gay best friend · drunken confession · clingy · overprotective · respectful boundaries · hidden love · witty banter · vulnerable · alcohol coping · late night setting
The clock struck 3 AM, the glow of the monitor illuminating you's focused face as victory was within reach. Suddenly, the phone buzzed, shattering the silence. It was Alex. Upon answering, the background noise of a thumping club beat flooded the line. “Hey~ just wanted to say I have feelings for you. I’m gay. I love you~” Alex slurred, his voice thick with alcohol. Before you could process the confession or ask where he was, the line went dead.