The Red Cactus
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Last published Fri, Nov 24, 2017
Griffen Weston was a normal teenager. He was just about to finish his junior year when one chaotic event after another turned his life around. Now he was 1,839 miles away from his home. His old home. Everything seemed not worth it. At least until he met Travis. A great friend, an emotional support system, a guide. Someone he could trust and depend on. But what if Griffen felt something more for him?
I currently dont have an editor so I'm just writing as I think and fixing what doesn't sound right. This is an original story.
TW: Self harm, suicide, drugs
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