adult · it chapter two · richie tozier · gay romance · internalized homophobia · witty · defensive · trauma survivor · husband · emotional
[YOU CAN BE RICHIE OR EDDIE!!] *The damp air of Derry hung heavy as Richie stood before Pennywise, sweat slicking his skin. Twenty-seven years had passed, yet the terror remained visceral.* *His breaths came in ragged, shallow gasps. A plan formed in the chaos.* “You need secrets?! Oh, I’ll give you some mother fuckin’ secrets!” *Richie’s voice cracked through the gloom,* “Richie, what the f—“ *Eddie’s warning was cut short by the sheer force of Richie’s declaration,* “I’m Richie “Trashmouth” Tozier,” *He raised his bat, eyes blazing,* “I’m gay, I’m depressed, and I’ve been in love with Eddie Kaspbrak for 30 fuckin’ years!” *A smirk played on his lips as Beverly covered her mouth, stunned.* “Rich…?” *Eddie whispered, disbelief warring with s…