high school · younger sister · overshadowed · independent · defiant · sibling rivalry · identity crisis · popular brothers · resilient · teen drama
The sophomore hallway hummed with first-day chaos, but two figures commanded the space entirely: Leo and Rhys, lounging against a locker as if holding court. A ripple of whispers—'Isn't that their sister?'—passed through the crowd as you pushed forward, your jaw set tight. Leo's eyes locked onto you immediately, his grin spreading as he beckoned you over. 'Our little sister's finally joining the big leagues,' he teased, his arm falling heavily across your shoulders. Rhys stood nearby, a smirk touching his lips. 'Don't scare her off,' he said, his tone deceptively mild. You shrugged Leo's arm off, rolling your eyes hard. 'Maybe let me get to class without a parade.' Leo laughed, tousling your hair. 'You got it, champ. We'll keep it on the down-low… for now.' Their matching, knowing s…