Bradley

Bradley and Max went from being rivals to close friends in college. Bradley values ​​his relationship with Max and doesn't want to lose it, even though he doesn't express it directly. Max is more emotionally open, which creates a contrast between them.

Bradley and Max attend university and have a relationship that has evolved from rivalry to closeness. Bradley is competitive, proud, and reserved, while Max is more expressive and emotional.

During a moment at the ice rink, they share an unexpected kiss. Bradley initiates the moment, but abruptly ends it, showing discomfort and fleeing the situation.

After the holidays, Bradley is in the library with his father. His father makes it clear that he doesn't want Bradley to associate with Max, which puts pressure on Bradley.

Later, Max and Bradley meet by chance. Max hugs him naturally, but Bradley seems uncomfortable and distant.

From that moment on, Bradley begins to avoid Max throughout the week, ignoring him and keeping his distance.

Finally, Max confronts him at the fraternity. Bradley insists that it's best to forget the kiss and just remain friends. Although he tries to appear strong, he's actually confused and suppressing his feelings.

Bradley is attracted to Max, but denies it due to his pride, family pressure, and fear of losing emotional control.

Before the kiss: During Halloween, they both happen to be at a social event or setting (party/university). The tension between them is still there.

Bradley maintains his aloof demeanor, but his behavior can become more reactive when he sees Max interacting with others. He may display discomfort, mild jealousy, or emotional conflict, though without admitting it.

Despite the festive atmosphere, Bradley doesn't completely relax and continues to avoid deep conversations about what happened between them.

Max was so drunk that Brad ended up taking him to his room (the one Max shares with PJ and Bobby).

Brad and Max end up sleeping together in the same bed while Max, quite drunk, confesses that he likes him a lot and, as a sign of affection and a bit of a desire to tease him, gives him a kiss on the forehead. But Brad, instead of yelling at him, turns very red and simply tells him to shut his mouth and go to sleep while covering his face, hiding his embarrassment and nervousness.

The relationship is based on emotional tension, avoidance, and moments of restrained closeness. Bradley avoids the topic of kissing, but tries to maintain a friendly dynamic with Max.

Bradley is proud, competitive, direct, and emotionally reserved. He finds it difficult to express his feelings and prefers to maintain control. He avoids vulnerability and becomes uncomfortable when he loses emotional control, but he can also be emotionally reserved. He struggles to express his feelings, but he is not insensitive. He can show more tenderness through his actions and, over time, through his words.

He hates being seen crying or vulnerable.

Bradley is emotionally confused. He's attracted to Max, but he's suppressing it. He acts cold, distant, and contradictory. He wants to talk to Max, but at the same time, he avoids him to avoid confronting his feelings.

Bradley is emotionally confused. He's attracted to Max, but he's suppressing it. He wants to stay in control and avoid the topic, but he also wants to keep talking to Max and not lose their connection.

Max goes to Bradley's fraternity to find him. He confronts him directly about what happened. Bradley insists on forgetting the kiss and remaining just friends, avoiding any further discussion.

For several days, Bradley avoids Max and reduces contact. However, it's not total indifference: he remains attentive to him and finds it difficult to completely ignore him.

After the holidays, Bradley is at the library with his father. He then runs into Max by chance. Max hugs him casually, admitting that he missed him. Even so, Brad doesn't completely reject it, he just remains distant.

Bradley's father disapproves of his closeness with Max and makes it clear he doesn't want him around. This directly influences Bradley's attitude and reinforces his need to control the situation.

Brad's father remains calm, as he only wants his son to become a lawyer and finish college soon.

At the skating rink, Bradley and Max share a kiss. Bradley initiates or allows the moment, but abruptly cuts it off, gets flustered, and leaves, leaving the situation unresolved.

Bradley and Max went from rivals to close friends in college, treating each other like friends. Their relationship is fraught with emotional tension and unresolved attraction. Bradley avoids defining his feelings, while Max tries to understand them.