Brothers Best Friend [Vinnie Hacker]

Chapter 7

Edited 30/04/2025

"I'm gonna go to Sway today" i say as we eat breakfast the next day

"why?" Vinnie asks, he is pretty moody for some reason.

"just saying hi you know"

"Goodbye, Vinnie," I say, ruffling his hair.

"Goodbye," he replies.

Time skip to when I arrive at Sway House

Entering the living room, I notice everyone except Jaden.

"Hey guys, where is Jaden?" I ask concerned

"He's in his room. We're not sure what's up, he slammed doors as he got home and just retreated to his room," Blake explains.

"Thanks," I respond, heading towards Jaden's room.

I knock on the door.

"Go away," his voice sounds bitter and angry from behind the door.

Ignoring his tone, I knock again, and after a moment, he opens the door, his expression a storm of emotions.

"What?" he snaps, avoiding eye contact.

Jaden looks like he's been through a whirlwind - his eyes red and puffy, his hair unkempt, and his hoodie drenched. But what catches my attention is the state of his room, a chaos that speaks volumes.

My mother used to say that the best comfort is a hug. So, I instinctively wrap my arms around his neck, feeling him grip my waist tightly as he buries his face in my shoulder, tears soaking my hoodie.

"He's gone," he manages to say amid sobs, his voice broken.

Looking into his eyes, I offer words of consolation, "Jaden, I understand how tough this is, but you can't let this destroy you."

"He's been with me since I was a kid," he chokes out between sobs.

I hold him tighter. "I know, but every living thing has its time. Today was his."

Sitting down on his bed, we continue to talk, allowing him to share his pain.

"I got a call from my mom," he explains, his voice strained from trying not to cry.

"Over the phone?" I'm taken aback.

"Yeah, crazy, right?" A bitter laugh escapes him.

Realizing I can't leave his room in shambles, I suggest cleaning up. He joins in, and after about half an hour, his room looks orderly again.

"Months since my room's been this clean," he mumbles, and I chuckle.

Before I leave him, I check up on him, making sure he's okay.

"Are we okay?" he asks silently.

"Of course, Jaden. Drama with Vinnie won't affect us," I reassure him.

"i meant after the closet"

"oh, of course, mate" i say, knuckling his arm

As we head downstairs, he opens up about what happened to the guys.

"The poor dog," Blake comments, placing a hand on his chest.

Back home, I find Vinnie on the couch, wrapped in his own embrace.

"What are you doing?" I ask, amused.

"Cuddling," he replies.

"Why don't you just ask me?" I tease.

Hesitant, I reach for his hand and pull him into a hug.

"Im confused," he mutters.

"You can't expect me to just be able to read your mind, dummy," I remark, leaning my forehead against his. Seizing the moment, I kiss him softly, only to find his lips reciprocating with surprise.

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have—" I stammer.

But he pulls me back, and in that stolen moment, our lips meet in a passionate kiss.

i just did it! i kissed him. it felt so good.

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hey guys! yay new chapter, i have chosen to make this one a little shorter because a lot happens..

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