Property Line


Chapter 11


Kevin woke up to the smell of bacon. He shifted around in Edd's bed and stared at the ceiling. The sun was shining through the windows, blinding his eyes as he opened them. Kevin let out a yawn before getting up and stretching his arms. He jumped out of bed and stretched his legs, then placed his typical cap on his head. He looked at his surroundings and remembered he was at Edd's house. He looked to the floor and saw the air mattress empty and organized. Suddenly, the flashback from yesterday's episode ran through his mind.

"Oh right. My feelings."

Edd finished making breakfast for Kevin. He was anxious to check if Kevin was awake ever since he yelled at him last night. He grabbed his confidence together. "Calm down, Eddward. Just maturely talk to him about it."

He headed upstairs and took his time to travel to his room. When he reached his door, he peeked in his room. Simultaneously, Kevin walked out of Edd's room. He stopped when he saw Edd being idle by the door.

"Morning." Kevin lifted his hand slowly and waved.

Edd gulped. "M-Morning."

"Do I smell bacon?" Kevin started to head downstairs, brushing against Edd's shoulder. Edd looked into his room again and noticed the bed was made and Kevin's bag was neatly placed in the corner. He whipped his head back and watched Kevin walking down the stairs. He followed him to the kitchen and fumbled with his fingers. "You cooked this?" Kevin looked at the mouthwatering food.

Edd nodded. "Yes, indeed." Kevin nodded and sat down at the table. He started to eat, not really minding Edd pointlessly standing. "Kevin," Edd cleared his throat. Kevin looked up, bacon hanging out of his mouth. "Did you make my bed and organize your bag?" He looked hopeful.

Kevin chewed and swallowed, then nodded. "Cleanfreak made me think a little."

Edd frowned at the title. "Cleanfreak, huh?" He sat himself at the table and took a piece of bacon for himself. "What did I make you think over through the night?"

"My feelings." Kevin smirked. Edd's eyes widened, staring extensively at Kevin. "I think I'm going to go home later."

Edd's heart dropped. Many conclusions came to mind, making him feel uneasy. "What would you like to do for the remainder of the day?"

Kevin shrugged. "I dunno. What do you usually do?"

Edd blinked. "Well," he thought about his daily routine. "I do chores until I am needed to assist Eddy in his schemes."

Kevin hung his head. "That's so boring! What if dorky doesn't have a lame plan? Then what?"

Edd rubbed the back of his head and shrugged. "I just study and complete chores."

Kevin sighed, then thought of an idea. "Wanna watch a movie or something?" He finished eating and put aside his plate.

Edd took the plate and placed it in the sink, then looked back at Kevin nervously. "I don't quite have any movies that you would take interest in."

Kevin sighed. "Don't tell me," He rolled his eyes. "You have movies about science or something nerdy." Edd nodded, disappointing Kevin. He groaned. "Alright, whatever, just put that on."

Edd shook his head. "I possibly couldn't put on something that you wouldn't enjoy!"

"Just do it, dork." Kevin lazily stared. "I don't really care. Just whatever to kill time."

Edd's confidence fell. "He really does seem uninterested with me now. Curse my anger from yesterday's events." He walked over to the living room and looked through his movies. There was a documentary on stars that he quite enjoyed, so he inserted it in the DVD player. "I'll play this documentary on our solar system, is that alright?"

Kevin shrugged. "Sure." Edd gulped and took a seat on the couch. Kevin walked over and took a seat next to Edd, then placed his arm around Edd's shoulder. Edd froze and his mind scattered from Kevin's actions. Edd tried to ignore it, but Kevin pulled him closer with his arm, which made it impossible to disregard.

Edd couldn't pay attention to the movie. Every time Edd inched himself away, Kevin inched closer. He glanced at Kevin, who had a nonchalant expression. His heart started to race, although unsure if Kevin's actions were by coincidence. Kevin let out a yawn which startled him. He looked up at Kevin who now had a bored expression.

Edd leaned forward, getting ready to stand up. "Maybe I should just change the—"

Kevin pulled him back down. "No, it's fine." Kevin drew him closer. "Just stay like this."

Edd's face heated up, feeling tenser as he felt Kevin's body warmth. "U-Uhm, Kevin…"

Kevin looked down with a confused look. "What?"

"You're a bit close to me." Edd spoke up. "A bit too close."

Kevin somewhat moved away and removed his arm from Edd's shoulder. "This better?"

Edd pulled his hat down and looked away. "Y-Yes." Edd loosened up a bit, feeling relieved somewhat. "Okay, now I can focus." He thought, but soon started to tense up again. Kevin casually placed his hand on Edd's thigh. He looked at the redhead, who was smirking from pleasure. "He's mocking me!"

Kevin looked at him. "Problem?"

Edd's face flushed to a pink. "Indeed, I do have a problem!"

Kevin moved his hand back and rested his arm on the couch. "What is it, your dorkiness?"

Edd jerked up. "I-I don't feel comfortable with you touching me as you please!" He fidgeted around. "It's an invasion of my personal space!"

Kevin sighed and stood up to level with Edd. "So what if I invade your personal space?" He glared directly at Edd, and then crossed his arms. "What's the big deal?"

"Your actions are resuming to confuse me again!" Edd covered his face with his hands, shaking his head. "I don't understand anything!"

Kevin pushed Edd's hands away and grabbed him by the collar, heaving him closer. "Are you going to yell at me again?"

Edd looked Kevin in the eyes and panicked. Edd became speechless and could only think about how physically close he was with Kevin. As he was unable to generate a response, Kevin groaned and released him.

"I should just go home now." Kevin removed his cap and messed up his hair.

Edd gulped and bit the bottom of his lip. "I don't care anymore." "I like you."

Kevin froze, and then looked up at the dark-haired male. He stared at him, unsure how to respond to his three words. "What?" was the only answer he could render.

Edd pulled down his hat and covered his eyes. His heart was clenching in his chest and he began to mentally prepare for a rejection. He wouldn't dare repeat the words, but felt pressured to do so. "I like you, Kevin!" He shook his head. "No, I dislike you and the way you take advantage of my kindness and hospitality," He started to sweat from the stress. "And I hate the way you treat me because it makes me grow feelings for you and I-…" Edd, feeling conflicted, lost his train of thought. He started to shake from all the emotions.

Kevin softened and walked over to the trembling male. He wrapped his arms around him, and rested Edd's head on his chest. He kissed the top of Edd's hat and gave a soft smile. "I like you too."

Edd shook his head on Kevin's chest. "D-Don't lie to me…" he weakly mumbled.

Kevin scoffed. "I'm not lying, you dork."

Edd pulled his hat up and unbelievingly looked up at the male. "R-Really?" Edd started to blush, feeling embarrassed the longer he stared at Kevin.

Kevin uncomfortably looked Edd in the eyes. He pulled Edd's hat over his eyes and mumbled, "Stop staring at me, dork."

Edd's smile fell as he continued to be covered by his hat. "Was that really necessary, Kevin?" He crossed his arms and pouted.

Kevin chuckled. "Oh, deal with it."

Edd opened his mouth to retort to Kevin's comment but froze when a peck touched his cheek. He stood still, comprehending the events that took place in the past hour.

"Speechless, Your Dorkiness?"

Edd blushed and curled his lip, trying to think of a comeback but too flustered to come up with one. Kevin lifted up Edd's beanie only to see Edd looking away with furrowed eyebrows pink cheeks. He chuckled at his appearance.

"So?"

Edd looked at him to only turn his head and gave a little "Hmph."

"Oh, okay." Kevin raised his brow. "The silent treatment."

Edd ignored him and turned around. "I refuse to talk to someone who belittles me then covers it up with such actions!"

"Oh really?" Kevin smirked, taking the challenge. He wrapped his arms around Edd's waist and pulled him back. "So I could do whatever I want and you'll say nothing?"

The male's eyes widened, trying to pry out of Kevin's arms. Kevin leaned down and kissed the back of Edd's neck, sending him chills down his spine. Edd bit the bottom of his lip, holding back any sounds. The jock gained interest and continued to keep toying around with the nerd. He decided to kick it up a notch by sliding a hand up Edd's abdomen.

Edd jerked forward. "O-Okay! I'll talk!" He spazzed and fell out of Kevin's arms. He cringed after falling to the floor, bringing Kevin laughter.

"You okay dork?" Kevin wiped a tear from his eye and clenched his stomach. He tried to hold back his laugh. "Sorry! Went too far."

Edd weakly got to his knees and eventually to his feet. "N-Never do that again!"

Kevin smirked. "Maybe."

Edd blushed and crossed his arms. "Per—"

"'Personal space, Kevin!'" Kevin mimicked. "Yeah, yeah, I don't care."

Edd pouted and furrowed his brows together.

Kevin chuckled and pulled Edd by the waist, bringing up closer. "C'mon, don't be like that. Cause you're mine now." He slyly gave another peck on his cheek.

Edd intensely stared, but then softened up. He sighed and shrugged it off. "I don't know what I should be expecting."

Kevin wrapped his arms around Edd's neck. "Expect a lot for now. It's just the beginning."