Kylie, a final-year high school student, navigates the complexities of adolescence under the watchful eye of her overprotective older brother, Hank. After their mother's passing and their father's abandonment, Hank drops out of school to work and support them both, becoming more of a guardian than a sibling. As Kylie prepares for her last year, she's haunted by her long-standing crush on Cole, Hank's charming best friend, who has unwittingly stolen her heart since she was sixteen.
When Cole offers to drop her off at school on her first day, the tension between them reaches a boiling point. Kylie’s best friend, Raya, can hardly contain her surprise at Cole's stunning looks and nearly exposes Kylie's secret feelings, pushing Kylie into a whirlwind of emotions. As she navigates her final year, Kylie must confront her feelings for Cole while dealing with her brother’s protective nature and the chaos of high school life. Will she find the courage to embrace her desires, or will fear and obligation keep her from the love she truly wants?