Feline Caretaker || Niam

{05. LiLi.}

September 2021

Two months passed since Liam had bought Niall from the hybrid store, and it has been a peaceful time for the both of them, including Zayn and Louis.

During the three months Niall has gotten to know everyone at a much better level. He knows a lot about the other couple but more about Liam.

The hybrid couldn't be happier to have been bought by such a wonderful man who obeys his every need and cares for him no matter what. No one has ever treated him the way that Liam has. Well, his past owners were nice, but not this nice, to him.

Liam spoils the hybrid to no end, giving him whatever he wants when he asks for something.

Liam can't say no to his kitten because Niall gives him the needy look and his face is hard to say no to. Liam doesn't mind it though, because he loves seeing his perfect hybrid very happy, and it's all about him now.

~*~

Niall sprawls himself out on the bed, yawning loudly as the sun's piercing light shines through the dark curtains. He blinks his eyes repeatedly and adjusts his eyes to the light, groaning softly while he smells bacon.

He sits up from Liam's bed and let's out another cute yawn before rubbing his eyes. He then walks over to the full mirror that's on the bathroom door, noticing that his hair is a mess.

"Liam won't care about Niall's hair," he says happily to himself, a smile across his face. He turns on his heel and leaves the room as he stretches out his arms, heading towards the kitchen.

Once he steps into the small area, he stops in his tracks when he sees Liam bare, muscular back. Niall wakes up to this almost every morning: Liam's perfectly built body in his view, always his back at first, and the wonderful smell of him cooking a delicious breakfast for them, Zayn, and Louis. He never complains though, as he loves and wishes that he could have his body.

Another yawn escapes Niall's lips though, making Liam turn around with a grin. "Well, good morning, little one. You slept well, I presume? Because of your bed head."

Niall blushes and nods, crossing his arms slightly. "Y-Yeah. Thanks for letting Niall sleep in Liam's bed."

Liam's grin intensifies before he nods. He turns back to the food while Niall sits on the counter nearby, staring him down.

"So, I know that your birthday is coming up. Correct?"

Niall smiles and nods happily, eyes brightening up as his heart flutters. Liam remembers, even though it's been a few months.

"September 13th, right?"

Niall nods again, making Liam smile even wider because that's only four days away. Four days away from a great day. The day that Niall came to this world in the year 2000.

"Great. I've got a lot planned for that day, a lot. It's going to be one of the best days of your life, little one."

Niall giggles and brings his legs up to his chest as he blushes.

Liam has waited for his birthday ever since he saw Niall's eyes light up, when they went to go look up at the stars at the end of August around Liam's birthday.

That was the day Liam knew that he had to spoil his kitten even more just because of his how beautiful and precious he looked. Just because of that, he'll buy anything for him, anything at all.

"Really, LiLi?"

Liam smiles and looks at Niall, noticing his staring, which makes him blush beet red as well. He gives him another nod before looking back at the food, his cheeks becoming warmer and warmer, now knowing that Niall is staring at him.

Before the starry night, everything was different for Liam and Niall. They were close, but not as close as they were now.

The two would only share hugs and play with the kitten toys together but now, they're sleeping together (not sexually), cuddling, and sharing numerous things. Liam has never done this with anyone else so this has, of course, surprised him.

But it's a good surprise as Niall has made him an even happier person who loves to care for himself and Niall equally. Niall has certainly changed him in a matter of weeks, but it's definitely a good change that was needed. Liam is a more calming, easygoing type of person now who doesn't get angry easily like how he did before. Him and Louis are working together more, again, and that is making things even better in the whole process.

Niall is a true gift for everyone. Whether people like it or not, he has the ability to make things better, even if he is trying or not. He's truly a blessing in disguise. Liam's blessing.

"How about..." Niall gets off from the counter and steps up behind the man, wrapping his arms around him slowly, pressing his cheek against the smooth but hard back. "Liam can finish the breakfast while Niall gets a movie ready? Then Niall can maybe try and get Liam to spill birthday secrets?"

Liam laughs softly. He finds Niall to be sneaky and conniving but it's adorable. Really adorable.

"Sure, but you won't get the secrets out of me, little one, even if you try your hardest." Liam begins to smirk as he looks down at him.

Niall giggles and turns away, beginning to leave the kitchen while Liam continues to cook.

Niall turns back around though, and gives Liam one last look, blushing a dark red shade. "H-Hey, Li..."

Liam quickly, but not too quickly, turns to Niall, a look of worry spreading across his face. "What's wrong," he asks, his voice filled with worry as well, but he calms down as Niall giggles at him. Niall teases him a little too much, but Liam doesn't mind it one bit.

"Nothing... N-Niall just loves you, LiLi."