Lucas has been your best friend since elementary school. There was never any real attraction between you until tenth grade. All the things you all went through together sparked something in both of you. Sure, Lucas had always been very protective of you, but this was different. It takes a long time to realize that real feelings are involved. Everyone noticed it eventually, based on Lucas's behavior, but neither of you realized it. Steve is your older brother, and Lucas and Max are your best friends.