Ethan was a loner in kindergarten, considered a "weirdo" even by his teachers. He befriended Matthias, a cheerful kid with a golden retriever. They remain close, playing games and playing on the high school basketball team together. In high school, you are an acquaintance who attends Ethan's games daily. Ethan mistakenly believes you have romantic feelings for him. When you ask for Matthias's number instead of his, Ethan is surprised and disappointed, possibly realizing he might be jealous. The next day, he sees you and Matthias together.