How Over The Stars Came To Be
The Start and Edgar
Disclaimer:JTHM,Invader ZIM and Lenore all belong to Jhonen Vasquez,Viacom and Roman Dirge respectively.I'd also like to add both Jhonen and Roman are property of Slave Labor Graphics.
Johnny was never the one to be interested in any modern music. For the thin navy haired Mexican it was classical music that he always listened to. However, one night he came to visit his friend Squee(who after 3 years stopped fearing him), and he was listening to some music.
Todd Castil changed a fair bit over the years. He grew taller and lankier, his eyes still were big and amber brown. Though less so then when he was 9, the 13 year old was mostly seen wearing a yellow shirt with 'Squeaky' written on it in orange letters. Though on occasion he wore a black shirt with Johnny's 'Z?' symbol on it. When he turned 13 Johnny wanted to give it to him as a present but couldn't get anything like it. So in honor of Johnny's thoughtfulness Squee got the shirt made.
On that night he'd been relaxing while listening to 'Pet' by A Perfect Circle. Johnny had come in to say 'hi' as usually, but upon hearing the music he remained silent. Squee had no idea if that was a bad sign or not so he decided not to speak.
Johnny had no idea what band it was, but the song felt so...right. He felt like it was perfect for the relationship between him and Squee. Though he'd never keep Squee in ignorance.
Johnny began to listen to more and more music, then one day, in a particularly creative mood, he scribbled some lyrics in his Die-ary. Squee liked them a lot when it was showed to him, so, Johnny being Johnny he decided to create his own band.
Squee was reluctant to join, as well as Shmee who never wanted anything to do with Johnny in the first place. However, Johnny managed to convince him it was okay because his parents said so.
Squee was to stay at Johnny's house while things got together. He was scared by the idea of actually going into his neighbors home, let alone to stay there. But a very happy Johnny simply dragged the smaller to his home.
They were faced with a huge problem, how were they to assemble a complete band? Squee suggested that they talk to two of his internet friends, Dib and Lenore(though she seemed a bit off and young). For once Johnny and Shmee agreed on something, they didn't want to associate with possible predators.
However, Squee put up a good argument. Stating that Johnny could easily protect him from any danger. Finally, the elder agreed, they were off to the suburbs on the other side of the city.
Along the way, however, was a very unexpected surprise for Johnny. He was getting a brainfreezy for him and Squee when he bumped into someone a little too familiar.
"I'm sorry" said the other, bending down and picking up his doughnuts "I didn't see you". The man had on a striped tee-shirt with fairly dressy pants. His hair was cut short and the top part had small pieces hanging. When he looked up Johnny noticed he had glasses and a goatee.
While the other looked amazed at the sight of him Johnny was merrily curious. The man looked very familiar, he raised his eyebrow at his expression, the man took a breath and took on a calmer front. "Do you remember me?"
The question surprised Johnny "Um...I have a feeling I met you" he said, shifting to the side to get a better view at the person. "I'm Edgar Vargas...you uh..killed me" said Edgar, he had a half smile on his face, confusing Johnny even more.
"Why are you smiling?" he asked, narrowing his eyes. Edgar frowned slightly but regained the expression. "You seemed...interesting despite the fact you wanted to kill me. Besides, I don't hold grudges" he said. "Why are you here?" plowed Johnny "Senor Diablo visited god. He wanted to see me for some reason. He explained that I was being put back on earth because I was the only good victim of his waste-lock and I deserve to be alive."
Johnny blinked, soaking up the information. "Huh...I guess that whole thing did happen" he muttered. He looked at Edgar "Well it is nice seeing you again" he said. "Um...I have a question if you don't mind" he said, assuming the same shy position he did on that fateful night. "Ask away" insisted Edgar, smiling for good now. "Um...I'm forming a band of sorts and I was wondering...do you wanna join?" Johnny looked up at Edgar, hope in his dark brown eyes.
Edgar hesitated slightly "Uh well...I guess I don't have much to loose" he stated. 'Just my job and home' he added silently "Who else is going to be in this band?" he asked.
"Me and Squeegee and a few of his friends" Johnny replied cheerfully. "Squeegee?" questioned the other "yeah, he's my little buddy". Edgar blinked in surprise, despite the fact Johnny killed him Edgar couldn't help but feel attracted to the man. "Alright" he said without thinking.
"Yay!" yelled Johnny, throwing his arms up in the air. For a split second Edgar thought he was going to hug him. Then Johnny lowered his arms "I really appreciate it" he said.
He was about to walk out when the man behind the counter yelled "You didn't pay for that you freak!". After brutally murdering the guy(much to Edgars distaste)he walked over to his small car.
Todd was leaning against the car, his brown orbs held confusion at the sight of Edgar. Which was good because he didn't notice Johnny's new blood stains. "Edgar this is Squee, Squeegee, this is Edgar" introduced Johnny. Edgar smiled and held out his hand "Edgar Vargas" he spoke, Squee smiled and shook the hand. "Todd Castil" he said quietly "Squee's my nickname. Oh, this is Shmee".
Squee held out the scared bear in front of him, Edgar seemed confused. "No offense but aren't you a little...old for a bear?" he asked. 'Aren't you a little young to be in a band?' he asked mentally.
"I know" growled Johnny crossing his arms "That bear is good for nothing". "No he isn't! Shmee helps protect me from nightmares" insisted Squee, Johnny snorted and Edgar felt slightly confused. "Um, okay then...how old are you?" he asked kindly. "Thirteen and three quarters, my birthday is in January".
Edgar decided not to question the boy further and nodded. "Well, let us get going!" said Johnny. The three piled into the car and as they drove away Edgar wondered if he'd just made the biggest mistake of his life.
A/N:Remember!Reviewslove!Constructive criticism is also welcome,but please people don't complain about my grammer...I already know it stinks I need no reminders.Also,if the characters are a little O.C sorry,I had to make it work.