New Beginnings (Thiam TW)

Chapter 11: Not Alone

Liam gripped onto Theo's hand, letting him lead him to his truck. He noticed Liam's heart racing.

"Hey, they trust you I promise; they just don't want anybody getting hurt. They care about you," Theo looked at him.

"I just showed them; I can't handle this."

"You're just struggling right now, Liam; you can handle this fine."

Liam nodded, leaning against the window.

"What do you want to eat?" Theo asked, "nothing is not an option."

"I don't know," Liam muttered. He didn't want to eat; he couldn't eat. He knew he had to, but he was just so over everything.

"Here, I'm going to order sandwiches, and we can go eat at my place. You really just need to get something down."

"I know," Liam nodded, feeling worn out.

Theo picked up food, leaving Liam to lie down in his truck, "when is your dad home?"

"Not until tomorrow, he worked this morning then had to go back in," Liam looked up, "can you not tell him about this?"

Theo sighed, "if this doesn't happen again, I won't tell anyone. Why don't you text him that you're staying at my place?"

"Thank you," Liam nodded, texting his father.

They walked into the gym; Tate was leaning on the counter. Theo realized he didn't tell Liam about Tate dating Brett.

"Hey, Theo, Liam," Tate smiled as they walked in. Theo had both of Liam's bags over his shoulders and his clothes as Liam drug his feet.

"Hey, Tate, how's business today?"

"Great, I have two new clients looking to work with you, apparently word has gotten out about my new trainer."

"I guess I'm just that good," Theo laughed.

"Easy, Raeken," Tate smiled, "how's it going, Liam?"

"Good," Liam shrugged, leaning on the counter.

"Lacrosse?"

"Good, we have our first game Friday."

"Ah, who are you guys playing?"

Liam sighed, "Devenford Prep."

Tate's face dropped; Liam noticed with a confused glance.

"I guess Theo hadn't told you yet about me," Tate gave him a small smile.

"I was telling him tonight," Theo defended himself.

"What?"

Tate sighed, "I was Brett's last boyfriend."

Liam looked stunned; Theo was worried that Liam was going to pass out again.

"He really liked you as much as he didn't show it. You impressed him; he was always worried you would take his position."

"He was a good guy," Liam nodded.

"He was," Tate smiled, "I offered to Theo, but if you guys ever need anything I'm here."

"Thanks," Liam smiled. He was still shaking; Theo took note.

"Well, we are going to go eat something," Theo stated, "I'll clean in a few hours, maybe I'll drag an extra helper with me."

"I get half your pay then," Liam smirked.

"I paid for dinner," Theo shook his head, waving bye to Tate.