Parallel Universes (Even/Isak)

Chapter Nine

Euphoria, lust, love, and happiness. All emotions that we as humans crave and sometimes, we spend a lifetime searching for the purest forms of each. The sight of Isak's eyes looking up at him, creates a flurry of all four and it sends him into a tailspin. One that he never wants to get out of. Smiles creeping onto both of their faces as they rub their noses together, sending sparks throughout each other's bodies. Isak traces a pattern onto Even's chest, the skin feeling soft as his finger runs across it. The sensation tickles Even, making him smile and grateful for the beautiful person laying next to him.

An alarm begins blaring an obnoxious noise, causing Even to frown, wishing that he didn't have to leave this reality but, sadly this isn't real. A parallel universe, you could say. No one knows this, but Even can create alternate realities with his mind and project them into the world around him but only for short periods of time. He can even bring someone with him into the realities as long as he touching them. This sounds like a dream, it's makes you wonder why you'd ever want to live in the real world, if you can create a reality where nothing bad happens, but it has its setbacks. It's physically draining for Even, hence why he can only can do it for brief periods and it can sometimes go into overdrive when he has a manic episode due to his bipolar disorder. He has a difficult time discerning between what's real and what's not during an episode but he's gotten better due to figuring out little consistencies that happen with being in a alternate reality.

Even hears a knock at the door, breaking his concentration, causing the reality to dissipate. "Even, it's time to get ready for school." The statement makes him roll his eyes, not wanting to get up. "Even, don't make me come in there." Even groans in opposition, throwing the covers off his naked body, the cold air nipping at his skin. "I'm getting up, Mamma." He walks over to his closet, somewhat searching for an outfit. "Okay, breakfast is ready for you when you come down." Even's mom calls as she walks away. Silence follows, creating an atmosphere of solitude.

Even hears his phone go off and grabs it. There's a couple of messages from his friends asking if he wants to hang out later. He begins to reply as a new message comes in, stopping him in his tracks. Isak.

Isak: Hey, just wanted to apologise for Eskild last night, he's different but he means well. Miss you.

A smile begins to erupt on Even's face as he begins remembering the night before. He was so happy and that's something he hasn't felt in a long time but he can feel it when he's around Isak. Isak is special to him and his greatest fear is ruining it because he doesn't want to go back the dark place he was before. Even shakes his head, breaking him from his thought pattern, not wanting to think dark thoughts. He's been going to therapy and it's been helping a little but its still a struggle sometimes. He quickly types a response to Isak and sends it.

Even: No worries haha, he seems cool.

He sets his phone down on his bureau and heads to the bathroom. The sound of running water fills the room as Even steps in the shower. Bubbles begin to cover him as he lathers soap across his skin.  His mind begins to wander as the water cascades down his body. A familiar set of brown eyes appear his mind. Even's hands begin to wander across his body, electrifying it. Sensations arise, head goes back, hands go lower, and climax is reached. The remnants are washed away and the water turned off, leaving the cold air to encompass his body.    

A towel is wrapped his flesh, stepping out of the shower. Even wipes away the condensation on the mirror, looking at the reflection staring back at him. He doesn't think he's the most unattractive person but he has his insecurities, like his acne. He finishes getting ready and heads down to the kitchen.

"Hey, sweetie." His mom greets him and Even nods his head in response. He notices a plate of eggs and bacon with a side of toast on the table and sits down in front of it. The food is delicious, aromas rising as it enters his mouth, his mom never fails to make a good breakfast. "Dad and I are going to be out of town for a couple days so you're going to have the place to yourself." Even nods his head, taking a bite of bacon. "Where are you and Dad headed?" He asks, already knowing what the answer is going to be because it's the same every time they go away for a couple of days. "Just some business conference that your dad was invited to, just the usual." She gives Even a small smile, which Even returns. His dad does travel a lot for business and its been even more so since he was promoted at work so Even understands the situation.