Over the next few weeks...

Troy's Point of View:

Thee past few weeks seem to be some of the greatest times I've ever experienced. I get to see Ryan almost everyday, I swear; sometimes I love him too much. He and Chad had gotten so much closer these past, few weeks. I'm happy that Chad and he could become such great friends. Turns out they had more in common than meets the eye. I wonder what'll happen in school. We've been secretly going out this whole time. We're able to get a few winks and smiles in the hallways. But I want to be able to hold Ryan, anytime I wanted. I don't know. Maybe I should talk to Ryan about coming out.

I started to think of our close group of friends who we came out to. I remembered every reaction; every emotion seeping through my mind.

Jason/Kelsie's Reactions:

"What's gay?" Jason asked with a sort of dumfounded tone; his eyebrows raised up in unison. His arms were wrapped around Kelsie as we sat in a small, fast-food place. They were sitting across from me; already finished with their order. I nibbled on a fry as Kelsie spoke.

"It's when two boys like each other Jason." Kelsie stated with pin point perfection. She took a sip of her drink as Jason put two and two together.

"Oh, that's cool I guess." Jason started to nuzzle into Kelsie's neck as I felt a sigh of relief flash upon me. It was difficult to control the smile that had come across my face.

Taylor's Reaction:

"Oh Troy, that's wonderful! I can finally do some research on the hormonal balances and how they differentiate from that of a heterosexual and a homosexual. I can't wait!" She wrapped her arms around me tightly. The people around us in the library returned to their readings after discovering where all the commotion was coming from.

"Great." I stated ignoring the fact that I could be on the cover of some science magazine due to Taylor's experimenting and research. I didn't know whether to be happy or if I should get my parents permission before releasing photos of me in the world of science. I continued to hug her anyway; regardless of my hidden thoughts.

Martha/Zeke's Reactions:

"What is it Troy? Zeke and I have to help out with the school's cafeteria. We're totally going to improve the menu! Especially since Zeke here is the most awesome chef ever!" Martha was always a bundle of joy.

"Well, I do what I can." Zeke, who although had a dark complexion, blushed deeply at his achievement. We walked into a silent hallway before I said anything. I looked around and made sure no one was listening.

"I trust you guys with all my heart. And I don't want to keep this a secret from you." I paused for a moment thinking of what else to say. I ran my hand through my hair and took a small breath.

"I'm gay." Seconds of silence shortly followed. Martha and Zeke exchanged looks; confusion upon their faces. It was Martha who broke the silence.

"Wonderful Troy. But Zeke and I have to leave now. We'll catch you later." Martha said in glee as she pulled a confused Zeke by his shirt as they headed towards the direction of the cafeteria.

I shrugged my shoulders.

I guess they're cool with it? Oh well.

I walked into my next class; feeling a lot lighter on the inside; a huge weight was finally lifted. I could go on knowing that I had the best circle of friends a guy could ever have.

I guess you never know what life is going to throw at you.

I felt a hand on my shoulder as I looked up from my desk to see the bright smile of the boy who I'm looking forward to being with for the rest of my life.

I couldn't help but smile...

A/N: Short chapter? Tell me about it.