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Stirring in her bed, the Abyssinian queen stretched as she woke up, back curving and hips raising as she let out a contented groan.
Long dark lashes fluttered open to reveal midnight blue eyes that flicked to the nearby window. The last golden rays of the sun fell on the cat bed, the sky painted red and orange marking the approach of the evening. And the night of the Jellicle Ball. It was a very special night which all cats had been eagerly anticipating. Cassandra knew she should get up and prepare to head out. The junkyard was a good distance from her house and it would take some time to get there, she didn't want to be late. But she was reluctant to leave her bed. The silk cushion was pleasantly smooth and so very nice and warm underneath her.
But not as warm as the tom stretched out on his side next to her.
Cassandra smiled softly to herself and reached out to trail her fingers over the fur framing her mate's sleeping face. He looked so peaceful like this, his vibrant soul awash with soft colors, quiet and contented as it rarely was when he was awake.
She was one of the few who got to see him like this. Alonzo rarely relaxed around other cats, always on guard. That he trusted her enough to sleep around meant so much to her.
Alonzo let out a soft sigh, nuzzling into her touch, his soul brightening like a sunrise as he woke up. His eyelids fluttered and blinked open to reveal two-tone blue eyes, a bit glassy from sleep before focusing on her face. A soft smile spread over his face as he gazed at her. “Good morning, my goddess.” he murmured in greeting.
She returned the soft smile, reaching out to card her fingers through the thick fur on his shoulder. “Good morning, my beloved.” she murmured admiring the colors of his soul as he became more aware, the brilliance of his spirit unfurling like flower petals and glowing bright as a super nova. He was so beautiful.
Alonzo smirked at her flirtatiously and stretched his arms up over his head, arching his back off the bed and shifting coquettishly against the pillow. “Like what you see?” he asked.
Cassandra laughed lightly, admiring the sight of her handsome mate. He was incorrigible! “Always.” she purred and leaned forward to nuzzle against his cheek.
Alonzo responded eagerly to her touch, pressing his chin against her shoulder and purring loudly.
She smiled and shut her eyes, relishing the sound of the deep rumbles as they vibrated through her bones. Unable to resist, Cassandra turned her head to press her lips against her mate's. She shifted her weight so she was hovering over him, one hand sliding over his chest as she allowed her claws to teasingly brush his skin through his fur. She pulled back and smiled in smug satisfaction as she looked down at him.
Alonzo's eyes were shut, a little smile curling the corners of his mouth. His eyes slid open and fixed on her, pupils dilated with want. “And you call me incorrigible?” he rumbled in a low voice, tone husky and amused. He reached up to tenderly caress her face, fingers sliding up the line of her chin, knuckles gliding along her cheek then scratching her behind one ear.
Cassandra nuzzled against his palm then leaned down, laying down on his chest as she kissed him again. Her eyes slid half closed, enjoying the sight of his soul as it sparked at the contact, suffused with flashing neon colors as Alonzo eagerly responded to her touch. His lips were firm against hers, moving in tandem and opening willingly when her tongue silently requested entrance.
His hands slid around her waist, strong arms hugging her close.
The Abyssinian queen slid her hands up to grip his shoulders, tilting her head slightly to deepen the kiss. Her finger twitched, claws dragging through his fur. Cassandra drew back and rested her forehead against his, sighing in happy contentment as she savored his warmth.
Alonzo chuckled, body shaking under hers. “You're such a tease.” he chuckled, bumping his nose against hers.
Cassandra chuckled and and sat up, gazing down at him, her eyes bright and fond. “It takes one to know one.” she teased and playfully booped him on the nose.
Alonzo grinned at her and pushed himself up, eyes dancing with affection. He leaned forward and bumped his head against her temple, nuzzling her as he rose to his feet. The black and white tom helped her to her feet and pulled her close, hugging her close with his hands resting lightly on her hips. “What did I ever do to deserve you?” he asked, staring down at her with wonder.
Cassandra preened at his worshipful tone even as her heart fell at his words. She pressed a quick kiss to his chin. “You deserve all this and more.” she reassured him, giving him a brief squeeze before pulling away. “Come, my love.” she urged him, taking his hand and pulling him towards the window. “The night awaits.”
The pair slipped out of the window and trotted off into the deepening shadows of London, silent paws traversing rooftops and fences with surefooted quickness.
Both had no doubt that this night was going to be something special.
But then every night they spent together was one to be treasured.