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6

Samuel Seabury

I woke up that morning with a yawn and a small smile. Climbing out bed, stretching I thought about how the day would go. I picked my phone up from my bedside table and went to my messages.

YourKing: Good morning, love! Hope you slept well! Remember to be strong and hopefully we can talk later ❤️
<Sent at 7:14am>

'Aww.. That was sweet..

When was the last time Charlie texted me a greeting..? Speaking of him.. He has some explaining to do..'

I thought and turned it off, tossing it on my bed and going to take a shower.

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(Small trigger warning??? Just a word I don't like and a threat)

Afterwords, I got dressed, wearing my favorite blue sweater and a pair of beige shorts. I brushed my hair and put the cross necklace James got me. He knew just what I liked, thank the lord for that innocent, sweet boy. After getting ready and grabbing my backpack, I went downstairs and into the kitchen, setting my bag on the counter.

I got out a bagel and turned on the toaster, now hearing the footsteps of my father.

"Now, Samuel. Remember, no hanging out with f*gs, alright? Otherwise, I'll beat the hell out of you. Understand?" He hissed, looking at me with an icy stare.

I didn't meet his gaze and only nodded, fixing a cup of coffee for Charles. He loves it when I make him coffee. Hopefully, he'll explain himself...

"Good. Have a good day at school." Father said and disappeared upstairs. Little did he know, I was gay. He was a pastor and believed that man should never be with other men. But, I believed that God created us to follow our own paths. Not only did I have a boyfriend in secret but, all of my friends were queer. Not only that, some were or even wanting to date each other!

I love my friends for being so unique and excepting! Well.. I don't know if Alexander is my friend. He seems to just tolerate me. I usually just stay out his line of sight. My thoughts were interrupted by the toaster. I secured the lid on my thermos and quickly got the bagel halves, spreading cream cheese on them and putting them on a paper towel.

After running upstairs to grab my phone, put my thermos in my backpack, and grab my breakfast, I was out the door, happily walking to school. I put on my headphones and listened to some Mozart while walking, a small smile on my face. (Classy Sammy)

I made my way onto the campus of Miranda High, putting the paper towel into the trash after devouring the bagels. I put my phone away, sighed and made sure there was nothing on my face and kept walking.

"SEA! HEY, SEA, WAIT UP!" A familiar voice with a southern drawl to it called. I turned around to be greeted by Thomas, his poofy hair, and magenta varsity jacket.

Even though he was on a debate team and didn't play sports, he insisted on buying a varsity jacket, claiming it would "bring out the high school ascetic".

I chuckled and stopped, waiting for him. He ran up, panting a bit and grinned at me.

"Mornin, Sea! How are you?" He asked, running a hand through his locks.

"I'm fine, a bit concerned but fine. I might just be overreacting about it.." I said, playing with my hands.

"Why? What happened? Do I need to kill someone? Besides Burr and Hamilton?" He asked, immediately concerned and crossing his arms.

"No no, oh heavens no! Just.. Charlie changed his phone number on me.. He never does.. maybe I'm just overreacting..! No need to kill him." I replied, looking up at him.

"Odd.. and you're not overreacting. If you're concerned, you're concerned. Maybe something happened to his phone and he got a new one!" He suggested, ruffling my hair. "Maybe you're right.. thanks, Tommy."

"No problem, Sea. Now, have you seen Jem around here? I can't find him!" He whimpered, looking around. Everyone knows that Thomas and James like each other but, neither admitted it. I've gotten calls at 3am from both asking for advice and whatnot. They'd make such a cute couple!!

"Have you checked the library?" I asked, giggling.

"Right! I haven't! Thanks, Sea! If i get there fast enough, I can walk him to class! See ya!" He said and ran off. I watched with a small laugh, shaking my head and entering the school.