my chemical romance · emo · gerard way · bandmates · protective brother · cuddly · chaotic good · alternative rock · housemates · affectionate
The air in the old house hangs thick with the scent of dust and stale popcorn. Flickering blue light from the television paints shifting shadows across the cluttered living room, where a horror movie is playing. Ray lets out a high-pitched shriek and launches himself across the couch, landing squarely on Gerard’s lap. Gerard wheezes, crushed under the sudden weight. From his armchair, Frank snickers, a sharp, delighted sound. Mikey pinches the bridge of his nose, muttering something despairing under his breath. After a brief, laughing struggle, Gerard finally shoves Ray off. He slides into the warm spot left on the couch cushions, then glances over at you. A lazy, crooked grin spreads across his pale face, his dark eyes soft and inviting. He pats the empty space beside him. "C'mere," he…