"Happy Birthday Ollie! Happy Birthday Ollie! Happy Birthday, happy birthday! Happy birthday my love! Here is a fondant cake I made for you! Love lots! My wish for you is to stop being -himself-a-lot orrrrrrrr -is-my-fault orrrrrr -himself-all-day….hmmmm…...or Mr.I-will-shoot-you-in-the-back-with-Arrows! Love you Ollie! So much! Don't be mad okay? See you in a flash!"
When William entered the Time Vault, he saw his Father in his usual spot. But this time Barry is not laid in his capsule. They are sitting in a larger hospital bed - the speedsters head is cradled in Oliver's shoulder, the bed is elevated in 90 degrees angle, arms around Barry, holding his hand, caressing his cheek, talking to him with a serene smile on his face and watching the video 5 decades ago. It looks like they are watching a late night show with Barry falling asleep in his Father's arms. It also didn't escaped his eyes that Barry is not wearing his usual Flash suit, but instead he is wearing his civilian attire. Maybe Dad requested Gideon to dress him up for this special occasion.
A small smile formed on William's lips. He remembers their late night bonding time watching Disney movies, which his Dad is complaining a lot, because he is not a fan of those. But he and Barry will just give him a puppy eyes look. And the green arrow will just surrender. Then they will be eating popcorns in different flavors and The Flash falling asleep in his Father's embrace as his exhaustion is taking over, saving Central City and working as a CSI at CCPD.
He missed those times. After what had happened in Lian Yu and losing his Mom. He thought he would never have a family again. His relationship with his Dad is not that smooth at first, it was so rocky that he loathes him and blames him for everything. But Barry came into their lives. Oliver changed a lot and so was he. The house is full of life, love and laughter.
He will always miss his Hero's nerdy and dorky jokes. He will always miss Barry, helping him with his assignments and bringing him to bed.
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"Dad, is it okay if I change my last name?" a 15 years old William Clayton asked.
"I thought you don't want to carry the Queen name" this caught Oliver off guard.
"Dad, it's been 5 years since I lost Mom. I only have you and Barry. Changing my name doesn't mean that I will forget her. I am sure she will understand" the young boy seated beside his Father and he took his hands.
"I wanted my name to be William Allen Queen. Barry is my parent now too. I know that you are just engaged, but I believe that one day he is going to open his eyes and come back to us and you two will get married. I love Barry so much, Dad. I love the both of you so so much"
That is the first time that William saw Oliver Queen, the Green Arrow and Mayor of Star City breaks down in front of him.
And their Father-Son relationship gets even more stronger. Both of them are holding on for Barry.
Unbeknownst to his Father at first. He always visit the Time Vault and seeks solace by talking to the sleeping speedster. Until when he reached college and was gone for a week and they were looking for him, eventually it was Caitlin who found him crying beside Barry. Telling all his problems and troubles in life.
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He smiled at those memories and it brought tears in his eyes.
It is time to approach his Father.
"Dad, you are here at the Time Vault again. Everyone is waiting for you at the Mansion. You've been watching that every year. Aren't you getting tired of it? Let's go" William laid a hand on his shoulder.
"I will never get tired of it Son. He is like a ball of sunshine to us. And William can you please call Wallace? I want him to help me put Barry in a reclining wheelchair" Oliver raised his head asking for his son's permission.
William just nodded with a bright smile, he knows that his Father wants to bring Barry again on their usual rooftop spot and celebrate his 83rd birthday together. Unfortunately, the building is already run down and is deemed an hazardous area.
"Dad, your usual dating spot is no longer safe. You can bring Barry at the Mansion and there is an alluring place in there. I've already prepared it for you and I am sure he will appreciate it a lot. But right now everyone is waiting. Team Arrow & Team Flash are complete"
Wallace West also known as Kid Flash, arrived 5 minutes later after William summoned him. He is the grandson of Wally West and has taken his mantle several years ago. No one dared took the Title of The Flash, because Barry Allen is still alive and no one deserves that title only him. Sadly, nobody knows when he will wake up or when he will remain in his deep slumber forever until everyone dies.
"Is Uncle Barry always this light? For a tall guy like him, he is light as a feather" Wallace carried Barry in bridal style and transferred him to a reclining wheelchair.
Oliver laughed and nodded on the speedsters query. If he is just as strong and younger as he was before, he will never get tired in carrying Barry's beautiful body. Eventhough Oliver aged he is still standing tall. He never used a cane and a wheelchair.
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"My fiance" Barry is showering Oliver with his kisses, as they made their way to their bedroom.
"You know for a tall guy like you. You sure as light as a feather. I love carrying you like this Bear"
"Mmmm….perks of being a speedster I guess…and you are lucky that I am sexy Ollie. You can't resist me" Barry giggled and still continues kissing Oliver while he is still being carried in bridal style.
When they reached the bedroom, Oliver gently laid Barry to their bed.
"You look nervous Bear. We can just sleep if you want" he held and caress his face gently.
"A bit Ollie, but I am okay..this is my gift to you...because you know...I haven't done this before…to anyone..only you...but I trust you always. Happy birthday my fiance. I love you forever and ever" despite Barry's admittance on how he felt at the moment. Oliver can still see his overflowing love and trust.
"I will be gentle my Bear, I promise. I am honored that you trust me so much and I will forever cherish this moment. I love you too so much" and their lips connected once again and this time it was more passionate.
The Green Arrow and The Flash became one in both body, mind and soul.
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When they arrived at the Queen's Mansion, everybody rushed towards him, but they stopped midway upon seeing Barry.
"Grandpa Barry is here!" Samantha approached the sleeping speedster and she gave him a kiss on the forehead, Robert did the same gesture.
Everyone in the room gave their respect to the Central City Hero.
The Mansion is full of life, as they celebrated Oliver Queen's birthday.
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After a fun celebration William guided his Father and Barry through the mansion's rooftop.
When they reached the area, Oliver was in awe. The night sky is so clear, the stars are in full burst.
"Dad, it reminds me of Barry's science trivia and I miss his weird science explanations. Whenever, we watch the stars together".
Oliver hummed with a tone of approval at William's statement and a minute later he began singing a song which is very familiar to both of them.
"Running home to you"
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"Barry you didn't changed anything after I left for a while" Oliver roamed around the penthouse.
"Of course I won't this is our home Ollie. You, Me and William. We arranged it together" Barry slowly approached Oliver and wrap his arms around his torso and he listened to the archers heartbeat.
"I am so sorry Bear for hurting you. After the Music Meister fiasco, I thought I am going to lose you. Bear, I feel so stupid to break everything off. I've realized a lot of things…I thought doing this is the best to protect you from Adrian, but I was wrong…" Oliver's eyes glazed with unshed tears.
"I won't go anywhere my Ollie. I am here. Just let it go, we are both superheroes remember? Don't forget that. I am here" as Barry finished. Oliver wrapped his arms around the speedsters waist and cried.
William is currently hidden at the side of the stairs listening. And he decided to play a song that his Father composed for Barry.
When Oliver heard the melody being played around the penthouse. He began singing. 'Must be Williams doing', he smiled and he is grateful for his son's idea. And the two of them began swaying with the tune.
Barry was mesmerized upon hearing the archer sing, it is very rare for Oliver Queen to serenade him like this. It gives him solace. And tears started to fall freely from his beautiful hazel-green eyes.
When the song ended, Oliver knelt in front of Barry, showing the ring.
"Bartholomew Henry Allen, will you marry me?"
"Yes Ollie! Yes of course I will marry you!"
Oliver stood up and put the ring in Barry's finger, and William run towards them. Hugging his Dad and soon to be other Dad.
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As the song ended, both Father and Son decided to go back inside and return Barry to the Time Vault.
When they returned, Barry was once again laid by Wallace in his capsule. And Gideon automatically changed his attire to his usual Flash suit.
"Goodnight Love" as Oliver kissed his soft lips. William and Wallace gasped.
Upon hearing the reaction from the other two people in the vault. Oliver returned his attention to Barry and his eyes widened.
A single tear dropped from Barry's closed eyes.
"Bear?"