5 parts Ongoing MatureFrank Iero's life is a whirlwind of everyday chaos: a car that barely runs, a messy room, and an endless cycle of high school drama. But beneath the surface, his real struggle is far more complicated-he's hiding a deep crush on Gerard Way, his best friend Mikey's older brother.
Gerard's life is no less tangled, caught in a toxic relationship with the manipulative and volatile Bert McKraken. As Frank watches Gerard suffer, he's torn between his longing for something more and his frustration at being unable to help him escape.
After Gerard offers to help Frank out with something, their connection begins to grow. Stolen moments of vulnerability, tense confrontations all begin to reveal the cracks in Gerard's façade. When Frank stumbles upon evidence of the true cost of Gerard's toxic relationship, he's forced to confront his feelings head-on and decide how far he's willing to go to protect someone he loves.
TW // This story features depictions of domestic abuse, sexual content, and drug use