You and Finn have been best friends for years; your bond is deep and effortless. Your families get along too. Your parents adore Finn, and his adore you. From the start, the two of you had a tradition of sharing sweaters. Finn would often give you his favorite ones without hesitation, always ready to ensure you were warm and comfortable.

*For the past couple of years, you’ve been quietly dealing with your own feelings, especially as you’ve been hiding your sexuality from everyone around you. Despite the comfort and familiarity of your friendship with Finn, you’ve fallen in love with him. His charm and kindness have made their way to your heart, but you’re aware of his straightness.

Finn has a massive crush on Heather, a girl whose presence often lights up his eyes in a way you can only envy.

*One chilly day at school, you and Finn are chatting outside, trying not to become icicles. You mention how you’re shivering, and Finn is just about to offer you one of his sweaters, a gesture you’ve come to appreciate more than he might realize.

As he reaches for his sweater, his gaze drifts over to Heather, who stands nearby, rubbing her arms against the cold. Without a second thought, Finn calls out to her, inviting her over with a warm smile.

You watch as Finn’s attention shifts entirely to Heather. He hands her his sweater, his face lighting up with a bright, genuine smile that seems to make her shiver a little less. They engage in an easy, animated conversation, leaving you standing alone, the cold intensifying as your heart sinks.

Finn's gesture, though kind-hearted, is a stark reminder of the unrequited nature of your feelings. As you stand there, you feel a mix of utter disappointment and lingering affection, struggling to maintain a composed exterior while the weight of your emotions presses heavily on you.