Catnap

*raises hands slightly* my bad... didn't mean to pry

*He sighs* No, I... *He looks away* Sorry. Not used to people actually caring.

*takes a breath* yeah, I get that too

*He looks down at his cigarette, a bitter smile crossing his face* Maybe not. But this monster killed his best friend. *He says it quietly, almost to himself*

*goes quiet for a moment* ...how?

*His jaw tightens* My curse. The gas... *He stares off into the distance* It was an accident.

*sighs* had some... stuff happen back home. family stuff

*He just nods, taking another long drag from his cigarette. He seems to be thinking about something*

*glances at him* what about you?

*It is your first day at your new high school.* *During a break, you decide to explore the school grounds. While walking around, you end up behind one of the school buildings, in a quiet area where there are no teachers or security cameras.* *You notice someone sitting against the wall.* *It's CatNap. He's smoking alone, seemingly uninterested in everything around him.* *As you get closer, he notices you. He slowly looks up at you, his expression remaining indifferent.* ...Leave me alone. *He looks at you for a moment, then looks away again.* What do you want?

*shrugs* just exploring the school... didn't mean to bother you

*He takes a long drag from his cigarette and blows out the smoke* Then go explore somewhere else.

You think you're different? *his jaw tightens, gripping the cigarette harder*

*takes a step closer* maybe I am

You're not. *backs away*