This fic is an AU fic that takes place in the beginning of season 4 right after TOW The Jellyfish. Ross and Rachel got back together while they were at the beach and stayed together. Monica and Chandler aren't together yet. Joey and Phoebe are both single and Kathy never existed.
Disclaimer: All Friends characters belong to Bright, Kauffman and Crane. I do wish I owned Chandler!
Title: Through It All
Rated: PG
Summery: An illness brings a couple together
Chapter 5: Being There
"If this is a joke" Ross started breaking the silence. "Its not a joke Ross" Chandler assured him. "Ma…maybe the doctor's wrong" Joey pointed out. "Yeah like on that one episode of ER Carter told a construction worker he had leukemia but he was wrong he mixed up the results with a divorced dad he was the one who really had leukemia" Phoebe added. "This isn't some must see TV show on NBC Pheebs this real life okay" Monica cried. "Shh its okay" Chandler whispered hugging her close to him. "So, uh what, umm what are they going to do, Chemo or a bone marrow transplant" Rachel asked softly. "What? My dad is a doctor you know" she said when they all looked at her.
"My doctor wants to admit me to the hospital tonight for Chemo and then I'll probably need a bone marrow transplant but I don't have any brothers or sisters so the chances of finding a match is unlikely" he explained to them. "What about Nora or Charles" Ross asked "Well its possible one of them could match but I haven't spoken to my dad in years and I have no idea where my mom is" Joey looked at his best friend "How about someone who's like a brother" he asked. "Its possible but I could never ask any of you to put yourselves through it for me" he whispered "We're your friends Chandler we care about you we want to help you" Ross replied "it involves needles Ross" he said "Mon still has a tiny scar on her finger from her ring from when you pressed it into it"
"I know the whole Kiwi allergies thing but this is different Chandler we've been best friends since College and if I can help you I'll do it even if it does involve needles" Chandler couldn't help but smile a little "Thanks man" he whispered "We'll all get tested and we'll all be here for you" Rachel said. "Yeah and I'll cleanse your aura get rid of all that whiteness" Phoebe grinned. "Thanks Pheebs" he chuckled slightly. 'Well I guess I better get back down to the hospital" he whispered 'Want us to come with you" Joey asked "No that's okay guys Mon's gonna stay with me tonight bit you guys can come in the morning"
"Hey why does Mon get to go what makes her so special" Joey whined. Monica sighed, "I am his best friend you know" Both Joey and Ross looked at him "I thought I was your best friend" Ross crossed his arms "No I thought I was" Joey whined. "Guys you're both my best friends okay but Mon" he wrapped his arm around her "Is more than a friend" he smiled kissing her cheek. Normally Ross would have wanted to kick Chandler's ass but seeing them together made him realize she may be what Chandler needs to get his through this rough time. "That's my sister you better take care of her," he said "Don't worry Ross I will" he pulled her a little closer to him. "I knew it! I told you they hooked up!" Joey grinned, "Shut up Joe" Rachel smiled "You two are so cute" Phoebe grinned and nodded in agreement.
"Thanks guys" Monica whispered "I better get Chandler to the hospital we'll see you all in the morning" They all hugged Chandler giving him words of love and encouragement as the couple left.
Later that night Chandler sat up in the quiet, dark hospital room. He was worried about tomorrow, worried about starting Chemo thinking about how sick it might make him, how he might lose his hair, worried about how afraid he really was. Monica laid beside him, her arm draped over him. Tears filled Chandler's as he watched her sleep. The love he had for her was strong than the love he ever had for anyone else. "I hope I can beat this," he whispered brushing her hair from her face. "I…I want to make you happy Mon, I want to make all your dreams come true" he whispered "I'll fight until there's nothing left to fight with to stay with you" he laid down in the bed pulling her into his arms. "I love you Mon I promise I'll be with you always" he whispered as his tears splashed on the pillow.
Chapter 6: Starting The Fight…Chandler begins his Chemo and all his friends get tested for a bone marrow match…Coming Soon!
Author's Note: Hello Children here's the next chapter! Again thanks for all the wonderful reviews! You guys are the best!
