Unknown Paths [Jamilton]

Chapter Two ~ So?... Arms?

((Zero: Hey Guys! This is Zero writing this chapter; Jem's schedule is a bit crowded, so he'll take the next one. Enjoy this angsty bullshit ❤

((Jem: Hey guys It's Jem, sorry I couldn't write this Chapter, it's finals week and- eugh, mental issues, and stuff, working on my other books a little as well. I'll do the next one, Also, quick btdubs. Underlines Italics is usually me talking, bold would be zero, thanks! Thank Zero for agreeing to take this one chapter for me. School's shit and- go read the story, I'll probably rant about this on "Opportunities and Updates" on my separate account.))

Alexander awoke to a faint beeping, his mind hazy. He groaned and slowly opened his eyes as he realized it was his alarm. Why is it on? School doesn't start until next week. He thought to himself. He looked over, seeing that it was 5:30 AM. He slipped out of bed and hissed at the chilly room.

He heard a fan running in the background as he pulled a sweater on. He decided to not bother with pants; It was early, nobody would really be awake. Thomas and King always sleep in. Alex walked out of his room, huffing when a few floorboards groaned beneath him.

He walked into the dark kitchen and sighed, running his hand along the counter to guide himself. He stopped in front of the fridge. He opened it up, wincing at the light that flooded in and illuminated the room. He reached in and took out a Capri Sun; he was thirsty and didn't care what he got.

He punctured the hole and started to take a few sips. The drink somewhat helped his dry throat. He leaned back against the marble counter, sighing and wiping his face. "You're up early." he heard King say. He looked over to see him standing by the door.

Alexander glared, but sighed. "Don't you always sleep in?" He asked, confused as to why someone like King would be awake so early. Being up at 5:30 AM was normal for Alex, but not for his dorm mates. He knew Thomas always slept in.

"Sam decided we should wake up earlier so I'm actually on time to my classes" King responded and walked over. Alex moved out of his way. Since when did King let someone control his life, let alone Sam? He wondered. "So. Your arms." King said. Alex tensed and nodded. "Why, though?" King leaned on the counter.

Alex was wary, not exactly trusting this. King was usually an asshole, but.. Maybe he changed? No idea. "I'd rather not talk about this." He responded, taking a sip. He moved back when King set his drink down and walked closer, cornering him. "Tell me." He demanded. Alex sighed; same old King.

"I.. Can we not get into this?" Alex said quietly. King sighed and glared down at him. Alex gulped and looked aside. "Please, just let me go to my room." King blocked him, shaking him."If you don't tell me, I'm gonna force this information out of you." He growled.

Alex sat down, shaking slightly. "Tell me." he growled. Alex sighed and motioned to the seat. King sat down with him, "So. Arm." Alex looked him over and sighed. "Sometimes, when I'm under stress, I resort to cutting; it's a way to let stress go and relax, alright?" He responded quietly. King sighed and crossed his arms.

"Look, I can tell you're stressed about way more than that. Just.. Tell me. I may be an ass, but it's not like I'm gonna do anything." He said. Alex looked down. He hadn't really told anyone about anything involving his past. After a bit of conflicting with himself, he decided he may as well tell so he'll get off his back.

So, that was when he revealed everything about his past. To George Frederick. The asshole.

When he was done, King was staring at him with a look of shock. "Jesus Christ, that's.. Pretty terrible." He responded half-heartedly. Alex sighed and crossed his arms. "Can I go now?" He asked in a small voice. King didn't do anything when he stood up, so he decided that was a yes. He quietly walked back to his room and slumped into his bed.

He fell asleep after a bit of thinking.

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Alex awoke to his phone rapidly vibrating. He rubbed his forehead and sat up. When he looked over, he gasped as he saw about 50 messages. He picked his phone up and froze.

FreckledPride 08:31: ALEX
FreckledPride 08:31: ALEX THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE TALKING ABOUT YOU
HotPants 08:31: ALEXANDER HAMILTON IF YOU DON'T ANSWER I SWEAR
Baguette 08:58: Mon ami please come on

Baguette has sent a link.

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YO THIS CHAPTER TOOK A WHILE AND I'M SORRY IT'S KINDA SHORT BUT idk why I'm in caps

But yeah, life has been a bit of a dick and the next chapter will be longer we promise