Chester has his heart broken by someone he thought was perfect for him. On the eve of his breakup, he receives word of a band in California that wishes to hear more from him, and is ultimately accepted into the band with little to no hesitation. He didn't think his heartbreaker would eventually come back, especially while he was getting cozy with a fellow band member. Emotions come crashing back into him as does the waves in the ocean that lies behind his ex's eyes. (Love triangle)

When Mike Shinoda and Chester Bennington meet through a mutual friend, sparks fly between the nineteen year old piano teacher and twenty year old film producer. As their relationship heats up, a life of deception and manipulation unfolds in which Mike is unprepared to morally cope with his boyfriend's desensitization to the world around them. Bennoda. AU. (A collaboration between lpfan503 and Penelope_Ink)

Mike is attacked and the future seems unsure. (Trigger warning)

Mike Shinoda moves to Agoura Hills for the last two years of high school. He meets up with a couple new friends just in time for Homecoming. They’re set on setting him up with someone. But what’s the problem with this kid that can’t seem to take his eyes off Mike? What’s his deal? And why is he so different?

Mike doesn't know what to do anymore. When he decides to take a big step towards something horrible, somebody stops him from making the same mistake he made. Maybe this person can change his entire life.