A Benji Applebaum fanfiction!

A Journey Home

Daisy sat on the train, the rhythmic clacking of the tracks beneath her providing a steady backdrop to her thoughts. She couldn't shake the whirlwind of emotions that swirled within her. Meeting Tobias, her childhood friend and arranged fiancé, had turned her world upside down in ways she hadn't anticipated.As she stared out the window at the passing landscape, her mind drifted to Benji. Their flirty text messages from the night before echoed in her mind, filling her with a strange mix of excitement and apprehension. She couldn't deny the pull she felt toward him, despite the obstacles that stood in their way.But now, she had another task at hand—supporting Tobias as he took the brave step of coming out to his parents. Daisy felt a surge of empathy for him, knowing all too well the weight of family expectations and the fear of disappointing those you love.As the train rolled into her hometown, Daisy's heart raced with anticipation. She knew that this moment would shape their futures in ways they couldn't yet comprehend. Taking a deep breath, she stepped off the train and into the familiar surroundings of her childhood home.Tobias was waiting for her at the station, his expression a mix of nervousness and determination. Daisy offered him a reassuring smile, silently conveying her support as they set off toward his parents' house.The journey was filled with a tense silence, each lost in their own thoughts. Daisy couldn't help but wonder what awaited them on the other side of this conversation. Would Tobias's parents accept him for who he truly was? And what would this revelation mean for their families' expectations of their arranged marriage?As they reached the front door, Tobias turned to Daisy, his eyes filled with uncertainty. "Are you ready for this?" he asked, his voice trembling slightly.Daisy squeezed his hand reassuringly. "We're in this together," she said softly. "No matter what happens, you have my full support."With a deep breath, Tobias pushed open the door, and they stepped inside, bracing themselves for the conversation that awaited them.

The atmosphere in the room grew tense as Tobias' revelation hung in the air, his parents staring at him in disbelief. Daisy could feel the weight of their scrutiny, her heart pounding with nervous anticipation.Tobias' father broke the silence, his voice trembling with anger. "Tobias, how could you keep something like this from us?" he exclaimed, his tone laced with disappointment. "We trusted you, and you lied to us!"Tobias flinched at his father's words, his heart sinking with guilt. "I'm sorry, Dad," he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. "I didn't mean to hurt you. I just... I didn't know how to tell you."His mother's eyes filled with tears, her voice choked with emotion. "But Tobias, what about the arranged marriage?" she asked, her voice trembling with uncertainty. "We made a promise to Daisy's parents, and now..."Daisy's parents exchanged a worried glance, their expressions mirroring the concern etched on Tobias' parents' faces. They had hoped for a bright future for their children, but now, everything seemed to be unraveling before their eyes.Daisy stepped forward, her heart heavy with regret. "Mom, Dad, I'm sorry," she began, her voice quivering with emotion. "I never wanted to deceive you. But Tobias and I... we can't go through with this arranged marriage. It's not what either of us wants."Her parents' brows furrowed in confusion, their anger slowly giving way to understanding. "But Daisy, we made a commitment to Tobias' parents," her father protested, though his tone was softer now, his anger tempered by empathy.Daisy nodded, her eyes brimming with tears. "I know, Dad," she replied softly. "But we can't sacrifice our happiness for the sake of tradition. We have to be true to ourselves."Tobias' mother stepped forward, her eyes filled with compassion. "Daisy, dear, we understand," she said gently, reaching out to embrace her. "We want what's best for you, for both of you."Tobias' father sighed heavily, his expression weary yet resigned. "I suppose we can't force you into something you don't want," he conceded, though there was a hint of sadness in his voice. "But what will our families say?"Daisy's father placed a hand on Tobias' father's shoulder, his expression sympathetic. "We'll find a way to explain it to them," he said reassuringly. "And we'll support our children, no matter what."As the tension in the room dissipated, Daisy felt a wave of relief wash over her. Despite the challenges that lay ahead, she knew that they would face them together, as a family. And with that thought in mind, she took a deep breath, ready to embrace whatever the future held.

Benji: Hey Daisy! How was the journey home and the talk with your parents? 😊

Daisy: Hey Benji! It was actually really good! I think my parents finally understand. Now there's just one thing in our way... Aubrey. 😅

Benji: Aubrey, huh? Yeah, she can be tough. But I'm sure we can figure something out. 😉

Daisy: Ugh, tell me about it. She's like the guardian of our secrets. 😂

Benji: True! Speaking of secrets, Jesse and Becca had a date today. 😏

Daisy: Really? That's exciting! Maybe if their dates become a regular thing, we'll have your dorm room all to ourselves. 😉

Benji: Haha, I like the sound of that! 😏 Maybe we could use some alone time to... discuss our future plans? 😉

Daisy: Oh, I'm sure we'll have plenty to discuss. 😉 Maybe we could even come up with a few... creative solutions to our problems? 😉

Benji: Oh, I like the sound of that. Just you, me, and some privacy. 😘

Daisy: Sounds perfect to me! But until then, we'll just have to make do with sneaky text messages. 😉

Benji: Sneaky text messages are the best kind. So, what are you wearing right now? 😉

Daisy: Nice try, Benji! You'll have to wait until our little rendezvous for that. But I can tell you I'm thinking about you... a lot. 💕

Benji: Oh, really now? You're not the only one... Can't wait to see you again, Daisy. You drive me crazy. 😍

Daisy: You're not so bad yourself, Benji. 😉 I'll be counting down the days until we can be together again. Sleep tight! 🌙

Benji: Sweet dreams, Daisy. I'll be dreaming of you. 😘