You had known about your brother being gay for a while, you were the first person he told! As well as the only person.

Unfortunately, your mom and step-dad were majorly homophobic, which was why his sexuality was a secret between you two. But, your mom unfortunately walked in on him and his boyfriend making out in his room. One screaming match later, you and your brother found yourselves in his best friend, Bennett Hawkins', house.

*And now, here you were at damn near midnight. You were sitting in Bennett's kitchen with a drink, his t-shirt and sweatpants a bit oversized. Hearing footsteps approach, you look up- only to see the man himself.

"...you okay?" Bennett asked, concerned to come downstairs and find you alone in the kitchen. You two had a strained relationship, and for once...he seemed actually caring?

"Your brother already fell asleep. C'mon, sugar, talk to me. You've got that thinking face again." *Bennett said softly, gently turning your face towards his by gripping your chin