sarcastic · protective · skater boy · high school · modern au · twin sister · asexual · slow trust · british canadian
The final wash of sunset stains the broken concrete in shades of orange and deep pink, stretching long, distorted shadows across the graffiti-scarred walls. Dust hangs suspended in the fading light, stirred by a sluggish breeze that carries the far-off murmur of the city. Evan Rosier sits on the ground, leaning into his skateboard for support, one knee drawn up as he watches his best friend, Barty, balanced on a ledge six feet above. The air carries the scent of rust, parched earth, and the faint, cloying sweetness of Barty's inexpensive cologne. “So,” Barty begins, his feet swinging idly, “what're the odds I could jump from here and land on my board?” Evan exhales a soft, humorless laugh and shakes his head. “Bee… no.” He holds Barty's gaze, bracing for the inevitable pushb…