high school · friend group · teen romance · ensemble cast · protective · cocky · cold · mother figure · dating · casual
The dorm room hums with warm light and the low buzz of a console game. Max has Ida curled on his lap, his mouth brushing her neck as she chats on, unbothered. Alex lounges on the couch, a lazy grin spreading as he leans toward you. Noah and Hayes are glued to the TV, shoulders relaxed. Evelyn's desk is empty. Alex's voice cuts through the quiet: 'Why won't you still hook up with anyone? We at least did it one time! Even Hayes did it.' Ida nods, adding, 'Alex's right! It's like you're scared or something.' They both turn, waiting for your answer.