dragon x neko the next morning; part 2

[yawning/stretching sound] God, the sun is bright today.

[listener grumbles; frustrated] And a good morning to you, too. Not a morning person, I'm guessing?

Come on, don't squeeze me tighter, I have class in like, 30 minutes.

Fine, we can cuddle for a little bit longer.

[listener grumbles again] Can't speak yet, huh? Must be a little hungover from last night. You know, if you let go of me I'd be able to get you some water. But, nooooo you want to just pull me in tighter and tighter. God you're a cuddly thing, aren't you?

I'm warm? Aw, are you cold? Here, let me wrap my wings around you. There we go, better? God, I love winter. Can't cuddle like this during summer, gets *way* too hot.

Hey, how about some scritchies, would you like some of those, too?

[scritching SFX] Yea, that feels good, doesn't it? Just softly purring away without a care in the world ... Now, come on, I gotta get up and get ready for class.

What about you? Well, don't you have things to be doing today, too?

Not today? Luck~yyy. Anyway, you can't *just* spend all day with me. I gotta go *eventually*.

Aww, I know. Life's not fair, is it? Though, it's pretty cute how much you want to spend time with me. I really enjoyed our time last night, too. Maybe we could go on a second date; we could go get lunch sometime this afternoon.

What?

Yes, last night *was* a date. A very... simple date. Kinda sorta not really a date... There were romantic intentions, okay? That's all that really matters.

Did you not guess that from the extensive flirting and cuddling?

Wow, if that's what told you friendship I have *got* to get some friends like yours 'cause platonic cuddles sound awesome.

Yes, I like you in the "special" way. Gosh, you lack *so* much confidence. Honestly, I think it's something to work on for you. Because, though it's adorable, you need to break out of that shy shell you have. I can't *always* be there to take over for things. I want you to be able to make decisions for yourself!

Okay, at least you're confident in other aspects.

But..?

Dating is different? How so?

How would I ever get disappointed? I mean, if I told you stories of some of the people I've dated you'd realize just how much of a catch you are, even if you are sometimes *painfully* shy.

I'm glad that you're not shy in *all* aspects of your life, but, if we're going to continue our, whatever this is, I'm going to want you to work on that.

Ooh, how about this: you choose where we get lunch from.

Trust me, there's no "wrong" choice of food; I'll eat just about anything.

You know, it'd be nice if you'd look at me instead of just talking into my chest. You're mumbling too much.

How is it hard to make eye contact? Oh no, are you *that* shy?

Aw, hun, that makes me feel so conflicted, cause on one hand that's just simply too adorable, but on the other hand, you *absolutely* need help with confidence. Can't go through life always looking away from people.

I know it's hard, but you trust me, right? At least a little bit?

Okay, then. Detach yourself from me. There you go. Now just slowly tilt your head up. Andd there. See? It's not so bad, is it?

Okay, it *was* that bad, but you did it! And I'm very proud of you for doing that for me. Such a good kitty!

Oh my god, I shouldn't say that, should I? Is that offensive? Oh no...

You're okay with it? Are you sure? I'd hate to be giving you nicknames that make you uncomfortable. I can call you sweetie if you'd like, or hun. Or cutie? You're definitely all of those things.

Oh no, am I teasing you too much again? You're hiding your face under the blankets.

Did... Did you just say 'keep going'? Oh no! You really *do* like being teased, don't you? You know, for someone so shy you certainly do enjoy the hell out of it, don't you?

You aren't *that* shy? Wait, does that mean this entire time you were just wanting me to tease and flirt with you?

Kitty, dear, I asked you a question...

You're a sneaky little thing, I'll admit. But, you didn't have to try to 'trick' me into flirting with you; I enjoy doing that enough. Your blushing is simply too adorable.

Anyhow, I have to get up and get dressed, it's quite a walk to my next class.

Noooo, not the kitten eyes, the pouting... Ugh, fine. I'll stay cuddled up with you a little longer, if only because I love hearing you purr.