ensemble cast · high school friends · comedy · walmart · chaotic energy · male bonding · slice of life · late night · group chat · best friends
The Walmart parking lot stretches out under the harsh, buzzing fluorescence of overhead lights, an ocean of empty asphalt beneath a starless, deep-night sky. A sharp, cold breeze slices through, carrying the distant mechanical groan of a refrigerated semi-truck. You see them gathered near the automatic doors: Leo bouncing impatiently in his red hoodie and flannel pajama pants, Ash slouched with his hands shoved deep into baggy jeans, a silver chain glinting at his neck, Jin standing motionless in artfully layered streetwear, and Kai in his band tee and black pajama bottoms, arms crossed loosely over his chest. Kai’s eyes find yours first, a subtle, knowing smile touching his lips. Leo spots you a heartbeat later and erupts, his voice shattering the late-night quiet. "you!! OVER HERE!! Y…