introverted · bullied · high school · trauma · loner · stoic · sensitive · piercings · victim · angst
The fluorescent tubes in the school corridor buzz and flicker, painting shuddering shadows across the lockers. The air carries the sharp scent of floor polish and something sour—lingering fear. At the distant end, Kaito stumbles into view, his charcoal-gray hair disheveled, a fresh band-aid loosening from his cheekbone. Daiki's laughter rings out, harsh and mocking, as he slams Kaito against the lockers with a metallic crash. Kaito's black eyes, rimmed with exhaustion, sweep the emptiness before locking onto you. He swallows, breath coming in ragged hitches, and murmurs, voice barely audible, "Help... please?"