Johnny's arrived at his apartment to gather a few things to take with him, some clothes, a couple books, and his laptop. The wind outside had already started to pick up, and the panes in his window were alreadstarting to rattle. Thank God I don't have to sit listening to this all weekend. I fucking hate storms. Knowing he still had to walk back to Johns, he hurried to gather the last few things he needed from the bathroom. Before he walked out he sent a text to John. The conversation made him smile
A whole freaking weekend with John! How is this even happening right now? This is going to be the longest weekend of my life. Not that he was complaining. He just wasn't sure how well he would be able to control himself around John.
He stepped put of his building and was assaulted by rain pelting his face and a strong gust of wind that nearly toppled him over. For a moment, he panicked, thinking he was back home... Remembering the storm. The sight of the tall grey buildings and cars in the street brought him back to reality, though, and he knew he was safe. Chill, Hamilton. You're fine. This is New York City, not the Caribbean. You're fine. Just start moving. Hoping his heart would stop beating so hard, he headed to the apartment, tensing up any time a strong gust of wind hit, but not allowing the fear to overtake him.
After what felt like hours, but was really only a few moments, Alex arrived at the building that Laf and John lived at. He pressed the intercom button, and while he was waiting for the door to unlock, he took a few deep breaths, calming himself down. His hands finally unclenched, and when he got inside, Alex felt somewhat better. He was safe now, and he knew it.
He ascended the stairs and knocked at the door. Much to his surprise it wasn't John who opened it, but a beaming Lafayette, who greeted him with a kiss on either cheek. "Alexander! You are here! " he pulled him inside, and lowered his voice." We musbe quiet for a moment-why are you wet, Alex?"
"I just walked ten blocks through the rain! Why else would I be wet!"
"I didn't realize it was raining already. Come, let's get you changed." He pulled Alex into what he assumed was his own room and sat on the tidy bed, which was covered by a comfy looking colorful comforter " You change, I'll talk. I have a plan... Why are you not changing?" He looked at Alex, who was looking back a him with a bewildered expression.
"Lafayette, I know you are dying to see me strip, but no... Just... No. Turn around."
Lafayette just tolled his eyes. "Fine. There's no reason to be embarrassed, Alex. I've seen plenty of men naked... Ergh!" He had just been hit with Alex's wet shirt, which he had thrown at him. He threw it back at the now giggling Alex, who couldn't see it coming since he was struggling into his clean shirt. Lafayette couldn't help but take in how thin Alexander was; he could see his ribs sticking out, and he knew it wasn't just because Alex was built to be slender. My God, no wonder he can eat so much. When was the last time he had eaten on a regular basis?
"You said plan. What's your plan?" Alexanders voice broke through his inner musings, and Lafayette grinned a him. A mischevious glint in his eyes hiding the worry be felt for his friend.
"John fell asleep, and he knows that's a dangerous thing to do around me. Want to help me make him look pretty for when he wakes up?" Alex laughed.
"He's already pretty, he doesn't need any help on that front. ... But what's your plan?"
Instead of an answer, Lafayette pulled out a white box and opened it with a wide grin. Inside were a bunch of small pots of...glitter. Alex's eyes lit up, and the evil grin that spread over his face was the twins to Lafs. "Yessssssss! Let's do it! Also, why do you have this much glitter?"
"Why do you not have this much glitter. Not only do I look fabulous wearing it, it comes in handy at times like this! Now let's go."
The two quietly walked into the living roo!m, where John was sleeping. He had taken his hair out its bun, and it now framed his face, looking like a dark halo of clouds. His quiet snores made Alex smile, and he just watched him for the breifest of moments. He looks so peaceful and perfect right now... Alex could see Lafayette grinning at him from the corner of his eye, and he flushed a the knowing look.
"He is cute when he sleeps, isn't he?" Laf chuckled quietly and the death glare Alex shot him, and handed him a brush. "Let's get to work, Mon Ami."
What the hell... Why is my nose itching... What is that?! Alex had no idea what was tickling his face, but it was annoying. He opened his eyes, and was startled to see Alex and Lafayette stand in over him, Laf grinning broadly and Alex biting his lip, trying to hold back a giggle. He locked eyes with Alex, and couldn't help but smile a sleepy smile. Two times in two days I've woken up to his face looking at me. I don't think I'll ever get tired of this...wait a second... His eyes narrowed as he realized what the two had been doing, standing over hjim.
"Son of a- MARIE-JOSEPH PAUL YVES ROCH GILBERT DU MOTIER WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO ME!" He scrambled off the couch to find a mirror and was shocked to see the riot of color on his face. He could tell who did which side, because Lafayettes work looked professional, perfectly highlighting his facial structure. Alexanders, on the other hand, looked like it was the work of a teenage girl. There were flowers and swirls, and his entire eye had been turned into a large, glittery turtle. He turned around glared at the two friends, who were rolling on the floor, howling in laughter.
"I hate you both so much right now. I said wake me up when he got here, Laf, not to DECORATE me!" He grabbed a pillow from the couch and started attacking the two with it, which just served to make them laugh even harder.
Behind them, the door to the apartment opened, and Laf started squealing for help. Herc just stood in the doorway, taking his jacket off and making no effort to help. "What happened this ti- oh shit!" He exclaimed when he saw Johns face. He couldn't help but laugh, which just made John pout. "Dude, you should know by now not to fall asleep around Laf during the day!" He managed to choke out. He came over and grabbed Johns hand, yanking him him up. "Come on, picture time!" John groaned, but followed him nonetheless.
Their laughter somewhat under control, Alex and Laf got up and followed the other two, still giggling at random times. Gasping for breath, Alex asked "What's he mean, picture time?"
"Whenever something like this happens, we take a picture for the wall. I'll show you." He dragged Alex to the far side of the kitchen, where there was a wall nearly covered in pictures. Note to self, never fall asleep before any of these lunatics Alex thought to himself as he checked put the pictures. There were a lot of them, and it seemed to be mostly John. There were quite a few of Lafayette, and Alex especially liked the one where it looked like a parrot had exploded above Lafs head. Some pictures had people he didn't recognize, and he only found one of Hercules, but it was quite possibly the funniest thing Alex had ever seen. The large muscular man was dressed in a tiny doll dress, complete with an amazing makeup job on his face. He looked so pretty and girly till you looked down and saw the hairy legs peeking pout from under the skirt of the dress.
Lafayette noticed what he was looking at and laughed. "That was an amazing night. Herc lost a bet, so we made him dress up to go pick up some food and alcohol. I think he enjoyed himself a little too much, because he didn't take the dress off for the rest of the night."
"I didn't take it off because it was stuck on me, asshole." They jumped and turn around to find Herc and John behind them, John looking very disgruntled and Herc grinning. "Where's the camera?"
Laf opened a drawer and pulled out a mini Polaroid camera. "Here Herc, you take the picture. Me and Alex have to be in on this too." He pulled John and Alex to where there was light and they posed, John pouting, Laf with his arms around John's neck and leg thrown across his front, and Alex, on Johns other side, leaned close and acted like he was licking Johns face. It made John crazy, because he could feel how close Alex was, his breath tickling his ear. Damn it all Herc take the damn picture before I lose my mind! He screamed internally, hoping Hercules could see it in his eyes. He wasn't sure it worked, but as soon as the shutter clicked, he sprang away, making Laf lose his balance and fall over.
"Thank god. This crap itches!" He stalked off to the bathroom, leaving the other three behind laughing. Peeking his head out the door before he washed his face he yelled "You better make something good for dinner now Laf!" With that, he slammed the door.
In the kitchen, Herc, Laf and Alex had finally stopped laughing. They all sat down around the counter. "He's right though, we do need to start dinner eventually." Laf sighed. "Alex, you're the guest. You can pick. Whats your favorite meal."
Alex thought about it. This is sad. I literally have no idea what my favorite meal is..."Well, its not my favorite meal, but Chinese sounds really good right now."
"Chinese it is. Herc, you want your usual? I'll order if you set up a movie. Alex, can you go into my room and grab the blue bottle that's in the box of glitter? Johns yelling for something to get it off with, and that will help. And see what he wants, he always changes it up. What would you like?"
"I usually get Hunan beef or General Taos Chicken. Surprise me. I'll eat whatever."
Alex headed down the hallway, and found the bottle where Laf said it would be. He knocked on the door to the bathroom, chuckling at the string of muttered curses that was coming from behind it. John opened the door quickly, his glare softening when he saw who it was. "Thank God. That stuff will get this shit off my face in no time." He snatched it out of Alex's hands and started scrubbing his face with it. Not knowing what to do, Alex just leaned against the door jam, watching John. Slowly the glitter disappeared and his freckles stood out against his skin, scrubbed till it was pink. After about ten minutes John rinsed his face off and turned to Alex. "Is it gone? Please say its gone."
"Almost... There's some just there." Alex stepped close and put his finger to the spot to show John, allowing the backs of his fingers to brush against the line of his jaw, light as a feather. John shivered, and leaned towards Alex, wanting so desperately to touch him, to kiss him, to finally be alone with him... He saw the wide eyed look on Alex's face, and knew he wasn't the only one. The moment was ruined by Hercules walking in.
"Y'all need to hurry up. Did you figure out what you wanted yet, Laurens? You still have glitter on your face, too. He walked out, and John muttered " I hate my roommates. What's he talking about? Are we ordering out?"
"Yeah, Chinese. They sent me in to find out but... I forgot.. I got distracted." He grinned at John, who blushed. "Ok Glitter Boy. Tell me what you want so I can let Laf know. I'm STARVING."
"Ugh I don't care. Surprise me!"
"That could be a dangerous thing to say to me, John." Alex winked and walked out, leaving John to try to get the glitter off.
15 minutes later John had finally gotten all the glitter off, the food had been delivered, and the four were sprawled out in the living room, eating and watching tv. Alex and John had both wound up on opposite sides of the couch, backs against the arm rests and their legs touching in the middle. Lafayette was sitting cross legged in the big chair next to Alexanders side of the couch, his food perched precariously on his lap, and Herc was sitting on the floor in front of the coffee table. They had put on a movie, but Alex was too busy stealing glances of John to really pay attention to it.
How can one person be so perfect? It shouldn't be possible but... He here is, so close I could touch him.I wonder what would happened if I moved next to him... He was trying to figure out a way to cuddle up with him without making it weird when Hercs voice broke through his thoughts.
He was looking at his phone, having noticed it lighting up several times in a row. "Well damn, y'all. It looks like we WILL be getting some of that storm hitting us. Looks like its mostly wind though, so probably won't be too bad."
John felt Alex tense up immediately, and looked at him. Alex had gone pale, his eyes wide and looked like he was about to panic. Shit, shit, SHIT! Of course Herc had to open his mouth and read that out loud. He had already forgotten! What do I do? He sat up and grabbed the food that was still in Alex's hands and thrust it at Hercules, who was looking a little confused. Laf noticed that he was about to say something and shook his head, a silent signal for him not to say anything. John picked up Alex's hand and sat in front of him, trying to get his attention. "Alex. Hey, look at me. You're OK, youre safe in here so there's nothing to worry about." He whispered, rubbing his thumbs in soothing circles across the back of Alex's hand. He smiled a crooked smile when he saw the panic in his eyes diminish. "There you go. Just breathe and relax."
When he was able to breathe somewhat normally again, Alex mumbled " I'm fine John. Don't worry." Damn it! I feel like an idiot now, and of course John and Laf and Herc were here to see it. Oh god, why do I have to freak out over this every single ever loving time...
John snorted, bringing him out of his mental pity party. "No you're not, idiot. Its OK, though. You don't have to be fine all the time. Come here." Without a second thought, John pulled him over to the side of the couch where he had been sitting and threw his arm around him. Alex stiffened for a moment, and then relaxed and scooted in closer, laying his head on John's shoulder. He closed his eyes, taking in a deep steadying breath, fighting to push away the fear that still lingered. He knew it was an irrational fear, that he was safe, but it still took a while before he was finally able to calm down completely. Eventually, though, he was able to calm down enough to truely enjoy being wrapped in Johns arms.
He smiled as he breathed in John's scent, a fresh scent that he couldn't really described, but that reminded him of the fresh country air he had smelt on the rare occasions he had left the village back home, and a faint smell of coffee and baked goods. It was absolute bliss, and soon Alex had dozed off, but not before noticing that John's arms had tightened around him and his head was touching his. He fell asleep with a content smile on his face, forgetting, for the moment at least, about the storm the was brewing outside.
Alex awoke several hours later to ... Something. He didn't know what it was. He looked around, yawning as he tried to figure out how he had woken up at John and Lafs apartment... And cuddled up with JOHN! I don't even want to figure this one out. He snuggled in closer to John, and then heard the noise that had woken him up again. He bolted into a sitting position, stiff with terror. How could he mistake that noise? The wind outside had picked up, and the rain pelting against the window sounded like rocks being thrown, just like it had back home... He couldn't breathe, couldn't do anything, the fear paralyzing him.
John blinked his eyes open, having noticed a cold spot where Alex had once been dawn up against his side. He knew something was wrong when he spotted Alex sitting on the other side of the couch, looking like he was going to vomit. He heard the wind and rain finally and understood what was happening. God damn storm... I've got to get him out of here, away from the windows. He stood up and gently touched Alex's shoulder. It scared Alex, who looked up at John with eyes big and round, nearly in tears. It almost broke Johns heart, but he pushed aside those thoughts for the moment. "Come on, love. Let's get you away from here. Its quiet in my room." He grabbed Alex's trembling hands and pulled him to his feet, throwing his arms around him in an effort to both calm him down and support him as they made their way down the hallway.
He opened the door and led Alex to the bed. "Sit down, Alex. I'm going to go get another pillow and blanket for you." He cupped Alex's cheek in his hand and Whispered "Don't worry. I'll be right back, I swear Alex." He didn't want to leave him like this, but knew he needed to get him another blanket. He grabbed a blanket and pillow from the closet in the hallway as quick as he could, then hurried back into the room. He almost couldn't find Alex at first.
He had curled up into a tiny ball, and John could tell the terror hadn't left him;he actually seemed more scared. Tears threatened to spill from John's eyes. My poor Alexander. The terror he must have felt that day to make him react this badly... I can't even imagine.
He climbed onto the bed and sat next to Alex, pulling him into his lap. He wrapped his arms around his trembling body, pressing his lips against Alex's temple. "Shhhhhh its OK, Alex, I'm here, you're safe, there's nothing to worry about." He just held him as tight as he could, not wanting to let go. He wanted to protect this man for the rest of his life. He could feel more than hear Alex sobbing, felt the front of his shirt grow wet from Alex's tears.
He started humming a song he hadn't heard in years, the song one his mother had sang when he and his siblings had been afraid of something. It seemed to help Alex, too, and gradually he calmed down, with only the occasional sniffle breaking the silence in the room. John rubbed his back. "Better? You're safe in here, Alex. You won't even hear anything in this room."
Alex nuzzled into Johns neck, trying to get as close as he possibly could. In a ragged voice he replied. " I know. Sorry I freaked out like that. I just... I hate these storms. I hate remembering..." he fell back into silence, trying not to think about the storm, but instead listening to the thumping of Johns heart. "I know I'm acting like an idiot, but-..."
"Alex... Look at me. You're not an idiot. Anyone who lived through a storm like that would act the same way. Hey. Please look at me, Alex!" John pleaded. Alex looked up at him, and his eyes, blood shot and still showing fear broke something in John. He gasped and did the first things could think of. He leaned in and kissed Alex.
It was supposed to be a gentle kiss, one to reassure Alex that John was there for him, that everything was going to be OK. All chances of it staying sweet were shattered when a gasp of pleasure escaped Alex's mouth, and John lost all control of himself. He nipped at Alex's lip, andwhen Alex's mouth parted, he gently licked into his mouth and it was just so perfect and amazing and God! He was kissing Alexander Hamilton finally. Alexander melted in his arms, and John kissed him with everything he had.
Alex ran his hand begin Johns head, entangling his hands in the mass of curls, pullim John in closer. He moaned a little as their tounges danced, and when John pulled away, he couldn't help the wimper that escaped he just wanted Johns mouth back on is...
John pressed his forehead to Alex's, out of breath and his heart pounding. He smiled at the awestruck look on Alex's face and pressed a soft kiss against his swollen, red lips. All he could do was breath Alex's name and smile, rendered speechless by the fact that Alex was here, and he had kissed him.
Alex, on the other hand, was not speechless. With a huge silly grin, he grabbed Johns hand. If that's what happened every time a storm hit, maybe I should hope for more storms!" John groaned and shook his head. " Seriously, Alex. We finally kiss and that's what you decide to say?" He pushed Alex off his laugh playfully and laid back, still slightly out of breath.
Alex took in the sight of John, breathless and still flushed, his lips puffy and oh so kissable. His heart felt like it would burt from the happiness he felt. Laying down next to John, he leaned over and started peppering his face with kisses. "Not all. I also want to say" kissing his forehead "you are amazing" he planted a series of kisses across the multitude of frecckles on his cheeks, "and beautiful" he continued his way down John's jaw line, enjoying the gasps that he couldn't hold back "and I just fucking adore you so much... I'm going to shut up now..." He couldn't take it anymore, and captured Johns lips with his, losing himself in the kiss. It felt like the world had stopped and it was just them.
Sometime later, Alex wasn't sure if it was hours or just a few moments, the lay together on the bed, both exhausted, but glowing from happiness. John lay on his back, and Alex was curled up into his side, his head on Johns chest. The laid in silence for a while, until John moved. Alex looked up to see why he was squirming around "if you want me to stay in here with you tonight, I need to change. I can't sleep in jeans."
"Where else would you sleep? Pof course I want you to stay in here." Alex grumbled when John tried to sit up, but eventually allowed him up, sitting up with him. John got out of the bed and headed to his dresser, opening the top drawer and pulling out a pair of shorts, then looked back at Alex. "Do you need a pair or did you bring something..."
Alex smiled. "No worries, I've got my own stuff." He got off the bed and grabbed his bag, ruffling through it to find his Gym shorts. "I'll go change in the bathroom." He headed to the door, and john grabbed his hand. Pulling him in for a sweet kiss, he whispered "you don't have to leave the room Alex."
Alex melted ainst him, enjoying the kiss for a moment before he pulled away. "Its not because I'm trying to preserve my modesty. I have to take out my contacts too." He pressed a quick kiss to John's cheek and went to the bathroom, getting ready as fast as he could so he could go cuddle with John again. Putting on his glasses, he walked back into John's room.
He was amused to find John already in his bed, nearly asleep. He gave a sleepy smile as Alex turned off the lights, and when Alex laid down, john pulled him in tight to him. "Night Alex" he murmured softly. Alex smiled and kissed his neck gently. "Night, Jihn" he yawned out. Within minutes both of them were asleep, twin smiles on both of their faces.
IJustCameHereToComment- thanks for ing such an amazing cheerleader! I reallyope you like this one lol
LamsTurtles- indirectly! I actually based him off of a friend of mine, but he reminds me of Magnus, who is THE BEST!
WizardingWhovian- did you read chapter 5? Idk if you commented on it... Hope you like this one though!
!PJOandHP4life- the glitter is for you 3 I couldn't help myself. I had to add it in there somewhere.
LamsNotLamb- I'm blaminit on loads of coffee and channeling pur favorite founding father! Lol. Honestly, I have no idea how I'm writing this much. I can't sleep till I get it all down.
Guest- Coffee shop au is always my favorite. I can totally see Alex drinking coffee all day long.
Smolchicken- I'm already working on the next chapter!
Goldensnitch0423- I absolutely adore Lams! They are the cutest thing ever and I can't stop fawning over them lol.
As usual, thank ALL of you for reading this! I'm enjoying writing this so much :)