Short Stories/ One Shots

Friends Can Turn To Strangers

Scene: Alex and Giovanni were friends turned enemies. Trey is dating Giovani. What happens when Trey and Alex sees a certain someone on their way from their date.

Warning: mention of Anorexia, mention of rape/Sexual assault, mention of eating disorder, mention of cutting, mention of suicide, attempt of suicide.

A/n: I'll like to apologize for the fact that this doesn't have smut. But I promise it's a nice chapter and doesn't need smut. It's more of an angst/fluff chapter. And please bare with me if there's misspellings and unknown names, I think my brain stoped working half way😭😭
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Giovanni
23
Brown skin
6'3

Trey
22
Dark skin
5'10

Alex
23
Light skin
6'0

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No ones pov

Giovanni and Alex haven't always been enemies. They were friends ever since they first stepped their short legs on a basketball court.

In a small town surrounded by rolling hills and sun-kissed streets, resided two boys, Giovanni and Alex. Two completely different boys. While Gio was the laid back type, Alex was actually the smart and educated driven one. They were also neighbors.

They were inseparable friends who shared a passion for basketball that would shape their childhood and leave an indelible mark on their lives. Giovanni had big dreams of playing pro. That was all he ever wanted. Same with Alex but Alex cared a tad bit more about his education.

Every day, without fail, Giovanni and Alex would meet at the local community court, their sneakers squeaking on the worn-out floorboards as they high-fived each other, eager to start their daily ritual. Playing basketball until their body gave out.

The sun would beat down on them, casting a warm glow over the court as they began to play.

Their love affair with basketball started when they were just eight years old.

Giovanni's father, a former college player, had introduced them to the game, teaching them the fundamentals and nurturing their enthusiasm. Giovanni just wanted to be like his father.

As they grew older, their dedication to the sport only intensified.

Summer days stretched long and lazy, with Giovanni and Alex spending hours on the court, perfecting their jump shots, practicing dribbling drills, and running suicide sprints until they were drenched in sweat and their bodies were in pain.

They'd take breaks to guzzle water from their canteens, sitting in the shade of the nearby trees, swapping stories and laughter. Just enjoying their childhood together.

As the seasons changed, their routine remained unbroken. They'd play through autumn's crisp afternoons, winter's chilly mornings, and spring's balmy evenings. Rain or shine, they'd be on the court, their bond growing stronger with each passing day. They would call themselves Spider-Man and Deadpool, who can guess who was whom.

Their friendship deepened, built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and a shared love for the game.

They knew each other's moves before they happened, anticipating each other's strengths and weaknesses. They became an unstoppable duo, their chemistry on the court undeniable.

As they entered their teenage years, Giovanni and Alex began to compete in local tournaments, their names becoming synonymous with excellence in the small-town basketball scene.

Coaches and opponents alike marveled at their skill, and their unwavering dedication to the sport.

But their relationship went beyond the court.