Make It Out Alive

Chapter 22

Cameron stopped in the door of Ben's room when he called for Danny. He watched the scene unfold, and even though Ben thought he was being quiet, he actually wasn't at all, his voice growing with every word. Feeling his heart jump in his chest, Cameron turned to step aside, wiping furiously at his eyes when he teared up a little, muttering a whispered "fuck," under his breath.

Jake leaned his head back against the pillow when Sam came in the room, wanting to know himself how their friend was doing. Matt sat up when the bassist entered, not letting go of Andy's hand as they all listened to Sam speak. Sam took a deep breath, clearing his throat before he started. "Physically, he's fine. Doctor says they're surprised he didn't have more broken bones or whatever.." He shook his head before continuing "he has amnesia...when him and Danny woke up, he didn't know who Danny was or even what year it is. The doctor said it's caused from that seizure he had. It shouldn't last too long, but it's killing Danny" he bit at his lower lip, eyes diverting to the floor.

Danny's heart dropped for a moment when he heard Ben call his name. He took a shaky breath as he entered the room, taking a spot on the side of Ben's bed. His eyes closed and tears slipped down his cheeks when he felt Ben's arms wrap around him, and for a moment it felt like they were going to be okay. They'd make it through this. They'd make it through anything. He slipped his arms around Ben, nodding softly at his words. "I'll do whatever it takes to get you better. Whatever you need me to do, I'll do it, Ben. I fucking promise. I love you so much. With all my heart and soul. I'm not going anywhere. I don't care how long it takes. I'll be right here with you the whole time.

Deciding to give her brother a moment, Bex got up and joined Cameron just outside Ben's room. She shook her head as she watched the two "they're going to be okay." She said softly, tears streaming down her cheeks "their love will get them through this"

James' heart sank as Sam spoke, and he closed his eyes slowly, leaning his head back against the wall. Sighing softly, he looked from Sam to Jake, unsure of what to do. "Where's Danny now?" He questioned, tracing his fingertips against the back of Jake's hand gently. Andy's eyes darted to Matt quickly, and he leaned over, pressing a kiss to the side of his head. "I'll be back," he promised, sliding out of the bed and heading down the hall to where they'd seen Ben's room on their way in. Stopping outside the door, he cocked his head slightly, looking over Cameron and the girl that was Ben's spitting image, assuming it was his sister. "Um, is it alright if I go in?" He questioned, hoping to provide a little comfort for Danny.

Ben felt a strange sort of comfort settle over him when Danny assured him that he'd be there with him the entire time. His eyes closed tightly, and his face pressed against Danny's shoulder, sniffling quietly. "Promise?" He questioned again, just needing to hear it one more time. He pulled back from Danny slightly, looking over his face while he tilted his head a little. "I don't know if I've ever told you, but you're gorgeous, and I really wish you wouldn't cry," he requested, though his own tears mostly invalidated the request.

Cameron extended his arm, pulling Bex into a hug while he nodded a little. "They will. They have to," he agreed, rubbing over her back soothingly.

Sam sighed softly "when I left he was outside with Cameron. They were actually talking about coming in to see Jake" he informed him, offering a small smile as he leaned back in the chair. Jake felt horrible. Their bands had become close over the years and Ben was one of his best friends. He slipped an arm around James, pressing a kiss to the dude of his face. Matt nodded, leaning back in his chair, glancing back at the others.

Bex nodded. "Sure" she started, looking up at Andy. "Ben's not going to know you, but in sure Danny would love the support right now." She sighed, wrapping her arms around Cameron's waist. "He'll fight his way back for Danny. He loves him so fucking much"

Danny swallowed hard, bringing a hand up to gently brush the hair away from Ben's eyes. "Promise" he said softly, as he looked into his eyes. He shook his head as he offered a small smile, "you've told me before....usually only a when we're alone" he let his eyes close briefly before opening them to look on his husbands eyes once more "Ben, you take my breath away. Even now. You are the most beautiful creature I've ever layed my eyes on." He let his touch linger against Ben's cheek for a moment before letting it fall slowly.

James looked around, back to the door, to see if Danny was visible anywhere. Part of him wanted to go be with Danny, but the conflicted part of him wanted to stay there with Jake, and while they were of equal importance, he was having a hard time figuring out which side to listen to. Andy stepped into the room slowly, knocking on the door once he was already halfway in. "Guys?" He questioned, peeking over the two a little nervously.

Cameron nodded in agreement. "I know. They'll get through it. He'll come back to him," he agreed, tightening his arms around Bex's shoulders while he dropped a kiss into the top of her hair. "It's nice to see you, by the way. I wish it was on better circumstances, though."

Ben laughed a little sadly, shaking his head slightly. "I have a gash in my head that looks like a vagina and a bandage that looks like an unrolled tampon, I'm practically a he-she," he joked, glancing up at Andy when he walked in. "Have you come to tell me that I've also married you? Because I'm sorry, I choose this one," he nodded toward Danny, trying to lighten the mood in the room at least a little.

Jake bit at his lower lip, looking over at James once more "baby" he started softly, "go see him. I'll be fine. I've got plenty of people here to watch me" he assured him, placing a kiss to his cheek.

Bex nodded slowly, smiling softly at Cameron. "Oh I know right" she shook her head "I've been meaning to come out and see everyone, just haven't had the time to get away, ya know? But it's good to see you too, been too long."

Danny couldn't help but laugh at Ben's comment, shaking his head "you know, you sounded more like yourself just then than I think you realize." He turned his head slightly when he heard Andy voice, shaking his head. "No, you didn't marry him too. This is Andy. He's one of our best friends"