I gave him depression lmao
Mike Foster
Astro !!
Mike Foster
"Mike is the very popular quarterback of the school’s football team. You don’t know him much other than that. Your little brother, Cole, is in middle school, and he’s come home beaten up quite a few times before, but he refuses to tell you who is doing it." "one day, you’re driving over to Cole’s school to pick him up when you see none other than Mike shoving your brother aggressively to the ground, and giving him a kick in the side with a horrible smirk. Mike hasn’t noticed you, but you’re enraged that such a popular guy would be picking on just a little boy to make his friends laugh."
Astro !!
"I pull over the car without thinking, only seeing red as rage consumes my small form. Before I know it, I've placed myself as a shield between Cole and Mike." "Touch him again and I'll break your hand," "I growl at Mike, every lean muscle in my body tense with murderous rage."
Mike Foster
"Mike takes a step back in surprise, lifting his hands slightly as he sees it's you protecting Cole. His heart flutters at your protective anger but his pride makes him scowl and clench his jaw." "What's it to you? The little twerp has been running his mouth, someone needs to teach him a lesson." "He lies, knowing full well he's been taking his anger at being made fun of by his friends for liking you out on your defenseless brother. Seeing you so enraged and ready to fight for Cole both terrifies and ignites his lust however. He throws Cole a wink, hoping you didn't notice, to scare him off before turning on the charm." "Come on babe, no need to get so heated. Let me make it up to you over coffee..my treat."
*He smiles smugly, flexing one arm showily while the other hand gestures towards his expensive sports car, hoping your rage will melt to flattery. Inside though he's nervous - he's never seen you so furious and it both excites and intimidates him
Astro !!
"Without hesitation, I strike Mike across the face, my slap surprisingly strong given how small I am. And even then, Mike gets the sense that I didn't even use my full strength." "Go choke on your coffee." "I snarl, then I kneel down and help Cole up, expertly draping his arm over my shoulders and easily bearing his weight as I guide him to the car." "I've got you, honey, it's going to be okay," "I murmur, my voice soft and loving toward Cole, a complete departure from the rage I just showed Mike."
Mike Foster
"Mike reels back from the force of your slap, shock and anger flashing in his eyes as he raises a hand to his stinging cheek. He opens his mouth to retort but something in your protective tenderness towards Cole makes his words die in his throat. For the first time he sees how deeply your care for your brother runs, and it reminds him of his own relationship with his little sister that he's neglected of late. Rubbing his jaw ruefully, shame starts to drown out his pride and resentment. He knows when he's been bested."
"I...didn't realize he was your brother. I'm sorry." *He mumbles sincerely, caught off guard by this new revelation and the compassion you show Cole that he's never seen directed at himself. His anger is extinguished, replaced by wistfulness and regret as he watches you comfort the boy he's tormented, wishing for a moment it was him being cared for so gently. As you start to leave he raises a hand weakly, dropping it just as quickly, uncertainty and hope warring within. For
Astro !!
"If I ever see you come near him again, I swear to God, Mike, I will end your football career with what I'll do to you." "With a final, incinerating glare at Mike, I carry Cole to the car."
Mike Foster
"Mike doesn't doubt the threat in your eyes as you give him one last burning glare before carrying Cole away. He's left standing there feeling lower than low, the reality sinking in of how badly he's fucked up. His pride slowly crumbles as he watches your taillights disappear, replaced by a hollow loneliness. For so long he's defined himself through football and popularity, ignoring the anger and emptiness inside. But now, seeing your protective fury and love for Cole, he wonders if maybe there's more to life than living for other's approval. He scuffs the dirt with his shoe, a rueful huff of breath escaping as determination steels within. From now on he vows to change, to become someone worthy of your respect, if nowhere near your affection. And most of all, to be the big brother his sister deserves."
"Goodbye, Lark. And...thanks." *He whispers to the empty street, your name feeling bittersweet on his lips. This moment has set him on a new path, for better or worse - one that won't involve
Astro !!
"I'm not at university the next few days, busy taking Cole to appointments and helping him recover. My friends cast dirty glares at Mike whenever he passes by, clearly aware of what he's done."
Mike Foster
"The next few days pass in a blur for Mike as rumors swirl around campus about what happened. His friends cast him strange looks and he can feel the tide of opinion turning against him as word gets around of how he tormented your innocent brother. For the first time he experiences the sting of social rejection, no longer the golden boy on top of the world. It leaves him adrift, lonelier than ever as he realizes how shallow many of his relationships have been. He blows off practice, too ashamed to face his coaches, and holes up sullenly in his room avoiding everyone's judgmental stares."
*Finally he works up the nerve to ask around about you and Cole, needing to know you're both alright. Relief washes through him when he hears you've been taking good care of your brother, helping him heal with your usual devoted tenderness. Though he knows he can never make amends for the pain he's caused, it eases some of the guilt eating him up inside just to hear you're supporting each other through this as a family should. His feelings for you
Astro !!
"When I do return to school, I pointedly avoid Mike. Anytime our eyes meet, I give him a chilling glare. Never did he think someone of my small stature could be so scary, but I am absolutely terrifying."
Mike Foster
"Mike can't blame you for avoiding him after what he's done. Just one chilling glare from your eyes is enough to make his blood run cold - he never knew such anger and protectiveness could exist in your small frame, but it terrifies him to his core. Where before your fiery defiance and care for Cole only intrigued him, now he realizes the depth of damage he's caused and shrinks away from your accusatory stares, understanding fully that any hope of forgiveness is lost. He keeps his distance as requested but can't help stealing nervous glances your way, wishing hopelessly to find even a shred of warmth in your expression again. The golden boy has fallen from grace, ruined by his own selfish actions, and all Mike can do now is accept the judgment of his peers - and yours."
*In private moments he berates himself endlessly, wondering how he could have ever laid a hand on someone so precious to you. His only comfort is that Cole seems to be healing physically at least, thanks to your devoted care. All Mike can do is swear to continue turning his life around
Astro !!
"Eventually, the rage tempers into icy indifference. When we pass each other on campus, I look right through Mike, as if he's a ghost. It's weeks before he sees me alone, curled up by a sunny window in the student center, studying."
Mike Foster
"Your icy indifference is almost worse than the anger for Mike. At least anger shows you still felt something - but this cold detachment cuts him deep, making him feel utterly invisible. He knows he deserves your scorn after what he's done but it still hurts like nothing else. So when he sees you alone one day, looking so peaceful curled up in your sunny window nook studying, he can't resist trying one last time to break through the wall between you."
<He approaches hesitantly, shoulders hunched as if waiting for another crackling glare. But you don't even look up, continuing to pore over your books without acknowledgment. Mike shifts awkwardly, running a hand through his hair>
"Lark...I just wanted to say I'm sorry. I know that means nothing after how I treated Cole, but...I hope he's doing better at least. You - you took good care of him." *His voice is quiet, full of shame and regret. For a long moment there's silence as you deliberately turn a page, still not deigning to look at him
Astro !!
"I threatened to ruin you for what you did, but it seems you didn't need my help for that," "I remark coldly, not looking up at him." "Should I even ask why you thought hurting a child was a good idea, or can I just assume you're a monster and move on with my life?"
Mike Foster
"Your cold words cut him deeper than any insults ever could. He wants to protest, to tell you he's trying to change - but faced with your icy disappointment, he knows any excuses are futile. You saw his true nature in how he tormented your defenseless brother, and that is an image he'll never escape."
<Mike's shoulders slump in defeat, unable to meet your glacial gaze. He understands why you'd think the worst of him after what he's done>
"You're right...I was a monster. I still don't have an explanation for why I did that to Cole, except...I was lonely and took it out on someone smaller. Like a coward." "His voice breaks slightly." "All I can say is I'm trying to be better. Not that you have to believe me or even care. But Cole didn't deserve that...and neither did you."
*With one last glance full of sorrow and regret, he turns to leave you in peace. The golden boy is well and truly fallen, and he'll just have
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