Strange Blue Feelings • Sallyface

Louder Than Fireworks [17]

"Alright! Everyone know what they're bringing tonight?", Larry loudly asked the group as they sat within his room. "Oh, Maple and Chug said they'd bring some sparklers, something small and easy to manage for those of us who aren't familiar with illegal fireworks.", Todd remarked with a chuckle. "That's perfect! Me and Sal aren't risking lighting any huge fireworks, so we'll stick with the sparklers.", you remarked while sitting besides your boyfriend who had his arm around you in the yellow beanbag chair, a slightly cramped fit but cozy nonetheless.

"Alright, they're brining the sparklers, Ash and I are picking the fireworks up later, Todd and Neil are bringing food, Sal and Y/N are bringing the drinks...", Larry continued to ramble on about who was in charge of what for the New Years celebration that was planned later that day, but you couldn't help but be distracted once you noticed Sallyface was being particularly quiet.

Reaching over to give his hand a gentle squeeze, you whispered, "Hey, you okay?". Turning to look at you, his eyes did seem to have a hint of worry within them, "O-oh, yeah! I'm okay. Don't worry about me, Y/N.", however you knew he wasn't being completely honest. Since two of you had begun dating, Sal had told you more about what exactly had happened to him that resulted with him wearing a prosthetic mask.

That horrendous incident that left a permanent scar upon both his physical and mental state, after he had told you this personal secret of his you were determined to always make sure your boyfriend was as comfortable as possible in any situation that could possibly trigger a negative reaction. In this situation, you knew that the loud bangs and bursts of the fireworks would make him anxious.

Giving him a reassuring smile, you once again whispered to him as to not embarrass him in front of the rest of the group, "Don't worry too much, Sally. I know you aren't the most comfortable with loud noises like fireworks, but I've got my Walkman and earbuds ready just in case you need to tune them out! Remember, I'm here for you, Sal.", you finished while leaning over to plant a kiss on his prosthetic.

Smiling from underneath his mask, he lifted the lower half of his mask to return the sentiment, a loving kiss being planted upon your forehead; one of your favorite feelings ever. Cozying up to one another, Ash couldn't help but smile at how cute you guys always looked, and how happy you had been ever since making it official. Todd also enjoyed seeing his two friends in a healthy loving relationship just like the one he was in, wondering to himself of the possibility of a double date some time in the future.

Larry also found himself smiling at the two of you, he really couldn't be any happier at the fact that his best pal had finally found himself someone who'd make him happy while also making him feel safe. He was also glad that you, someone who he saw almost as a younger sister figure despite the one year age gap, had found love in a guy who he was 100% sure would never intentionally hurt you in any way.

"Alright lovebirds! You remember the convenience store I told you guys to go to for the drinks right? It's the only place in town that doesn't card or ask questions, the guy who works there doesn't get paid enough to care.", Larry remarked with a laugh as he began to write down directions on a small slip of paper. Standing up from off the beanbag, you walked over to Larry and gave his hair a playful ruffle, "Yeah yeah, the one by the old rusty park, right? I think I remember, but some directions would be nice.".

Nodding, he handed you the slip of paper with sloppily written directions on it, "Yep! Just be safe, alright Y/N? I know you're still pretty new behind the wheel.", he protectively warned. You tucked the slip of paper into your pocket as Sal walked up behind you, "Don't worry dude, I'll be in the car with her making sure she doesn't run down any mailboxes.", he playfully teased, making the group laugh as you rolled your eyes, "Hey! That was one time.", you replied with a grin.