Justin Kiriakis stood patiently at the door, as he heard ruffling coming from the other side. He briefly wondered what on earth they could be doing that could cause them to have to clean up after themselves. Will and Sonny were trying to make a good impression for him, now that was interesting.
Will finally opened the door, and Justin walked in with Will stating, as he gestured reverently for Justin to proceed in, "Mr. Kiriakis, what can I do for you?" Justin looked at Will and smiled. "For starters Will, I think your relationship with my son has progressed enough that you can stop calling me Mr. Kiriakis, or sir."
Please don't ask me to call you Dad. I might die, right here, right now.
"Alright then s…. Justin?" Will looked at Justin for confirmation, and Justin nodded. "Justin. Okay then, is there a problem?" Justin looked towards Sonny and then again at Will and stated, "There was an incident concerning your mother and EJ at the police station in regards to some evidence in relation to an old case involving them both and they seemed to think I should speak to you about it." He turned again towards Sonny and stated, "Sonny, I think you need to give us a minute". Will looked at Sonny and then to Justin. "Sir, if it's about what I think it is, Sonny knows about it. But even if it isn't, I really would like it if Sonny stayed." Justin smiled at Will, "Alright, and I'll disregard that "sir" for now and ask you to tell me what you think the topic of our conversation is and I will confirm or deny. That way you can decide whether you wish to continue having Sonny present. And I'm saying this not only for your benefit Will, but also for his."
Oh God. I'm going to have to say this out loud, to my boyfriend's father.
"Well sir", and then he sighed, "When I was fourteen. My mother was being forced to marry EJ. And, at that time, I couldn't understand why no one could stop it from happening, so I decided to do the only thing I could. So I got a gun and shot EJ. "Will stopped and looked at Justin, who simply nodded for Will to continue. "My father found out and took the rap for me. But it seems there is still evidence implicating me at the police station. Somehow Nick found out about it, recorded some conversations and used that evidence to force me to sign away my rights to my baby girl." And with that the feeling of dread that had lifted since Sonny had appeared at the door a little while ago, was beginning to reappear.
Will walked past Justin and Sonny, slouching exponentially with each step and slopped himself unto his bed. Justin watched Will sitting there slouched, emotions starting to swell his features. He witnessed his son walk up to Will crouch down by the bed and put his hand on Will's chin, pushing it slightly so that Will's eyes aligned with his. Then stood up and gently placed himself on the bed, all the while keeping eye contact. Finally Sonny whispered, "Will, Babe, it will be all right. We will find a way to get through this. "
I am so glad I have you in my life Sonny. I love you so much.
Justin was very proud of his son at that moment. He also realized then and there, that the love these two boys had for one another was worth saving. Will's life, his freedom, was worth saving, in order for his son and his son's love to live freely. Justin pushed down his feeling of pride for the moment to try and remain professional. "Will, that's why I am here. He stated, trying very hard to portrait an aloof professional manner. "You see, your mother and EJ were caught by Rafe trying to break into the evidence locker at the police station. Things sort of came out with the bath-water after that. And it seems that the evidence in question is missing. It will be hard for anyone to convict you of anything even with the evidence of your confession, if Nick's possession of it was admissible, which, it is not. Everyone seems to be worried about the evidence being admitted in civil court, but we can deal with that."
Will looked up to meet Justin's eyes." No offense, sir, I mean Justin, but why are you involved in this?" Justin shifted his weight a little. "Your mother seemed to think that you needed a little help with the Nick situation. EJ is a little busy right now, so I was called in. She is under the impression that she is to blame for Nick wanting you out of your own daughter's life. I don't really buy that. Seems to me he would have started the process of disowning you from your own daughter long before Sammi could have stuck her nose in it "
Sonny, leaned into Will a little more and whispered into Will's ear, "Told you he was better than Snookie." and then he stood up, faced his father and said, "Dad, Nick admitted to Will that he did all this because Will is gay. I have been trying to get Will to ask for your help since Will signed those papers. I am so glad you are here."
Will also stood up. A look of determination came across his face. "Nick told me that getting rid of me has been part of the plan for a while. He seems to think that since I'm gay, I shouldn't be anywhere near children, much less helping to raise one. Seems if Sonny and I wanted something to love we should get a dog. I do not want anyone with views like that to be anywhere near my daughter. I didn't want to involve you simply because my past is proof enough that I am not good enough for your son and I am ashamed to say I didn't want to give his parents any more reasons to think that about me. I love your son, sir, and I love my soon to be daughter. I think Sonny and I would be good to have in her life and if you think you can help me, then, please do."
I AM the strong one. I am stronger with Sonny. He and I can do this together. I can be strong and need help. I do need help now and I will use it.
Justin looked at Will, and realized, looking at Will's demeanour, just what Sonny might see in him. He is strong willed when he needs to be. He is also caring and loving when he needs to be. He brings out the best in his son, and that alone was reason enough to have Will's back right now. "That is what I wanted to hear Will. I came to help and that is what I intend to do. So, Will, Sonny, grab your coats. We need to go and pay someone a visit."
And with that statement Will and Sonny grabbed their coats and all three left Will's room, shutting the door behind them.
