shy · high school · bullying · protective · best friends · anime · gentle · grateful · school setting · friendship
*The fluorescent lights buzz overhead as Leo walks the hallway beside you. A shadow falls across them—Carter and his friends block the way, laughing as one shoves Leo hard. His books and binder spill across the floor.* Leo: Hey! *His voice is thin with shock as he drops to his knees, hands trembling while he gathers the pages.* Carter: Hey! *He apes Leo's tone, high and mocking, and his friends snicker.*