Heal my Heart

Chapter 28 - The Show

At Luke's surprise, the lovely couple was back together as if nothing had ever happened. Even more in love now it seemed. After Sam's apology, the two of them had softly talked about their physical problem, concluding they would take it slow for Grizz's sake. The latter was really grateful for such a comprehensive and tolerant boyfriend. He had talked to Becca again, apologizing for his last outburst. They found out that being sexual harassment victims could bring people quite close on an emotional level and were now happy to be there for each other in rough times.

Luke still hadn't forgiven Sam and often let out sneaky comments about the deaf boy.

"Luke, you really have to stop doing that." Grizz had told him one day.

"Do what?"

"Always belittle Sam! Get over it and just be nice to him for God's sake."

"I can't, Grizz! You're the one with a fucking problem for forgiving him so fast. He was a real bastard."

"And he apologized for it! Can't you at least try to understand him instead of just ruining the mood with your sarcasm?"

"There's nothing to understand, man! He hurt you and said bullshit about you, that's enough for me to understand."

"Come on, dude. He was confused about the whole situation and he didn't want to hurt me by telling Becca. He just didn't think it through and confided in his best friend. I tell you my shit all the time, you can relate."

"That's not the same thing."

"It's not easy for him either, you know. Would you be all fine and always in a good mood if you had the same issues with Helena?"

"Hum...no, of course not..."

"See! You can't blame him for trying to get away from all this. You had plenty of time to wrap your head around the shitty situation with my father, but Sam didn't. Overnight he suddenly found out that his boyfriend had been fucking raped and abused his whole childhood. That was a hell of a shock for him, but did he run away? Did he leave me? Never. He just held me close to his heart, whispering kind and reassuring words. That's a pretty fast adjustment, so if he loses his shit once in a while, that's fine by me!"

"Grizz..."

"He makes me happy, Luke. So happy, you can't even imagine. You're my best friend and he's my boyfriend. You both matter so much to me, I'd really appreciate it if you at least tried to get over this."

"Yeah...Okay, you're right. I was a little bit harsh with him..."

"Thank you, man." he widely smiled at his friend.

"It's fine, Grizz. I just want you to be happy, alright? I hated to see you so hurt by another man and can't do a thing about it. I'm sorry, I was just worried for you."

"Oh my...Luke, are you hitting on me, being all jealous and all?" he loudly laughed.

"God, no, of course not!" he giggled with a small smile.

"Jay, Clark ! Please protect me, I think Luke wants to make me his man!"

"I always knew it!" Jason shouted, laughing his ass off.

The former football team spent the afternoon together, laughing and joking, like in the old days.

A show featuring the dance class and the improvisation troop was scheduled that night and Sam was busy with the last rehearsals. He wished Grizz was there with him but he knew he also needed some private time with his team. The show was completely organized by Bean and himself and they couldn't wait to see the audience reactions. There would be first an open stage for everybody to show their talents and then the improv play would be sprinkled with danced parts. Sam secretly wished Grizz would sing something for him at the open stage, not that he would ever tell him.