Willy's packs his things into his car and drives into the city. He drives around aimlessly at first before he suddenly see the sign for the City's Gay and Lesbian Community Services Center. He goes inside and asks for help. Since he is so young however, there isn't much they can do for him. But, they do refer him to a group for homeless gay youths called C.A.S.T.O.F.F. House. Willy calls the number and sets out toward what will be his new home... Once there, Willy meets the two Co-Founders of the House: Quentin Payne, a man in his early 50's who is very wealthy and distinguished, but looks almost frail and sickly, and his lover Steven Turner, who is in his early 30's but dresses like he's only in his 20's. Both accept him and welcome him into the House where they help him unpack. After a few days, Willy sinks into depression again and Steve tries to help. Slowly but surely, Willy begins to come out of ihs shell.
A few days later, there is a new arrival: Quentin's nephew Richard. Willy and Richard are introduced and Richard almost immediately forms a crush on Willy. Steve, who knows about Darwin, quickly tries to change Richard's mind, for he knows that Willy wouldn't be able to return Richard's affections.
Willy still has many questions so he turns to Quentin and Steve for answers. Quentin sometimes doesn't have the answers Willy needs, but he speaks the truth: Everyone has their own Obstacles. But, when Willy asks what Quentins are, he reveals to Willy that he is HIV positive.
Time passes and the most dreaded day of all for those who are separated from their lovers comes near: Valentine's Day. It falls on Willy like a cinder block.
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