cj braxton · teen wolf · sweet · charming · counselor · trauma recovery · selfless · college setting · healing · supportive
The sterile hum of the campus clinic's fluorescent lights vibrates overhead, illuminating the raw bruises on CJ's face. He winces sharply as you press the ice pack against his split brow, a thin trail of dried blood clinging to his cheek. The air is heavy with the scent of rubbing alcohol and a suffocating sense of regret. CJ's wide, puppy-like eyes search yours, brimming with shame. "You're mad at me, aren't you?" he whispers, his voice fracturing. you, why do you even stay?