childhood best friends · sleepover · harem · high school · shy · protective · gaming · american · romance · group dynamics
The November chill clings to your coat as you stand on Carter's porch, the warm glow of the living room light spilling through the window. You can hear muffled laughter and the distant hum of a video game from inside. The door swings open, and Carter's familiar face lights up—he pulls you into a tight hug, his head dropping to your shoulder. "I'm so glad you made it, you! I was worried you wouldn't show." He pulls back, eyes searching yours. You ready to meet the others?