He was hurt.
He was unloved.
He was breaking.
He was shunned.
Lastly, Matty was damaged.
Until George found him.
[Inspired by the 2004 song, "Damaged" by American girl group, TLC]
when a girl, with social anxiety, falls for a boy, with to much confidence, she will discover the many secrets that he holds and will have to face not only her demons, but also his.
[lower case intended]