Bonded Together

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        Chapter 2 Tom's P.O.V

Tom woke up Early that morning. He slumped onto his side, the sun just began to reveal itself. I  guessed it was around 5-6 In the morning. Instead of going back to sleep or going on my phone, I  got up and Creaked my  door open, walking into the kitchen. It was already morning, so why not make some breakfast? I didn't know how to cook, but I wasn't going to wait for Edd to wake up.
  I took out the pan from under the cabinets. I decided on making pancakes, not like I knew what I was doing. I would be lucky not to burn the house down by the time Edd and Matt wake up. I tried to recall when Edd had made pancakes. I used to watch his every move while he was cooking. Heck, he even tried to teach me once. I took out the materials  and set it on the counter.
  "Eggs, sugar, milk, butter, salt..." Nodding, I was ready to make some pancakes!

My hands were covered in eggs and Milk, As were by Checkered Pants. I had Butter mixed in my hair, Making it flat. My feet were drenched in milk and Sugar. I'm also pretty sure I had Sugar on my Arms and my cheeks. Maybe a little of my Nose too. I stepped back to look at the master piece I have created. What a mess. It was like looking at an ant hill that was destroyed with Flour. I Chuckles, Putting one Hand On my hair, Wondering if this was a dream. I heard the stairs Creak along with Mumbles coming from downstairs.
"Shit." I caught my breath. I didn't dare breathe. Silence. I could hear the Stairs Creak once more before a voice came:
"Tom! What did you do?!" It was Edd. His voice was Angry, along with a small laughter.

"Edd!" I Scrambled Up To Him, almost tripling On flour.
"It's not what it looks like—"
"You didn't try to make something? In my kitchen?"
"Okay, maybe it is what it looks like." I hunched a small smile, trying to lighten the mood. He huffed.
"The guests will be here soon, Tom. You better clean yourself up before then."
I began to Fight back, But was interrupted by a harsh doorbell.
"Ding dong!" I flinched.
"Tom! Hurry! Go clean yourself up! I'll grab Matt and he can grab the door. I'll clean this mess." I nodded as I ran to the bathroom.

After the shower and fixing my hair, I jumped from the bathroom into my room. I scanned the area for something presentable. I slammed open my drawers, grabbing the first pair of clothing I saw. My blue hoodie and Black jeans. I stared at the blue hoodie for a second, Thinking about Tord. He was the one who had given it to him in the first place. I tossed it over myself and put the jeans on, Messing with my hair.

I peered out the door, Hearing Matt's Voice overall. I could hear Some other voices chatter too. I wish I could just stay in my room. Why did Edd let them stay? Maybe they were his friends... I opened the door and stepped out, Walking down the hall. The moment I saw His hair, I froze. This was Not what I expected.
"Tord." My lips trembled. Why was he here? There were two other men on the couch with Tord and Matt. The thought escaped my mind. How was he alive is the better question..

"Hello, Thomas. Long time no see." His Voice was crisp and Bitter as always. I bit my lip, not wanting to say anything else. I looked at Matt as I trailed off downstairs to Edd's room. I was puzzled when I saw him putting his clothes away.
"Why is he here? Why is he alive? How?!" Edd looked up at me.
"He lost his home, Tom. Just try to be nice to him. For me?" Edd Begged.
I didn't agree, nor did I forgive him. It seems Edd forgot what Tord has done to us. I sighed, Still lost in my words, I walked back upstairs, the steps creaking, giving Tord a heads up.

I stared at him for a moment before sitting beside Matt. I avoided eye contact with Them all. I was looking down, playing with my feet.

"Thomas." Tord spoke up after awhile.
I looked up.
"Your Wearing the Blue hoodie I made for you almost 12 years ago." He grinned.
I didn't exactly want to take the Sweatshirt off, for I wasn't wearing anything under it, yet I didn't want to give Tord the satisfaction he wants. I shook my head, Taking a deep sigh.

"So, Tord," Matt said, Finally.
"You haven't introduced us to your parents."
"Oh, yes!" Tord said. "This is Paul, and That's Patryk." I watched Patryk wave, Though the other didn't. Edd came up the stairs and turned on the tv. It was a good distraction for a bit until Edd pulled me and Tord aside. I waited until Tord was with Edd before I followed. I gulped, standing next to Tord. I felt helpless. I wondered if he was thinking about what I was thinking about. Him and the giant robot. Does he remember? Once again, I was lost in thought.

"Listen, guys. I know you don't like each other, but..." I Slightly shook my head, as if saying "No." I didn't hate him. I didn't despise him. I didn't just "Not like him." I wish I could still consider him as a friend, but sadly, I can't.

"I want you two to do some bonding time. You know, to get to know each other more!"
I almost burst out laughing, really. Edd expected us to get along?
"Yeah right." Tord said sarcastically.
"And how would we go by doing that?"
At the moment, I froze. I didn't like Edd's reaction.

He knew what he was doing.