Flames {phan au}

*mutely delayed*

Phil:

The last bell of the day rang as I walked out of Mr. Coalfield's office. I dont
hate a lot of things, but I hate when teachers feel the need to go through things that are unnecessary. Like the bloody school handbook. When I could've spent that hour and half in the art room, Instead I spent it in a guidance counselors office go through 200 pages of rules and school guidelines. I walked through the crowded corridor full of students and teachers. I think the teachers have officially clocked out of the day because literally the drugged bullies were bullying a freshman and punching him in the shoulder. I really wanted to help him, but these guys where absolutely huge. I'm tall, about 6'2 but these guys where about 6'5. They look terrifying. I walk to my locker and grab my backpack and slam the door close. I turn my head toward the door and see Dan rush out of it. Why was he running I thought to myself. Concerned, I ran after him. As soon as I could see him in my vision I saw one of the bullies, I think his name is Joseph, if I remember correctly. Pj told me about him in art, he said that he is one of Dan usual bullies that gives him shit everyday. His words, not mine.

"Hey little muted fag, you gonna talk today? Or do you only talk to your boyfriend?" Joseph said with a smirk. Dan was pressed against the brick wall that was a barrier for the school, it acted like a gate of some sort. I hid behind corner and peak around and watch.

"Oh come on Danny boy...aren't you gonna talk to me?" he said in a taunting voice. He had a handful of Dan's closed blazer in his clenched fist. Dan was slightly lifted off the ground, due to Josephs strength, and the height difference between them Joseph was about 6'5, Dan was 6 foot. I want to punch Joseph, I wanted him to stop. But why couldn't my feet move?

"Come on. No? Not going to talk again are we?...well fair enough then." then Joseph let out an evil chuckle. Then shouted some sort of code. Then 3 guys started rushing over to Joseph and Dan. I know this isn't going to turn out well at all. I know their names, I recognize them, Pj told me about them too. The tallest one and leader was Joseph, the one in the football jersey's name is Holden. Then the one in the glasses's name is Kai, he's half Japanese, if that wasn't obvious. Then the last one is Parker, he just looked like any average guy.

"Why, hello there Danny boy, hows it going?Oh yeah you can't answer can you...what about to that new boy Phil...you'll talk to him wont you?" Holden said. Why did he mention me? I have nothing to do with this. I can see Dan struggling, but being unsuccessful. I want to help him, but my feet aren't allowing me to move yet, they gave in a little, but not enough for me to force myself forward. So I stay put.

"Awe, go on Dan. We know what your thinking. We see how you look at him.Go on Dan..say it....say it Danny Boy...We'll stop when you say the short...little...phrase.." Joseph said continuing the taunting.

"Yeah Dan...say it..say the three words." Parker taunted. Dan had tears streaming out his eyes in an uncontrollable manner. That's it.

"Hey! Leave him alone!" I screamed at them. I ran over to them and smacked Josephs hand away Dan's blazer, and Dan fell to the ground with his head in his hands.

"Hello there Phillip Lester, how are you today?" Joseph asked sarcastically. How did he know my name? He probably has sources.

"Wouldn't you like to know." I said rudely. Then Joseph and Holden let out a chuckle. Whilst Kai and Parker just stood there. You can tell who has more confidence when their confronted for being massive dickheads.

"Leave us alone and go away!" I yelled at them. They didn't flinch.

"Alright then, we will be back. See ya later boys, go, have fun, and make out somewhere." Joseph said. What a horrible comeback. I dont think he really tried either. But I dont care. I'm glad Dan's okay. I sunk down to Dan's level on the pavement. He still had his head in his hands. Sitting slouched, I lifted his head gently with my finger, we where semi-eye level now. I looked at him and just stared.

"Dan, are you okay?" It seemed like an appropriate question, after what he just endured. He just looked at me. I had no control over my limbs and pulled him quickly into an embrace. He didn't react instantly, all he did was set his head on my shoulder. His breathing seemed to slow down along with his tears. I think he was calm now. That's all I wanted.

A/N: Awe...how cute. Yeah well there will be another chapter very soon, probs tomorrow.

Good..bye

~M