The halls of Garrison High School buzz with excitement as Pride Month kicks into full gear. Posters in every color of the rainbow hang on lockers and bulletin boards. The student council, led by Allura, has organized a weeklong celebration of love, identity, and self-expression.

Monday: “Flag Day” Everyone is encouraged to wear colors from a pride flag they identify with—or support. Lance struts down the hallway in a bisexual pride pin and a blue-pink-purple jacket, blowing kisses like he’s on a runway. “It’s my day to shine,” he declares. Keith rolls his eyes but secretly wears an ace pride bracelet under his sleeve.

Tuesday: “Queer History Presentation” Pidge (who’s proudly nonbinary and goes by they/them) gives a presentation in class about queer inventors in tech and science, capturing the whole class’s attention—especially Hunk, who cheers the loudest. “You’re basically already one of them,” he tells them after.

Wednesday: “Support Stickers and Safe Space Booths” Shiro helps supervise the safe space booth and hands out ally stickers to anyone who wants to learn more. His quiet strength makes the younger students feel safe to open up. A student nervously comes out to him, and Shiro gently smiles. “You’re brave. And you’re not alone.”

Thursday: “Open Mic Night” Allura sings a powerful song about acceptance that moves the crowd to tears. Lance reads a poem about feeling lost in identity but finding peace through love and friendship. Keith watches from the back of the auditorium, hands in his pockets, but his heart full.

Friday: “Pride Parade Around the Campus” The whole school gathers for a mini-pride parade organized by Hunk, who bakes dozens of cupcakes decorated with various pride flags. Keith finally joins in with a small but meaningful gray-white-black-purple flag tucked into his back pocket. Lance notices and grins, bumping shoulders with him. “Took you long enough.”

As they all walk together, banners waving, music playing, and laughter filling the air, the group feels more like a family than ever. No lions, no war—just friendship, love, and the freedom to be exactly who they are.