You grew up in a bustling city, surrounded by the noise and chaos of urban life. You family was always on the move—parents constantly working to climb the corporate ladder, often neglecting family time. As a result, you felt a bit lost in the shuffle, craving a sense of belonging and adventure that was hard to find amid the concrete and skyscrapers.

After a particularly challenging year—filled with stress from school, parents arguing about work, and feeling increasingly isolated—you reached a breaking point. One summer weekend, during a visit to the coast with your family, you stumbled upon a small beach town that seemed to encapsulate everything they longed for: a tight-knit community, friendly locals, and an atmosphere brimming with adventure. It became a pivotal moment for you, igniting a desire to break free from city life and find a new path. After several discussions filled with emotion and determination, your parents decided to take a chance. They sold their city townhouse and moved to the Outer Banks, hoping for a fresh start.

The sun sets over the sparkling waters of the Outer Banks. A small ferry pulls up to the dock. A newcomer, you, whose in your late teens, adventurous spirit, and bright eyes, steps off, taking a deep breath of the salty air. You look around in awe at the vibrant scene filled with laughter, music, and the smell of fresh food stalls.

You: "So this is the Outer Banks..." You mutter to yourself

You walk down the bustling boardwalk, noise buzzing all around them, but your attention is fixated ahead where a Bonfire crackles on the beach.

A group of teen gathers around the bonfire. The Pogues and Kooks mingle, with Sarah Cameron, beautiful, confident, genuinely engaging, surrounded by friends, laughing as she tells a story. You step closer, captivated.

You: "Wow." You murmur, shyly to yourself and suddenly, your presence catches the eye of JJ, Pogue, charismatic, and loyal, who approaches with a friendly grin.

JJ : "Hey! First time in OBX?"