Keep on Pretending, Pretty Girl. (Regina George x Trans Man Reader)

Apex Predator

In the bustling corridors of North Shore High, Wyatt finds himself unexpectedly face to face with Regina George, accompanied by her loyal clique - Gretchen, Cady, and Karen. With a coy smile, Regina positions herself in his path, causing his neatly arranged art project papers to flutter to the ground.

"Well, well, what do we have here?" Regina purrs, her tone dripping with playful sarcasm as she glances down at the scattered papers.

Wyatt raises an eyebrow, unimpressed by Regina's teasing demeanor. "Funny, I was just about to ask you the same thing," he retorts, his voice laced with a hint of challenge as he begins to gather his papers.

Regina's smile widens, a mischievous glint dancing in her eyes as she bends down to assist him. With deliberate care, she reaches for a stray paper, making sure to lean in just enough to accentuate her cleavage.

As Regina bends down to pick up the stray paper, her eyes quickly scan the contents. Her gaze lingers on a particular line that catches her attention: "Need a model for art project." A mischievous grin spreads across her lips as she takes note of Wyatt's need. However, instead of revealing her discovery, Regina simply gives Wyatt a sly smile and hands back the papers, keeping her plan to herself for now. Wyatt, unaware of Regina's scheming, accepts the papers with a nod of thanks, oblivious to the hidden agenda brewing in Regina's mind.

"Careful, wouldn't want you to miss anything important," Regina teases, her voice low and sultry as she gestures towards the paper, a playful twinkle in her eye.

Wyatt's jaw tightens at Regina's flirtatious gesture, his irritation mingling with a reluctant sense of attraction. "Thanks for the reminder," he replies, his tone tinged with sarcasm as he takes back his papers, his eyes lingering on Regina for a moment longer than necessary.

As they part ways, Wyatt can't help but feel a surge of conflicting emotions. Regina's playful flirtation may be enticing, but he knows better than to let his guard down around her. Beneath her charming facade lies a dangerous manipulator, and he's determined not to fall prey to her wiles, no matter how tempting they may be.

In the art class, Wyatt and Janis sit side by side, each engrossed in their respective projects. Janis carefully stitches away at her embroidered piece, depicting a scene with her, Wyatt, Damian, and Cady, while Wyatt sketches intently, his pencil moving across the paper with precision.

"So, how's your project coming along?" Janis asks, glancing over at Wyatt's sketchbook with curiosity.

Wyatt looks up, a hint of determination shining in his eyes. "It's coming along, but I'm still brainstorming," he replies, eager to share his ideas. "I'm actually thinking of doing a series of sketches focusing on anatomy, using a naked model.

Janis's eyebrows shoot up in surprise. "Anatomy? That's quite ambitious. What made you choose that?"

Wyatt shrugs, a sheepish grin spreading across his face. "I've realized that my figure drawing skills could use some improvement, and I thought studying anatomy up close would be the best way to learn. Plus, it'll help me become a better artist overall."

Janis nods thoughtfully, impressed by Wyatt's dedication to his craft. "That's a smart approach. Just make sure you find the right model," she remarks, offering him a supportive smile.

During lunchtime, Wyatt, Janis, and Damian observe from their table as Regina and Gretchen exchange disparaging remarks with Kevin Gnatra, a student known for his awkwardness yet love for hip-hop and Maths. Regina's disdain is palpable as she wrinkles her nose and questions why Kevin is at their table, her furrowed eyebrows and widened eyes betraying her annoyance.

"I can hear you, you know," Kevin interjects.

Regina's response is cutting. "Can you hear me now?" she retorts, waving him off with a dismissive gesture and muttering a bye under her breath, ensuring no one else can hear.

As Kevin walks away, Wyatt can't help but feel a pang of sympathy for him. He exchanges a knowing glance with Janis and Damian, silently agreeing that Regina's behavior was uncalled for.

As they finish their lunch, Cady excitedly announces to Janis, Wyatt, and Damian that she's heading to Regina's house after school to pick up some shoes Regina is giving her.

"I can't believe it! Regina is so generous," Cady gushes, her eyes shining with excitement. "I think we can have a commensal relationship."

Janis's eyebrows shoot up in skepticism. "Commensal relationship? More like one-sided manipulation," she remarks dryly, her tone laced with cynicism.

Damian furrows his brow, turning to Cady with a puzzled expression. "What's a commensal relationship?" he asks, genuinely curious.

Cady beams, eager to share her  knowledge. "It's when-"

Wyatt rolls his eyes, crossing his arms over his chest. He knows exactly where this is going. "Let me guess, Cady. You're going to tell us about lions and the food chain, right?" he interjects, his tone heavy with sarcasm.

Cady's face falls slightly, realizing she's fallen into her typical habit of referencing animal behavior. "Well, yeah, kinda," she admits sheepishly.

Cady begins to explain, "So in nature, okay, so lions. They're the Apex Predator at the top of the food chain and they can kill anything they want. But well, if you're a Hyena you follow them around and get the carcasses they leave behind."

Damian sounds impressed, "So Gretchen Wieners is a Hyena, got it..."

"So i'm saying if you're on Regina's good side-" Cady begins before Wyatt widens his eyes and Janis interrupts.

Janis turns to Cady, "Regina George does not have a good side, okay?"

Janis shakes her head, shooting Wyatt a knowing look. "Cady, you can't just apply animal behavior to human relationships. Regina is not some noble lioness sharing her prey out of the goodness of her heart," she explains, her tone firm.

Wyatt nods in agreement, his skepticism mirroring Janis's. "Exactly. Regina is more like a hungry predator looking for her next meal," he remarks, his voice dripping with irony.

Damian laughs, "Okay.. I agree Regina is like a lioness, only with less fur."

Janis interrupts, "Just stalking the halls for the thrill of the kill, she's an Apex Predator."

"Can I be a Lion too?" Wyatt begins before Janis nudges him to shut up.

As the final bell rings, signaling the end of the school day, Janis, Damian, and Wyatt gather their belongings and prepare to head home.

"I'll catch you guys later," Wyatt says, shouldering his bag as he gives Janis and Damian a nod.

"See you, W," Damian replies, waving goodbye as he heads off in the opposite direction.

Wyatt watches them go, a sense of camaraderie warming his heart. Despite the challenges they face, he knows he can always count on Janis and Damian to have his back.

With a sigh, Wyatt adjusts his bag and starts making his way home, his mind still buzzing with thoughts about Regina, Cady, and the dynamics of high school drama.