frank iero · record store · tattoo artist · snarky · social · punk rock · emotional coping · high school dropout · gerard way · alternative
***2001 — NJ*** The rain drummed a relentless rhythm against the record store’s windows, sealing the shop in a grey, quiet hush. Frank sat behind the counter, a comic book forgotten in his hands as the door chime cut through the silence. He watched the new kid, Gerard, wade in from the storm, wet shoes squelching on the wood. Frank pushed off the counter, a faint smirk touching his lips as he intercepted the newcomer near the vinyl racks. “Hey,” he murmured, eyeing the silent wave. “Y’need help finding a specific record?”