The Boy Next Door

Brand new issue

Not a TW,
But angry and awkward talk with mom warning

Anthony took the bag of things and walked down the stairs, stopping in the kitchen quickly to grab a snack. Setting his bag down momentarily he glanced at the mail scattered across the table. One of which caught his eye, because it was addressed to him. Leaning over the table to see it better, he read the labeling on the back. His blood suddenly going cold. Anthony could feel his breath hitch in his throat. Quickly picking up the letter to get a second look. His grip on the envelope tightened to the point where it crumbled and bent in his hand. Anthony took his bag quickly and left. Rushing back inside of Alastor's house, dropping his bag and walking quickly to the lounge. He grabbed the box of matches on the fireplace, striking one quickly and tossing it in the fire with the letter. Watching intently as the paper blackened and withered away with the flame.

Alastor and Mimzy had a grand evening, simply exploring the town, listening to live music. Overall just enjoying themselves. "So, Alastor. Do you do this often?" Mimzy asked, looking up at him. "Well, not with anyone. I normally go out alone. I will admit, the company is a lovely change!" He said cheerfully. Mimzy's smile softened. "That's nice to hear. This has been a lot of fun." She said happily as they approached his house.

Anthony sat on the steps, lit smoke between his fingers as he watched Alastor and Mimzy appear in the distance. Sitting up more as they got closer. "Ah! Anthony my friend! How are you this evening?" Alastor asked, smile growing upon seeing him. "I'm just fiiine." He said sarcastically, crushing the cigarette and flicking it away. "Splendid! Now that I'm thinking about it, I don't believe I've introduced you two." He said, wide smile on his face. Anthony rolled his eyes, standing up and walking off the porch. "Anthony, this is Mimzy! We met last night. Mimzy, this is my childhood friend Anthony!" He said, motioning to Anthony enthusiastically. Mimzy smiled at his gestures. Extending a hand to Anthony. "Pleasure to meet you!" She said with a smile. Anthony hesitantly took her hand, giving it a firm shake. "Yeah. You and Al have fun?" He asked, trying to be friendly. "Yes we did! You have such a lovely friend. Quite the gentleman." She said, glancing at the brunette not far from them. "Yeah he his. People all over New Orleans would probably die to be his gal." Anthony said, it was more thinking out loud the last bit. But it was true. Alastor had quite a few admirers around the city. Mimzy's cheeks went a shade of pink at that comment. Anthony quickly noticing it. "To bad he's already taken." He finished quickly. Mimzy's smile fell immediately as her heart sank. "He has a girlfriend?" She asked, trying to keep herself seemingly fine. Alastor was about to answer but Anthony cut him off before he got a chance. "Yes he does." Anthony said quickly. Alastor's smile faltered as he stared at Anthony. Eyes wide with not only panic but confusion. "She's a real doll too." He said, glancing at Alastor. Mimzy looked between Alastor and Anthony. Feeling stupid, of course she didn't have a chance with him. Of course someone like Alastor had a girlfriend already. "What's she like?" She asked, just trying to keep calm. "Smiles, what's your lady like?" Anthony asked, the look in his eyes was slightly annoyed. Alastor looked between both of them. Not only surprised but also very much put on the spot. What was he supposed to say here? Just describe Anthony like he's a woman? That was a safe option actually...
"Well, she has beautiful blonde hair and such a charming personality. And the cutest smile I've ever seen." He said, staring at Anthony with a look that was a mix of "Why are you making me do this?" And "What the actual hell?!" Mimzy nodded slowly. "Well...she sounds lovely! I'll have to meet her someday." She said, turning to walk away. "I'll hopefully see you soon Alastor. And bring your lady along, I want to meet her." She called back to them as she left. Alastor and Anthony stood watching her leave, before Alastor snapped his head to look at Anthony. "Would you step inside with me my friend?" He asked, smile still on his face but the tone said what he was truly feeling for him.