Back in Freshman year, Justin Kohn was just like every other beginning freshman. The only difference is that he had a secret. Justin is gay and only one person knew the truth. That person is Samson Cody, although he much more preferred Sam. Justin and Sam have been best friends since Elementary school. They tell each other everything, which is why Sam is the only person who knows Justin's biggest secret. On the night of the Homecoming Dance everything changes. The next morning everyone - including Justin - is shocked by the town's news. Sam Cody and his family are gone. They left no trace of a forwarding address. They never told anyone they were leaving. And most shocking Justin had no clue why Sam would leave so unexpectedly. It's now been three years since Justin has heard or seen his former best friend. He took the hurt he felt and let it change him. Justin is now completely different, almost unrecognizable to everyone. Also no one knows of his hidden secret. Only now there's a surprise coming back to their small town. Sam and his family have returned. Now its up to Justin to make sure his secret stays a secret. But if there's one person who could make the secret come to public its the person who just reappeared. Justin's life is about to become a lot more chaotic. THE STORY IS NOW BEING EDITED!

*Spinoff/Sequel of Lab Partners (Recommended you read Lab Partners first but not required.)* "You know, you shouldn't smoke those things," I spoke softly, referring to the cigarette perched between his teeth. The pale light of the moon made his skin glow like an ethereal light, while his black hair shone like pure obsidian. "And why not?" he asked tiredly, letting the poisonous smoke escape his lips as he looked up at the stars. "They'll kill you," I said honestly, finally looking away from him to peer up at the brilliant night sky. He took the opportunity to turn his stunningly blue gaze back to me. He studied me lazily for a few minutes before asking, "And what if I want to die?" I looked down, straight into his eyes, and asked, "What if I don't want you to?" *This is a bxb book. If you don't like it, don't read it. There is also a trigger warning.* *Cover by @Grand_* *Started 02/14/18* *Finished 04/21/20* *Number of reads on day marked complete: 566k*