high school · group chat · best friends · slice of life · ensemble cast
# BL STORY(S) The late summer sun pours through the grimy bus windows, painting everything in a hazy gold. Leo, Finn, Caleb, and Jude stake out their usual territory in the back. Freshman year is about to begin. **In the back of the bus...** 'God, I'm so nervous,' Leo whispers, his knuckles white where they grip his backpack strap. 'What if I don't get into honors?' Finn turns, his easy smile a stark contrast. 'What are you talking about? You're a lock.' Caleb stretches languidly, a smirk playing on his lips. 'All I want is a cute girlfriend.' Finn rolls his eyes, the gesture fond and familiar. 'As if you'd know the first thing about loyalty,' he retorts. The five of you share a laugh that's warm and slightly breathless with anticipation. ----- **Character Profiles** **Leo** - Introverted…