"Friends" Sequel To "It Started With A Kitten" (Muke Hybrid AU)

Chapter 8: Unusual Behavior And New Friends

Ashton woke up at a lick on the cheek and an enthusiastic bark. The boy kinda forgot about last night and gasped when Calum's paws jumped on his stomach. Ashton had to take a few seconds to breathe when he realized that Calum probably wanted to go outside. Ashton sat up still catching his breath. He finally got up with the excited puppy leading the way. They both stumbled down the stairs, Calum falling on his face and tripping on his own feet a little. Ashton laughed lightly while clipping the leash on the pup.

When he opened the front door Calum whipped outside. But he was more interested in just playing then actually relieving himself which was a little weird. Ashton would have to check to see if he had an accident. He finally ushered the pup back into the house when he realized the pup was just playing. He looked at the clock seeing it was 9 and that his friend was stopping by before he had to work. He scooped Calum a cup of food and the same for Sniffles who was probably still sleeping.

He went to change out of his sleep ware and decided to take a quick shower. He hoped Calum would be fine to leave today, Luke had horrible timing. But oh well at least the pup was cute. When he finished he toweled off and got dressed. He wandered down to the stairs to make food. Calum was yipping at the cat trying to play with him. Ashton was eating when he heard the door bell right. He quickly finished his food eager to get the door.

Ashton pulled Jake into a huge hug. The other boy laughed and smirked at the boy. He blue eyes gleaming with something Ashton couldn't register. He pulled the boy in his house and settled down on the small love seat in his living room. Ashton really liked Jake. They've known each other for a few months so Ashton's feelings have been growing for a while. And he's pretty sure the taller boy felt the same. They talked for a while, cuddling and just when try were about to maybe kiss Calum came out of nowhere.

He started growling and barking at the dark haired lad. Ashton was surprised at the pup. He quickly apologized to Jake while the other boy looked at his dog with a glare and a look of recognition. Ashton was beyond confused when Calum latched onto Jakes pants leg. Ashton go up and grabbed the puppy and put him in time out, which was really just Ashton's room because he had yet to get a good sized kennel for him. He went to go apologize again when he saw Jake pulling on his shoes.

Ashton hugged the boy telling him that he just got Calum from a friend and that maybe they can make this up later in the week. Jake just looked at him before saying, "Well maybe you should ask your friend about Calum, I'm sure you'd like to know more." He then kissed Ashton's cheek and left. Ashton was a little angry at the way he said it but ignore it, he was confused but didn't believe him. Luke would tell him if something was wrong. Ashton just went up to his room to let check on the pup and see if he was calmed down. Ashton thought this day couldn't get any weirder.