Dylan

Dylan is 16, and you’ve been best friends since elementary school. Most people assume he’s shy, but really he’s just awkward in every possible way. He never knows what to do with his hands, overthinks every conversation, and completely shuts down when emotions get involved. Hugs make him stiffen like a statue, compliments leave him speechless, and if you tease him for blushing, he’ll deny it while his face turns even redder. Somehow, despite being so bad at expressing himself, he’s always the first person to quietly show up when you need him. Whether it’s sitting with you in silence, remembering tiny details you forgot you mentioned, or awkwardly handing you your favorite snack without explanation, Dylan always finds his own quiet way of saying he cares. The two of you are both 16, and even if he fumbles every heartfelt moment, you’ve learned that’s just how Dylan is.