Chapter 2
* Gage gets up at 5 in the morning makes a pot of coffee. Heads back to the couch throwing the remote at Zolo's door letting him know the coffee's started.*
Gage: Can't sleep..*Yawns.*Need something to do.*Pauses.*I know.*Grabs a camera.*
~In Zolo's Room.~
Zolo: No…I want cherry nut ice cream…mommy I want cherry nut…
Gage: Gold.*Takes a seat next to Zolo's bed with the camera on.*
Zolo: Laundry again…you just did the laundry…
Gage: Aw…He's dreaming about me.
Zolo: *Rolls off the bed.* I told you it wouldn't work….
Gage: *Jumps on Zolo's bed.* Much better.
Zolo: I got the day off so back to the couch you go!*Gets up to get back in bed.*
Gage: But I'm already in and comfy.*Gives big puppy dog eyes.*
Zolo: *Yawns.*Move.
Gage:*Shifted over.*Better? Zolo ,you up?
Zolo: …..*Fell back to sleep.*
Gage: That's okay.*Cuddles up to Zolo with a child's smile.*
~Later that morning.~
Zolo: *Yawns. Rolls over and grabs his star sunglasses.*Morning…
Gage: Hey, sexy, coffee's in the normal place.
Zolo:*Turns to notice Gage propping himself up with an arm.*Did I actually…*Flips the blanket of the bed.*
Gage: You ruin all the fun.*Lays there in a pair of black slacks.*
Zolo: What are you doing in my room?
Gage:*Shrugs.*Couldn't sleep.
Zolo: And?
Gage: You didn't kick me out.
Zolo: That's not an excuse.*Points to the door.*
Gage: Says the man who talks in his sleep.
Zolo: Whatever. I don't talk in my sleep.
Gage: How would you know you were asleep?
Zolo: I just know
Gage: *Grabs the camera grinning.*I have proof.
Zolo: What's that? *Leans in to get a good look.*
Gage: A video of you sleeping. *Pushes play on the camera.*
Zolo: It lies!
Gage: Sure it does.
Zolo: Give me the camera.
Gage: No. I paid good money for this.
Zolo: Give it or I'll take it. It's the easy way or the hard way.*Holds out a hand.*
Gage: The hard way it is.*Grins very devilishly.*
Zolo:*Reaches for the camera.* Wait, your enjoying this aren't you?
Gage: Maybe, maybe not.
Zolo: Know what..*Pauses.* I'm not playing games.
Gage: But I am.
Zolo: Don't mess with me.
Gage: Don't what?*Puts the camera in his pants.*I thought you told me to put it down my pants.
Zolo:*Sighs.* I'm going to take a shower or something
Gage: Can…*Gets interrupted.*
Zolo: No!
Gage: No fair.*Puts the camera on the nightstand.*
Zolo: Life's not fair.
Gage: But I'm dead.
Zolo: You're not dead…yet.
Gage: Yes I…Wait, Yet? Are you planning on killing me?
Zolo: The thought had occurred to me.
Gage: I guess I just hang around you so much that I feel like it.
Zolo: What's that supposed to mean?
Gage:*Looks confused.* What's what mean?
Zolo: Don't play dumb with me.
Gage: I'm not playing.
Zolo: Are you calling me boring since I'm older then your own parents?
Gage: Well you are.
Zolo: It is way to early to have this conversation…
Gage: You say that all the time.
Zolo: And that should tell you I don't want to talk about it.
Gage: But I'm going to die one day and you will be all alone.
Zolo: I think that's a plus side.
Gage: You know you can't live without me.
Zolo: Because you haven't given me a chance to live without you.
Gage: You have to like me right?
Zolo: Do you want me to answer that?
Gage: I don't feel like you should be saying in such a way. It makes me feel bad.
Zolo: Well I kind of don't really.
Gage: Oh… Well then I'll just go. *Start to tear up and heads out the room.*
Zolo: *Thinks.* Am I really going to do this? Then again I have the place all to myself. No more Gage. No more Gage?
Gage: *Thinks.* Any minute now. He's going to apologize. Zolo will ask me to stay, right? Any minute now.
Zolo: All alone? *Zolo shuts the bedroom door behind him.*
Gage: You know what. I don't need this. I'll just go stay with my parents for a while till I can get my own place. *Gage says aloud packing all his stuff into an Iron Man backpack.*
Zolo: No more Gage? A clean house? Is it worth it?* Sighs and says out loud.* No.
Gage: Come on! Does this thing even work? *Pushes the button for the elevator.* Screw this. I'm taking the stairs. *Walks to the doorway for the steps.* Bye Zolo.
Zolo: Damn! I'm too late. *Watches the elevator number go down.*
Gage: Man there are a lot of stairs. Who does this crap?! *A old woman jogs past him up the stairs wearing a moomoo and carrying two cats.*
Zolo: I'll just take the stairs maybe I can still catch up. *Races to the stairs.*
Gage:*Panting.* I really need to work out more.
Zolo: Alright he can't be too far down. *Takes two steps and bumps into Gage.*
Gage: Oh my Buddha! *Falls down three flights of stairs.*
Zolo: *Looks over the rail.* This building is poorly designed.
Gage: Ow…
Zolo: *Jumps down, and lands gracefully by Gage.* You okay? Gage?
Gage: I knew you would come back…*Passes out from the fall.*
Zolo: Idiot. *Picks Gage up.*
~Later~
Gage: *Wakes up.* Why'd you push me down the stairs?
Zolo: I didn't push you.
Gage: Oh, because I pushed myself. Yeah because that sounds realistic. Look who can lift a whale.
Zolo: Hay, that was one time! *Awkward silence.* I brought you back to get fixed up.
Gage: Aw. You missed me. I knew you liked me.
Zolo: I don't hate you, but I wouldn't say I like you.
Author's note K: Instant denial. Lies just fallen from those beautiful lips.
Gage: Details… details.
Zolo: You know this wouldn't have happened if your out of shape self would have taken the elevator. *He explains sitting up in the bed.*
Gage: you tried to kill me! I thought you were trying to scare me, but you tried to kill me!
Zolo: If I was trying to kill you then you'd know it.
Gage: I sure felt it. All over!
Zolo: I didn't even know you were on the stairs.
Gage: You're a vampire. Shouldn't you be able to sense these things.
Zolo: I'm a vampire not a Jedi.
Gage: The force is strong within this one… Except his brain!!
Zolo: I'll let you know I'm smarter than you.
Author's note K: He's smarter than a 5th grader.
Gage: Not really because I would rather have stopped before knocking someone down ten flights of stairs.
Author's note D: Gage is the type of person to jump off a cliff and then remember he couldn't fly… he'd be dead if it wasn't for Zolo.
Zolo: Um. It was three.
Frances: *Pops in.* Who wants cocoa?
Author's note K: Neither of us even like cocoa!
Gage: What is my brother doing here?
Zolo: I didn't know he was your brother, that's my secret lover.
Frances: What? You're cheating on me again?
Gage: What!? With my little brother?! Zolo! How could you!
Zolo: Hold on.
Gage: You make even the straightest of men think twice.
Frances: Calm down G. We're just messing with you.
Justin: *Comes in wearing one of Zolo's rainbow suits.* Zolo, how can you wear so much color? *Tugs on the sleeve.* Every time I close my eyes I see a rainbow.
Frances: Aw. It could be worse.
Justin: How so?
Zolo: You could be Gage with his color choices and broken arm.
Gage: Hey, that's not nice.
Justin: Oh, come on. We all know. Zolo isn't nice.
Gage: True. I think it's because he hasn't been laid in years.
Frances: You could fix that easily couldn't you?
Gage: So many issues so little time. That would take forever which I don't have.
Justin: *Puts a hand on Zolo's shoulder.* It's time like this that make you regret saving his life.
Frances: Yeah, I wouldn't have saved him.
Gage: This is coming from my little bro. I'm hurt.
Frances: You know my reasons.
Gage: That GI. Joe guy looked better in a blue suit!
Frances: This coming from a guy who belongs in an old black and white film.
Gage: Zolo likes the way I look.
Frances: That's not what he said last night.
Justin: You do realize you were talking to me last night.
Frances: Then where was Zolo?
Justin: He had a date.
Gage & Frances: With who?
Zolo: None of your business. I can do what I want, when I want, with who I want.
Author's note K: I typed half of this and I kept pushing the capital "L" button instead of this ":" .
Frances: Wow, someone woke up the wrong side of the bed.
Zolo: What bed? I've been sleeping on the floor.
Justin: Hey, bro. Don't you have to go to work today?
Zolo: What? Oh, yeah.
Gage: Do you need me to do any laundry?
Frances: To late. He's already out the door. So do you do all the laundry?
Gage: And get up a five in the morning to make him coffee
Justin: I'm taking one of your shirts, Gage.
Gage: Really, you have no idea where half of my things have been
Justin: Fine…*Takes off Zolo's rainbow jacket and shirt.* That's better, I'll just wear this.
Frances: Aw…My eyes.*Turns away.*
Justin: What's wrong with you we're all men here. Unless you have something to tell us, Frances.
Frances: I'm straight!
Gage: Calm down he's still half dressed.
Justin: But that can change if you want it to, Frances.*Grins and starts to unbutton his pants.*
Frances: For all that is holy don't!!*Pulls out a little cross.*
Justin: You know that only works on vampires.
Gage: No it doesn't, I should know I've tried.
Justin: I heard about that.*Pauses.* Frances, if it well make you happy…*Grabs a random shirt and slips it on.* See, I can get dressed when I feel like it.
Gage: But that's mine.
Justin: Not anymore.
Gage: I was going to wear that tomorrow.
Frances: Where has that even been?
Gage: Who cares…Look At It!*Points at the black shirt Justin's wearing.* It's amazing.
Justin: Catch ya later, I'm going to annoy Zolo at work.
Frances: Sounds like fun. Count me in..
Justin: Do I have to?
Frances: Either way I'm going.
Gage: What about me?
Justin: Three's a crowd
Gage: But-What am I supposed to do?*The room goes quiet.*What the hell man!
~At McDonald's~
Zolo: Do you want fries with that?
RC: I didn't order anything
Zolo: You didn't have to I read your mind
RC: Really?
Zolo: *Starts laughing.* Of course not.
Jerry: Quit messing with the consumers and do your job!
Zolo: Alright mom. She says I have to play nice.
RC: Does she now?
Zolo: Of course, So order something.
RC: I'd rather just set up another date. When do you get off?
Zolo: …I don't really know.
RC: Oh come on it's not like have anything better to do.
Zolo: Isn't once a week good enough for you?
Justin: Hay, big guy!
Frances: Yo!
Zolo: Hide.
RC: Why they seem harmless?
Zolo: Just hide.
RC: You know that tall one is kind of cute.
Justin: That tall one has a name.
RC: And that would be?
Justin: Name's Justin, and you would be?
RC: Mary, and this sexy man's girlfriend.*Leans over the counter and hugs Zolo.*
Zolo: *Shakes his head and hands.* It's not what you think it is.
Justin: We left Gage alone to see this he's going to be hurt.
Frances: I agree. He was all confused when he heard you went on a date and then we left him alone.*Puts a hand on his hips.*It's just sad.
Justin: I don't know she's pretty hot.
Mary: Who's Gage and you do realize I'm standing right here?
Justin: I'm aware of that.
Zolo: Gage is a friend.
Justin: Just a friend?
Frances: You know the guy is in love with you. When you left the room the other night he was talking about you in his sleep.
Justin: He even crappy job just to help out.
Zolo: Gage doesn't have a job.
Frances: That you know of.
Zolo: Ok, so where exactly is this fictional job?
Justin: A bar.
Author's note D: If Zolo got out more he'd know where Gage worked already
Zolo: That isn't possible.
Mary: Who are you even talking about?
Zolo: My roommate.
Mary: You told me you live alone.
Zolo: Technically I said I used to live alone, and he got really hurt so it didn't seem worth mentioning.
Mary: You lied to me!*Slaps Zolo.* We're through.
Justin: So, are you free tonight?
Mary: No!
Jerry: Zolo go home! Your making a scene!
Zolo: Alright mom!
Frances: How did you not know about his bar job?
Justin: Are you the only one that didn't know?
Frances: Even our mom knows..
Zolo:*Shrugs.* Gage, isn't the only one with secrets.
Frances: What are you talking about? He knows that you're a….you know.
Zolo: Maybe, but he didn't know I have a brother or how old I really am.
Frances: He knows your older then dirt. We share everything.
Justin: He has you there.
Zolo: Does he? Do you realize that one day Gage well notice your not aging and ask why?
Frances: I'm trying to find a way to tell him. It's not your condition anymore.
Justin: You could just go fluffy and see if that works.
Frances: Fluffy? That's new.
Justin: Not really.
Zolo: You two do realize we're still in McDonalds, right?
Frances & Justin: Yep.
Zolo: We should head home.
Frances: Race you there
Justin: Your on.
Frances: I have never lost to Gage and I'm not losing to you
Justin: That's nothing to be proud of.
Zolo: Calm down and get out the place first.
Justin: Yes, captain.
Frances: Hay, that's my position you're making fun of.
Zolo: Before you two kill yourselves. Let's make a pit stop on our way back.
Frances: Where to turn?
Zolo: Just go home and tell Gage I'm bringing him a surprise.
Justin: Got'cha, keep up slowpoke.
Frances: Oh, please I'm letting you win.
Justin: Whatever helps you sleep at night.
~At Hyvee~
Zolo: Looks like I have enough for three roses and a box of chocolates. Stupid dog took all my money.*Zolo's backpack barks.*
RC: Sir, dogs aren't allowed here.
Zolo: *Smiles.* I'm sure you can make an : I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to ask you to leave.
Zolo: I would but I'm sure it's called shoplifting to leave without : Fine, that's 10.50.
Zolo: Sounds reasonable.*Hands the random chick the cash.*
~Back at the apartment~
Zolo: I'm back!*Walks into the room.*Where's, Gage?
Frances: We told him about Mary and he locked himself in the bathroom.
Zolo: And you haven't gotten him out?
Justin:*Shrugs.* He locked the door.
Zolo: That door can't even keep Gage out.
Justin: You know me I didn't even try.
Zolo:*Walks over to the bathroom.*Gage? *Knocks on the bathroom door.* We need to talk, let me in.
Gage: No, leave me alone.
Zolo: Gage, I'm sorry.
Gage: I don't believe.
Zolo: I'm sorry, please, just let me in.
Frances: Aw.. He's sorry.
Justin: Oh, come on he isn't that heartless
Zolo: *Sighs*Okay, Gage, you win. Just stay in there and listen.*Turns around.* You two go home.
Frances: No, this is just getting good.
Justin: I'm with you, we aren't going anywhere.
Zolo: Fine..*Leans on the door.* Gage, please, just hear me out.
Gage: No, I don't want to hear your excuses.
Zolo: Gage, would you give me a chance to explain? I'm not the only one you has a secret. You had a job and you didn't tell me about it.
Gage: I tried! You didn't now go away.
Frances: He has his mind set…there's no getting through.
Zolo: Shut it, Frances! Now, Gage, you're still hurt let me in.*Waits for a response.* Gage, please?
Gage: Fine, but those two can't come in.*Unlocks the door.*
Zolo: You heard him.*Walks in.*Why are you in the bathtub?
Gage: Lock it. And I needed to cool off.*Sits back in the tub.* I'm listening, so, explain.
Zolo:*Locks door.* I'm sorry. It was only a date. I hadn't been out for ages and you being in a coma didn't help.
Gage: That's not what I heard.
Zolo: My brother rarely ever tells the truth.
Gage: All I ever seem to get from you is excuses!
Zolo: That isn't true.
Gage: Let's see…First of all you always blame me for getting us kicked out of the CIA, you can always find some reason not to spend any time with me, you said you didn't know I was on the stairs and now your saying it was only a date!
Zolo: Gage…I…I never meant…I didn't mean to hurt you…I'm sorry. Really, Truly ,sorry.
Gage: Then prove it.
Zolo: I brought you these.*Shows him the roses and chocolates.*
Gage: Is that all you bring to apologize?
Zolo: No, I stopped and bought you a puppy
Gage: I'll believe it when I see it.* A puppy walks out of Zolo's backpack.*
Zolo: See its right there.
Gage: You really do care!
Zolo: Why wouldn't I? And, Gage, no putting this one in the microwave please.
Gage: What's her name?
Zolo: Shop, I think.
Gage: She's adorable.
Zolo: Gage, it's a boy.
Gage: That's horrible! Fix it!
Zolo: I can't now calm down. You're getting cold water everywhere.
Gage: Thanks!*Hugs Zolo with his soaking wet body.*
Zolo: *Gives Gage a shy smile.* So, are we good now?
Gage: Sure, on one condition.
Zolo: What?
Gage: Kiss me.
Zolo: What?!
Gage: You heard me.
Zolo: *Sighs.* Is there anything else? Anything at all?
Gage: No, its this or nothing.
Zolo: Fine..*Kisses Gage.*
Gage:*Deepens the kiss and thinks.*Finally.
Frances:*Breaks the door in on them.*Don't kill him. He's…
Justin: Nice.
Zolo:*Breaks away.* Its not what it looks like.
Gage:*With a dreamy look.* All's forgiven.
Frances: Is that why he was….
Justin: You really need to get over yourself.
Frances: *Turns to the door.*Let's just go home and give them some privacy.
Justin: We should go to the mall. I need some new clothes.
Zolo: *Points to the door.* Just get out already.
Frances: We know when we aren't wanted.
Justin:*Hugs Zolo.* See ya later, brother.
Zolo: Bye.
*Justin and Frances leave.*
Gage: So, where were we?
Zolo: Nowhere.
Gage: I thought you'd be done playing hard to get.
Zolo: Let's get you into some dry clothes and save the talking until later.
Gage: Am I banished to the couch again?
Zolo: *Thinks about it and sighs.* No, your still hurt.
Gage: Yay!
~The End~
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Author's note- D and K tell you which of the creators had something to say