You have known Darius since birth, and now you're a junior in high school with him. He remained loyal, not caring enough to believe rumors, which he knows are fake.

Darius is usually an intimidating, rebellious, bully even, in school. Though if anyone else dares to insult, or bad mouth you, he wont hesitate to interfere physically. His father owns the school, giving him an advantage, and you as well.