I Believe We're the Enemy

Gerard’s body slammed against the ground. He groaned, his face buried into the grass, taking in the scent of dirt. Frank watched from aside, being held back by Duke. Ryan leaned down by Gerard’s side. He buried his hand into Gerard’s matted black hair, his hand grabbed a handful of Gee’s hair and pulled back, “You think this is a joke?”
The four were away from the school, in an abandoned park near the freeway. Gerard smiled, his bloody teeth exposed. He was smiling through the pain of his burning scalp, the small slash on his forehead, and the burning sensation of the beat down. Frank had been watching Ryan beat up Gerard for the last 10 minutes. Gerard was using every ounce of his strength to beat Ryan-but all he did was provoke Ryan.
Frank looked at Gerard and begged, “Please, Gerard, just apologize.”
Gerard frowned at Frank. He spat out blood, “I’m not weak.” The words pierced through Frank’s heart. Duke and Ryan hadn’t laid a finger on Frank because Frank apologized-is Gerard calling him weak? Frank muttered, “You don’t mean that…” as if Gerard had instead said, “You’re weak.”
Gerard realised what he had said and before he could take it back, Duke asked Ryan, “Why do we need an apology? Can’t they just apologize to Rogen?”
“Rogen doesn’t want to see these two…” Ryan’s voice lowered but Gerard had heard him say, “He doesn’t even want to see me.” Ryan’s eyes were full of sadness for a second, until he met Gerard’s gaze. There was a silent moment until Ryan released Gerard roughly, “Rogen is isolating himself ever since your scheme, Gerard. Whatever Frank said to Rogen damaged him beyond repair.” Ryan’s voice didn’t sound as threatening as before. He pushed his hair back before fixing his eyes on Gerard again, “You better do something about it or we’ll be meeting again soon.”
Gerard struggled to get up, his body was in intense pain. He gave a weak smile, “You can count on me, kiddo.” Gerard’s smile immediately faded when his head began throbbing. He fell to his knees, making Frank worried. Frank pushed away Duke and ran over by Gerard’s side. He rested Gerard’s head on his chest, “Just relax for a bit, kay?” Frank brushed his hand though Gerard’s hair. Gerard looked up at Frank. His hazel eyes were lighting up. He slurred, “I think imma pass out, kid.” Gerard’s eyelids became heavy, but Frank slapped his cheek lightly, “No, no, not yet. I need to get you somewhere where there’s a bed. You can’t pass out here.”
Ryan and Duke looked at each other but the two decided to walk away, leaving behind Frank and Gerard.
Frank shouted at them, “What the hell? You’re the one who beat the shit out of him! Take responsibility!"
Ryan ignored Frank as he walked away with Duke by his side. They were up ahead, but they can still hear the cursing from Frank. Duke asked Ryan, “Shouldn't we help?”
Ryan muttered as they approached the car, “He deserves it. They both do.” Ryan sat in the driver’s seat. He turned on the ignition but his eyes set on Frank cradling Gerard’s head. He wouldn't admit it, but there was hesitation when it came to leaving.
But he did.
Frank looked at Gerard, “Don’t sleep yet, babe.”
Gerard smiled very weakly, “I hate the ending myself, kid...but it started with an alright scene.”
Frank frowned, “What? No, don’t say that. You’re not dying…”
“Feels like it.” Gerard’s eyes darkened, “Heaven help us now…”
Frank reached inside his pocket quickly. He cursed, “Shit! I don’t have my phone.” Frank paused but then begun to search in Gerard’s jeans. He pulled out a flip phone that was damaged from the beating. Frank prayed, “Please work,” He flipped it open and dialed in his mom’s number. It rung a few times before his mom had picked up, “Hello?” Her voice asked.
Frank gave a sigh of relief as he explained what had happened. His mom immediately panicked, “I’m on my way, baby!” she hung up.
Frank looked at Gerard, “You hear that? She’s on her way.” He smiled, “You’re gonna be okay.”
“D-do I have to go to a hospital?”“Most likely, why?”
Gerard smirked, blood dripped out of his mouth, “I fucking terrified of needles.”

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