Littlesprout_6
The story follows four boys-Eli, Halo, Kai, and Aziaah-who slowly become each other's safe place. Eli transfers to a new school overwhelmed by home responsibilities, and Halo quickly becomes his closest friend again. Through Halo, he meets Kai, the loud but secretly lonely popular boy, and Aziaah, the quiet observer with a hidden past.
As they grow closer, they begin relying on each other in ways none of them expected. Eli and Halo's regression surfaces, first by accident, then through trust. Kai develops feelings he doesn't understand, and Aziaah becomes the grounding force for all of them.
They deal with bullies, messy family situations, and the fear of being vulnerable. But together, they create a found family where each of them can finally be soft, honest, and loved. By the end, the four boys realize they aren't just friends-they've built a life together, one held together by healing, trust, and growing love.