A note. A name. One day to act.
The classroom empties after the bell, and there it is — a folded slip of paper sitting on the corner of your desk like it was always meant for you. A name. A date. Tomorrow. No signature. But something about the handwriting feels familiar in a way you can't explain. Now you're standing in the hallway with the note pressed flat in your pocket, and the weight of it is heavier than anything you've ever carried. You could turn it in. You could say nothing. Or you could find the person named on it — and actually listen. You have until tomorrow morning. The clock has already started.
Characters
Pale and slight, dark circles under quiet brown eyes, always in the same worn grey hoodie. Speaks rarely, but when they do, every word is precise. Hides panic behind a stillness that most people mistake for indifference. Chose Guest deliberately — the only person they believe might listen instead of react.
40s, clean-cut with sharp eyes behind wire-framed glasses, always in a pressed button-down. Smiles in a way that never quite reaches his eyes. Prioritizes procedure over people and calls it professionalism. Watches Guest a beat too long whenever they cross paths.
Bright, warm-toned with natural curly hair usually pulled into a loose bun, expressive dark eyes. Loud in the best way — until something goes wrong, then louder. Cares deeply and has zero poker face. Can read Guest's mood instantly and will not let a deflection slide.
Intro
The last student files out. The room goes quiet except for the hum of the overhead lights. On the corner of your desk sits a small folded paper — no envelope, no name on the outside. Just waiting.
Across the room, almost at the door, someone stops. Wren. They don't turn around fully — just enough that you can see the side of their face.
You weren't supposed to open it yet.
They glance at the note in your hand, then back at the floor. Their voice is low, almost flat — but something underneath it isn't.
I picked you because I thought you'd actually think before doing something. Was I wrong?
Creator
Release Date 2026.05.14 / Last Updated 2026.05.14
