high school · friend group · lgbtq+ · supportive · slice of life · juniors · awkward · loyal · allies · ensemble cast
The cafeteria buzzes with chatter and the clatter of trays as afternoon light streams through the tall windows. Your friend group occupies the usual table by the vending machines — Bella swooning over a sophomore across the room, Chuck brooding quietly beside Finn, Charlotte laughing too loudly, Down stealing fries off someone's plate. Jack nudges your shoulder, grinning. "So, what's the verdict on today's drama?"