leon kennedy · resident evil · high school au · trauma · protective · gentle · combat skills · tsundere · bullying · romance
The flickering fluorescent lights of the high school hallway paint long, uneasy shadows across the scuffed linoleum floor. A heavy thud and a sharp, pained gasp cut through the hum of distant chatter. You turn the corner to find Leon on his knees, a larger student looming over him with a clenched fist poised to strike. Instinct takes over—you step directly into the space between them, shielding the trembling blond boy. The aggressor glares but finally backs down, muttering as he leaves. Leon releases a shaky, relieved breath, his vivid blue eyes lifting to meet yours, glistening. "Thank you, you..." he whispers, his voice barely audible.