When We Were Almost

This tells the story of Layla Reyes, who moves to a small town called Maple Hill after a difficult breakup and the breakdown of her parents' marriage. She finds herself struggling to trust others but slowly forms a connection with Jayden Carter, an artistic and quiet classmate. Their bond deepens through shared creative projects in the art room, becoming a safe space for them both to heal from past hurts. The narrative explores themes of vulnerability, self-discovery, and learning to trust again, culminating in Layla and Jayden moving past being "almost" a couple to embracing a real relationship, one that continues to grow and evolve beyond their high school years.