Once in a Lifetime - Mavin Fanfic

Part 20

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Gavin

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"So you're really going into work tomorrow?" I asked over the phone, trying not to sound like I care. I was beside Geoff, playing video games on the couch with him, half of me was listening to what Michael was trying to say, the other half focusing on building for the next Lets Play.

"Yeah yeah Gav. I'm feeling better than I was when I got home"

"That was only three days ago" I protested. I knew Michael was tough, but he was also stubborn when he needed to take days off. "Geoff said you can come back when-"

"I know what he said! I just need to start working. I really don't have loads of cash sitting around" I understood what he meant, but I didn't want him to push himself. I let out a light sigh knowing he was right. Geoff looked at me, able to grasp what we were talking about. He hadn't talked about Michael much, other than occasionally seeing how he was feeling. I was still uncomfortable being around Geoff with me and Michael sneaking around everybody. Geoff might as well be my father, with how he takes care of me. And he know's about Michael and his anger problems.

"Are you around Geoff?" Michael asked. 

"Yes I am. Why?" I asked, already knowing that he wanted to talk about 'us'.

"Go into another room" He almost whispered, as if he was with me, leaning into my ear. I looked over to Geoff, who was watching me.

"One sec" I mouthed to Geoff, and ran into my room. I saw Geoff out of the corner of my eye shrug and continue to build. I shut my door behind me. I exhaled softly as I fell onto my bed, my chest hitting the mattress. "What do you want sweetheart?" I joked, still keeping my voice low.

"Oh shut up" Michael burst out laughing. I could hear the echo in his empty house through the phone. "I wanted to ask you. Would you consider moving in?" I was partially surprised with this question.

"I would love to move in!" I chirped, almost sounding too excited. "But how do I tell Geoff? He would know something is up." I played with the sheets on my bed, tugging at twisting the fabric around with my open hand.

"Would he have a problem with it?" Michael asked seriously. I shrugged, before realizing he couldn't see my body.

"I have no idea. I think he would be fine with it" I looked at my door, patrolling it to make sure Geoff wouldn't walk in. "Is there enough room at your house?"

"Plenty. Except there isn't enough space for another bed, but I'm fine with sharing" I felt my face get warm when I let out a light laugh. "You better not be a cover hog!" He giggled.

"You already know I'm not you silly!" I lightly said, brightening the mood of the call, but only causing myself to be more anxious. "Do you think we should tell them?" I asked, trying to sound relaxed as my hand that was holding the phone started to shake.

Michael's voice was soft and caring, "You told me Ray already knows right?"

"Yeah. He does." I traced my finger around the bed, "But he is perfectly fine with it."

"I'm happy you told him while I was out. I trust him the most, and I would have wanted him to know first anyways"  I knew what he was trying to say. Ray was our closest friend. I was thrilled when he was okay with us being together.

"We should tell them at work tomorrow" I finally ended the pointless chatter. Michael went quiet. He must have been thinking. 

"I agree" He spoke after a couple of blank seconds. I let out a breath of air I was holding.

"So that's the plan?"

"I want them to know Gavin. No matter what. Each and every one of them is like family."

"I know how you feel. I want them to know too. But for right now, I should get off before Geoff starts to wonder where I went" I was nervous the door would swing open any second, hearing our conversation.

"Alright. Goodnight babe" I chuckled "I love you" Michael sang to me with a steady tone in his voice.

"I love you too boi" I pulled the phone away from my face, watching the screen to tell when Michael hangs up. The phone flashed the time before shutting off. I sighed and threw my phone down by my feet.

This is a bad idea. What if they don't approve of us? What would we do?!

My head was screaming questions I should have asked Michael before we finished the call. My phone buzzed Michael's ringtone. A new message. I sat up and reached to grab my phone. 

I love you #TND

I felt my stomach fluttered.

Everything will be fine.

I heard a soft knock on my door, causing me to jump 

"Everything alright bud?" Geoff's voice sounded caring. He creeked open the door. I rushed my thumb to the message before pressing delete. I jumped out of the bed and brushed past Geoff. I knew my face was flaming.

"Let's finish this build"

Authors Note~~~

Wow. You are just amazing like usual. 8,810 reads! Holy shit that's so close to 10,000 (a number I never thought I would achieve). Today is also the 1 year anniversary of when I started this story (and my account). It's crazy to see how far I have come on here, and I am so grateful. I have good plans for the next chapter, which I will be writing very soon. This story has so far been a blast and I will continue to update it regularly <3

Much Love,

Rae