Obnoxious Bad Boy

Stupid for Love #3

by K.A. Merikan, Devon Doe

Tl; Am I the problem for hooking up in secret with the local bad boy? (Everyone thinks I hate him)

I’m an accomplished pre-law student with my life mapped out by my parents. One day, I’ll be a respected lawyer. For now, I’m enjoying college, writing shameless gay smut, and getting absolutely zero action.

Then there’s Vex. My secret crush.

Tattoo artist. Ex-burglar. Influencer. Obnoxious local bad boy. He’s ripped, inked, has ice-blue eyes, and is exactly the kind of guy I shouldn’t want.

He’s also straight.

Or so I thought.

Because one day, Vex notices me. I’ve always been a skinny pale nerd with no game, but to Vex, I’m his sweetie, his baby boy, and his eager plaything.

We’re so different, and this was meant to be only a fling, but now I’m falling for him way too fast.

Everyone thinks I hate Vex.

I really should have kept it that way.

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Obnoxious Bad Boy is an M/M enemies-to-lovers, steamy opposites-attract romcom about a snotty nerd secretly hooking up with the bad boy of his dreams, then discovering that keeping things casual is a lot harder when he wants the bad boy to be his boyfriend.

Previously published as 'Obnoxious Bad Boy' by Devon Doe.

Genres: M M Romance, College, Contemporary, Enemies To Lovers, LGBT, Romance, Audiobook

249 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 23, 2026

About the author

(Goodreads profile run by Kat)

K. A. Merikan is a duo of queer writers who don’t believe in following the well-trodden path. In their books you can dip your toe into dangerous romance with mafiosi, outlaw bikers and bad boys, all from the safety of your sofa. They love the weird and wonderful, stepping out of the box, and bending stereotypes both in life and in fiction. Their stories don’t shy away from exploring the darker side of M/M romance, and feature a variety of anti-heroes, rebels, misfits, and underdogs who go against the grain.
Be prepared for shocking twists, dark humor, raw emotions, and sizzling hot scenes.

K.A. Merikan also writes steamy M/M romcoms as Devon Doe.

e-mail: kamerikan@gmail.com

More information about ongoing projects, works in progress and publishing at:
K.A. Merikan’s author page: http://kamerikan.com
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kamerikan

Reviews

[Lilly [Hiatus due to School] · Rating 5 out of 5]

“He is the hottest piece of ass I’ve ever laid my eyes on, and the kindest, sweetest partner I could dream of.”

We have rich boy and nerd Aaron, who is a pre-law student. He’s quiet, follows the rules and never strays from the path his parents set for him. He loves writing gay erotic fiction, calligraphy, horse riding and Vex. Tattooed bad boy and social media influencer Vex has been the centre of his focus, even more so after the coffee incident. He hates Vex but also wants him and to his surprise he learns that Vex wants him too.

Vex is a tattoo artist and after his mugshot went viral, he capitalized on his fame to ensure he will always have a roof over his head and will never have to go hungry. He’s gay but due to the number of female followers, brand sponsors and knowing his 15 minutes of fame can end at any time, he’s scared of coming out publicly. He’s attracted to Aaron and wants him but does not do relationships.

I was looking forward to Aaron’s story since book one, so I was so excited for Obnoxious Bad Boy.

Aaron takes pride in his looks and intelligence, but at the same time, since he’s a virgin, he has had some self-esteem issues but seeing him grow and gain confidence was lovely. Having a man like Vex attracted to and desiring you does help. I also loved that he could be himself with Vex.

“Turns out his interest in art isn’t superficial, and that he likes going to museums whenever there’s an opportunity for it. He cooked for me, listened to me talk about the book I’m reading, and doesn’t laugh at my penchant for gay smut.”

I honestly adored Aaron and he was so relatable that it was scary. I loved getting a peak into his wild thoughts which were hilarious at times. He’s also such a romantic and really fell for Vex.

Vex being insistent that their relationship was just physical and nothing more was just silly since he was also falling for Aaron. I also found him being upset that Aaron didn’t want his parents to find out about him ridiculous because he was the one who wanted to keep their relationship on the down low in the first place. However, I am glad he came to his senses.

“I really like you, Aaron. You’re the best person I dated, and I hate myself for hurting you. Earlier today, you were right. I should have stood by you and taken responsibility instead of thinking about myself. I’m so sorry.”

Overall I had such a fun time reading Obnoxious Bad Boy, this book is my favourite of the series so far. It had all the humor, steam and I just adored Aaron and Vex. Loved seeing the Rainbowology crew, Logan, Kyle and Matt as well!

Devon Doe’s stories and characters give me K.A. Merikan vibes, like what if they wrote sweet romantic comedies? I’m already excited for Kai’s book - Straight Crush - can’t wait!

[Renae Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Obnoxious Bad Boy is a fun opposites attract romance featuring a "nerd" and "bad boy. " I really enjoyed the chemistry and banter between Vex and Aaron. These two are so different aesthetically, but their personalities are so adorably cute and sweet, making for a wonderful low-angst romance.

Aaron was hilarious in his inability to comprehend how or why Vex would have any interest, so Vex's wooing and forcefulness were fun to see. Aaron and Vex have a complicated relationship due to a variety of reasons and I really enjoyed the resolution to their main issue. Their a fantastic couple and I loved reading their story.

*** I reviewed a complimentary copy of this story.***

[Brooke · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐️ 3 stars ⭐️

Small town, opposites attract rom-com.

Obnoxious Bad Boy started off a little rocky — very insta-lust with zero tension or build-up between the characters. I was very close to DNFing at first, and I still don’t know for sure if it was worth sticking through til the end.

It had some charm: the characters were quirky and cute, the small town ‘everyone knows everything about everyone’ vibes are always OTT and somewhat fun, and the steam was okay.

I definitely enjoyed the middle portion more than the beginning and the end.
Once we get to Vex’s POV things start to get more interesting, what with the secret dates and hookups, but not interesting enough to make up for the ending.
The ending was extremely abrupt and unsatisfying.
How Vex went from terrified of coming out, to just blurting ‘let’s go public’ was so out of left field I have whiplash.

Overall, it’s pretty on par with the rest of the series, but for some reason I enjoyed it much less.
Objectively, it would probably be less than 3 stars, but my gut says 3 so 3 it shall be.

Tropes and NSFW info (spoilers):
- small town
- Size difference
- Opposites attract
- MC with tattoos
- Strict top/bottom
- Virgin MC

[Ninni · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my favourite in the series. Going to blame Vex for that.

[Monikat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Filthy, cute, annoyingly obnoxious semi drama. A sweet-ish, quick story.

[megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

“When I’m with him, I don’t want to be the smart guy. I want to be the brainless sex doll he uses however he likes—legs spread on command, mouth eager to swallow his load.”
4.5⭐️3🌶️

Aaron’s story!! Our lovely quiet nerd who practically lives at Rainbowology writing queer erotica gets seduced by the local bad boy tattoo artist, Vex 😍😍😍

Opposites attract, secret hookups, first times, DRAMA, and humour make this such a fun read.

They both have reasons for keeping their relationship a secret and while I think Aaron’s are much stronger than Vex’s it does put them in some fun scenarios and create quite a lot of drama in the end. Their chemistry is amazing!! They both have some pretty high walls to tear down. I won’t spoil the ending but I really loved how it all worked out in regards to Aaron’s family.

Definitely can’t wait for Kai’s book - this is a fantastic series of queer romcoms 🥰

I received an advanced copy for review - all opinions are my own.

[Nina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven’t been up for writing full reviews lately, but I will say this…

This has been my favorite of the series so far! These two were HOT and I absolutely adored the dynamic between them. And I am super excited for the next one because Kai is precious and deserves the world. 🥰

Will come back and add tags soon

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🫠

[Daje1968]

Cannot rate because I only got 2 paragraphs in. This was just TOO first person POV if that makes sense. I was immediately irritated.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devon Doe. That pendulum has swung way out there my friends. Not bad. Not bad at all. It's like Jekyll & Hyde do When Harry Met Sally. And well I might add.

Not a fan of the sneaking around but I get it, at least for 'my boy' and his no doubt hefty trust fund.

Vex the internet influencer annoyed me. The fact he's also an ex con and a really good tattoo artist I found hysterical.

Our boy's are left poorer yet enriched by the fullness of their luv. The money will come later.

I'll have what they're having. 🩷

[Jacquie Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

Aaron and Vex had great chemistry. It was easy to see how compatible they were despite their differences. They just made sense.
I'll admit to being more than a little frustrated at the drama late on. Their decisions had me scratching my head.
The resolution was well done, though I would have had Vex grovel more, and I loved how Aaron's friends rallied around him.
Opposites attract, first time, coming out, found family, and a whole lot of steam. Obnoxious Bad Boy could easily be read as a standalone, though characters from both books make an appearance. Aaron's friendship with Matt is adorable

[Reading Addict · Rating 2 out of 5]

Vex was an asshole, I don't understand how we were supposed to be on his side. What a way to lose your virginity; asshole. What a way to spend your birthday; asshole. What a way to constantly be taken for granted and belittled; asshole. Not at all fulfilling.

[Lady Macbeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars
I was waiting for Aaron's story since he appeared in the first book: his dynamic with Matt was hilarious and I liked Aaron immediately. We also knew he disliked the tall tattoed boy who spilled a drink on his laptop.
In this book, finally Vex starts talking to Aaron and apologises for that incident, offering to do a free tattooo. This is the beginning of their secret relationship: both of them have their reasons, Aaron has to become a lawyer according to the path his parents set for him and Vex is playing the straight boy role to gain more clients and to have financial stability.
Their hookup arrangement seems to work fine, but Aaron, who's never had a boyfriend and maybe is a little naive, starts feeling more and craving for Vex to aknowledge that they're boyfriends.

Vex's walls are up, though, and he deeply hurts Aaron: first flirting with every woman who approaches him, then forgetting something very important. And in the very dumb tentative to make up for his forgetfulness, he hurts Aaron even more.
Poor Aaron, he was left alone to face a lot and I really really despised Vex for it: saying "I was always honest" doesn't give you the excuse to behave so carelessly.
What annoyed me really much was that Aaron forgave him too easily: Vex should have groveled way more than an afternoon and Aaron shouldn't have let him in is life again so fast.

Anyway, I loved that Aaron found out to have good people looking out for him: Levi, Kai and Matt were very protective and supportive.
The epilogue is lovely and I hope we'll see Aaron and Vex again in the following stories.

I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews and this is my honest review

[Kristy Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of those books where you just have to read it. It’s book three and it can be a standalone but my advice is to read all of them.

1- Oblivious Roommate
2- Not My Groom
3- Obnoxious Bad Boy

Devon Doe brings so much humor and sooo much heat to these books. I love a book that is lighthearted and just FUN. Laugh out loud for real, fun.

Vex is our bad boy. Felon, tattooed, tall, built, owns his tattoo shop. He comes from a rough, poor background. An incident taken the wrong way leads to him becoming a social media influencer. Complete with thirst traps and all. His following is strong with women and as such, he is closeted. But, Aaron has been on his radar for a couple years he just isn’t sure he is gay also.

Aaron is an artist working on his law degree. The law degree his parents are forcing on him. When Vex sees the gay romance novel Aaron is writing he knows he should make his move. And of course it’s hot. And of course they want more. Can Aaron keep their relationship secret? Is he comfortable doing that even though he is not closeted?

The chemistry between these two is off the charts HOT. Their growth and the power of their feelings is equally fun and frustrating. You kind of want to punch Vex a few times 🤜🏼😵‍💫 but you also get to see his softer side.

If you like your romance stories with a lot of laughs and a lot of heat this is for you.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

[Janireadsmm · Rating 5 out of 5]

Waaaaahhhhhhhh! It's so good! Precious Aaron gets himself a slice of the tattooed bad boy of his dreams. Such a great book and so many great descriptions and hilarious moments. And we even have Matty giving advice, which was surprisingly good 😂 it felt like a growth moment? Vex is low key obsessed with Aaron and I love it, while Aaron has a bit of a confidence crisis he knows he's a specific taste, we get a few Vex chapters (yay dual pov!) explaining Aaron in the most amazing ways! Definitely one to read, it has rom com vibes and lots of great characters and plot with a side of smut and incredible dirty talk! My favourite of the series so far!!

[Jane aka Coughy019 (Safety info included) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tropes: bad boy/nerd, first time, kinda one-sided enemies to lovers at first, secret relationship
Feels: 4/5
Steam*: 4/5
Kinks: there were a few kinks
Angst: low
HEA: yes
Pairing: MM
Triggers/potential icks/content themes: third act breakup, internalized homophobia, bad relationship with parents, assault, being kept a secret and it hurting a bit

Aaron is 20 and he's at college studying to be a lawyer because that's what his parents want. He comes from a really wealthy family. He has a horse. LOL. He's a bit awkward, he's a bit of a nerd, he has a fashion sense that is unique, he's a virgin. He's a rule follower. But secretly he's kinky, he has a passion for writing gay erotica, he likes writing calligraphy. He wants something different for his future. He secretly crushing on Vex.

Vex is 25. He's a bad boy. He is an influencer and tattoo artist. He has gone to jail for trespassing in the past. Vex is pretending to be straight in public but he's secretly gay. He's been interested in Aaron for months, he sees how attractive he is, how interesting and likeable he is.

Aaron has been pretending not to like Vex and he's had kind of a public hatred / considered him an enemy when as far as the rest of the public knows Vex is oblivious to his existence. Vex makes a move one day and they start hooking up. They hook up for months in secret. And it really becomes a relationship and everything but name. They genuinely enjoy each other's company even when it's non-sexual. They make cute boyfriends. But Vex won't let Aaron call it boyfriends and he won't come out. And it starts hurting errands feelings. Initially he was fine with hooking up only but this is more, he's feeling more. There's a third act break up, Vex is dumb.

I liked this book. It was an enjoyable dynamic, it was entertaining, there was steam, Aaron was fun to watch seeing the nerd become a cool kid while staying himself. They were so compatible. It was kind of annoying how Vex was denying the relationship. It was a light read, not intense or angsty.

Some notable moments:

"I miss watching weird old movies together and the way we always had something interesting to discuss. Most of all, I miss the way he’d hug me with his whole body, as if I was the only island left in the middle of a stormy ocean. I mattered to him as a person."

*FYI, I rate steam based on a combination of quality & quantity. I note kink separate from steam because I don't want to underrate steamy reads that don't have much kink."

[Natalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been looking forward to this book since the first in the series, and it did not disappoint! (I am so thankful for indie publishing schedules that meet my feral need for more books by this brand-new author!)

Aaron is single with his only outlet the smutty fiction he writes. Vex is the local tattoo artist and social media influencer he’s publicly scorned to friends and acquaintances. But Aaron is also harboring a crush on the tatted hunk, and when Vex offers him a free tattoo to make up, Aaron jumps at the chance for some one-on-one time.

Instead of ink, Aaron punches his V card in the dirty, sexy manner he craves. Then what was going to be a one night stand turns in to a regular arrangement that meets all of Aaron and Vex’s sexual needs.

But there are a few problems: Vex isn’t out publicly because he depends on his straight women fans to support this thirst traps and book him for tattoos. So he isn’t interested in an open relationship, which leaves him and Aaron in a limbo about their relationship (are they dating? Who can know the truth of their fucking? Can they interact at all in public?) To top it off, Aaron’s parents deeply disapprove of Vex, who has a criminal record and comes from poverty.

As their relationship deepens, they both have to reckon with what their willing to give up to be together — Vex his fans, sponsorships and clients; Aaron the approval of his parents and the trust fund they keep hanging over his head.

First of all, Aaron has popped off the page since he first appeared. He’s had main character energy from the get-go, and this is the dirty, sexy love story he deserves. He’s witty and confident but deeply romantic (while also craving filthy, filthy things in the bedroom). Vex hasn’t had much time to shine, but he proves himself to be intellectual, thoughtful and much more than his sexy exterior (but also very willing to get down and dirty with Aaron and dominate him the way Aaron craves.)

Second of all, and I think it’s been clear so far: this book is sexy as hell. It’s the spiciest of the series so far, with Vex and Aaron having immediate chemistry when they get on the page together. Their sex is scorching hot and on-page a LOT. It’s amazing, and I am truly impressed such a new author has such a command on how to write really amazing and affecting sex scenes.

And most of all, this was a super compelling read! I couldn’t put it down (but who’s surprised? Devon Doe keeps on with the Ws.) Each book has its own vibes that fit the couple’s voices, so they don’t feel repetitive, but at the same time, this series feels cohesive. There’s a snappy cadence to it all that makes each book a fast read in the best way. They all flow so well and there’s not a dull moment across the board.

I can’t wait to read what comes next!

| I received an ARC and this is my honest, freely given review. |

[warhawke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Genre: MM Contemporary Romance
Type: Standalone Book 3 from Am I the Problem? series
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:



On the surface, Aaron Astor couldn’t stand the sexy tattoo artist Vex, who wronged him. On the inside, a secret lust had been brewing. But things were about to stir when he found out the feeling was mutual.



This one was an easy, light-hearted read. I liked both Aaron and Vex and how they each had to make choices that are right for them. They had great chemistry that made for hot sexy scenes.

Obnoxious Bad Boy is a story of hidden desires. It would appeal to readers looking for a quick, light MM romance.

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[Leigh Gaskill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really glad I got to read Aaron’s book, like most other reviewers I have also been waiting for his since he was introduced in book one. He and Vex start and friends with benefits situation but on the DL due to Vex’s business but Vex starts acting boyfriend-y and confusing Aaron and giving him ideas. It did kind of annoy me that Vex continued to say that he told Aaron what the situation was but he definitely still wanted to have his cake and eat it too. It all blows up spectacularly during the same night when Vex forgets something important and then they make a really stupid decision to make up for this. I would literally call Aaron ‘dickmatized’ by Vex and I think he should be entitled to compensation, for as much as his higher thinking skills go out the window when it comes to him. It does seem like it will work out in the end to their mutual benefit, but I’m glad they threw that out the window.

I do want to note, one of my biggest gripes is how dumb the author makes Matt. There is a difference between naive and dumb. And the word choice here is not mine. But I digress.

They do get their HEA. Aaron thinks as well he has no friends except Matt and his horse Snowley but that’s not true either as there is a great cast of supporting characters as well that I can’t wait to see more of.

I received a free copy of this book from Gay Romance Reads in exchange for my honest review.

[M · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay, so this book was entertaining. Not quite funny enough to be labelled a romcom, but I enjoyed the writing. The premise is that a pretentious and nerdy virgin has the hots for an ostensibly straight bad boy tattoo artist, and as his luck would have it, the bad boy is not straight and likes him back. I enjoyed the relationship dynamic of the horny naïf and the worldly stud. They had pretty good chemistry if I am being honest. Aaron, our nerd, is a bit of a snob, but is pretty sweet under all the trappings of his middle class upbringing. Whereas I fucking hated Vex. He had this easygoing vibe, but he is an influencer, and so everything he does is seemingly to maintain the image he has created. For this reason, he insists that his thing with Aaron remain secret and casual, all the while throwing out mixed signals like ninja stars. He really treated Aaron badly, to the point where I would have been thrilled without a HEA between these two. So this is a case of a decent book with a trash MC, if you enjoyed the previous ones in the serious, probably you'll like this one too.

[Babara-Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

ENEMIES TO LOVERS SIZE DIFFERENCE!

I absolutely love this series by this amazing author and I love the fact that the previous characters makes appearances right throughout the book to support Aaron!

I was impressed with the character development of Vex and Aaron!
They just brought something special out of each other! It was so sweet how their friendship helped each other by breaking down walls and accepting each other’s flaws and then they get oh so steamy and kinky…

Their journey was not easy as Vex must stay in the closet for his fans and sponsors and Aaron has controlling parents who forbids him from seeing Vex after an unfortunate incident which causes Vex to hurt Aaron which leads to them breaking up…

Will Vex make the same mistake he made with his ex and keep Aaron a secret or will he realise love is more important than fame and money?…

I look forward to Kai’s story finally!

I voluntarily received an ARC from GRR for an honest non biased review.

[Brittany St Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely love these two. They both have something to lose if the world finds out about them. It's a secret they're willing to keep, until it isn't. There's passion, drama, and so much steam. Even though their past had Aaron believing the worst, Vex wasnt on the same page. When their lives finally cross again, it's fireworks. They learn they have so much in common and want each other equally. But nothing that feels this amazing, or seems so easy, stays perfect. Their lives are changed one night and it completely reworks their relationship. Because of this, we see how they navigate those changes and do what's best for them. I was hooked from page one. I adore this series so much and can't wait for the next book.

[Caia · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25
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[Janaya Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this! A feel good romance that was surprisingly emotional! I actually teared up! This was cute and sweet and romantic! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️🌶️

[JɄ₦Ɇ]

Si ya entendí que tú crush es súper sexy y super bad boy 🙄

[Michael Williams · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

I will live on this hill: i love k.a. merikan!! She has quickly became one of my favorite authors. This was a funny af story between Aaron the nerd and Vex the bad boy. Releases on October 23rd on kindle and audible. Thank you Kayla for finding this early and sending it to me. If you are avid fans like we are.....you can find this already ready for purchase on her website 🩵🩵🩵

[T Paul · Rating 4 out of 5]

The bad boy and the innocent, not at all a new concept but, again, it works. These two have their struggles but following along was entertaining. I found it sad that Aaron’s family were so callous but the relationship these two have formed is strong. The story kept you reading and they garnered your loyalty. The happy ending was shadowed somewhat by the parent’s unkindness but overall it was pleasant and you find you’re rooting for them. I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book.

[Xi Rai · Rating 1.5 out of 5]

May this kind of love NEVER find me.

Vex is the reddest of all red flags...and not in a good way.
He wants to stay in the closet. Ok coolio.
But he throws Aaron under the bus for shit HE pulled.

He forgot Aaron's birthday...despite putting it in his calendar in his phone.
He tries to gaslight Aaron into "Even if I wanted to come out...." YEAH HE NEVER EVEN THOUGHT ABOUT IT.
He tries to manipulate Aaron through sex, because he knows that Aaron still has feelings.

Hell to the fuck no.

I guess I'm not the target group. My brain is too developed for that.

(I bought a copy on the authors page, which delivered before amazon release.)

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars for me. This was a cute opposites attract read and I enjoyed the nerdy Aaron and the bad boy tattooist Vex. I have enjoyed the other characters in this series and it was nice to see them pop into this book as well. This book took me a bit to get into but I was glad to see this journey to HEA.

[Alex · Rating 2 out of 5]

It wasn’t my favorite read of the year, and I am putting in mildly.
It had everything I can’t stand in what supposed to be a palate cleanser book to begin with:
-Instalust, like literally zero tension. They started going at it at what, 15%? I couldn’t feel them at all.
-3rd arc “breakup”. Like, UGH. A huge UGH. I didn’t care enough about any of them for the drama to worry me. It was just annoying and I wanted it to end.
-The characters themselves weren’t good. Aaron was a condescending prick, who maybe had some kind of charm but I mainly found him annoying. Vex was… An asshole. Zero redeeming qualities. And while the author did attempt to make excuses with his past, it just didn’t work for me.
-The writing could use a proper editing.
-I am sorry to say this but even the sex was boring and very repetitive
I dunno, I finished it just because it was a buddy-read, honestly I don’t like 1*ing books that didn’t personally offend me and called me ugly, but this one came pretty close.
1.5* rounded up.

[Maggie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐

Idk, I feel so strange because I really loved Aaron, he was super sweet and actually made me cry a couple of times.

But, I hated Vex so much, he was so selfish and I wanted to punch him in the face every time he said something about not wanting a boyfriend but did boyfriend things at the same time.

I mean, Aaron was out and proud, but basically he wanted to put him in the closet again, and he was so innocent that he believed this shit:

"It doesn’t matter that hardly anyone will know about our relationship, because what counts is how we feel about each other"