Hopeless {A Heartstopper AU}

Ben Hope has always been a troubled soul, never quite fitting the mold of a nice guy. His path is littered with the pain of those he's hurt and the shards of hearts he's shattered. Deep down, he can't fathom why he acts this way, but the self-loathing that festers inside him is undeniable. He yearns to change, to be better, but the road to redemption seems elusive. Then, Thomas enters his life, and suddenly, the chaos in Ben's mind starts to find order. As Ben grapples with his inner demons, one question looms large: Can he finally find peace within himself and his emotions, or will Thomas become just another casualty in the wake of Ben's destructive tendencies?