[Sidestember - Day 2] Water Guns
Sidestember prompt list is here!
Pairings: None. Take it how you see it.
Word Count: 1,227
Song Used: Water Guns by Todrick Hall Feat. Jordin Sparks
[Warnings: Death mention, Gunfire, Implied Homophobia]
It had started out as a fun night. They went to the same club every Wednesday night. It wasn’t too busy so Virgil or Logan could chill at the bar while Roman and Patton danced to their hearts content. Dee usually served them as he worked there as a bartender and Remus would turn up late and challenge Roman to shots. They were an odd bunch but the club was home for them.
After all, there weren’t many places that were lgbtq+ only.
They had all shared the club somewhere within their personal stories. But this night was one that their story was the same as strangers.
“Ooh I love this song!” Exclaimed Patton, clapping his hands as he took a water break. Virgil chuckled.
“You sure do.” Said Virgil with a smile. Logan quirked a smile and took a sip of his water.
“I’d advise not running out there to join Roman though. You need to rest.” Said Logan. Patton chuckled and pushed up his glasses. “Yeah I guess so.” Chuckled Patton tiredly as he sat down.
“Speaking of Princey, he totally hasn’t made a new friend.” Chuckled Dee as he motioned for them to look at the dance floor. They turned to find Roman dancing up close and personal to some dude with a leather jacket and sunglasses. Virgil spat water back into his glass to avoid making a mess. Logan covered Patton’s eyes and Patton snickered.
“Lo, I’m a fully grown adult. We’re in a gay bar. You don’t need to cover my eyes.” Giggled Patton, removing Logan’s hand. Virgil spluttered and Logan cleared his throat awkwardly. Dee snickered. “Oh look. Here comes the dancers.” Said Dee teasingly.
Roman heard him and flushed red before laughing. “Hey guys. This is Remy. And he can move.” Said Roman, winking as he introduced his dance partner.
Remy chuckled. “Nice to meet you all.” He chuckled. Roman grinned and leaned on the bar with an arm over Logan as he reached for the water. “This is the nerd Logan. The emo is Virgil and the sweetheart is Patton.” Introduced Roman. Patton giggled.
“Aw you flirt.” Giggled Patton. Roman winked at him. “Oh and this sneaky bartender is Dee.” Said Roman. Dee winked. “Short for Deceit.” Joked Dee. Remy chuckled. “Well babe you seem just as sweet as a white lie.” Joked Remy flirtatiously. “Oh? Is that so?” Flirted Dee with an amused grin. Virgil and Logan rolled their eyes amused.
Four phones buzzed in pockets and Logan checked his own. “Ah. Remus appears to be on his way. He says, and I quote, ‘Roman you better get ready to drink your ass to hell’.” Said Logan. “Heck yeah! He’s on! I’m beating him this time!” Exclaimed Roman. Virgil snickered. “Yeah and I’ll actually not panic before a presentation.” Joked Virgil. Remy covered his mouth as he snickered. “You’re hilarious babe.” Said Remy. Patton giggled and Logan chuckled.
Roman gasped and went to retort when a scream rang out and gunfire pierced through the crowd.
Patton screamed in horror and Virgil grabbed him, pulling him close as they ducked down. Dee ducked behind the bar while Roman dragged Remy and Logan down. Patton and Virgil clutched each other and Roman moved over to them quickly.
“Behind the bar!” He hissed to the group as people screamed and ran. Logan collected Virgil into his arms and helped the shaking man run behind the bar while Roman pulled Patton and Remy along by the hand. They all collapsed together with Dee on the ground, gunfire and screams filling their ears. Glass smashed and loud thuds of people hitting the floor hit heavy to them all.
Virgil shook and tears streamed down his face as he struggled to breathe. Patton broke into quiet sobs, too fearful to make any noise. Roman took Virgil’s hand and Logan whispered his breathing techniques. Dee held Patton close while grabbing Remy’s hand tightly. Roman copied Virgil’s breathing as tears began to call as he shakily pulled his phone out, sending one text before hiding his phone back into his pocket.
Princey: Remus. I love you brother.
“I love you all s-so m-much and if-” Cried Patton as they continued to hear screams. Virgil whimpered. “Patton-"
It turned quiet and they all held their breath.
Footsteps echoed through the club as a gun was cocked. Logan clutched Virgil to his chest tightly, taking Roman’s free hand. They all stared at each other in silent terror.
Time seemed to stop.
Until sirens rang through the air and police filed into the club.
Time began to pass by without thought until they were outside, still clutching each other.
"ROMAN!!"
Roman let go of the group before the two brothers ran and tackled each other to the ground. "YOU’RE NOT ALLOWED TO SCARE ME LIKE THAT! THAT’S MY JOB YOU WHALE PENIS!” Wailed Remus as he clutched his twin. Roman cried loudly, laughter breaking through his sobs. “I never thought I’d be so glad to be called a dork. You’re the dork bro.” Cried Roman.
“REMY!"
Remy spun around and caught the man in a hug. "Emile… Em oh my god…” Choked out Remy, slowly going down to his knees still holding Emile.
Remus finally let Roman go and tackled Dee in a hug. Dee cried as they both fell to the ground.
Roman joined back with the other three who all fell to the ground.
~~~
“But things have changed now, the world just ain’t the same now
We’re frightened but we need to be enlightened, use our brain now.”
They stood together, people holding candles and flags. Tears had stained the cheeks of everyone present.
This couldn’t happen anymore. They had to make a stand.
And so their feet began to move.
“These ain’t water guns
And please save all our sons and daughters
What we fighting for?
Cause these ain’t water guns, water guns no more”
Virgil shuddered as fresh tears fell down his cheeks. Patton linked his arm with his as his own tears fell.
“Look around, tell me how we ever got here
We fightin’ hard, but the reasoning is not clear
Stop here, where is the love if it’s not here?”
Remus puffed out his cheeks in anger, his initial fear for his brother warped into rage towards the person who caused such death.
Dee placed a hand on his shoulder calmly, his own rage simmering under his skin.
“These ain’t water guns
And please save all our sons and daughters
What we fighting for?
Cause these ain’t water guns, water guns no more"
Emile held Remy’s arm comfortingly. Remy’s glasses were off, tucked over his shirt collar. His eyes were shining with unshed tears and determination.
"So take my hand in your hand
And let’s stand if we can
Pray for all the fallen ones”
Roman took Logan hand as Logan took Virgil’s free hand also. Patton reach out and took Emile’s hand, and understood look passing between the two. Roman took his Remus’s hand and they march together.
Roman opened his mouth and sang. He sang as loud as he could with the marching group joining in.
“These ain’t water guns
And please save all our sons and daughters
What we fighting for?
Cause these ain’t water guns, water guns no more!"
Do you hear them?
These ain’t water guns no more.
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