Can we be each other's company ?

In the bustling halls of Shelfield Academy, two contrasting figures roamed the corridors - Ashton, the affluent heartthrob, and Joe, the introverted student deeply devoted to his faith. Their worlds collided in the most unexpected of ways, sparking a peculiar dynamic filled with unspoken tension and hidden desires. As the school year unfolded, their lives intertwined in ways that neither could have foreseen.

Ashton, with his effortless popularity and magnetic presence, found himself inexplicably drawn to the enigmatic Joe. Despite Joe's reserved demeanour and unwavering commitment to his beliefs, there was an undeniable pull between them. Slowly but steadily, Ashton's feelings for Joe grew, igniting a flame that burned brighter with each passing day. However, just as Ashton began to unravel his emotions, Joe was faced with a profound crisis of self-identity that sent shockwaves through his world.

Amidst the chaos of teenage emotions and self-discovery, two unexpected allies emerged - Manha and Tiff. While not initially close to Ashton and Joe, their paths crossed in pivotal moments, shaping the course of their intertwined destinies. Manha and Tiff, the inseparable platonic girlfriends, served as beacons of support and wisdom as Joe navigated the complexities of his inner turmoil. Through their guidance and unwavering friendship, Joe found solace and strength to confront his deepest fears and uncertainties.

As Ashton's affection for Joe blossomed, he stood steadfast by Joe's side, offering a beacon of light in the midst of Joe's darkest moments.

"Joe...?" *Ashton calls his name in a yearning demeanour*

"Yes, Ashton?" *Joe replies, looking into Ashtons piercing blue eyes*

"Can we be each other's company?" *Ashton softly says to Joe as he sits closer, subtly touching his arm with his, feeling surges of electricity possess his body*