Let Me In Your Heart Again | Hardzello♡

Chapter 67

Next to his weird behavior in the bathroom before, Joe also remains remarkably quiet in the car. He just stares out the window, and hasn't looked at Ben since they left.
The two soon arrive at Roger's house and get out of the car.
Joe wants to walk to the door and knock, but before he can do that Ben takes his wrist.
'Are you okay? Did I say something wrong?' The blond asks with a worried look.
When Ben says this, Joe feels his heart break. His heart wants nothing more than to tell Ben the truth and fall into his arms. But his head tells him it would be wiser to keep quiet. For him and for Ben.
The ginger pulls his wrist away from Ben's hand and nods. 'Yes I'm fine. And no, you didn't say something wrong, I just don't feel very well. But don't worry about me. Let's go party.' 
Ben hesitates for a moment, but decides to believe the ginger on his twinkling hazel eyes. 'Okay, but just tell me when you wanna go home. Because then I'm going with you.' He says.
Joe nods, and beckons Ben to follow him to the door. 'I will. Now let's have fun.' He says with a smile.

The two are let in by Brian.
When everyone has finished a few drinks, Roger beckons Ben to join him. 'How about a small drum session? ' He asks with a grin.
Ben's eyes widen. 'I um- I don't know. I haven't really played the drums since I got out of the hospital. I don't know if I'm good enough.' He mumbles insecure.
Roger grins and pulls him to the corner where his drum kits are. 'Oh stop it, you can't forget how to drum. It's about passion and love for music. Although it started differently for me than it did for you, it is about the same passion.' The man says with a grin.
Ben chuckles when he thinks back to when he had to learn to play drums. He lied to get this part, and he never regretted it. Although learning to play the drums was stressful in such a short time. But he still enjoys it when he drums. 'Okay then, let's do this.' He says with a smile.
With a nervous smile, Ben searches the room for Joe, before taking a seat behind the drum kit.
Joe is nowhere to be found.
'Ready kid?' Roger asks with a smile.
Ben nods. He twirls the drumsticks a few times, and takes a deep breath. Just before he wants to start, he sees Joe entering the room.
Reassured, Ben lets the sticks dance to the drums. He starts with a small part of Keep Yourself Alive.
He soon feels that familiar feeling. The feeling that tells him that everything is okay, and the feeling that drags him into the rhythm of the music.
He smiles widely when he hears Roger starting to drum along with him. He closes his eyes, and listens to the beats of the two drums colliding together.

When he opens his eyes again, he hears clapping and cheering. He can feel himself blushing when Roger nods proudly to him. 
Ben chuckles when Brian also smiles proudly at him and shoots him a wink.
He gets up from behind the drum kit, and can't help but feel a little proud. At least he can still drum. He looks around the room, and suddenly his eyes meet Joe's.
They stare at him dreamily. But as soon as Joe realizes that Ben is looking at him, he looks away and walks towards Rami, Lucy, Lina and Gwilym.
Ben sees that Joe says something to them and then leaves. He rushes over to the others. 'Hey guys, uhm, where did Joe go?' He asks.
'Nice drum thingy you did there Ben.' With a smile, Lucy offers him a glass of champagne.
Ben shakes his head. 'No thanks Luce.'
Lucy shrugs and drinks the glass herself.
'Joe said he was going out for some fresh air. He said he will be back for the speeches. Is everything okay between you?' Rami asks, slightly concerned.
Ben shrugs. 'Well yeah. I mean no. I don't really know actually.'
The others look at him questioningly.
'Before we came here, Joe was in the bathroom for quite a long time. And in the car he didn't say a word. He didn't even look at me. But when I asked him what's wrong he said he just wasn't feeling well. But I don't quite believe that.' Ben explains.
Gwil puts his hand on Ben's shoulder. 'Don't worry. You are made for each other. You two will be fine.' He says before taking Lina's hands to lead her to the dancefloor.
Ben sighs softly. He really hopes so.

The blond slightly jumps when Brian pats him on the shoulder.
'Sorry, I didn't mean to startle you.' The man chuckles.
Ben smiles. 'That's okay. I'm just a bit on edge today.' He says as he frowns.
Brian looks at him slightly worried.
'But I'm okay.' Ben quickly adds to reassure Brian. The latter nods with a smile.
'I can't believe we're done shooting. I'm gonna miss it.' Ben says to change the subject.
Brian nods in agreement. 'I know, right. At the beginning Rog and I didn't think it would be such a success. And the movie isn't even out yet.' He chuckles.

When Ben looks around the room, he sees Joe entering. He would prefer to run up to him and fall into his arms, but he decides not to.
Then Dexter gets up on a chair and waits until he has everyone's attention. 'Ladies and gentlemen. Today we officially say goodbye to the Bohemian Rhapsody movie. Although the adventure is only starting now. Soon the whole world will be able to enjoy this film, and of course Queen's music. I'd like to toast to four great actors. Gwilym, Ben, Joe and Rami. Thanks to you, the characters came to life. It is indescribable how much you putted your heart and soul into this movie. I have never been able to work with such a fine cast. And I want to thank you for that. God bless you all, and cheers.' He raises his glass, and the entire cast and crew begins to cheer. 
Now it's Brian and Roger's turn to give a speech.
Ben grins when he sees Roger reluctantly walking forward. Roger really isn't into this sentimental stuff, Ben knows that as much as the others do. 
Ben raises his thumbs when Roger looks at him. The man rolls his eyes and stands next to Brian. 

Brian smiles and clears his throat. 'Well, as Dexter said, this movie wouldn't have happened without our four great actors. It's amazing what these four friends went through. And despite all that, they were willing to go for this movie.' He says with a proud smile.
All four friends smile at the guitarist.
'Ben, Joe? The two of you were ready on set the day after you were released from the hospital. If that doesn't show how committed you are to this movie, then I don't know what does.' Brian continues his speech. 'And Rami and Lucy, who met on set and are now a happy couple. I can't say how happy I am that the Borhap set is where you guys met. You both did such an amazing job.'
Rami smiles widely before giving Lucy a kiss.
Brian shoots the black-haired boy a wink before going on with his speech. 'And then Gwilym and Lina. I can't even describe how proud I am that my movie son and his girlfriend are going to be parents. That child is lucky with parents like that. In these few months Gwilym and I got to know each other very well. Which is how I know you'll be a great dad, Gwil. Thanks for these great months guys!' 
Then it's Roger's turn for a speech. 'Well, actually everything has already been said. Thanks for that Brian. We are so proud of the achievements you all have delivered. To be honest, I had my doubts when I heard there was going to be a movie about us. And especially about the fact that someone would play me, and drum in the movie. But Ben, I couldn't have wished for anyone better to play me. You even let me relive the good old days. It feels like I've got a bonus son.' He raises his glass with a smile. 'Cheers!'

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