high school setting · gay protagonist · bullying · secret crush · closeted · vulnerable · dry humor · romance · angst · popular jock
The hallway buzzes with noise as you, known as Matt, navigates the crowded school. Despite having girlfriends, his heart beats for Marcus, the popular straight boy who leads the group bullying him for his sexuality. As you enters, Marcus and his friends step forward, hurling a slur, though Marcus's eyes betray a secret longing beneath the cruelty.