When The Day Is Dead
“Hey, Eds.” Richie greets with a grin, leaning on the lockers that are placed next to Eddie’s.
“”Hey,” Eddie says distractedly as he shoves books into his locker, swapping them out for others.
“Got any plans for tonight?” Richie asks, smile still upon his lips.
“Umm, I don’t think so.” Eddie hums in thought, closing his locker. “Why? Do you want to hang out tonight or something?” Eddie smiles as equally as wide as Richie.
“Yeah,” Richie nods. “Look, I know your mom doesn’t ‘believe’ in Halloween or whatever, but I wanted to invite you to the pumpkin patch. My parents and I are going and I really want you to come.”
Eddie’s insides nearly burst into flames. Going to a pumpkin patch with a boy he’s been in love with since he can remember? He’d be an idiot to pass this up.
“I’d love to,” Eddie nods, lips hurting from smiling so much. “But what will I tell my mom?” Eddie’s smile fades at the thought of her.
“Just tell her that you’re hanging out with all of us. Big movie night or somethin’.”
“Okay,” Eddie’s smile returns. Eddie whips out his phone and types a quick message to his mother, Sonia responding shortly after. She doesn’t seem to suspect a thing and that fills Eddie glee.
The bell rings, signaling that the last class is starting. The two decide to meet at Richie’s car after school. The last class felt like a drag to both of them. Both boys are eager to meet and head to the pumpkin patch.
When class ends, Eddie nearly books it to Richie’s car after, not wanting to waste any time. He makes it before Richie, testing to see if the car is unlocked - it is. He gives a soft, evil giggle and gets in the passenger side of the car. He props his feet on the dash and leans back into the seat with a pleased sigh. Only a few moments later, Richie arrives.
“Ready to go, Eds?” Richie asks as he starts the car.
“Aren’t your parents coming too?” Eddie asks, setting his feet on the floor, putting his seatbelt on.
“Well…” Richie sighs. “I kind of lied. They’re not coming, it’s just us.” Richie explains, keeping his eyes on the steering wheel while Eddie stays silent. Little does Richie know, Eddie’s heart is practically pounding out of his chest. “I hope that’s okay.” Richie says softly.
“Of course it’s okay,” Eddie can’t help but blush, knowing his cheeks are burning bright red. “I don’t mind. I think it’ll be fun.” he smiles widely, his eyes glowing.
“Okay,” Richie can’t help but giggle, butterflies swarming in his stomach.
The drive there wasn’t too terribly long, or maybe it was and the two were busy talking to even notice the distance. As they arrive, Eddie is taken away by all the pumpkins surrounding them.
“Woah,” he gasps, spinning in a slow circle to take everything in. “I haven’t seen so many pumpkins in my life!”
Richie laughs at Eddie’s reaction, wanting so badly to kiss him at this moment. It takes everything in him to refrain. Instead, he breathes out in a dreamy manner, looking at Eddie adoringly.
“What do you want to do first? Pumpkins? Corn maze? Hay ride?” Richie lists off. Eddie’s eyes go wide at all the options.
“Can we do the corn maze?” Eddie bounces on his heels.
“Haunted or regular?” Richie asks. Eddie nearly death glares at him as he already knows the answer. “Regular it is!” Richie chuckles and starts to lead the way. God, does he wish he could hold Eddie’s hand right now. The temptation of it is nearly unbearable. The two enter the maze, finding their way pretty easily until Richie gets them all twisted about.��
“Wait,” Richie says as he turns around slowly. “I think we go this way.” he points to the left. Eddie sighs.
“Richie, dumbass, we just came from that way.”
“No, we came from this way.” Richie motions confidently towards the right. Eddie rubs his temples as he takes another deep exhale.
“Just let me lead the way,” Eddie says as he walks ahead of Richie.
“You’re going to make us more lost!” Richie shouts as he catches up to Eddie.
“You were the one that got us lost!” Eddie turns around to face Richie, looking up at him. “We were doing fine and now-“ Eddie cuts himself off, shaking his head. “Fine. You lead the way.”
“Gladly,” Richie puffs out his chest, cheesy grin playing on his lips. “Follow me, Eds! I’ll get us out of here, easy peasy.”
“Okay,” Eddie gives a soft giggle as he now follows Richie knowing he’ll turn them in circles over and over. Eddie lets it happen until he can’t take it anymore.
“Okay, you’ve led us in the wrong direction every time, listen to what I say!” Eddie huffs, crossing his arms, Richie finding him completely adorable.
The two continue on, bickering and playfully bantering. Eventually, they exit the maze an hour later.
“We made it!” Richie cheers, fist pumping the air.
“Fucking finally,” Eddie groans, throwing his head back. “Can we pick pumpkins now?” he looks at Richie, a wide smile now painted on his lips.
“Yes,” Richie nods. Him and Eddie walk slowly towards that field of pumpkins, them laughing during conversation.
“Which one do I pick?” Eddie asks as his eyes scan all the pumpkins before him.
“Whichever you want. Short and fat, tall and skinny. Tall and fat or short and skinny. It’s all up to you, Eds.” Eddie looks around some more before spotting the perfect one.
“Oh! I want this one!”
“This one’s mine!”
They both speak simultaneously, grabbing for the same pumpkin, hands brushing against each other.
“Oh,” Eddie burns bright red. “You can have it.” he says sheepishly as he pulls his hand away.
“No,” Richie smiles, picking up the pumpkin and handing it to Eddie. “She’s all yours.”
“Really?” Eddie asks, grabbing the pumpkin, cheeks still flushed.
“Yeah, of course!” Richie says in a cheery tone. “You've never been before and I want you to have the best pumpkin.”
Eddie hugs the pumpkin close, following Richie around until he spots one that he likes. They go to the booth and pay, the two fighting over who pays and who doesn’t. Richie, before Eddie can get any money out, pays for both of the pumpkins.
“I hate you,” Eddie tries to say seriously, but fails.
“Oh, you love me, Eds.” Richie laughs, only half-joking. He hopes deep down Eddie loves him in the way he loves Eddie.
“I do,” Eddie mutters softly. It’s not a lie. He’s in love with Richie.
The night begins to fall and the two decide to walk back to the car and head home to Richie’s house. Eddie loves Richie’s house. His parents are so sweet and loving and caring. He could spend eternity there and never get tired. It’s his happy place; his safe haven.
“We’re homeeee!” Richie marches inside, holding his pumpkin in the air. Eddie follows after him.
“Hi, boys!” Maggie greets as she walks out from the kitchen. “How was it?”
“It was amazing,” Eddie chirps. “I had so much fun. We even did the corn maze!" he sets his pumpkin on the ground.
“And how was that?” she asks again, a warm smile on her lips.
“We…” Eddie tries to find the right words. “We eventually made it.” he gives a soft laugh.
“Well I’m glad you two had a good time. I set out all your pumpkin carving supplies outside if you want to carve them.”
Richie and Eddie make their way to the back door, turning on the porch light as he does so. They set their pumpkins on the back table, stab them with knives and take out the guts. Richie grabs some of the seeds and goo, raises it above his hand up, acting as if he’s going to throw it at Eddie.
“Don’t you fucking dare!” Eddie screeches.
“Oh, or what?” Richie asks playfully.
“I’ll knock your teeth to the back of your throat, bitch.” Eddie threatens. Richie can’t help but laugh.
“I’ll knock your teeth to the back of your throat, bitch.” Richie mocks.
“Get out of here,” Eddie nudges Richie with his shoulder. The two goof around, deciding to carve out silly faces. Wentworth comes out with two small candles and Maggie with two steaming mugs.
“Cider for you, and cider for you.” she says as she hands them the mugs.
“Let’s light these!” Richie says enthusiastically placing a candle in his pumpkin and burning it, Eddie copying his actions.
Maggie and Wentworth stay outside for a minute to enjoy the glow of the pumpkins and the company of the boys. It was only a few moments later that the parents go back inside. Richie and Eddie stand there in comfortable silence for some time until Richie breaks it.
“Eds?” Richie asks seriously.
“Hmm?” Eddie hums in question.
“I have to tell you something…” Richie pauses. “Something important.”
“You can tell me anything.” Eddie says sincerely, turning his head to look at Richie, only the glow of the candles in the pumpkins lighting up Richie’s face. Another long pause.
“I… I like you.” Richie finally says. “A lot and I have for a really long time.”
“You do?” Eddie asks, complete shock washing over him. Richie bites his lip and nods.
“Well…” Eddie says bashfully. “I like you too.” he bats his eyes.
There’s nothing more that can be said before they start kissing. Lips crashing against each other in a passionate kiss yet somewhat tender. The kiss lingers for quite some time, the two unable to get enough of each other.
“You have no idea how long I’ve wanted to do that,” Richie says breathlessly.
“Me too,” Eddie admits. “Now do it again.”
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happy halloween <3
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Richie and Georgie Misadventures Part 1
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Georgie was having a good day. Mom made pancakes with a face for breakfast, he was the first one to the monkey bars at recess, AND dad told Billy he had to walk home with him today.
So the kindergartner sat on the curb right outside the school office waiting for his big brother. Billy was doing a play right now so he had to practice reallllly late. Georgie didn’t mind waiting though! He is a big boy!
Well, Georgie didn’t mind waiting until at LEAST 12 hours had gone by. He is still yet to learn how to tell time but the snail he’d befriended managed to cross the entire sidewalk into the grass and the sun that was once in front of him now lingered behind the school.
“Well butter my butt and call me a biscuit! George Denbrough is that you?” a nasally southern accent called out.
Confused, Georgie turned around only to be instantly scooped up and turned upside down.
“What’re you doing out here, Squirt?”
Georgie lifted his gaze from his dangling arms to look at his captor, “RICHIE!” he squealed out. His brother’s friend began to poke his fingers into Georgie’s stomach from where he held him making the 5 year old squirm.
“RICHIEEE,” he giggled, “STOP- hahA-OP!”
Abandoning his quest to make Georgie’s insides become street art the older boy righted him whilst keeping a grip on his shoulders.
Only a bit disappointed to be back on the ground Georgie smiled up at Richie as he began to speak, “Is Billy with you?”
Richie gave him a confused look, “No? Is he not with you?” He began to turn around expecting the oldest Denbrough brother to appear out of thin air.
“Billy is in a play so he has to stay at school for SUPER long. But daddy said that we’re supposed to walk home together today so I waited for him like a big boy!” Puffing out his chest he posed to show Richie how tough he is.
Though his brow was furrowed, Richie laughed, “Woah there macho man don’t pull a muscle on me.” He shifted, “are you sure Bill knew you were walking together today it’s really late for rehearsals?”
Well duh Billy knew, daddy told them this morning? “Mhmm, my dad said so,” George considered himself very elephant eloquent for his young age.
Richie pondered this before a grin grew steadily on his face. “How would you like to ditch your boring old brother and walk back with me instead?”
Georgie thought about it, he really wanted to walk home with Billy today, he was the best! But Richie was also the best -Billy must be bester than best. Before the smaller boy could answer Richie spoke again.
“Cmon George! Don’t make me walk all alone,” he paused, “…I’ll give you a piggy back?”
Okay maybe Richie was also bester than best.
“OKAY!”
Richie bent down for Georgie to climb on his back and they started on their way to the Denbrough home.
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