Alex POV-

I walked down the halls of the Literature Building with John  by my side. John and I have Poetry Class together in the morning every Wednesday. 

"How on earth do you write so well!" John groaned.

"I don't know..." I said.

"Why do you write like you're running out of time?"

"Because I am," 

"Alex just please let me copy your notes, one last time!" he begged.

I groaned, "John, can't you stay awake in class for at least five minutes?"

"Says the one who stays awake all night," he crossed his arms while walking.

"Yes, I do, because I have to finish my essays!"

"But it's still due next month!" 

"I like to be advanced," I reasoned. 

"Yes, Alex you're overworking yourself. You can get sleep-deprived!" his voice concerned.

"I already am. But I have the power of coffee," I laughed, raising my coffee cup.  

"But- hold on, is that Jeffershit?" he said. I snickered at the name. "Alex, look! He's beating up Peggy!" And by that we ran over to help. Before Jefferson made another black eye at Peggy, I tackled him while John helped Peggy up. I placed numerous punches in his face until there was a purple bruise showing up. My knuckles were bloody from punching his jaw. I saw John and Peggy disappear to the Infirmary at the corner of my eye. I got distracted and Jefferson had his chance to give me a couple of punches. He knocked me out of conscious.

And next, it was black.

 John POV-

I helped Peggy walk into the Infirmary as she was limping. I set her down by the front desk. "Stay here," I said. I turn to face the nurse, "Please help my friend. She was beaten up by Jeff-"

"Third time this week.." she grumbled.

"What? Yes, please help her. I'll be back with Alex..."

I remembered Alex and ran back to the halls. I saw a crowd surrounding Jefferson and Alex. Jefferson knocked out Alex and I rushed to his aid. "Jefferson, fuck off," I growled. He smirked and gave me a kick before leaving. I brushed it off. I'm used to this. 

I carried Alex back to the Infirmary. He was unconscious. I rushed to the nurse who helped me set him down at one of the beds.  

The nurse said, "Your friend is there," she pointed to a nearby bed. I smiled a 'thank you' to her. 

"Peggy! Are you alright?" I asked, worried.

"John! Y-yeah, I'm f-fine..." she looked down. "Th-thanks. Y-you guys saved me..."

"Peggy, of course! We would save you, we're your best friends,"

"Thanks...Where's Alex!?!"

"Oh... He's over there. Unconsci-"I pointed to Alex but was cut off by Peggy crying.

"W-what?"

"Peggy, it's not your fault. Jefferson is just being shit"

"But-" 

"No"

"But-"

"Nah"

"Mais-"

"French now, eh?" I said, leaning to the wall. "Nuh uh"

"UGH-"

"Okay, chill"

"I WON'T CHILL UNTIL YOU SHUT UP!"

"Okay, okay," I raised my hands up in surrender.

"IToldJeffersonToShutUpBecauseHeWasBeingAShitAndNow, Y'know the rest..."

"What did he do?"

"He called me and Maria fags..."

"THE FRIK I'M GONNA KILL HIM- hold on, fags?" I said as a hit of realization hit me.

"Fags..." she muttered, looking at her bruised hands.

"Fags. I'M GONNA BURN HIM ALIVE," I growled. Of course, I was exaggerating. I am not letting this Jeffershit call my best friend a fag..."Wait, are you and Maria-" I grinned.

"NO! W-we w-were just walking t-together to c-class," she blushed. Boy, she is falling for her. She did fall for her. Literally. 

"Okay," I hummed. "I'm just gonna head over to Alex, Pegs, oh...I missed class. I'm sure Mrs. Washington would understand," I waved.

I walked back to Alex's bed. He was still unconscious. I sighed. Why did I let Alex get hurt. I checked my watch. It's been a couple of hours, already. I was getting worried. I missed his smile, voice, eyes- oh my gosh. This is just a small crush. 

Right???

What's happening to me?! 

And then after a few minutes of silence...

Alex POV-

I woke up on a... hospital bed?!?! Why am I here. I felt a sharp pain at my shoulders. I think I may have broken a bone or two. The memories of me and Jefferson flooded to my mind.

"Alex!" a familiar voice shouted. I turned to look at the source of where it had came from. I turned to see a freckled boy, John, smiling.

"John!" I smiled. His smiles were too contagious. Next second, I was wrapped into a tight hug by John. I blushed, I hope it fades away soon. "How long was I out?"

"Around two hours. But you're okay, now. You scared me half to death!" He said, relieved that I was awake. He was... worried? He cared about...me?!?

"You're worried...about me? You care about me?!?" I mumbled, trying not to looked surprised. Maybe there's hope he li-

"Of course, Alexander. You're my best friend!" My smile faded, a bit. WHY IS LOVE SO HARD! Do I love John Laurens? No, I think I'm in love with John Laurens.

(A/N: Love is blind...)

Shoo, Chloe, you're the author. You're supposed to write not interrupt.

ANYWAYS

I smiled, "Thanks, John"

"No problem," he answered. "I'll just get the nurse..." And he walked out.

John POV-

Why can't I tell him? I walked out of the room where the beds were located. I spotted the nurse at the front desk. I walked towards her. "Ma'am, Alexander is awake"

She replied,"Oh, I'll go over. And please, call me Martha, dear"

We walked back to Alex's bed. Martha was carrying some painkillers.

"Here, dear," she handed him the painkillers while I gave him the bottle of water at the bedside table. "You can go out in a few minutes"

Alex mumbled a quick thanks. I smiled. "Come on, let's go"

He got out of bed with me as a support. "Peggy's over there," I pointed at a bed at the corner. 

"Let's check on her," he limped over to her. Around halfway, I couldn't help but carry him over there. 

I chuckled,"You need a ride?"

He scoffed,"Fine..."

We ran to Peggy, who was currently on the phone. 

Peggy POV-

I saw John reappear with Alex on his back, laughing.  I quickly took out my phone from my pocket and snapped a picture. I opened Operation Lams.

Operation Lams

AndPeggay: <insert image>

NeverSatisfied: Peggy, why are you in the Infirmary?

AndPeggay: Well, Jefferson beat me up and Alex defended me...

This is total mom-mode for the group. I swear, they're on their way here. In a few moments I saw Alex and John arrive, still laughing. 

"Hey, gays" I snickered. They fell quiet and looked away from each other, blushing. God, why are they so oblivious. 

"Anyways, hi Peggy. How are you doing," Alex changed the subject with a pink face.

"I'm good. I was worried about you. I'm so so sorry I got you into that-" I was cut off by him.

"Peggy, there's no need  to apologize. "

"But Alex-"

"No," he raised his index finger.

"But"

"Mm?"

"Alex, let me explain-"

"Wha?"

"GOSH, STFU YOU'RE LIKE LAURENS"

"Seriously, Pegs, I'm just glad to help you. Jeffershit, or whatever, has no rights to do that," Alex reasoned. I nodded.

John laughed," Whatever, Angelica's gonna fight him. She may seem sweet but she's fierce"

And on cue, the gang entered the room. "In fact, she did," Laf snickered.

Angelica and Eliza rushed to both of my sides. John explaining every detail of the fight, including a few of what I said.

"Maria?" They said in unison. 

I blushed," W-were j-just walking t-to class. I-I dropped off M-mars to her class and I just continued walking to m-mine which was just a few turns a-away"

A chorus of teases filled the atmosphere.

"Yeah, right"

"Y'sure?"

"Peggy has a little CrUSh"

"Guys! Not the right time!" John said. Mom-figure. They all are. I smiled. I'm so happy that I was with this group of friends.

A/N: Hi! Uh... I hope you've been enjoying this. Thanks. Uhm... I don't really have anything to say. 'Til next time!