My silence is just another

word for my pain.

It had been about a month since the death of Justin's parents' which meant graduation was in three days. He sighed as he listened to the presentation they were giving about the ceremony. His butt felt like he had jumped off a bridge and his tailbone slammed against the water below it because of how uncomfortable the bleachers were. The gymnasium was very muggy because of it being spring along with how many people in the gymnasium and their breathing. As of right now, they were explaining something about why the students needed a speech and all that. Justin used the time to really look at the gym itself.

The size was as big as a basketball court. That was pretty obvious, if people didn't know. On the left side of the court it said "Pinewood," meaning Pinewood High. "Smokies" was on the right side of the court. Both words were painted gray and outlined in a black outline. The school colors were black, gray, and red. Their mascot was a Yorkshire Terrier to represent the famous dog Smoky that served in World War II. At the half court line was a Yorkshire Terrier paw print in red with PHS painted black in the middle.

The walls were white and gray with a line of red every now and then. Door frames and wall trims were painted black in all classrooms and entrances/exits. Justin got lost in the glossy look of the floor when he heard his name being called. His head shot up as his eyes searched for the source of the voice. Everyone has been called to get a brochure with the graduation information on it. The teen quickly got up and stepped down the bleachers, taking the thin packet of paper from Mr. Sanders as he went.

Kids now filled the hallway as the bell rang to go to seventh period. Justin mentally rolled his eyes as he noticed Darren Smith and Riley Walker, the two kids who loved to tease him. Quickening his pace as he tried to make it to class before they saw him, his hands began to shake. Fear covered him like a blanket as a hand gripped his wrist and spun him around. A pair of brown eyes were met with his as he stare blankly at Darren.

Dark blonde curly hair made a mop on his head and covered one of his eyebrows. Justin had to admit, he' was cute. Maybe if he weren't such a jerk he'd date him.

"Hey, Mr. I-Was-An-Accident," Riley laughed from behind Darren.

Justin moved his eyes to his blue ones as soon as the words left his mouth. They looked down at him as Riley combed his fingers through his medium cut jet black hair. Just like Darren, Riley was cute but also a jerk.

It was all a blur after Justin watched Darren's arm move towards him. Next thing he knew, he was on the floor and both of them were walking away laughing. The chipped tiles that had many years of feet on them were cold against his exposed skin. Everybody roared in laughter as he picked himself up, his hand hesitantly reaching up to touch his lip. Justin winced in pain as he touched a cut on his lip that resulted in his teeth digging into his lip when his head smacked the floor.

Justin's stomach ached from being shoved hard in that area as he made his way to choir. He sighed in relief as he got to class right before the bell rang. A puff of air escaped his lips when he plopped into his seat. A voice rang in his ears so he turned turn his head to see Jacob. One of his eyes was blue while the other was brown, it was called heterochromia.

"What happened?" he gestured towards Justin's lip.

"Oh, Darren shoved me to the ground and I busted my lip open," the other responded without emotion.

Silence took over as Jacob peered at Justin curiously, his heterochromatic eyes trying to look through him. The whole class jumped as the door flew open to reveal Ms. Chandler with frizzy hair. Justin didn't question why she looked like that but he got his answer soon.

Mr. Strauss walked in as if on queue and stood in front of Ms. Chandler's desk. His tie was a little loose around his neck and his hair looked as if fingers were combed through it endlessly. Justin watched as he set some black framed glasses on the table and spoke.

"You left these in the staff room."

Justin bit the side of his lip, without the cut, to contain his laughter. She cleared her throat and said 'thank you'.

Toward the end of class after a lot of singing and theory, they were being listed to see if they were to wear a red or black gown for the graduation. Apparently people with a gpa less than a 4.0 had to wear a black gown and people with a gpa of 4.0 or higher had to wear a red gown. They thought that kids who take their time to try harder than usual should stand out and be looked up to by younger students, especially the freshman. Justin thought that was stupid, but it was the only school near his house during his high school years.

However, Justin had a 5.0 gpa with the extra credits he earned, meaning he would wear red. Something about their school district was that the eighth graders who were on their way to high school get a little graduation. They wore gray because both middle schools go to one high school. Their building was very big and had one of the best staffs in not only the district, but the state of Oregon.

~after school~

Justin taped the cardboard flaps closed as he finished packing the last box. Him and Jason had been packing up for the past few days, considering they were moving right after the graduation. Sweat covered Justin's neck, causing his hairs to stick to it. After wiping his neck with a rag, he walked downstairs to see Jason wiping his own sweat with his shirt. His glistening abs were on full display as he freed his face of the salty sweat.

Blood flushed his cheeks as he looked up and met the younger's eyes. A smirk took over his amazing features as he noticed Justin staring.

"Like what you see?" His voice was raspy as he made his way towards the brunette.

Justin swallowed hard before looking down at his shoes as if they had become the most interesting things in the world.

Jason's hot breath fanned his face as he watched his arms move in a swift motion, taking his shirt off. Justin blush got even deeper— if that was even possible. Next thing to happen was his hand being placed on Jason's sweaty but soft torso by the man's own hand.

"This is all yours, baby boy."

Justin's breath hitched as he soaked in the words. They weren't even together yet. When Jason called the younger "baby boy", he just melted. There was nothing official about it. Their eyes connected once more as the man leaned in closer, his face only centimeters from Justin's. He finally closed the gap and locked their lips.

He felt the blond's tongue lick his bottom lip for permission but kept his mouth shut tight. The boy's teasing went on for a tiny bit before Jason groped his ass and caused him to gasp. Before Justin knew it, his tongue was exploring the man's whole mouth. They followed each other's pace as Justin ran his fingers through his blond locks.

Jason's hands were on the boy's hips and Justin's arms around his neck with his fingers playing with the bleached hair, the all too comfortable position. The older's bare chest pressed against him caused his member to harden at the sight of him. They pulled away for breath and Jason smirked at the latter while looking down at his erection.

He allowed his hand to brush it as he walked by. Justin groaned softly as he left the room without another word. How did one tease another like that? The boy headed upstairs to take a shower just like the other.

~after showers~

The two sat in the middle of the living room on top of a fluffy blanket that was splayed out across the wooden floor. Jason had his laptop sitting in front of them as he scrolled through Netflix. Staring at the screen, Justin stopped him as he saw Doctor Strange come across the screen.

"I wanna watch that."

One of Jason's bushy eyebrows raised as he glanced at the boy to make sure. Justin nodded his head for him to play it. When the movie started playing, he pulled the blanket over his fists and set them under his chin with his elbows resting on his knees.

His eyes were so fixated on the screen that he didn't realize Jason's arms snaking around his waist. The boy instinctively set his head on the older's shoulder and cuddled into him. Jason's body tensed up at the action but relaxed quickly. Was he surprised? He shouldn't have been.

The movie started out kind of creepy but ended up getting more interesting. Justin loved action packed movies. Jason seemed interested in the movie as well, which was a good sign. The younger sneaked glances at him and smiled in the inside at his beauty. How could a killer be so angry and then be sweet to him at the snap of a finger?

It was now rolling the credits as Justin's eyes started to feel heavy. They finally slipped close as he went limp against Jason's body. He could vaguely feel Jason pick him up bridal style and walk him up the steps, his arms wrapped tightly around him.

He placed the boy on the air mattress they put out until they left and cover his body with the blankets. Pressure weighed down the mattress of the other side as Jason climbed in. He pulled the latter closer and shoved his face into the crook of his neck. Darkness consumed the both of them as they cuddled into each other.

*****
I made it a little longer than usual.
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