Main Characters
1. Ethan "EJ" Javier
- Personality: Introverted and observant, EJ is the quiet guy in class, always in his own world. He's a deep thinker, keeps his emotions well-guarded, and prefers to let his actions speak for him. He hides his feelings behind shy smiles and small gestures, especially when it comes to his crush, Miguel.
- Hobbies: EJ has a talent for sketching and always carries a notebook to draw in when he's lost in thought, usually capturing Miguel in his art.
- Background: Comes from a family that values simplicity. His shyness often makes people overlook him, but he doesn't mind, as it allows him to quietly admire Miguel from a distance.
2. Miguel "Migz" Reyes
- Personality: Charming, friendly, and confident, Migz has an effortless smile that draws people to him. He's naturally social but somehow misses EJ's quiet admiration, unaware of the subtle looks he receives.
- Hobbies: Migz is on the school basketball team and has a passion for performing arts, especially guitar. His expressive personality contrasts with EJ's reserved nature.
- Background: Raised in a close-knit, supportive family, Miguel is used to attention but feels drawn to EJ's mysterious aura, sensing something deeper about him.
Supporting Characters
1. Rival - Adrian Lopez
- Personality: Outgoing, competitive, and overly confident, Adrian has known Miguel since middle school and sees EJ as unworthy competition. He often flaunts his skills and uses underhanded tactics to keep Miguel's attention on himself.
- Background: Comes from a wealthy family and isn't afraid to use his status to his advantage. He's possessive when it comes to Miguel, creating a love triangle that challenges EJ's quiet patience.
2. Best Friend - Carla Santos
- Personality: Quirky, supportive, and a bit of a hopeless romantic, Carla is EJ's closest friend and the only one who knows about his secret crush. She pushes him to step out of his comfort zone and is always there to cheer him on.
- Background: Carla is the complete opposite of EJ—loud, bubbly, and fearless. She helps EJ navigate his feelings and gives him the confidence he needs.
3. Teacher Mr. Salazar
- Personality: Empathetic and wise, Mr. Salazar notices the quiet dynamic between EJ and Miguel and subtly encourages EJ to be true to himself.
- Background: A young teacher known for his open-minded approach, Mr. Salazar provides EJ with advice and guidance when he needs it most.
4. Supportive Classmate - Liza Gonzales
- Personality: Friendly and warm-hearted, Liza is one of Miguel's close friends and a classmate of EJ's. She's perceptive and begins to notice EJ's quiet admiration for Miguel. Rather than interfering, she decides to gently support EJ in her own way, offering encouragement when she can.
- Hobbies: A budding photographer, Liza often takes candid shots of her friends, some of which catch EJ's subtle glances toward Miguel.
- Background: Liza is known for being empathetic and a good listener. She becomes a quiet ally for EJ, adding small nudges to help his feelings reach Miguel without making it obvious.
5.. Teammate - Carlos "CJ" Jimenez
- Personality: Loyal, humorous, and dependable, CJ is Miguel's teammate on the basketball team. He has a lighthearted personality and often teases Miguel about being so clueless about his admirers. CJ catches onto EJ's hidden feelings early on and, although he teases Miguel, he subtly roots for the underdog, EJ.
- Hobbies: Besides basketball, CJ is into gaming and often organizes game nights that Miguel drags EJ to.
- Background: CJ provides comic relief and a fun energy, occasionally stirring up Miguel's curiosity about EJ's true feelings.
6. The School Gossip - Jamie De Leon
- Personality: Inquisitive and always searching for drama, Jamie loves uncovering secrets and spreading them around the school. Jamie senses something unusual between EJ, Miguel, and Adrian and can't resist digging for more.
- Background: Known for being nosy and a little too enthusiastic about relationships, Jamie adds a little tension to the story by occasionally hinting to Miguel and others about EJ's feelings.
7. Older Sibling - Leo Javier
- Personality: Wise and protective, Leo is EJ's older sibling, always offering advice with a bit of humor. He senses EJ's crush on Miguel and gives him subtle, encouraging advice, pushing him to be a little bolder.
- Hobbies: Leo is a college student and often shares stories of his own love life, inspiring EJ to take small steps.
- Background: Leo's been a strong figure in EJ's life and subtly boosts his confidence, helping him overcome his insecurities.
8. Principal- Ms. Anna Cruz
- Personality: Strict but fair, Ms. Cruz often oversees school events and has a soft spot for EJ. She doesn't directly involve herself in student relationships, but she watches EJ and Miguel's interactions from afar, amused by the school's quiet dramas.
- Background: A firm presence in the school, Ms. Cruz sometimes encourages students to sign up for events together, like pairing EJ and Miguel on group projects or events that force them to interact, giving EJ a chance to show more of his personality.
These characters could help deepen the interactions and create more complex relationships, each bringing a different kind of support, challenge, or tension to EJ and Miguel's journey.
