Kevin was slightly more excited about the game than he had been taking Edd out the first time. Granted he didn't have quite as many nerves since this would be a reaping occurrence it seemed. Edd didn't seem to be tiring of the constant affection the red head had to give. His arms would snake around him constantly at school, possibly to the brunette's dismay if Kevin was being entirely honest. However he has yet to be pushed away. Just an embarrassed side glance if it happened to catch the attention of passers by. Something Kevin had grown little care for. Those bright blue eyes would always grow so wide, darting about before staring into Kevin's soul. He loved it.
Kevin stood from the bed, brushing himself off as Edd took a slight side step to fix up the bedding. Kevin just raised a brow, he has never seen anyone with such a control issue. He had been told by Edd it was simple OCD, however the amount of stress it caused Edd at times was worrying. Everything had to be in order, perfectly orderly and in line. The only time this compulsion was quelled seemed to be around the other Ed's. Kevin was not granted that side of Edd yet. But he did strive for him to be that comfortable around him.
Kevin strolled himself out of the room, expecting the other to follow after him. His eyes still scanning the walls. Out in the hall there were no labels like Edd had set up, that seemed to be focused only in his personal space in the home. He wondered how the other would react to a shared living space with someone honestly. Probably quite the change. Those forest green eyes loomed back over Edd as he ever so gently shut his door and paused. Lifting a yellow note that had been planted on his door. He folded it ever so neatly and pocketed the note.
"Shall we be off then?" Edd asked in that same cheery, yet proper tone he was quite known for. Kevin stared down at him a moment before nodding.
"Uh yeah. Hey D, what's with all the notes?" Kevin questioned slowly, he probably shouldn't pry. He can only ever remember one instance he had been in Edd's house... That was to kick the ever-loving shit out of Eddy for messing up his bike back in the day. Granted he never took the time to actually stop and look around, there was a bigger task at hand.
"Oh, they are just requests left by my parents whilst they are here. Chores to do daily and such." Edd explained as if it was common practice in most house holds. He really was a good kid, he always had been. There was just an almost depressive air to the thought of that sort of communication. Kevin didn't push it further, not wanting to pry or upset Edd with his questioning. So the red head slumped and started down the steps. "Are we departing now? You haven't even got a jacket Kev." Edd suddenly chimed up.
Kevin paused mid-step and then practically cursed himself. He had been so eager to see Edd that he didn't think about the ice rink being cold. He was in a simple t-shirt and jeans, nothing at all fancy. However he would probably be buying some jersey for him and Edd... wait Edd in a jersey? Kevin really didn't need that image while he was still over at his house! Why must his imagination betray him at every waking moment? "It's fine, we can stop by my place so I can grab one." Kevin shrugged casually, still hiding the fact he now has two very interesting images of Edd swirling around in his head.
Kevin started out towards his house, Edd was right beside him, babbling on about how excited he was for the date. Though Kevin would have to explain the rules and things to him. Edd had read a bit on it but he would much rather see it first hand and understand it in real time. Kevin couldn't help but find this at least a bit charming. Edd had researched for their date, how cute was that? Kevin walked in, not paying any mind to the fact he didn't technically invite Edd to follow, just expecting him to. This however gained some mixed signals. He stammered a moment, the brunette staring into the house he has never seen the interior to. Slowly he stepped through the threshold, slipping his shoes off at the door as he would always do in his own home. Kevin shook his head, but wouldn't stop him. Wahever made Edd comfortable he guessed.
The home was very much lived in, nothing like the show-house aesthetic that Edd had in his own. There may be a few things strewn about, such as a blanket laying across the sofa. Yet it wasn't messy either. Just homely. Kevin motioned for Edd to follow him through the living room and past the kitchen. There was a woman standing in the kitchen, her back was turned to them. She didn't even flinch or attempt to turn before her voice rang out over the running of water. Her feet planted in front of the sink, she had bright red hair much like Kevin's but that was all Edd could make of her.
"Kevin, you know you are suppose to tell me before you have guests over." She said in a tone that could only be described as teasing. Kevin could see Edd tense in the corner of his eye. The brunette was never good with meeting new people, let alone parental figures. Despite their growing age Edd still had quite the worry with authoritarian socializing. He gave an almost forced nervous smile as she turned to face them. Her eyes were a soft hazel, almost grey. Her skin was pale and covered with freckles much like Kevin, though he got more sun with his sports activities.
"Don't worry mom, I'm just here to grab a jacket and then we will be out of your hair." Kevin said this lightheartedly. It was a kind sort of teasing tone that Edd would never take with his own parents. Edd just stared between them before those gery eyes settled on him, giving the brunette a once over she smiled sweetly.
"Aren't you going to at least introduce your new friend here?" She said this with the same tone back, pulling away from her cleaning to walk herself around the island and to the kitchen doorway, much closer to the pair. She seemed to be challenging, or in reality encouraging, Edd to introduce himself. The brunette was a bit choked up a moment, he rubbed the back of his head and cleared his throat.
"My name is Edward Johnson, it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance Mrs. Barr." He spoke almost more formally than Kevin had ever heard from him, if he didn't know any better it was like Edd was meeting with a boss or some teacher. This gained a soft smile from the woman.
"Likewise Mr. Johnson" Mrs. Barr teased a bit. "Come now there is no reason to be formal! You are Kevin's friend after all. You can call me Barbara, or Barb for short if you like." She said happily as she nodded to him. "Where are you two headed anyway?" Edward shifted his weight between his feet, he was unsure if Kevin had told his parents that he was dating anyone, or if he should just say they were going out. He stammered for a while before Kevin spoke up.
"We are going to see a hokey game, come on Double D. We are going to be late." Kevin said practically pulling Edd out of the situation by his hand. Though Mrs. Barr was quick to note the two's fingers intertwined. A mother always knows when something is amiss. Especially the fact that Kevin had allowed Edd to hold his football jacket. Kevin loved that thing and lately he hadn't been wearing it. Mrs. Barr had a sinking suspicion with the two. Though before she could voice it the duo were at Kevin's door, slipping in without another word.