Because of the dance there was no hockey practice that night, which usually was the only time of day that Matthew saw Ivan. Sometimes he would see him just in passing while walking around in the hallway. So Matthew had to search him out, he found him at his locker. "Hey Ivan I've been looking for you all day. I wanted to ask you something." He called out. Ivan shoved a book into his bag before he looked up at him.

He closed his locker door. "What is it Matthew?" He asked slipping the bag over one shoulder.

"Homecoming is tonight and I wanted to know if you were already going with someone or not." Matthew said, he would have asked earlier this week but the topic never came up and he simply kept forgetting. Ivan stared at him, he looked surprised but it faded into a smile.

"I was going to take my little sister but she found a date. I'm free to go with you if that's what you are asking." He kept smiling. Matthew smiled back, glad that he wasn't going alone. "I'll pick you up at eight, dinner on me. My treat." Ivan said and they walked towards the door.

Matthew and Ivan talked for a bit about which restaurant they wanted to go to. Matthew had to take the buss so he and Ivan had to part ways. "I'll see you at eight." He said and waved. Ivan waved back and smirked. Matthew had to run so he wouldn't miss his buss. He took a seat in the back and everyone was yelling about the dance, what color their dresses were, where they were going out to eat, the D.J.

Mrs. Williams was watching the Tv a bottle of nail polish on the coffee table. She had cotton balls between her toes. "Oh hey Matthew, you look happy." She said. She had the brush between her fingers, she place it back in the bottle to talk with him. "Did you find someone to go with you?"

He nodded and sat in the lazy boy chair. Alfred came running in. He threw his bag to the floor and kicked off his shoes. He ran over to the couch and flipped himself over taking the spot next to his mother. "Mom you won't believe what happen today! Lovi has a crush on one of the student teachers and he was trying to be all flirty, key word is 'trying', and this guy was so clueless that you could hit him over the head with a baseball bat that read 'he likes you' and still not get it. Its the funniest thing ever, and its even funnier because at first I thought he was just pretending not to get it but he honestly doesn't." He said talking as fast as he could.

She laughed softly and went back to painting her nails. "So does that mean you two are going to the dance together." She asked. Alfred nodded his head.

"Yeah we're car pooling with Feliciano and Ludwig. Gilbert and Liz are going together, I think her dad is driving them. Oh could you take Lovi and I to the dance, can I barrow some money for dinner?" Alfred asked and she let out a sigh and pointed towards her purse. Alfred spung to his feet and dug out her wallet. He thanked her and ran upstairs to go shower before the dance.

"Matthew do you need money for dinner."

"No, Ivan is getting it for us, I do need money for a ticket but dad told me he would give it to me when he gets home so you don't have to worry about it." He got up and went upstairs to get his clothes around for the dance. He laid them out on his bed and wondered if Gilbert would be mad about him hanging with Ivan. Matthew quickly forced himself to not think about it, he was allowed to have other friends besides Gilbert. He sighed and took the shower once Alfred was out.

He got dressed and finished doing his hair which Alfred playfully teased him for. It wasn't his fault he had wavy hair that frizzed if it air dried and needed a bit of hair spray to tame the fly aways, it as all genetics fault. So Matthew in return teased Alfred for his stupid looking cowlick (that looked like he had tried to flatten using vast amounts of hair gel). He went down stairs, Lovino was sitting on the couch his legs and arms crossed and he made small talk with Mr and Mrs. Williams.

Mrs. Williams ran to her room to grab her camera. "Matthew when will Ivan be here, I would love to get some pictures of you all together." She asked after snapping a couple of them just on their own and of Alfred with Lovino.

"Eight. He should be here really soon." he said and sat in front of the window. He wished that he would hurry up so he wouldn't have to keep posing and smiling all big for these pictures that over half would never see the light of day. Ivan's car pulled into the driveway and Matthew ran to open the front door for him. "Libby wants to take a few pictures before we leave." He told him when he reached the door. Ivan walked inside and shook hands with his father and step-mother.

He was very polite, trying his best to leave a good first impression and was more then happy to stop and pose for a couple pictures. Once the photo taking was done Mrs. Williams drove Alfred and Lovino and Matthew got in the car with Ivan. Matthew had him avoid the same restaurant as his new step-brother, the last thing he wanted was to hear more of Alfred's teasing, even if it was totally harmless.

Ivan took him to a small Italian restaurant that wasn't to busy despite everyone going out to eat before the dance. They were seated instantly and given bread and water to start of their meal. "I am glad you asked me to the dance. You are very good player and I have been waiting to spend time with you off the ice." Ivan said taking his glass and taking a small drink.

"I still need some work but I have you helping me out so I should be ready for the first game of the year in no time." Matthew said back, he couldn't wait for their first game, it was only a couple weeks away. The waiter came and took their order, before he left he refilled the bread.

"You will dominate, trust me, other team doesn't stand a chance." Ivan complimented and Matthew felt his cheeks go pink a bit. He tried to stay modest but Ivan only complimented him further. "You are very good and a down right killer, yet you still have all your real teeth." Ivan joked and Matthew laughed. Losing teeth in hockey is something that just sort of happens. You can wear the helmets and the mouth guards but during a fight those thing cn fall off and once their off they can't protect against a stick or a fist.

"How do you know my teeth are real. They all could be fake, every last one, and you would never know." Matthew teased back and Ivan gave a laugh.

"You are right. But real or fake it does not matter for your smile is pretty anyways." Ivan said and Matthew instantly blushed and he could feel his heart jump. He whispered a quiet thank you and looked down, fidgeting with his silverware. Ivan gave a small laugh and set his elbows on the table so he could rest his chin on top of his hands. "Our food is here." Ivan said and Matthew looked up, he was starving and needed an excuse not to say anything.

They ate and talked a bit more. Ivan didn't say anything that came off as being flirty after that so Matthew relaxed and enjoyed dinner. Ivan paid and left their waiter a small tip before standing up to leave. The dance had already started by the time they arrived. Matthew and Ivan bought their tickets to get in there. The dance was set up in the lunch room, the tables were being used to block off hall ways so students couldn't use empty class rooms for things other then learning about school things. The D.J was playing hit song from the radio while having a bunch of flashing lights and lasers going on. One girl had to leave because they were triggering her seizes.

There was a huge cluster of people in the very center of the floor. The only difference between it and a orgy was the fact that people had clothes on. Matthew cringed a bit when he saw his step-brother grinding on some girl in a short blue dress. He looked around and found Gilbert with Elizaveta dancing to themselves off in a corner. Even though the song was a fast paced one the two of them were slow dancing. Gilbert had his arm on her waist, holding her real close.

Ivan grabbed him by his hand and pointed to the other side of the room. "There is no one over there." he said and began to walk there with him. Gilbert had spotted them and he stopped dancing just to stare. He went to go confront Ivan but a hand pressed on his chest and his eyes locked with Elizaveta.

"Gil don't! You can kick his ass later when he isn't with Matthew, clearly he's having a good time so there's no need to worry. Now calm your tits and dance with me." She took his hand and forcefully placed it back on her waist. With a smirk she wrapped her arms around his shoulders and gave him one quick kiss on the lips. "See isn't that a lot better then a fist to your eye."

Matthew and Ivan stood off to the sides before awkwardly dancing together when out of no where a slow song started to play. It threw the big grinding dance orgy in the center off for just a second before they returned to pressing and rubbing against each other. Ivan took Matthew by the hand and waist and began to dance with him like Gilbert was dancing with Elizaveta. Matthew was glad that the only lights was the flashing rainbow ones because his whole face had turned red.

They swagged slowly back and forth, the whole time Ivan stared at him with a soft smile. Matthew's heart was pounding like crazy and he didn't understand why he was so nervous but then Ivan leaned in. Matthew didn't pull away or shove Ivan away, he just closed his eyes and let the kiss happen. It was very soft and warm but it did last very long as Ivan leaned away. He was blushing aw well but it was hard to see. "I hope I crossed no lines. I like you very much and I would like to see you more, more then when we're playing hockey."

Matthew didn't get the chance to answer. Gilbert moved between him and Ivan, he punched him with yelling a word. Elizaveta was stomping over to him to try and brake things apart but Ludwig held her back, he didn't want her to try and get between two rather muscular angry fighting teenagers. Ivan punched back with enough force to knock Gilbert down. "You guys stop it!" Matthew and Elizaveta yelled.

Gilbert kicked Ivan in the legs knocking him down. It wasn't long until the two were rolling across the dance floor, punching and kicking and even biting. People who didn't move ran the risk of getting hit or plowed over. A freshman ran and got the teachers to pull them a part. They struggled to hold them back. "Let go of me! He forcefully kissed my friend so I'm gonna kick his ass, you can't fucking stop me." Gilbert yelled kicking his legs around.

"He didn't force me to do anything Gil! Please stop and listen to me. I let him!" Matthew yelled balling his fists up. Gilbert froze. "You misunderstood...I...I let him kiss me okay. I'm fine." Now that he was no longer kicking or struggling the teachers were able to get him outside. Ivan was kicked out of the dance as well and Matthew followed him. Gilbert had already got in his car and too off by the time Matthew made it outside.

Upset by the whole ordeal Matthew avoided any form of talking as Ivan drove him home. Ivan parked outside his house. "I am sorry about tonight."

"It wasn't your fault, he started it..."

"Yes but I still I should not have fought with him the way I did...please give me a second chance. Tomorrow, let me take you out again." He said, taking Matthew's hand in his. Matthew was hesitant to say anything, he couldn't stop thinking about how Gilbert went after Ivan. There was more then just not getting along between them, there was something more personal going on. Ivan gave his hand a squeeze. Matthew bit his lower lip, his heart beating quick. "Just one date and if after that you don't want to go out further, I'll drop the subject and return to just being your friend and captain.

"Ivan going out with you was never my intention...but...alright just one date." Matthew said, he had no idea why he agreed, it would really piss Gilbert off. Ivan smiled and leaned in to kiss him again. It was light and soft like the last time, Ivan cupped the side of his face running his fingers into Matthew's hair. Matthew pulled back and got out of the car, he went inside and climbed the stairs to his room. He flopped face first onto his bed and grunted. He would go on this one date then explain to Ivan that he just wanted to be friends.

Grunting he rolled off his bed to get chanced into something more comfortable. He brushed his teeth repeatedly and gargled with mouth wash. He went back to his room and crawled into his bed, smothering himself with his pillow.

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Alfred and Lovino got bored of dancing after awhile and went outside. There was a couple students just outside the door, smoking a cigarette, behind the trash cans were a couple other students passing around a joint. Lovino went down into the ditch and pulled out a couple bottles of wine. "See I told you they would still be here." He said crawling out. He handed the bottles over to Alfred and the two of them sat down in the parking lot.

"Why did you get wine, it so gross." Alfred whined and opened the bottle, he took the first drink before handing it to Lovino. Lovino rolled his eyes and brought the drink to his lips.

"Its the only thing my grandpa drinks, your lucky he doesn't notice if a bottle or two go missing. Next time you can get the drinks if you're gonna be so damn picky." He told him and took another drink before handing it back to him. He laid on his back and moaned. "I fucking hate life. That bastard is such a idiot." Lovino complained and held out his hand making a grabbing motion for the bottle.

Alfred took a drink and held it just outside his reach, giggling. Lovino sat up and snatched it from him with a glare. He then chugged half the bottle down and stuck his tongue out at him. Alfred laughed again. "Why don't you just give up. Their student teachers after all and we're just freshmen, they aren't going to notice us." Alfred said and frowned. Lovino leaned against his shoulder sighing and holding the bottle down at his side.

"I know I should but I don't want to. He's just so fucking nice and cute, his ass will be mine, I don't care if its stupid." Lovino said, his cheeks were starting to glow red. He sighed and took another drink. "Say...Al...if we're still virgins by college we should just fuck each other. And if we're still single and alone by forty we should hook up, that way we won't be lonely. I don't want to be lonely." He whined and whimpered. Alfred took the bottle from him and took a drink and giggled a bit more.

"Its a promise then, so how do we seal the deal? I'm not about to cut my hand and yours and press them together like in that one movie. Shit I forgot the name, but that's what they did then the bastard went and got married and she let them have their song or something like that."

"Idiot we can just shake hands on it like normal fucking people." Lovino snapped taking the bottle from him and finishing it off. Alfred smirked and gave him a playful shove.

"Normal people don't make promises like this Lovi. I say we kiss on it." Alfred whispered into his ear and Lovino choked on his wine and began coughing. Alfred could see that the top of his ears were all red.

Lovino shook his head. "shaking hand will be fine!" He yelled and Alfred began to laugh again.

"How will you be able to sleep with me if you can't even kiss me. God you're so adorable and shy sometimes, maybe that's how you'll get Antoino's attention. I mean how can he not like you once he gets to know you, to bad you'll be to scared to ever kiss him."

"You can be so annoying Al! I'm not scared and I'm not being shy!" He yelled and Alfred rolled his eyes and opened the other bottle handing it to him. Lovino took a drink and grabbed Alfred by the collar of his shirt and kissed him. Alfred kissed him right back, he was almost smiling into it. "There now you can't back out. A deal is a deal and I'll be keeping you to it boy scout." Lovino said.

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I'm really conflicted on how to go about Lovino and Alfred's part of the story. One part of me wants them with each other while another part of me doesn't. And I've been trying to think of a really good reason for Gilbert and Ivan to hate each other in this AU, but I can't.

Well please review and share your thoughts on the matter, it might help to hear from an outside eye looking in.