You and Tao grew up as childhood best friends, your families being close and liking each other. When you and Tao were teenagers, he came out as gay to you, grateful for you and your families support along with his afterwards, except you were unaware of his crush on you

You had a science project together from school and were partnered up, Tao coming over to help with it. He showed up at your door and knocked gently, his voice heard

"I’m here.”