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Love Eden
Light filtered through Kevin's eye lashes. Something nagged at the back of his mind like an internal alarm clock. Was it the weekend? The smell of breakfast that his mother usually made on Saturday or Sunday morning was not there floating around. Groaning, Kevin tried to roll over but something entangled his arms and legs. Peeking through his lashes, Kevin saw a mop of hair nuzzled into the pillow next to him. A soft breathing made Kevin's arm rise and fall slowly. There was a flash of silver in the morning light as the person shifted.
Edd's hair fell out of his face. Kevin's sleepy brain slowly realized that Edd was tangled with him. There were a few flashes of memories of the night before but Kevin didn't remember cuddling with Edd. Nazz once told Kevin that he was cuddly when he slept. It must have happened after he had fallen asleep.
And Edd didn't move turn away from the contact. Kevin smiled as he buried his face in Edd's hair.
Ever since Kevin had finally seen Edd's hair he wanted to touch the long, black locks. It was as soft as Kevin imaged, softer than Nazz's hair. The strands were like silk. Gentle waves crimped throughout his hair as if trying to curl. Kevin had never seen such beautiful hair. It suited Edd's frame and pale skin. He wanted to run his hands through it but that would most likely wake the sleeping boy. Kevin was content just holding Edd.
Kevin's phone chirped on the nightstand. The screen lit up a picture of Nazz. Frantic, Kevin scrambled for his phone so that the noise wouldn't wake Edd up. A soft groan escaped Edd as he woke up so suddenly. Edd was confused at the situation he was in, legs tangled with Kevin's. Yelping, Edd rolled away from Kevin and fell off the bed with a painful thud.
"Hey Nazz, what's-?" Kevin asked as he pinned his phone to his shoulder with his head as he tried to help Edd back to his feet.
Nazz sounded pissed as she interrupted the ginger. "Dude, where are you? You were supposed to pick me up today for a study session like an hour ago. Did you forget or something?"
"Shit!" Kevin groaned. "Sorry, I had something come up yesterday that kept me up most of the night. I think I am going to skip school today. Can you do me a favor and call the office as Mom? You can tell them I won't be at school because I'm sick or something."
There was silence on the other end of the line. Kevin held his breath, waiting for Nazz to crave like she usually did. There were times when Kevin called in as Nazz's dad when she was too hung over to get out of bed so she owed him. That's what friends are for anyways, backing them up.
"Fine," Nazz sighed. "But you owe me Kevin Barr. If anyone finds out, I'm throwing you under the bus without a second thought. Got that?"
Kevin laughed. "You're awesome Nazz. I'll text you later. Don't get too bored at school!"
Edd marveled at Kevin. How could he just skip school like it was nothing? Education and good attendance was too important to dismiss so easily and to drag Nazz into it was worse. Ed and Eddy had gotten a tongue lashing multiple times in the past so Edd had the speech perfected. Edd was about to start talking when Kevin locked eyes with him. The depths of green captured him, swallowed him whole. There was kindness and understanding in those eyes that Edd had never witnessed before. All thoughts of the scolding fled from his brain. He was helpless under that gaze.
The ginger broke the connection first. He got up from the bed and stretched, mumbling about the bathroom. He had never seen Kevin like this, so vulnerable and groggy. His gym shorts hung low on his hip and exposed his stomach when he stretched. The sliver of visible skin made Edd shiver, hormones kicking into overdrive. Little specks of dust floated around in the sun light, framing Kevin in a celestial light. A giggled bubbled up inside Edd and escaped before he could stop it.
Edd wondered if he was still sleeping because this situation did not make any sense. When did Kevin become something that Edd wanted? He had always admired Kevin, when he wasn't bullying the Ed's that is. Others looked up to him and he was a natural leader who spoke his mind but never in anger. The Kevin Edd had grown up was almost nonexistent. Now he was someone others strived to be like.
"You okay Edd?" Kevin asked confused.
Edd smiled. "I do not know if I am truly awake right now. How could someone look so handsome in the morning light? You are breathtaking Kevin."
Kevin's face heated and he tried to hide his blush. Did Edd just call him handsome and breathtaking? Edd's fall off the bed must have been head first for him to talk so openly. The words rung in Kevin's head as he looked down at Edd on the bed. He had heard these words before but it had never filled his stomach with butterflies.
Instinct took over and Kevin leaned down. A light kiss danced across Edd's lips that made him want to melt. There was something there in this kiss that was lacking in Nat's kisses. A spark threatened to burn through Edd at the contact as he gathered Kevin's shirt in his hands. Kevin lowered himself back onto the bed without breaking the bonding of lips. Fingers danced through Edd's hair making him shiver. No one had ever touched his hair in such away.
Edd moaned into the kiss. The sound set a fire into Kevin's blood. Edd's hand slipped down, finding the hem of Kevin's shirt. Curious fingers found firm, warm skin and toned abdominal muscles. Nails dragged lightly over the skin. Kevin thought he was going to go crazy from the touch but he wanted more, so much more. Breaking the kiss for a moment, Kevin stripped off his shirt, tossing it to the side. Edd's face was flushed and his breathing was heavy. His hair was in disarray and his lips were swollen from the kissing.
"You're so stunning Edd," Kevin smiled holding Edd's face in his hands.
Edd blushed. "D-do not joke like this Kevin."
"That's the best part about you Edd. You don't realize how incredible you are." Kevin pulled Edd into his lap, playing his hair again. "Did you know that you glow when you smile? Or that your laugh is like music?"
Edd leaned into Kevin's touch, letting the words wash over him. A warm feeling pooled in his stomach and spread throughout his body. The feeling of Kevin's bare skin was amazing. He had never felt so connected to another person, not even his parents. It was as natural as breathing. He felt safe in Kevin's arms.
They stayed entwined for a while, basking in the warmth of it all, until Kevin's stomach growled. The noise made both boys laugh.
"I guess it's time for breakfast." Kevin laughed and helped Edd to his feet.
Edd slid on his slippers and headed downstairs. "There should be some eggs and bacon in the fridge if I remember correctly. Or I can make pancakes if you wish."
"Why not both all three? I'm starving."
Soon the kitchen came alive with the smell of bacon frying and pancakes cooking. Kevin sported Edd's apron as he flipped the bacon over while Edd concentrated on making waffles. Every so often they brushed against each other. The contact made Edd blush and Kevin smile. This was not how either of them had imagined their morning to go.
With the table set and food portioned out, they sat down and dug into the food. Kevin went first for the bacon before descending upon is eggs. A moan escaped him as he took his first bite of Edd's pancakes.
"Dude, that's unreal. My mom's pancakes aren't even this good."
Edd smiled shyly as he took a bit of bacon. The meal was over quickly and the dishwasher was loaded with the dirty pots and plates. It was rare for Edd to have enough used cookware to be able to run the dishwasher. He had not cooked for anyone other than himself in a while and it felt good to have someone else enjoy his food.
Warm arms wrapped around Edd's waist as he dried his hand with a dishtowel. Kevin rested his head on Edd's shoulder. The contact was sudden but Edd did not pull away from it like he normally would. There was a gentleness to Kevin's touch that Edd reacted well to. Kevin planted a kiss on Edd's cheek as thanks for breakfast.
"So what do you want to do today?" Kevin asked.
Edd shrugged. "I have never skipped school before so I do not know what is available during this time."
"We could see a movie or go shopping or something like that. Nazz usually drags me around on days like this. I'm not really a planning kind of guy."
They both thought for a second on something they could do. Edd was coming up with nothing but he could see the wheels in Kevin's head turning slowly.
An idea must have formed because Kevin smiled brightly. "I know just the place."
Edd was showered and dressed within the hour after Kevin made the plans. Kevin had just gotten out of the shower and was getting dressed. It felt strange to not wear his hat but Kevin begged him to not wear it for a little while. He kept going on and on about how cool it was. Edd finally caved and pulled his hair back into a low pony tail. Edd had made a quick call to the school to explain his absence. The secretary had wished him a quick recover which made Edd feel guilty for lying. But Kevin's reassuring smile dissipated his worries.
"Let's go," Kevin said as he descended the stairs.
"Where are we going Kevin?"
A sly smile spread across Kevin's face. "It's a surprise."
Edd pouted but followed Kevin out the front door and across the street to his house. Mrs. Barr's car was already gone so Kevin did not have to sneak into the house. Kevin excused himself before vanishing into the house. Edd felt very exposed standing in Kevin's driveway. There was no one around. Everyone was either at work or at school at this hour. The garage door opened and Edd's heart sank.
"No," Edd squeaked.
Kevin stood next to his motorcycle with a spar helmet in his hand. The red motorcycle was a beautiful machine but Edd knew all the statistics about motorcycle accidents such as how 11 percent of all road accidents involved a motorcycle or how things like poor roads could cause accidents. It was all too unpredictable.
"Oh come one Edd, it's not as bad as your brain is telling you it is. I've been riding for a while and I've never gotten into an accident. Plus, mom made me take a safety class before I even bought the bike. I can show you the certificate if you want."
Edd frowned and looked between the bike and the smiling Kevin. All the calculations in his head screamed for him not to go but his gut was telling him it would be okay. He rarely trusted his gut but Kevin looked to happy that Edd did not want to made him mad or sad from rejection.
A sigh escaped Edd and he held his hand out for the helmet.
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