Will pushes the door to the apartment while softly holding Sonny's elbow that he hasn't released since they got out of the car. Sonny is letting him, still in a daze. There's no-one in so they just seat on the couch. Will turns a little, legs apart to allow Sonny to lodge himself between them and put his head on his chest. He massages Sonny's scalp, strokes his shoulders and Sonny drifts off. He's woken up by an invasion. Three over-excited-high-pitched voices pervade the room, Sami Bradi's exhausted tone dominating the rumpus. She gives Will a kiss and he murmurs something to her. Soon, the kids are led to their bedrooms. Sonny is lifted and put back on the cushions. He hears clanging dishes noises. Sami comes back alone and sits next to Sonny. She asks kindly "You need anything?" Sonny smiles for the first time since he came in. He shakes his head and looks at Will who's fussing near the kettle. Will asks his Mom "How come you're home so late?" "The kids were looked after by Marlena. I had to stay late at work. I'll put them to bed in two minutes. You're making coffee?" "No herbal tea. You want some?" Sonny listens to the quiet dialogue and regains his balance little by little? Will comes back, holding two mugs and gives him one. Sonny takes it and Will bends to kiss him on the lips. The main door opens at that moment. Lucas appears at the threshold.
Will's father is standing in front of them with an unreadable expression. Sonny is getting fed up of feeling guilty each time he sees Lucas. He doesn't have any energy left to fight, yet his body gets in defense mode and his worn-out nerves are making him irritated in advance. Lucas is silent and looks at Will who puts down his mug on the coffee-table and drags his parents to another room. Sonny takes a few sips and lies back, his whole body calling for Will who's so far, at a few feet from him. He looks at the hallway's door, hopeful but is disappointed when he only see Lucas. Who has a weird gaze and sits on an armchair. He twists his hands together "Will told me you're quite shaken up. You want to spend the night here?" Sonny wonders if he's asleep without knowing it. Or if Will has threatened his Dad or anything explaining this happening. He has no idea what to say or how to say it. He opts for "On this couch?" Lucas shakes his head with half-a-smile "Will has a double bed. I guess I have to get used to the idea of my elder starting an adult life." Sonny feels a smile full of gratitude is spreading on his lips. Lucas taps his hands and gets up, looking ill-at-ease. Will is back with Sami, who looks agitated "... don't interfere, mom, I beg you!" "I'm sorry, Will, but you're my son, I can't bear knowing you're in danger. We know some people..." "Yea" Will answers "Your father, Roman Brady, chief of police, who's already in charge of that case and will manage it way better than you!" Sami is fuming but Will is standing straight, talking with a confident tone. Sonny is stupidly proud of his man. He likes Sami but realizing Will can stand for himself is reassuring. Notably here, as it seems to be hard to do. Both adults go and put the children to bed and Will holds a chivalrous hand to Sonny and guide him to his bedroom. Sonny enters him, filled with a curiosity that replaces his dark thoughts. The room is simply decorated, clear-walled, a big CD collection spread everywhere on shelves or the desk, a framed signed Cubs' shirt and a photo next to the bed. To which he's being led by a sweet and determined Will. Once he's laid down, Sonny recognizes himself on the photo, grinning at Common Grounds. He makes an inviting gesture to Will so that he will come over him. Will obeys with a big smile and both unite in a long kiss, ready to forget that night and the stress, taking advantage of being alone and in love. In silence, they dress the other down and slide under the comforter, lying on the side, Will behind Sonny, entering him slowly. Sonny bites his lips and clasps Will's hand over his shoulder. Their movements are tender, in harmony, slowed down by the weariness which turns into deep relaxation and Sonny finally ejaculates, not really aware of Will withdrawing as he falling asleep.
In the morning, he opens a perplexed eye to an unknown ceiling. Soon, the now-familiar sensation of Will's warm and soft body recalls things to mind. He goes on a trip to the bathroom and comes back to retrieve his clothes from under the bed. Will opens a blurred eye and catches his hand, peppering it with little kisses. Sonny kneels and kisses his neck. He whispers "Hi, kitten. You're feeling better?" Will stretches like the kitten he actually is and replies "Yes, I think so. And you?" "I'm fully functioning now/ Thanks for yesterday, you've taken things upon you. I'm sorry. Chad is your friend and all of it, it's insane." Will nods and hops from the bed, with the energy of youth "To know he's innocent, it changes everything! We'll see Hope today. And Abby too, we have to tell her and Mel and..." In those moments, Sonny loves Will more than ever.