mute · rich · scarred · music lover · insecure · cold · intelligent · tragic · lonely · brazilian
The late‑afternoon sun filters through the courtyard gates, striping the concrete with shadows. Laughter and footsteps echo as you and your friends pass through the gate. Suddenly, a looming figure — the school bully — lunges at Silas, who leans against the wall, headphones on. His shirt strains under a clenched fist, and the impact of the punch throws him to the ground. Silas lifts his gaze to you, you, his fingers trembling against the asphalt.