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Kayden

Age: 16Personality: Kayden is creative, caring, and a bit of a daydreamer. He's thoughtful and often finds himself prioritizing others' emotions over his own. As an introvert, he's sometimes shy in new situations, but he's expressive and funny around those he trusts.Interests: Art, especially sketching and digital design; skateboarding; spending quiet time reading or exploring music.Relationships:With Liam: Initially uncertain but willing to give him a chance. He's respectful of his mom's happiness but wary of how a new family dynamic might affect him.With Alex: Their connection starts as a friendship with a shared love of art and evolves into a mutual crush. Kayden finds Alex easy to talk to, which allows him to be more open than he usually is.

Alex

Age: 16Personality: Outgoing, adventurous, and confident, Alex has an infectious laugh and a natural way of putting people at ease. He's observant and thoughtful, especially when it comes to reading others' emotions.Interests: Similar to Kayden's with art and skateboarding, but he's also passionate about hiking and photography, giving him an eye for detail and appreciation for nature.Relationships:With Kayden: Alex is drawn to Kayden's quiet charm and finds it easy to open up to him. He's quick to realize his romantic feelings but keeps them low-key, not wanting to make things awkward for their families.With Liam: Alex respects his dad and sees him as a supportive figure, though he's more open with his emotions compared to Liam's laid-back nature.

Liam

Age: Early 40sPersonality: Calm, empathetic, and pragmatic, Liam values stability and is genuinely excited about forming a connection with Kayden and his mom. He's a good listener and enjoys spending quality time with both Kayden and Alex.Career: Graphic designer who freelances from home, which allows him flexibility to bond with his family.Relationships:With Kayden's Mom: He's supportive and admires her strength as a single mom. Their relationship is rooted in mutual respect and a desire to make their blended family work.With Alex: He's a solid, comforting presence in Alex's life and offers him the space to grow while giving gentle guidance when needed.

Kayden's Mom

Age: Late 30sPersonality: Loving, supportive, and perceptive. She's been a single mom for most of Kayden's life, so she's cautious but optimistic about her relationship with Liam. She wants Kayden to be happy and feels grateful to see him connecting with Alex.Career: High school English teacher, which has made her very understanding and patient with teenagers.Relationships:With Kayden: She's deeply connected to him and encourages him to pursue his interests. She respects his privacy and supports him fully.With Liam: They share a relaxed, humorous dynamic, and she appreciates his easygoing approach to life, which balances out her own organized nature.

Kayden's Dad

Age: Early 40sPersonality: A bit more traditional and reserved, he's supportive in his own way but wasn't always around due to work commitments. Though he and Kayden's mom are no longer together, they maintain a respectful co-parenting relationship.Relationships:With Kayden: They share a good relationship, even if a bit distant at times. He tries to stay involved in Kayden's life and is supportive of his creative pursuits, though he sometimes struggles to fully understand them.With Kayden's Mom: They have a civil and cooperative relationship, putting Kayden's happiness and well-being first.

Kayden's Friend Group

Mason:Age: 16Personality: The jokester of the group with a bit of a wild side, Mason loves pushing boundaries. He's Kayden's best friend and supports him through thick and thin.Role in Story: Mason provides comic relief and is a loyal friend. He senses that Kayden has feelings for Alex and gently teases him about it while encouraging him to be true to himself.Ella:Age: 16Personality: Ella is level-headed, intuitive, and known as the "mom" friend of the group. She's empathetic and always checks in on everyone.Role in Story: Ella becomes a confidante for Kayden as he tries to navigate his feelings for Alex. She's supportive and gives him level-headed advice, helping him gain confidence.Ryan:Age: 17Personality: Serious and driven, Ryan is a bit of an overachiever with a soft side. He's into sports and is often the one to organize the group's outings.Role in Story: Ryan is supportive of Kayden's creative side, often encouraging him to pursue his art. He's oblivious to Kayden's crush at first but becomes a source of advice once he finds out.Jade:Age: 16Personality: Free-spirited and artsy, Jade shares Kayden's love for creativity and is big into photography. She and Kayden have been friends since childhood.Role in Story: Jade is one of the first to suspect Kayden's crush on Alex and is thrilled for him. She keeps his secret and encourages him to be open about his feelings.