Hi…I guess sorry would be a good place to start (author hides under a rock in order to avoid angry fan fiction readers) I would like to say I have a good excuse, but I don't. I promise though, that my updates will be more frequent. Thanks for understanding. I usually like to personally respond to each review, but I honestly didn't have a chance, so please accept a shout-out to all my faithful reviewers, especially Miss Fenway (the Sox are actually winning!)
It was the afternoon following the accident and the boys lay on the cots that had been provided for them. James, Carlos, and Kendall had stayed up into the late hour of the morning discussing what they had heard. None could believe that Logan didn't know how important he was. Logan was very important to them, but they began to realize they hadn't always shown it. Logan wasn't the kind of person to seek out attention and if he felt insecure and then he wouldn't share it.
The boys knew that some course of action had to be taken. There was no way on Earth that they were going to allow their friend to continue thinking like this. How could they overlook this? If he truly felt this strongly how could they not have noticed? They were supposed to be his best friends. Logan had always been good at hiding his feelings, but how could he keep this covered?
They felt terrible, Logan couldn't count on his father nor his good for nothing mother. He should be able to count on them right-right? In fact, they had made a promise all those years ago when his dad walked out that they'd be there for him, and now what? If Logan didn't think he was important or necessary they obviously hadn't been doing their job. They sat there for a long time. How could they make-up for something this terrible? There was no way Logan deserved it In fact, he of all people deserved to be appreciated. He had always been there for them.
James remembered a particular occasion that represented that statement. He had been hanging out with some new people. He'd got in an argument several days earlier with his friends. They didn't want to hang out with James' new friends because they didn't think they were good people. James had called them losers and hadn't spoken to them since. He and his new group had gone to a party. They hadn't really told him what kind of party it was. When he got there he found out exactly what type of party it was. They were doing things that he knew he just couldn't do. Who hadn't seen the anti-drug service announcement? He tried to lay low but eventually he was scouted out and handed a joint. James knew it was wrong. He just couldn't do it. He told the others and the laughed at him. Once they realized he was serious, they locked him out. James found himself sitting on a sidewalk in the middle of the rain at one in the morning. He pulled out his phone. His parents were definitely sleeping- they couldn't know that he'd snuck out. Neither Carlos nor Kendall could drive. Anyways, they were probably still mad at him because of the argument. Logan could drive but he'd yelled at him as well. James had sighed. Which of his three friends should he call? He'd continue walking, but he had no idea where he was. Logan. Logan was probably the most forgiving and the most understanding of his friends. He gave Logan a call. Without even waiting Logan whispered, "Where are you? I'll be there as soon as I can." James was touched. Logan, who hated getting in trouble, had snuck out to help him. James knew what Logan's mom would do to him if she found out. None of it was pretty, and he was willing to face it so he could pick James up, sneak him into his house, let him use his shower, borrow some dry clothes, and sleep on the couch so he could have the bed as to be able to slyly climb out the window before anybody was awake. He did all this when the last time that the had talked, James had called him a loser. Logan truly was a great friend.
So, how were they going to show it to him? The doctor said Logan could go home at the end of the week. Due to a broken leg and a broken arm, it would probably be best if he used a wheelchair. He'd have to take it easy. The boys knew that in its self would be a challenge. Logan wasn't one for staying still. He was always doing something. When he got bored he'd organize a closet or color code the pantry. He truly had trouble sitting still. That's why every member of the household would dread it when he was sick. They'd have to take turns keeping watch to make sure he wouldn't get up. That meant it'd probably be a while until they could have a party for him or something. This meant that there would be plenty of time to talk.
BTR~BTR~BTR~BTR~
Logan slept through that whole day and the entire night. When he awoke late the next morning, he found his three friends crowded around the small television set watching a recap of last night's playoff game on Sports Center. "I can't believe it! The Bruins were up 3-0 and the Flyers came back!" (I write this as a VERY depressed Bruins fan) "Guys," Kendall whispers as he descretly looks back, "Logan's awake."
The friends immediately all rose and walked to the bedside.
"Good Morning." Logan groans painfully.
"Hey Logie" Carlos whisper quietly.
" How are you feeling?" Kendall asked.
As soon as he asked the question, he could have kicked himself. One look at the boy in the bed, and the answer was obvious. Logan wore a pained expression.
"Here, let me call the doctor." Said Kendall
Logan would normally protest, but with the amount of pain he was in, he just went with it. The doctor injected his IV and he flinched. James held his hand. Eventually, Logan relaxed. It was evident that a great deal of the pain he was experiencing had been relieved. After a long period of silence, Kendall spoke.
"Logan there is something we need to ask you."
Logan looked puzzled. He looked at Carlos and James, who eyes seemed to light with comprehension.
"Do you feel important, like needed?"
"What?"
What kind of question was that thought Logan. He was confused. Why would Kendall have asked something like that? Had he read Logan's journal? Yes, Logan kept a journal. Some may think it girly, but it was what released Logan from the world. He didn't think Kendall would have done that though, while they were best friends, they had respect for each other's privacy. So what caused Kendall to say that?
"You see, while you were sleeping yesterday afternoon, we kinda, sorta, heard…"
So thoughts? I thought it would be fun to do a little James insight, you know explore his character a little. What did you like? What didn't you like? What really bugged you? Please let me know! I'd really appreciate it!
~Kaywells
