Jason smiled as the teacher told him that she would take a digital copy but wanted a physical one by Monday. His tire had been change, luckily he meet someone well out there and the other male helped him change the tire. The bell rang and Jason thanked his teacher once more before running off and getting to Math before the bell rang again. Relief came over the boy and he took his seat. Today he was wearing a normal t-shirt, black jeans, and sneakers. His jacket was back in his locker since it had been getting a bit heated in the school today.

"Alright everybody," another teacher said as she walked into the class "Today your normal teacher is out so I will be running the class, its a free period but you all must remain here or in the library. Talk among yourselves well I get the movie ready. If you go to the library come up, take a pass, and write your name down." she smiled. The teen was first to get up and take the chance to go to the library, didn't seem like anyone else would be going with him since a movie was going to be played.

Alex decided he needed to talk to Jason. He got up and followed him to the front, taking a pass, and writing his name down. He would even go to the library, rather than sneaking away, if that's what Jason wanted him to do. He'd be a good boy, just this once. He smiled at Jason as he did this, trying to let him know why he was choosing the library over a movie.

Jason looked over to Alex and was surprised. Smiling back the teen waited for Alex before heading off the the library, the halls completely empty "So,I'm guessing you wanted to talk about something?" Jason asked softly as stopped by his locker and got out his jacket. Slipping it on the teen looked up to Alex "Oh, and I can stay over. Hehe forgot to tell you this week." he said feeling a bit air headed about it.

Alex nodded. 'Yeah, there is.' He said. 'I know what Dan did. He was bragging to me earlier. But I want you to know I've put a stop to it. You shouldn't have any more trouble, and if you do, I'll see to it personally that you don't get any more. I like you, Jason, and I'm not going to let some stupid guys start pushing you around just because they can.'

Jason turned a bit red as Alex told him that he knew what had happened. Biting his lip the teen nod "...Okay.. thank you Alex ... I like you too," Jason smiled warmly. Now in front of the library the teen rubbed his arm "Well, if thats all you wanted to tell me, you can go back to the class room. I think they're playing a nature film or something."

Alex shook his head. 'I'd rather stay with you. That is, if you don't mind, of course. I can go back if you prefer.' He said, giving Jason the puppy-dog eyes look that could melt the hearts of even the coldest people.

Chuckling softly, the teen smirked "Alright, I don't mind. I thought you would just be bored here." he said as he opened up the doors for the both of them. Getting in he showed his pass before going to the corner table of the whole room "I was just going to read, but maybe we could take the time to help you with somethin?"

'It's up to you, I don't want to waste your time. There are computers in here, I could go and grab one, and you could grab a book, if you really wanted to.' Alex told him. 'But if you can't spend a second away from me, I'm sure we can work something out.' Alex said, winking, with a smile spread across his face.

Laughing the teen covered his mouth as he tried muttering his laugh. Looking up at Alex the teen grinned "I can handle a minute, I'll go get a book and meet you at the computers."

Alex nodded and headed over to the computers, logging on and then waiting for it to decide to start up. He looked around to see where Jason was, so he could figure out would would grab his attention quicker, him or the computer.

Jason grabbed a thick book and looked for Alex, seeing him he smiled walking over and pulled up a chair. Sitting down beside Alex, the teen looked down "So...um when I'm at your house, what rules should I know?"

Just as Jason arrived, the computer logged on. He decided he'd put Jason first. 'Trust me, there won't be any specific rules you have to follow. One, my parents are away on business, so we have the house to ourselves, and two, just use common sense. As long as you don't do something insane like use the kitchen sink as a toilet, we should be fine.' He laughed.

Jason nod "Got it." he smirked as he opened up the book to Greek lifestyle. Looking to the computer he smiled "Oh wow, I had the same computer back at my old school." Jason commented. Leaning back in his seat the teen looked over to Alex. "Alex, may I ask a question?" Jason asked as he kept his eyes on the man "Why have you been so nice? I mean I like and really am happy that you are nice to me... just ... you only meet me about four days ago is all."

Alex shrugged. 'To be truthful, I don't really know why I'm being so nice to you. I'm not entirely sure why, but I feel like I should. I can't really explain why I feel like I should protect you, or whatever.' He didn't know how to explain what he felt, but he couldn't be totally honest.

Jason's cheeks flushed a little and he looked down shyly "Y-you don't need to protect... um... so what are you looking up?"

Alex chuckled. He evidently didn't know much about the destructive nature of high school students. 'Just looking up whether Tim Burton's planning any new movies.' He answered.

Really? Well there haven't been any updates on the fan website and no news on his recent activity." Jason said thinking back to the recent articles he read. Shrugging his attention turned to the screen "Where do you look?"

'Anywhere and everywhere. His fan site, various movie sites, there are actually a few sites where movie plans can get leaked. Basically people who work in the movie business give anonymous tips on what movies are being planned.' He smiled.

"Wow." Jason smiled as he moved in a bit closer to Alex "Can you show me? I'd love to check it out!" he said with much excitement in his voice. This was a good way to win the boy's heart.

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Friday came and Jason had all his things ready to go back home. After school he texted Alex his address and said he couldn't wait to see him. Getting home early the teen changed out of his black slacks and button up shirt into some favor for ripped jeans and a t-shirt with the batman symbol on his chest. Now all he had to do was wait.

Alex had gotten home and showered and changed. He changed into a different t-shirt and jeans, rather than the jogging bottoms he had worn through the day. He did so due to playing sport and such. He walked down the stairs, drying his hair with a towel as he went. Once his hair was sufficiently dry, he put the towel inside the washing machine, and picked up his keys from the hanger by the door, going out and locking the door behind him. He climbed into his car and drove away. Jason's address wasn't too far from his, but he liked the idea of Jason being in his car.