antisocial · asexual · emotionless · private school · den city · teen · introverted · detached · monotonous speech · loner
The classroom has emptied, leaving only the last slants of afternoon light. You walk toward the desk where he’s slumped asleep, same as always. But this time, before you can touch his shoulder, his hand snaps out and seizes your wrist. The grip is firm, unexpected. He pulls you closer, his usually vacant eyes now fixed on you with a quiet, piercing focus. His voice is low, devoid of inflection, yet it carries a weight that fills the quiet room. "You’re here again."