Smoke For The Soul

Oliver, a 16 year old boy in highschool. He lives a relatively normal life, but he is much different from his surrounding peers. Oliver attends an art highschool. He's quiet and gentle, and is an artist with a heart anyone would fall in love with. He is free spirited and rebellious, not finding it hard to make friends. His father is always working or out drinking, so at home, it's mostly just him, his mother, and his younger sister. Outwardly, he seems so happy and thoughtful. A loving boy. Though behind closed doors in the depths of the night, depression sweeps him up in it's arms, and insomnia keeps him awake all night. He smokes and drinks. Others think it's just part of his rebellious nature, but it's more of a coping mechanism. Covered with hidden scars and a mask that hides his insecurities, he tries his best to make it.