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Chapter 9 Unions

In the moment we're born, we're drawn to form a union with others. An abiding drive to connect, to love, to belong. In a perfect union, we find the strength we cannot find in ourselves. But the strength of the union cannot be known until it is tested.

-Emily Thorne (Revenge)

Can you please come to my place? Alone –James

The words of the text James sent me whirled through my head. I mean even if our date was wonderful, I still was suspicious about him. Today in school he didn't torment me, but he seemed to be off. When I arrived at Diamond Manor I saw James standing outside looking nervous. His face lit up when he saw me.

»Hey, Logan. «

»H-Hey. «

James smiled softly and caressed my cheek.

»Don't be nervous. I just want to ask you something. «

I relaxed a bit and nodded.

»I don't know if you trust me and I can't blame you if you don't. And I am not sure how you feel about me. The only thing I know is that I really like you and because of that I want to ask you: Will you be my boyfriend? «

He looked at me, insecurity in his eyes. I nodded and he beamed. He was about to kiss me, when he stopped.

»Can I? «

I chuckled.

»You don't have to ask. «

When James soft lips were pressed on mine, I felt like in heaven. When I agreed to be in a relationship with him, I had my doubts, but they vanished when we kissed.

»James, since we are together there are a few things I have to ask for from you. «

»Everything for you. «, he murmured.

»No secrets or lies, okay? I mean I don't expect you to tell me everything that happens or happened in your life. «

James nodded.

»I promise no secrets and no lies. «

I fidgeted nervously with my fingers.

»And do you know if or when you will come out? I don't want to hide. «

»Neither want I. But I am scared. I mean not because of some idiot from our school. But what if Kendall's dad will manipulate or force Kendall into hating me or something? I couldn't stand losing him. «

I nodded understandingly.

»Kendall and you don't have to fight on your own. You have your moms. I am sure Jett and Dak would help you, too. And of course you have me and Carlos. «

James looked touched , but frowned.

»Carlos would help us? After everything we did to you guys? «

»He is willing to give you a chance. In fact Carlos encouraged me to ask you out. And he understands the connection you and Kendall have. Because we have the same. «

I could see unshed tears shining in his eyes. I wrapped my arms around his waist and hugged him tightly.

»Thank you, Logan. For everything. «, my boyfriend whispered.

I smiled and kissed him. After we broke apart, James looked nervous again.

»Logan, would- would you like to meet my family? They are all there. «

He pointed at his house.

»But I met your mom already. «

James chuckled.

»I know. But not as my boyfriend. Besides Kendall, his mom and his sister are also my family. «

»I-I don't know. Do you think they'll like me? «

»They will love you. «

James nuzzled my hair.

»I'm nervous. «

»Don't be, Logie. «

I looked at him amused.

»Logie? «

»I heard once that Carlos called you that. Do you not like it? «, he asked panicked.

»I love it. I was just surprised. And yes, I would love to meet your family. But then you have to come to my place and meet my family too. «

He smiled.

»I will. «

I yelped when he grabbed my hand and dragged me towards the door. Laughing he chased me to the door after I slipped my hand out of his. Before we got inside he kissed me quickly and passionately. James led me into his living room, where his family looked at me. Kendall's mom looked surprised, James mom looked pleased, Kendall looked kind of shy and his sister stared at me her mouth forming an 'O'. I wasn't sure who freaked me out the most, but I think it was Kendall. I mean Kendall being shy was something I thought was impossible.

»Guys, this is Logan, my boyfriend. «

James sounded incredibly proud and I blushed. Like usually. I turned to Mrs. Diamond.

»Nice to meet you again, Mrs. Diamond. «

»I told you to call me Brooke, honey. I am not old enough to be Mrs. Diamond. «

»Of course, I am sorry Mrs. Dia-Brooke. «

Brooke smiled sheepishly.

»James, if you break the heart of this sweet guy, I will personally cut your dick off. «

Her eyes twinkled, so it was obvious she wasn't serious. Well, at least not completely. But James paled nonetheless. I chuckled.

»Don't worry about that James. My family, especially Carlos, would be your biggest problem. «, I teased.

James laughed nervously. Kendall's sister came up to me and stood in front of me hands on her hips and a serious look on her face.

»If you hurt my brother, I will fuck you up! «

»Katie! Where did you learn that language? «

She shrugged.

»Pay TV. «

I laughed quietly.

»Don't worry, I don't plan to hurt James. «

Katie nodded approvingly.

»Are you sure you're gay? «

»100% sure. «

»What a pity! Why are the good looking guys always gay? «

»KATIE! «

James laughed so hard his face became red and tears started to spill out of his eyes. Kendall's mom turned to me.

»I am sorry. But Katie is sometimes like that. «

»Don't worry. I think it's funny. And she is a great girl. «

I winked at her and she even blushed a little bit. Mrs. Knight seemed to be pleased.

»It's nice to meet you properly and under nice circumstances this time. I am Jennifer Knight. «

I smiled at her and shook her hand.

»Logan Mitchell. «

We sat down and started to talk a little bit. To be honest, I wasn't really comfortable with Kendall's presence yet, but I wanted to try. For James. I turned to Kendall and asked:

»Tell me something about you. I only know you are working in the supermarket and you like hockey. «

The whole room fell silent. Apparently they all knew about the previous conflicts between Kendall and I. When Kendall was about to answer my phone rang.

»Sorry. «, I muttered and answered the call.

»LOGAN! «

I held my phone a few inches away.

»Geez, Carlos! What's with you? «

»Where are you? «

»At James' place. «

»You went there on your own? And didn't even tell me? «

I knew James could hear everything Carlos said, because he had a painful, guilty and upset look on his face. My chest tightened. I didn't want him to see like that.

»You were the one, who encouraged me to go out with him! Besides I wrote you a note. «

»And where did you put it? I didn't see one. «

»Fridge. «

»I am standing at the fridge and there is nothing! «

I frowned and wanted to tell him that there should be a note, when I heard something rustle and then I heard Carlos munching.

»Carlos, did you check if there was a not pinned from outside on the fridge or did you just checked your corndogs? «, I asked amused.

»Oh. Oh yeah there is a note. But it doesn't matter. You have to come back. «

»Are you serious? Why? «

»You promised me that you would tutor me. «

»Right. Damn. I forgot. I'll be back home soon. «

I ended the call and smiled apologetically at James.

»I'm sorry, but I have to get back. Carlos needs tutoring. «

James nodded. I said goodbye to the others and James walked me out to my car.

»I'm really sorry James. I wish I could stay with you a bit more. «

James smiled.

»Don't worry. I'll understand. «

We kissed for a few moments.

»See you tomorrow. «

»See you tomorrow. «, I replied and got into the car.

~Time Skip~

»Hey fags! «

It was lunchbreak and I sat with my group of friends at our usual table. Wayne Wayne, Beau, Kendall and James came to us. Kendall tried to hide it, but he looked terribly pained and guilty. And James was so obvious upset, but there was also a hint of fear in his eyes. I rolled my eyes.

»What do you want, Beau? «

»Oh, nothing important. Just the daily reminder that you are worthless pieces of shit and that nobody likes you. And nobody will ever love you. «

I could see Carlos eyes full of unshed tears and what he said affected me deeply as well.

»Beau. Take it easy. «, James said.

»Are you defending the fags now? «

»You know exactly that you shouldn't step over the line too much. You could be thrown off the football team and who would bang the cheerleaders if that would happen? «

Beau looked hatefully at us, before he laughed and left.

»You are right James, I have to please the ladies. «

»Ugh. They are assholes. I hate them so much. Especially Diamond. I bet he is trying to lull us into a false sense of security, so we let our guards down. And then he'll attack. «, Camille rambled.

Carlos scoffed.

»We are not in a war, Camille. «

I shut their bickering out, when I received a text, even if I thought it was cute that Carlos defended James for me. I got my phone out.

He is a slimy git. I'm sorry –James

Agreed and don't worry I am used to it. Worse things actually happened me.- Logan

I looked up for a moment and glanced at James.. He had a painful facial expression.

I'm sorry for that, too. –James

I know. And I told you it's okay. –Logan

Wanna do something today? –James

Is that an invitation to a date? Lol not really romantic. – Logan

You did the same! ;) But yes that was an invitation to a date. – James

I'd love to, but I thought you wanted to do something with some of the jocks. –Logan

You are my boyfriend. You are far more important than them. Actually I don't like them. But it suits my image to hang out with them. –James

Come at 7 pm to my place so you can meet my parents- Logan

Should be nervous? –James

I was about to give him an answer when the lunch bell rang. I got up and went to my next class.

When I made my way out of school a few hours later, I was brutally shoved into a locker.

»I think we have something to finish, fag. «, Beau sneered.

He started to punch my stomach. I cringed in pain. After a few punches everything became blurry, but I heard someone shout:

»STOP! «

And the punches stopped. Someones strong arms picked me up bridal style.

»Are you gay with the little nerd now, Diamond? «

'Diamond? Oh that means James carries me! '

»YES! YES I AM! AND IF YOU HAVE A FUCKING PROBLEM WITH THAT GO AND FUCK YOURSELF. AND IF YOU EVER COME NEAR LOGAN AGAIN I WILL FUCK YOU UP! «

I never sound him so angry. To be honest I was a bit afraid and let out a small whimper. When he heard that whimper his body went from shaking to calm and relaxed. I could feel him moving.

»Logie, are you okay? «

»Stomach hurts. «, I mumbled.

I snuggled into his arms ,my face buried in his chest. I noticed how nice he smelled. Like pine needles and Cuda Products and there was a hint of citrus.

»Oh my god! What happened? What did you do to him? «, Carlos shouted.

Apparently we arrived at my car.

»I didnt do anything to him! «

»Why should I believe you? Didn't you do enough terrible things to us? «

James was silent. I opened slowly my eyes.

»Carlos? «

»Logan! Oh my god! Are you okay buddy? «

»No. «

»Where does it hurt? What's wrong? «

»Wrong is that you are insulting James! You don't know anything! He saved me! Stop being so prejudging. «

»Logan, you shouldn't fight with your brother. Especially not because of me. I deserved it, because he is right. «, my boyfriend whispered.

I shook my head and was about to say something when I was laid down on the backseats of my car. James kissed my forehead.

»I'll meet you at your place at 7. «

While Carlos drove us home, he said:

»I am sorry, Logie. It's just when I saw him coming to me with you in his arms and you were so pale and looked so tiny, I panicked. «

I nodded.

»I am sorry for bitching at you. «

»It's okay. I deserved it. «

I pinched the bridge of my nose.

»James said exactly the same. «

Carlos didn't answer.

When we arrived at home, Carlos scooped me up and carried me into our living room. Then he looked helplessly at me.

»I don't know what to do. You are the soon-to-be doctor not me. «

I chuckled and hissed when it hurt.

»Don't worry, Litos. I'll do it. «

After I carefully examined myself I said to Carlos:

»There isn't any serious damage. But it hurts a lot and the bruises will probably stay for a long time. «

Carlos nodded.

»Do you want anything, Logie? «

»Just my homework and my phone. «

My brother chuckled.

»Of course. I'll get my homework too. We can make it together. «

A few minutes after Carlos gave me my phone it vibrated.

Logie? Are you okay? Did you go to the doctor? –James

Don't worry. I am fine. No, I didn't go to a doctor. I know enough to examine myself –Logan

I am glad you are fine. I'll see you at 7 pm. –James

At 5 pm mom and dad came home. I told them my boyfriend would come for dinner and they were totally excited. Mom even cooked dinner herself. Obviously, she wanted to impress my boyfriend. But when the doorbell rang and my parents to the door ran to open it and they saw James stood in front of the door with a bouquet of flowers, mom hissed venomously:

»Please tell me you aren't my son's boyfriend. «

Uh-oh. How will the dinner be? How will Logan's parents act around James? James came out of the closet. Will there be drama? And what about James and Carlos? Will they become friends or not? Tell me what you think. Please review.