It Happened In A Flash
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Tom Kaulitz grinned wide, his eyes scanning the road before him. The four of them, Georg, Gustav, Bill and he, were driving down the road to the beach. They had a few days to themselves, and Tom had a new car. Tom glanced in his rearview mirror, before turning in his seat to quickly smack Bill for saying something stupid. It was only a glance, his attention was gone for only a moment, but thats all it took. Tom slammed his foot down on the brakes, a second too late to stop the large vehicle from careening into the large semi truck in front of them. Tom had only a second to consider what was happening, before his entire world went black.
Tom frowned slightly, his eyes still not open. He could hear the sounds of people moving around him, and he thought he may be in a bed. Tom opened his eyes slowly, taking in the scene before him. He realized he was in a hospital room, and then he realized he was alone. What am I hearing, then? He glanced over at the door, which he discovered had been left open. Tom groaned. He was sore, he had a headache, and he wasnt entirely sure what he was doing in a hospital bed.
And then Tom remembered. He remembered the crash, remembered yelling for at his friends, and then remembered immense pain and much loud noise. Tom sat up and swung his legs around, placing his bare feet on the cold tile floor. Damnit, havent they ever heard of carpet? Tom thought angrily. He shivered and stood up, walking carefully over to the open door. He peeked out cautiously, before sneaking quietly along the hall. He wondered where Bill and the others were. Tom nearly jumped when someone behind him yelled his name. He turned to see Georg and Gustav running towards him down the narrow hall. Tom smiled.
Tom! Youre up? Gustav asked, grinning. Tom nodded, looking them over. A few cuts and bruises, but they seemed alright. They hadnt been hospitalized, after all, so he figured they mustve been better off than him.
Where.. wheres Bill? Tom asked. Both boys faces dropped slightly, and Tom panicked. He, hes alright, isnt he? Georg quickly reached a hand out to calm him.
Dont worry, Bills fine. Hes here. He just.. Georg trailed off, looking at Gustav. Here, lets go see him. Georg squeezed Toms shoulder reassuringly, and started off down the hall. Tom looked at Gustav, who shrugged, and they followed after Georg. They came to a room near the end of the hall, and Georg carefully pushed the door open, peering in. Go on. Tom nodded and stepped into the room, the door closing behind him.
Tom looked around the room, his eyes finally resting on Bill. Bills eyes were closed, seemed to be okay, just.. asleep. Tom quickly walked over to him and sat down carefully on the edge of the bed. Bill shifted in his sleep, and opened his eyes.
Bill. Tom couldnt help but smile, his little brother was okay. No, Bill was more than that. Bill was his whole life, his lover. Tom pulled Bill close to him in a tight hug, but Bill resisted. Tom pulled back, confused. Billa?
Whore you? Bill glared at him, pulling out of his embrace. Tom nearly choked.
I.. who am I? Tom laughed nervously, but Bill just stared at him. You.. are you serious? Bill huffed.
I dont know who you think you are, but I dont appreciate your attitude. Now I will request that you kindly leave. Bill crossed his arms in front of his chest. Tom thought he may have just died a little on the inside, his little brother didnt know who he was.
But, Bill! I.. we.. I mean.. Tom didnt know what to say. He turned as he heard the door open, and a tall doctor walked into the room. He was looking down at a clipboard in his hand, but stopped when he looked up and saw Tom.
Ah, Mr. Kaulitz. The doctor nodded at Tom. May I have a word with you? Tom nodded blankly, getting up and walking over to the man. Bill seemed to have lost interest in them, having turned on the television. Tom recognized the music as the opening theme for Spongebob. He smiled as Bill giggled happily at the sponge on the screen. The doctor gestured towards the door, and Tom stepped outside, followed closely by the doctor.
Whats wrong, why doesnt my little brother remember me? Tom asked, hoping the doctor could make it better, make Bill remember. The tall man sighed, looking away for a moment.
During the impact of the crash, your brother suffered severe trauma to his head. We believe this has caused a form of Retrograde Traumatic amnesia, causing him to lose all memory of the time before he woke up here this morning. Tom stared at the doctor blankly. Retro what? The doctor smiled, seeming to understand.
Basically, Mr. Kaulitz, Bill was hit fairly hard during the impact, causing a case of amnesia. Now, whether its going to be permanent or not.. The doctor trailed off, hoping Tom would understand. Toms head swam, and he thought he might faint. His brother didnt remember anything, and may never remember, and it was entirely Toms fault. Tom staggered over to a chair, and sat down quickly. The doctor sat down next to him, and spoke softly.
Now, this may be only temporary. Sometime today or tomorrow, Bill will be up to leaving. I suggest you take him around to places you go often. It may trigger something. But, be careful. Dont press him, it may only make it worse. The doctor smiled and nodded, getting up and walking away. Tom was awestruck. It imay/i only be temporary.. May? Tom couldnt believe it. With no memory of the last several years, hell, of their whole lives, how would Bill handle all the screaming fangirls? How would he cope with the press, and being watched constantly? It was hard enough to deal with when you knew what the hell was going on.
Tom sighed and got up, walking back down the hall to his room. Technically, the doctor hadnt told him he could go home, and Tom was tired. He climbed back into the small bed and curled up in a ball. He hoped tomorrow would come quickly.
Come on, Bill. Tom grinned at his brother. Bill frowned slightly, but walked over to Tom anyways. They had finally been properly introduced, but Bill still found it hard to believe the other boy was his brother, let alone his twin. Bill trudged down the halls of the hospital next to Tom, confused at some of the looks he was getting. A lot of people seemed to be staring, almost in awe. He fidgeted nervously as the elevator doors closed behind them. Tom noticed he was nervous, and bumped into him playfully. Bill looked over at him, and he smiled.
So, where are we going, exactly? Tom was silent a moment.
Uhm, home. But, Bill? Tom looked at him, concerned. Outside the hospital.. there are probably going to be a lot of people. Bill cocked his head to the side, confused.
Why would there be?
Er, cause youre.. were famous. I just wanted to warn you, there will probably be a lot of screaming girls. The elevator dinged, and the doors slid open. Bill followed Tom out into the main lobby, contemplating. Sure enough, as soon as the stepped out the doors and into the street, they were met by many loud screams. Bill jumped, surprised. He looked around, wide eyed, at the dozens of girls. He decided there had to be at least a hundred, most of which were screaming his name. Bill flinched as Tom put an arm around his shoulders, guiding him through a part in the crowd towards a parked car. There were several large men in suits, holding the screaming girls at bay. A large man opened the door of the car as they approached, smiling down at them.
Thanks, Saki. Saki nodded, and closed the door behind them. Bill gasped for air, realizing he had been holding his breath.
They.. wow. Bill seemed unsure what to say. He looked over at Tom, who was smiling down at him. I.. I really am famous, arent I? Tom snorted.
Yeah, but dont think you get all the attention. He winked. Bill blushed, not sure why. His body seemed to react instinctively, and Bill was confused as to why his brother had made him blush. He looked up at Tom oddly, but Tom had focused his attention at the buildings flashing by outside the window. Bill sighed, leaning back in his seat. He didnt know how much more of this he could take, and he wondered how it would be when they reached their house.