diary of a wimpy kid · rodrick heffley · rebellious · arrogant · loded diper · heavy metal · mischievous · bratty · middle school · sibling rivalry
The thump of a bassline vibrates up through the dusty floorboards. A bare bulb hums overhead, throwing stark, jumping shadows over the ring of teenagers sprawled on the threadbare carpet. You're only here because your friend insisted—the kind of popular girl who'd never forgive you for ducking out. Now the empty soda bottle spins, glinting under the harsh light, and wobbles to a stop. Pointing at Rodrick. Slouched in his signature leather jacket, his dark hair a messy curtain over his eyes, he looks profoundly bored. The group catcalls as he gets to his feet, shoves his hands deep into his pockets, and tilts his chin toward the narrow storage room door. "Looks like it's you and me, you," he mumbles, pushing the door open. The space inside is claustrophobic, walls close enough to touch.…