Save Me [A Maylor Story]

H11 Roger get out!

Brian POV

I woke up alone, but I clearly remembered falling asleep with Roger by my side. He must have woken up early. I took a shower, got dressed and went downstairs to see if Roger was there. he wasn't, but first things first: breakfast. I made myself some toast and while eating I searched the place looking for Roger, leaving little toast crumbs everywhere I went.
I had pretty much given up the search when I heard a muffled sound coming from the right. I approached carefully, for there might be a scared animal hiding in the cupboards.

'Brian, is that you?'

'Wait... Roger? What on earth are you doing in that cupboard? Are you drunk again?'

'No, I'm not. Just a bit hungry. I have locked myself in as a protest against Freddie. I will come out once he agrees to put I'm In Love With My Car on the B-Side to Bohemian Rhapsody.'

'Well, alright then. Can I get you something?'

'No, I'm good. I need Freddie to do this, so no sneaky businesses with food or water.'

'But you'll starve!'

'God, does Freddie really hate me or the song that much that he will let me starve?'

He chuckled, and I just sighed. This is typical Roger, he'll come around after a few hours. For now I must tell Freddie and John about this, for they'll want to know where Roger is.

'Freddie, have you changed your mind yet about Roger's car song?'

'No darling, why?'

'He's locked himself in a cupboard.'

'Why would he do that?'

'Because you wouldn't put his song on the B-Side to Bohemian Rhapsody.'

'But that's ridiculous! Everyone knows his song is bullshit!'

'Just talk to him, Freddie, you might be able to work things out.'

'Fine, but only because you asked me to.'

* One week later *
Still Brian POV

'Roger? I got you some toast. I'll slide it under the cupboard door, and you have to promise me you'll eat it. I won't let you starve because Freddie is being stubborn.'

'Thank you Brian, I love you so much for supporting me.'

'Of course I support you, silly. Freddie has to be shushed every once in a while, otherwise he might go crazy and buy more cats.'

I saw the slice of toast disappear, which meant that Roger at least had food now. I can't believe he is doing this, but it can end up to be pretty good for all of us. Freddie's attitude will be slightly reduced, so Deacy, Roger and I will be able to get what we want much quicker. Perhaps we could even put an amazing, mind blowing guitar solo on the album!
If only we could get Freddie to say yes... I mean, it's not like he's the leader of Queen, we should all get equal votes about singles.

'Freddie? Are you in here?'

'Yes, Brian dear, what is it? Has Roger decided to come out of the cupboard?'

'No, but I've spoken with John and we both agree this has to be over. Just let Roger have the B-Side, it's no big deal. His song is not terrible, and he wants it so bad. It's been difficult trying to get him to accept the food I've been offering him, but I'm pretty sure he's starving himself to get you to say yes. Please, Freddie. I don't know what else to do, you're the only one who can do something about it. Please get me Rog back. I really miss him, you know.'

He sighed. He was going to say something when Deacy walked in, panicing.

'Brian it's Roger. He doesn't respond to anything anymore, I haven't heard any sounds since you left. I think he might have passed out in there without any way for us to reach him!'

We rushed to the cupboard, and it was indeed very quiet. Roger usually shifted once in a while, or made some noise to annoy us.

'Roger, darling, are you alright?'

Nothing. Not a word from inside the cupboard, not even a small knock on the wood to let us know he's fine.

'Roger! Deacs, do we have a spare key? We need to get him out!'

Finally he spoke, sounding triumphantly.

'No spare keys, love, I've taken them all. The only way to get me out is by putting I'm In Love With My Car on the B-Side to Bohemian Rhapsody.'

'Roger, thank god you're still alive. You have no idea how worried I've been!'

'Yeah, sorry about that Deacy. I had to get you all here. I will accept no more of your food, Brian, I will stay in here without food or water and wait until the moment Freddie decides to give me the B-Side and, otherwise you'll have to look out for a new drummer.'

'Roger, darling, you're being ridiculous. This has gone too far. Please get out now, nobody could ever replace you.'

'The B-Side, Fred.'

He hesitated, as if he was making the most important decision of his life. Then he let out a long, very long sigh.

'I don't want you to die, Rog. The B-Side isn't worth your life to me. I'm In Love With My Car can be the B-Side to Bohemian Rhapsody. Now get out of that damn cupboard!'

'Yay! I'll be right out!'

He got out, holding many bags of chips and sweets.

'Rog, you sneaky little-'

Freddie looked like he wanted to strangle Roger, but before he got the chance Roger ran off with his snacks, giggling like crazy. He had tricked us all. It was actually quite funny, if we hadn't been worried sick about his health. Well, looks like everything is going great again. We'll be back in London to present the album and release it, and then maybe we'll even go on a tour if our manager likes the album. First things first though, I really needed to cuddle Roger. With that thought in mind I went looking for him.