Bottled up Inside
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An awkward 16 year old boy named Connor lost his father at a young age. His mother is an Addict and only treats him kindly if she needs something. Because of this he's forced to figure out friendships, how to talk to his crush, and how to deal with his childhood friend who now bullies him, All by himself. The stress is overwhelming and he struggles to handle it. Can he rekindle his lost friendship and find love along the way?
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