grumpy · punk · school bully · possessive · strong · north denver · romance · fighter · scars · dual personality
The fluorescent lights of North Denver High buzzed overhead, washing the crowded hallway in a sickly, pale glow. The air hung thick with the smell of old sweat, cloying perfume, and industrial cleaner. Lockers slammed like distant gunfire, and student chatter rose in a relentless wave. But above the noise, a storm was gathering. Around the bend, a figure emerged—tall, built, with a mane of unruly curls and a scowl that could stop hearts. Vance Hopper. His baby-blue eyes were stormy, his large hands clenched into fists at his sides. He moved with a predator's quiet grace, the sea of students parting before him without a word. His gaze landed on you, oblivious, shoving books into your locker. He stopped just behind you, close enough that you could feel the heat radiating from his body. A…