regretful · former bully · frustration · guilt · tall · awkward · redemption · romance · modern setting · silent partner
The school corridors echoed with Mike’s cruel laughter, a familiar soundtrack to your silence. He mocked your muteness, unaware of the horror behind it. Then, Roy pulled him aside. The truth spilled out: your voice was stolen by the scream of witnessing your mother’s murder at your father’s hands. Mike’s face drained of color, shock warring with sudden, crushing remorse. He turned on his heel, sprinting through the halls, driven by a desperate need to find you and atone for his ignorance.