<Jack>
Thanksgiving is supposed to be the day of thanks. Where everyone comes together and reminisce about everything they're thankful for. So how could everything fall apart so easily?
I finally caught up to Wyatt and I grabbed his arm. I turned him around so he was facing me. "Wyatt," How was that all I could say? What could I say to justify what Finn had said? "It's okay." I could see that his eyes were glossed over and even the toughest of guys can be ruined.
"Is it?" He asks, his voice breaking. Instead of replying I hugged him. He was hesitant at first but soon wrapped his arms around me, tightly. "I'm scared, Jack." Wyatt whispers into my ear.
"It'll be okay. And it'll be worth it. Everyone should have the right to love whoever they want to. Love has no labels." I assure him. We stay there, hugging for what feels like hours. "And I'm sorry for what Finn did. I don't know what's wrong with him." I hope that my words can overpower Finn's.
"It's okay, Jack. You didn't say what he said." He pulled out of the hug and wiped away a tear. We stared to walk toward the house. When we entered the house it was only Jaeden and Chosen, both looked dazed.
Wyatt gives me a look. "Where's Sophia and Jeremy?" Wyatt asks. Chosen gives Jaeden an empathetic look and then heads upstairs.
"They-they're upstairs." Jaeden was acting weird and we could both tell.
"Jaeden," Wyatt walked up to Jaeden and hugged him. "What happened?" Wyatt wondered.
Jaeden wraps his arms around Wyatt. "She tried to kiss me." Jaeden responded. He sounded broken. What was becoming of us?
"It's okay." We seemed to be saying that a lot lately. Because some times we think everything is falling apart. The two leave to go upstairs and talk and then I'm all alone. I see all the food is made and the table is set. It has to be around three o'clock by now.
I sit at the table and put my head down. I miss home. I just want to go home. I head to my room and take a shower. Finn still wasn't back yet. This might be the first thanksgiving where we have fish instead of turkey.
After showering I put on a button up and khakis. I fix my hair and spray a little cologne. When I head downstairs I notice everyone else is dressed for the occasion. But no Finn. We all sit at the dinner table and I began to worry. He should be back by now.
"Has anyone seen Finn." I ask the group. Wyatt was still tense about the whole thing but everyone else shook their head no. I stand up and grab my coat since it's cold out. Wyatt does the same and Jaeden goes after Wyatt. And Jeremy goes after Jaeden and Sophia goes after Jeremy and Chosen goes after Sophia. It's all one big chain. But I'm ahead of everyone.
I head to the woods and I can hear the leaves crunch under my feet. I start to worry as there's still no sign of Finn. But he can't be far since we're trapped.
I venture into the woods and hear light cries. I tell everyone to stay put while I go after Finn. I get deeper and deeper into the woods until I'm where we were before. I shine the flashlight I brought on him and see tears streaming down his face. His gun is set down but there's a knife in his hands. "Finn?" I question. I've never seen him so distraught.
"I'm sorry." He cries.
"Finn, what are you talking about?" I try to reason. I can hear the crunch of leaves and I see Wyatt. But just Wyatt. He looks back and forth from the two of us, trying to comprehend what's happening.
"I ruin everything. Like there's something wrong with me. I'm like a broken switch and I can't control myself." He sobs. I step closer and he points the knife at me. He wouldn't hurt me, would he?
"Finn, put the knife down and let's talk about this." I beg. But he doesn't put it down.
"I've hurt you so many times, Jack. I've hurt Wyatt so many times. And that's all I do. I don't do any good." He's a mess right down. His cheeks are red and stained by tears. I just want to hug him and tell him I forgive him.
"Finn, it's okay. I forgive you." I say.
"Me too." Wyatt joins in.
"But you don't. And then I'll just turn again and I'll hurt you guys. I don't want to hurt you. I don't mean to hurt you." And I can tell he means it.
"Please, let me help you." I can feel the tears start to form in my eyes. He pointed the knife towards himself.
"All I ever do is mess everything up." He whales. I look at Wyatt to see if he knows what to do but he doesn't.
"Finn, it's okay. I promise you." Wyatt assures him.
"Now I can promise you I won't hurt you ever again." Finn utters. Tears start to flow out of my eyes. I start to run towards Finn before he can do anything. But I'm too late. "I love you, Jack." He says before he impales himself. And he does it right in his heart. I guess some pain can't be fixed.
I sprint over to him as he falls to the ground. I collapsed to the ground next to him. I place his head on my lap and place my hands over his wounds. Tear after tear after tear flows out of my eye. Wyatt rushes over in disbelief. Finn starts to choke on blood but he's still somewhat awake.
"Stay with me, Finn. Please." I beg. Wyatt picks him up and the two of us rush inside. We pass by everyone and they look confused but follow us inside the house.
Wyatt places Finn on the couch and I put my hands over his wound once more. Jaeden runs to get the first aid kit while Jeremy, Chosen, and Sophia rush to get their phones and keep trying until hopefully they get one bar to call for help. Wyatt sprints outside and leaves me with Finn. I see that his eyes are almost close.
"I can't lose you." I tell him. "I love you too." I place my lips on his but his are cold. "Don't leave me." I plead. "Don't leave."
<Wyatt>
I run as fast as I can outside. I go to the car that didn't belong to any of us. I tried to get inside but it was locked.
I frantically looked around for anything. I knew time was running out so I punched the window. My fist burned but I knew Finn needed help. I unlocked the door and climbed inside. I noticed there was a radio and I turned it on.
"I'm Wyatt Oleff and my friend stabbed himself. We need help, please!" I beg. There was static and no answer. I slammed my non aching hand on the wheel and wanted to yell. But then I heard something.
"Son?" It was my father.
"Dad? Dad, it's me, Wyatt. Please help us, Finn needs help. He'll die!" I screamed. I hear mumbles.
"We're coming." And then it went silent.
I sprinted inside and Jaeden was trying his best to stop the bleeding. But by the look on his face I knew it wasn't looking good. His eyes were closed and Jack was bawling.
Jeremy was holding Sophia and Chosen was standing there, helplessly watching.
I hear and helicopter in the distance.
"Hang in there, Finn. They're coming."
But whenever you race against time, you always lose.
