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Chapter I: Brittney's party

Jessica Dixon was one of the most popular girls in Derry high. she had golden wavy hair and beautiful long legs that flattered the mini skirts and dresses that she usually wore. she was slightly shorter than Eddie which made her perfect in his eyes because the other shorter girls in school weren't that cute. sometimes before bed or in English classes that he shared with her, he liked to imagine what would happen if they'd date, maybe his friends (especially Richie) will stop making fun of his flirting abilities or stop calling him a virgin even though he's not.

SATURDAY

~11:45am~

AT LUNCH

'common eds you can't miss this party' Richie begged his friend to come to Brittany's, Jessica's best friend's party.

'people say it'll be the biggest party of the year!' Beverly added.

'but guys... ma would literally murder me...' Eddie said.

'what if you will just sneak out of your window at midnight sharp  and I'll ride you there' Stanley suggested.

'I-I don't know'

'and then you can just sleepover at Bill's or Richie's cause their parents never care anyways' Ben said.

's-s-sorry g-guys but n-no way he's s-staying at my house' Bill said looking at Stan cause they both knew why.

'then you'll stay at Richie's no problem' Stanley said. 'and winked at Richie when nobody saw a he was them only one who knew about his feelings towards Eddie.

'wait what about the next morning?' Eddie panicked a bit.

'just say that you went early to school to work on a science project or something' mike improvised.

'but it's on a weekend' Ben pointed out.

Don't worry' Richie reassured him by putting his hand on his shoulder '...say that you had detention for example' 'Eddie was about to interrupt him but Richie continued right away 'aand that your whole class was there and that it's not your fault but you went anyway to not get into trouble.' Richie said'

Eddie gasped 'alright then' he smiled back at Richie and started to blush while Richie's heart was beating faster and faster. They looked deeply into each other's eyes for what felt like forever until the bell rang and they both went to separate ways. Eddie was aware of his feelings for Richie but he didn't know what they meant. Is it something beyond friendship? Or is it what you usually feel towards your best friend? He never wanted to make the first move out of fear of rejection of course, but also because of the possibility that Richie isn't gay or if he himself isn't gay and he just misunderstood his feelings, it would be so embarrassing and would ruin their friendship as well. He preferred not to think about it too deeply

SATURDAY

~12:14am~

AT EDDIE'S

Stanley, Bill and mike were waiting for Eddie in Stanley's car listening to music when Eddie finally hopped on the front seat

'what took you so long?' Stanley asked irritated pulling out of there.

'sorry I was looking for my inhaler' Eddie lied.

The real reason it took him so long is because he was choosing a cute outfit. He was wearing long sleeved striped tee-shirt with black denim shorts, white socks and air force ones

When they arrived the party already started. They went to the backyard where was a huge pool with people in their underwear dancing inside. Few feet away the other losers were standing. Richie and Beverly were smoking while Ben was just standing there talking to them. Richie was in a white tee shirt, leather jacket and black jeans and converses. As soon as Richie saw them he shouted at Eddie.

'nice outfit spaghetti'

'look good yourself trashmouth' Eddie replied on his way to them satisfied that at least someone appreciates it.

'and also' said Eddie when was already there 'don't call me that'

'I know you like it' said Richie not knowing that it's true.

'fuck you' Eddie rolled his eyes.

'want some?' Richie offered him his joint.

'Hell yeah' he took a puff 'only cause I'm staying at your place'

Then he cough a bit in confusion 'wait... is that grass?'

'sorry I though y'-

'its okay' he took another puff 'I kinda like it'

Then he passed him the joint and for a quick moment their fingers touched what made Richie's heart beat a little faster for that moment and it felt as if they were alone their passing back and forwards the joint and talking even thought everyone around them was kinda talking plus loud ass music was coming from inside the house.

'Ayo fuckers come play seven minutes in heaven upstairs if you got balls!!!'

Shouted a girl from the balcony with long black hair and hooded eyes named Vanessa, Jessica's and Brittany's best friend.