Tord POV
They kept Matt in the hospital overnight just to be safe. He had woke up an hour or two after we got to the hospital, and not long Edd and Tom came in. Edd spoke to me to understand what had happened, while Tom just kept an eye on Matt, speaking to him quietly. Edd believed me, but I knew Tom never would. Honestly, though, I was surprised he didn't call the cops. They left a few hours after. I decided to stay the night with Matt. "Sir, we don't have any free beds." "That's fine doctor; I just need to stay with him," I spoke low and quiet. The doctor nodded and left. Matt looked at me and smiled. "You don't have to stay Tord..." "What're you talking about? I'm the whole reason you're in this mess. It's the least I can do for you." Matt went quiet for a moment, before speaking up again. "Tord is a little cold...W-Would you lay with me?" I blushed deeply. I smiled nervously "Well of course Matt. Anything to make you happy." I got up from my chair, climbing up into the bed. Matt pulled me close into his chest, smiling as he closed his eyes. I was just small enough that I could curl up and fit against his body. He felt hot to me, so I started to wonder if he just wanted me to cuddle him.
Matt POV
My stomach felt a lot better now that those pills were out of my system. But I was still very tired, and it had begun to get late. The warmth radiating off Tord was so calming...I wrapped my arms tightly around him, and I felt my heart begin to rush. Did...did I LIKE Tord? Like, Like Like him??? Oh stars...Part of me wanted to ask if Tord felt the same. There was no way he could like someone like me. I felt Tord Lay his hands over mine as his breathing slowed. It seemed like he was falling asleep now that he was comfortable. How cute...I closed my eyes once more, falling into a peaceful sleep.
~Time Skip, The Next Morning~
Tord POV
I opened my eyes, but didn't see a wall in front of me, but rather I was clinging to Matt like a sloth on a branch. "I was wondering when you were gonna wake up!" Matt was already wide awake. "Heh..y-yeah." I probably should have released him from my grip now, but I really didn't want to let go yet. I'd probably never get this opportunity again. I heard the clicking of heels coming down the hallway, a nurse popping into the room. "Mr. Hargreaves you've officially been cleared to leave." She looked a little awkward, seeing two grown men cuddling in a hospital bed, which made me chuckle quietly. "Thank you, Miss Nurse!" Matt piped up, looking back to me "What do you say we get out of here Tordie? I'm getting a little hungry now. And you haven't eaten since yesterday!!" "mmm fine." I started to let him go, but was stopped by a kiss on the forehead. "That's for keeping me warm last night!" He giggled. I blinked a few times, processing what just happened for a moment. "N-No problem!" I smiled, FInally letting him go. I sat on the edge of the bed before sliding off onto the floor. Matt did the same, heading for the door. "We can go to the cafe just up the street from here!" "Sounds good to me Matt."
Matt POV
I started to hum a little tune as we walked down the sidewalk out of the Hospital. "What're you humming Matt?" "Oh, It was a song I heard on the radio! It makes me feel happy!" "Whats it called?" "I think its called Tongue Tied-" "Hey you like that song too?!" "IT'S THE BEST!" Wow! Tord and I liked the same song?! How awesome!!! I started to sing, Tord following along with the lyrics. I didn't quite realize how loud we were being until people started to circle around us to listen. I WAS POPULAR!!! As the song came to a close, people clapped and quietly cheered. It was like a dream come true!! I looked at Tord, and he looked right back at me. Someone from what was left of the little crowd yelled; "YOU GUYS SHOULD KISS!!" We both blushed at the same time. I whispered to him quietly "d-do you want to?" Tord gave his answer by pulling me in.
3rd Person POV
Tord pulled Matt into a kiss, leaving Matt very surprised. He gave into it, closing his eyes. The person from the crowd cheered, while others awed. After a moment the two's lips parted, both staring into each other's eyes. "T-Tord? I-I think I...." "I love you too Matt..." Tord spoke quietly, nervously smiling. Matt hugged the shorter male, smiling a huge smile as tears pricked in the corners of his eyes.
Edd POV
I saw a group of people surrounding two guys, and It caught my attention. "Hey Tom, let's go see what everyone all happy about." Tom shrugged as we walked over catching a few words of...wait, was that MATT AND TORD?? "T-Tord? I-I think I...." "I love you too Matt..." I gasped in surprise, excitedly smiling. Good for Matt!!! I was happy for him!! Tom...not so much. He pushed his way through the crowd at Tord and Matt hugged. Tom pulled the two apart, pinning Tord to the wall. "TOM!! STOP!!" Matt cried out as I rushed into the group. "STAY AWAY FROM HIM YOU FUCKING COMMIE!!" Matt desperately tried to pull Tom off Tord, but Tom turned, not realizing that it was in fact Matt pulling on him and not some stranger, and punched him hard in the face. I heard Matt yell as I rushed to his side. I heard Tord begin to yell all kinds of Vulgar insults at Tom, who was still in shock at the fact that he hit the one he was trying to protect. Luckily I had my first aid kit on me, and I pulled out the ice pack from it. I wrapped it in some cloth to keep it from being too cold as I pressed it against Matt's face. "I swear to GOD Tom if Matt wasn't here, Id beat your ass into the GROUND." Tord walked over to me after speaking, a low growl in his tone. Tom remained quiet. Tord looked at me, hurt in his eyes. "T-Thank you for taking care of him. I'll take it from here Edd." "Its no problem Tord. I'll take Tom home..." I got up and walked back over to Tom.
Matt POV
My face hurt SO BAD. I'd started to cry, clinging to Tord. "M-My face! H-He ruined my b-beautiful face!!" "Shhhhh....you're still beautiful Matt. It'll heal..." Tord held me close to him, enough to hear his heartbeat. He picked me up, bridal style. I saw people continuing to stare as we started to walk away. Tord pressed his right ear to his shoulder, speaking quietly "Red leader requesting pick up for two." "W-Who are you talking to?" "Some friends Matty. They'll treat you nice, I promise." He carried me into a small alley; a car was waiting there. I saw a man with large eyebrows smoking a cigarette in the driver's seat and a man with parted bangs in the passenger side. Tord set me down in the backseat as I shakily buckled my seat belt. Tord sat next to me and buckled up, taking my hand in his as we drove off.
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Just as Before (Tord X Matt)
FanfictionA year had passed since Tord destroyed the house, and wasn't seen again. But a nagging thought was left in Red Leaders mind since that day. That look of complete betrayal and hurt expressed by Matt. Something needed to be done about it, so think co...