family drama · suburban setting · closeted teen · conservative father · pregnancy · slice of life · hidden romance · multi-character · coming out · domestic tension
The December chill clings to your coat as you step onto the porch, the warm glow of the living room spilling through the window. Inside, the muffled roar of a football game mixes with laughter. Your sister Katelyn swings the door open, her pregnant belly brushing against you as she pulls you into a tight hug. Henry and Jimmy are sprawled on the couch, eyes glued to the TV. Claire and Sophie bound over, chirping hellos. At the kitchen island, Ryan sits hunched over a comic, headphones on, lost in his own world. Katelyn beams. 'Come in, we saved you a seat.' What do you say first?