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Baby, I’m home –Casey and RJ had decided to spend the vacations in Amber Beach, to celebrate their anniversary, six years of knowing each other, of which they spent one year as a student-teacher, 3 years of dating, and finally, it was their first year of marriage, RJ had gone to the museum, and got distracted talking to Riley, but had finally returned home. Everything was as he left it, the kitchen was the same, but the living room was clean, Casey was in the kitchen finishing up a pizza, when his former teacher, and now husband, walked in with grocery bags– Oh, it smells so good.
—Thanks, it’s my… sweet claw.
You’re bad with names, well… we’ve got everything, and I don't think we'll need too much food, because it will just be you and me.
—Luckily, I miss Theo & Lily; but we came here to celebrate, and we’re gonna need the house.
RJ moved in and kissed him, as much as the wolf wanted to pounce on his tiger, the two shared something that had definitely brought them together “zero distractions in the kitchen” Although some cuddling didn't count as a distraction, they didn't have anything fancy planned, just their favorite dishes, dessert, continuing the night in the bathtub before ending up in bed.
The only thing missing was dessert, which would be in the oven for a while, so they spent that time cuddling on the couch, watching a movie and eating RJ's homemade popcorn. Amber Beach was great, not only were their beaches gorgeous, they were perfect for surfing, RJ loved surfing, and Casey loved watching him, renting a beach house was perfect, well almost.
The two of them had the crazy idea of making love on the beach, in the movies it looks so romantic, but really having sand stuck to your body, it's not romantic at all. During the film, RJ commented to Casey about Riley, and their little conversation which was somewhat amusing to the Master Tiger.
—Wow, Master Wolf and Dr. Heart, did you use your pizza metaphors or the wolf?
The Wolf, actually that guy brought me some memories, his annoyed expression was like yours after the lessons you asked for.
—Get over it.
No… and honestly; I think I could use another massage.
—Sorry, but you have to wait.
The rest of the evening was so peaceful, and dinner time was just perfect for both of them, a nice dinner, sharing stories of their past. They exchanged gifts, and even ended up playing games for a while, but after dessert things got “warmer”.
The candles in the bathroom were a nice touch, the room was the perfect temperature, Casey and RJ were in the tub, just cuddling and stroking each other. There was no lust, no rush, just love between the two, they knew they had all night to enjoy, so there was no need to rush.
Casey was lying on the edge, letting out soft moans as RJ left kisses on his neck and shoulders. Mutual caresses were commonplace for them. And no matter the weather, they were still enjoying it. When they had enough of the games, they went to bed, it was almost three o'clock and they were both still awake, despite being somewhat exhausted.
Casey stroked RJ's chest, and had his head on it, RJ stroked his back and used his foot to touch Casey's, while they talked quietly– When did you start liking me?
—Easy, after the ice cream, when you took me and Fran, do you remember?
How can I forget? You threw ice cream in my face.
—You started it.
Yeah, but I was your Master, you were my student.
—Yes… but we both know that the tiger can be a bit naughty. What about you?
When my father trained you, I didn't start to like you, I just realized that I was starting to feel something more for you, and when you hugged me and told me that you would never change me, I think I started to notice certain differences I was making with you.
—Next question.
Mmm… did you enjoy our first date? –It hadn't been a date as such, just a midnight snack at the pizzeria, which they had planned for a week, and where they kissed for the first time, although that wasn't planned, but Casey really liked being at JKP, two reasons, pizza and RJ.
—Our little midnight snack? Well, honestly, yes... it was a nice thing for me, you know I like pizza, and you helping me with my “creation” and staying with me, was very tender, even though your lips tasted like cheese.
You were the first one who kissed me. Besides, you married the best Pizza maker in the world.
—I never questioned that.
Little by little their voices were lowering the volume, and their eyes were closing, until they both fell asleep, for them it was nothing unusual to sleep hugging, but since their wedding, they always held hands when they were already sleeping. It was as if their animal spirits made sure to keep them together, although it was uncommon, there were cases where not only people were united, but also their spirits.
It was something known as “soulmate”, and it was the ultimate proof of love that could exist between two people, and the most difficult to find. And although marrying your former student was not very well regarded, the case of RJ and Casey was something completely different, because the way their spirits behaved when they were close, was the proof of a pure and sincere love, on the part of both.