franklin-lebeau:
“Home for Christmas?” He repeated. It seemed like Franklin, in his flustered state, was reduced to merely restating everything Hunter said, in the form of a question. It wasn’t necessarily because he was confused by the concept, but more because he needed time to think, because every statement was coming as a surprise to him. “Attends-” he slipped into french for a moment, a switch that was flipped on in his head anytime he saw his brother or father. “Are you going home for Christmas?” he asked. “I- I mean, I wasn’t really planning on going home. But if she wants me there, I shouldn’t really refuse. Right? I mean, that would be rude. Plus, Christmas usually means free Christmas dinner…Doesn’t it? And presents. But, then I would have to get presents too. And a new phone,” he groaned. At this point, he was just rambling, and his questions weren’t actually directed at Hunter. “Yeah- actually- can I use it?”
“Do you need me to write it down so that you’ll understand better?” He asked, his tone laced with sarcasm as he had gotten tired of having everything he said parroted back at him by Franklin. The concept didn’t seem like it came straight out of left field, it was the holiday season, after all. A good a time as any to be with family even if they were dysfunctional and it seemed like none of them could get along. He was at least willing to pretend, if only for a brief glimpse of what it used to be like when they were kids. “It’s not like I’ve got anything better to do, might as well enjoy a homecooked meal. Anything would be better than the garbage I would probably be eating, otherwise.” That alone was reason enough for him. Quick and simple, unlike all the pointless thinking that his brother seemed to be doing. Rather than entertain any of his many questions, Hunter handed him his phone and took the opportunity to look at their surrounding giving Franklin a semblance of privacy so he could make his phone call.










