Behind Steven Hyde's Blue Eyes

By: Tokoyami

Author's Note: Hello everyone, this is my first fanfiction. I truly love That '70's Show, but sadly I do not own the show or any of its characters. The title is based off a song by a band called The Who. The song is called 'Behind Blue Eyes'. I do not own it. Also the chapter title is a song by The Rolling Stones. I do not own that either.

Hyde: Will you shut up and start the story now?

Tokoyami: Okay fine…meanie

Chapter One

Start Me Up

Click. I raise the newly opened can to my lips to quench my thirsty and dry mouth with the most filling liquid…beer. I gratefully drink half the can in one gulp.

"Ahh…nothing like a good beer to start me up in the morning," I said to myself before I took another swig of beer.

I continued to watch yet another government endorsed commercial to try to convince its watchers to buy a "high-tech" grill before the Fourth of July. I rolled my eyes. I mean, come on, the government manipulates our nation's day of independence by making us think that we have to buy grills, watermelon, and fireworks to make us appreciate our Founding Fathers. Not that the fireworks are a bad idea, I could use some of those when I get really bored, maybe I could shoot a couple at Fez. heh… heh

There I was planning a fun afternoon for myself when the least person I wanted to see at the moment came waltzing into the basement. The familiar smell of vanilla and flowers came to my nostrils. It was her.

"Steven, have you seen Michael anywhere?" Jackie Burkhart asked while putting a hand on her hip. I noticed she was wearing one of those designer shirts (brown) with a pair of acid green bellbottoms that showed off her figure. I also noticed how the shirt was a little snug around her breasts.

"Steven, hello I am talking to you," Jackie said irritated. She was now right in front of me. Ahh could she never shut up.

"Oh yeah I think I did, he said he was going to The Hub," I quickly replied a little too nicely. She squinted suspiciously at me, but decided to believe me.

"Thanks." She quickly turned and headed for the door. I watched her backside leave; hey it was more interesting than the T.V.

Jackie and Kelso…what a joke. They were always on and off…like a never-ending soap opera. I had purposely told Jackie the wrong way because I actually knew that Kelso had been at a party the night before and was probably passed out on the floor with a girl on him. I did not want Jackie to see that. I really don't care what she sees; I just don't want her coming running to me and crying on my shoulder, forcing me to comfort. I am pretty Zen, but I hate women's tears, even if they are Jackie's.

I, Steven Hyde, am not one to be weak. I do not trust anyone, so that is why I don't get attached to anyone. They will make me weak and vulnerable and I will just be left again…just like my "parents." The longest relationship I was in was…a week. That is pretty good for my standards.

I sighed, thinking about summer. School had just let out three days ago, and I was already bored. I hate school, but there is just never anything really fun to do around Point Place…unless it was illegal. This will be my last year of high school, and then I can get out of this boring hellhole and explore the world. Don't get me wrong; I am very grateful the Forman's took me in. I have just had to many bad memories here. I have to leave and make a new life.

I got up and shut off the damn television because that stupid grill commercial came on for the fifth time; it was beginning to annoy the hell out of me. Oh well I guess I should get up and actually start my day.

Author's Note: I know the first chapter was short and a little boring, but it will get much more interesting. I have many ideas for this story. Please review comments and critism is always welcome.