The only hope for me is you(On hold)

Gerard always liked Franks house the best.

He always felt the safest there. No matter what.

And that's exactly where they all were. Gerard, Mikey, and Frank all sat down on the couch as they discussed what to order from a nearby pizza place.

Gerard wasn't all that hungry so he just kept quiet. That is until Frank's voice brought him out of his thoughts...

"What about you, Gee?" Frank asked looking at his best friend, Gerard just shrugged slightly causing his brother and friend to frown. "Gerard, You need to eat something." Mikey demanded, Gerard just stayed silent. If he ate, He'd gain weight. If he gained weight, Bob would notice. And if Bob noticed, Gerard would get cussed out and insulted. And he just didn't wanna deal with anything more than what he had to...

"How about a salad?" Frank offered, Gerard scrunched his nose "Pizza place salads are gross" Gerard complained "Well you need to eat something, Gee" His brother stated with a sigh. Gerard nodded knowingly "Just a small cheese pizza, I guess" He whispered, which brought a small smile to Frank and Mikey's faces.

As Frank and Mikey continued to talk, Gerard mindlessly checked his phone. Stiffening when a text from Bob came through.

-Bob<3: I'll be home around five tomorrow.
-Bob<3: I expect a better attitude, and for fucking dinner to be on the table.
-Bob<3: And none of that easy gross boxed noodle shit, Steak, and Baked potatoes. Otherwise, your head will be placed on the grill instead of meat.

Gerard swallowed thickly

-Geetard: Okay... I promise I won't let you down!

"He-Hey M-M-Mikey" Gerard's voice came out smaller then he wanted it to, But caught his brother's attention nonetheless "Yes?" Mikey focused his attention on his brother, the whole room fell silent. Making Gerard feel anxious "I uh... I need uh... T-To" He cut himself off as a hand... Frank's hand, was placed on his leg "To what, Gee? Don't be afraid, it's okay" Frank reassured. Gerard took a big breath, calming himself down. "I need to be home, At noon tomorrow" there was a thick tension in the air after Gerard had spoken "No." Mikey said harshly, causing Gerard's blood to run cold and panic to fill his chest. He cast his eyes down to the floor, "B-Bu-But Mikey..." Gerard squeaked, "But nothing. Come with me..." Mikey ordered, grabbing his older brother my the arm and leading him out back.

"You need to get out of there" Mikey stated, Gerard, shook his head "M-Mikey..." His voice shook "Please, I need to go back tomorrow, I promise. If it happens again I'll let you or F-Fr-Frank know" He lied, Right to his brother's face, he lied.

It was silent for a moment before Mikey sighed "Fine, But if it happens again. I'm telling Frank myself and HE can deal with Bob" Mikey spat before walking back into the house, Gerard following close behind.

"What was that about?" Frank questioned taking a bit out of his slice of pizza.

"Nothing important, Gee will tell you when he's ready, When did the pizza get here?" Mikey dodged Franks question, Gerard couldn't be more grateful. "Oh... Okay, And just after you two went outside" Frank said as he took another bite from his pizza.

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The next day came all too quickly in Gerard's opinion and soon it was time to head back.

Gerard wiped his sweaty palms on his jeans for the tenth time today, And Mikey was starting to take notice "Gee, Listen. If you don't feel safe going back you do not have to" Mikey tried reasoning with his brother. Gerard again only shook his head in response and let his brother continue driving.

"Text me if anything happens." Mikey demanded as he stopped the car "Yeah." Gerard whispered as he started getting out of the car before his brother stopped him again "I mean it. Gerard. Let. Me. Know." Gerard just rolled his eyes and made his way into the house and all the way into the kitchen.

To his dismay, the steaks were still frozen. So he quickly ran to the store and bought a new one. Making his way back to the house he quickly started everything up.

It was now ten minutes til' five and he just finished setting the table. Still visibly shaking he heard the front door open, and close, Gently. Confused he left the kitchen and descended into the living room and sure enough there Bob stood. Huge smile on his face.

"Hey, babe. Dinner smells good!" Bob smiled at his timid boyfriend "I-It's ready, too..." Gerard cringed... He had stuttered. But he was surprised to be met with a soft pair of lips instead of a harsh slap "Can't wait" then into the kitchen Bob went.

Gerard followed nervously behind him. Scratching the palms of his hands in worry, A confused look crossed Bob's face when he saw only one plate "Why didn't you cook for yourself?" He questioned sitting down at the table "Th-The uh.... Other steak was frozen still. I was thinking last minute. And besides Mikey and I went out earlier" Gerard stammered out. Bob just smiled "Oh, Okay then" Bob mumbled through a mouthful of food, His eyes widened and fear struck Gerard right in the chest. Holding his breath he waited for what was to come next "Gerard" Bob said slowly... Shoot. "Yes...?" Gerard's voice shook "This is so fucking good baby" Bob commented "Thank you so much" He continued "Oh, Uh, You're welcome" Gerard smiled back "Go take a break, Love, You have been working all day," Bob said around another mouthful of food

Gerard didn't need to be told twice. He quickly walked into the living room and sat on the couch.

'What has gotten into him' Gerard thought to himself... He was never this nice. He hasn't been this nice since graduation when they moved in together... Gerard was confused, to say the least.

He was brought out of his thoughts when his phone buzzed

-Frnk: Gerard, We need to talk

Oh shit. What did Mikey tell him?

-Gee: About what?

Gerard could feel his heart beat rapidly in his chest.

-Frnk: Mikey, he told me something... When you have a chance meet me at the park.

"Fuck... Mike's what did you tell him" Gerard mumbled to himself. Well. Here goes nothing.

"He-Hey, Babe?" Gerard called from his spot on the couch "Yes?" Bobs chipper voice called back "Is... IS it okay with you that I uh... Meet Frank at the park.. He um he. Needs to talk to me about something" He felt his heart jump to his throat... Waiting on his boyfriend's answer.

"Sure, Just don't be too late. I'll miss you"

Gerard let out a breath he didn't know he was holding and quickly made is way to the door before Bob could change his mind.

-Gee: Just left. Will you be there?
-Frnk: I've been here, Lol.

Gerard shoved his phone back in his pocket and made his way to the park. Anxiety clawing at his chest with each step he took.

What did Mikey say to him?
What was Frank talking about when he said 'Mikey told me some things'
What if Frank gets mad and hits him.

His mind was so full of questions and scenarios that he didn't realize he was already at the park, and he could see Frank sitting by the duck pond.

"He-He-Hey..." Gerard could throw up he was so nervous, Franks' head snapped up and he smiled warmly at his friend "Hey Gee" He patted the spot beside him signaling for Gerard to sit down "S-S-S" Gerard felt his throat closing in, but a soft hand on his back calmed his nerves slightly "W-Wha-What did Mikey, sa-say to you?" Gerard stuttered out, Causing Frank to frown slightly "You need help, Gee" Frank stated...

Gerard knew.

He knew he needed help. But no one could help him. Becuase in order for him to be helped he'd have to rat Bob out and then Bob would kill him. Bob told him very clearly that if Gerard were to ever snitch he'd drown him like the rat he was.

"No, Frankie, I'm fine" Gerard lied. Again. "Gee, Mikey wouldn't lie. I know you're not 'fine' and you need to get out of there before things escalate. He might have said it's only a one-time thing. But Gerard he will do it again. And If he hurts you again. I will not hesitate to beat the crap out of him" Frank explained. Which confused Gerard a little, Becuase this most certainly wasn't a one-time thing. But Gerard wasn't going to say that.

Why? Because clearly, Bob is getting better. He was the happiest he'd ever been when he came home. He didn't smell like alcohol. And he kissed him!

"But, Frankie. He came home and he was so happy today. He was so sweet. And nice, He was sorry I could tell" Gerard smiled like a little kid, Frank only frowned at that "Gerard, You are my best friend. I don't wanna see him hurt you again" Frank tried reasoning, Gerard only shook his head "Frankie, I'll tell you if it happens again." Gerard lied. If he hasnt been telling him all this time. He will not tell him the next time it happens. Because again.

Bob is getting better.

Bob loved him.

Bob has realized his mistakes and is fixing them.

"Promise?" Frank narrowed his eyes at Gerard, "I promise"

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"I'm back" Gerard call into the quiet house "Good, Come cuddle me!" Bob replied, causing Gerard to crunch his eyebrows in confusion... They haven't cuddled since... Well forever.

Shrugging Gerard made his way into the Living room and flopped down on top of Bob Like he used to when they first started dating.

Bob hummed in content "I love you" Bob mumbled into Gerard's hair "I, Uh. I love you too"

Yes. Getting better.

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