Resilient Hearts (Frerard)

Unexpected News

The rain pelted against the windshield as Gerard Way gripped the steering wheel, his knuckles turning white with tension. The phone call he had just received from his younger brother, Mikey, echoed in his mind, each word a jumbled mess of worry and fear. Mikey had been experiencing health issues, and his voice had trembled as he delivered the news.

"He's going to be okay, Gee," Frank Iero's voice broke through Gerard's thoughts. Frank sat in the passenger seat, his eyes a mix of concern and support.

Gerard nodded, his grip on the wheel loosening slightly. "I know, I just... I need to be there."

The hospital loomed ahead, its sterile lights cutting through the rainy darkness. Gerard parked the car with an anxious exhale, his heart pounding in his chest. The hospital's automatic doors slid open, and he and Frank rushed inside, their steps echoing in the quiet hallway.

They approached the front desk, Gerard's voice catching as he asked for his brother's room number. The receptionist offered a sympathetic smile, and Gerard's stomach twisted with a mixture of apprehension and anticipation.

As they neared Mikey's room, Gerard's steps slowed, his mind swirling with memories of their childhood. Mikey, his younger brother by two years, had always been the quiet, introspective one. Gerard had been the protective older brother, always looking out for him.

Pushing open the door, Gerard and Frank entered the room. Mikey lay in the hospital bed, his expression a mix of exhaustion and relief at their arrival.

"Hey, big brother," Mikey's voice was weak, but his eyes held a glimmer of his usual playful spirit.

Gerard managed a small smile, his worry momentarily replaced by the sight of his brother. "Hey, Mikey. How you feeling?"

"Better now that you're here," Mikey replied, his lips curling into a weak smile.

Frank pulled up a chair, taking a seat next to the bed. "How's everything going?"

Mikey let out a sigh, his gaze flickering to the ceiling. "They're still running tests. They think it might be some kind of infection."

Gerard's heart clenched at the uncertainty in Mikey's voice. He moved closer, taking his brother's hand in his. "You're going to get through this, Mikey. We're here for you."

Mikey nodded, his grip on Gerard's hand tight. "I know."

The three of them sat in the room, their presence a quiet comfort in the face of uncertainty. Rain continued to drum against the window, a backdrop to the unspoken fears that lingered in the air.

As the night wore on, Gerard and Frank took turns keeping Mikey company, sharing stories and laughter to chase away the tension. The room filled with a sense of camaraderie, a reminder of the bonds they shared.

"Remember that time we built that ridiculous fort in the backyard?" Gerard recounted, a nostalgic grin on his lips.

Mikey chuckled weakly, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Yeah, and it collapsed on us because we used like a million blankets."

Frank joined in the laughter, sharing his own childhood memories. The hours passed in a blur of conversation, reminding the brothers that they were never truly alone.

As dawn broke through the window, casting a soft glow in the room, Mikey's eyelids began to droop with exhaustion. Gerard gently squeezed his hand, his voice soft.

"Get some rest, Mikey. We'll be right here."

Mikey nodded, his eyes closing as sleep finally claimed him. Gerard and Frank exchanged a look, their unspoken commitment to being there for Mikey stronger than ever.

And as the rain outside slowly tapered off, a sense of hope settled in the room. Despite the uncertainty of what lay ahead, the bonds of family and friendship remained resilient, offering a beacon of strength in the face of life's challenges.

A/N Hi! I Welcome to my new fic. I really hope you guys enjoy this, because I've got some really cool ideas for where it could go. Let me know what you think :)