Chapter 1 - If Music be the Food of Love, Play On
A/N- This one is set in a time before cell phones or internet, there are a lot of things I want to say right now to explain the story but I will let it speak for itself, all I will say is it gives a perspective on why I relate to the KevEdd fandom, having been the dork when I was younger I relate to Edd a lot. Warnings: Language, Misogynistic Behavior, References to Drugs
It was a Saturday night in the sleepy little town of Peach creek, and as usual there was very little to do for your average fourteen year old boy. Already having defeated the latest video game that Nintendo had to offer, and the movie store had nothing to rent that they hadn't already seen a million times, and quite frankly if Edd had to watch another zombie movie again he would scream. "What gives Sockhead, your being such a sourpuss tonight?" Eddy said lying on the floor in front of the small TV playing the video game Double D had defeated days ago.
"I don't know, I just don't feel like watching i was a teenage zombie hooker again." Double D sighed as he lay on his bed looking at the ceiling, hearing the familiar sound of text going over the screen 'what a horrible night to have a curse' was being announced to Eddy and all the monster on the game become stronger. "There are only so many times you can laugh at that movie."
"You gotta be shitting me Double D." Eddy says pausing the game and then turning over to face him, Ed sitting beside him turns as well.
"The look on the man's face-"Ed starts.
"When she bites his dick off." Eddy finishes, and they both mimic the expression and scream. From downstairs in the kitchen right below Double D's room they could hear his mother calling up to keep the noise down. Turning back to the TV Eddy resumes the game and continues to kill the skeletons that pat back and forth on the screen. "So what would you suggest we do then genius?"
"I don't know but anything would be preferable to this." Edd said turning over and opening up the latest issue of his video game magazine, looking over the new RPG that was coming out for Christmas, making a note to drop some hints to the parents.
"I know where my dad's playboy's are, we could look at those. Shit." Eddy just died on the game.
"No Eddy, I don't want to look at dirty pictures with you." Double D continued to scroll through the article, more interested in its contents then the dirty magazines. Yes Edd is gay, he came to this realization a few years ago and has been hiding it ever since, to afraid what others would think about him or do to him not to mention the opinion his friends might have about it.
"Come on D, tit's are awesome." Eddy said feeling himself get excited at the prospect of looking at naked ladies in seductive positions.
"No." Edd simply replied.
"The creek," Ed perked up, "I got a joint we can smoke."
"Tempting, but no I know where that leads," He turns the page and continues reading, "It's October and it's too cold to go swimming."
Eddy was getting frustrated at his friend's lack of enthusiasm toward their suggestions, "Well D I don't hear you coming up with any bright ideas, why don't you help us out man." The three of them pondered on this for a little bit in silence, the games noise coming from the TV the only sound in the room. There were no movies playing at the theater any of them would be interested in, only romantic comedies and kids movies had been released at the moment. The teenage weekend ritual of cruising was out of the question, seeing how none of them had a license and Lee being the only person they knew who had one was out on the town with her friends already.
"I know, I know," Ed says bouncing up and down from where he sat cross legged on the floor. "May told me there's an all night skate tonight." Not seeing any enthusiasm from his friends Ed continues. "Come on guys it could be fun, there'll be girls Eddy."
Eddy cock's a brow at this statement and pauses the game again, the idea of girls locked in the same building as him all night had perked his interests. One of them had to be willing to get to know him better, maybe sneak off to a corner for a handy, the options were limitless. "Ed you're a genius," He sits up on his knees and shakes his friend by the shoulders, turning to Double D, "D see if your mother can give us a ride, there's some dames that need tamed."
"I don't know Eddy." Being the dork that most kids picked on Edd didn't fancy the idea of being locked in that building with people who might make it their mission to ensure his night was a miserable one. "Maybe we could just play some board games or something."
"I'm not playing D&D with you again, that shit was so boring." Eddy started saving his game and then turned the system off. "Come on D, you might finally get you some from Marie and lose that V card." The mere mention of that name sent a shiver down Double D's spine, sure he could tell that Marie was an attractive young lady but she was just missing certain anatomical parts that would pique his interest. The few times he has talked to her, and not been accosted by her, he could tell she was a very intelligent woman and they could be great friends if she could get over her obsession with him. While contemplating his situation with Marie both his friends were on their knees, hands clasped, shuffling toward him begging. "Come on D, do this for us," Eddy said and they both spoke in unison, "Please," giving their best puppy dog eyes to him.
Exasperated with his friends determination on this subject Double D gets off his bed and heads toward the door of his room throwing his hands up in the air in defeat, "Fine, but no trying to hook me up, are we clear." Both of his friends smiled and nodded their heads at him enthusiastically. They all quickly went to their houses to get the money for the skating rink from their parents, meeting back up at Double D's house they all load up into his mother's car and headed across town. Entering the building D's mother paid for his entry and asked the cashier a few questions about when they would be let out in the morning and safety issues. Saying goodbye to his mother, and going red in the cheeks from embarrassment when she kissed him on the cheek, Edd turns around and gets his pair of skates from the counter. Walking over to a bench he sits and takes off his shoes, silently praying that this establishment used plenty of antifungal on the insides of these skates, dreading the idea of catching something from wearing these rentals. After a few quick breathes and an internal talk to himself about how silly it was to be afraid to wear the skates, he puts them on his feet and stands, gliding over to the nearest locker he deposits his shoes inside dropping a quarter in and turning the key. Having a small argument with Eddy ,while he did this, about sharing the locker so Eddy could save some money, Double D didn't want his friends shoes in the same locker as his own, he loved Ed to death but honestly his hygiene was sorely lacking, but being tactful he only stated that he didn't want to have to track them down for the key if he needed into the locker.
Looking around to gage who was here and who to avoid, Edd was pleasantly surprised to see that none of his normal bullies where here tonight, he let out a small sigh of relief and rolled his way to the rink. Stepping onto the floor he pushed off and began to glide around the polished tile floor, the music was pretty good and he bobbed his head to the beat, a lot of eighty's and modern music that the three friends enjoyed. Total Eclipse of the Heart to Salt-N-Pepa's Push it were just some of the high lights of the songs played that night, Ed and May rolled around the rink hand in hand while Eddy tried to sweet talk some girls in the corner only receiving a slap to the face and a bruised ego. An hour into the evening the DJ called for everyone to line up in the center of the rink to do the Hokey Pokey, most of the kids started lining up as instructed a few left the rink to sit out the song Double D was one of those trying to avoid embarrassment as well. As Double D was trying to leave, Edd, Eddy and May all three drug him to the line as he protested, with Eddy on one side and Ed on the other side of him keeping him from escaping he was now stuck there to perform this little ritual. On the other side of the rink from him a familiar face rolls into position and stops skillfully taking his place in the line of teenagers and kids, looking to the right and left of him, Kevin made sure he was at a decent distance from the people next to him. Feeling eyes upon him he looks up and catches Edd's eyes, Edd quickly looks away hoping that Kevin wouldn't catch on to his reasons for staring.
Everyone in place the music starts up and they all started following the instructions of the silly song, though Edd was a decent skater he did have issues with certain things, like a sharp 180 degree turn. So when the song came to the part of you turn yourself around he was quickly on his ass in the middle of the rink, "Oww," was all that came out of his mouth as a mild sting shot up his spine to let his brain know you hit something. Slightly embarrassed and struggling to get back on his feet, his cheeks were flushed red as a hand was extended and a familiar voice was heard. "Need some help dork?"
Looking up Edd see Kevin standing above him, hand out offering assistance and a smirk on his face, like he was trying to contain his laughter from watching Edd struggle to get on his feet. Not wanting to be rude Edd takes Kevin's hand, "Thank you Kevin for the assistance, it is very much appreciated," and with Kevin's help makes it to his feet.
Helping Edd keep his balance by holding onto his arm Kevin starts to guide him off the floor, "Maybe you should sit this one out, we wouldn't want you to hurt yourself." Reaching the carpeted area of the building, Edd takes hold of the barrier and steps off the rink to sit down. Seeing Edd safely seated Kevin smirks yet again, "I'll catch ya later dork," winks and pushes off to return to the rest of the people in the middle of the rink.
After the song was over Edd watched as Kevin glided off the floor and to the food counter, he was brought back into reality by Eddy, "Nice landing Sockhead." Eddy, Ed and May were all leaning over the barrier that separated were he sat from the rink.
"I did try and tell you that I couldn't do that dance Eddy." Double D responded crossing his arms and leaning back on the bench.
"Don't worry about it Double D, it took me forever to be good at skating." May said as she leaned into Ed's arm, the big guy looked nervous but happy.
"I see shovelchin was quick to save ya, did prince charming take good care of our DD." Eddy teased his friend.
"How very mature Eddy." Double D admonished him, "I think I'm going to get something to drink, if you'll excuse me." He stands and rolls his way toward the food stand.
"Geez touchy." Eddy called after him as he left.
As he reached the food court Shout by Tears for Fears was playing over the speakers and Kevin was nowhere to be found, feeling stupid for actually chasing after someone who was probably not interested in him the same way he was attracted to them he wheels himself to the counter. Ordering a Dr. Pepper and nachos with extra cheese, he heads back to where his friends where, finding May and Ed lip locked on the bench. Not wanting to be a third wheel he heads off to find himself a place to eat that wouldn't disturb anyone who was playing the courting game, finding a table off in the corner he sits and begins to enjoy his snack. Watching the endless procession of kids skating in a circle on the floor hoping to spot a glimpse of the red head who had captured his interest that night with his kind act and none judgmental attitude toward the situation. Bizarre Love Triangle by New Order started to play, "Hey," Edd was startled and dropped some cheese on his shirt but didn't notice for he was looking up into green eyes. Pointing to the spot the cheese had landed, "You got some.." Edd looked down and for the third time that night he was embarrassed, making his cheeks flush red again. Quickly grabbing a napkin he wipes the cheese off his shirt hoping it wouldn't be to noticeable, "Do you mind if I join you?" Kevin says as he sits down on the chair across from him.
"S-sure," Edd said nervously, he quickly picks up his drink and takes a few sips of the liquid to calm his nerves, as the jock sat across from him his heart began to pound against his rib cage. Why would Kevin want to talk to him? The boy was certainly the most popular person here and could be talking to anyone he chose, but he was choosing to talk to Edd and it made his head light and spinning with the possibilities, being realistic about it Edd knew that it was more than likely just a friendly conversation and nothing more. But Edd being the only gay kid he knew about in their school, couldn't help but hope just a little that there was some meaning behind this kindness that Kevin has never shown him before. As the jock sat there across from him, looking into his eyes with those piercing greens of his, Edd could feel his palms sweating and with two words, "What's up," a conversation would start that would lead Edd to learn that you can't judge a book by its cover, and to one of his biggest heart breaks of his young life.
A/N- So yeah I was going to do this as a one shot but it just ran out of control on me, so a few chapters are going to be about this one night. So let me know what you think about this, and I hope you enjoy the story as it unfolds.