Chapter 6: All Fun And Games.
Edward grinned to himself, feeling on top of the world after rescuing Oswald for the first time. 'I really nailed that guy! He didn't see me coming!' he thought to himself. Dark Ed chuckled in the back of his mind. 'Oh we're not done yet Eddie! We still have someone on our bad guy list!' Dark Ed said. Edward bit his lip, thinking about who he meant. 'You mean Galavan?' Edward asked him, making Dark Ed grin. 'Yup. Also maybe cause some trouble. we need to get our name out there somehow!' he said. Edward smirked, and made his way to Galavan's mansion. Once there, Ed stuck to the shadows, watching as the guards walked back and forth. Riddler took his chance, getting up behind one guy, easily snapping his neck and dragged him away. He turned his attention to the other guy, easily knocking him down with his cane. Riddler looked up to see a window above him, grinning he leapt onto the ledge, and picking the lock, finding his way inside. It was dark, but Ed turned a light on his cane, using it as a flashlight. Ed realized he was in the man's office, considering the absolutely tantalizing desk. Ed smirked, knowing there had to be something that would put this man away. Edward carefully opened a drawer, peering inside. Edward grinned, finding his prize. Meanwhile, Oswald found his way home, groaning and quickly cleaned himself up. "Ed?" Oswald called, getting no answer. He found a note taped to the fridge which read, "I'm working late. Be home soon. XOXO." Oswald smiled at it, soon getting ready for bed. Moments later, Edward came home, quickly getting out of his Riddler suit and hiding it, putting on a tee shirt and shorts. Slowly, Edward stepped into the room, smiling when he found his precious Penguin fast asleep, cuddling a pillow as if it were him. Edward slipped into bed with him, wrapping his arms around him, Oswald instantly clinging to him, whining softly. Edward chuckled, holding him close and falling asleep.
The next morning, woke up, smiling when he saw Edward, fast asleep, brown hair all curly and messy. Oswald grinned, slowly poking Ed's belly gently. Edward whined, a sleepy smile on his face. Oswald smirked and kissed Ed's face, whispering, "Eddie..Eddie wake up." Edward whined, "Nooo...sleep.." he threw his arm around him, cuddling Oswald like a teddy bear, making him giggle. "Eddieee!" Oswald whined, kissing him again, as Edward finally opened his eyes, looking into Oswald's baby blue eyes. "Morning." he said, voice soft with sleep. Oswald yawned and rested his head against his chest, smiling up at him. "Morning. You'll never guess what happened last night." Oswald spoke, grinning at him. Edward looked at him curiously, pretending to be oblivous. "Oh? What?" Edward asked. Oswald smiled, a his eyes sparkling.
"I saw something. I had been attacked by some lunatic and there was a man dressed in green with a question mark on his jacket! I couldn't see his face but, he looked familiar somehow. He saved me." He said, making Edward smirk slightly. "Fascinating. I'm glad he did." Edward said, leaning down to kiss him. Oswald kissed back, grinning soon pulling away, with a lovestruck smile. "I love you Ed." he whispered, voice soft, Edward smiled, eyes sparkling. "I love you to, Oswald. How about we get some breakfast?" Edward asked. Oswald smiled, arms wrapped around the taller man's neck. "Sure. Sounds good." he replied, leaning on tip toes to kiss him. Edward smiled and pulled away, going to the kitchen while Oswald got changed in his normal fancy suits and went to sit on the couch turning on the news. "Reports are coming in of a man dressed in green, leaving a riddle at Gotham City's police station, also revealing new evidence against current Mayor, Theo Galavan. Galavan was arrested this morning and is currently being held at the GCPD. But the question on every Gothamites mind is, who is the mysterious Riddler? We'll have more on this story as it develops!" Oswald's jaw dropped in shock, visibly pailing. 'He saved me last night. Why would he have Galavan arrested?' "Ed! Did you see the news?" Oswald finally spoke, surprising Ed a bit.
"Oh? What happened?" Edward asked, pretending to be oblivious. Oswald smiled at him, thinking about it. "Well I had been out last night, I had been attacked by this mugger. He said he was going to turn me in to the GCPD. Riddler never gave him the chance to." Oswald said, smiling happily. Edward tried his best to hide a knowing grin. "That's incredible Oswald." Edward said, wrapping his arms around him gently. Oswald looked up at him. "I want to find out who he is. Why he saved me." Oswald said with a whisper. Edward smiled slightly, feeling almost excited. 'Now i can't tell if he's a curious little kitten or a adorable little penguin!' Dark Ed whispered in his mind. Edward shook it off with a small smile. 'Now's not the time for him to find out.' Dark Ed chuckled as he went silent again. Edward kissed him softly, savoring the soft whine his precious little bird made as he pulled away, smiling at him. Oswald blushed like a tomato. "Uh..a-are you going to work today?" Oswald stuttered out.
Edward sighed, playing with his feathery hair. "Unfortunately, yes. But, I'll try to come home early. I have to keep them from becoming suspicious." he said, kissing Oswald's cheek, making him blush even redder. "I..I know. It's just...i hate it when you're not here." Oswald said, feeling a bit guilty for wanting to be so close to him. He assumed it was the result of what happened in his future or rather, what would've happened. Oswald knew from past experiences that good things never really lasted for him, so he wanted to enjoy this for as long as he could. Oswald reached up, kissing him softly, smiling as Ed tightened his hold on him as he kissed back, having to pull away for air. "Did I ever tell you you're a good kisser?" Edward whispered, grinning. Oswald smirked, nuzzling him softly. "Maybe its you." Oswald said. Edward smirked, slowly pulling away from him to go get ready for work. "I won't be long. Promise." Edward said, now dressed in his usual forensic outfit. Oswald sighed, kissing him quickly. "I love you." Oswald whispered, feeling like he had said it a million times , yet still hadn't said it enough. Edward grinned. "I love you too Os." he kissed him one last time before hurrying out the door.
The GCPD was full of energy, people pushing and shoving at each other. Everyone seemed freaked out and anxious about the sudden appearance of The Riddler. Edward tried hiding a smirk as he headed to his office. 'Oh wait until they see the next little surprise!' Dark Ed whispered, almost laughing maniacally. Edward only rolled his eyes. "Could you be any less obvious? I told you! No one is getting hurt! Unless we have no choice in the matter!" he growled at his reflection. Dark Ed pouted. "Pfft. You're no fun. How can you keep up with our little Penguin?" Dark Ed scoffed. Edward glared at him. "Shut up! It doesn't matter!" he shouted. Dark Ed gave him a look. "Why not be partners in crime? he can handle it." he said. Edward shook his head. "No! He can't join me while i'm The Riddler. It's too dangerous!" he hissed. Dark Ed rolled his eyes. "Come on! It would be fun." Dark Ed replied. Edward covered his face.
"No. If something happened to him...I...I wouldn't be able to forgive myself. He can't know." Dark Ed sighed in annoyance. "You're afraid aren't you? Afraid you'll fail him." Edward nodded slowly. "If...If I actually did that in his timeline...in his future...I..." Edward couldn't finish his sentence. Dark Ed stood beside him, kneeling down. "If it worries you that much, I suggest you be careful who you trust. Keep our little feathered friend safe, and don't fall into a trap." Edward nodded at his words.
"Better yet, how about we look into this Hugo Strange he talked about. Maybe we can help Ossie out that way." Dark Ed whispered. "Tonight." Edward spoke, slowly grinning. Dark Ed smirked as well. "Tonight we're going to do a little digging."
Meanwhile, Oswald was resting on the couch, his bad leg propped up on to a pillow. 'Why after what he's done to you, you still believe him? He's talking shit and you're falling for it!' Oswald's inner voice yelled. Oswald sighed, shaking his head. 'No! Not true! He loves me. He loves me.' Oswald insisted to himself. Oswald buried himself in a blanket, trying to block out his inner voice. 'Ed please come home soon.' He thought, looking out the window, watching as the sky darkened. Normally, he could handle anything, but right now, he felt vulnerable. Part of him didn't want to believe Edward.
But the part of him that was so happily in love with him did. Oswald smiled as he thought of Ed's sweet kisses, his warm hugs, the way he would hold him and stroke his head when he had a nightmare. Oswald sighed tiredly, inwardly hoping Ed would be home soon. Oswald started feeling a little bored. He wondered if he should call Ed at work. He looked at the phone, picking it up and taking a breath. He remembered the last time he had called him, the day he thought he saw his father's ghost. Oswald shuddered thinking about it. 'That's not him, Oswald. This Edward didn't try to kill you. He didn't hurt you, he loves you.' Oswald tried to convince himself, although it was very hard. Oswald gathered up his courage and dialed Ed's number.
And that'll do for now. The next scene will have more cuteness promise. The ending of this chap probably sucked. Also, I'm currently working on a cute nygmobblepot fanfiction based off Frankenweenie, if aanyone has seen it. It's a great movie! :)