Chapter 5BRYSON It was strange waking up after revealing so much to Corbin. I shook my head knowing I needed to talk with Bennett. Mom had said I needed to go back to school on Monday, and the truth was, if I wanted to play in the district game on Friday, I needed to be in school all week to qualify. Bennett opened his door, waiting for me to speak. “Breakfast?” He smiled, “That sounds like a good idea, bro.” I nodded, letting out a breath, “Thanks, Ben.” We were sitting at the beach café, and I was trying to figure out where to begin. “Bryson, just spit it out.” “Am I gay?” He looked at me pointedly, “Are you?” I shrugged and looked down, poking my food with my fork, “I’ve never really thought about it.” “Look at me, Bry.” I did as he ordered. “Explain your confusion. Let it out.

