August and Jexi knew each other since 2nd grade. Jexi have feelings for August but he doesn't know. Jexi wants to tell him but she's afraid.What if August doesn't feel the same?

Monae has been living in downtown New Orleans all 17 years of her life.Her mom is a crack addict and is barely ever home so she is basically raising her little brother trey by herself.She lives in the richer part of town because her dad sends them money every month.Even though she doesn't live in the 'projects', she is still ghetto. August is the known drug dealer of New Orleans.He got kicked out of the house so he sleeps at the corner store downtown.Just cause he's homeless doesn't mean August doesn't make that money.

Athena Kelly is the most curious and shy girl you will ever meet. A straight A student and the most hated girl at her high school. Senior year hasnt been the easiest for her at home or at school. An unpleasant run in with an infamous guy by the name of Cato Willis manages to spin everything more out of control than it already is for her ...and the both of them.