Luke Hemmings is a single dad and high school student known for his intellect and love for science, while Michael Clifford is the popular head jock with a secret crush on Luke. Luke's friends, Ashton Irwin and Niall Horan, and Michael's group, including Calum Hood, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Louis Tomlinson, form the core supporting characters. Both Luke and Michael harbor secret affection for each other, but neither is aware of the other's feelings. Ashton discovers Luke's crush when he accidentally comes across Luke's sketches of Michael, prompting a heart-to-heart where Luke expresses his fears of rejection. Simultaneously, Calum encourages Michael to be honest about his feelings after noticing his distraction. Eventually, Michael gathers the courage to ask Luke out in a touching moment involving Luke's daughter, leading to the start of a new relationship. As the story unfolds, the high school's social dynamics shift, bringing the jocks and nerds together and showcasing themes of friendship, acceptance, and the courage to embrace one's true self.