This is an alternate Universe. Barry is still a teenager here and he loves to writes letters. Oliver, is the arrow. And there is a little bit of age gap between the two. You can also check more of the tags on the other platform where this story is also published.

Just a reminder, there are OC and OOCs in my story. There will be Glee characters that might appear in the future.

Enjoy!
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November 17, 2011

Dear Mom, Dad, Papa, Mama and Lil Sis,

It's been 2 ½ months, since I made that stupidity of killing myself. Don't worry I am fine now, I just have scars on my left wrist and arm and my therapy is getting better. The Doctor who helped me was the same Doctor when I was 11, she is a nice old lady. Her name is Doctor Emma Roberts, sometimes she reminds me of Meryl Streep. Funny right? She just laughed at it and call me Silly Boy.

I also enjoy trick-or-treat, I am a zombie and Iris is a witch. I enjoyed giving sweets to kids. Bianca, I know you love sweets. Too much sweets though, results to cavities! So let's brush our teeth.

Everything is going steady, I gained weight. And my cheeks as Iris would say - "Your cheeks is turning into a Baby's cheeks" - and she will pinched it. It hurts, but if I made Iris smile because of that gesture, then I don't care about the pain of her pinching. Eddie, helped me to do a bit of workouts every weekends. You see, I have a bit of ABS now and muscles on my arms and legs. Don't worry I am not planning to have a body like Hulk Hogan. Neverrrr... You know sometimes, Eddie would joke like "For a guy like you, your built is different. You have a bit of a curve like a girl." Honestly, I don't know if how would I react to that, should I take it as a compliment? But I am glad of Eddie's workout regimens every weekends and his brotherly advice. I can feel that my vigor is really returning, like what I used to when I was the Captain of Lacrosse. We also talk a lot about some shows and ways to tease Iris. Hahaha!

Since I missed University, me and Joe both agreed that I can go next year. He wants me to be 100 percent okay. I am really okay now. But, I understand Joe. He is just worried. Maybe, graduating at a very young age has it's perk after all, don't you think? I can have a year's worth of vacation! Oh, please don't worry that I will slack off. I will not. Pinky swear!

Remember when I told you guys that I might do a part-time job? Since I am still 16 Joe made arrangements like legalities and stuffs so I can work in minimal hours. Iris, helped me out to find one and I was lucky enough to be a singer at Jitter's. Thanks to Iris friend who is the manager and owner of the cafe. Isn't that great? I will sing there every weekends for 2 hours. My talents will not be gone to waste. To be honest I missed singing and dancing, makes me miss the warblers so much. I wonder what they were doing though, might be busy with college life. And by the way I will also assist in ASL schools for children every weekdays.

I am also doing a self-study in cooking! Youtube helps a lot. That's why when Joe goes home, he doesn't have to worry about dinner or even lunch and snacks. There is always food at home. Iris, sometimes jokes that I can be a good househusband in the future. Who knows? If I get married to a Billionaire, I might really turned into a househusband! I still also pester Joe to teach me Grandma Esther's special. But, he still refuses to teach it to me. It is fine. I understand. I give-up. I might just brood.

I am also so happy today, because I went to CCPD. I saw their CSI Lab! It is so cool! I am imagining myself working there in the future. Investigating crime scenes, working on a very hard case and the impossible! I also met Joe's Captain and Boss. He is a nice guy! His name is David Singh. I hope he will be my Boss in the future and it is my ultimate dream to work as a CSI.

I will mostly be busy this coming months! And christmas is a month and a half away. I need to save lots of cash.

I will be writing to you soon!

With so much Energy,
Barry your Bear

P.S. November is also my last month of therapy, since I am a good boy. Yay!

November 26, 2011

6:30 pm

Dear Mom, Dad, Papa, Mama and Lil Sis,

A nd I wrote sooner, perhaps? I just missed writing to you guys. And hey, what is your current activity in heaven, if I may ask? Never ending tea parties? Unlimited bread? Pasta? Ohhh...thinking of too much food right now, makes my stomach growl.

I am currently in Jitters by the way and my performance will start soon! I am wearing a plaid red polo, a dark fitted jeans and a converse care of Iris. She is also here with her friends to support me! I am planning to sing Runaway with me, Live while we're young, or it might depend on the request from the patrons. Cheer for me, okay?

I will be back later!

8:00 pm

Wow! I can't believe I did it! The people at Jitters loves my singing and dancing so much! I am in pure bliss! Iris even shouted - "He is my brother! He is talented like me!". When I went down the stage, she hugged me so tight. She told me she miss my performances as a Warbler, because every time I stepped into the stage my confidence is immeasurable. When I performed earlier, I am imagining that Mama and Mom will sing with me, Papa will play the Piano and Dad and Bianca will cheer from the audience. It is a great feeling.

Ugh, I need to pause writing again. Iris and her friends are pestering me. And oh by the way there are girls asking for my number. I don't have a mobile phone. And I am not interested in them. I trust that Iris will take care of them. She said the she is my talent manager to those girls. Isn't that funny?

8:47 pm

Me and Iris decided it is time to go home, but Iris received a call from CCPD. Joe was shot! No! This can't be happening. We need to rush at Central City General Hospital.

I will write again soon.

I am so worried.

I hope Joe is okay.

Just kicked him out! Like what you did to me? Okay? I just can't afford to lose another family.

Dying of too much worry,
Barry your Bear

Barry and Iris rushed to the Hospital as soon as they received the call from CCPD. They found Eddie sitting in the waiting area, he is covered with Cuts, Bruises and his right arm is covered with bandages and it is currently in an arm sling. Iris rushed to Eddie's side and asked him what happened. "I am so sorry Babe, I was too careless. This should not have happened to Joe, it should have been me.". Eddie almost cried at Iris shoulders. "Bro,what happened? Are you currently on a mission?" Barry asked worriedly.

"Yes, we are investigating some drug deal near the barn. Then someone attacked us, that shot was supposed to be aimed at me, but Joe jumped-in and he was shot at the back. Jesus, I am so sorry Barry….Iris…this shouldn't have happened." as Eddie told both Iris and Barry on what had happened, his tears was nonstop.

Barry sat beside Eddie on his left side and puts his hand on his shoulder to give comfort."Eddie, don't blame yourself please. It's nobody's fault. It isn't your fault. Joe, will be okay." Iris on the right side cried too and gave Eddie a kiss on his cheeks and she puts her head on his shoulder.

They waited for 4 hours, while Joe is being treated in the Emergency Room. Barry prayed to the heavens that Joe is going to be okay. He will be strong for both Joe and Iris. He will never lose his Foster Father.

After a successful operation, Joe was brought into the ICU. He is now stable and he needs time to rest and heal. The doctor informed them that the bullet hit a vital part of his spine, and this might result to paralysis. They will know more of it, once Joe regains his consciousness.

November 28, 2011

"Bear, go home. Take a shower, eat and nap. It's been 2 days. I will take it from here." Iris looks at Barry with deep concern.

"I can't. I want to make sure that Joe is going to be okay. How can I sleep properly? I am worried you know. I want to be here when he wakes up." Barry answered tiredly, while scratching his eyes.

"I know Barry. I am worried too. You know this is Déjà vu." Iris giggled a bit.

"Déjà vu? What's so funny?". Barry raised his eyebrows.

"Because Dad is like this too, when you are admitted in the Hospital. He said that he won't go home, until you wake up. Funny thing is I also said the same thing to him, to you….". Barry was astonished as Iris told him about her Déjà vu.

Both laughed as they release their tension and stress these past few days.

"Can I join at your laughter? It seems fun. And can I have some water?" Joe grunted as he tried to get up on his hospital bed.

"Dad!"

"Joe!"

Both Iris and Barry rushed to Joe's side, they felt relieved upon seeing that Joe is awake.

December 16, 2011

Dear Mom, Dad, Papa, Mama and Lil Sis,

It is already Christmas Month!

Sorry, if you have to wait like 2 weeks for another letter. But I know you understand why.

And thank you for kicking out Joe to the place wherever you are. I feel happy. I didn't lose Joe.

But I feel sad too, because Joe is currently paralyzed. You see the bullet hit a certain part of his back wherein his mobility got affected. As I am writing to you, I am at Joe's room. I am taking care of him, he is resting. And I always help him on his wheelchair, but according to Joe he can feel some part of his legs. There is still hope.

Joe stayed at the hospital for 2 weeks, he underwent Physical Therapy. Me and Iris felt relief, that his paralysis is not permanent and it can still be healed through time and Joe's determination. He can still go back to CCPD. We just have to go religiously at the hospital for Joe's PT, on the succeeding months.

Eddie, still blames himself for how many weeks on what had happened to Joe. But Joe reassured him that everything is going to be okay, he will be okay and will be back in the field soon. Eddie is also on leave to heal.

Despite what happened to Joe and Eddie. Me and Iris are still thankful that they are okay, alive and breathing.

By the way, if you can see the West's house right now, it is wonderfully decorated with Christmas Tree, Christmas Lights, garlands and I made some christmas decoration which looks like Me, Iris, Joe and Eddie. I used clay and paint to create them. In japanese it is called chibi versions of us. When Joe saw it, he laughed at it. Because, I still act like a kid when it comes to Christmas. Who doesn't want Christmas, right? I still remember how we used to Celebrate Christmas, we usually celebrate it in France, right? Mama and Papa?

We used to watch Disney Movies during Christmas Eve too, right? Mom and Dad?

Maybe, I can ask Joe, Iris and Eddie for a movie night on Christmas Eve.

And I have a hunch. Joe, might be forced to teach me Grandma Esther's special pasta and Eggnog. I crossed my fingers on that!

Joe, is awake now. I will prepare dinner soon!

With Love and so much blessing,
Barry your Bear

December 25, 2011

Dear Mom, Dad, Papa, Mama and Lil Sis,

Merry Christmas!

Guess what? My hunch is correct! Joe taught me the secret recipe! Yay! I promised him that I won't tell anyone. Iris, felt cheated though when she found out. I just gave her a cheeky grin.

Eddie is here too. He celebrated Christmas with us.

I was assigned to the Appetizer and Main Course, while Iris took care of desserts.

We had a marathon of Star Wars movies, we sang and dance.

I received a bunch of science and mystery books from Joe, Eddie and Iris. But what I love the most is the autobiography of Harrison Wells! I was really hoping to meet him in person. Too bad only you Mama and Papa was able to talk to him, where was I during that time? Oh, busy at Dalton's Sectional for the Warblers.

I also gave them my presents - a knitted cellphone case for Iris, and scarf for both Joe and Eddie with their name on it. I made them myself.

You know I cried because there is a greater gift that I received this Christmas. Joe, was able to stand on his own from his wheelchair and he was able to walk, in baby steps! It's a miracle! Me, Iris and Eddie ran towards him before he almost lost his balance, we hugged him with tears of happiness.

And don't worry I didn't forget to put your pictures on top of the fireplace. Together with pictures of Me, Joe and Iris.

The flowers that I brought you today is called Star of Bethlehem it means Hope.

I am so happy right now. Words can't express how grateful I am.

I love you!

From the happy kid,
Barry your Bear

December 25, 2011

11:25 pm

"So, this is where I can find my best friend. Don't tell me that you forgot that it's Christmas Day and you are still working? Or you are just here, because you have a misunderstanding with your Mother or Thea again?" a man in his mid-twenties enters the office. He is wearing a typical dark blue coat with a white shirt inside, dark slacks and a signature dark brown leather shoes. With a cocky smile on his handsome face, what's prominent on this man's feature was his cleft chin and unshaven face.

"What are you doing here Tommy? Shouldn't you be celebrating with your Father?". The man inside the office gave Tommy an amused response. He is wearing a three-piece grey suit, black tie, and holding a glass on his right hand which contains Vodka, and same as Tommy he is wearing his signature black leather shoes. You can still see his physique is well built, despite the suit. But what is dashing about this man is his striking blue eyes, strong jaw, blonde hair and his unshaven face like Tommy. He is currently looking outside the window enjoying the view of the City at night.

"Why? Don't I have the right to go here Mr. CEO Oliver Jonas Queen? Come on! Why don't we go to Verdant and have more drinks? You should be grateful I remember you, you know. Why don't you give me a hug? Hmm? And care to give me one of your drinks?". Tommy teases Oliver.

"I didn't say that my best friend is not allowed here. You can visit me anytime. Just grab a glass on that shelf and here is the Vodka." Oliver responded with an amused laugh facing Tommy.

"Yes Sir!" Tommy answered playfully.

'Idiot.' Oliver laughed on how Tommy responded to him. The reason that he is currently at Queen Consolidated on the day of Christmas, is because he wants some time alone. He is thinking a lot of things, leading the company that his Father founded. His parents early retirement to enjoy their lives. Giving the CEO position to him. If this is the only the responsibility that he has, he could have managed. But there is this other responsibility that he also needs to attend to - protecting his city as the Arrow.

Those 5 years on the island, taught him a lot of lessons.

He still considers himself fortunate. He has Diggle, Felicity and Roy, who is helping him watching over his city.

Unfortunately, he's alone time is over now and Tommy is pestering him.

"Oliver. Why are you so quiet? Why don't we go outside? Enjoy the night and find some good shots. You know? It seems that you haven't get laid for a very long time now. Come on. Don't be such a killjoy." Tommy pouted and pleaded.

"I am not interested Tommy. Not anymore". Oliver faced Tommy with a straight face.

"Seriously? Oliver Queen? Billionaire playboy? Not interested anymore? Where is my best friend? What did you do to him? What did the Island do to you?". Tommy have this amused tone, he sat across the table next to Oliver while drinking his Vodka. He thought that a person can really change. Although, he never knew what happened to Oliver during those 5 years in the island. He never asked Oliver himself, because he knows that one day when his best friend is ready to open up, he will be here waiting….to listen.

"Hey Ollie, are you interested in something good? I mean sponsoring an event?". Tommy instantly changed the subject.

"What kind of event? If that is a club party. I declined". Oliver cringed.

"No, it isn't. You see there is this coming event wherein they will award the best Policemen in their department. You know best performance, loyalty awardee, years of service awarding...etc...etc...this will be held in New York though. next year on February, no specific date yet. I have to arrange for that. Police departments all over United States will gather there. We are looking for more sponsors. I am the main organizer. You might be interested. Oh, if you don't want to be known you can tag yourself as anonymous. I can take care of that. But you still have to attend. To see how it goes." Tommy explained.

Oliver thought about it for a while. Maybe, he needs a change of pace. Sponsoring these kinds of events is not so bad after all. Most of the time they sponsor charities and orphanage. The police force deserves these kinds of break and award, it reminds him of Captain Lance who always helps him secretly as the Arrow.

"Interesting. I want to sponsor that event. I can go to New York and please don't tell my parents about this and even Thea. I don't want them bugging me around. And I will use my own money in this sponsorship." Oliver responded without any second thoughts.

"Great Ollie! Cheers! And Merry Christmas!" Tommy is very grateful on Oliver's response.

"Merry Christmas Tommy!" Oliver smiled.

Tommy and Oliver clinked their glasses together.