A Risk Worth Taking? (Jyrus)

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Cyrus decides to tell Jonah about his feelings, but will they be returned to him, or will he have his heart broken.

Cyrus POV

I couldn't keep this to myself any longer. I had come out to my friends, and they offered me unconditional support. Without them, there is not any way I would ever consider talking about his feelings.

There was one person I had yet to tell, and that would be my best friend, Jonah. In case you're wondering, it's not that I don't trust him, but I can't face him at the moment.

The main reason for this is that I had developed strong feelings for him. He's such a great guy, and I didn't want to risk our friendship.

I was on my way to the spoon, when I noticed Andi and Buffy. Naturally I walked over to them and greeted them with hugs.

Andi: Hey.

Buffy: How are you?

Me: I'm great thanks, wanna join me for something to eat?

Andi: I'm in.

Buffy: Me too.

The girls followed me into the spoon. After we sat down in the booth and got our food, Andi broke the silence.

Andi: I think it's time Cyrus.

Me: For what?

Andi: To tell Jonah.

Buffy: I feel the same.

I was so nervous about it, and hoped that this was going to blow over quickly. I really didn't want to talk to Jonah.

Me: Why? He's not going to like me back and I bet he'll hate me.

Buffy: You don't know that, but you should stop denying yourself the chance to be happy.

Andi: Besides, don't you think he deserves to at least know you're gay?

Me: I get that, but I don't think I can control myself around him.

Buffy: You'll never know unless you do it.

As if on cue, Jonah entered the spoon at that exact moment. I wanted to avoid him, but I knew that wasn't going to happen.

Jonah: Hey Cyrus!

Me: H-hi Jonah!

Jonah: Can I join you?

Me: Y-yeah okay.

As Jonah sat down, I saw Buffy and Andi giving me knowing looks. I felt like I had no other choice than to be honest.

Me: Jonah... I want you to know that... I'm gay.

I couldn't believe how quickly that happened, but I'll admit, it felt really good to get it off of my chest.

Jonah: That's cool dude, nothing changes.

Me: But there's more.

Jonah: More?

Me: Yes, it's difficult to say this but... I've got feelings for you.

I closed my eyes, dreading what his reaction would be. When I opened them again, I was met by stunned faces from the girls, and then I looked at Jonah.

Jonah: I... sorry dude but I don't like you that way.

Me: Really?

Jonah: Yes, I'm not really sure I can accept this.

Me: But...

Jonah: I may have to find another friend.

Me: Oh... okay I... I'll just be going.

I was heartbroken, as I knew I would be. I didn't want my friends to see me cry, so I left as quickly as I could. As I walked, I heard Jonah calling me.

Jonah: Cyrus! Cyrus come back! Wait!

I didn't reply, I wasn't in the mood to talk to him, so I left. I was going to avoid him at all costs, for he had destroyed me.

Jonah POV

I had felt guilty for the way I answered Cyrus. I had never meant to hurt him, it just all happened so quickly and I reacted badly. I hate change, and it was a bit too much to take in.

In an effort to apologise, I had attempted to contact Cyrus several times, but he ended up turning his phone off.

The morning after, I walked to school and when I saw the girls. I went over to them in an attempt to gain better understanding.

Me: Hey.

Andi: You know, I'm not sure if I can look at you.

Me: What?

Buffy: I've never seen Cyrus so sad, and I'm upset that you could do that to him.

Me: Please, I feel so bad about it. I would never want to replace Cyrus.

Buffy: If you want to do something about it, you need to talk to him.

Andi: And as of this moment, we're not talking to you.

It was hard to hear, but deep down I knew I deserved it. How could I have done this? I've done some stupid things before, but never like this.

My train of thought was interrupted by Cyrus coming into view. I ran over to him in the hopes of earning his forgiveness.

Me: Cyrus!

Cyrus: What?!

I'd never heard Cyrus shout before, nor had I ever seen him frown. It was such an alien feeling to experience.

Me: I... I'm sorry.

Cyrus: No you're not.

Me: I am, I swear!

Cyrus: Look, don't waste my time Jonah. I'm sorry that I ever liked you, you're such a jerk.

Me: But I...

Cyrus: Shut up! I do not want to hear your excuses. I don't care about you anymore, so leave me alone.

I knew I was fighting a losing battle, but I couldn't afford to lose my friendship with Cyrus, he was so important to me.

Me: Please, I'm begging you.

Cyrus: Just go, I'm sick of the sight of you.

For the first time in my life, I felt like crying. I had blown my friendship with Cyrus, and I was all alone through losing Andi and Buffy as well.

Me: C-Cyrus!

Cyrus: This is the end of our friendship, accept it and move on.

Me: N-no!

Cyrus: I've already moved on to greater things, I will not waste time on you any more.

He turned around and walked away from me, leaving me feeling my heart being ripped in half. I guess I deserved it, and now I had no more chances.

This was great to write, it was different to do a oneshot which had more tension in it.

Also, I enjoy writing a confident, unafraid Cyrus.

Hope you enjoyed.

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