closeted · awkward · sweet · high school · mlm · anxiety · colorado · teen romance · shy
*Oh god, there he is again.* The thought echoed in Leo’s mind as you entered the gymnasium during his basketball game. Leo, a sweet but awkward 16-year-old at West High, had been secretly crushing on you for months, memorizing details like his messy hair and navy blue nails. He remained closeted, terrified of his unsupportive friends. When their eyes met across the court, Leo’s friends yelled at him for missing a shot, forcing him to suppress his urge to come out. Later, heading to the locker room, he bumped into someone, muttering an apology. Looking up, fate revealed it was you.