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Wukong popped a grape in his mouth as he continued watching trash TV on the couch, laughing when they started verbally assaulting each other. He was currently reclined on the sofa with a tray folded out over him. Various fruits and vegetables were cut up in snack size pieces, with all kinds of sauces to dip them in. It was a very relaxing day so far.
“Do you need more fruit?” Macaque's voice asked from the kitchen as he finished washing the dishes.
“Nope.” Wukong picked up a carrot and dipped it in ranch. “I have plenty.” The crunch was so satisfying.
“Do you want more pillows?”
“I'm good.” Wukong only needed the one on his back since he was reclined. He grabbed a strawberry dipping it in the chocolate now.
“Do your feet hurt? Do you want me to massage them again?”
“They are perfectly fine.” Wukong wiggled his toes, grabbing a sliced peach and dipping it in nacho cheese.
“How about-”
“Macaque.” he sighed wiping his mouth with a napkin before turning his head to look at his worried mate. “I'm fine. The baby is fine. We're both very much fine.” Wukong’s hand rubbed his growing belly. Honestly, ever since he got pregnant, Macaque has been so protective. And he loves his mate to death and appreciates how attentive he is when he's around. But it can get suffocating. “So come sit next to me. And give me my cuddles.”
Macaque jumped over the couch and planted himself next to Wukong scenting him immediately. The ginger monkey giggled rubbing his face back against him. Macaque just got back from shooting a movie out of the country, so he was making up for lost time. He hated having to be separated from his pregnant mate. “You are glowing so much.”
Wukong rolled his eyes still smiling. “I look like a mess.” He had to stop modeling now that he was so big it affected his movements. He was also in a bulky dress because it was more for comfort than fashion. His hair was wild and held back by a headband because he was cleaning before Macaque arrived. Then he was forced to relax on the couch while Macaque finished cleaning. He wasn't really complaining about that part. “You're just saying that because it’s your pup inside me.”
“I say it because I mean it.” Though he was biased. Wukong looked good in anything in his eyes. But his fur was softer, his chest has grown in size, and his face was fuller. His mate looked perfect. “Gorgeous.” He kissed him softly. Macaque missed him so much. He hated having to be away from him while he was pregnant. But he made sure that for the last two months he would stay in town only doing small shoots so he could be there for the birth.
Wukong giggled into the kiss. He really did miss the other when he was away. He'd get lonely even with all the daily video calls. “My silly moonlight.” Macaque always made him feel so beautiful even now. The love was strong in their connection and it only seemed to grow.
Macaque's tail swayed happily at his pet name. “My eternal sunshine.”
Wukong bursted out laughing. Oh how his mate was smitten. No wonder their friends were sick of their loving display. But he wouldn't change it for the world. “You, Macaque, are such a love struck fool.” Wukong moved the tray to the side climbing on Macaque to snuggle into his chest. “But I guess I am too.” He wrapped their tails together.
Macaque laughed with Wukong letting the other press kisses against his face. “I missed you so much.”
“I missed you too. I'm glad your big shootings are over so you can stay with me now.” Wukong got comfortable in the other’s lap turning his attention back to the tv. “Oh I started watching this show that was really interesting. Though I stopped so we could watch it together.” He reached for the controller going to a separate streaming service.
“Another one of those reality shows?” Macaque yawned grabbing the blanket to cover them up a bit. He didn't mind watching them with Wukong. Though he'll probably end up falling asleep now that the jetlag was catching up to him.
“No. I found it by accident.” He clicked the first episode to play. “It actually has a good amount of seasons already and it's still on-going.”
“Really?” Macaque leaned back watching the title come up with another yawn. Huh…he recognizes the name.
“Yeah, it's like this team of FBI agents, and they go after criminals. But you also see the criminals point of view. It's so intense. I thought you'd enjoy it. Especially this character who like comes back to the force-”
Macaque began to doze off giving Wukong a couple of hums as he continued to explain the plot and each character. He didn't even realize he passed out.
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A smack with a couch pillow startled Macaque awake. He looked up seeing an upset Wukong standing over him aiming another pillow at him. “Woah woah woah!” Macaque placed his hands in front of him not wanting to be hit again. “I'm sorry I fell asleep!” He knows Wukong’s emotions can go from 0 to 100 at the drop of a hat from the pregnancy. He experienced both the good and bad from it.
“That’s not why I’m mad!” Wukong smacked him with the pillow again. His tail was swayed angrily behind him as he continued to hit his mate with the same pillow. “Why!? Didn’t?! You?! Tell?! Me!?”
Macaque sighed not wanting to snap at Wukong knowing it would make it worse. But he had no idea what Wukong was talking about. He was grateful he was being assaulted by a pillow at least. One time he had to dodge a whole nightstand when he got him the wrong ice cream brand. He stood up grabbing Wukong’s wrist who whined and pouted up at him. “Okay, then tell me why I’m being attacked by the pillow.”
Wukong felt tears begin to form from frustration before huffing and pointing at the television. On the paused screen was Macaque grinning maliciously. “You were one of the main serial killers one season and you didn’t tell me!” He felt so stupid that he was telling Macaque all about this amazing show he found, and Macaque was part of it!
Macaque opened and closed his mouth. That’s why the show was so familiar. It was one of his first big roles on television. It was also years ago before they even mated. “I didn’t realize that was the show you were watching. I wasn’t on until a couple seasons later and the cast wasn’t completely the same as it was in the beginning.” he grabbed the pillow off Wukong's grasp and placed it back on the couch. “I also fell asleep while you were explaining it, so I didn’t get the chance to tell you.”
Wukong’s lips quivered as tears finally poured down his cheeks. “I k-know its because of the jet-lag that you f-fell asleep.” Wukong hiccupped trying to wipe his tears away. “S-so I let you sl-sleep, but then y-you came on tv! And I feel so d-dumb! And I hate these st-stupid hormones!” he finally began to openly sob. He wasn’t even sure why it made him so upset! It just did! And he knew it was because he was pregnant but he couldn’t stop them and be rational.
“It’s okay, Peaches.” Macaque pulled the other into an embrace sitting them both back on the couch. “I know it’s rough on you.”
“You just came home!” Wukong continued to cry wrapping his arms around Macaque’s neck. “And I’m making it di-fficult by being like th-this!”
“No you’re not, Sunshine.” Macaque was using every cute pet name to try and calm Wukong down. He rubbed the other’s back letting Wukong cry into his chest. “I know your emotions are just big right now. And I’ll care for you no matter what.”
Wukong continued to cry a bit longer as Macaque kept whispering sweet nothings. He sniffed finally feeling his emotions calm down. “...you’re gonna be a g-great dad.” He really meant it. Macaque was always so patient with him. He can imagine he’d be the same with their kids.
Macaque chuckled petting Wukong’s head. “And you, a wonderful mom.” Wukong was so excited when they found out they were having a child. He already painted the nursery and picked everything out for their pup. Even looking up daycares and schools while also moving his schedule around to make sure there was always a parent around for their child.
Wukong smiled leaning back and sitting comfortably on Macaque’s lap again. He laid his head on the other's chest, loving the feeling of Macaque’s fingers brushing through his hair as he listened to Macaque's heartbeat. They stayed in silence for a bit as Wukong calmed his breathing. “...You’re really hot as the villain.”
“I’m literally torturing the characters' psyche while leaving bodies across cities for them to find.” Macaque pointed out now fully remembering his role and plot.
“Yeah, but like, in a hot way.” Wukong giggled looking up at him.
Macaque rolled his eyes before reaching to grab the remote and pressing play.