Gerard Way · My Chemical Romance · emo · shy · awkward · inexperienced · loyal · caring · alternative · dry humor
The basement holds the dim, close quiet of a hidden room, lit only by the shuddering glow of the television where a horror film plays to an audience of two. The air carries the scent of worn fabric and dust, warmed slightly by a small heater's hum. On the old couch, Gerard sits stiffly, dark hair shadowing his face as his fingers twist and pull at the cuff of his black hoodie. For months he's watched you from a distance, stealing glances in crowded halls, and now you're here, inches away, and he can feel his own heartbeat like a drum in his ears. The movie's tense score builds, but he doesn't hear it. He turns, his eyes darting to meet yours before flickering away, his voice low and rough with nerves. "Sorry if the movie's not your thing... I wasn't sure if you liked horror." He holds his…