Tord's P.O.V

Once I made it back to my room, I pulled a notepad from my desk and a pen. Sitting in the middle of my bed I pulled out my phone and clicked Andrew's contact. He and Bethany had all of our numbers since grade school. I always thought it was cute how they were so overprotective with him. Now I know why.

Chewing on the end of the pen nervously I listened to the phone ring. Much to my liking, Andrew picked up,

"Tord?"

I smiled, "Andrew! I have something to ask of you....its about Tom."

Andrew hummed, "What is it...?"

Leaning my back against my headboard, I closed my eyes, "I want to know everything about this new side of Tom. Like how does he act? What does he eat? I just wanna know everything...."

The line went quiet for a bit before he answered, "Free whatever plans you have, boy. If you want to know everything, it's gonna take some time....Tom in his monster form is like a completely different person."

I pressed the tip of my own to the paper, "Well then start talking. I have all day."

Worst decision of my life. It really was. After nearly three hours my hand was cramping and my head hurt from the new information.

Andrew had told me all he knew and I'll admit, even if it was alot and took up so much time, it was all very valuable information. Stuff I didn't expect from Tom.

I would've never thought Tom's monster form preferred female clothing over male clothing. Nor did I think he had a mental age of a 7 year old while in that form. But if I didn't see it for myself, I would've laughed at Andrew for saying that about Tom. If I recall correctly Andrew said, and I quote, "Tom is is like a whore in a child's mindset" while he is in that form.

There is a hole lot of other cool and informative stuff Andrew told me, but I wont bore you guys with that.

After hearing all this stuff, I wanted to witness all of it. I am not going to wait for his next heat, because his emotions shift a bit during that time. All he is worried about is someone touching him. Somehow I need to convince Tom to do it now, while he is out of heat to see if everything I was told is true.

Perhaps I can get Edd to help. He's pretty good at manipulating Tom into doing things. Come to think of it, Edd and Matt came home a while ago. Well lets go talk to Edd....

Getting up with a groan I made my way to the living room. Edd sat on the couch with legs crossed. His laptop sat on the table across from him and he had his drawing tablet sitting nicely on his lap as he scribbled away. I rolled my eyes and plopped down beside him, causing him to grip to the sides of his tablet so it wouldn't fall, "What is it, Tord?" His voice carried a hint of aggravation.

I respond to his slight scowl with a smile, "I have told you to stop working in the living room. Hunching over your tablet is going to kill your back. At least at your desk or at the kitchen table you can draw without needing to hunch over." My smile was one he gets often. One that says 'Listen to me. You know i'm right.'

With an over-dramatic eye roll, Edd leaned over and shut his laptop, "There happy? Now what do you want? You always nag or change subjects when you are trying to avoid something you want to say."

I leaned back on the couch and placed my hands behind my head, "That is incorrect."

"Oh no that is very much true. You are doing it right now, trying to get me off topic by arguing instead of actually telling me."

Huffing in defeat I closed my eyes, "So I called Andrew-"

Edd cut me off, "Love it already." He said sarcastically, "Why did you call?"

Glaring at him slightly for cutting me off I continued, "I called him because I wanted to know more about Tom."

"Oh now i'm intrigued....please do tell me more." Edd placed elbow on his knee and rested his chin on the palm of his hand.

I smirked, knowing Edd would hold at least some interest in the topic, "I won't tell you anything...." Edd frowned upon hearing that, "But I can show you...."

Edd sat a bit straighter with a frown still present on his face, "Show me....?"

Humming quietly, I nodded, "The only problem is that in order to show you, I need you to convince Tom to shift into his monster form thing."

Disgust burst across Edd's face, "Is this one of your sick ways of hooking up with Tom? Your a sick bastard. You know Tom has no control over his actions like that. "

Gasping in offence I stood up, in what most would call in an intimidating way, and jabbed my finger into Edd's chest, "I am NOT that kind of person!" I growled angrily, "I respect Tom for who he is, and just because he is different doesn't mean I will treat him like an animal! My feelings for Tom do not contradict anything I was going to show you..." I shoved my hands in my pocket to prevent myself from breaking something and took a deep breath, "I wanted to know everything there is to know about Tom.... So I called Andrew and asked him to tell me. Of course I got curious and wanted to see all I was told for myself. There is a lot more to Tom than you think. It's not all sex to him. That just overpowers everything else. I wanted to see this new side of Tom. Apparently, him during heat and him just being in that form are two very different personas."

Edd's mouth gaped open in shock, resembling a fish out of water. I tapped my foot while he gathered his thoughts to form a proper sentence, "Yeah I know there is more to this new side of Tom... Just- I'm sorry. I'm always so quick to judge you."

Shrugging nonchalantly I flopped back down on the couch, "Moat people are. Why so I still get offended? Who knows...Can you get Tom or not?"

"Oh yeah sure...." He said awkwardly before scampering off. I smiled softly. Edd is a big and intimidating guy, but he has a heart of gold. He is like a big teddy bear. But piss him off and the teddy bear turns to a grizzly bear. But as even with hid dramatic mood changes we know he usually has good intentions for doing so.

But putting that all aside I thought of the things Tom would do. Andrew told me a lot of his little antics but I am not sure I will get him to show them. Oh well as long as we have a better view of Tom for a better understanding of him.

Edd walked back into the living room with a very nervous Tom following him. Taking a seat on a recliner, Edd leaned back slightly and smiled softly. I mimicked his actions and placed my hands behind my head. We probably look enigmatic as fuck. Probably why he is so nervous. Oh well.

None of us spoke a word. Edd and I merely kept our eyes trained on Tom who was shifting uncomfortably under our gaze. Getting just about enough of it, Tom balled up his fists in a anxious manner, "What do you two want...?" He asked with slight fear present in his confident voice.

Edd and I met gazes. I raised my eyebrow at Edd and he sighed, "I can't do it....But i know who will." Before I can ask Edd took a deep breath and bellowed, "Matt!!!"

Tom jumped slightly from Edd's suddenly raised voice, "What the fuck are you two planning.....?"

Ignoring him I scoffed, "Do you seriously think Matt can do this?"

"I do. Is that a problem?" Edd responded with a slight glare.

"No..." I mumbled.

Edd hummed, "Okay then shut the fuck up."

Matt came into the living room, blowing at his wet nails. He stopped and looked at the lot of us, "Oh house meeting?" He sat on the arm on the recliner Edd was sitting on, "What are we discussing?"

"We aren't discussing anything." Tom huffed.

"Tom sit down." I said slightly annoyed. This caused my accent to come out really thick, making it sound more like I was pissed at him.

Tom flinched and obediently sat on the coffee table so he was still in front of us. Matt cleared his throat, "So umm.... why are we gathered here?" Edd cuffed his hand around Matt's ear and whispered to him. His eyes widen slightly, "What? Why the heck do you want me to do that?"

I grabbed Matt's wrist gently and pulled him closer to me and mimicked Edd's movements, "It's so we have more of a clear view on Tom. So we know how to treat Tom if he is ever in some kind of conflict."

Matt bit his lip and sighed, "Fine i'll do it." He looked at the both of us, "But I have no idea why you are whispering about it." He moved to sit next to Tom on the coffee table.

Tom stiffened slightly as Matt took his hands, "What is going on Matt....A-are you guys going to kick me out.....?" all of our eyes widened at his statement but before any of us could say anything he continued to talk. His voice got really shaky and looked like he was going to cry, "I-I know I'm different than you guys b-but I'm still the same Tom you know....Is it b-because I am more like a girl th-than you guys expected...?"

Matt squeezed Tom's hand and I leaned over. This made Tom flinch but I Ignored it and placed my hand on his cheek gently, "Why do you always assume the worst, Tom? We would never dream of kicking you out. Sure you aren't completely human but that's what makes living with you better."

Edd joined in, "Yeah Tom, not everyone can say they have a friend that can turn into a monster."

Matt added to it, "Yeah we have so much more to learn about you. We thought we knew everything about you but we were wrong. There is so much more to you."

"Then why did you guys pull me from my room? Why were you whispering?"

Matt sighed softly and kept hold of Tom's hand, "We-....We were hoping that you can turn monster...so that....we can- we can learn more about you."

Tom jerked his hand away, "What...?"

Sighing I got up from the couch and kneeled in front of Tom, "We are only asking so we can understand this better. We are your friends. We want you to be comfortable as yourself around us. But in order for you to be comfortable we need to understand your other personalities."

Tom looked at the three of us, "Do I have to?"

Edd smiled softly, "No, but we will like it if you did."

Tom shook his head, "I don't think you guys will like that version of me very much..."

"I am sure we will love that version of you just as much as we love you now." Matt assured.

Tom glanced at me and I gave him a nod of encouragement. He sighed and gave a slight nod, "Okay..."

All three of us smiled. Tom closed his eyes and took a deep breath. Something cracked and Tom cringed in pain. Horns sprouted from his head slowly. As slim black tail peaked out from behind him. We watched the transformation in amazement.

Tom opened his eyes and looked at us. We stared back; none of us knew what to say. Tom's face shifted to discomfort, "Don't stare at me...." He whined. His voice was a higher pitch and he looked so venerable. The Tom we know is clearly not present right now.

We all looked away and Tom played with his fingers. I leaned towards Edd and Matt, "Andrew told me he isn't one to talk around people because he is shy, but if you get him to talk or if he gets used to you he can go on for hours."

They nodded and Matt was the first to talk, "So Tom....Do you want some cookies?" Toms black orbs for eyes widened and he nodded. Matt giggled, "Well then I'll be right back." He got up and walked into the kitchen.

Edd tried this time, "Tom?" Tom hummed and looked at Edd, "Do you remember who we are?" Once again Tom nodded, "Then why are you not talking?" Tom shrugged and looked down at his lap.

Edd and I shared a glance and I tried, "Tom, you know you don't have to be shy with us. We know you and you know us. So please look at me." Tom hesitantly looked up at me with a small blush, "Can you say my name for me?" Tom bit his lip and nodded, "Then tell me."

Tom ringed his hands in the sleeves of his hoodie, "Y-Your name is Tord...."

I smiled and nodded, "That's right! And his name?" I pointed at Edd who also gave Tom a smile.

"That's Edd...."

I hummed and smiled more at his cuteness. Matt walked in with the cookies and a glass of milk, "And his name?"

"Matt...."

Matt giggled, "Yeah that's me." He placed the plate of cookies and glass down by Tom on the coffee table, "Do you mind sitting on the floor while you eat?"

Tom shook his head and slid off the table and sat on the floor with his legs crossed. He took a cookie off the plate and held it with both hands. He hummed happily before biting into the cookie. We all cooed as Tom ate happily.

Once Tom was done eating, He sipped his milk cutely and looked at the three of us. Matt squealed and pulled Tom close to him with enough force, making Tom spill the milk all over the floor and on himself. Tom squeaked at the sudden movement and whined because the milk got in him. Matt ignored this and squeezed him tightly, "Oh you're so adorable!!"

Tom blushed at the statement but tried pulling away from Matt's grip. I sighed and stood up, "Matt, Tom got all dirty. Let me see him."

"Oh I didn't notice!" Matt let go of Tom and I picked Tom up.

Tom instantly wrapped his legs around my waist and I blushed softly, "Well erm....I'm gonna get Tom in clean clothes..."

Edd raised an eyebrow at me, "I am sure Tom can get dressed on his own. He isn't a child. Stay here were Matt and I can see you."

I clenched my jaw, "Tom is very dependent on others in this form." My voice was tense and held some anger, "I am just trying to help. I will not do anything. I thought I had already cleared that up with you."

Edd narrowed his eyes at me and crossed his arms, "Hurry back."

Huffing angrily I turned to Tom's room. Setting on him on his bed I turned to his dresser to get one of his sweaters. When I opened the drawer I felt a tug on the back of my hoodie, "Humm?" I turned around only to see Tom had gotten off the bed and was standing behind me. He had his hands behind his back and his eyes were trained on his bare feet. Him just being naturally shorter than me, I had to look down at him, "What's wrong, Tom?"

Tom picked up his head to look at me, "Why is Eddie mad...?" He asked quietly.

Sighing I picked him up and placed him back on his bed and handing him Tomee Bear, "Edd and I just got in a small argument earlier."

I turned back to the dresser and Tom hugged his bear close, "Tordy...?"

Blushing slightly at the name I cleared my throat, "What?"

Tom brought his knees to his chest, "Did I cause the fight...?"

Grabbing a turtleneck I turned back to Tom, "Umm....Not necessarily....Edd just doesn't trust me."

"I trust you." Tom smiled cutely.

I chuckled, "That's good to know...arms up please." Tom set down his bear and lifted his arms and I pulled off his hoodie and t-shirt. I slipped on the large turtleneck on him. He hummed and picked his bear back up. I picked him up and took him back to the living room.

Setting him down on the couch I sat next to him. Edd looked between us two and I rolled him eyes in annoyance but didn't say anything. Tom looked at us two and scooted closer to Matt and hugged his arm, "Ummm....I think you guys are making him uncomfortable..." Matt hesitantly said, wrapping an arm around Tom's shoulder in a protective manner.

Edd broke eye contact and looked at Tom with a smile, "Sorry Tom. Didn't mean to make you uncomfortable. Come here." Edd offered a hand to Tom.

He hesitantly took it and He pulled Tom on his lap. I clenched my jaw as Edd pet Tom. Taking a deep breath I put on a smile, "Are you comfortable with talking now, Tom?"

"Yeah." Tom responded with a smile. He spotted Ringo lounging on her bed in the corner of the room and he gasped, "Kitty!" He scrambled off Edd's lap and picked up Ringo. He giggled and scratched behind Ringo's ear. Tom sat next to me on the couch carefully and placed Ringo on his lap. Ringo purred from the attention she was receiving and Tom had a big smile on his face.

I smiled at the sight and took a picture. Tom jumped at the flash and Ringo hissed and jumped off. Tom looked heartbroken, "Tordy, you scared her away!" He then noticed my phone and tried to look at the screen, "What did you take a picture of?"

Chuckling I let Tom crawl onto my lap to look at my phone, "I took a picture to send to your mom."

Tom blushed and shook his head, "Noooo don't send anything to Mommy!" He begged.

I pressed send, "To late."

"Tordy!" Tom wined.

Almost Instantly Bethany replied and I mimicked her voice to read out the message, "Oh my cute baby! This is the most adorable thing I have ever seen! Tord you have to send me more pictures of my precious boy!" Tom blushed heavily and hid his face against my chest while Edd and Matt cooed.

I chuckled at his reaction and ran a hand through his hair, "See Tom, everyone thinks you are the cutest thing ever."

Tom clutched to my hoodie and shook his head in disagreement. Matt sighed, "Wow even as a little ray of sunshine, you still have no self confidence..."

Tom moves his head and stuck his tongue out. I shook my head while Edd leaned over to scratch behind Tom's ear and spoke my mind, "No, it's just Tom's thing to not take complements. Even if he is the cutest thing ever he would never accept the fact. Human or monster he will refuse to be told he is cute." Tom purred and nodded in agreement while nuzzling his head against Edd's hand.

Edd chuckled and stood up, pulling Tom from my lap. Tom squeaked and giggled as Edd placed him on his shoulders. He clung to Edd's head for support and Edd chuckled. The sight made my blood boil but I didn't dare say anything. Another fight with Edd is the last thing I need. As long as he doesn't Try anything I'm fine.

Taking notice at my sudden tenseness Matt placed a hand on my knee, "I'm gonna go to the kitchen... want anything?" I raised an eyebrow at him, He already knew the answer, "You sure...?" When I didn't respond he merely shook his head, "Fine..."

Before Matt left the living room I called after him and he stop to look at me, "Bring the whole bottle? God knows I'm gonna need it...."

Matt's face showed visible disappointment but didn't tell me no. He stalked off into the kitchen as I continued to Watch Edd treat Tom as a child. Like tickled him and such. Basically play with him. Knowing what would happen next I decided not to tell Ed, But watching them didn't help with the surge of jealousy coursing through my veins.

Coming back into the living room, Matt handed a glass of chocolate milk and a can of cola to Tom and Edd. Matt sat next to me and shoved the Tequila into my hands, "I prefer you don't drown the bottle in one go. It's one thing for Tom to get drunk..." He opened his water bottle with a flick of his wrist, "But it is something worse when you get drunk." He took a swing of his water bottle and twisted back on the cap. "You would scare Tom and make him loose trust in you. Plus.... none of us need a hospital visit..."

Ignoring Half of what Matt said, I snapped of the cap of the tequila bottle and took some gulps, letting the alcohol burn my throat slightly. I pointed at Tom, "Stop giving him sugars. It's hard to get him to sit and stay quiet when he get's hyper."

Matt huffed in annoyance, "Did you listen to anything I just said?"

I looked at him lazily, "To be completely honest, no." Taking a few more gulps I leaned my head back and closed my eyes, waiting for the alcohol to take it's toll.

Snatching the bottle from my hand Matt placed the lid back and set it on the floor next to him. I looked at him with a slight glare, which he gladly returned with a more stern glare, "You are not getting drunk. It would be a tragedy for all of us. How about you sit up, get a hold of yourself, stop acting petty and tell me more about what Andrew had told you. Sound good?"

Somewhat shocked by his motherly behavior I did as told, "Umm...what do you wanna know?"

Matt leaned back and crossed his arms, "Why can't Tom eat too much sweets while like this?"

I glanced at Tom, who was curled up in Edd's lap and playing with his hair with a smile and a small blush. I bit back a snarl and looked back at Matt, "Because he easily goes into sugar rushes. Like I said; It will take us forever to get him to sit the fuck down and shut the fuck up. I suggest giving him some water soon before you spoil him more with sweets."

Giving me an eye roll, Matt waved his hand dismissing my suggestion, "He will be fine. You said it takes some time for Tom to grow comfortable enough to talk to someone. What else would he do with his new boost of confidence?"

I huffed in anger, "I wont say a thing because you can see it for yourself. Just look at Tom and Edd. Tom is very comfortable with him. We have to be careful From now on because I know Tom trusts me and is comfortable with me."

Matt looked at the two and his eyebrows knit together in confusion,"I don't understand. Tom isn't doing anything drastic."

"Not yet. Keep watching." I demanded and he obliged without questioning.

Edd was still cradling Tom in his lap and playfully kissed his head. Tom cheeks flushed a deep red and looked up at Edd, "What was that for?" He asked with a cute tilt to his head.

His cheeks flushing a light pink, Edd sputtered out, "I-I-I'm not sure....Just thought I had to do it...." His response caused Tom to purr with happiness and moved so he straddled Edd's lap.

Scratching at my hand I watched the two intently, seeing everything play out, "When Tom gets to comfortable with a person he tends to get a bit....Handsy. Not cute mindless flirting. He will force himself on you. He probably won't do that with you because you're, no offence, clearly a bottom." 

Matt waved it off with a shrug, "I ain't gonna complain because its true. Now there is more to it and I know it. tell me." He demanded.

I shrugged and crossed my arms, "There isn't much to tell. Tom is just a fucking slut. In heat or not Tom will always be trying to sleep with someone in that form. That's just his nature. Aside from acting like a 3 year old, that is."

"Then what the hell are you waiting for? Get Tom away from Edd! If Tom has to be a slut with someone, that someone should be you!" Matt tried to push me over to Tom and Edd, who Tom was desperately trying to kiss Edd.

Feeling me cheeks warm up a glanced at Matt, "Why me...? 

Matt gave me the are-you-fucking-stupid look, "What do you mean 'why me?' You know why! You are crushing on him so hard and Tom clearly feels the same. Honestly, the sexual tension between you two is unbearable! Now you have the chance to prove to Tom you care for him and you won't take it up. Jesus Christ Tord, He trusted you before he trusted us! Just seize the fucking opportunity!"

As Matt lectured me, Edd was eavesdropping and pitched in his own comment, "The fuck is wrong with you, Matt? Better for Tom to sleep with me than Tord. He will get what he wants from Tom and just drop him." He said flatly and tried to keep Tom from touching him.

I stood angrily, "Jesus Fuck Edd! Why do you insist on thinking so lowly of me?!" I plucked Tom off Edd and placed him on my shoulders, "I didn't waste three hours of my fucking time to learn all I could about Tom if I didn't care for him!" Tom hugged my head, as if telling me to calm down. Taking a deep breath a glared at Edd, "I know you are just worried for Tom and trying to protect him, but get it through your thick skull that I have legitimate feelings for Tom. This isn't some fucking fantasy I have so stop putting me down. Insulting me isn't going to make me back off so please do me a favor and YOU back off."

Turning angrily, I took Tom to my room and set him on the bed carefully so I could pull off my hoodie and shirt to change. Tom crossed his legs and looked up at me, "Are you going to be my mate....?" He asked. I froze while gabbing a tank top from my drawer, " I would like you for a mate. You're tall, strong, protect and care for me." He purred

I quickly slipped on the tank top and sat next to him, "Do.....do you really want me for a mate...?" Tom gave me an eager nodded. Taking a deep breath and fought back a smile, "We will talk about this later. When your back to normal and have a better judgement. Okay?"

Tom frowned and stood on the bed, "I know what i'm saying, Tordy! I am not confused and I know what I want!" He whined.

I sat Tom back down, "No you are letting your instincts talk for you. We will talk about it later and that's final." Tom pouted and crossed his arms. Smiling softly I ruffled his hair, causing him to whine.

There was a light knock at the door before it opened and Matt came in with a water bottle in hand, "Hum...I brought this for Tom..." 

Matt offered it to Tom, who refused it and stuck his tongue at at Matt, "Tom, drink the water." I demanded with a warning tone. Tom's ears went flat against his head and took the water.

Matt hummed, "He even listens to you more than he does to us..." When I didn't responded Matt continued to speak, "Edd said he was sorry..."

"The Edd can come up to my face and say it." I scoffed.

"I-I...Uhhh..." Matt hesitated and sighed, "I'm going to order a pizza. Go talk to Edd and Tom can help me in the kitchen." It was a statement. Not a request. "Tom, want to help me bake brownies?"

Tom's eyes lit up with joy, "YEAH!" he cheered.

I smiled softly at Tom's happiness, "Okay i'll talk to Edd...But I wont be responsible for my actions."

Matt shrugged and took Tom's hand, "I just ask you to be civil with him. Okay?"

"Ugh fine..." I grumbled at stood up. I looked at Tom, "Behave with Matt." Tom nodded and I pressed my lips to the top of his head and looked at Matt, "Try not to give him so much sweets. No matter how much he asked and begs, don't give in. He had enough sugar in his system already."

With a light laugh Matt nodded, "Will do...It honestly amazes me on how much you care for Tom...Its a good contrast to your snarky personality." He said before walking out.

Before Tom left with Matt, He hugged me tightly, "I really do mean it. I want you as a mate." He leaned up and kissed my cheek before running out of the room.

My cheeks heated up at the affection, but quickly shook it off and walked out the living room, "Alight Edd. I was Told to be civil with you. Lets see how that works out, shall we?"