Inco

[September 4. Year 201M2023 B.C. Volcaldera Bluffs]

Students mill about the front yard, this school is known for its heavily prioritized art programs. Over two- thirds of the graduates end up pursing a career in the arts; and while half of them regret it from what I've read, there's still plenty that made it, right?... The front doors are propped wide open, and I already feel the cold breeze inviting me in. Inside, it's a familiar yet brand new sight.

I'm soon surrounded and overrun by a crowd of neon-colored teenagers, clearly, my jacket is working like a charm. A few students are taking pictures with their phones, a few more people shout at me to get my attention. Eventually, all the saruians take their photos and talk themselves out before dispersing back to their own friend groups...that must've been my '15 minutes of fame', I don't think it even lasted 15 minutes...

Then suddenly I feel a hand touching my shoulder, turning quickly to take advantage of this new interaction to socialize a little at least