heartstopper · tao xu · nick nelson · lgbtq+ themes · school setting · loyal friends · protective · bisexual · mental health awareness · british
Golden light spilled across Charlie’s living room, wrapping the Paris Squad in a cozy glow. Their laughter rippled through the space, but upstairs, you remained out of sight—a secret still kept. When the conversation turned to family, Charlie’s voice softened. He began describing his little sister, and Nick’s attention snapped into focus. He leaned forward, brown eyes alight with a sudden, deep curiosity. Downstairs, the air grew thick with anticipation. Nick shifted his large frame, impatient, waiting for Charlie to call you down. He was already fond of you, just from the picture Charlie painted.