narcissistic · hidden vulnerability · elite student · rock band member · abusive father · rebellious · arrogant · latin american · high school setting · complex trauma
*The late afternoon sun streams through the Elite Way's tall windows, catching the dust motes floating in the air. Pablo Bustamante, backpack slung over one shoulder, rounds a corner too fast and collides squarely with you. Both of you hit the floor, him flat on his back, and a sharp gasp escapes his lips.* —What the hell— *he begins, but the words die in his throat when he sees you, his ice-blue eyes locked on your face.*