Hold On Tight and Don't Look Back

Gerard’s P.O.V

Around 9:30 PM, Mikey decides to go up to his room. It is now me Frank and my mom; Frank is sitting really close to me, but obviously I don’t mind one bit. We were watching a movie on T.V for about half an hour when I feel something lean on my shoulder, I look over and see Frank has fallen asleep. A big smile spreads on my face and I wrap my arm around his waist; I forget that my mothers in the room so when I look over she has another face splitting grin. She was about to say something when we hear keys rattling and the door opening.

“Sorry, I had to work late” My father says, once he sees Frank he makes a sorry motion and quietly closes the door. I guess Frank must be really tired because he didn’t even flinch. I give my dad an 'It’s okay' look and he walks closer.

“They went on a date!” My mother says excitedly. I roll my eyes.

“That’s great son, how did it go?” My father questions.

“Fine” was all I say

“Just fine? Mikey says you guys were making out on the porch!”

“Will you guys knock it off, It was just a kiss” I whisper shouted.

“Sweetie I’m just happy that you’re going on a date, it’s been forever since you had someone. It’s also been a while since I’ve seen you this happy; I will need to give thanks to Frank” I look to Frank and smile again, I look back to my dad and he has a small smile also.

“Okay, I’m worn out so I’m going off to bed” says my father, I nod and my mother stands up to join him.

“Do you have him okay?” she asks, I give another nod and she nods back. Going up the stairs she gives a wave and disappears. I look back to Frank and he has a look of peacefulness on his face; Very different then the night he had the dream. I think for a moment of what I’m going to do. I don’t want to leave him down here so I turn off the T.V; I lean off of Frank and stand up, His body falls onto the couch and I giggle. I slowly pick him up bridal style; I thought he was going to be heavy but oh my gosh he is as light as a feather. He stirs a little but doesn’t wake up; I slowly carry him up the stairs and push open my door. I lay him on the bed taking off his shoes and socks then covering him with the blanket, I lean over and kiss him on the forehead before I grab some pajamas and head down to sleep on the couch.

Frank’s P.O.V

I wake up in a daze; where am I? What happened? I remember last night and the date. I had my first proper kiss, I smile at the memory. Then I remember sitting at the couch; I guess I fell asleep. But why am I not still on the couch? I sit up and realize I am in Gerard’s bedroom. I rub my eyes and look at the alarm clock, 11:15 AM it reads. I quickly reach for my chest. Thank god my clothes from yesterday are still on. I see my shoes are at the end of the bed but decide to leave them there. I get out of bed and slowly head downstairs; It seems like everyone else is still sleeping so I quietly walk downstairs. No one is on the couch but I hear a small singing noise from the kitchen; I go closer and it’s definitely Gee. I listen to what he’s singing...

If you're lost you can look and you will find me
Time after time
If you fall I will catch you I'll be waiting
Time after time

“Are you singing Cyndi Lauper?” I question walking into the kitchen; He jumps up and quickly turns around holding his chest.

“Holy shit Frank you scared me…yes I’m in the 80’s mood” he says with a smile.

“You have a real nice voice” I tell him, he blushes and looks to the coffee he’s making.

"So anyway...Why was I on your bed and not the couch?" I ask him leaning on the counter. While he is reaching for the mugs he smiles again.

"You didn't call dibs on the couch this time" he answers pulling them down. I just sigh

"I didn't think I needed to. It's your bed!" I object.

"Yes it's my bed, so I can choose who sleeps in it" he snaps back. I throw my hands up in defeat and he gives a cheesy grin, I stick my tongue out and he quickly walks over till he is right in front of me.

“You watch who you stick that tongue out to!” he says smiling.

“Or what?” I challenge, but I already have a feeling what he’s going to do

“Or this” he leans forward and lightly presses his lips against mine. If he did this a couple days ago I would have been so nervous but it seems like I can be near him and do anything. He makes me feel important and technically he is the only one that cares for me. I wrap my hands in his hands in his long dark hair and he smiles. After a couple moments he licks my lower lip and I let out a gasp, He quickly pulls away,

“Are we going to fast?” he asks worried.

“NO”, I practically shout “It’s...you know…I never done that” I say lamely. He smiles and nods. I don’t think we’re going too fast; Well since I never had a relationship I’m not entirely sure how long stuff is supposed to last but it feels right so I’m okay with it.

“It’s okay, soon I can teach you…I think someone is coming down the stairs anyway” He gives me another quick peck before heading back to the coffee machine. As if on cue I hear footsteps coming down the stairs and within seconds Mikey comes into the kitchen. He is still in his pajamas and I realize Gerard is too… Well of course he is, you slept in his room.

“Hey you guys” Mikey mumbles obviously still half asleep.

Hey Mikey, Sleep well?” I ask, he nods and yawns. Gerard hands Mikey a cup of coffee and then me, we both give a thanks as he sips on his own.

“Did dad go to work already?” Gerard asks.

“Ya, I think I heard him leave about an hour ago.” Mikey replies, Gerard nods

“Is mom still asleep?” Mikey nods again and Gee groans “I’m hungry and we can’t cook!”

“I can cook” I say, they both quickly look at me.

“You can?” Gerard questions

“Ya, I basically live by myself so I had to learn to cook.” They both have a surprised expression.

“What can you cook?” Mikey asks

“Well what do you have?” I respond shrugging my shoulders

“CAN YOU MAKE PANCAKES?” Gerard yells out. Mikey groans

“He is in love with pancakes” Mikey informs me, I give a small smile.

“Yes I can. Where’s the mix?” Gee points to the cupboard behind me and I grab it and head to the stove. I see the cupboard full of pans and luckily the pan I need is right in the front. Mikey walks into the living room turning on the T.V while Gerard watches me make them. He seems very intrigued just watching flip the pancakes over without them getting burned. After a bit I finish making them and plop a whole stack on the table.

“Pancakes are done” I say sticking my head out the kitchen door. Mikey gets up and walks towards the kitchen. When he sees the pancakes he’s in shock

“There not burned?” Mikey asks

“Umm no?” I say confused.

“Me and Gee always burn them...How did you?” I just shrug my shoulders. Mikey and Gerard smile as they sit down grabbing two pancakes and smothering them in syrup. Gerard takes a bite and his eyes go wide. He quickly chews and takes a drink before turning to me.

“These. Are. AWESOME” Mikey gives a hum in agreement and I can’t help but grin. I then grab my own plate, taking two and begin to eat with them. We casually talk about school, friends and other random things when in the middle of eating we hear footsteps come down the stairs.

“I’m sorry I woke up late, who’s hungry?” She looks to us sitting at the table and her face is really surprised. “Who-“

“Frank made them” Gerard says taking another bite

“There’s a couple for you if you want some?” I tell her gesturing towards the plate of food.

“You made these?” I give a nod and she grins “I don’t know what to say. Thank you Frank so much!” She comes and sits down at the table and grabs some food. Like Gerard she takes a bite and her eyes go wide.

“Did your mother show you how to make them?” she asks, I shake my head.

“No, I just read the instructions off the box and taught myself.” She slowly nods her head processing this before she takes another bite; we again talk about random nonsense. After were all done I collect the plates and turn on the water to the sink.

“DON’T YOU DARE WASH THOSE DISHES” Yells Gerard’s mother. I quickly step back and she stands up “You fed my boys; the least I can do is clean up. Now you go watch T.V.” I nod and turn towards where Gee is standing. He smiles and I walk over.

“I’m not allowed to do dishes” I tell him casually.

“Well of course not, you made food” he jokes. I smile at him and he grins back. We walk into the living room and see Mikey going upstairs; we sit at the couch watching T.V. I’ve been thinking about this all day and I finally have enough guts to ask it. I mean this is at least big deal for me and I’m hoping it will go well.

“So …Gee?”

“Yes Frankie?” I smile at the name.

“Umm…You wouldn’t mind…If I called you my boyfriend right?” he smiles

“I would be offended if you didn’t” I let out a sigh of relief and rest my head on his chest. He just laughs.

“So anything you want to do today?” I ask raising my head.

“I want to stay here with you, watch T.V and cuddle” he wraps his arm around my waist and pulls me closer. I giggle and comply leaning my head back on his chest. After a bit Gee’s mother comes out and smiles.

“Okay I’m going to head to the store and get some things, do you guys need anything?” We both shake our heads “Okay, I’ll be back soon” She grabs her purse and her keys then heads out the door.

“So the only day my parents don’t work is tomorrow so that’s there “Bonding” time” I tell him air quoting bonding.

Okay, Why the quotes?”

“That’s there sleeping till the afternoon then make me dinner and ask how school was before going back to sleep day. If it wasn’t for Sunday they would have probably forgot they had a son.” I tell him casually. His face drops.

“How long have they been doing this?” he asks

“Let’s see, they did it when I first started high school at the old place. So about 3 years.” Gerard pulls me closer.

“I’m sorry” he whispers, I quickly look at him.

“There’s nothing to be sorry for. It’s normal for me”

“That’s the thing, it shouldn’t be normal. Parents are supposed to be there every day and be there for you” he explains.

“Well life chose differently” I whisper, He sighs and pulls me even closer to where I am almost squished.

“So that does mean I have to go back home tonight” I remind him, He groans.

“Don’t leave me here” he whines. I smile; he doesn’t want me to leave? That’s a first; No one ever said that to me.

“Not right now, but soon” I take out my phone it says 1:05 PM I still have a long time till they come home.

“What hours do your parents work?” Gerard asks

“They leave around 6 AM then get back around 11:00 PM but by that time I’m already asleep” I explain to him; He nods and leans his head back,

“What time did you want to go?” he asks, I think for a moment; they don’t come home till really late so for a while longer.

“Is around 7:00 PM okay?”

“Nope to early…We can go at 8” I giggle and nod. We turn back to the T.V for a couple moments before Gerard suddenly sits up and turns to me, His face really serious.

“Frank I want to talk to you about…umm…Aaron.” I tense up a little at the name but slowly nod. “You said he sent you to the hospital. What did he do?” I give a short sigh and look at my hands.

“The first time he just broke my nose but the second I was in the hall and he came up behind me and grabbed me by the hair… Then he repeatedly smashed my face into the locker. I had 8 stitches” I moved my hairline from the top of my forehead to show him a faded scar that was left. He leaned in and looked at it before gives it a quick kiss; I give a slight smile and look up to him, his face looks sad.

“This went on for 3 years?” he asks

“Technically for two, he didn’t even know about me till I accidently ran into him in the hallway. Then beatings the days followed. The first year was just names”

I explain slowly; not that I didn’t want to talk about it but I just really want to forget about that stuff but with that dream it’s been hard lately. He nods and wraps his arms around me once again.

“Hopefully this will stop.” He whispers.

“Ya, hopefully” I mumble back

After I hang around Gee’s house for awhile his mom makes us sandwiches and we hang on the couch the whole day. When his father comes home he joins us, Of course I felt a little awkward being so close to Gee while he was there so I moved just an inch away; Gerard seemed to know what I was doing so he let me. It was now 7:45 and I turned to Gee.

“I think it’s time I go back home” Gerard looks sad again.

“Do you have to?” Gerard whines, I see from the corner of my eye that Gerard’s mother is smiling at us.

“Yes Gerard, You will see me at school tomorrow” he sighs and stands up.

“Fine but I’m walking you home” I nod and stand up with him, I turn to Gerard’s mother who also stood up.

“Thank you so much for letting me stay over Mrs. W- Donna” I correct myself; She just smiles and pulls me in for a quick hug.

“It was no problem and your welcome over whenever you want” she reminds me, I nod and we head out the door. As soon as we’re out Gerard interlocks our hands and we start walking down the street.

“So you ready for school tomorrow?” I ask him.

“As long as your there” he coos, I can feel myself blush. We arrive at my porch and I look up to Gerard who is smiling; I smile back.

“Thank you again for the wonderful date…and letting me stay over” I tell him.

“My pleasure and you could stay over as many times as you want” he says with a laugh, I giggle and squeeze his hand. He pulls me closer and my smile turns into a grin. He slowly leans over lightly placing his lips on mine; I give in and lean closer. It feels like forever and I’m about to pull away when I hear a yell.

“FRANK IERO WHAT ARE YOU DOING?” I quickly spin around and it’s my fucking mother.

Notes

I think I crammed to much into one chapter, What do you guys think??
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