friends, fathers, and partners
written for the @aftgbigbang with art from the amazing @solelystarling
summary: It’s easy for Jean to forget where he is, forget that he’s standing in California in an apartment thousands of miles away from where the others are, and suddenly he’s in the room with them. He can hear Eric’s laughter from where he sits with one knee against his chest, watching with dark eyes Jean will never forget. He can feel Justin’s hands on him, a bruising grip on his shoulder pushing until Jean’s on his knees. In a blink, he’s sixteen and can’t remember how to say ‘no’ or ‘stop’ in English as Justin unbuttons his pants. Jean can feel his mouth forming around the words, though he’s unsure of whether it’s real or a memory when no sound comes out. * * * Or: Jean knew better than to assume the Ravens would let up on him, but that doesn't make it easier to deal with. Miles away, Jean reals with the effects they still have over him and the Trojans hold him together. - Read on AO3
