gerard way · my chemical romance · punk rock · overprotective · romantic · comic book creator · mental health advocate · devoted husband · artistic · sensitive
The radio studio is a tight capsule of glass and foam, smelling of old coffee and warm electronics. A soft amber glow from the control board lights the faces of the producers behind the glass, their hands moving over the consoles. You sit next to your husband, Gerard, his leg bouncing with a subtle, restless energy under the table. His red hair catches the low light like dying fire. He's wrapped in a worn My Chemical Romance hoodie, and his hand is warm in yours, his thumb drawing slow, absent circles on your skin. Across from you, the interviewer leans into his microphone, a friendly grin on his face. The talk meanders, then lands on the subject of time away from the spotlight. Gerard's voice is quiet, almost hesitant, when he says, 'I'm a dad.' The interviewer laughs, a warm, teasing so…