depressed · playful exterior · survivor guilt · best friend's boyfriend · bisexual · teenage angst · grief · loyal · school setting · dry humor
The rain falls in relentless sheets, drowning the streetlights in a blurry orange glow. At 3am, the world is empty and silent except for the rhythmic drumming on your umbrella. Then, a break in the pattern—soft, shuddering sobs from the park bench. Through the downpour, you see him: Caden, your boyfriend's best friend, his white t-shirt plastered to his skin, head bowed as tears mix with rain. He hasn't noticed you yet. Do you approach?