[ It's almost like a dream, to be with her like this again, after so many weeks where he was afraid they might fall apart. They make it home hand in hand, hearts still warm and full, greeting Pea with joy and relief. They shower together, washing away the sand and sweat, but also the hurts and regrets they had inflicted on one another. They dress in warm, comfortable, familiar clothes, together, no longer afraid of sharing too much, of being too close. They are reclaiming themselves, and though the night is deep and late by the time they finish up, he isn't quite ready for bed yet. He still needs to unwind.
So he's only too happy to spend a little more time with Alisaie before they head off to sleep, his hair (and fur) fluffy and damp and his clothing loose and comfortable. His tail wags lazily behind him as he accepts the mug Alisaie presses into his hands, his smile warm and earnest as she settles down onto the sofa.
This is so, so nice. ]
Thanks, sweetie...smells great.
[ And because he's an idiot, he takes a sip right away. It scalds a bit going down, but it is good!!! ]
this is here now
So he's only too happy to spend a little more time with Alisaie before they head off to sleep, his hair (and fur) fluffy and damp and his clothing loose and comfortable. His tail wags lazily behind him as he accepts the mug Alisaie presses into his hands, his smile warm and earnest as she settles down onto the sofa.
This is so, so nice. ]
Thanks, sweetie...smells great.
[ And because he's an idiot, he takes a sip right away. It scalds a bit going down, but it is good!!! ]