PLEASE DON'T BITE-;

Todd studied his best friend’s features as she slipped into his house, trying to see if she was angry or upset with him but there wasn’t any evidence of either of those emotions. In fact, she was smiling so that had to be a good thing. At her question, he stayed quiet for a moment as he ran over the thoughts buzzing through his mind, ceasing his steps once he was standing right in front of Vienna, where he wanted to be. Reaching a hand out, he let his fingers caress her soft, pale pink cheeks, his thumb rubbing just along the outline of her mouth, his gaze lingering on the lips he had come to memorize during his sleepless nights with her beside him. Slowly, without any word, he lowered his head and finally, met his lips against hers in a kiss. A kiss that Vienna had been waiting for since she was only ten years old, a kiss that until just recently Todd didn’t know he yearned for. A kiss that he was hoping would answer her question. His hand that had been caressing her cheek tangled within her blonde waves as he kissed her softly before slowly pulling apart, his blue eyes flickering from her lips to meet her gaze, searching for some sort of reaction to his actions before the two seemed to simultaneously crash their lips back together again, this time in a more rushed, passionate way. His heart sped up as he grabbed her hips pressing her into the wall, his mind filling up with thoughts he could no longer push away as his urges took over. If this was a normal situation with Vienna, he would’ve went on about how he didn’t want to hurt her, didn’t want to use her to feed on though that night, he knew the pair was way past caring.

“It’s okay. It’s just still a bit sore. You should’ve seen the size of the guy I tried to pick a fight with. Don’t know what I was thinking, actually.” Logan mumbled in response to her apology, a small smile on his lips. “Well, I think Todd enjoys getting beat up. Probably enjoys the attention he gets from the ladies when he’s all bruised up. He’s been pummeled so many times, maybe that’s why he’s a bit slow.” He teased with a soft chuckle, steadying his footing before gently leaning into Vienna’s touch with a small sigh. “Thank you for this.” Logan said with a small glance in her direction as they headed towards her place.

After texting Vienna and letting her know that he was at his house, he slowly placed his cell phone down on the counter and let out a breath. Hopefully, she was coming over to tell him good things and to not yell at him again, he didn’t know how much more he could take of her being upset with him. He lost count of how many times he apologized. Slowly stepping in front of his bathroom mirror, he allowed himself a minute to glance over his appearance, letting out a groan at what he saw. It wasn’t usual he stressed over how he looked, especially for Vienna but at that moment, he thought he could look better. Quickly throwing on clothes that weren’t pajamas, he fixed his hair just in time to hear the door opening. He didn’t have time to fix his facial hair that he let grow far past his limit so he just hoped Vienna didn’t mind. “Hey.” He breathed as he entered the foyer, smiling nervously as he saw the blonde haired girl in his doorway, just thankful for the fact Logan had moved out already.

@vxennas

Todd watched the girl with a frown, staying silent at her words. He wasn’t the brightest person in the world so of course, all these years he had been unaware of the crush Vienna held for him even with all her attempts and hints that she dropped, he was oblivious to it all. Perhaps, something in him didn’t want to believe it, though. He still saw her as a best friend, his bright eyed, bleach blonde hair, laughing until milk came out of nose best friend. If they dated and something went wrong, what if everything they had been through all these years was lost? Just because of maybe some silly relationship? He couldn’t handle losing Vienna. He held his breath as he saw the girl begin to walk towards him and he took that as a good sign, though he stayed still and in his spot not wanting her to back away from him again. “It wasn’t something I realized until now..” Todd mumbled before frowning at her actions as she attempted to push him, her words taken by surprise and he began to stutter out a reply. “What? Vienna, no! Of course not!” He said in a certain tone, shaking his head. 

Todd: Yes, okay. Yes I did. Is that what you want to hear?

Todd: I woke up in the middle of the night and saw you pressed against my chest and I counted the freckles on your cheeks, the ones you can't stand. I watched how soundly you slept, the way your lips were barely parted, the way your chest heaved up and down as you breathed.

Todd: Even fast asleep at three in the morning, you still manage to look beautiful.

Vivi: ...wow...

Vivi: I...don't know what to say...

“I wasn’t thinking straight. I just started typing and by the time the message was sent, I didn’t realize what I had said. I didn’t know if you would come if I just said that.” Todd mumbled with a small frown as she mentioned her date and how upset the man had been with her. He never intended for her to get called any names. As she held out a hand to stop him, Todd quickly stopped in his tracks, realizing she didn’t want him anywhere near him at that moment. It was hard for Todd to stay in that spot and not move forward to comfort her, even if it was him that was the cause of her anger. He had been a few times before and Todd always knew it would blow over soon and she would allow him back in again. Hopefully, this would be like one of those times again. “I was jealous, Vi. I..you said you we’re going to sleep with this guy and..and I lost it. I never wanted to make you angry or make that guy call you names. I just needed you with me..I needed to hold you.” He spoke softly, watching her closely.

Logan knew Vienna just by word of the mouth, Todd spoke about her often and he saw pictures though he never had the pleasure of meeting the girl in person. Now that he has seen her..he could understand his brothers big fuss about her. She was beautiful. As he felt her fingers brush along his bruises, Logan flinched away from her touch. “Sure did. See, I’m not a boxer like Todd. Someone has to remind me I’m not invincible when I’m drunk. Nor when I’m sober either.” He chuckled softly, raising an eyebrow at her words. “You can’t escape us Sitek’s.” Logan teased, glancing at her outstretched hand as it was offered to him. “Dunno. We’ll find out, won’t we?” He groaned quietly as he grabbed a hold of her hand and slowly pushed himself off the concrete floor, stumbling slightly on his feet.

Logan was resting his tired head in his hands, his head throbbing from the punch and the alcohol, feeling too drunk to get up and try walking back to his house. It wasn’t until he heard the sound of someone saying his name and feeling a shadow cast over him that he slowly picked up his head, his vision adjusting to see the figure standing in front of him. “Vienna?” Logan said, glancing up at the pretty blonde woman, the bruise evident on his features. “I..uh, got kicked out of the pub. Started a fight. Can you believe it?” He asked, letting out a slight chuckle.

Todd: That's not true, Vi.

Todd: I didn't text you that night because I was looking for someone random, useless girl to feed on. I wanted you with me. I wanted us to snuggle in bed and talk, like we always do. I wanted to feel your head on my chest and breathe in the smell of your perfume.

Todd: I wanted to wake up in the middle of the night and see you still tangled in my arms. I didn't text you to be a booty call, Vienna. I swear. Please, believe me.

Vivi: It is true...you just said it, or was that another lie?

[ Five Minutes Later. ]

Todd forced himself to glance up at Vienna after a few moments silence, preparing himself for what her reaction would be. It was completely expected. The way her features fell, the way she looked at him with such disappointment, it made Todd’s stomach churn. All he wanted was for Vienna to be with him that night..to keep her away from the date she was supposed to be on but he lied in order to achieve that and now, the woman barely even wanted to look his way. “I’m sorry..” He whispered, shaking his head slightly. “I wasn’t..I didn’t mean to frighten you, Vi. I just needed you. I didn’t know how else to get you to come. Please, don’t be angry with me.” He pleaded, stepping towards her slowly.

Todd: Vi, come on.

Todd: You're never going to let me forget that, are you?

Todd: Yes, something switched. I stopped seeing that ten year old girl who used to push me around on the playground and instead saw a beautiful woman that has been with me through thick and thin..no matter how big of a jerk I might be at times.

Todd: That night, I needed you as more than a best friend.

Vivi: No.

Vivi: And no.

Vivi: It took you this long. This fucking long Todd. Glad to finally get my recognition...Thanks.

Todd still remained silent even with Vienna’s numerous questions, running his hand through his blonde hair as his gaze lingered on the nearest object he could put his focus on instead, trying to clear his mind before turning and speaking to her. Vienna already caught him in the act so lying would only make things worse for him at this moment. He knew his behavior and quiet demeanor was probably causing Vienna’s state of mind to worsen but he didn’t know what to say, didn’t know how to explain to her what exactly he was feeling because he couldn’t even begin to understand what was going on. “I..I didn’t..” He began, letting out a loud sigh, his fingers scratching the scruffy hair that was growing in on his cheeks, a shave being much needed. “I might’ve bent the truth a bit..I mean, it’s been a few since I’ve fed but I’m not starving like I made you think.” Todd told her, speaking in a slow voice, his gaze fixed on Vienna as he watched for any sort of reaction. “I just..you said you were going on a date and..and I wanted you here with me.” He mumbled.