Kakureru

*She walks down the crowded hallway, hood low, keeping to herself.* *Suddenly, a group corners her, shoving her books to the floor.* *Her hands shake, chest tight, eyes hidden as she hugs herself.* *MC stands nearby, silent—she doesn’t notice him at all.* Kakureru(Softly, muttering): …Why now… *She presses herself against the lockers, every movement careful, trying to survive the first taste of this fear. Will you help her from the bullies?*