Chapter 18: Unthinkable

Algier and Kathy are driving up the alle leading to Gardenia Alle. Kathy is speechless and in awe. When they pull in front of the mansion the chauffeur goes and opens the door for them. Algier gets out and extends his hand for Kathy. After getting out they walk onto the porch where Algier looks at Kathy smiling.

 "What if they don't like me." Kathy says nervously and Algier squeezes her hand reassuringly.

 "They will, trust me." Algier says reassuringly before unlocking the door and letting Kathy walk in.

 Once inside they go to the center of the foyer.

 "Mother, Father there's someone I want you to meet." Algier says excited and moments later Gardenia comes downstairs.

 She is wearing a mid-sleeve copper wrap dress with gold pointed toe stilettos. Her hair is styled in a bouffant. In her ears are gold drop style earrings. Her face is made up with soft powder, brown eyeshadow, brown eyeliner and burgundy lipstick. Around her neck is a gold alligator necklace. When she sees Kathy she smiles warmly.

 "Good evening and welcome to Gardenia Alle. I'm Algier's mother Mrs. Gentry." Gardenia says sweetly extending her right-hand which Kathy shakes starstruck.

 "I'm Kathy St. James. It's an honor to finally meet you. I have all of your books. You brought me out of some my dark moments." Kathy says somberly.

 "I'm so glad to know my works are touching people even if it's only one." Gardenia says before their hands separate.

 "So how long have you been courting my Algier?" Gardenia asks curiously.

 "For the last two years." Kathy reveals shocking Gardenia.

 "Two years and I'm just now meeting you. Shame on you Algier." Gardenia says hurt glancing over at her son.

 "I'm so sorry Mother. I didn't keep her from you out of spite. It was-" Algier says as Broderick comes downstairs.

 "It was because of Father." Algier says looking at Broderick.

 Broderick is wearing a black polo shirt, white slacks and black dress shoes. On his left wrist is a diamond watch.

 "Who is this?" Broderick asks curiously looking Kathy over curiously with his hands in his pockets.

 "This is my lady love." Algier says proudly looking over at Kathy.

 "I'm Kathy St. James. It's a pleasure to meet you Mr. Gentry." Kathy says sweetly extending her right hand which Broderick shakes firmly.

 When their hands detach Broderick places his hands at his sides.

 "St. James, that sounds very prestigious." Broderick comments and Gardenia looks at him sharply.

 "Broderick don't." Gardenia warns.

 "So with a surname like St. James I'm sure your parents are well respected and highly powered." Broderick assumes with happiness.

 "My mother is an executive at a record label and her husband is a prosecutor." Kathy explains and Broderick's face scrunches up.

 "Those occupations don't sound generational. They sound more like nouveau riche." Broderick says harshly.

 Kathy looks Broderick coolly with her smile still intact.

 "Kathy would you mind waiting in the living room?" Algier asks and Kathy looks at him.

 "Certainly." Kathy says before looking between his parents.

 "Before you go answer this one last question." Broderick says sternly.

 "Yes sir." Kathy says respectfully.

 "Where did you get that mink stole?" Broderick asks curiously.

 "Algier bought it for me. He gave it to me before we got into his car. It was a pleasure meeting you both. I hope you enjoy your evening." Kathy says warmly before walking away.

 Once she's out of view and earshot Broderick glares at Algier.

 "What the hell is your problem?!" Broderick asks angrily.

 "Sir?" Algier asks confused.

 "Bringing that low class trash into my home. Neither of her parents have no pedigree. I will not allow you to dilute my bloodline with a dirty outsider." Broderick snaps.

 "Algier baby you and Kathy go on and have a good time. Don't forget to take some pictures. You both look beautiful." Gardenia says kindly and Algier looks at her smiling.

 "Thank you, Mother, and so do you." Algier says returning the compliment.

 "Thank you darling." Gardenia says and Algier gives his attention back to his father.

 "I love her and if the opportunity arises for us to get married when we're adults we will. I'll be damned if I let you get in the way of my happiness." Algier says boldly.

 Broderick lifts him up and slams him against the wall. Instantly Gardenia rushes over and grabs Broderick's left arm.

 "Broderick let him go!" Gardenia yells and Kathy rushes into the foyer.

 Broderick glances over at Kathy in disgust before looking back at Algier.

 "You will never marry her." Broderick hisses icily before releasing him. 

 Algier readjusts his suit before going to join Kathy. Once they're gone Gardenia looks at Broderick sharply.

 "You were completely out of line. Whoever Algier decides to spend his life with is his choice. It's our job as his parents to support him. You aren't doing anything but distancing Algier from you." Gardenia scolds with her hands on her hips.

 "Whose side are you on here?!" Broderick asks offended looking at her.

 "My son." Gardenia says fiercely.

 "Have you forgotten that we hail from two of the two most prominent families in the south. Because of our union we're highly revered and respected. If Algier dilutes our blood it will be your fault." Broderick says seriously.

 "Fault won't be anywhere in the equation. He'll continue our bloodline while adding more diversity to it." Gardenia says happily.

 "Well, you know where you can sleep tonight." Broderick says before walking off while Gardenia laughs.

 "Don't forget that before I'm a Gentry I'm a Hillgrove." Gardenia says fiercely before going upstairs.

 The car ride to Belle Colonnade Mansion is riddled in uncomfortable silence.

 "I'm sorry about my father. He's elitist." Algier says shamefully looking over at Kathy.

 "I guess I'll never be good enough for anyone. My mother makes me feel that way everyday." Kathy says dejectedly on the verge of tears when Algier takes hold of her right hand.

 "Look at me Sunflower." Algier whispers and Kathy looks in his direction.

 "I see you clearly and everything you desire and aspire for you deserve." Algier says seriously pressing his forehead against hers.

 "Thank you Algier for seeing what I fail to." Kathy says appreciatively before pecking him on his lips.

 Bossier is sitting on the living room couch looking at television when the doorbell rings. Bossier gets up and goes to the front door.

 "Who is it?" Bossier asks curiously.

 "Tron." Tron says and Bossier unlocks and opens the door.

 Tron is wearing a white long sleeve thermal, a blue jean jacket, blue jeans and white tennis shoes. In his right hand is a picnic basket.

 "Hey Tron, how are you?" Bossier asks relieved.

 "I'm groovy thanks, are you ready to go?" Tron asks excitedly.

 "Yes I am." Bossier says elated stepping onto the porch and grabbing the key from under the mat.

 After locking the door Bossier puts the key back under the mat. The two teens then head down the pathway to the sidewalk and head west.

 Salvatore and Grace are in the living room looking at a soap opera when Dante enters the room. He is wearing a black tuxedo with a black bow tie, a white suit shirt and black dress shoes. His face is void of makeup. 

 "Mother, Daddy I'm leaving." Dante says getting their attention.

 "You really cleaned up for tonight's festivities. You look handsome Princess." Dante says making Dante smile.

 "Thanks Daddy. I wanted to do something different." Dante explains and Salvatore nods his head.

 "You look debonair sweetheart." Grace says getting Dante's attention.

 "Thank you, well I'm off. You two have a good night." Dante says affectionately waving while walking off.

 "You too!" Salvatore says as Grace snuggles into him.

 "I hope Dante allows himself to have fun after all that's happened this week." Grace says worriedly.

 "Don't worry baby Dante is a fighter. He'll make the best of tonight." Salvatore says confidently before kissing her left temple.

 Galleria and Yorkshire arrive at Wolf Colony High School and go to the gymnasium. Upon their arrival they see it has been dimly lit with flowers lining the walls. Up against the walls are tables covered in blue tablecloths. On them are punch bowls, clear plastic cups and food.

 On the opposite side is a photography area set up. Galleria scans the gymnasium for Linda while Yorkshire goes and stands against the wall waiting for Delorian.

 Delorian and Tiffany arrive and head inside to the gymnasium.

 "Wow Wolf Colony High took the time to fix it up huh? I guess they're not cheapskates after all." Tiffany says surprised looking around.

 "It just goes to show you how much Principal Sumpter cares about his students. This has been the homecoming venture since the schools opening." Delorian says before he spots Yorkshire.

 "Would you like anything to drink?" Delorian asks looking over at Tiffany.

 "A glass of punch will do." Tiffany says and Delorian nods his head when Galleria approaches them.

 "So you decided to ask this dyke out to homecoming instead of me? It really shows your taste has certainly soured." Galleria says angrily crossing her arms.

 "Just because I'm in a dress don't think you won't get decked to the floor." Tiffany retorts getting Galleria's attention.

 "I wasn't speaking to you DuPont." Galleria responds rudely looking over at the sophomore.

 "Well, you're talking about me so I'm going to speak to you!" Tiffany says becoming irritated clenching her fists.

 "Hey Tiffany it's okay. I'm going to get you that cup of punch." Delorian says before walking off.

 "What are you even doing here? Homecoming are for popular kids." Galleria taunts looking Tiffany over jealously.

 "Homecoming is a school wide social event for all students. You upperclassmen really are egotistical and it's absolutely disgusting. You need to leave and crawl back into your mother's pussy." Galleria snaps before spitting in Tiffany's face.

 Instantly Tiffany punches Galleria to the floor. She then stands over her and grabs her by her dress and resumes punching her. Delorian hears yelling and looks over and sees Tiffany and Galleria. He sets the cup down and rushes over to them. Before he gets there a teacher pulls Tiffany off from Galleria.

 "What the hell is going on here?" Delorian asks confused helping Galleria to her feet.

 "This bitch spit in my face!" Tiffany says outraged wiping the bodily fluid off her face.

 "Galleria what the hell is your problem?! You don't spit on anyone. You are absolutely disgusting and you deserved every lick that she gave you." Delorian says before taking Tiffany and walking out into the hallway.

 Galleria is left in embarrassment, disbelief and tears.

 Dante arrives and heads inside. During his walk he sees Delorian who momentarily locks eyes with him. Dante heads to the gymnasium. He scours for Declan but to no avail. He then goes to the refreshment table and pours a glass of punch. After drinking the red liquid he throws his cup away. He then sees Declan enter the gymnasium. He is wearing a beige suit with black lapels, a black tie, a white button shirt and black dress shoes. His hair was styled in a gelled parted comb over.

 Dante walks over smiling and waving.

 "Hey Declan. I'm so glad you decided to come. Would you like anything to drink or dance?" Dante asks surprising Declan.

 "Did you just ask me to dance?" Declan asks wanting clarification.

"Yes I did." Dante says smoothly and Declan lets Dante take him by his right hand and onto the dancefloor.

 Yorkshire meanwhile is watching Dante from his vantage point. His hands are resting in his pockets.

 "Faggot." Yorkshire mumbles before going over to the refreshment table.

 Kathy and Algier arrive and his chauffeur opens the door. Algier exits first and extends his right hand. After Kathy accepts it the chauffeur closes the door.

 "The dance will conclude at ten o'clock so you can come then." Algier says kindly.

 "I'll be here at fifteen minutes before conclusion." the chauffeur says formally.

 "Alright, I'll see you then." Algier says before linking his arm with Kathy's.

 As they come down the hallway they see Delorian and Tiffany.

 "Hey Tiff is everything okay?" Kathy asks concerned.

 "Hell no. That bitch Galleria spit in my face, but don't worry I handled it." Tiffany says coolly as Delorian places his hands on her shoulders.

 "That's despicable! Hopefully after this you'll be able to enjoy yourself." Kathy says shamefully.

 "I will. Come on Delorian." Tiffany says as they all head into the gymnasium.

 Upon their arrival a soul song comes on and all the couples start slow dancing. All of the students except for Kathy, Tiffany and Algier look on in disgust.

 "All eyes are on us. Are you sure we're doing the right thing?" Declan asks nervously looking around.

 "To hell with them. We're here and deservingly so. So let's enjoy ourselves and this intimate moment." Dante says before placing his chin on Declan's right shoulder.

 Yorkshire goes over to the refreshment table. Delorian glances over at the table.

 "Oh yeah I need to go and get you your punch. I was pouring you one while you and Galleria were fighting. I'll be right back." Delorian says before walking off.

 As Yorkshire places some finger sandwiches on a small foam plate Delorian appears beside him.

 "How are you?" Delorian asks grabbing another plastic cup and a metal ladle.

 "Pissed off. My mother said that Galleria was her star child. I make good grades and I stay out of trouble. I guess that's not enough for her." Yorkshire says bitterly.

 "Wow man that's really heavy. I hope things get better for you. So did you see those two fairies dancing?" Delorian asks changing the subject.

 "Yes I did and it's absolutely atrocious. He's going to pay dearly for two things." Yorkshire says harshly before placing his sandwich in his mouth.

 When he finishes, he looks out onto the dancefloor and sees Dante and Declan. He sees them smiling at each other. This angers Yorkshire even further before sipping his punch.

 Tron and Bossier are walking in the woods. Moments later they come to a clearing. In the middle is a large lake. They walk over to the lake's edge and sits down.

 "It's always so peaceful here." Bossier says relaxed looking up at the starlit sky.

 "It most certainly is. I also asked you here so we could talk." Tron says gazing up at the sky.

 "What did you want to talk about?" Bossier asks curiously looking over at him.

"About the school play. Valley didn't deserve it and I can't believe Mr. Remington cast her." Tron says in disbelief.

 "As heartbreaking and confusing as that was I know why you brought me out here." Bossier says seriously and Tron's face morphs into nervousness.

 Before Tron can respond breaking sticks are heard. Tron and Bossier quickly stand up. Moments later a group of three Caucasian teens come into view. The first boy is wearing a white t-shirt, blue jean overalls and a pair of white tennis shoes. His blue eyes are filled with excitement and disgust. On his head is a dark gray cap that's turned backwards.

 The second boy is wearing a black t-shirt, blue jean shorts and a pair of black tennis shoes. He has brown eyes and short brown hair. The last boy is robust with short blonde hair and blue eyes. He is wearing a white muscle shirt, blue jeans and stained white tennis shoes. Sitting in his mouth is a toothpick. His hands are resting in his pockets.

 "What do we have here?" the first boy asks getting Tron and Bossier's attention.

 "An abomination." the third boy says and the first boy glances over at him.

 "That's exactly what this is. We're here to correct your sin and get you right with our precious Lord. Let's get em' boys!" the first boy says cracking his knuckles.

 The three boys charge towards them. Bossier puts up her dukes and swings at the first boy and connects to his left cheek making him stumble.

 "You ungrateful little swamp drinker, you're going to pay for that insurrection!" the first boy says enraged looking Bossier in her eyes.

 Tron meanwhile is being held in place by the third boy. Meanwhile the second boy is punching him in his stomach.

 "Leave him alone!" Bossier yells running over and grabbing the second boy and turning him around.

 She punches him twice in his face. In return Bossier receives a backhand to the ground. The first boy then grabs her and attempts to drag her off. However Bossier lifts her right leg and kicks him in his stomach. She then gets to her feet checking her mouth for blood. Feeling some trickle down her mouth Bossier attempts to run over to Tron but is tackled by the first boy. He then roughly flips her onto her back. He then pins her hands above her head grinning.

 "You're a feisty nigger. I guess I'm going to have to reiterate who's the dominant race here in our God blessed country." the first boy hisses a few inches away from her face.

 He then begins punching her in her face. After a few strikes Bossier is dazed. He then fondles her genitalia before getting off of her. He then starts kicking her in her stomach. Tron head buts the third boy in his face causing him to be released. Tron then spears the second boy to the ground and start pummeling his face. Satisfied with work Tron gets to his feet and rushes over to the first boy and punches him causing him to stumble. Tron then pulls out a black pistol from the back of his pants and points it at the boy.

 "Take your flunkies and get!" Tron says before firing a warning shot near his feet.

 Soon the three boys run away. Tron rushes to Bossier's side and cradles her head in his lap. He wipes the blood from her mouth.

 "I'm going to get you home now." Tron says angrily with determination before putting Bossier on his back and leaving.

 Dante and Declan are sitting on the glossily finished bleachers.

 "That dance was really nice and comforting. It reminded me that there are still some kind people in this tarnished world we live in." Declan says getting Dante's attention.

 "Yeah it really is difficult being a homosexual especially here in North Carolina. But even so I refuse to conform or tone down my personality. This is who I and I'm dying this way, fierce and fabulous." Dante says unapologetically crossing his legs.

 "I can't help but admire that. Where I'm from you'd have your rectum bleached from the inside out and then they'd lynch you and celebrate. Alabama is not a place I want to go back to. The people are awful and unforgiving. Be glad that you don't have to keep your head down." Declan says seriously.

 "Don't think just because I hail from a southern aristocratic family that I don't know about hardship and oppression. You have no idea what I endured in order for me to be the person I am. I'll be back right. I'm going to go to the restroom." Dante says standing up.

 "Okay." Declan says and Dante smiles heading down the bleachers.

 When he gets to the restroom he goes to the last stall. After finishing he goes and washes his hands. As he finishes Delorian and Yorkshire enter the restroom. They go and stand behind him. Dante looks into the mirror smirking.

 "So we've downsized? Did you figure if there were less of you it would be easier to attack me? That's absolutely brilliant." Dante says coolly.

 Dante makes eye contact with Yorkshire's face and sees the anger in them. He turns around and he looks between them.

 "I have a friend to get back, excuse me." Dante says smoothly attempting to leave when Delorian blocks his path.

Yorkshire punches Dante to the ground. He then grabs his lapels and slams the right side of Dante's face into the wall. Dante tries to break free but Yorkshire pins Dante's hands above his head. Delorian then unbuckles Dante's belt and unzips his pants.

 "Stop it! This is not funny!" Dante screams looking back at Yorkshire.

 Yorkshire unbuckles his belt and unzips his pants. He pulls out his member and inserts himself inside Dante. Delorian looks on in horror. Dante screams and Delorian covers his mouth. Dante in turn bites his left hand.

 "Is this what you want you fucking fudge packer?! A dick destroying your little pink pucker. Yeah that's what you want. Well I'm giving it to you." Yorkshire says angrily as he thrusts in and out of Dante.

 Dante holds back his tears. After Yorkshire ejaculates inside of him he removes himself. Dante tries to punch Yorkshire who is protected by Delorian. Delorian grabs his arm and twists it and forces him back against the wall. Delorian then undoes his belt and pants.

 "This is all you faggots are good for. Before God damns you to Hell I thought why not give you a parting gift. You deserve the worst death possible. Take meaty cock you pasty fairy!" Delorian grunts as he continues thrusting.

 Moments later Delorian ejaculates inside of Dante and removes himself. Dante keeps himself pressed against the wall. Delorian and Yorkshire laugh at him before leaving the restroom.

 Dante slides down the wall and enters the fetal position. He then allows his tears to escape. He soon screams. Declan now worried goes to the restroom. He then finds Dante on the floor trembling.