Chapter 3

"Tables Turned"

Edd's POV

I stood outside of the pool locker rooms for an extra 10 minute, waiting for that dork. I started to get really impatient as minutes started passing. 'If he had the nerve to blow ME off, he has another thing coming.' I shook my head, realizing what I was just thinking. There is honestly nothing wrong with him. I can't ever keep his eyes off of him when he's around me, or when he is changing in the locker room. I've always wanted to be close to the dork, but I can't let anyone really know that. Why is that? I mean, everyone at Peach Creek know's that I'm out of the closet, but still no one would ever dare to run their pathetic mouths to me.

There's just something about him that drives me crazy. Could it be his fragile physique? I can easily take control over him, which I love being in control. Could it be his eyes? Those piercing emerald eyes can make anyone weak in their knees. I find myself drooling over every single part of him. I was so lost in my thoughts about Kevin, I didn't even hear him open the door and walk up beside me.

"Uh.. Eddward?" I jumped, due to him startling me. I didn't realize this until it was too late. I had a hard on. Due to my thinking of Kevin bending over for me. I smirked at that last thought and saw his eyes dart to my pants.

"Like what you see, pum'kin?" I leaned closer to him knowing I reeked of cigarettes. He moved his head to the left away from my face.

"What did you need to talk to me about? I don't have a lot of time…." He looked at his watch, making it seem like he actually had somewhere he needed to be. It's a friday for God's sake. He doesn't have plans.

"Well, that's too bad for you pum'kin." I pressed him against the wall, pressing my knee against his crotch. I saw his lip quiver, which drove me crazy.

"Eddward, pl-please stop this…" He pressed his hands against my chest, trying to push me away. I pressed my knee tighter against him, which caused him to moan in pain.

"Not a chance, pumpkin. You wanna know something?" I leaned in against his ear, softly nipping at it and whispering, "I've always had a thing for you. And I won't deny myself anymore." My hands trailed down the sides of his body and I smiled to myself.

"I don't..see you like that. I'm not….a homosexual.." I felt heat rise up into my face, causing my face to flush. I couldn't let him see me be embarrassed like this. For a second, I thought about throwing him into the pool, but something stopped me. I can't intimidate him, because I know nothing good would come from it. My grip on him loosened, and I took a few steps back. I stared at him, up and down. I couldn't bring myself to say anything. I was honestly at a loss for words. It was the first time ANYONE has ever denied me..

Kevin let out a sigh of relief. "Besides.. I kind of like someone else." Kevin could immediately tell he shouldn't have opened his mouth. I narrowed my eyes and walked closer to him. He started to shake and sank against the wall.

"Who the fuck is it?!" I slammed my hands on the wall, his head in between my arms. He jumped at the loudness of my voice. I have never screamed like this, at anyone.

"Yo-you don't the person… I'm so-sorry.. I have to go. Please can you let me go….?" Why must he ask me permission to leave? Oh that's right, I'm scaring the living shit out of him on a daily basis.

"Hell no." I leaned closer to him, our noses barely touching. "No one will take you from me." I leaned closer to kiss him, but he moved his head so I kissed his cheek. For some reason, I couldn't help but smile. "Please, can I kiss you?"

He stared at me, then shook his head. I honestly, felt a slight pain in my stomach. I didn't want to look hurt, so I turned it into anger.

I pushed him hard against the wall roughly. I grabbed his face in my hand and rightfully took my kiss from him. I was letting him leave, but not without a blow to the stomach. He fell to the wet pool ground, cringing and shaking. I just stared with my mouth slightly open, not realizing how much I've hurt him. All I found myself doing was walking away from him. Leaving him there, quivering in pain. What the hell is wrong with me?

Kevin's POV

'What does someone even where to a rock show?' I thought to myself, looking into my closet. I can't figure out anything to where, and I have to leave in about three hours. But it takes 37 minutes to get to the venue, so I have to leave in approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. Since I was still contemplating on what to wear, I decided to research "Rock shows."

All that I can gather from this is that people wear black tee shirts and black jeans and have permanent marks on their skin. Why would someone ever do that to themselves?! Permanently mark themselves?! THATS FOR LIFE! I once again rummaged through my clothes and could not find anything that would be good enough to wear to this show. All I could find was a pair of slim fit jeans. 'Maybe that'll work…'

I went through all of my tee shirts and was finally able to find a dark grey shirt. The only problem? It had the deoxyribonucleic acid portrayed picture on it. 'Whatever, i'll just wear it.' I grabbed my clothes and headed for the shower.

As I was washing myself, the scene from yesterday with Eddward kept replaying in my head. I can't believe he pretty much confessed his love for me… I'm still in shock.. I don't even know what to think of it. 'I know for a fact that I don't like boys..' My thoughts stopped there.

Could I possibly be attracted to guys? Or Eddward…? I wanted to put myself to the test, so to speak. I sat down in my shower and closed my eyes, letting the water run down my face. I started to imagine Eddward, when he had his hands on my body…his knee pressing up against me in a way that shouldn't have given me shivers, but it did. I smirked to myself thinking about what I saw when I looked at his pants. My eyes shot open, realizing everything that I was thinking. I looked down at my waist and blushed, I couldn't believe it. I was completely turned on by the thought of Eddward touching me. Why am I thinking like this?

I quickly rinsed myself off and jumped out of the shower, wanting time to go by faster so I could see Bella. 'Bella…' I thought to myself. 'God, she is breathtakingly beautiful.' Sure, I've found numerous girls attractive, but there's something different about her. Was it because she actually gave me a chance and got to know me? Possibly… That could be why I have a slight crush on her.

I started getting dressed, pulling on my boxers, jeans, and this ridiculous t-shirt. I stared at myself in the mirror, thinking of what to do with my appearance. I decided to put in contacts and throw some gel into my hair. I made my hair look a little messy and smiled to myself. At least I look a little better. The DNA shirt doesn't do me justice though.

My phone buzzed against the counter and i looked at it to see Bella texting me.

'Hey, you should leave early and help us set up! u'll be able to get backstage with us too! :)'

I smiled, thinking that would be fun.

'Sure thing. I'll leave in ten.'

I grabbed my jacket, keys and the ticket and ran out to my car. As I was getting in, I saw out of my mirror Eddward. He was wiping down his motorcycle. He was shirtless, and wearing very tight pants, showing off any kind of muscle you could see. I couldn't help but stare, then I noticed he looked up and stood straight up, facing my direction. He put the rag in his back pocket and started to jog across the street. 'Oh no..'

I put the keys in the ignition and started to reverse when Eddward appeared behind my car. "Dammit.." I mumbled to myself. I put the car in park and waited for him to come to my window.

"Where are you off to pum'kin?" He leaned into the car and stared at me, blinking his eyes a lot. "You look different without your glasses.." I looked at my hands and mumbled a soft "thanks."

"I know where you're going. You're going to that girls concert, aren't you?" I looked up at him, raising an eyebrow.

"How'd you know that?" He smiled and looked at my outfit.

"You're wearing skinny jeans and dark clothes. And she also invited me. I can't believe i actually bought a ticket." He wiped some sweat from his cheek. Holy, jesus. I couldn't take my eyes off of him now. "I don't even want to go."

I started to imagine him sweating all over. "Well.. you should go."

"And why's that, pum'kin?" He smiled at me, showing that little gap between his teeth.

I wanted to say, 'because I'm going to be there.' But all I could mutter out was, "You already spent money on a ticket, so why not just go and enjoy some easy going music?"

He laughed at me and kneeled down so he was eye level with me. "Easy going? You've obviously never have been to a rock concert before. And I'm good on that." He stood back up and started to walk away. "Au revoir pumpkin. Have fun."

Once he made his way back into his garage, I felt like I could finally breath again. I finally started the car again and pulled out, making sure not to look at Eddward as I drove away.

When I pulled up to the venue, loud music already filled my ears. I couldn't believe how loud it was! It must be an outside show. I drove around the parking lot looking for orange hair. It's so easy to spot Bella with that hair, bless her for that. I noticed a few people unpacking a small trailer filled with instruments and equipment. Then from the side, orange hair appeared. I quickly found a parking spot and ran over to assist them.

"Hey, Bella!" I called out. She turned toward me and I melted.

"Hey! Oh wow, look at you!" She smiled and walked over to me, hugging me tightly. I honestly didn't want to let her go.

"So, what would you like help with?" I put my hands in my pockets and waited for her orders.

"Well, you can take my keyboard and it's stand in. We pretty much have everything else taken care of." She started handing me a bunch of metal poles and finally, a fairly large keyboard. I didn't think I'd have the strength for this, but I did not want Bella to see how much of a wimp I was.

I followed her inside. The music was blaring. I was surprised by the loudness of it, and it was a smaller venue than I originally thought it would be. There was a dance floor, a stage near the back of the place, and a bar right where we walked inside. Bella led me to a dressing room/backstage area. I set her keyboard gently down, along with the poles to her stand. She set down the guitars she was carrying and let out a sigh.

"Geez, i forgot how heavy basses are." She rubbed the back of her arms and smiled. "I'm so glad you came! And you look so good in jeans!" She gave me another hug, and this time I held her longer. She ended up resting her head on my shoulder and I could feel her smile. I rubbed her back a little and let her go. She pulled away and smiled at me.

"I'm going to change really quick. Be right back!"

"Oh, okay." Change? I already liked what she was wearing. She had on a pale peach dress with brownish pants and a cute white sweater, with her hair up in a pony tail. I decided to sit down and look through my phone. I pretended like to do something interesting, but I was just looking through old photos. My phone buzzed and i received a text from a number I didn't recognize.

'How's the show, pumpkin?'

I felt my heart drop to my stomach.

'How did you get my number?'

'That's not important. I just wanted to know if the show was worth coming to check out.'

I was about to reply, but he sent another text.

'I just wanted to see you, honestly.'

My stomach twisted in knots. I closed the message and put my phone away. How on earth did Eddward get my phone number? I surely did not exchange numbers with him. I sank back into the seat I was sitting in. It wasn't very comfortable, more lumpy in fact.

Bella soon came out of the bathroom and my mouth dropped. She was dressed head to toe in black. She had on a black tank top with human skeletal hands covering where her um, breasts were. She had on lacy leggings and black boots. I never would've guessed, but she had two piercings in her bottom lip, and through her nose. Up and down her right arm were tattoos, and also down her left leg. I was in complete shock, not realizing everything that was hidden under her clothes.

"Uh..wow." That was all I was able to mutter out. She giggled and set her other clothes in a bag. She came closer and my eyes immediately went to her tattoos. "Those are really pretty.." I disregarded what I said before about the tattoos i saw while i was researching.

"Why thank you!" She came over and leaned down, showing me her arm. There were skulls and roses everywhere, all in color. There was a quote wrapping around her arm. She noticed me trying to read it. "It says 'From the ashes a fire shall be woken, a light from the shadows shall spring." I smiled, knowing exactly what that quote was from.

"That's a wonderful book, you know?" I smiled again and looked in her eyes. We stared at each other for few seconds until I blushed, which caused Bella to blush.

"I'm gonna, um, warm up my voice a little since we go on in about an hour." She started to walk away and i grabbed her wrist.

"You can, uh.. practice with me if you'd like." I gave her a half smile and slowly pulled her hand away.

"Alright, I'll take you up on that offer." She sat down and started to sing a song. I could feel myself melt at her voice. I couldn't wait to actually hear her perform.