The Boy With Weak Legs (Short Story)

Chapter 14: Iron Will

Every time I fall, I need to stand up again.

(Dante's POV)

Today's the day, today I get new means of getting around. It's definitely not gonna be the same without my crutches. I look at it this way though, I can finally stand up straight if my back hasn't given out already. Plus, these braces are going to keep me more stable so I'll be able to run. Sure, I will get tired because I only get so far but that won't stop me.

Once my parents get home from work, we're going straight to the doctor. I just need to wait a few more hours before I could go. I was a bit bored staying in the house all day by myself. If only my parents had bought a dog for me to play with. Always wanted a small little white standard poodle. Poodles are just so fluffy and intelligent little creatures! I'll get one eventually and when I do, I'm gonna name it Tisty! It doesn't necessarily have a meaning in fact I am not sure if its an actual word to be honest. So, I just invented a new word now I need to make up some definition and that'll come around eventually.  For now, the dog will be named Tisty whether it be boy or girl.

Again, I did not go to school for obvious reasons that being the doctor's visits that's going to take place in a two hours. Both my parents are taking early leaves just so they can see their baby boy get around on his own without the use of crutches. It's gonna be a little awkward just walking around without them since they have been a big part of my life. So once I drop them I won't feel exactly the same anymore. Ah, I'm crying inside right about now from utter joy. But saving tears for the doctor is the better thing to do obviously."

Staying home alone was very boring. Yea, I had access to television and video games but I rather be school socializing with people who actually enjoy my company. Everyone at school seems to enjoy my company whenever I am there. However, when I am not all of my classmates wish to know how come their beloved Dante was a no show. Especially, the ladies of this school since most of them have a crush on this fragile wimp. Can't help that I am a handsome fellow though. Everyday I get at least ten hugs from random girls.

I'm mostly sad because I won't see Gregory. Certainly, he feels the same about me right? He has too! Wow, paranoia is striking me hard and it hurts as well. It's just that what transpired between us last night really made my heart swell up from the excitement. I... I kissed him abruptly and it felt so good for me. Then, I've seen his abdomen as did he see mine. Even in the dark his body was very well fit I saw him slowly developing abs along with v line. His was legit unlike mine which mostly consisted of just skin. Yea, I too have abs but like I said before those came from being skinny and they were barely showing. Sometimes, I wish I could be legit.

Being with Gregory made me realize that I'm happy liking him very much. He makes me happier then ever. Convincing my parents to finally let me go to school was the best decision I have made in my life truthfully.

My phone vibrated in my pocket. Quickly, I took it out hoping that it would be someone I'd actually like to hear from. Like Gregory for example, that will put a smile on my face. And of course, it was him, Gregory.

What are you up too? It's so boring in school I just had to text you.

I blushed rather hard at his text. Probably harder then I should have but I just can't help myself.

Just sitting home. Waiting for my doctor's appointment. Hmph, seem pretty desperate Gregory.