if he’s being totally honest ... the prospect of running far away from this shithole has broached his mind on occasion , too . it’s just a poor kid’s bout of escapism , a daydream ; in his heart , kenny is well aware that the idle fantasy cannot , should not , come to fruition .
the ball and chain that is giving a fuck about his family is too tightly cinched at his ankle to allow the boy to stray too far , really . karen would be crushed . besides ... there’s also the matter of the friends he has here . they’re assholes . sure . but as he’s said , kids here have each other’s back when it counts ... uh --- at the expense of having your socioeconomic status openly ridiculed now and again .
mysterion’s unwaveringly stoic affectation wavers slightly in the face of louise’s resounding protest that’s muffled into the pink wool of her ears ; a rueful smile works it’s way across his features before he can catch himself , edged with sympathy , understanding ... a certain impish bemusement . he’s quick to pull back into himself , composure restored just before she can glimpse the warmth of his grin and tenderness of his gaze .
“ must suck to be the new kid . at least you’ve met a few decent people , right ? just ... stick with them . see how shit plays out . ” rolling his shoulders into an offhand shrug , the vigilante playfully feigns an affronted look before snickering good - naturedly at louise’s admission . “ ... you thought i was lame ?! dude . wait until you see the human kite’s costume , then come talk to me about lame , alright ? ”
he’s kidding . glancing over his shoulder at the sudden sound of retching in the distance , followed by the blare of a car alarm sounding and drunken laughter , slurred yelling , the boy wrinkles his nose , humour evaporating as quickly as it had surfaced . ugh . his eyes find the girl’s once more . “ uh ... you want me to walk you home ? trust me . this town is even worse when it’s getting late out . ” @brgrchld , continued .
