Ben 10 Porn Story: Persevere Chapter 2

Love brought forth the fall of many great a nation yet remains in itself innocent- bengwen014

A/N: Revised the entire chapter to make it more authentic and add more depth to the atmosphere. Enjoy!

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Persevere Chapter 2: Commitment

Ben gulped as he sat face to face with his cousin. Who knew all the hours he spent rehearsing what to say, word for word, would fly off the window as soon as their eyes met? How does she manage to put such uneasiness within him every time she looks at him?

Well? Gwen finally asked worriedly when she noticed that Ben has been staring blankly at her for the past ten minutes now. What was so urgent that you wanted me to come right away?

Ben shifted his gaze to the floor, a blush creeping on his cheeks but Gwen failed to notice it. I, uh he stammered, twiddling the forefinger of his hands.

***

Hey a male voice at one end of the receiver greeted warmly.

Hey to you, too. replied a female voice from the other end. Calling in the middle of the night? Something wrong? she asked with concern.

Nothing he muttered.

If theres nothing wrong then whats up? Do you need help with your homework again? she said with a slight chuckle. He was sure she was smirking on the other line.

No. he answered briefly.

Then why would youOh, God- were you and Kevin busted for sneaking into a M-rated movie again? Ben, I swear all you guys ever think about are-

Its not that! He protested, almost screaming at the phone in embarrassment before calming down. Listen- could you possibly swing over to my place tonight? I really have to tell you something.

Sure but

***

Ben? Gwen called out to him, waving a hand in front of his face after noticing him deep in thought.

Huh? What? Ben blinked in surprise.

Did you- did you just drift off? Were you even paying attention? Gwen asked in annoyance, crossing her arms.

Sorry. He uttered softly.

Ben, theres something wrong, isnt there? You know you can trust me, right? she said, placing a comforting hand on Bens knee. And you know you can tell me anything.

I guess he replied, his voice barely audible.

Its not like you were gonna confess or anything that youre so afraid to tell me. Gwen joked, pretending to be shocked as if a situation like that were occurring right now before finally bursting into laughter.

Ben joined in, too- faking laughter not only to relieve his tension but to throw off Gwen, too. Even when she meant it as a joke she still manages to hit a bulls-eye

Shit.

***

Cant you just tell me directly on the phone?

Not really. No.

Dont want your parents to eavesdrop, eh?

Its not that. I just feel like itll be easier to talk to you about itface to face.

***

But it isnt

So what could possibly be bothering the great Benjamin Tennyson, hero of heroes? Gwen inquired, playfully proclaiming Bens name aloud and elbowing his arm.

You know how you said we shouldnt keep secrets from each other?

Yeah? So?

And that we should always be completely honest about our feelings? Ben could see that from the looks of his cousin she didnt like where this was heading.

Okay. I remember. So-

Well, the thing is- he pauses for a moment, drawing a long breath I, uh he stuttered, juggling hand gestures about. I sortaI mean I kindain the sense of the wordI sorta kinda love you There. I said it. I finally had the courage to say it in front of her face. I just hope

Gwen simply stared blankly at him before Oh, I get it! You mean you love me as family! I think we already established that when we stopped quarreling. I was worried it was something-

No. You dont get it. I dont love you like that. I really do love you, Gwen Tennyson. Not as family. Not as cousins but real love. Real boy falls for girl love.

***

Okay, But cant it wait? Ill come over as soon as-

No, it cant. Please, Gwen. Itll take no more than 10 minutes. I promise.

Gwen sighed in defeat. Fine. Ill be right over.

Thanks. He said warmly before putting down the receiver.

***

BenI dontunderstand. Gwen stumbled on her words, trying to shake off the initial shock of a surprising revelation.

Gwen? Ben said, looking disheartened after seeing her expression. Dont you- dont you feel the same way about me, too?

Gwen tore her gaze away from Ben. She wanted to run away; to not dare face him in such an awkward situation. But the way his eyes fixated upon her prevented her from moving. She could only so much as place her hands over her mouth to prevent a squeal from escaping.

They sat on Ben’s bed in complete silence. He wanted to apologize. He wanted to tell her he was sorry for bringing this up but he could never find the right words to say- so he said nothing. But she couldn’t hold it in any longer. It was too much too handle.

She started crying. It was then and there that Ben expected the worse to come. He wanted to hold and comfort her but she shook him off. He could see every emotion written on her face- regret, confusion, fear, shockguilt.

This was it. Everything he dreaded would happen.

She swallowed hard the lump in her throat. The crying has ceased. She finally mustered enough to utter a sentence. Ben looked on impatiently and at the same time regrettably- hoping she was or was not going to speak.

I- Im sorry, Ben. the words felt like a bullet to his heart. I- I dont have the same feelings for you. Bens whole world has just completely shattered. I I love Kevin and even if we wereno, thats not possible. I-I just cant be with you.

Tell me why not! Is it the way I act?! Is it because Im irresponsible?! I can change, Gwen! Please, just give me a chance! I can change for you! Ben cried out, tears streaming from his eyes. Tell me what Kevins got that I-!

Please, Ben! Dont make this any harder. We just cant be together. Its impossible. For you or for me. They wont let us. They wont ever. Im sorry, Ben. I really am. she said, trying to sound as sincere as possible without letting Ben see the pain looming inside of her. He couldn’t handle it. Rejected by his only true object of affection. Losing out to a punk- a ruffian like Kevin? Choosing Kevin over him?

“Kevin.” he muttered, seething with anger, low enough for Gwen not to hear. He took away everything from him. His childhood. His summer. And now Gwen? The man completely ruined his life. And now…it’s payback.

Im sorry, too. Ben muttered, standing up. For everything Im about to do.

Ben?” Gwen said, wary of Ben’s words. “Whatre you?

But before Gwen could aske him, Ben opened his bedroom window and, transforming into Jetray, zoomed off into the night sky.

Ben! Gwen cried, looking out the window after him.

She looked on until he completely vanished from sight.

Ben

She turned around and noticed a picture of both of them on top of Bens bedside drawer; a picture of both of them when they were ten- fooling around without a care in the world. So carefree. So innocent. So them. As she held the picture in her hands, small drops of tears fell unto the glass frame.

Jetray zipped through the night sky at full speed- his face littered with scorn

Kevin

He thought grudgingly.

A/N: Still have a lot of grounds to cover. 4 current fics, 2 sequels and new fic need to be done. This is truly a race against time…