𝐇𝐔𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑. ( 𝘫𝘰𝘩𝘯𝘯𝘺𝘣𝘰𝘺 )

EIGHTEEN.

JANUARY 9TH, 2019. (WEDNESDAY)

Ponyboy and Johnny sit on the younger teen's bed, homework sprawled out between them. Both of them were laying on their stomachs, mechanical pencils in hand. They had a lot of homework to do (mostly since they just didn't do it in class when they had time).

Johnny sighs softly, finishing up a problem before tossing his mechanical pencil at the younger teen. The 14-year-old whines softly when it hit his shoulder before dropping onto his paper. He looks at Johnny and tosses the pencil back at him, it landing on his paper.

"I guess you're just tired of homework, huh?" Ponyboy asks softly. "Tired enough of it to where you'll throw a pencil at me?"

"It wasn't that hard," Johnny says, chuckling softly. "It didn't hurt you and I know that. And yes... I'm tired of homework. If I see another math equation, I might actually lose my mind."

"You're already a little crazy," Ponyboy says. "Well... Crazy for me that is. I know you love me more than you let on."

"And I do love you more than I show," Johnny teases. "If I could go all day loving on you without getting in trouble, I would do it. I would kill to kiss you all day long."

"No one's here to tell you no," Ponyboy teases softly. "Come give me a kiss. It'll be a good break before going back to crummy homework."

The young teen playful puckers his lips, humming softly. He leans forward towards Johnny, trying not to smile wide like he wanted to do. Johnny rolls his eyes and leans forward, capturing Ponyboy's lips into a gentle kiss.

Ponyboy kisses back softly and a small giggle slips past his lips. Kissing Johnny always made his stomach bubble up with metaphorical butterflies and his lips always would tingle. The younger teen moves a little closer to him, returning the gentle kiss.

Johnny carefully sits up and guides the younger teen close to him, pushing some of the homework off of the bed. He pulls the younger teen into his lap and smiles against his lips, carefully holding his hips. Ponyboy's arms go around the older teen's neck before pulling his lips away from the kiss.

"What did I tell you?" Ponyboy teases softly, his voice sounding breathless. "A good kiss makes you relax. You think you're ready to get back to homework?"

Johnny pouts a little as Ponyboy pulls away and rests his head on his chest lightly. The older teen whines a little and shakes his head. He didn't want to go back to doing all of the homework they had piled up from the day. Both boys relax into each other.

"I don't wanna do any more work right now," Johnny says softly. "It's only 5 o'clock and my brain is starting to leak out of my ears."

Ponyboy moves his hands to cup Johnny's face. He turns the older boy's head carefully, inspecting his ears, and presses a small kiss to each one. The older teen flushes a dark red color, hiding his smile.

"I can't see anything coming out of your ears," Ponyboy coos teasingly. "No brains."

Johnny whines again softly and nuzzles his way into Ponyboy's chest, sighing softly. The younger teen wraps his arms around his neck, carefully laying on his back, pulling Johnny atop of him. He presses a kiss to Johnny's head, holding him tightly.

"You're such a dork," Johnny murmurs softly.

"Oh, I am?" Ponyboy asks. "How am I a dork?"

"You're a dork simply because I say so," Johnny replies. "You'll always be my dork."

"And that sounds good to me..."

Johnny and Ponyboy lay there in comfortable silence, their hands intertwined at their sides. The younger teen's free hand was rubbing small shapes into Johnny's back. He hums a tune, closing his eyes.

After a few minutes, Johnny looks down at Ponyboy. He tilts his head a little to look at his comfortable expression. His handsome face, thinish lips, and relaxed looking eyes with eyelashes comfortably resting against his cheeks.

Ponyboy opens his eyes, feeling Johnny looking at him.

"What're you thinking about?" Ponyboy asks softly, giving his hand a gentle squeeze. "You seem lost in thought."

"I am," Johnny confirms. "I'm just thinking about how handsome you are... And about my family."

"Well, I know I'm handsome," Ponyboy teases gently. "So, let's talk about the other one. What about your family are you thinking of?"

"I was thinking about how I have to go back to my house sooner or later," Johnny says softly. "They might miss me and I'll have to stay a few nights or I just might need some clothes..."

"Johnnycake," Ponyboy starts softly. "It's sad to say but... They don't miss you... If they missed you, they wouldn't hurt you as they do. They wouldn't scream at you or throw things at you. They would take the time to look after you and make sure that you're safe... They don't do that for you..."

Johnny's heart sinks a little in his chest.

"I know, " Johnny starts, his eyes watering a little bit. "I just wished they loved me like they used to do... When I would get hugs and praised for how I did in school... I just miss them actually caring about me. It's been such a long time since they actually cared."

"I know, I know," Ponyboy says softly, carefully using a hand to wipe Johnny's watery eyes. "I understand. And I wish that they still loved you. You deserve so much love and kindness... You're one of the sweetest boys ever and you're so kind... I just wish they still saw that in you."

Johnny sniffles softly.

"Maybe you're right," Johnny murmurs. "I ain't think I should go over there to stay with them... They're just gonna hurt me again and I might not be able to take that..."

Ponyboy kisses his forehead, taking a small breath. He holds the older teen gently, wanting to comfort him as much as he possibly could. The younger male looks up at him.

"How about you and I go over there this Saturday?" Ponyboy asks. "I can help you gather some of your clothes. I'll even bring my backpack for you to carry stuff in. We'll be in and out before you know it. You'll have nothing to be scared of. They might even be passed out so they won't hear us."

"As long as you'll be with me... I don't think I would be scared..."

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Word Count: 1,093

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