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Eddward lay in his bed looking up at his ceiling. What is happening to me? Why do I feel like this? Why is he in my head? Eddward groaned and rolled over on his side. What a pain. It was Saturday. Eddward was fortunate enough not to have any classes to teach on the weekend. When the weekend comes, Eddward had nothing to do. Last night he finished grading all of his assignments because he couldn't fall asleep. Every time he tried, a red head's face would appear behind his eyelids. He didn't know what to do. It was a quarter to 12 and he was bored.
Eddward rose to his feet and got off of his bed, and headed to his closet. He threw open the doors as a light bulb went off in his head. There is a new history gallery in the museum this weekend. I'll go check it out. Eddward rummaged through his wardrobe until he decided to go with a pair of black jeans with a purple turtle neck. It was quite chilly outside, and he wanted to stay warm. His immune system was weak enough. After getting dressed Eddward headed to his bathroom to fix his hair to fit perfectly under his ski hat. Stupid hair. Sometimes Eddward wished he had manageable hair. He hated his hair. Ever since he could remember he hid his hair from the world.
With a once over, he grabbed his messenger bag and his jacket and headed out of the door. He stopped for a moment looking at the Letter Man that hung on the coat rack. Kevin. Making sure he locked the door he trotted down the stairs and headed out towards the path. He liked the path. It was silent and held a homely feeling to him. He loved listening to the birds chirp, and the animals scurry in the far distance. But for some odd reason he couldn't shake the feeling that someone was watching him. He knew that it was ludicrous to think about that because no one was allowed on the path except teachers. He looked around and didn't see anyone. It was broad daylight and he had 20/20 vision. He shrugged off the feeling and kept walking.
When he exited the path he walked towards the main rode. Eddward didn't bother bringing his car to the University; he saw no need. All of the professors were granted a bus pass. If he ever needed to go somewhere he could just take the bus, free of charge. Beats paying for gas. Eddward chuckled to himself. Eddward was lucky enough to catch the bus as soon as he exited the University. Paying for his fair he sat down on the bus and enjoyed the ride. He liked looking out the window, seeing the forest stretch on and around the University. It was a quick ride, due to the low traffic in their area; he was only on the bus for 40 minutes. Eddward pulled the lever on the bus to request his stop and stepped off.
He was in the small town that was just a few miles away from the University. He walked down the street towards the museum. When he reached the museum he paid his way in with a discount that he had and didn't even know it. Professors and students get a 15% discount, who knew? He walked into the museum and was instantly satisfied. He loved being surrounded by old objects; antiques. He walked around and read about vases and paintings that claimed to be a part of the American Revolution. It was weird because he never heard of any of these objects. The museum was quite empty, except for a few people in the gallery with him. It was weird, he still felt as if he was being watched.
A slender hand was placed on Eddward's shoulder causing him to turn around.
"Hi." A soft feminine voice sounded. A short female stood in front of Eddward. She had to be about 5'5". She had big brown eyes that was somewhat hidden by her long brown hair. She was tiny. She wore a black dress accompanied by small black heals and a purse. She was cute.
"Hello." Eddward said.
"I'm Emily. Nice to meet you." She extended her hand and Eddward took it. "I'm sorry if I startled you."
"No it's fine. I'm Eddward, nice to meet you." Eddward smiled.
"I know it must be weird and kind of awkward for you, but I just wanted to say hi. I saw you from across the room and I noticed the flower you were looking at." She gestured to the flower that was incased in an air tight case to preserve it. "Do you know what it is?"
"Unfortunately no." He answered truthfully.
"I read about it in a book. It is a symbol. The wives of the soldiers would give them to their husbands who left in the war. They would keep them by their sides until they returned home. It was like a parting gift. Something for them to remember their home life by because most of the wives had their own gardens. The husbands would keep them in their breast pockets of their uniform above their hearts. Forever together." She smiled looking at the picture. Her little pixie faces lighting up, shining in the light. "Fascinating."
"I would have to agree." Eddward said looking at her. "You like history?"
"Of course! I love it! Sometimes I feel like I was born in the wrong century. One day I hope to major in history." She answered looking at Eddward. "I'm a college student. I attend Carol College here in this small town. I can't afford to go to a huge University, but it's okay because I like it here. You?"
"I am actually a History Professor at Peach Creek University." He answered.
"No way, you're far too young to be a professor. Unless you're like a genius." She giggled. Eddward explained to her how he is a professor. She was amazed. "Wow, you're so lucky. I wish I was that smart." "She answered smiling at him. Eddward's stomach growled.
"Oh dear, how embarrassing." Eddward said. "Would you like to accompany me to lunch?" Eddward asked not trying to be rude.
"Oh would I!" She exclaimed. Emily and Eddward exited the museum together and walked down the street to a perfect restaurant Eddward always liked to go to when he was in town. He held the door open for her and they walked in. They were greeted by a waiter who seemed a little too happy. He led them to a table that was positioned in front of a window that gave a wonderful view of the town. They had a general conversation about who they were. What they liked and what they didn't like. She was an interesting person. Eddward liked her.
Outside the window from across the street someone was staring. He stood tall wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans. Wearing his signature red hat backwards. Kevin starred at Eddward. All he could process was that Eddward was sitting at a table with a girl and appeared to be on a date. She was cute, he had to admit. Who is she? Kevin's face heated up with anger. Why am I mad? He could date anyone he chooses. Noticing that he was standing in the open he decided to take a seat at one of the tables behind a bush. He was hidden and he could see Eddward clearly. Not to look like a total creep he ordered a coffee and pretended to read a magazine and hide his face.
Kevin sat outside in the wind and watched. He saw how the girl clearly liked Eddward. Look at her flirting. Hooker. Kevin thought to himself. She smiled and laughed at whatever Eddward was saying. She would casually rub his hand here and there. She even had the nerve to bump knees with him. Who does she think she is? Eddward looked handsome today. Kevin eyed him from behind the magazine. He liked the way his turtle neck hugged his body. The purple brought out the paleness in his skin, but in a good way. Oh how Kevin wished he was there sitting with Eddward. This is crazy! Why am I sitting here stalking Eddward? The one day I decide to go into town I see this. This is some bullshit. I swear. This is why I don't go to church. Humph. Kevin leaned over in on himself to contain his body heat. It's official, I'm a creep.
Eddward and Emily sat there in the restaurant and continued to converse. Their food arrived and they ate happily.
"You're a vegetarian?" She asked.
"Yes I am." He answered and ate his salad.
"I couldn't do that. I need meat. I'm a very hungry girl." She giggled. Eddward's cheeks flushed red.
Why are his cheeks turning red! Kevin was getting frustrated. Eddward turned his head to look out the window. Instinctively Kevin ducked, causing a few glances to look his way. I am a loser.
"What's the matter?" Emily asked Eddward.
"Oh nothing I thought I saw something." He looked back at her and smiled. A few odd minutes later they finished eating. The waiter came with the bill and Eddward grabbed it before Emily could. "I got it." He smiled at her placing the cash in the folder and handing it to waiter. Look at him paying for their food. She should pair for her own stuff. Free loader.
"Have a good day." The waiter said and walked off.
"Thank you for paying for lunch but you didn't have to." Emily said.
"Don't worry about it. I wanted to." Eddward smiled at her. He didn't mind paying for lunch. He was a gentleman. Mother and father would chew him out if they ever found out that he hadn't paid for a female's lunch, which he invited her to.
"What do you have planned for the rest of the day?" Emily asked.
"I don't know yet. I might go to the local library and read a little." Eddward answered. "What about you?"
"Oh I have an art class to attend soon." Emily sad. She looked sad. "I actually have to start walking there to be able to make it there on time." She said giving him a half smile. With that Eddward rose.
"I'll walk you." He said.
Eddward and Emily exited the restaurant. Eddward saying a hush thank you to the host as they exited. Kevin noticed their dismal and rose to. He followed them from a ways behind. He pulled his hoodie up and around his head to hide his face; besides it was cold. Bond. James Bond. Kevin thought to himself. Gaining a chuckle from himself. He followed Eddward and the girl he was with down the street. She was walking really close to Eddward. Their hands almost touching. Hooker.
Kevin stayed a ways back. He did look like a creep, but he didn't care. He followed Eddward until they stopped. Kevin stood behind a tree and pretended to be on his phone, trying not to draw any attention to himself.
"Well here we are." Eddward said to Emily.
"Yes." She turned to look at him. "Thank you for today. I had a lot of fun." Emily reached into her bag and pulled out a piece of paper and a pen. She scribbled seven digits on the paper and placed it in Eddward's hand. "Here is my number. I hope we can hang out again. I like spending time with you Eddward. You're a fun and cool person."
"Of course." Eddward said. Did I really just get a number? Oh my! Emily looked up at Eddward, locking gazes with him. Without thinking she reached up and kissed him. Her lips were smooth and warm on Eddward's cold ones. Eddward's checks heated up. He leaned down and kissed her back. Emily deepened the kiss and licked Eddward's top lip, and bit down on his bottom lip. As quick as the kiss started, it ended. Emily turned and walked through the doors of her college.
"Good bye." Was all Eddward could manage to say. He wasn't expecting that at all.
That ugly ass hooker. Fuck she think she is? Madonna? No sweetheart you're ugly and if you were a guy I'd fuck you up. Kevin thought to himself. Kevin was mad, and he had no right to be. Eddward didn't belong to him. He could date whoever he pleased, and there was nothing he could do about it.
Eddward stood there shocked. He never expected that to happen. Yes, he has been kissed by other females, but only ones he had dated. It's been over a year since he was in a relationship with someone, and he wasn't looking to be in one. Not after his last one. Too many bad memories. He stood there for a moment longer and walked off. He didn't know what he should do. His mind was jumbled with so many thoughts. He just walked. He walked and walked and walked. He decided to go into a coffee shop. He ordered himself a cup of coffee and sat down. He reached into his messenger bag and read his book. He never left his apartment unless he had his book on him.
Kevin followed Eddward for a bit. He didn't know what he should do. He couldn't decide if he should continue to "stalk" Eddward or go home. He decided to just go home. His heart was hurt enough.
Eddward sat in the coffee shop. He read his book. It was futile. Once again, he could not concentrate. His thoughts were everywhere else but his book. From Kevin to Emily, and he didn't know why. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught that familiar red baseball cap. Without even thinking of it, he jumped up out of his seat and dashed out of the coffee shop.
"Mr. Barr!" Eddward shouted. Kevin stopped walking, froze. He turned his head over his shoulder and saw Eddward. He knew who was calling name, he didn't have to turn around, it was all for show. Kevin turned and walked towards Eddward.
"Hey." Kevin said. Trying to look surprise. He had been stalking him all afternoon he didn't want to be noticed by him. I hope he didn't notice me following him. Shit!
"Hello Mr. Barr, what are you doing here in town?" Eddward asked. He only wanted to talk to Kevin, he didn't know why.
"Um nothing much. Just walking around looking at stores. Some shopping." Kevin stammered out of his mouth.
"Shopping? I don't see any bags." Eddward stated. Shit.
"Um I just started. Well no I didn't start yet, I am about to I mean." I sound stupid. Kevin faked a smile. "What about you?" He asked.
"I went and saw the museum's exhibit on history." He answered, slightly blushing.
"That seems um fun." Kevin said, noting how he completely left out the girl and his date. "What are you doing now?" He asked.
"Nothing to be honest. I was just reading and drinking coffee." Eddward answered.
"Would you like to join me?" Kevin spit out. Regretting it as soon as he did. He didn't want to leave Edward, but he didn't want to seem too clingy. Hell he's been stalking him all damn day.
"Of course." Eddward answered, enthusiastically. He was excited to spend time with Kevin. They both walked down the street, lightly conversing here and there. They both walked into a small shop that was having a sale, 50% off. It must be closing. Kevin expressed how he needed some more sweaters because he didn't bring any with him. Eddward chastised him, telling him how he should always be prepared for the weather.
"You know Mr. Barr, for you to be an athlete you don't really care about your health. You need to dress warm in these cold times so you won't get sick. Especially with you playing a fall sport." Edward noted.
"I know, why you think I'm buying sweaters. Unless you want to give me some." Kevin said raising an eyebrow at Eddward. Eddward blushed fiercely.
"No, no, that would be unnecessary. Besides, a man of your statue, I doubt you could fit into my clothes." Eddward said eyeing Kevin. He was quite large. Very muscular indeed.
"Ha. You're a funny one." Kevin snorted. He looked through the racks of clothes, and found a few sweaters he liked. Eddward on the other hand looked at the book section. Gosh he loves books. Kevin watched as he aimlessly looked through the titles of the books. Kevin walked over and looked at what he was looking at. "Romance? Never took you to be that type." Kevin said. He walked off towards the cash register. He purchased his items and returned to Eddward's side.
"Never judge a book by its cover." Eddward said. He looked up at Kevin. They were standing close, real close. Eddward began to blush as he always did. "Are you ready Mr. Barr?" Eddward asked before he was pulled out of reality.
"Yes. Lets go." Kevin turned and stalked out of the shop. They walked down the street and looked in the windows of some shops, and went into some of them. The town was peaceful, Eddward liked it.
Hours passed by as the two spent time together. Eddward was happy. Kevin was happy. Nothing could ruin their mood, except the darkening of the sky.
"It looks like we must begin to head home." Eddward said. Kevin looked up at the darkening sky. Shaking his head in agreement. They walked down the road. Eddward made a left turn to head towards the bus stop. Kevin reached out and grabbed Eddward by the shoulder.
"What do you think you're doing?" Kevin asked.
"Going to the bus stop." Eddward answered looking at Kevin over his shoulder.
"No. I'll take you back. By the time you'll get back to campus on the bus it'll be extremely dark outside." Nodding in agreement Eddward walked behind Kevin, following him to his car. They reached a small parking lot. Eddward looked around trying to guess which car was Kevin's when he stopped. Kevin stood in front of a red shiny motorcycle. Kevin looked at Eddward, then back at his bike. He opened up a small apartment on his bike and stored the shopping bags in there. He pulled a red helmet off of the handle bars and handed it to Eddward. He swung his leg over the bike and looked back at Eddward. "Get on."
"This isn't safe!" Eddward exclaimed. "5,209 people die in motorcycle accidents each year, and I do not wish to become one of those statistics. However, I am sure you are a good driver but there is only one helmet. For both of us to be safe we need two. Head injuries are the leading causes of death on a motorcycle. I appreciate your offer, but I must decline!" Eddward rambled on, his fear increasing. Kevin didn't wish to hear him ramble. He reached out and grabbed Eddward by his arm and pulled him down onto the bike. He took the helmet out of his hands and pushed it onto his head. He safened the straps and turned around.
"Put your arms around my waist." Eddward wasn't sure of what to do. Kevin put the keys into the ignition and roared the bike to life. Feeling the roar under him, Eddward lurched forward holding onto Kevin for dear life. Kevin chuckled. Kevin backed the bike out of the parking space and drove it out onto the street. Eddward was terrified. He hugged closer to Kevin. Kevin reached up and took off his red baseball cap and tucked it in his pocket, so it wouldn't fly off of his head. Looking out at the street Kevin took off.
Eddward's grip tightened around Kevin. Kevin loved the way Eddward felt on him. He liked how his small arms wrapped around his waist. He could feel every breath Eddward took. Eddward was scared. He held onto Kevin for safety. He didn't notice how tightly he was holding onto Kevin. He could feel Kevin's abs through his hoodie. He was muscular, he was strong. Kevin was warm. Due to their speed the wind was chilly against Eddward's hands. Eddward maneuvered his hands to slide through Kevin's hoodie. The warmth from the inside of his hoodie made Eddward cling tighter. Kevin felt Eddward's shift in his hands and glanced down. He's cold. Kevin sped up, weaving through the traffic in a hurry to get back to the campus; to make Eddward warm again.
Eddward noticed the increase in Kevin's speed. He clung tighter; any tighter they would practically be one person. Not before too long Kevin turned back onto campus. His speed slowed as he drove up into the parking garage. He slid into one of the available spaces and turned the bike off. Kevin went to move when he noticed Eddward still clung to him.
"Eddward? You can let go now, we're not dead." Kevin chuckled. Eddward slowly released his arms from around Kevin's waist and stepped off of the bike. Eddward stumbled a little to the left but regained his balanced before he fell. "Be careful."
"Thank you." Eddward said to Kevin, slightly bowing his head. "I appreciate the ride back. It was a once and a life time experience. I can cross that off my bucket list now." Eddward chuckled. Kevin got off if his bike and retrieved his items out of the compartment. Eddward handed Kevin back his helmet.
"No problem." Kevin smiled at Eddward. Eddward looked out at the campus and noticed how incredibly dark it was outside.
"Oh dear, I must get going. It is incredibly dark and late." Eddward looked at his watch and noticed that it was nearing 10. "I thank you for today." Eddward turned and walked out of the parking lot, leaving Kevin. Eddward walked fast, wishing his legs could carry him faster. Kevin stalked out of the garage and followed Eddward. Eddward noticed that Kevin was following him but ignored him. He kept walking until he got to the path. Still aware the he was being followed he turned around to face Kevin, and my were they close. Kevin stood right on top of Eddward. Their chest touching. Eddward stammered backwards, and almost fell. "Mr. Barr!" Eddward exclaimed. Kevin leaned down and looked Eddward in the face.
"Be careful, and call me Kevin." Eddward opened his mouth to say something but he shut it and turned around. He walked down the path to his apartment, occasionally looking over his shoulder to see if he could still see Kevin. Eddward walked faster, he didn't like the way the woods felt at night. He wasn't afraid. Something didn't feel right. He felt like someone was watching him. Like someone was lurking in the woods, watching. Nothing more, just watching. Eddward walked faster.
He didn't feel relieved until he reached his apartment and locked the doors.