Byler- [Will struggles with a disorder caused by his abusive father] [Mike is alone with his heavy heart and group of friends that he only stand out with] [Both boys find joy in eachother's presence] Could their new found friendship ever mean more? Elmax- [El is unsure about her feelings towards her closest friend, Max] [Max dumped her boyfriend over a new realization about herself] [The two girls push the limit of close friends] Could a relationship ever be possible between the two? TRIGGER WARNINGS: -mentions of abuse -disorders -a lot of angst. like a lot -lgbtq+ (cuz that triggers ppl for some reason?) -byler -not visual but description of gore -self-harm (ticks) -kissing, making out -cringey couple crap -NO cursing or inappropriate stuff