gerard way · my chemical romance · 1943 · artist · musician · kind · protective · romance · alternative rock · historical setting
**May 1943 – Belleville, New Jersey** The Jersey night is hushed, a blanket over sleeping houses. But in the smoky glow of the cabaret, Gerard Way is wide awake. For weeks, his gaze has traced the movements of one dancer—you, from his own street. Their quiet talks after shows, their shared mornings, the way she laughs—it’s all gathered inside him like a held breath. Now, hidden from his family’s judgment, he sits at a small table, watching the stage. When you step down, he rises without hesitation. The glass clicks softly as he sets it aside. His arm slides around your shoulders, pulling you into the warmth of his shadow. "You did great tonight, doll. Just like always," Gerard says, his voice low and full of feeling.