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Homecoming Week
Friday
"What is that?" Zed mumbled groggily as he slowly woke up, no longer able to ignore the incessant banging sound echoing through the house.
"Hmmm?" Addison asked still mostly asleep?
"That banging..." he said with a yawn, noticing that a buzzing sound was accompanying it. "Ad, your phone is vibrating too," Zed said gently nudging the beautiful naked girl in his arms. "mmm...I could really get used to waking up to this view."
"I couldn't agree more," she said kissing him sleepily. "I should probably answer that, and why does that sound like knocking? It's 6:00 in the morning" glancing at her bedside clock, Addison reached over Zed to grab her phone, her chest in front of his face.
"Definitely loving the view," Zed mumbled as he kissed her breasts, earning a giggle from her.
"Why is Bucky calling?" Addison asked aloud as she sat up. She hit the answer button. "You better have a good reason for calling this early Buster."
"If you would answer your door I wouldn't have to call."
"You're here?! Give me a minute. I'm coming down" Addison hung up on him tossing her phone onto the bed. "He better have a damn good.." Zed cut her off with a heated kiss and pulled her back down.
"Ignore him. He should be at Eliza's waking her up," he said as he hitched her leg up over his and began to lazily trail kisses down her neck.
Addison let out a soft moan as she felt his arousal pressed hard against her.
Her phone started buzzing again, and the knocking got louder.
"Ugh! He is so infuriating." Addison nearly shouted. "I have to let him in or he's just going to keep this up."
"I'll get the door. You take your time and get dressed" Zed kissed the top of her head and retrieved his discarded pajama pants from the floor.
The banging grew louder as Zed walked down the stairs. Reaching the door, he took a deep cleansing breath before opening it.
"You have seriously upset two of the three most important women in my life, and if I find out you did something to upset Zoey, your dead."
Bucky's eyes grew wide at the sight of the shirtless, angry zombie that greeted him at the door.
"Zzzz...Zed, buddy! Wha...What are you doing here!" Bucky stuttered out, his voice rising a few octaves.
"Get in here before it starts raining," Zed said as he glanced towards the dark clouds in the sky.
"Where are my Aunt and Uncle?"
"Not here."
"Where's my cousin?"
"Upstairs."
"Well can I go up and talk to her?"
"No"
"Ooookay. Can she come down here?"
"She'll be down when she's ready." Zed rolled his eyes as he made his way to the kitchen to make breakfast. "Start talking Bucky. I'm starting to feel like maybe my z-band isn't quite working right," Zed said menacingly, flexing his arms around himself.
Bucky blanched at the memory of the last time Zed's Z-band went offline. "Look, I'm sorry I came by so early, but I need Addie's help. And with it being homecoming, I need the help fast."
"Soooo. My favorite cousin FINALLY decides to grace us with a phone call AND a visit all in the same morning after over a month of silence!" Addison said overly sweet walking down the stairs "Can I have a hug?" she added with a smile.
Looking a little relieved, Bucky moved in for a hug, only to be met with one hell of a low kick.
"Oh, that was priceless!" Zed laughed as Bucky curled into a ball on the floor.
"Yeah, I deserved that." Bucky coughed out. "I also deserve whatever I've got coming from Eliza, but I really hope it doesn't involve swiping left."
"So, to what do we owe the pleasure?" Addison asked as Bucky pulled himself up to the kitchen table.
"I need help, Addie."
"Breakfast," Zed interrupted as he placed a bowl of yogurt and granola in front of her at the table and kissed the top of her head.
"Thanks, Z," Addison replied with a soft smile.
"I'm going to get ready for school," Zed added as he grabbed 4 slices of cold pizza out of the refrigerator, earning him a questioning glance from Addison. "What? I'm starving." He said with a shrug, heading up the stairs.
"Well, you two look awfully cozy this morning. I'm going to take a guess that Aunt Missy and Uncle Dale have no clue that he's here." Bucky said as he made two cups of coffee and helped himself to an orange.
Addison rolled her eyes at him, "What do you need help with cuz? And don't think you can butter me up with coffee." she said as she took a sip, smiling as the caffeine hit her lips.
"Look, I know everyone thinks I've been ignoring them and have been this colossal jerk lately, and I totally deserve it. But the truth is...I've been too ashamed to talk to anyone."
"Bucky, what's wrong?"
"I was...I...I got kicked off the squad."
"No!" Addison gasped.
"I know right? I'm a cheer god! How does something like this even happen? To me?!"
"Okay, start from the beginning."
"Everything was fine, I was awesome. And then a few weeks in the captain calls me in for a meeting. I'm thinking that they are obviously going to make me an assistant captain, I mean, I'm cheertastic, why wouldn't they, right? Anyway, she starts droning on and on about how I'm not a team player and that I'm too full of myself and that if I really loved cheering I would do what's best for the squad and not for myself." Bucky scoffed. "I mean, can you believe that?"
"Actually, I kind of can."
"Look, I know the captain was right. I wasn't being a team player and I was trying to make it about me. I know that. I've had over a month to go over it over and over again. But, I'm ashamed. And I don't know how to face anyone in Seabrook now. Especially Eliza." he said in a small voice. "Homecoming last year was embarrassing enough, but at least then I knew who I was and had the confidence to get past it. Addie, I'm a cheerleader. That's all I've ever been. And I've always been the best. And, now I'm not. What do I do?" Bucky was so distracted that he hadn't noticed the sound of the front door opening or the sounds of footsteps approaching.
"What do you think Eliza would tell you to do?" Addison asked with a smile.
Bucky sat up and smiled. "She'd probably insult me first. Call me 'Glitter Cheerstein' or something equally adorable that only she could pull off. Then she'd probably tell me to stop moping around, stand up for what I believe in and work my ass off to make it happen."
"Damn right that's what I would tell you Perky McSpirit Fingers" Eliza said from behind him, finally making her presence known.
"Eliza!" Bucky exclaimed almost falling out of his chair to get to her."How? When?" he stuttered out.
"Addison called when you showed up. Asked if it would be okay if she showed off her low kick skills." Eliza said with a shrug.
"She showed them off alright," Bucky said readjusting himself and cringing at the painful memory.
"Thank you for that." Eliza hugged her friend.
"Anytime" Addison responded hugging Eliza back. "I think you two have a lot to talk about. I'm going to head upstairs and get my stuff for school," she said with a smile.
Eliza mouthed a silent "Thank you" to her as she walked out.
"I am so, so sorry baby," Bucky said as he looked at Eliza.
"I know you are."
"How much of all of that did you overhear?"
"Enough to know that you don't need me to beat you up any more than you've already done to yourself. Bucky, why didn't you tell me?"
"I was worried you would think less of me. Realize I wasn't as awesome as you thought."
Eliza gave him a look. "I would never think less of you for that. What I would think less of you for is cutting me off. We're supposed to be a team. Just like you need to be a 'team player' for the squad, you need to be a 'team player' with us." she said with a sigh. "I have spent the last month trying to figure out what I did wrong."
"Eliza, I can't apologize enough. I wanted to call you. I wanted to show up at your door. I just, I didn't know what to say."
"I know," she said as she pulled him in for a hug.
"I know I messed up. I know I have a lot to make up for, but please tell me we going to be okay?" Bucky asked looking up at her with a pout and big puppy dog eyes.
"We'll be okay if you stop looking at me like that," she said with a scoff.
Laughing silently to himself, Bucky smiled. "Deal." closing the gap between them, he kissed her lips softly. "I love you, Eliza."
"I love you too. But I swear, if you ever do something like this again, I will hack my band."
"I know," he said with a chuckle. A loud thud was suddenly heard from upstairs, causing them both to look towards the ceiling.
"We should probably leave before we hear a lot more," Eliza said rolling her eyes.
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When Addison walked into her room she heard the sounds of the shower coming from the en-suite. Memories of last night rushed back to her, causing a warm flush to spread through her body. By the time the shower turned off a few moments later, Addison was a panting mess. When the bathroom door opened revealing a towel-clad Zed, her heart began to pound.
Before Zed could say a word, he found himself pushed against the bathroom door, causing it to slam shut behind him. Her soft lips crashed against his. The initial shock quickly subsided as he opened his mouth to deepen the kiss.
Addison let out a soft moan as she felt his long fingers press against her spine, pulling her body even closer, pressing her breasts tightly against his chest. She lost all awareness of her cousin and Eliza downstairs. Nothing mattered but the zombie in her arms, kissing her like his very existence depended on it.
A low growl came from deep in Zed's chest as his fingers slipped under her bright pink cheer top, sliding up to cup her breast in his hand. She arched into him, silently begging for more.
Her lips never broke contact with his as her hands began to roam across his bare back, loving the feel of his firm muscles
under her touch. She gasped as he thrust his leg between her thighs, the hard evidence of his desire now pressed exactly where she needed it. She shifted against him, delighting in the low growl that tore from his throat.
"Hey! Hate to break up the party up there, but you're going to be late for school!" They heard Bucky shout from somewhere downstairs, instantly snapping them back to reality.
"Guess the curse isn't broken." Zed chuckled hoarsely. Pressing a frustrated kiss on the top of Addison's soft white hair.
"At least we still have tonight," Addison said with a sigh, managing to detangle herself from his arms. "I better let you get dressed. Alone. I can't promise I won't attack you if I'm still in the room." she giggled kissing his cheek and ruffling his still wet hair.
"No complaints here," Zed stated cradling her face and kissing her again.
"Addison!" Bucky shouted again
With an exaggerated sigh, Addison stomped towards the door. "Bucky! I swear! Are you asking for a high kick now?!" She hollered as she walked out.
Amused at his beautiful girlfriend's antics, Zed laughed to himself as he got dressed for school.
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The air in the gymnasium sizzled with anticipation as the entire school gathered for the Homecoming Pep-Rally. The cheerleaders began to chant "Go, Seabrook! Go Mighty Shrimp! Go, Seabrook! Go Mighty Shrimp!"
Principal Lee stood in the center of the gym. With a nod of her head, the cheerleaders quieted down. "Good afternoon everyone! Welcome to the Homecoming Pep Rally! I know we are all very excited for the big game tonight! But first, put your hands together to welcome back last years Homecoming King and Queen, Bucky and Lacey!"
The cheerleaders parted, revealing Bucky and Lacey wearing their homecoming crowns from last year. Taking a deep breath, Bucky plastered a smile on his face and launched into his carefully rehearsed speech.
"Thank you, Principal Lee, for that wonderful introduction. It is so great to be back at Seabrook High! Lacey and I have been honored to reign as Homecoming King and Queen this past year, but sadly our time has come to an end. Tomorrow evening we will be handing down our titles." He turned and smiled at Addison. "But enough about us. Who's ready to give a Mighty Shrimp welcome to our 3 times, soon to be 4 times, undefeated football state champions!" Bucky yelled as the cheerleaders began to chant again, whipping the students into a frenzy.
Zed felt a surge of pride as he straightened out his letterman jacket before leading the football team into the gym. The applause was almost deafening as Zed high-fived Bucky and took the microphone from him.
"Thank you, Bucky. We sure do miss you around here, but I have to say, this year's cheer captain is pretty amazing. Don't you think so guys?" Zed asked the crowd as he started a round of applause for the cheerleaders. Addison blew her boyfriend a kiss before she was tossed into the air. "How's everyone doing today?" Zed asked, the crowd cheering in response. "Who's ready for the game tonight? I know we are!" the crowded gym grew even louder.
Coach stood in the center and took the microphone from him.
"Thank you, everyone. Thank you. I just want to say that I am so proud of this team. We are one game away from a 4th undefeated season. These guys have worked hard and played even harder. And tonight, we are going to kick some serious Eel butt! I don't think eels really have butts, but that's not the point. We're going to win!"
"Thank you, Coach." Principal Lee said, grabbing the microphone from him. "Bucky, Lacey would you two please help me announce this year's homecoming nominees?"
"It would be a pleasure, Principal Lee," Bucky said taking the microphone.
"I'll start with the guys!" Lacey giggled as she took the microphone from Bucky and tossed her blonde ponytail over her shoulder. "Representing the Mighty Shrimp Cheer Squad, Grant!"
"Next, Mighty Shrimp Cornerback, Murphy!" Lacey winked at Murphy, mouthing Call me, as he walked past her. Turning her attention back to the crowd, she took a deep breath.
"I need everyone on their feet for our final nominee. No introductions are needed, but I'm going to do it anyway. Ladies and gentleman, standing at an impressive 6'3, 6'7 if you count the hair, your Senior Class President, and the undefeated Mighty Shrimp Football Team Captain, Zed!" she screamed as the crowd began to chant Zed's name. Bucky gave him a high-five again and Lacey gave him a huge hug as he walked over to take his place next to Grant and Murphy.
"Alright, alright, settle down everyone. It's my turn to introduce the ladies now." Bucky said as he grabbed the microphone back from Lacey.
"First, representing the Mighty Shrimp Cheer Squad, Zara!"
"Next, volleyball team captain and Student Government Treasurer, Samantha!"
"And last, but certainly not least, I am deeply honored to introduce Student Government President, Homecoming Committee co-chair, Captain of the nationally ranked, reigning cheerchampions Mighty Shrimp Cheer Squad, and most importantly...my baby cousin...Addison!" the students in the gym were on their feet again cheering loudly as Addison did a back handspring over to Bucky and gave him a hug before walking over to Zed and snuggling into his side.
"Did you have to hug her?" Addison mumbled under her breath without breaking her smile.
"I was trying to pry her off." Zed chuckled.
Taking center stage once more, Principal Lee asked for a round of applause for all of the nominees before concluding the pep rally. As the crowds began to disperse, Zed leaned over to kiss the top of Addison's head.
"Hey, We've still got time before the game, I think I owe you an anniversary date," Zed said as he wrapped his arms around her.
"I'm pretty sure our anniversary was last month" Addison giggled.
"True, but it's now the anniversary our first proper date."
"You know, I hear Cheery On Top has a new flavor this month"
"Let me guess...vanilla." he deadpanned.
"Ha, ha. Actually, lime sorbet." Addison laughed as she reached up on her tippy toes to ruffle Zed's hair. "Seems like even the most vanilla place in town is pro-Zom"
"Come on, gorgeous. Let's get out of here," he said with a smile as they walked out of the gymnasium.
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The game was tied 24-24. With the play clock winding down, the Mighty Shrimp had just enough time for one final play. The ball was in Zed's hand. He raced down the field spinning around and jumping over players in his way. With one final leap over one of the Eels defensive players, Zed somersaulted into the end zone.
"Touchdown! And the Mighty Shrimp win! Can. You. Be-lieve. It! Another perfect season!" the announcers screamed as the crowd went crazy and began to rush the field.
Zed felt himself being picked up by his teammates. He took off his helmet and held it high in the air as he let out a victorious yell.
"Zed!" Addison yelled trying to make her way over to him.
"Addie!" Zed yelled back as he was set down.
Addison jumped into his arms, wrapping herself around him.
"Zed! You did it!" she yelled loudly over the crowd.
Before Addison could say another word, Zed captured her lips in a passionate kiss. Addison deepened the kiss without a second thought. The kiss was intense and held the promise of everything to come, she couldn't help herself from giving in completely. Zed let out a primal growl as Addison's fingers twined through his green hair, a sound that sent the best kind of shivers through her body. Zed lost himself in the fire he felt from her as she met him, kiss for kiss. Just as Zed's hands began to travel down lower he heard someone loudly clearing their throat, effectively bursting their intimate bubble.
"Um, son...could you put Addison down for a minute?" Zevon asked while covering his young daughter's eyes.
"Sorry, Mr. Zevon," Addison said with an embarrassed giggle as Zed set her back down.
"Sorry Pops," Zed said with an amused look on his face.
"It's okay," Zevon chuckled as he uncovered Zoey's eyes and moved in to give Zed a hug. "Congratulations son, I am so proud of you. That was a great game!"
"Go, Seabrook! Go Big Bro!" Zoey cheered as she hugged onto her brother's waist.
"Thanks, you guys."
"Zed! My boy! You..." Coach shouted as he made his way through the crowd to Zed,"I'm going to miss you next season. You turned this whole thing around." He gave his star player a huge hug.
"Thanks, Coach, I'm going to miss this. Thanks for giving me a chance Freshman year."
"Zed!" Principal Lee yelled up from the crowd, "You were amazing! I have someone that would like to meet you," she motioned to the man standing next to her.
"Zed Necrodopolus, it is a pleasure to meet you." the older gentleman said as he reached out to shake Zed's hand. "My name is Stanley Winters and I'm with Shoreline University. I would love to meet with you and your family to talk about you playing ball for the Stingrays next year."
"Oh my God! Are you serious!" Addison shrieked next to Zed, giving him a hug.
"Mr. Winters, thank you! That would be great. I'd love to be a Stingray!" Zed said shaking his hand again.
"Zevon Necrodopolus, I'm Zed's father. We would love to discuss this opportunity further."
"I'm happy to hear that. I've been following Zed's career for some time and I really believe that he could do great things at Shoreline. I know you guys have a lot of celebrating to do tonight, but here's my card. Please give me a call so we can talk some more." he said as he shook Zevon's hand. Turning to Zed, he patted him on his shoulder pad. "Zed, I look forward to seeing you in blue and gray."
As Mr. Winters walked away, Zed turned to Addison with
wide eyes and a look of shock on his face. "Did that just happen?"
"YES!" she shrieked wrapping her arms around his neck and jumping up and down. Tears of joy springing from her eyes.
"Who's the zombie? I'm the zombie! And this zombie is going to play ball for Shoreline U! Woooooo!" he exclaimed as his friends and family hugged and congratulated him.
"I'm so proud of you, Zed," Addison said holding his face in her hands.
Staring into Addison's crystal blue eyes, Zed felt the rest of the world melting away. He slowly caressed her cheek and lifted her chin up before kissing her lips softly. The kiss was a slow burn igniting a fire in them both. Suddenly, a loud clap of thunder rang out as the skies opened up and rain started to fall. The crowded field quickly began to empty. Addison grabbed Zed's hand and the two ran off the field towards her house.
By the time the two reached the front door, they were both thoroughly soaked. Neither could contain their laughter as Addison fumbled with her wet key and doorknob. After several attempts, she was finally able to get the door unlocked and opened. Their laughter quieted as they both stood looking at each other in the darkened doorway. The air between them charged. Addison launched herself at Zed, kissing him with all the pent-up desire that had been building. He somehow managed to kick the door closed before colliding with the wall. Throwing his helmet, Zed picked her up, reversing their position.
Addison gasped at the impact of his body against hers and being pinned against the wall. His lips kissed down her neck and along her collarbone. Addison's hands slid under his jersey, whimpering when she realized she couldn't get it off. Noticing her frustration, Zed set her down and ripped off his jersey and shoulder pads, tossing them in the opposite direction.
It soon became a race to see who could get the others clothes off the fastest as they made their way to the stairs and up to Addison's bedroom.
Addison turned and pulled his mouth down to hers in a fiery kiss, her arms wrapping tightly around his neck. He reached down to grab her thighs and pulled her up his body as she wrapped her legs around his waist.
Addison hung onto him as her lips devoured his and his hands explored her back. The sensations coursing through her body were making her dizzy and all she could think of was that she wanted more. She moaned as her back hit the bed and Zed's kisses grew more frantic. When he finally pulled away she gasped in a breath as he began planting kisses across her collarbone and down to her breasts. He slid one hand between her thighs.
Addison whimpered at the feel of him hard and pressing against her thigh while his fingers slid deep inside of her. "Zed, more."
"Tell me what you want gorgeous," he breathed against her skin, causing shivers to run through her overheated body.
"You, all of you." she panted as she pulled him up to kiss him deeply. She let out a whimper when he pulled away.
"What are you doing?" Addison asked breathlessly as he left the bed.
"If we're doing this, I'm not leaving anything to chance." He said as he sprinted over to the door and locked it. Addison let out a giggle when Zed pulled her desk chair over and wedged it under the door knob. "Just in case," he said with a laugh. Grabbing one of the small foil packets out of his duffelbag, he joined her on the bed once again.
Feeling bold, Addison pushed him onto his back and grabbed the condom from his hand. Slowly, she ran her fingers across his chest, delighting in his low moans as she leaned down to trail soft kisses down his well toned body. He growled deep in his chest as she unrolled the condom over his hardness. He buried his hands in her soft white hair and pulled her up the length of his body, covering her lips with his in a passionate kiss.
With one smooth move, Zed rolled them over, his hips easing between her thighs. Their kisses slowed and soft whimpers fell from Addison's lips.
When their eyes met, words failed him. All he could do was stare at her flushed and gorgeous face, her crystal blue eyes dark with desire.
"You're beautiful," he rasped out. Slower and softer, their lips met once more. "Are you sure?" Zed asked as he ran his hand down her cheek.
"Yes," she replied as she pulled him closer and kissed him deeply, shifting her hips slightly so they were perfectly aligned.
Slowly he pushed forward, never breaking eye contact with her. Whispering his love for her as he went deeper. Pausing whenever he noticed a trace of discomfort cross her face.
"I'm okay," she breathed. "I love you."
"I love you too, Addie. I just don't want to hurt you." his voice was strained, every muscle in his body was tense from holding back.
Addison sighed as she relaxed a little more, adjusting to the feel of him deep inside her. Slowly she moved her hips up to meet his. Her hands ran up his chest and wrapped around his shoulders, pulling him closer to her.
Their bodies rocked together, slow and steady, neither one able to look away from the other.
Gradually, Addison's touch became more aggressive, needing to feel him more.
"Zed, I'm not going to break" she moaned, nipping his bottom lip and wrapping her legs around his waist.
The small bite caused him to loose the last bit of restraint he was holding on to. His thrusts grew more vigorous with each buck of his hips.
Addison moaned, as she moved her hips to meet his every thrust.
Obeying her whimpers and pleas, he moved harder and faster. Unable to believe the ecstasy that was coursing through his body, he felt himself build to a new high.
Addison screamed out his name as her orgasm hit. Her whole body shook as her inner walls tightened around him, her nails digging into his back.
With one final thrust, he let go, kissing her deeply as he found his release. When Zed finally found the energy to speak, his words came out breathlessly. "Addison, that was..."
"Amazing" she finished for him. Starring deep into his eyes, "I love you Zed"
"I love you too, gorgeous."
AUTHOR'S NOTE (part 2): So that was a little nerve-wracking to write! I hope everyone enjoyed this week's chapter. Please leave me a review letting me know! Also, if anyone has any ideas that they would like to see play out in Zed and Addison's senior year of high school, let me know!