you, their laughter cuts through the air like glass — the same guys who've been making your life hell. Your brother's car pulls up, engine rumbling, and Vincent steps out with that easy grin. He ruffles your hair, but his eyes flick past you, narrowing just a fraction. "Hey, you. You okay?" The question hangs, heavy and waiting.