Mr. Way - Frerard

Mr. Way hadn't been in school for a week. I was worried to the point where I could barely think, and concentrating on algebra was a long shot, so I decided to cut class, and wander around the local neighbourhoods in the hope of spotting his car.

A few hours later, I was close to giving up, and my stomach was growling for food, when a car similar to Gerard's came into my view. My heart leapt and I looked closer in the hope of finding a clue that it was his car. I recognised the clutter that surrounded my feet at previous times I'd sat in his car, and almost cried with happiness.

Apprihensively, I walked up the path to his front door, and tapped it lightly. After a few moments, I knocked again but harder this time. I thought for a minute and came to the conclusion that if he wasn't here then he probably wasn't in Belleville at all, and it was worth checking.

I tried the door handle and found it unlocked, so I stepped into his house and called his name, to which there was no reply. I checked the kitchen and lounge, which were empty, and then entered the next room I came to.

It was regular-looking bedroom, but was far more than regular due to the man who was lying in the bed. Gerard was lying motionless, partly covered by a blanket, his eyes closed. They opened wearily at the sound of me entering.

"Frank?" he whispered, confused to see me, and heavy from sleep.

"Gerard, what's the matter? Are you sick?" I said quickly, rushing to kneel by the side of his bed.

"No, no is nothing like that, I'm sorry, I-"

"Shh, stop. Calm down. You can explain later but first you need a shower. I'm not going to lie to you, Gee. You stink. I'll go make us something to eat, okay?" I stroked his hair before leaving him.

I went through to the kitchen, and realised I was shaking out of worry for the older man. I told myself to get a grip and got started on breakfast.

Notes

Omg I'm so sorry for not updating in like three years (two months) and this chapter isn't that good but ayyy I actually updated so yeah. Pls don't hate me I'm gonna try and write loads today
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