Yippy! FINALLY chapter 15 is here. Man oh man am I exhausted. Staying up till 3am to write can't be good for my noggin. And THANK YOU for your reviews! Seriously they are so helpful and inspiring and help to move the story along. You guys are so freakin' awesome.

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"Kiss me dork." Kevin commanded.

Eddward immediately complied, pressing his lips to the soft mounds of flesh that were Kevin's lips. Strong calloused hands picked the sockhead up from the ground and shoved him back into the cool surface of the pantry door. A cold tremor overcame him, his hand searching wildly for the door handle to hold onto something, his legs locking around his red-headed lover's narrow waist. Evidence of the man's desire prodded at Edd's inner thigh and pushed the hem of his shorts up. The heavy material of Kevin's blue jeans rubbed against his baby soft skin, making the smaller boy quiver with delight.

Edd threw his other arm around the red-head's neck and dragged their faces as close as humanly possible, tongues clashing in a battle for control. His grip on the door handle tightened. His fingers clasped around the door knob with a horrible vengeance, twisting and fondling its smooth silver surface. Kevin's wicked tongue had receded from between Eddward's lips and licked a shiny wet trail along the length of his neck. Between them a fire had ignited, tender flames expanding and exploding in a profusion of color, sights, and smells. Kevin smelled like fresh motor oil and all of Edd's insides melted like ice under a heat lamp.

They gyrated against one another in wild abandon. Their lowered inhibitions opened a door to a lush's wild fantasies, fingers touching and lips praising one another in earnest kisses. Fire danced across Edd's stomach as Kevin's digits groped and kneaded the muscles that clenched in response to the touch. In no time at all Edd found himself down on the kitchen floor. Under ordinary circumstances he would have gone into a tizzy about it. Lying on the floor was an ultimate no-no in his book. Who knows what sort of detestable germs and dust particles had collected down there, but this time around his mind was far too gone in the moment to recognize anything happening around them. All that mattered was the sweet flavor of Kevin's mouth. Oh, and his fingers of course. Eddward lapped each digit that sought entrance into his salivating cavern. His teeth dragged hungrily from knuckle to pad, eating up the salty sweat that had collected on them. What a messy, dirty, filthy man you are Eddward.

"My dirty Double D." Kevin whispered into his ear.

Kevin didn't say much and really there was no need to. Just the delicious look in his eyes left Edd struggling against the muscled Adonis in search of that special feeling. His lower extremities were a bit more than bothered by it. His member strained in his shorts begging to be set free. Soft whimpers and pleading eyes came from the sniffling sockhead. The red-head's velveteen chuckle filled Edd's ears and he flushed the brightest shade of red. Kevin's mouth latched back onto him and Edd's eyes started to roll into the back of his-

Wait a minute. Kevin's doesn't know my childhood nickname.

Like a scratching record Eddward's dream came to terrifying halt. The sockhead's eyes flew open and he yelped, losing his balance and toppling to the floor from the couch. Edd grabbed the back of his throbbing head and inwardly cursed up a g-rated storm. "Ow, ow, ow!" After a good five and a half seconds the immediate pain subsided and Edd glared venomously at the coffee table he hit his head on. Without thinking he knocked his fist into it but missed, colliding the meaty part of his hand with the corner. He reeled back instantly. "Son of a…. P-preacher!" He whimpered, shaking his hand and holding it to his chest.

It was that dream again.

He sighed.

After Kevin had left for work Edd had taken up reading one of the many science fiction novels Kevin had on display on the living room bookshelf and wasn't surprised at all that he had fallen back asleep. What did surprise him, however, was the quality of that sleep. It was deep and dream filled with veils of exhaustion lifting slowly from the cogs of his over worked brain. While it was far from rejuvenating the extra hours had granted Edd enough energy to sit and contemplate on, well, everything. Especially anything that had to do with a certain concupiscent green eyed beauty.

Why did Kevin have to be so… so… Kevin-y?

How many times shall I chastise myself before I realize I am merely repeating the same thing over and over again? The results seem to remain the same and yet here I sit wondering what will be different this time around. That was the definition of insanity.

Yup, he has completely lost his marbles. It was the only logical explanation.

He picked himself up from the floor and moved the coffee table back into place. As he fixed himself a sandwich he thought back to what he and Kevin had discussed that morning. The note pad remained untouched on the kitchen counter and he couldn't help but gaze over it every few minutes. He had gone over the short list of rules at least a dozen times, jotting down notes and questions he planned to extrapolate on later. The heaviest weight on his mind right now was the… he swallowed hard… the proposition.

Eddward was, yet again, hesitant. What was there to be so afraid of? It wasn't as if Kevin had ordered him to be his call boy in exchange for room and board. He merely suggested it with an air of 'whatever you decide I'm cool with' and yet the sockhead continued to shake uncontrollably whenever he tried to give it genuine thought. Perhaps it wasn't fear that was holding him back but rather his guilt and curiosity all wrapped up in one big anxious bubble. He didn't regret having sex with Kevin. It was a wondrous experience that left such an impression on him that Edd was afraid he was losing his mind over it. His remissive attitude lay in just how quickly he nearly said yes. Was his body just that deprived of human contact that even his ever loving brain had to mutiny against all logic and moral?

When Kevin walked out that door Edd had to carve his fingers into the counter to keep himself from going after him. He didn't have to worry about where his spontaneity had gone. It was right there inside waiting to leap out at the worst possible moment. It was maddening! Poor Eddward could hardly fathom why his mind acted one way and yet his body another. He was at war within himself and whatever weight had balanced him out so far in life was suddenly thrown out of disproportion. It was pretty comical when he thought outside of the proverbial box on this. A natural human habit had him at odds with both his control and desires. It was like the flood gates had been cracked and now a river of something tantalizing was threatening to burst through without his permission. Like a whole other part of himself he never knew existed.

His entire life had been lived rather prudishly. Sex had never been something to consider until Kevin made it so. He was being granted a golden opportunity to explore this knew side of him. A thousand and one questions erupted in his brain; how much of his personality will change because of this? Would it secure his position as a man in society? Would Kevin see him in a different light? Would really change anything about him or was it all mind over matter? Either way he wanted to find out.

He thought to weigh the pros and cons again but decided not to. Foolish as it may have been, Edd knew he would only try to talk himself out of it. Kevin had mentioned his knack for over thinking and stubbornly he wanted to prove the red-head wrong.

With new found vigor Eddward chewed into his tuna sandwich.

I will accept his invitation, Edd finalized. I shall proceed with this… experiment, and learn more about the nature of myself and my body. My only hope is that this decision turns up fruitful and that my intensions remain platonic in all aspects of this agreement.

Would this little venture cost him? Perhaps. But there was no going back now.

Edd's head lifted the second he heard the key in the lock. His cheeks brightened a shade but he quickly dismissed the unexpected flutter in his stomach and slapped his cheeks. Hold yourself together Vincent. Don't be counterproductive.

Eddward slapped on a smile as Kevin made his way into the house, a brown grocery bag threatening to fall through his arm. Edd scurried over and grabbed the bag before its contents spilled out, forest green inexplicably meeting chrome blue. Kevin fought back the urge to blush. "Thanks dude."

Edd reeled back immediately, a nervous smile covering his face. "D-don't mention it." He set the heavy bag down on the counter and out of curiosity started to unload it. "How was work? Productive I hope."

With a chuckle Kevin dropped his keys onto the counter and pulled up a seat to the bar. "You could say that." He dropped his head into his folded arms. "The old man put me through the wringer though. If I have to WD-40 one more stupid rusted bolt I'm gonna lose it."

Eddward grimaced. "Oh dear. I hope he wasn't too stern with you."

Kevin shrugged. "He's like that. Knows how to bust my ass at work." He eyed the tuna sandwich on Edd's plate. "You gonna share that?"

"The proper term is 'going to share', and no I am not. If you would like I would be happy to make- KEVIN!"

The red-head had snagged the sandwich off the plate and stuffed it right into his hungry mouth. Eddward dropped a hand to his hip. "Detestable. That had my germs on it!"

Kevin liked his lips of the remaining crumbs and savored the mayo combo dancing on his tongue. If he concentrated hard enough he wondered if he could taste Edd as well. He eyed said sockhead and smirked. "I'm cool with your germs."

Eddward shook his head, his shoulders scrunching with feigned disgust. "Filthy, filthy, filthy."

Kevin started to laugh. It felt good to be home. It was lively, inviting, and not at all quiet. Not even a day has passed and already the house seemed lighter in spirit. "So what kind of fun have you been up to?"

Edd sniffed in laughter. "As you may be able to tell by the utter destruction of your home that I have been 'living it up' so to speak." He said with a wave of his hand.

To humor him Kevin looked into the spotless living room. "Oh yeah you're such a party animal." He said with a roll of his eyes. Licking his lips the red-head watched as Edd picked up the plate and washed the long dish. His eyes traveled south along the length of his back, imagining the silky soft flesh hidden behind his night shirt. His gaze fell to the hem where they landed on the young man's thighs. It was then he realized Edd hadn't changed out of night wear. Just what did sockheads do all day when people weren't around?

"You know," He ventured, fingering the edge of the bar. "I just noticed you're still wearing your pajamas."

Edd paused just as he was placing the dainty dish on the rack to dry. Though his back was to Kevin the sockhead could feel the warmth rising up his neck. He glanced down and sure enough the red-head was right. All he was wearing was an oversized night shirt that barely down over his boxers. He gulped, willing the flush on his face to go away, toes curling in such an adorable fashion.

"Oh dear. Excuse me; I seem to have forgotten… that bit of hygiene."

Edd tilted his head down, his hat shifting and hiding his eyes as he made to quickly stumble out of the kitchen. Before he could get far, however, Kevin had snatched up his hand and halted him.

"Hold on don't go running off. It's no big deal. We're both dudes. Besides, I think it's kind of sexy." He winked. Eddward lifted his head, his entire face colored a dainty shade of pink. Kevin's breath was stolen at the very sight but he easily played it off with a smirk. "You're really cute when you look like that."

"L-like what?"

Kevin's fingers curled around Edd's hand as he gently pulled the sockhead towards him, speaking in a tone most hypnotizing. "Looking so bashful and innocent."

Eddward's breathing hitched as he stepped closer. That accursed velveteen voice was casting its spell again, coaxing him forward inch by infuriating inch. Kevin didn't stop pulling him along until he was able to wrap his arms around the boy's waist, suddenly pulling him onto his lap. The exposed flesh of Edd's inner thighs brushed against Kevin's lap and the red-head wished at that moment he wasn't wearing pants. What he would give to touch, to kiss, to worship that soft luxurious skin with his tongue.

Edd's face lit up instantly, his legs locking around Kevin's lap out of instinct. "Goodness! Kevin what are you doing?"

He chuckled, snaking one arm around Edd's hips for good measure. But…Damn, the kid sure can grip with his legs. "I just want a closer look. No harm in that right?" he grinned, pretending Edd's knees weren't digging mercilessly into his legs.

Edd averted his gaze. "D-don't be ridiculous."

Kevin took hold of Edd's chin, dragging the sockhead's eyes back to him. Never in his life had Kevin seen a more beautiful pair of eyes; rich in color and mystery. When they shimmered he couldn't imagine a brighter star than the ones in his eyes. It was fitting, he internally declared.

"So have you given any thought to what I suggested earlier?"

Edd kept his face forward but his eyes glanced away. It was, dare he say, amusing that this bewitching creature to could turn just about any subject on a dime. Yet he relented and nodded. Kevin's fingers never left his face. In fact, his thumb has taken up to rubbing soothing circles just below Edd's lip. The soft pad of his finger brushed the very edge of his lip and Edd felt himself about to quiver.

"And?"

Eddward suckled on his bottom lip, his adorable gap now very noticeable. "W-well I have given it much thought and after some deliberation I…"He gulped nervously. "I have come to a conclusion."

The red-head tilted his head, his smile never fading and his tone ever teasing. "And what conclusion was that?"

Edd steeled himself with a final firm bite of his lip. It was time to buck up. If he could face Eddy's numerous and ill-mannered shenanigans than he can certainly handle this. When he opened his mouth to answer however, the words were taken right from his mouth. Quite literally.

Kevin's lips took them off his very tongue, stroking the soft wet appendage with his own. Edd gasped into the sudden kiss, unable to stop himself from parting his lips which gave Kevin further admission into his mouth. Trembling hands lifted to cup the back of Kevin's head, pausing when they brushed the bill of his back turned hat. He should have clamped his mouth shut. He should have pushed the man away but damnit it felt much too… too… good. Was good the proper term for this? Perhaps not. Pleasant? No, but at the moment he couldn't think of anything better. Yes, this was good. It felt good. It tasted good.

Oh mercy me. Kevin you living incubus. What curse has been laid upon your tongue to tease and tantalize me so?

Apprehensively his fingers inched their way beneath the red cap to deposit themselves in the soft strands of the red-head's hair. Though short it felt magnificent between his fingers. Any softer and it could very well be considered a sin. Edd shuttered, feeling Kevin's hot breath washing over his chin and neck. Emerald eyes danced over the sight of the marks marring the sweet boy's skin and his mouth watered. He was hungry for more. Lips kissed a fiery trail along the boy's jaw, fingers splaying themselves and poking at a particular dark hicky. What could he say, he had a thing for hickies.

The quivering breath of the boy above him made Kevin pause his ministrations. He pulled his lips begrudgingly away from the soft pliable skin just begging to be nibbled on and forced his eyes to meet the sockhead's. Poor Edd's were glazed over, his lips swollen from their kiss and brows drawn in confusion. His very being was screaming out in sexual frustration. Another cute aspect to add to Kevin's growing list.

"H-how did you-"

"I can see it in your eyes."

Edd sighed, unable to conjure any words. That voice had him completely hypnotized. Whether he was willing to admit it or not his boy responded positively to every single advance. It was obviously by the sultry look in the red-head's eyes was he was silently asking for but even Edd somehow found the will power to shake his head.

Kevin smiled sadly. Guess it's the cold shower for him tonight. "Oh well. Gotta give a guy props for trying."

Edd felt the corners of his lips lifting into a silly grin. "Once we have established some boundaries for ourselves I w-would be more than w-willing to continue…" Edd was cut short, a finger pressed to his trembling lips.

Kevin chuckled. "When and only when you're ready."

Edd beamed a brilliant smile, leaning down to press his forehead to Kevin's shoulder. "Thank you."

The red-head smiled fondly, wrapping his other arm around his raven haired beauty. That unmistakable scent of honey filled his nostrils and buzzed about in his brain, limbs relaxing after only mere seconds of inhaling the sweet intoxicant. Edd yelped when the air around him suddenly rushed by his ears as Kevin stood. Edd's legs wound themselves around the red-head's waist and locked themselves there. Kevin had to bite back a chuckle.

He set Edd down on the sturdy counter and turned to rummage through the groceries he had purchased. Edd's legs did not unlatch but Kevin didn't seem to mind. "I figured some lasagna and garlic bread would be good for tonight. What do you think?"

Eddward looked over at the groceries curiously before smiling and nodded. "Lasagna happens to be my favorite dish." Though chipper than before, his body was still wrecked by the hormones pumping through his system. His skin turned to fire wherever it was touched, by hands or his very own clothing. "May I be of some help?"

Kevin smirked, leaning forward to press his forehead to the others. "Yeah. Just sit looking pretty like that and I'll hand feed you like a Roman god."

Eddward's eyes widened. Kevin swore they sparkled even as the boy's cheeks burned red and his face scrunched up disapprovingly. "Preposterous. I am in no need of such assistance."

"Well neither am I princess." Kevin smirked, preheating the oven. Eddward huffed indignantly and Kevin laughed. "Oh come on don't pout like that." Kevin caressed Edd's chin. "Makes it irresistible to kiss you."

An idea flashed in Edd's head and before he knew what he was doing, a cocky grin of his own appeared in his face, effectively surprising the red-head. He pushed Kevin away with his foot, pointing it out in reflex before settling it over his knee. The move was subtle, cat like, and so incredibly sexy.

"I thought I was supposed to be sitting pretty? Please return to what you were doing Mr. Barr. I wouldn't want to interrupt you after all."

Kevin laughed some and held up his hands in surrender. "Alright you got me there. Fucking harpy." He muttered harmlessly under his breath.

Edd smirked. Yes indeed he has lost his mind, but at least his sass was still intact. So long as he had that then maybe his world turned topsy-turvy wouldn't be so bad in the long run. As Kevin went about making dinner he stole subtle glances at Edd's legs. The hem of his night shirt had lifted and now his creamy white thighs were exposed for all the fantasy ridden stares he could conjure.

Right there, Kevin told himself as he served his little beauty the first helping. Right at the juncture of his left hip is where I'll leave my next mark.

Eddward ate happily from where he sat, Kevin leaning beside him. Delightful chit chat was exchanged between the two. Kevin did most of the talking where Edd was content with just listening. Hours were spent in one another's company, gentle brushes and light hearted caresses were given every so often to fill in the quiet moments, but nowhere near the heavy petting Kevin so desperately wanted. Eddward grew used to the constant touching, enjoying it, and almost craving it at some point. It took him a while to follow suite but soon enough Edd had was able to reach out and touch the red-head with almost no hesitation. Almost. He learned Kevin was a very physical kind of person. Every pat and rub of his hands meant something different and when they were returned the man responded incredibly well to them. This made Kevin unique in Eddward's eyes. He would go as far to say it was a kind of intimate bonding, the likes of which he was growing rapidly accustom to. With it Kevin's presence didn't seem as intimidating as it did before and their situation… didn't seem so terrifying.


If you're interested in knowing my move was stupidly intense. I'm stuck unpacking by myself but eh hubby can't complain when I decorate the walls with pretty flowers and unicorns. It's what he gets for dumping it on me haha!

OH & Chapter 16 is on its way to the editing pile. :)