Following in Big Brother's Footsteps

Luca held his little brother's hand as they sat in the pediatric waiting room, waiting for Julien's name to be called. The young boy had only been out of France for a few short days, but Luca wanted to get his care started as quickly as possible.

"Julien Delorme?" called a nurse in doorway on the other side of the room.

"That's you, Pip," smiled Luca. "Come along now."

Julian clung to his brother's hand, he didn't want to be here.

"I'm right here, little brother. I know you don't like this place, neither do I," said Luca.

"No... Home... Please?" Julian asked his brother softly.

"I can't do that, Pip," said Luca.

Julian bit his lip and shook his head again.

"It'll be okay, I promise," said Luca gently. "I'm right here, don't be afraid."

Julian shook his head again, "Home..."

"Julien, petit frère, I can't do that," sighed Luca. "I promise, I will be right by your side."

Julian pouted, he didn't want to be there.

"Pip, please," said Luca. "Do this for me?"

Julian pouted more, but nodded for his brother.

A soft smile, and Luca led his brother in to the exam room.

Julian didn't like the room as he looked around it.

"This isn't going to be as horrible as you think," said Luca.

Julian looked up at his brother.

"Just relax, sit still, and do what the doctor asks, okay?" his older brother asked

Julian nodded with a sigh. "K-Kay..."

"You're going to be just fine, I'll be right here the whole time," Luca assured him.

Julian nodded, though he was still nervous.

Soon, a nurse entered the room, and waved at them. "Hi there, Julien. I'm Anna. I'm going to check your vitals, okay?"

Julian whimpered and hid behind his brother.

"Pip, it's alright, don't be afraid," said Luca gently.

Julian shook his head and stayed behind him.

"She's not going to hurt you, just take your temperature, and a few other things."