Jacob Shae, a 16-year-old boy with blue short hair and blue eyes, lay on the floor amidst the debris, his metal hands and feet glinting under the fluorescent lights. He knew someone pushed the wardrobe on him, but who? His younger brother, Ethan, had helped with his recovery, lending his fair skin to repair Jacob's damaged nose and lips. Deep down, Jacob knew he wasn't a robot, but he decided to act like one to uncover the truth.

Determined to solve the mystery, Jacob identified three suspects. First was Max, his best friend with brown short hair, who had taken an interest in the girl Jacob dated. Then there was George, a boy with purple short hair and blue eyes, known for his eccentric behavior. Lastly, Ned, with orange short hair, who had a peculiar habit of hugging and swapping clothes with Jacob.

Jacob confronted Max first. "Max, why did you do it?" he asked, his voice steady despite the tension. "I didn't, I swear, but I... I do like you, Jacob. More than just a friend," Max confessed, his eyes filled with a mix of fear and hope. Jacob felt a pang of guilt but knew he had to keep his focus.

Jacob then turned to Ned, whose behavior had always been puzzling. "Ned, what's with the hugging and clothes swapping?" Jacob asked. "I just wanted to be close to you, like a brother," Ned replied, sincerity in his voice. The pieces didn't fit; it had to be Max.

Jacob finally cornered Max, who had tried to slip away. "Max, you can't run from this," Jacob said, blocking his path. "I just didn't want you to date her. I was jealous," Max admitted, tears in his eyes. Jacob sighed, feeling a mix of anger and relief.

Jacob forgave Max, understanding the complexities of teenage emotions. He promised to be more considerate of his friends' feelings in the future. As they sat together on the steps, Jacob felt a sense of closure, knowing that his journey of discovery had not only uncovered the truth but also strengthened his friendships.