Chapter 8: It's not always the Sky that is always Blue
The chapter title did not fit on the selection, so I just posted it here.
This is an alternate Universe. Barry is still a teenager here. 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.
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March 25,2006
Dear Mom and Dad,
I am so so sad. The coffins, they are so ugly, it scares me.
Mom, Dad...I really really hate everyone right now. I always hear how sorry they are for me. And how they keep on saying that the man in yellow is only my imagination. It's not! Even Joe doesn't believe me. Only Iris does. I know what I saw! I don't need their pity. I only need you, Mom and Dad. Please... If I am going to be good boy and study harder, are you going to wake up? And we will be together again?
I am so confused. I don't know what to do. Please come back. Wake up. Don't you feel uncomfortable in there? I love the both of you so much. I am so afraid. Come back. Come back.
Please….Mom….Dad….I can't live without you. Please. I can't take this anymore. I love you both so much that it hurts.
I can't breathe.
Love,
Barry
June 5,2006
Dear Mom and Dad,
Sorry. I am so so sorry, if I haven't paid you a visit. I am still scared. I can't sleep properly every night. The man in yellow still scares me every time I close my eyes.
I always sleep on the couch at Joe's house. Hugging your photo and my stuffed toy, it gives me comfort. One night I woke up and Iris is hugging me and singing a lullaby, she said that I was screaming and crying calling out to you.
I hate Joe for forcing me to go to Doctor Emma. I am not sick. I am not!
Mom...Dad...is it okay for Uncle Antoine and Auntie Lilian to adopt me and change my name? They will bring me somewhere far away and they want me to call them Mama and Papa, I am a Big Brother now too. Won't you get mad? Is it alright? They said we will go to France. I will study there. Sorry that I stopped going to school. I am so afraid of the bullies, they hurt me so bad especially Tony Woodward. I always run, but I was always caught up in the corner. They love hurting me. If Iris hasn't found me, I am with you now. Isn't that better?
They want to change my name to Sebastian. Is it okay?
Is this new life? Will I be a different person too? I will be missing you so much. Iris and Joe will take care of you, while I am gone. I promise I will be back. I just want to go somewhere new. We will be leaving 2 days from now.
I love you so much Mom and Dad. So so much that it's still hurts.
Love,
Barry
June 7,2006
Dear Joe and Iris,
When you find this letter, it means that I am gone. Flying to France.
Joe, I am so sorry for not talking to you for how many months. I feel so sad and angry when you forced me to see a Doctor. But still I am sorry for treating you that way. I now understand how you are worried about me and loved me like your own son. I will make it up to you, when I get back. I want you to know that I love you like my own Dad. I hope you forgive me for everything.
Iris, to my big sister. I am sorry for hurting you sometimes, for pushing you away. But I appreciate your lullabies to me every night when I am scared and crying nonstop. I will sing a song for you, once I get back. I love you.
Please take care of my Mom and Dad for me. Please.
Thank you for everything.
Love,
Barry
March 7,2012
Dear Mom, Dad, Papa, Mama and Lil Sis,
Hello to my beautiful family in heaven. It's been a while. A lot of things happened!
I thought that never ending surprises will end once we leave New York but it's not!
3 days ago someone dropped by our house and he introduced himself as John Diggle. He said that he is my benefactor's secretary. I was shocked at first, because I thought that I have a distant relative that wants to support my University? I asked him a lot of questions, even Joe, Iris and Eddie who is wary of him.
He introduced himself to us, that he is a former member of the US Military and he was assigned to Afghanistan. He even showed us his identification, even his family photo too. Wow! Her daughter Sara is so cute and his wife Lyla is so pretty. So we asked who is my benefactor and he said that the man's name is Robin Smith. He is not related to me by blood.
It sounds like an old man's name to me. Don't you think? Iris asks for Mister Smith's photo but Mister Diggle said that his boss doesn't want to show any of his pictures, as he is a very private man. Eddie and Joe just raised their eyebrows on what had just said.
I can feel that they are very skeptical of Mister Diggle. But I can feel that he is a very nice man and as for Mister Robin Smith, maybe I do understand that he wants to keep everything in private and I appreciate it a lot that he wants to support my studies up to Doctoral degree and that's a wow! Of course my family bombarded him with questions which Mister Diggle, answered them truthfully.
According to Mister Diggle - Mister Smith saw me performed on the night of the US National Cop Awards 2012. And he saw how talented I was and he loved my performance. He made a thorough background check on me. He knew about my name change, what happened to my entire family, and the cancellation of my scholarships.
Although my family knows about the cancellation. I never told them the whole truth. I felt bad for it. So, I decided to tell them anyways. I keep on trying to re-apply but they always decline, because they find me 'Mentally unstable' because of what happened during my childhood and the recent suicide attempt. Iris just holds my hand trying to comfort me. And didn't utter a word. I saw pure understanding in everyone's eyes. I feel guilty. But I know that they forgave me deep inside.
He presented to us my acceptance letter to Harold University. All of us were shocked! Iris almost squeaked. Joe and Eddie's eyes bugged out and my heart is pumping so fast in my chest. I feel like exploding!
Seriously?! HAROLD UNIVERSITY!
Is this real? Am I dreaming? Please pinch me! Because it's one of the most expensive boarding university in the world. Where elite and the most intelligent people study and the school's security is top notch. This school has an advanced state of the art technology. This is too much. I was in awe. Plus! It is located in Starling City where my Hero Lives. Yay! Do I ever have a chance to meet him? Wishful thinking! And Tommy is there too!
Mister Diggle also said that my benefactor has certain conditions.
1. He wants me to write to him every week or every 2 weeks about everything. Life experiences, love, friends and school. He wants me to be transparent to him. Mister Diggle, will go to school every week or every 2 weeks to collect my letters. So he is a traditional type of guy who loves handwritten letters.
2. He doesn't want me to take any part-time jobs and he wants me to focus in school.
3. He wants me to be always happy.(I will try my best on this department!).
Wow! I never thought that his conditions is not that hard. He seems to be an eccentric person. I like him now!
Mister Diggle also said that will not just cover my tuition fee, but he will also cover my allowance for $4,000/month, food, clothing and boarding. In short everything!
I was about to say yes, but Joe interrupted and he said that we will talk about this further. He just nodded and he said that he will wait for our decision. So he left with his contact details and my acceptance letter.
When left. I just pouted at Joe, I told him that it is easy to say yes right at that moment. And Iris agreed with me. But Joe and Eddie told me that "We will investigate this Letter if this is legit and we will check more about John Diggle". Fine! I will understand that they are just protective of me. But I do believe that everything is true. I believe in Mister Diggle and Mister Smith.
I find my benefactor a very mysterious man. This is what I think - he is old and he wants to spent his years helping people, old handsome man, he is a sad billionaire, he is single, he has a beard, a cane, a hat like Uncle Sam's, he is a music lover.
I hope I can contact Mister Diggle soon and tell him about our decision!
Ohhhh….I might not be able to sleep properly.
I feel so excited!
Soon to be a college student from an elite school,
Barry your Bear
March 11, 2012 - 9:30 AM
To: John Diggle
Fr: Barry Allen
Title: Accepting the offer
Dear Mister John Diggle,
Good Morning!
How are you Sir? I hope you are doing well and so is Miss Lyla and Baby Sara.
Me and my family is accepting Smith's offer. I am very grateful for him supporting my education. Please tell him that.
We will wait for your visit soon!
Thank you for everything!
Sincerely,
Barry Allen
March 11, 2012 - 11:00 AM
To: Barry Allen
Fr: John Diggle
Re: Accepting the offer
Dear Mister Allen,
Me and my family are doing well.
Thank you for accepting 's offer.
I will drop by your house anytime this week. I have already informed about your decision and he is very happy about it.
See you soon!
Regards,
John Diggle
March 14, 2012 - 5:30 PM
The West house is very lively. There are party hats, confetti, balloons and a big banner 'HAPPY 17TH BIRTHDAY TO OUR BEAR!' written in bold letter care of Iris. Because today they are celebrating Barry's 17th Birthday.
So Barry is busy the whole day - he is preparing home cooked meals, he made Grandma Esther's Lasagna, Specialized spaghetti ala Bear as to what Joe called it, roasted lemon chicken and chocolate chip cookies which Iris baked for Barry.
They heard someone knocked at the door. When Eddie volunteered to open it, he was greeted by John Diggle.
"Good Evening Mister Thawne, it seems my arrival is on time. I know it is Mister Allen's birthday today" Diggle gave Eddie a warm smile. He also saw that Diggle is carrying a big box and the man told Eddie that it is a cake for Barry from Mister Smith.
Eddie carried the cake and let the man enter the West household. When Diggle entered he can smell the food that was being prepared by Barry with Iris helping. He saw the birthday banner with Balloons and confetti. He smiled and he feels homey.
"Good Evening Mister Diggle! You are right on time! And wow! This cake is huge, this is for me?" Barry's eyes twinkled upon seeing the box of cake and arrival.
"Yes, it's Mister Smith's gift for you. And he is very sorry for not being able to visit you on your birthday. Because he is currently overseas. Attending business matters. He is a very busy man" Diggle saw the disappointment in Barry's eyes, but it shifted to something different - more of understanding the situation. Oliver should have seen this.
"It's okay Sir! I am happy for his gift to me. Please have a seat. We will start dinner soon!" Barry cheerily offered a chair to Diggle in the dining table.
When they opened the box, Barry's eyes are shining like a kid. It is a big crescent overlay chocolate fondant cake with a little rose design in the corner with a message written Happy 17th Birthday Barry! Fr: Robin Smith.
"Bear! You blow the candle later! Let's eat dinner! Come on!" Iris lets Barry sit on his chair and they enjoyed their dinner.
"Wow this is delicious! Who made these?" Diggle pointed at the food at the table and complimented each of them.
"Barry cooked and prepared everything, and Iris baked the cookies" Joe proudly answered Diggle's query.
"Great, you are a good cook " Diggle smiled while he continue chewing his food.
"Yeah, Barry is better than me! I told him that he can be a perfect househusband in the future! Once he married a Billionaire" everyone in the table laughed so hard at how Iris describes Barry's cooking and how the boy blushed so hard at their compliments.
When everyone is done with the main course. Eddie prepared the cake and lights the candle. But before Barry makes his wish and blew it, he asked a favor to Iris "Sis, can you take a picture of me like 2 times from your Polaroid Camera? So that I will give the other to Mister Smith?".
"Of course Bear! Okay ready? Make a wish blow your candle and smile!"
After the blowing of candles, it is time for dessert.
"Thank you so much for the lovely dinner and Happy Birthday once again " Diggle greeted Barry.
"Just call me Barry, Mister Diggle" he smiled warmly at the man.
"Okay Barry. By the way Mister Smith has another gift for you" Diggle pulled out a medium sized box from his bag, it is covered with a red gift wrap with a white ribbon on top. When he gave it to Barry, Diggle saw how the boy's eyes sparkle with so much happiness. "You can open it now Barry" and he nodded.
When Barry opened the gift box, he saw a card attached to it:
Dearest Barry,
I am very grateful that you accepted my offer to send you to school. I hope that you will like my gift to you. I know this is going to be very useful, because soon you have to leave your family and go to Starling City to study. And you can communicate with them everyday.
Happy Birthday and I always wish for your happiness.
From,
Robin Smith
Barry is in euphoria. He got a very expensive gift which is an Iphone 4s. I have a mobile phone! Yey! And Mister Smith's handwritten letter to him, he stared at it for a long time and the paper that was used it smells so nice, it smells like a flower. He feels so precious.
"Oh my gosh Bear! You've got an iPhone! Welcome to the club! And it's a 4s! Siri! Let's try it now and here this is my number, Dad's and Eddie! We can almost talk everyday, sent an SMS and Emails. I will be sending jokes to you! Hey Barry?" Iris is so happy that his brother has received a mobile phone at the same time she felt a little worried when Barry is not responding.
They can see how Barry is staring so hard at the letter from his benefactor and the gift. And they were shocked when tears started to fall from his eyes. Diggle never expected Barry's reaction. It's not tears of sadness but tears of joy. Look Oliver how you made this kid happy, you should have seen this.
"Guys, I am sorry. I am just so happy right now! This is too much!" Barry smiled to all of them that it reaches his eyes. Everyone laughed and Joe and Iris hugged Barry from behind.
"Mister Diggle? Will you be leaving soon? Because I will be giving something to Mister Smith, is that okay?" Barry asked worriedly.
Diggle shook his head and he told Barry that he can wait.
After 45 minutes, Barry descended from the Stairs and he gave an envelope to Diggle addressed to Robin Smith.
"Mister Diggle, thank you for dropping by today! I am so grateful of your presence! Please give that to Mister Smith and take care in going back to Starling City. We keep in touch" Diggle gave Barry his warm smile and patted the boys shoulder and he left returning to Starling City.
March 14, 2012 - 11:30 PM
John Diggle made it to Starling City before midnight. He went straight to the foundry and he only saw Felicity in there and as usual typing furiously and giving commands to both Oliver and Roy through the comms.
"Arsenal! Car number 2 is on it's way on the harbor! Arrow! You have to intersect it on the 5th turn!"
"On it! And contact Detective Lance about this drug deal. Good job team, we will be back in the foundry soon" Oliver responded through the comms.
"Oh so it's only a drug deal this evening" Diggle commented.
"Yeah, it's nothing serious. So how's your trip in Central? What is Barry's reaction? Tell me John! Tell me!" Felicity looked at Diggle excitedly, it reminds him of how Barry looked earlier. Maybe, when these two meet in person they are like twins who will talk non stop and babble a lot.
When Diggle was about to start telling Felicity about his visit at the West home. Roy and Oliver arrived.
"Hey! Good Job guys!" Felicity gave them a thumbs up.
"Hey Dig, welcome back!" Roy gave Diggle a high five.
"How's your trip Diggle?" Oliver smiled warmly and waiting for Diggle to tell them about his trip from Central City.
"It is worth it. The West home is very warm, we celebrated Barry's birthday happily and I discovered new things about him" Diggle saw how these piqued Oliver's interest.
"Barry is very good at cooking, her sister even joked that he can be a good househusband in the future" Diggle chuckled when he thought about Iris' comments.
"Wow! I feel so ashamed now. I can't even cook an egg omelette properly" Felicity crossed her arms and pouted.
"Barry is also grateful for the cake and he cried when he received your gift and letter Oliver. And here, he wants me to give this to you" Diggle handled a white envelope to Oliver.
When Oliver opened the envelope, he feels so happy. Inside is Barry's picture - he is wearing his midnight blue tux while standing near the window, he is very beautiful in the photo and his smile is so warm, he is glowing. There is also a note at the back of the photo: Here is my picture back in New York. Please buy a picture frame and put my photo in your desk so that you won't feel lonely :). Oliver smiled remembering Barry's performance during that night. The second picture is only recent - Barry wearing a party hat and smiling in front of the birthday cake that he also gave to him. With another note at the back: Thank you for the cake! I hope you are also here. But there is still next time!:)
Oliver chuckled at Barry's notes on the back of the pictures. He forgot that Felicity, Diggle and Roy is still in the room and they were kinda shock seeing their stoic leader smiling openly and it's reaching his eyes.
Felicity got so curious that she stands behind Oliver. "Wow! He is so cute in those pictures!" Oliver turned around and gave Felicity a dirty look.
"Oops sorry! Come on share it with us! Killjoy! There's a letter! Come on read it! This feels so exciting!" she punched Oliver in his biceps.
Oliver just growled out of annoyance to Felicity bugging him around "Fine".
March 14,2012
To my dearest-mysterious-benefactor-Robin-Smith,
Thank you for your wonderful gift! This means so much to me. I hope you are also here and you were able to taste my cooking. Maybe next time. Are you going to respond to every letter that I will send to you? I am hoping that you will! But if not, it is okay with me. I understand how busy you are. Please take care of your health! I want you to see me become a Summa Cum Laude.
I have a few questions to ask. Is that okay?
Are you old? I mean like 50s or 60s? Bald? Or blonde Hair? Or grayish? Do you always wear corporate attire? Do you have a beard? Clean shaven? A cane? And a hat like Uncle Sam's?:)
Do you know the Arrow? You see he is my Hero.
Sorry for my questions. But it is okay if you don't answer right away!
I am so happy right now and thank you again for your expensive gift!
I am looking forward to Starling City soon!
Love,
Barry
After they read Barry's letter, they find it very adorable. And that he adored the Arrow a lot. Oliver can't help, but smile at it and it gives butterflies in his stomach.
"Felicity, have you checked if the tracking device on Barry's phone is working?" Oliver asked Felicity. He asked her to put on a tracking device so that they will know that Barry is always safe.
"Yeah, it's working properly and he is at the West home" she informed him. Oliver nodded as a sign of relief and approval.
"Overprotective huh…" Roy snorted.
"I just wanted Barry to be always safe. And Felicity can you please upload the locator on my device? Thank you" Oliver gave his device to Felicity and the blonde begins working on it.
March 18,2012
Dear Mom and Dad,
It's been 6 years. I know that I have to move forward but somehow my other foot is still behind. This might never move forward as long as that man in yellow is still out there. I will study hard and I will be the one to solve this case, if no one else can do it.
I miss the both of you terribly everyday. I shouldn't feel like this, but when this date is coming - I feel melancholic. I feel broken again. It shouldn't be like this, I should be happy. You see I am already 17 years old. I just celebrated my birthday 4 days ago.
I got lots of presents - an expensive iphone and cake from , an acceptance letter from the University, and celebrating my birthday with , Joe, Iris and Eddie. I am so grateful for their love and kindness. But at the end of the day, I still think of you Mom and Dad.
I will go to Harold Park today and to the church. I also brought our Family photo album. I just want to reminisce every year how we eat snacks at the park, me and Dad playing frisbee, while Mom prepares the food and we pray at the church to give gratitude to the heavens above. Such wonderful memories.
Don't worry Mom and Dad. I am always trying to be strong in everything I do. I know you are watching out there. I have my family.
I am so sorry for feeling out of the blue today and I am crying again. I really can't help it.
I love you both so so much.
I hope you like the flowers I brought today, it's called Periwinkle. They are cute aren't they? It means reminiscing a pleasant memories shared with your loved ones.
Love,
Barry your Bear
P.S. I saw a very beautiful butterfly today. Is that your birthday gift to me? Thank you Mom and Dad. And I am playing some music to my iphone right now entitled "I am singing in the rain".
March 18, 2012 - 11:00 Am Harold Park near church grounds
"Tommy, what are we doing here?" Oliver curled his lip out of annoyance. They just finished a deal an hour ago near Central City.
"Oh, we used to go here when we were young. Don't you remember? Come on. And I need to check the renovation of the church nearby. Dad donated a big amount of money there, so he wants me to check the status. And what's with that annoyed face? We have the whole day today. So let us enjoy Ollie!" Tommy tugged Oliver's sleeves to follow him to where the church is located and Oliver just shook his head. Of course I know this park, silly. This is where I first met Barry, 11 years ago.
11:24 AM - Harold Church
Barry entered the church and it seems that it is under renovation. So he looked for a spot near the altar to kneel and pray. After he prayed, he sat and he opened the Allen Family Photo album. Half an hour have passed and as Barry reminisced everything and the night of the tragedy, tears freely fall from his eyes and cheek. And he silently sobbed on how he missed his parents so much and how it still hurts until this very moment.
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"Good Morning Mister Merlyn and Mister Queen" the foreman greeted the two men when they entered the church grounds.
Both men nodded and greeted the foreman in return. They do a little bit of discussion on what changes and improvements that should be made on the faćade of the church and what are the projects that has already been done and their other plans for it, after a short meeting they both roamed around and went inside the church to check the improvements that was made during renovation.
As they were about to go near the Altar, they heard little sounds of sniffles nearby. It was Tommy who turned his head first and he immediately recognized where it came from. Oliver followed Tommy's gaze and he was shocked to see that it is from Barry.
His angel is crying. What had happened?
"Ollie, it's Barry. I think we need to approach him?".
"Let's go Tommy, I think he needs some help".
Both men agreed and they made their way to Barry.
"Barry?" it was Tommy who called him first. Oliver wants to call Barry, but he became hesitant. Because this is the first time that they will meet face to face.
Barry raised his head and his eyes went wide when he saw Tommy Merlyn. Tears is still flowing freely from those lovely eyes, "Are you okay? Did something happened?" Tommy approached him worriedly. Barry stood up and Tommy was caught off guard when Barry hugged him. Oliver was dazed on Barry's action.
He sobbed silently on his shoulders, while Tommy is trying to calm Barry down while caressing his back "Hey Barry, it's okay. Shhhh…", Tommy looked worriedly at Oliver while the other felt a pang of jealousy.
After a minute of silent cries, Barry began to talk and look into Tommy's eyes "I am sorry Tommy. I am okay now" he smiled weakly his hands is still on his chest, while Tommy's hand is still on Barry's arms holding it tightly. Tommy was about to offer his handkerchief to wipe away Barry's tears, but Oliver beat him first.
"Here take my handkerchief. What happened?" Oliver worriedly asked him. When Barry turned his eyes to him, he was not able to utter any words. Time has frozen for Barry.
Those eyes are so Blue. Pretty.
Tommy saw how Barry was stunned upon seeing his friend Oliver. "Barry this is my Best friend Oliver Queen" he introduced him to Oliver. Barry just nodded and he is still looking at Oliver and didn't moved an inch. When Oliver saw the boys reaction, he went to Barry's side and he wipes his tears away.
"Nice to meet you Barry. I am Oliver Jonas Queen" after he wiped the boy's tears away. It was then that Barry was back to reality, upon realizing what Oliver did to him. His face heats up and looked at the floor.
"Oh, I am so sorry Tommy and that you have to see me like this. And thank you for your sweet gesture" he moved away from Tommy(much to Tommy's disappointment) and smiled warmly at Oliver.
"It's okay. How do you feel now? If you don't mind. Can you tell us what happened Barry?" Oliver furrowed his eyebrows.
Barry hesitated to tell Tommy and Oliver for the reason behind his tears. That they might find it stupid. But then again, it seems that these two men are sincere and Barry told them the reason. They nodded with a look of sympathy and they completely understand what he's been going through. Barry was also shocked when Tommy told him how his Mother was killed in the Glades.
"Barry have you already eaten? It's almost lunch time" Oliver asked. Barry just shook his head shyly and this time Tommy came up with an idea.
"Why don't we have lunch together! Barry any recommendations for a nice restaurant around Central City?" Tommy asked and Barry's eyes lit up.
Barry brought Tommy and Oliver to their family's favorite Italian restaurant at Central City. When they entered the establishment the Manager was surprised to see Barry accompanied by the two famous Billionaires from Starling City. He offered a beautiful spot at the restaurant which the three of them appreciated greatly, because it gives them a full privacy. They ordered their meals and after 15 minutes of waiting, it was the manager who served them their food.
"Here are your orders gentlemen! And this is for you Barry! An additional gift from us a special chocolate fondant! it was your birthday 4 days ago right? Happy Birthday young man!" the manager greeted Barry with glee.
Barry smiled shyly at the manager and he could feel that his face is heating up again. Especially when he saw Tommy and Oliver's reaction. "Thank you Sir Alex!" he responded with a large grin on his face.
When the Manager leave them on their own accord to enjoy their lunch. Tommy talked first "Hey Barry! You are so unfair you know? Since it was your birthday 4 days ago. Please wait for my gift okay?" he winked at Barry.
"Oh Tommy, no need to do that. This lunch is enough" he laughed blushing.
"Yeah, Barry deserves a gift" Oliver added.
"No no need Mister Queen".
"Please call me Oliver" Barry nodded shyly.
"Okay Oliver. You both don't need to bother in giving me a gift okay? This is enough. No cars. No extravagant houses. No expensive things. I am happy with this. Thank you" Oliver and Tommy laughed and Barry gave both of them a warm smile.
It took an hour for them to finish their lunch. Because of Tommy's childhood stories about him and Oliver. The three of them were laughing the whole time. Barry keeps on stealing glances at Oliver Queen, in which it didn't escaped Tommy's eyes. It was then that Barry's phone rang and he excuses himself to the two gentlemen.
"Hey Ollie. Don't you feel it? Your Barry keeps stealing glances from you" Tommy nudges Oliver's side and the other did the same.
"Shut up Merlyn" Oliver blushed upon knowing that his Barry took interest in him. He also smiled when he saw that Barry is using the phone that he gave him on his Birthday as Robin Smith .
"Hello. Sorry for the interruption it was my Foster Dad who called, he ask me where I am" Barry explained.
When Barry returned, it was then that Tommy stood up and excuses himself for a call as well. So it was only Oliver and Barry who was left on the table. They awkwardly steal glances at each other, until Oliver spoke.
"So Barry, Tommy told me a lot of stories about you. He said you were good at singing" when Oliver didn't hear any response from the boy he started to get worried. "Barry, is everything okay? You look kinda spaced out".
"Oh! Sorry Mister Queen! I mean Oliver! It's just that…." Barry bit his lips out of nervousness and he is blushing a lot.
"It's just that?" Oliver asked curiously and he leaned forward towards Barry.
"Uummm…..please don't laugh at me" Barry was looking into his eyes and he is blushing tenfold.
"I won't, I promise" he gave him his kindest and warmest smile.
"It's just that you look different in person and your eyes Oliver, they are so Blue and pretty, like an endless Sky, a heaven" when Oliver heard what Barry told him he can't help but compliment his eyes as well.
"Your eyes are so pretty too Barry they are so mesmerizing. They are like an expensive emerald jewelry" they stared at each other for a moment and Oliver can't help but notice the sparkle on his eyes and his shy smile. I want to kiss him so bad. Oliver thought.
They were broken out of their trance when they heard Tommy cleared his throat "Am I interrupting something here?" he teased the both of them.
"Oh no Tommy! We are both okay, nothing to worry about! You didn't interrupt anything. Everything is okay!" Barry babbled like he was caught stealing a candy from a jar.
Tommy just nodded. But he saw how Oliver and Barry stared at each other earlier. He felt a bit pissed off but he just ignored it.
"Um...Tommy and Oliver, thank you for treating me a delicious lunch today, but I need to go home now" both men nodded and a bit disappointed.
"We will take you home" Oliver offered.
"I am okay Oliver, there is no need. I am okay" Barry is refusing their offer.
"We insist" Tommy patted Barry on his shoulder.
Barry just nodded and thanked Tommy and Oliver for their offer, and the three of them left the restaurant. They took Barry home and they exchanged contact infos.
March 18,2012 - 8:30 PM
To: Barry Allen
Fr: John Diggle
Title: Moving to Starling City
Dear Mister Allen,
How's your day? wants you to move to Starling City on the first week of June. So that you can adjust there and familiarize yourself before the school starts. Your school will start by August.
I am looking forward to your decision.
Regards,
John Diggle
March 18,2012 - 9:10 PM
To: John Diggle
Fr: Barry Allen
Re: Moving to Starling City
Dear Mister John Diggle,
My day is good. I just went to the cemetery since it is my Mom and Dad's 6th year death anniversary.
Is it okay if I will go to Starling City at the last week of June? Because it will be my Mama, Papa and Lil Sis - 1st year death anniversary. And it will be the birthday of my Foster Sister.
I hope will understand.
I have a question, when should I start writing to my benefactor?
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Barry Allen
March 18,2012 - 10:15 PM
To: Balladeer
Fr: Mister Magician
Mister Magician(10:15 PM): Barryyyyyyy!
Balladeer (10:17 PM): Hello Tommy! Have you made it back to Starling City?
Mister Magician(10:19 PM): Yes of course. Thank you for asking. But I miss you already!
Balladeer (10:21 PM): Don't be sad Tommy. We can see each other again. I will be moving to Starling City soon. And thank you for taking me home.
Mister Magician(10:24 PM): Really? When? Why? And it's no big deal! We just want you to be safe.
Balladeer (10:27 PM): I will be studying at a University there. I might transfer at Starling by the end of June. I am so excited!
Mister Magician(10:30 PM): I can tour you around the City! If you want?
Balladeer (10:32 PM): Wow. That would be lovely. Thank you.
Mister Magician(10:34 PM): Anytime! Rest well Barry. Good night!
Balladeer (10:37 PM): Good Night Tommy!
10:20 PM
To: My Angel
Fr: Mister Blue Eyes
Mister Blue Eyes(10:20 PM): Hello Barry. Good evening. How are you? Are you still awake?
My Angel (10:22 PM): Hello Oliver. I am okay and yes still up. How are you? Thank you for taking me home.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:23 PM): I am good too just a bit tired. You are welcome. I just want you to be safe. Sorry for being straightforward but are you available this weekend?
My Angel (10:27 PM): It is okay. And you should take a rest soon. Being a CEO must be really hard, please take care of your health. Uummm….I don't know yet Oliver. Because, I need to accompany my Father to his therapist this weekend.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:30 PM): Oh I see. What happened to him? If you don't mind?
My Angel (10:32 PM): It's okay. He was on a detective mission several months back and he was shot at the back. But he is progressing properly. He can walk by himself using a cane.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:35 PM): That's good to hear that he is getting better. If you want any help. Don't hesitate to tell me. Okay?
My Angel (10:38 PM): Thank you Oliver. For your kindness.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:40 PM): So, I think let us reschedule? Just tell me when you are available.
My Angel (10:42 PM): Okay Oliver. Thank you for being understanding. I need to sleep now. Good night.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:45 PM): Good night Barry.
My Angel (10:47 PM): And Oliver?
Mister Blue Eyes(10:48 PM): Yes Barry?
My Angel (10:50 PM): Nice to meet you. Sorry we were not able to shake hands earlier, because you know….and thank you for wiping my tears away.
Mister Blue Eyes(10:51 PM): Nice to meet you too. It is fine. If you want someone to talk to when you feel sad. Don't hesitate to tell me everything, okay? That's what friends are for. Hoping to see you again soon.
My Angel(10:55 PM): Thank you Oliver. It means a lot to me. And hoping to see you again soon too. Sweet dreams!
March 19,2012 - 10:00 AM
To: Barry Allen
Fr: John Diggle
Re: Re: Moving to Starling City
Dear Mister Allen,
Mister Smith understands your request. You can move to Starling City at the end of June. He also informed me that you can start writing to him anytime. Just send the letter and address it to me.
Robin Smith
℅ John Diggle
Unit 3016, Diamond Flats. West Avenue. Starling City 44695
Regards,
John Diggle
11:15 AM
To: My Angel
Fr: Mister Blue Eyes
Eyes (11:15 AM): Good Morning Barry! How was your sleep?
My Angel (11:17 AM): Good Morning Oliver! It was great! I hope you do to.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:21 AM): Of course I did. Thank you. Although it is almost lunch time now. I feel tired. Endless paperwork's and meeting. What are you doing?
My Angel (11:22 AM): I am currently cooking. Preparing lunch - Cordon Bleu.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:24 AM): That is my favorite. I hope I can taste your cooking in the future.
My Angel (11:26 AM): Oh you will! It is not impossible. You see, I will be moving to Starling City by the end of June. For University! I am so excited! I told Tommy last night. I just forgot to mention it to you. Sorry.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:28 AM): Oh it's okay Barry. I can show you around Starling once you are here.
My Angel (11:30 AM): Thank you for the offer. But Tommy said he will show me around. Oh, why don't the two of you show me around the City, once I transfer there? It would be fun! And we can hang out more!
Mister Blue Eyes(11:33 AM): Tommy, will just use his car to show you around the city. It is boring. I am telling you. A motorcycle is better, don't you want that?
My Angel (11:35 AM): Wow! You have a motorcycle Oliver? I want to learn how to ride that one! Teach me! Please….and I think it will be more exciting using a Motorcycle.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:37 AM): Sure, I will teach you once you get here. Anything for you Barry. Don't tell Tommy okay?
My Angel (11:40 AM): Okay! Thank you so much Oliver! I won't tell him. I promise! Pinky Swear! Do it too!
Mister Blue Eyes(11:42 AM): Alright. Pinky Swear.
My Angel (11:44 AM): Yes! I made Oliver Queen do a Pinky Swear. Iris, will kill me for this.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:46 AM): Iris?
My Angel (11:48 AM): She is my foster sister. You know, you are on her cheat list.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:49 AM): Cheat List?
My Angel (11:51 AM): I will tell it to you next time! Please don't skip your lunch Mister Queen! Wow, I never thought that I am exchanging SMS with you.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:52 AM): Why is that?
My Angel (11:54 AM): Because you are famous and I never thought that I could be friends with you and Tommy. I am just a simple person.
Mister Blue Eyes(11:56 AM): I am just a simple person too Barry. Don't believe what the media is saying. Now, don't worry I will not skip lunch promise.
My Angel (11:59 AM): I know you have a good heart! Enjoy your meal! Me and Joe will eat too! Bon Appétit!
After exchanging SMS with Barry. Oliver feels so happy, that he is now talking to his Angel and that they are friends now. He has to take things slow from here. Although, he knows a lot about Barry's past. He wants him to hear everything, from the boy himself.
Baby steps Oliver. Baby steps.
April 9, 2012
To my dearest-mysterious-benefactor-Robin-Smith-who-will-send-Barry-to-University,
Hello! How are you? I know I have a letter to you back on my 17th birthday. But I feel that this is my first official letter to you.
I know you made a thorough research about my past. Don't worry I am not angry and offended about it. I am glad because you accepted me for who I am. And I don't know how to thank you enough - I will study hard! That I promise. We haven't met in person yet, you might find this uncanny but I feel that you love me like your own son. Don't you? I hope you do. Because I am starting to love you like my own Dad. I hope this doesn't sound cliche or bad or anything.
You said that you want me to be transparent to you about everything. Don't worry I will! And I am so glad that I have someone who will keep my secrets.
You know, I usually write letters to my parents in heaven - Mom, Dad, Mama, Papa and my little Sister Bianca. You don't know about this one! I tell them about my secrets and my experiences everyday. I know I have Joe, Iris and Eddie. But I feel more secured when I am writing. I started to write letters when I was a kid since Mom and Dad died. Doctor Emma told me that this is my way of coping.
I usually just keep my letters for them and every time I visit their graves I burn it. Because I believe that they will evaporate and will reach the heavens and they will read my letter.
I still do this until now. Because I still have my depression. Writing letters helps me ease my pain and sadness. I know that you want me to be happy always! And I will try my best on that department!
But now that you are here in my life, I feel so happy! I can write to someone who is alive and I will know what your reaction will be on each of my new discoveries and adventures that lies ahead.
I want to share something new to me this past few months. I have a new friend - Tommy Merlyn and his best friend Oliver Queen.
I haven't shared this with Iris, because she loves punching me in my arms. It hurts and I am having little bruises. Although, she knows that I have met Tommy Merlyn back in New York. I haven't told her yet that I am also now friends with Oliver Queen, I am also exchanging SMS with the two of them. Please don't think that I am abusing your gift. It's just that, I have fun talking to the two of them. Tommy is very funny and sweet, while Oliver is kind, reserved, gentle and sweet too! Do you know them? I bet you do. Because, they are always in the Magazine, internet and tabloids. But , they are very different in person. They might be billionaires, but they are also normal people. At first I find them intimidating, but they prove me wrong.
I like Tommy a lot, because of his sense of humor. The first time that we were introduced, we easily clicked. It's just that he loves hugging me and so do I. I feel very comfortable around him. I named him on my phone book for the sole reason of Iris not finding out that I am exchanging messages with him and because his last name is Merlyn, it reminded me of Merlin the Magician in King Arthur's table.
I like Oliver Queen too! If you don't know him well. He looks like a snob person, but he is not. I think he is a type of person that doesn't trust people easily. I feel shy when I saw him, because he saw me crying like a baby. But I feel so precious when he wipes my tears away using his handkerchief - it smells nice, I wonder what kind of perfume does he use? I like it. I thanked him via SMS, don't worry! I also love Oliver's eyes. They are so blue! They are so expressive. I told him about it and he said that my eyes were pretty too(I feel he is very sincere in saying that). He is very handsome too. I find him very very very attractive. No wonder that he is on Iris' cheat list.
I forgot to tell this to Oliver though: It's not always the Sky that is always Blue, but your eyes. - Ugh! I find this so corny!
Oh, if you are wondering about the cheat list. Iris and Eddie have a list of people who they can cheat with but only three people. I am included on Eddie's cheat list. Isn't that weird and funny at the same time?
I named him Eyes on my phone book for the sole reason of Iris not finding out that I am exchanging messages with him and because his eyes struck me the most. I am sorry. But I really do love his eyes.
Will you find it weird that I like both Tommy and Oliver? In a different way? I really don't know, but when I am with them. I feel incredibly happy. Tommy's jokes and Oliver's mysterious smile. But to be honest right now - I want to know Oliver more, he seems kinda mysterious to me. Like you! He said he will teach me how to ride a Motorcycle, once I moved to Starling. Yay! We only met once in person, but I could feel that I can be comfortable around him and be myself.
I haven't dated girls, I get attracted to boys and back in Dalton Academy, a lot of boys is wooing me. I hope you will still love me for this. But I can feel that you are not a judgmental person.
Is it okay that in my next letter. I am going to call you Daddy Robin? Or just Daddy? I feel that you are a sad person too like me. You can call me Bear. Or My Son. We can be a family! Me and you! Just like Joe, Iris and Eddie.
I hope you will respond to my letter. But I understand if you cannot, because you are a very busy person. I trust will never read this.
Til next time! Please take care of your health as always.
With Love and adoration,
Barry
P.S. I am enjoying Siri on my phone right now. I am making fun of this AI.
And is your eyes blue too? Because if yes. When we meet in person, I will love staring at them.