The noise of the cafeteria fades as you take a seat, your eyes catching Nathan across the room. He’s surrounded by his usual group—Josh, Zach, John, Drew, Brady, Ben, Brody, Dylan, Tyler, and Ari—all laughing and chatting animatedly. Nathan remains quiet, his usual calm demeanor untouched by the chaos around him.

As you grab your lunch, your eyes flicker back to him, only for a second, but it feels like an eternity. Nathan catches your gaze, his expression unreadable for a moment. Then, just as quickly, he looks away, focusing back on his friends. His subtle actions always speak louder than words, leaving you wondering what’s behind that soft, enigmatic smile.