Evil Parents of DOOM! (Final Space)

Chapter 4: New Beginnings

"Soooo..."

Avocato pressed a finger to his husband's lips. "Hold that thought, baby. I need to know something first." Taking a deep breath to steady himself, the general leaned closer, looking deeply into the human's alluring blue eyes. "My son — will he be safe with the Lord Commander?"

Gary smiled reassuringly. "Pops is over-protective, even on his bad days. Now that we're married, little Cato IS his grandson. Honestly, I think he'll try to spoil him rotten — while at the same time attempting to mold him into a future ruler of the empire."

"I see." That was something of a relief. At least he was out of any immediate danger. "And the Lord Dictator?" Avocato asked.

Gary hesitated, unconsciously rubbing his neck. "Dad's the one to keep an eye on. He's the 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger' type. I should know."

Avocato felt the fur on the back of his neck stand on end when the human suddenly grabbed his hand. "Don't worry, I'll keep him safe. He's my son now, too..." the blond trailed off, his gaze dropping to his feet. "If-if that's alright with you, that is. I know you were pretty much forced to marry me. My parents expect us to share a bed, but I wouldn't assume..."

The general shook his head in amazement. It was unbelievable. The little heir was just the most adorable, considerate, and all around decent person he'd ever met. He was nothing like Avocato had first pictured him.

"Sorry, I'm babbling again. I'm not used to talking to someone that isn't a robot. Especially not someone as cute as you," the human said.

The Ventrexian chuckled, reaching out a hand to brush a lock of hair out of the young man's face. Blue eyes blinked up at him, startled. "It's okay, Gary. Let's just take it slow. Get to know each other. We don't have to rush anything."

The human smiled back at him, clearly relieved. "And besides, I find you cute, too," Avocato added, watching the younger man's cheeks turn a brilliant shade of red. Neither was sure who moved first, but their lips were suddenly pressed together. It was hesitant, at first, but quickly progressed into something more demanding, as if their mouths had a mind of their own. Avocato should have known better. After five years alone, Gary was likely touch-starved and lonely, eager to cling to the first person that showed him the smallest bit of affection.

The general tried to pull back, but the little heir took it as a sign to lean closer, his arms wrapping eagerly around Avocato's neck as he continued to press sweet kisses to his lips.

"Mmmm, Gary..."

"Hmmm?"

Avocato pulled away for real this time, resting his hand on the wall behind Gary's head. "We're supposed to be taking it slow, luv."

"But you're good at kissing, Avocato," the younger man insisted, standing on his toes to try to get closer again. The Ventrexian evaded his embrace, and hefted the smaller man into his arms.

"Handsome and strong," Gary purred, cuddling close to his chest.

"Come on now. We've had a long day. Time for bed," Avocato insisted, making his way across the room to the crimson covered bed he'd caught a glimpse of when they'd stepped into the suite.

"Do I get a goodnight kiss?" Gary asked, cheekily.

Avocato could only chuckle at the adorable request coming from his new husband. "If you're good."

Gary perked up, his blue eyes sparkling. "Can we sleep AND cuddle?"

"Fine. Sleep and cuddle," Avocato laughed, nuzzling his new husband's nose. Damn the little human was cute.