Being Loyal To Evil Is Easy, Young Man; Revolting Against It Is Harder.

Chapter 9

AN: This is where we first see the depression of Alexander's anxiety and depression. He has this voice in his head making him feel worthless (his father's)

"Um..." Wow, Alexander. Starting with um? Good job, you whoreson.

"Is this a prank? You know that prank calling 911 is illegal, right?" The flowery voice that had spoken calmly earlier was very angry.

Fortunately, John stepped in and helped Alexander.

"No this isn't a prank, though my friend is the one who decided to call so I don't know what to say, really," John stated helpfully

I am so proud to have you as my son, you little bitch. You can't do anything.
He'll prove him wrong.

"Sorry, ma'am. My name is Alexander Hamilton. I stayed at my friend John Laurens's house last night, and his father, Henry Laurens, threatened me just before I accidentally knocked him out."

The woman on the phone scoffed.

"How- How does one accidentally knock someone out after being threatened?"

"I lunged my mug at him, meaning to only cover him in my coffee, but the mug got thrown and it hit him in the face. I think it might've broken his nose."

"And what did he say to threaten you?"

"He said,'You best have five seconds to run, boy.'"

"Did you have his permission to be there?" Alexander started to get exasperated.

"No, but-"

"Then you, Alexander, will probably face some criminal charges. Where are you right now?"

"You don't UNDERSTAND," Alexander yelled. "JOHN PAYS THE BILLS IN THAT PLACE, JOHN BUYS THE CLOTHES AND THE GROCERIES AND HIS FATHER'S FUCKING BOOZE!  HE HAS THREE JOBS AND SOMEHOW STILL MANAGES TO DO SCHOOL AND GET A-B HONOR ROLL! SO, IF JOHN, THE OWNER OF THE DAMN APARTMENT, ALLOWS ME IN, I EXPECT NOT TO BE THREATENED IN THE PLACE HE ALLOWED ME IN. AND GOD FORGIVE ANYONE CARE THAT MR. HENRY LAURENS WAS A RACIST, MISOGYNISTIC, BIGOTED, HOMOPHOBIC, RAPIST AND ABUSIVE FATHER!"

There was a nanosecond of silence before the lady's voice returned.

"In that case, we will give you a slap on the wrist and try and arrest the asshole you're talking about. As for John-"Laurens then spoke up.

"I want to be emancipated and have my 'father' arrested on charges of rape, verbal and physical and emotional abuse, and child neglect."

"How do you know Henry is a rapist?"

"My mother left me a letter after her death. It said,'Son, I wish I had never met Henry at that bar when he raped me, but without him doing it I wouldn't have had you. I'm conflicted, but your actions hopefully will make me happy in Heaven.' I still have the letter and my- Henry- doesn't know about it," John finished quietly.

The lady said one last sentence before she hung up.

"I traced your call so the police'll be there soon, and I'm sorry John."

***

The two teens were sent to the Police Station along with Henry Laurens, however they were not in handcuffs.

When Henry woke up, he was less than happy.

"WHAT THE HELL, FAG? YOU FUCKING IDIOT! NOW YOU'RE EVEN MORE ALONE YOU FAGGOT. YOU SHOULD'VE JUST TAKEN IT LIKE YOU'RE MOTHER!"

Fortunately, there were cameras and microphones everywhere, so the police were able to arrest him as that was basically a confession. John was sent home with Alexander, who decided to be like Washington and take in someone in need.

***

George, being the nicest person in existence, of course allowed John to stay at his home. They had many guest bedrooms, but John conveniently chose one on the basement floor, the same as Alexander's. So, of course, John and Alexander ended up in the immigrant's bedroom and bed. This time, they just talked. Surprisingly, John was the first one to initiate the conversation.

"What's your plan," John asked suddenly.

"What do you mean?"

"I'm your mistress. Well, kind of."

"I believe the closest terminology is paramour, but Eliza and I aren't married." And you never will be, you screwed up slimeball.

"Alexander."

"Okay, okay. I honestly was going to tell her today, and then we would break up, but obviously those plans have been changed."

John cleared his throat.

"I'd actually rather stay quiet for a little while about our relationship, but if you have to, tell Eliza," said Laurens sullenly.

"Why do you wanna keep it under wraps?" Because he's embarrassed of you and to be with you, you imbecile.

***

Laurens scrambled for an answer. Anything but the truth would suffice.

"Well, it'd be kinda awkward if we admitted to our relationship less than two weeks after you and Eliza broke up. Fishy- that's all."

Fishy- yeah that would work. Anything to keep Alexander from finding out John wanted others while with him. Many others, and ones Alexander didn't like very much. Laurens loved the way Theodore's eyes sparkled, and how Aaron was somehow passionate and neutral at the same time, and how James would smile at him during art with his young yet crinkly eyes.

"Okay, well, that's fine with me if it's what you want, babe. Can I call you babe? Are we dating?"

The questions only made John more and more nervous and apprehensive about being with Alexander.

"Can we discuss this in the morning, Alex," John asked. "I'm just really tired right now."

Alexander frowned but gave a quick, "yes," before bouncing back, sort of.

"Good night, John Laurens," Alexander whispered sweetly to the teen that was already near slumber.

"G'night, Alex," John replied just before he drifted off into nothingness.

***

Alexander tried to keep the noises he emitted low as he had a panic attack. He had already lost so many people, but he hadn't even gotten Laurens before he lost him. You drown everything you get. You drown your friendships to the point of no return, and pretty soon people will realize that you don't deserve people or friends in your life. I have, and so will they, and so will you.

AN: Hello!!! You may not know, but I am participating in TTA, so I wanted to put this chapter out early so the judges could see it! Love you all!