In this poignant story, Robert Westfall struggles with personal turmoil while finding solace in math class. His relationship with his teacher, Andrew McNelin, evolves from mentorship to friendship, leading to complex emotions and risks. J.H. Trumble sensitively explores themes of love and connection amidst life's challenges.
Luke Chesser is back, and it looks like his luck may be changing when he makes a surprising connection with one of the marching band field techs, Curtis Cameron. But just as their relationship is set to launch, Curtis is diagnosed HIV positive. Too ashamed to tell anyone, he puts off treatment and pulls the plug on his relationship with Luke. He won't risk infecting another person. But Luke won't let go so easily. The two soon find themselves struggling to either define their relationship in terms they can both live with or end it altogether.