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Chapter 8- Kiss

June 21, 1989
6:45pm
Eddie's PoV:
Eddie ran out of the arcade, tears running down his face. He was in disbelief of what he had just witnessed. Connor kissed Richie. Did Richie kiss back?

A sharp sensation stung his sensitive heart. What was this feeling? He hated the way it hurt. It angered him, whispered untrue things in his ears, tearing up his self esteem. He unlocked his bike and sped home, the cool summer breeze tangling his brunette hair, whistling in his ears. A few sobs escaped his throat. He felt hurt. But... He wasn't sure why. Did Eddie like Richie? No, of course not. They had just met and Eddie isn't gay... right? No. No of course he isn't. He's never even kissed a boy. Or a girl for that matter. Did he want to kiss a girl? Not really. Did he want to kiss a boy? ...It wouldn't hurt to try...

With the loud crashing of his bike in the garage, Eddie rushed inside and up the stairs into his room, ignoring the worried calls of his mother. He hid in his closet, clothes surrounding him as if they were friends seeking to comfort his friend. All the young brunette could do was sob. Sob his eyes out until they stung, were red and puffy and his nose, stuffy. He looked at his watch. 7:00pm.

Richie's PoV:
He pulled away immediately, looking down at his string. It faded a little but returned back to normal.
"What the fuck dude?!" Richie raised his voice a little.
"What's the problem? I thought you were gay...?" Connor questioned as he found himself confused.
Richie didn't know how to answer. Only his friends knew...
"Maybe... What if I am? I don't like you that way, Connor."
"What? Do you like that Wheezy kid? I've seen you two out in the town. It's pretty pathetic, honestly. You know, like how he has to bring that stupid ass inhaler with him."
"Shut the fuck up. Don't talk about Eddie like that!" Richie's fists clenched, his blood boiling.
"What are you going to do about it, faggot?"

Tired of the toxic words, Richie punched Connor square in the nose. This caused the other boy's nose to bleed but Richie didn't give a shit, honestly. The ravenette left the arcade without saying a word to his friends. As he walked down the street, skateboard in hand, he caught a glimpse of the clocktower in town square. 7.00pm.

Sept. 21st, 1989

It's been 3 months since the incident. 2 months since Richie and Eddie had gotten a lot closer and 1 month since Eddie had started questioning his sexuality. At the present time, the second week of school is coming to an end. A Thursday to be exact. Richie and Eddie are sat in their 6th period classes, taking notes and making fun of each other in a friendly way.

Eddie is dressed in a yellow sweater, denim overalls over it, red converse and Richie's hoodie tied around his waist. This is the same hoodie that the lanky teen had gave Eddie in the arcade all of those months ago. Richie, wearing a worn out jean jacket, over a Queen shirt. Paired with ripped jeans and worn out black vans.

"Hey Eds so, I have an idea." Richie fessed.
"What's up, Rich?"
"So I was wondering if I can show you something.. like after school or whatever?" Richie adjusted his glasses and felt his cheeks heat up.
"Yeah, sure. Class ends in like half an hour or so, so we can go after that." Eddie accepted the offer.

"Yeah, ok. Cool."

Their math class dragged on for what seemed like forever. As soon as the bell went off, signalling the school day had concluded, the pair had ran out of the doors, Richie grabbed his skateboard from his locker and Eddie had unlicked his bike out at the front of the school. The two met up but as they did, students fave weird looks as they saw their string. But Reddie didn't care.

The chilly autumn air stung their faces as Eddie followed his friend to a secret spot. Not long later they arrived at a field. Wild flowers decorated the vast, lush land in front of them. They walked to a space in the center and sat down.

"This place is beautiful, Rich."

"I know, right? This is like a safe space for me. Where I can get away from everyone.."

The boys spent a while admiring the view and occasionally looked at the other. A quick glance.

"Um, Richie I need to tell you something."

"What's up Eds?"

"I've been questioning my sexuality and since you're you know.. gay.. I was wondering if you had any advice." Eddie played with his sleeves, looking down and avoiding eye contact with the attractive boy infront of him.

"Ah, that's easy Eddie Spaghetti. You need to experiment."

"How the fuck do I do that?" Eds asked.

"Well the way I found out.. I kissed a girl but I knew instantly that it was wrong. I like boys."

"I don't want to kiss a boy, 'Chee. I can't take the the confusion anymore. It's eating me up inside! Can you help me.. please?"

"Yeah, of course just tell me when you're ready."

"I-...I'm ready now."

"You sure?" Richie double checked.

"M-mhm..."

About 20 seconds later, Richie lifted Eddie's chin and the smaller boy was met with a soft, warm pair of lips on his. The doe-eyed beauty hesitated before kissing back. Richie placed a hand on the other's cheek and about 12 seconds later, pulled away. Both boys felt sparks, saw fireworks but were too scared to admit it.

"So...?" Richie asked.

"Uh.. I think I am... you know, gay. Thank you Richie."

"It's no problem, Eds."

"Um, I should get going." Eddie stood up quickly. "It's getting late."

"Yeah, uh go ahead. I'm going to stay here for a little bit longer." Richie adjusted his glasses.

"Bye 'Chee."

"Bye Eds."

A/N- HOLY FUCK IM PISSED AT WATTPAD! I'VE HAD TO WRITE THIS FICE FUCKING TIMES AND IM SO HAPPY THAT IM DONE!
Hope you enjoyed the chapter, sorry if it feels like their soon-to-be relationship is rushed, i'll try to slow it down a little.
~Alyx
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