TW: Mention of abuse

Alastor, Charlie, Vaggie, Niffty, Pentious, Cherri and Husk all were over at Rosie's house for the night. At least, that's what the parents thought. Rosie's parents were out of town for a few weeks and she was home alone. Her friends all sat with her near the window that faced Angel's room. The curtain was covering the view but you could hear sounds of whips as if someone was hitting him. Charlie hugged Vaggie as she sobbed. Alastor felt his rage rise.

After about an hour, they saw Angel walking out of the house. Her dad was behind him. His brother was standing besides him, trembling with fear. Molly was hiding behind Arackniss, staring in shock as Angel was being told to go somewhere. His voice was so loud, Rosie and the others could hear him. "If you didn't reach their in under an hour. I will drag you down and beat you up. Now get your face Outta here. And be of some use for once." he growled at the boy who was in tears. He wasn't in coverall this time, instead in his favourite feminine shirt and shorts. His arms were covered in bruises and he was trying hard not to cry.

He walked away from his dad and round the alleyway. Rosie and the others got into her car and drove away. They followed Angel closely. Soon, he reached a huge mansion and walked in. The group stood outside, hiding behind their car.

"What the fuck is going on?" Cherri asked in a confused tone. Vaggie pulled out her phone and took a photo of the mansion, trying to find out who it belonged to. Alastor frowned at the phone. It was the latest iPhone. Alastor didn't understood it's need, he found his old phone rather sufficient.

His friends usually teased him for his lacks of knowledge of technology and interest in old gadgets. Well, everyone except Angel, who appreciated every thing about Alastor. Alastor again feels a sinking feeling in his gut as he remembered how he was hugging Jordan in school that day. Rosie puts a hand on his shoulder to console him.

"Woah!" Vaggie exclaims as she stared at her phone. "What is it?" Alastor asked, his smile returning a little. "Do you remember that businessman Vox the one who owns Voxtagram, Voxtube, Voxbook, Voxpad, etc. he and his business partner Valentino own this house along with Vox's 19 year old adopted daughter, Velvette." Vaggie replied. What in the world was Angel doing here?

"But why would Angel's father send him here?" Husk asks, looking towards the huge mansion. "Hmm. Let's see. Their Voxtagram shows, that Vox and Velvette are in New Jersey right now. No idea about Valentino, he hasn't posted in weeks. He barely ever posts, look." Vaggie said, showing the phone to her friends.

"Maybe his father wants him to steal something from the house?" Charlie wondered. "If he wanted to do that, he would send either Arackniss or come on his own. Why would he send a 16 year old?" Pentious said. "Whatever. I don't care. I am going in to find out." Cherri said, standing up. Vaggie immediately grabs her and pulls her back down. "We are worried about him too. But going in without knowing anything could be risky." Charlie said.

"I don't care about risks. Angie is my best friend. And he is in trouble. I am getting him outta there." Cherri said. "No, it's important to do research first, just like in school projects." Rosie said. "Hey, guys!" Niffty who was in her phone, called out.

"Listen to this. Vox and Valentino are said to be in an open relationship and Valentino is a pimp. Police have failed to arrest him repeatedly due to any lack of evidence. But there are reports of many people disappearing after meeting him. They are all presumed sold or dead." Niffty said. The expressions of the group changed. Fear seemed to come over them. Why the fuck was Angel here?

"I am going in." Cherri said. "Me too." Alastor said. "No, wait. I hear something." Husk interjected. The group peeked up a little and saw Angel walking towards the gate with an extremely tall man. "That's Valentino." Vaggie murmured. Angel seemed to be smiling but Alastor can tell when a smile is faked. Valentino kissed him on the forehead. He then stepped out of the gates and locked them. He waved bye to the young boy, got in his car and left. As soon as he left, the boy's smile faltered. He fell onto the ground, hugged his knees and began sobbing.

Alastor felt his heart break. Even though, he felt like Angel was cheating on him, he still loved the blonde boy. As soon as Val's car turned the corner, the group stood up and rushed to the gates. "What- what the hell? Guys!" Angel got startled and then stared at his friends. "Rosie, I told you not to tell anyone." he said, looking at his neighbour and friend. "I had to. Al was crying." she said but stopped as soon as she realised what she had said. "Umm, let's go guys. Let's give these two some space." Charlie said and the group went back to their car, leaving Al and Angel alone.

Alastor was looking down, not sure what to feel. Should he be mad? Should he be upset? Maybe he should be? But all he could feel was pain. Angel slid close to the gates and put his hand on his boyfriend's cheek. He lifted to meet Al's eyes. "I am so sorry baby I told you to go. But my dad was home and he has seen your photo. He would kill you." Angel said, tears streaming down his face. "That...... was not what I was upset about." Alastor said hesitatingly. "Oh?"

Alastor didn't knew how to explain what he was feeling. He couldn't exactly word it. He was feeling insecure and in pain. "What's wrong, babe?" Angel asked, cupping Alastor's face. Alastor noticed how broad the bars of the gates were for Angel. He was as slim as a stick. He was always on a strict diet and barely ever are anything. But he looked thinner than usual, like he was being starved. Alastor frowned. How can his father expect him to eat lesser than he already does.

"Babe?" Angel's voice brought Alastor out of his thoughts. "I..... I am sorry, I just...... Do you think I am broken?"
The sudden question shocked Angel. "Do you feel like there's something missing from our relationship? Di you seek something, I can't provide? Am I not-" he was cut off by Angel's hand covering his mouth.

"Al, sweetie. What makes you think any of that?" Angel asked, moving closer. "I.... I just.... Didn't feel safe when you were blushing too much with that guy...... I tried to ignore it but then I saw you hug him and pulling him into the washroom. I still tried to dismiss it but I felt really insecure..... when you didn't introduce me as your boyfriend. And then some people called me broken for being asexual." Alastor replied. He expected Angel to get mad at him for doubting him but instead the boy pulled his boyfriend closer and kissed his cheek.

"He was praising my handwriting and looks, and I was just feeling shy. Then I told him how my dad was mad at me after he found out I was gay. I never meant to hurt you. I was crying on his shoulder and he suggested we go in the washroom so as to not attract attention. I introduced everyone as my friend, I didn't mean to dismiss that you were my boyfriend, I promise." Angel explained. "I am sorry for doubting you." Alastor said, trying to hold back tears.

"Hey, hey, hey. It's not your fault. Trust me, I have been jealous plenty of times in past relationships. And if I saw you telling your jokes to any other boy, I will freak, I swear. It's not your fault. Insecurity is okay. You just have to learn to talk about it. Like you are doing now. And don't listen to those jerks. Asexuality is a beautiful sexuality in itself. You don't need sex in a relationship, it doesn't define it. Love defines relationship. And I love you. More than I have ever loved anyone. And I don't want to ever lose you." Angel said. Alastor smiled broadly.

The two sat there in silence for a few minutes, holding hands and looking at each other. Angel's entire body was in excruciating pain but Alastor's eyes somehow made him feel better. "You have the most gorgeous eyes, my dear." the brunette said. "No, you have. Your eyes take away my pain." Angel replied.

The word pain struck Alastor's ears like a thunderbolt. "Angel why are you here, my love?" he asked. Angel's smile disappeared, he took his hands back and turned around. He sighed as he say with his back against the gates.

"Few weeks ago, when I was in the washroom. My dad came in my room and he saw our messages. He wasn't happy. He got mad. He hit me and then whipped me with his belt. Mom tried to stop him and he...... He killed her." Angel sobbed into his knees. Alastor was too stunned to speak. He could never imagine losing his mother. His mother meant a lot to him. He turned to look at Angel. He only loved his friends as much as his mother. And Angel was his everything. "Angel, I am so sorry." he managed to say.

Angel sniffled and calmed down a little before continuing, "He disposed of the body. Niss and Molls were too scared to say or do anything. And he sends me here every weekend. Valentino offered to help him financially if he delivers him a male prostitute every weekend. And now I am Val's little whore. Cursed to sleep with him for as long as he wants. He beats, he makes marks on my skin with knives. He has the weirdest kinks. He is motherfucking monster." Angel ended and burst into tears. Alastor couldn't believe his ears. This was by far the cruelest thing he had ever heard. And here he thought, his father was the worst. "

I am ending the chapter here. This is the second angsty story I have written this week and imma go and calm down a bit. They make me cry. Thanks for reading.

Next chapter coming soon..... Possibly.....

My 12th grade finals start next week.