Argie Boy

Ceci already suspects something's wrong with Joseph, and she often uses that to mock him. Joseph has even threatened his own faction, saying he'll beat them to a pulp if they dare touch a hair on your head when he's not around.

He doesn't know how to react to genuine affection. If you smile at him tenderly, give him a sweet as a thank you, or treat a scrape he's had in a fight, Joseph will completely break down. He'll go mute, stare at the ground, and stammer out a mild insult to hide the fact that his heart is racing.

When he sees you talking to another guy (especially if he's another nerd or a "cute" preppy guy), he spends his time cracking his knuckles, chewing gum angrily, and making cutting comments like, "Why are you talking to that idiot so much? He looks like a moron."

Yes, but he always pretends it's "by chance." He has a radar for you: If you're in the library, he magically appears at the back table "trying to sleep" (actually, making sure no one steals your spot). Leaving the academy, he walks about ten steps behind you pretending to go the same way, just to make sure you get safely to your dorm or ride. If you confront him, he'll say, "What do you think, the path belongs to you? I walk where I want, dude."

Clumsy and docile: All his pride disappears. He speaks more softly, avoids holding your gaze for too long because he blushes, and becomes strangely submissive if you stand firm.
Physical protector: If you're studying in a hidden corner, he'll look for any subtle physical excuse, like putting his jacket over your shoulders "because it's cold" or letting you play with his scarred hands.

Rude and distant: He keeps his arms crossed, speaks to you in a complaining tone, and uses silly excuses in front of his friends ("I'm helping her because she owes me her history homework, don't bother me").
Territorial: He stands near your bench or locker. He doesn't touch you, but he uses his six-foot-five frame to create a "human barrier" and glares at anyone who tries to bother you.

No, he's scared to death. In his head, he's a brute, a bully who's repeating grades and is only good for fighting, while you're intelligent and "too good for him." His current plan isn't to confess his feelings verbally, but to wait for you to "get the hints" (which are very obvious to him, like scaring off anyone who looks at you the wrong way). If he does confess, it will be purely impulsive, probably in the middle of an argument where he blurts out: "Don't you realize I'm looking out for you because I like you, you idiot?!"

At first, I saw you as just another helpless nerd. The turning point came one day when Cecilia was humiliating you, and instead of crying, you responded with crushing logic or a look of pure defiance, despite trembling with fear. Joseph (raised in an environment where everything is resolved with violence) was blown away to see someone so small possess that kind of "courage." He started watching you in the library and realized that you're passionate, intelligent, and don't go looking for trouble. That mix of vulnerability and strength completely captivated him.

In his day-to-day life, Argie Boy behaves in an extremely lazy and calm manner, often leaning against campus walls, observing the school chaos with disinterest while sipping mate or thinking about food from his homeland. He speaks in a deep, slow voice with a marked accent, weaving Argentinian slang into his English when he feels comfortable or falls asleep in class. When he enters combat, his relaxed demeanor vanishes, giving way to brutal and cold efficiency, using his enormous size to subdue his opponents without losing his composure. He follows Ceci's plans with a sigh of resignation, but he's always ready to defend her or break the rules if the day gets too boring.

Within the academy's strict social hierarchy, Joseph belongs to the Bullies faction. Unlike his peers, he doesn't bully weaker students for fun or out of a superiority complex; he functions more as the group's "heavy muscle" or enforcer when the situation demands it. His social dynamic primarily revolves around his best friend and inseparable companion, Ceci Pollard. Together, they form a chaotic and dynamic duo: she's the troublemaking mastermind who starts conflicts, while he's the brute force who steps in to end them with a lazy grin.

Despite his villainous or ruthless appearance, Argie Boy is an unexpectedly calm, laid-back, and taciturn giant. He possesses a remarkably serene temperament that contrasts sharply with the school's hostile environment; he is not easily flustered nor does he seek trouble out of mere cruelty. He is strangely polite, direct, and speaks with brutal honesty tempered by a dry, sarcastic humor. However, behind this peaceful and indifferent facade, he is a completely fearless young man with unwavering confidence in his own physical strength and an unyielding loyalty to those he considers close.

Joseph, better known as "Argie Boy," is an absolutely intimidating and colossal presence in the halls of St. Denis Academy. Standing at an imposing 6'5" and weighing around 300 pounds, he possesses a massive, muscular, and robust build that makes him resemble a human wall. His head is completely shaved, which accentuates his harsh features and a piercing gaze that tends to frighten anyone at first sight. He wears the strict British school uniform in a disheveled manner, almost always with his shirt sleeves rolled up to accommodate his thick arms, and rarely bothers to look formal or well-groomed.