It's been a long time since I wrote a story, most of them are written in another platform. And I am solely focused in writing Essays and debates. I want to give my love to MindyMN in helping me and cheering me on this. Thank you so much! Because of you, my passion for writing returned once again. And check out her Second Looks story! It is very beautiful!
Just to be clear, this is an alternate Universe. Barry is still a teenager here. Oliver, is the arrow. And there is a little bit of age gap between the two. You can also check more of the tags on the other platform where this story is also published.
Just a reminder, there are OC and OOCs in my story. There will be Glee characters that might appear in the future.
Enjoy!
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June 14, 2011
Dear Mom and Dad,
Hello! How are you? What have you've been up to in the heavens? Is it cool in there? Do you sing and dance with the Angels? I have heard and read that, they love to sing in the heavens. I hope you do too. I always remember when we used to watch "I am singing in the rain", when I was 11. It makes me happy and makes me forget all the sadness and pain.
Mom, Dad...I am so sorry if I haven't written sooner. A lot of things happened. It was like 5 days ago was my Graduation Day in Dalton as a Senior High School. I should be happy, because I am the batch Valedictorian and also I got the award as the best Warbler Captain of the year. But...I don't feel any happiness. I felt sadness and Pain.
I know that you are aware of the change of my name right? As Sebastian Garrick Smythe. But I know you also understand why I have to. Because, of my second parents - Antoine and Lilian Smythe. They were really nice and I love them so much as much as I love you both, please don't feel jealous, okay? And Mom, I am glad that you have a cousin like Mama Lilian. You know Mama Lilian and Papa Antoine, is so very patient with me during my first year of staying with them. I am so glad of the kindness of their heart. Because they know I am still grieving….missing you both so much.
Mom, I am glad that Mama Lilian is as loving as you.
Dad, I am glad that Papa Antoine is as strong, brave and full of wisdom like you.
Bianca, also loved me as her older brother. And I love her too, as my younger Sister.(I even mastered the art of Sign Language to communicate with her, I love it). And I helped Mama and Papa take care of her. I love her so so much.
But I guess these 5 wonderful years, will just be a part of memory.
Again...
I am all alone...
Am I not really that lucky to have a family?
Sometimes I question...
Why?
Don't I deserve to be happy again?
I lost both of you 5 years ago and still, the person who did this is still out there...
Mom….Dad….what should I do? Here I am suffering from the Flu….I should be with them….I should have met you sooner. But I guess Death hates me…..
I feel so alone….
I can't take this….
Love and missing you so much,
Your beautiful Boy Barry
June 9, 2011
"Good Morning dear parents, families, faculty members, trustees, and to Dalton Academy's Batch of 2011. I am Edward Colins and as the Headmaster of this Academy. I am here to introduce to you our Class Valedictorian of 2011 - Smythe, is the son of Smythe and Lady Lilian Garrick-Smythe. He is also awarded this year's Best Warbler Captain and Lacrosse Captain, he was also awarded for his exemplary performance in Science, Math and Technology by Harvard University and also by our current President of the United States. He is also the youngest student, on batch 2011 graduating at the age of 16. Ladies and gentlemen, let us give a warm round of applause to our Class Valedictorian Garrick Smythe".
Everyone, who is currently in attendance at the Senior High School Graduation gave their warm round of applause, as Dalton's Batch 2011 Valedictorian stood in all his glory on the stage. With a big grin on his face, bright green eyes shining with so much proud, love and joy. There were also shouts that can be heard from the background "That's our Captain! We live while were young! We love you Seb!" as the Warbler's cheered with glee. 'I love you too guys! ' as Sebastian mouthed them a response from afar, with his cheeky grin and wink, accompanied by a playful thumbs up.
As Sebastian stood on the podium, silence covered the whole auditorium. And now he begins his speech.
"To Dalton's Headmaster Colins, parents, family, fellow graduates, my Lacrosse Team and of course the Warblers, today is our special day! But before I started my speech as your Valedictorian, is it okay if I use Signed Language while delivering my speech?". Sebastian, looked at everyone at the auditorium asking for their permission and when he looked at his Headmaster, he was given a Nod as approval. And he continued his speech.
"I guess I was given an approval then. Thank you! Okay Bianca, you can understand Big Brothers long speech now!" everyone laughs at his tone of enthusiasm. And Bianca smiled and made a sign language of 'I love you Big Bro and Thank you' from afar and Sebastian gave her a grin and a big thumbs up.
"First, I am very thankful to our Alma Mater Dalton Academy, for helping us nurture our personality and gift for these past 3 years. I would like to thank our teachers and the administration for giving us a High Standard of Education, in which we can apply this on our daily lives and can benefit us on our future careers.
Let us also give our deep gratitude to our Families. They are our pillars, our strengths, they support us through our ups and downs. Mama, Papa and to my beloved little sister Bianca. I would never be here without you. And a special mention to my extended family Joe West, who is also like a Father to me and my best friend Iris, who is like an older sister to me. Thank you so much for putting up with me this past few years. I cannot do this without you too.
Finally, let us be thankful for each other. The friendship we have made these past few years will last for a lifetime. To the Warblers, thank you for putting up with me. And to the Lacrosse team, I know that I have been strict with you, but I love you guys and I appreciate everything that we have done together. This will be forever embedded in my mind and in my heart, but I know this is not the end, this is only the beginning. I know that we might have our separate ways, but we will still support and encourage each other even from afar.
Now, people have asked me if I have a hero in my life. Who is my inspiration in all of this besides my family, why am I fighting so hard to accomplish my every goal. You may laugh at it, but my hero is someone that everyone disapproves of. I know some of you know him as the Vigilante, Hood or even Arrow. But at the end of the day, he saves people from danger. Although his methods are not something we are approved of, I believe my Hero has his own reasons. And I think I am thankful for him being the Guardian Angel of his City.
To my Hero, you might think that you have darkness in your heart, but you don't because there is a light within you and humanity. This also applies to all of us. We are heroes in our own different ways. We can make a difference, inspire others as long as we are dedicated, and committed to achieving our goals.
As I now end my speech, when we leave here today, celebrate what you have accomplished and look forward to a new and exciting adventure! As they say in French À la prochaine! Or in English Til we meet again!
Cheers and Congratulations Class of 2011!"
After Sebastian's heartwarming speech, everyone in the Auditorium gave him a standing ovation.
The Graduation Day ended up very nice and very memorable to everyone. They took pictures with their friends, teachers, you will also see everyone hugging each other, crying too, since they will part ways. Sebastian ran towards his family giving them a tight and warm hug. "I give my Family a Bear hug! Come on Joe and Iris! You belong to my Bear Hug too!" They all hugged and laughed at each other.
As everyone makes their way to the limo, Antoine ruffles his son's hair to show how proud he is of Sebastian's achievements.
"Now, our Big Boy deserves a surprise!" Antoine, gives his son a tap on his shoulders.
"Really, Papa? New car? Motorcycle?" Sebastian, gives his Father a hopeful puppy look.
"Not in your dreams, young man! You are still 16 and no cars and motorcycles for you." Lilian, gives both Father and Son a glare. "And you Antoine, stop spoiling your children".
"Fine, fine. Blame Joe too he is spoiling our Sebby too. Look, he will give him a gun. How's that sound Joe?". Antoine gives Joe a pleading look just to agree with him.
"Well, I really want to give Bear a gun." Joe laughs and agrees. "No Dad! You don't!? You gave me my own gun when I turned 18. So, unfair" Iris pouts and gives a disapproving look to her Dad. "Oh, Baby I was just kidding. Don't worry Lilian, I won't give Bear his own gun until he turns 18. Deal?" Joe gave Lilian a warm smile.
"Deal Joe" and both of them shakes hand.
Everyone laughed at the Gun topic as a gift for Sebastian.
After the laughter died down. Antoine, brought up again, his surprise for Sebastian. "Well son, this is our surprise for you". He handed a sealed white envelope, when Sebastian opened it, he was stunned at what he read. "Seriously? A trip to Caribbean Islands? This is so cool! Thank you so much!". Sebastian almost jumps in Glee inside the car much to everyone's delight, even Bianca clapped her hands seeing her Big Brother in so much Joy. "Wow! I envy you Bear! When is the trip?" Iris asked.
"The trip will be on June 12, we will be spending 2 weeks vacation there." Lilian, answered enthusiastically. "Sebby, deserves it after all, you know, having a full scholarship grant. And studying at an Ivy League School with a double major. Any parent will be so proud of that." Lilian, proudly says and warmly hold his son's hand.
Both Joe and Iris, look at Sebastian with so much love, pride and joy. They are so happy on what is happening to Barry's life, he deserves happiness after the tragedy that had traumatized the boy 5 years ago. They don't want Barry to experience such loss again, they want him to smile and be truly happy again, for good. Barry is happy living as Sebastian Smythe, that is all what matters to them now.
After the family dinner celebration, both Joe and Iris returned to Central City promising Sebastian, that they will visit again. "You will always be Barry to us. I love you Bear. Don't change" as Iris gave Barry a tight hug. "Of course, I will always be Barry Allen to you and Joe. I love you both." Joe's heart warmed upon seeing Barry and Iris interaction, he gave Barry a kiss on the temple and a side hug "I am so proud of you son".
June 12, 2011
The day has arrived for the Smythe family to go to their Caribbean Island trip. Unfortunately, Sebastian got a flu. So, he was forced to stay at home. The next thing he did was he opened his laptop and sent an email to Iris out of boredom.
Date: June 12, 2011 - 10:10 am
Title: I am dying
Dear Iris,
I so hate myself right now, of all the days of getting a damn Flu. Why now? Today, is our trip on the Caribbean Island and I am looking forward to it and now. Errrr…...please Flu go away! I hate you. I am left behind…..so unfair. They will leave in an hour and here I am brooding, sneezing, coughing and I have to deal with a tasteless cabbage soup. Oh, don't get me wrong. I love Adriana's cooking! I just can't taste anything right now. Can I have Joe's pasta? My tastebuds might activate, once I ate Joe's pasta.
But Mama said, I can catch up with them in 3 days. I just have to follow Doctor's orders. So, here I am writing to you. I feel so damn bored Iris. Please entertain me, will you?
And 3 days!? Still it is a huge difference. I can already do a lot of things in those 3 days.
I can't give Bianca my sweet kisses. Am I too much of a doting Big Brother?
With Flu Hatred,
Barry also known as Sebastian from the Little Mermaid
Date: June 12, 2011 - 12:05 pm
Re: Title: I am dying
Hello Bear!
Oh, I am so sorry to hear that you have a flu! I am imagining you now, you are surrounded by thick blankets and you look like a Baby! How cute! Okay, I will not make fun of you now. Just follow Doctor's orders and you'll be fine, you will be good as new after 3 days. And come on, you still have like 11 days to enjoy the islands. Think about this, island or no island. So, don't complain Barry. I envy you a lot, you know.
So, since you want to be entertained. I have a secret to tell you and you have to promise me not to tell Dad okay? He is going to kill me for this. Do you remember Detective Pretty Boy? Dad's new detective partner in CCPD? You said he is hot. Boy, you got some taste. Guess what? He asked me out on a date in Jitters and I said YES. Don't be jealous Barryyyy!
I love you with all my heart! And don't worry too much on being a doting brother it is so cute, I am sure Bianca wouldn't mind.
And drink lots of water and eat lots of food, and take your medicine!
Giving you with so much entertainment,
Iris soon to be Detective Pretty Girl
Date: June 12, 2011 - 7:04 pm
Re: re: Title: I am dying
Dear Traitor,
Yes, I am calling you traitor now. Because, you will have a date with Detective Pretty Boy, I should be the one in your shoes. I hate you now Iris. This is not entertainment, this is torture. And take note please? I was the one who called him "Detective Pretty Boy" first, what was his name again? And Joe will surely kill you. HA HA HA! BANG!
And now I decided that I will just go back to sleep and I will prepare myself to brood all day tomorrow.
Thank you so much for your uncool entertainment.
With so much Jealousy,
Barry also known as Sebastian from the Little Mermaid, but will soon morph into Ursula
As Iris read Barry's Email to her, she laughed so hard that Joe heard it from the living room. "Baby! Is everything okay? Come down now, dinner is ready." Joe shouted from the living room. "I am okay Dad! Coming! I was just reading Barry's Email. It is so funny!" As Iris descends from the stairs, she almost fell to it, because she can't stop laughing. Joe asked what's on the Email between the two. Iris, did not mention the whole conversation but she did informed her Dad about Barry's Flu and his delayed travel to the Caribbean Islands. Joe felt bad for Barry and he asked Iris if they can call him. But Iris told her Dad that Barry is already sleeping by now.
After a delicious meal, which consists of Grandma Esther's special pasta. Iris and Joe, sat on the couch talking about random things, while watching news on TV. Suddenly, a flash report was soon shown on the Screen.
Star Flight Number PY679, crashes near the coast of Puerto Rico authorities are currently searching for any survivors .
"Oh my God! Dad….that is the flight of Barry's parents...oh my gosh…..Barry…" Iris cries on her Dad's shoulders. "We need to go to Ohio Iris, Barry needs us". The two immediately packed their belongings to go to Barry.
The next day, Iris and Joe arrived at the Smythe household.
"Good Morning and Miss Iris, what brings you here?" Luca, the Smythe family's butler greeted the two.
"Good Morning Luca, where is Sebastian?" Joe, inquired.
"Young Master is still in his bedroom resting, you can go to his room, I will prepare a nice lunch to the three of you." Luca, guides them to Barry's room and soon makes his leave to give them some privacy.
As Joe and Iris entered Barry's room, they heard muffled sobs under the comforters.
"Bear?" Iris moves to Barry's bed. "Bear? Me and Dad are here." Iris gave his dad a worried look and he is almost crying too.
"Son? We are here, can we…." as Joe removes the comforter, their heart shattered on what they saw. It was like the 11 year old Barry again, broken...lost….empty….
"Joe? Iris? Why? I can't….please...I saw it on the news…..this can't be real...please tell me…..this is a nightmare? Isn't it?" Barry tried to control his emotions, but he can't anymore. He hugged both Joe and Iris and cried his heart out.
June 14, 2011
Everything happened in a blur, Joe and Iris helped in asking for updates about the plane crash. Barry, is still suffering from his Flu and grieving silently from the loss of his second family alone in his room.
It was in the afternoon that Joe received the devastating news. Antoine, Lilian and Bianca's Body were identified and they were badly burned due to crash. He has to informed Barry on what had happened.
June 19, 2011
Dear Papa, Mama and Bianca,
Hello. How are you? Have you guys met Mom and Dad there? Is it painful? I mean….I guess you didn't felt any pain. When the plane crashed. I am so silly to ask this.
Here I am sitting in front of you, but this isn't you. You are not a Gravestone. I am so sorry if I can't look at you in those caskets. I want my memory of what you looked like, when you were still alive. The last thing I remember was how Grumpy Papa's face is, despite his almost Santa Claus beard I could still see his shining Blue-green eyes, his wrinkles, his deep voice and his laugh. I can still remember Mama's elegant beauty, you remind me of Mom. Kind green eyes, those soft red hair, beautiful singing voice, sometimes I thought that my Mama is Nicole Kidman but with green eyes though. I miss my little sister, she is an epitome of simplicity despite her young age. Bianca, you remind me of Goldilocks sometimes. We just have to find your three Bears.
I miss the three of you so much…..
Here I am sitting in front of you, but this isn't you….
Crying my heart out…
Soaking in the rain….
I loathe that Flu so much….I should be with you...
Sometimes, I think if I just jump somewhere to join you….but I know you will just kicked me out in there...
But I'm scared…
I don't know what to do…..
Please tell me….
I miss you so much…..
I am all alone….
I feel so empty
Again...
Missing you so badly,
Your Sebastian