Shut Up

A/N: This idea just popped into my head and I had to write this. I had almost forgotten about this fic. This is set about a year before Chris goes to the past. I changed certain aspects of Chris – Crossed to fit my plot. I own nothing. Enjoy.

There you go
You're always so right
It's all a big show
It's all about you

With his father, it was always the same conversation. Chris was the leader of the resistant, a secret underground group that were the only ones to fight against Wyatt. The problem with Leo was that he was in denial. With the city in chaos, with the hundreds of deaths, even with his precious elders on Chris' side, he was still convinced that there was no way his son could be evil. Chris was tired of reminding him that he was his son too. Leo was convinced that Chris was the evil one, and this was all just one of his big evil plots.

For some strange reason, Leo seemed to think that Chris was forever plotting against him. He did everything he could to stop the most confidential and dangerous missions. When he stopped Chris from vanquishing two of Wyatt's most powerful supporters, which was the last straw. Chris had lost an innocent that day, a young boy, and he had never forgiven his father for that. What was worse was the only reason Leo had interfered was because he thought Chris was trying to kill him. As if Leo mattered enough for Chris to do that.

You think you know
What everyone needs
You always take time
To criticize me

Leo refused to admit that Chris was any son of his, but he still seemed to care quite a lot about what he did. Chris had learned to take most of it for what it was; meaningless criticism from an idiot. Once, however, Leo had gone too far. He made the mistake of trying to sneak a little private time with his girlfriend Bianca, when he knew Leo might be around. They went on top of the Golden Gate Bridge, one of the only places we could be alone. As always, Leo was watching him.

"I KNEW IT!" Leo had yelled, pointing an accusatory finger. "You associate with demons! I caught you red handed." Bianca looked at Leo with wide eyes. Chris knew deep down that he should try to understand why Leo did the things he did, try to talk reasonably. When it came to Bianca, he just couldn't. He loved Bianca like he had never loved his father. Chris knew that Bianca wasn't one to take this sort of thing lying down. He saw a dagger materialize in his girlfriend's hand, but a slight shake of his head was all it took to make it disappear.

"Leave", Chris said, more coldly than he had ever spoken. The aura of power around him was commanding, almost palpable. Bianca was in awe of the display of power Chris had displayed. Even Leo had noticed, taking a step backwards. Despite being intimidated, Leo stood his ground.

"Why should I ?" he asked vehemently. "She is clearly a demon, and you are clearly speaking with her! I have every right to be suspicious!" Leo practically snarled.

"She is a good person, and I love her", Chris declared. Bianca beamed from behind his back. "If you don't leave", Chris continued, "I will make you leave." The power surrounding Chris now really was visible. His emerald green eyes blazed, his hand was clenched lightly, making Leo gasp for breath. Chris let go, and Leo immediately orbed away.

It seems like everyday
I make mistakes
I just can't get it right

Bianca and Chris sat down on the wide support beam. "I'm so sorry", Bianca said finally.

"It's okay", Chris replied rather shakily. Bianca looked at her boyfriend, surprised to see tears in his beautiful green eyes. In the two years that she had known and loved him, not once had she seen Chris cry. He bottled everything up, always. She told them that it wasn't healthy and that he should tell her when something's wrong. He did sometimes, but not always. And he never cried.

Bianca turned her caramel colored eyes to her boyfriend, and studied him. "Please tell me what's wrong Chris", Bianca pleaded.

It's like I'm the one
You love to hate
But not today

"It's just so hard", Chris choked after a long silence. "Part of me still wants to make him happy. Nothing I do is ever enough. Everything I ever do is wrong. I try to pretend it doesn't bother me, but it really does", cried Chris.

Moments ago, Chris was trying to hold back his tears. His efforts had been in vain, for he was crying openly now. Bianca wrapped her arms around him, embracing him fully. "Shhhh", she whispered, rubbing small circles on his back. It was what her mother did when she was upset.

" I wish he decided that Wyatt was the one he hated, but his precious son was here first, and I never had a chance", Chris sobbed into Bianca's shoulder. Bianca laughed mirthlessly.

"I'd want that too", Bianca said smiling. Despite himself, Chris smiled too. Things would be so much easier if Leo hated Wyatt. They would have a valuable ally on their side. Bianca stood up, and stuck out her hand, offering it to Chris. Chris took it, and pulled himself up. He wiped the tears from his green orbs, a faint smile playing upon his lips. Bianca looked at him inquisitively. She wasn't used to rapid changes in mood such as this.

So shut up, shut up, shut up
Don't wanna hear it
Get out, get out, get out
Get out of my way
Step up, step up, step up
You'll never stop me
Nothing you say today
Is gonna bring me down

"I'm okay", Chris promised. "I've just realized that I don't care what he thinks anymore." It sounded absurd, even to him, but he really realized that in that moment. Nothing Leo ever said to him meant anything. All of his life had been spent trying to please the man in some strange way. Now, in an instant, he had realized that none of it meant anything. Chris had a job that only he could do, and that was to stop Wyatt in any way necessary. Leo…or anyone for that matter…would never stop him.

Part of what Chris had realized was that where his father was concerned, trying was useless. He used give the man more chances, but that was pointless. Chris was far past the point of teenage insecurities. He knew that he was a good person. People that loved him told him that often enough. The things that Leo said, coming from a father would really hurt. The thing of it was, Leo was never really his father. In the biological sense, maybe, but not in any way that counted.

Chris realized that there was noting that Leo could give to him. The only thing he hoped Leo would do was to leave him alone. The confrontations weren't as terrible as they had once been, but they still left a bad taste in his mouth. Knowing his father, in a way he wished he didn't, he knew that Leo would never trust him. According to Leo, Chris was undeniably evil. He would stop at nothing to stop whatever Chris was trying to do.

There you go
You never ask why
It's all a big lie
Whatever you do

All Leo ever does is assume. We all know what assuming does. It leads you to false conclusions. From the day Piper had died, and Chris had been there, Leo got the idea that Chris is evil into his head. Not once did he look for evidence, not once did he notice when the entire world poked holes in his pea brained theories. All Leo ever does anymore is sneak around, trying to catch his youngest son red handed. He's just really stupid.

Before his mother died, it was never as bad. With Piper's influence, Leo had occasionally visited, and never had he said anything so openly rude. After Piper had died, Leo had changed. It was true that they had all changed to some extent, but Leo had really gone crazy. His mother used to tell him stories about what Leo was like when she first met him.

The Leo in her stories was a good, kind man. That Leo would do anything to help his family. The Leo he knew was distrustful and just plain rude. Chris would often say that he was bordering on evil. He didn't know how things could have changed so drastically.

You think you're special
But I know, and I know
And I know, and we know
That you're not

Leo was on the run from the magical community, both good and evil. He seemed oblivious to all of it. He still saw himself as the epitome of all good, which he clearly was not. He was blind to his faults that were glaringly obvious to the rest of the world. Where the normal human being saw and arrogant fool, Leo saw a self righteous man cunning enough to protect his family.

Chris had become painfully aware of Leo's faults, ever since his mother had died, and Leo had gone off the deep end. His father would jump to conclusions, make rash decisions, and always assume the worst of people. Technically, Leo was still an elder, but he was as un-elder like as one could possibly be. He had been unofficially kicked out of the elders inner circle, but they couldn't officially take away his powers.

You're always there to point
Out my mistakes
And shove them in my face

It's like I'm the one
You love to hate
But not today

"You're absolutely sure that you're okay", Bianca said for the umpteenth time. She was really worried about him. She really cared. That was one of the reasons that Chris was in love with her. She was one of the few people, other than Mel, grandpa and Patty, which really and truly cared about me.

"I'm wonderful", Chris said with a smile. That wasn't a lie. He really was better than he had ever been in a long time.

"That's great" said Bianca. She really and truly meant it. Bianca grabbed Chris' face, and kissed him passionately. After several moments, they broke apart. Chris looked into Bianca's chocolate brown eyes, lost in their depths. It's time, he thought. Why not do it now…

So shut up, shut up, shut up
Don't wanna hear it
Get out, get out, get out
Get out of my way
Step up, step up, step up
You'll never stop me
Nothing you say today
Is gonna bring me down
Is gonna bring me down

Will never bring me down

"We're going somewhere", Chris said mysteriously. Bianca was suspicious, but she said nothing. She took Chris' hand, and he orbed them to the destroyed park that had always been their spot. Bianca sat down on a bench that was a favorite of there's. Chris followed suit. He reached into his coat pocket and took out a box that had been there for weeks. He was almost relieved to take it out, it had been burning a whole in his pocket. He opened it to see a beautiful diamond ring. When Bianca saw it, she let out an audible gasp.

Chris cleared his throat and asked, "Will you marry me?"

Bianca was shocked. She took a quick look at her surroundings. "You're asking me here, now?" she asked.

"This is still our spot", Chris said earnestly, "nothing anyone does can change that." Bianca looked into Chris' emerald orbs, seeing the sincerity in them, knowing full well what her answer would be.

"Of course", Bianca answered.

Don't tell me who I should be
And don't try to tell me what's right for me
Don't tell me what I should do
I don't wanna waste my time
I'll watch you fade away

Chris felt happy fireworks explode in the center of his chest. He had to be the happiest man alive. He wrapped Bianca in a fierce hug, not willing to let her go. His mind involuntarily flickered to what Leo would say if he could see him now. Leo would be very disappointed in him, no doubt. In his mind, he could hear Leo listing the reasons he believed they shouldn't get married. Chris immediately dismissed the thought.

Chris and Bianca began kissing again, the awareness of their surroundings ebbing away. Chris knew that this was the beginning of a new stage in his life. He was leaving behind the old stage where his father's prejudices behind. With Bianca by his side, he felt as though he could do anything, even the seemingly impossible task of vanquishing Wyatt. That was a darn good feeling.

So shut up, shut up, shut up
Don't wanna hear it
Get out, get out, get out
Get out of my way
Step up, step up, step up
You'll never stop me
Nothing you say today
Is gonna bring me down

They broke apart reluctantly, after what seemed like an eternity. "I have to go home, you know, to check on Mel, Patty and Grandpa", Chris said. Bianca gave him a quick peck on the cheek, and a small smile.

"I understand", she promised, "just don't orb, because he's going to catch you."

After Chris promised to stay off of Wyatt's bad side, the two began to walk in different directions. Chris had plenty to think about while he walked. He had made a promise to himself. He knew that this was one promise he was going to keep. He wasn't going to let Leo hold him back anymore. None of his decisions would be based on what Leo thought anymore. Leo was going to leave him alone and get out of his way. All Leo ever did was get in his way. It was enough to drive anyone insane.

If Leo insisted on being the proverbial thorn in his side, he would just have to face his wrath. He had been told by many people, such as grandpa, Bianca, and Aunt Paige, that his wrath was something to behold.

Shut up, shut up, shut up
Don't wanna hear it
Get out, get out, get out
Get out of my way
Step up, step up, step up
You'll never stop me
Nothing you say today
Is gonna bring me down

Bring me down
shut up, shut up, shut up
Won't bring me down
shut up, shut up, shut up
Bring me down
shut up, shut up, shut up
Won't bring me down

Chris' pace quickened, the euphoria inside him coming to its peak. It had been, if not a good day, and enlightening one. Leo's criticisms and mistrust used to be unbearably painful to hear. Now they seemed to be so insignificant. In Leo was there, right now, and said something rude to him, he was sure that he would be able to shrug it off.

Leo did everything in his power to "stop" Chris' evil plans. Chris laughed at the thought of it. Leo was always so clueless. Hopefully, Leo was the type of problem that would go away if you ignored it. Somehow, Chris knew that that wasn't the case. Another confrontation with his father was inevitable. When it happened, he would be ready.

Luckily, Chris didn't meet one of Wyatt's witch scanning probes on the way home. Part of him wishes that he did. It would give him something to think about on the long walk other than Leo. No mater how hard he fought against it, Leo was, and always would be, a part of his life. At least now he fought it. He didn't, as he used to, hope for things to change. Things between Leo and him would never change, and he was willing to live with that.

Shut up, shut up, shut up

Leo's hatred would not rule his life. Not anymore.