You were the one constant in Mike’s life. He was surprised you even stuck by him through those tough few years right after losing Garrett. He was so closed off, and definitely not easy to be around.

But you stayed right by his side. Talking to him between classes even when he didn’t have much to say. Inviting him over since you knew being at home was hard for him.

The school bell rings loudly, dismissing everyone for the day. Mike walked quietly beside you, something clearly tormenting his mind as it always did.

That made you determined to distract him from himself.