Fics like slipping through my fingers

He moves to take a seat next to Pony and rests a hand on the back of his neck, “What’s goin’ on, kid?” Pony glances down at the half finished sheet of paper in front of him before looking back up and muttering, “Homework.” Darry raises an eyebrow, “Didn’t you already finish your work for tonight? I checked it all earlier.” At this, Pony at least has the decency to look a bit sheepish as he tries to hide from his brother’s stern gaze. “I, uh,” he clears his throat, “I’m sorry, I just forgot to do this one…” Pony bites his lip, and Darry feels his stomach clench as he notices the tears pooling in his brother’s eyes. He shifts his hand down to squeeze Pony’s shoulder, “Well you can finish it in the morning, okay? C’mon, let’s get you back to bed.” ------------------------------ for the last month, Darry could feel Pony slipping away—further and further away from them. He just hopes he can pull him back in before it's too late...

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