Next Door

Disclaimer: Don't own it so shove it already.

Jessie: Don't be rude. –Frowns-

Joh: Yes ma'am.

Jessie: -Pats Joh's head-

Joh: Whee! Okay on to a more serious topic. It seems a lot of you feel sorry for Ed.

–Laughs- Okay I shouldn't be laughing. Ahem. I kiinda don't know where I'm going with this. Should it be noncon or fluffy? Ed's cynical point of view makes it hard to write something fluffy though. So that might possibly be out of the question. Do any of you think I should write a chapter from Envy's POV?

Warnings: Language and yaoi…I'm sure you can handle this, hm?

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I hopped out the door with a bagel clutched in my hand. Silly me forgot to set my timer and somehow I slept in. Can't imagine why, after all it's only 6:00 in the morning. Hah silly, silly me.

Al's lucky; middle school doesn't start for another hour.

You know, it really doesn't make any sense at all. You would think that the older kids would get to sleep in and the younger ones would have to wake up early considering how much energy they all seem to have.

I took a large bite from my bagel and chewed furiously as I sprinted down the sidewalk, backpack swinging.

"Yo shorty!"

I twitched but otherwise ignored the speaker, huddled with a group, hoping he wasn't referring to me. Oh…they better not….

A hand slapped against my back, making me almost topple over. Instead, I merely choked on my food and almost died. But hey at least I didn't trip.

"What the hell?" I spat, turning to glare at the offender.

Oh for fuck's sake…it just had to be him, didn't it?

The green-haired teen pouted mockingly at me before ruffling my hair in a demeaning manner. "So you're not a morning person, eh?"

"Don't talk to me." I grumbled, edging farther away from him.

He stared at me blankly for a moment before grinning like that freaky cat (can't remember its name but whatever.). (1)

"Ohhh, are you mad about yesterday?" he cooed, touching my arm lightly.

I didn't answer because truthfully yes, yes I was mad. I was fucking pissed.

He laughed harshly and snatched my breakfast from my hand.

"Hey! That's mine asshole!" I snapped, reaching out to grab the bagel back.

He smirked and held it high…out of my reach. Damn bastard.

Slowly, I let my hands fall to my sides, not wanting to go through the humiliation of having to leap up and down to get my bagel. Another grin flashed in my direction before he took a large bite out of MY bagel.

He chewed loudly with his mouth open, making exaggerated chewing sounds. "Thanks for the breakfast babe."

I made a face at him and walked faster, only for him to match my pace.

"What's the hurry?"

"I'm trying to get away from you. You smell like shit."

"Ouch that really hurt me." He paused as he swallowed then eyed me thoughtfully. "I never got your name kid."

"I'm not a kid."

He cocked an eyebrow and waited for my answer. Didn't adults always say not to go telling creepy strangers your name? I guess he wasn't really a stranger but he sure as hell was creepy so I think I have the right to keep silent.

"Fuck off." I glared at him in what I hope was in an intimidating manner.

Apparently it wasn't for he simply laughed and shook his head. "Are you always this tense or are you just PMSing?"

"Tell me your name first and maybe I'll tell you mine."

He shrugged. "Envy."

I stopped walking and frowned at him. Who the hell would name their kid Envy? Oops did I say that out loud? Bad Edward, bad!

Envy licked his lips and shrugged again. "A crackwhore probably."

Okaay. So the dude is dissing his mom. Looks like someone's got family issues going on. Not like I care. Everyone's got some kinda issue goin' on and we all have to deal with it.

"So what 'bout your name?"

I hesitated but figured he'd probably find out my name sooner or later so may as well…

"Edward Elric." I muttered.

His grin spread across his lips as he poked me in the side. "Cute. Eddy." He sniggered.

I suppressed a twitch and instead chose to scowl at him. "Don't call me that. Call me Ed or Edward whatever."

Envy ignored me and skipped ahead laughing. I was half inclined to run after him and shut him up, but luckily a voice stopped me from doing so.

"Ed!"

Slowly I turned after hearing my name and spotted Winry Rockbell running towards me. Her red messenger bag was flapping at her side and her long blonde hair swished about her shoulders.

My scowl deepened as she stumbled and grabbed onto me for support. She paid no heed to the smoldering expression fixed on my face and peered ahead to where Envy was busy skipping through tulips.

"Who's that?" she blinked her blue eyes at me curiously. "You're friend?"

"No." I said blankly.

Winry Rockbell is kinda what you would call a golden child. She was smart, popular, pretty, athletic, and perky. Of course she was also clumsy, loud, boyish, and a tad violent. Just a tad.

She slapped my head 'playfully', leaving my mind spinning. "Whatever. See ya later Ed!" she grinned at me before sprinting ahead to go catch up with a group of her friends.

I rubbed my head gingerly and felt a lump rising from where she hit me. Damn.

Several kids passed by me, chattering idly. I sighed and followed after them into the schoolyard where students where hanging out.

Today was starting off on a bad note and I still have yet to get my revenge. But I shall get it…oh yes…I shall.

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After two full hours of listening to crap from teachers I rushed into the hallway, pushing my way trough the crowd. I had 15 minutes to find Envy and get my revenge for yesterday.

A smirk made its way onto my face as I looked this was and that for my dear ol' neighbor. He should be easy enough to spot…

There he is. Standing at his locker with two of his druggie friends. He thinks he's so cool…pshh.

Confidently I made my way through the crowd to him; glare fixated on his stupid face.

Somehow he seemed to feel my eyes on him for he looked up and grinned. I could see him say something too his pals…minions whatever, then head towards me.

"Sup, shorty?"

Snap.

"Who the hell are you calling short, you asshole!" I snarled and without really thinking about it I swung out my fist and hit him in the face. As I brought my stinging hand back to my side I wondered if that maybe would make him stop smirking.

I swear the whole hallway went silent. People stopped walking to stare curiously at our little scene.

Envy had his head bowed and was rubbing his swollen cheek slowly. Suddenly, unexplainably, a feeling of dread rose within me. Like one of those 'oh-shit-something-bad-is-gonna-happen' feelings.

However I continued to glare angrily at him, just cuz my anger wasn't spent yet.

"That's for yesterday." I growled to him. You know, he really doesn't look that strong…I mean he's pretty slim. So maybe if he wants to start a fight of some kind I wouldn't be the one beaten up…

Envy raised his head, revealing burning violet eyes. A shiver swept down my spine as he bared his teeth at me.

"You really shouldn't have done that kid." He murmured, shaking his head and looking almost like he's about to laugh.

Okaay. I'm a liiiittle bit unnerved by now.

"What are you gonna do about it?" I challenged him. Geez. I really have a big mouth, don't I?

Envy smiled coldly and glanced around at the crowd that has gathered. He waved to them before looking back at me. Before I had time to blink all the air is knocked out of me. I hit the wall with a groan, sliding down to the floor.

I clutched my stomach and squinted my eyes, trying to focus my spinning head.

Envy was standing above me, still grinning like the maniac he is. Damn him.

"Oh, did I hurt your tummy?" he cooed, bending down so that we were eye-level.

"Fuck you." I spat out.

Envy blinked then chuckled, lifting me back to my feet. "I wonder if I left a bruise?" he thought aloud, leaning me against the wall.

I steadied my legs and painfully stood straight, letting my hand drop from my stomach.

The older boy was looking at me in a thoughtful way, eyeing me up and down. After a moment he seemed to have decided on something. He winked at the crowd and edged closer to me.

"What are you doing?" I hissed. I couldn't back away due to the wall and I think that if I tried to move I might just fall. Envy's punch had really done me in.

Carefully, he lifted my red T-shirt up a bit, making me jerk in surprise. Cold fingers brushed against the large bruise decorating my stomach. The crowd seemed to get only bigger as more kids stopped to watch the poor lil' freshman get harassed.

Weakly, I swung out my leg and hit him in the knee. I heard him inhale sharply but he didn't seem to flinch at all.

"That hurt a little." He laughed and pressed harshly against the bruise.

I sucked in my breath and swung a fist at him. "You asshole!"

He leaped back, green hair whipping about. I gritted my teeth in frustration and did my best to ignore the pain racing through me. Shit…it was getting really hard to move now.

I lunged myself at him and once again swung back my clenched fist. Envy smirked and grabbed my head, stopping me from moving forward. My arm swung out, missing his face only by an inch.

Laughter rippled through the crowd.

"Your reach is short, midget." Envy fisted his hand in my blonde hair roughly as he taunted me.

I opened my mouth to yell at him but my throat was dry, my sides burning from the shock of my movements. (2)

"Don't worry, it's cute." Envy pushed me back so that I hit the wall with a loud thud. I crumpled to the floor, groaning.

A kick was aimed at me, making me hiss loudly.

I rolled over and grabbed my sides, my eyes squeezed tightly shut.

After a long moment of deep breathes and coughs I cracked open one eyes. Envy was sitting causally next to me, back against the wall and ciggy balanced between his fingers. I could smell the smoke drifting from him as he exhaled.

I wanted to tell him that he wasn't allowed to smoke in school and the smell was like shit, but I really wasn't up to speaking to much and honestly, I really didn't want another punch to the gut. If I got hit there one more time I seriously think I could die. (3)

The jeering crowd seemed to have disappeared, meaning the bell must have rung. Great. I'm late.

"You alive?" Envy chuckled, trying his best to sound as if he actually cared.

"Yeah." I looked up at him with a defiant glare.

He simply raised an eyebrow and blew a cloud of smoke in my face. "Nice eyes."

"Go to hell."

"Already am."

I struggled to sit up and even though my body protested in jolts of pain I managed. I tilted my head towards the ceiling and closed my eyes, taking deep steadying breaths. It hurt like hell, but I didn't want Envy to know that.

"What's your problem?" I grumbled, not really expecting him to answer that.

"Everything." His eyes flashed as he glanced at me through half-lidded eyes. That same calculating look I've seen on his face so many times already took its position on his features. He sized me up and down for a minute then got up. "Let's go."

I frowned at him. "I don't feel like moving at the moment and frankly I don't want to walk to class with you."

"I wasn't going to walk you to class dumb ass."

"Good."

"I was gonna take you home." He narrowed his eyes at me, making it obvious that he was growing annoyed.

"Home? Why would you do that?"

"Cuz I don't feel like going to class." He said it blankly as he grabbed me and swung me over his shoulder.

"Ow, ow, ow! That hurts!" I yelled, pounding on his back with my hands.

He ignored me and started walking down the hallway. As we neared the main entrance a teacher stopped us.

"Where do you think you're…what are you doing?" I couldn't see her due to my position but I could her the shock in her voice.

"I'm going out. And so is he." Envy answered in a low tone. His grip around my legs tightened and I could only imagine what kind of look he was giving the poor teacher. I heard her stutter out a few words before hurrying away.

I sighed and let myself go slack. Oh well…I kinda wanted to go home anyway. Poor Al though. He was going to have to walk home by himself again.

0o0

"Wait a second…this is your house."

"Yeah, no shit." Envy said, dumping me on the couch in a bored manner.

I immediately sat up and glanced around, taking in the enemy surroundings.

We had entered the family room where only a small couch, table, and T.V were placed. A couple bags and boxes were piled in a corner neatly along with a pretty plant sprouting flowers on the table. However on closer notice the flowers were wilted and dried out.

"What happened here?"

Envy raised his eyebrows and followed my gaze. "Oh. Lust wanted to make the room more colorful but she's always busy so she never watered them." He shrugged and slid into the next room, out of sight.

I sighed and rubbed the bruised area on my body gingerly. It still hurt…actually I think I could say that it hurt even more after the jostling Envy gave me by carrying me to his house.

His house smelled like nothing, ignoring the faint trace of smoke. It was probably because he had only moved in not to long ago.

I was surprised at how neat and organized everything was. I had been expecting a giant mess of beer bottles and cigarette butts. It was almost freakishly clean. Like some kind of OCD mother had been storming around neatening everything.

Envy reappeared in the doorway, sipping a Sprite from the can, looking relaxed. Gee thanks for offering me one.

He sat down on the edge of the table, crossing his leg Indian style. I could feel my impatience rising as he took a long drawn out sip. You know, I hate it when people do that. It's so annoying when they take one really long sip as if there's not enough time to take a breather and put the friggen' can down. But that's just me.

"Can I go now?" I managed to say that through gritted teeth.

He smiled at me. "You can go if you like."

I sighed and made to get up, but searing pains made me double over and fall back down to the couch.

"Guess I hit you pretty hard, ne Ed?" Envy chuckled and shook his head, taking another swig of soda.

"Shut up," I eye him warily. "Why do you want me around? You hate me, don't you?" That would make sense, right? You think he hates me too? Or maybe he's just like this with everyone…

He shrugged. "I'm bored and I want company."

"You're annoying."

"You're short."

"WHAT DID YOU SAY?"

Envy smiled and slid onto the couch next to me. He grabbed my hand and leaned close, so close that our foreheads were just brushing. "You're kind of gutsy, aren't you? I like that."

"I don't care what you like." I shot back, scowling at him. I grabbed his shoulder and pushed but he didn't move. I actually think he got closer.

"Then I hope you don't mind if I help myself." Envy grinned then before I knew what was happening he had closed the distance between us.

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That cat thing from Alice in wonderland

Getting punched in the stomach really does hurt like shiznack. So if you think that either I'm over exaggerating or that Ed is being a wimp…it's not like that. You can't really imagine how much it hurts unless you actually have been punched there, but if you lightly hit yourself it still stings so just imagine how much it would hurt if someone was actually trying to hurt you.

You CAN die from being punched in the stomach. It can rupture sometimes.

Joh: Oh la la. Ed's got older guys goin' after him!

Jessie: Poor Ed --

Joh: So should I do the next chapter in Envy's POV or keep the whole story from Ed's point of view?

ANSWERS TO REVEIWS

awsomealchemist
Thank you! I hope you liked this chapter too!

demonlifehealer
Poor Ed got his ass kicked some more…at least he got one punch in on Envy though, right? I really don't know if there's gonna be rape or cutesy stuff. What do you think?

FXL
Why do we all like a mean Envy? -Laughs- Cuz it's hot.

ash89
Yay! I love writing this story so yay!

.Icyblackflame
Wow! You have to do 75 hours? That sucks. And did Ed seem ooc? Hm…well he's certainly not as angsty in the anime since he never had to go through all that stuff. This is an AU. But I'll try harder to keep him in character.

cheerful-pinkstar
The smut is own its way! -Sniggers-

Me And My God Complex
Yes, the new neighbor does seem a bit violent.

Inuyasha-Oddishness
I tried to make this chapter pretty long. Tell me what you think.

Forever Yours Zana
Well Envy and Mustang are both kiiiiinda rude. Hahah!

shu-chan77901
thank you! -Bows- By any chance, do you like Gravitation?

Review please.

-JoH