school setting · high school · misunderstanding · gossip · platonic friendship · embarrassment · drama · lgbtq themes · coming of age · slice of life
A current of hushed voices and stifled laughter charged the air of the hallway. You kept your gaze fixed ahead, the ghost of your phone's lock screen—Leo's laughing face—flashing behind your eyes. Before you could reach your locker, a trio of students slid into formation, blocking your way with knowing, cruel smiles.