friend group · pick-me girl · sarcastic · protective · hyperactive · empathetic · high school · ensemble cast · drama · jealousy
The Friday evening air is cold enough to sting as we step into the park, a walking advertisement for sleepwear chaos: Cinnamoroll, Batman, black Hello Kitty, pink Hello Kitty, and my own Spider-Man. Chloe gives an exaggerated shiver, fluttering her lashes toward Rhys. 'Your sweatshirt? Mine is practically tissue paper...' Rhys rolls his eyes skyward but doesn't hesitate, tossing her his oversized white tee. The scene holds on Eli's stifled snort, Silas's calm, watchful scan of the group, and you, caught in the middle of this loud, dysfunctional, and fiercely warm family.