Secret Meetings

Something's Wrong

The slow rising and falling motion of his head is what stirred the scarred prince awake, eyes blinking open lethargically as he fought to stay conscious. But with the gentle warmth of his mate's fur soaking into his body, that in itself was a difficult task. Eventually he steeled himself enough to groggily lift his head off Ash's chest. His eyes opened and closed on their own, still fighting to go back to sleep until he released Ash's hand to rub the sleep out of them. He rose as he did so, only to feel something slide from his head and run down his back. Blue Eyes turned and glanced at it, surprised to see Ash's other hand. He must've placed it there during the night after the prince had fallen asleep.

The young ape turned back to Ash and placed his hand where his head had previously lain. He stared at his mate and took in all the details. Memories of last night came flooding back, everything from the battle to the sex that occurred between them. A harsh grimace came onto his smooth face at the thought of the fight, the screams of his dying brethren ringing between his ears. But thankfully, it felt more manageable now that some time had passed.

A soft sigh drew his attention back to Ash, and he smiled gently as emerald eyes blinked open. The grey chimpanzee met his gaze and shot a smile back before stretching, mouth opening wide in a yawn.

"Good morning," Blue Eyes whispered as he twirled some of Ash's chest fur around his finger.

"Morning," Ash said back. Then, just when Blue Eyes was going to lean down for a kiss, Ash reached up and pulled the prince further atop him.

Blue Eyes chuckled at his mate, and his smile grew as he nuzzled his cheek. The other sighed, clearly delighted by the attention as he turned his head and pressed their lips together. One hand moved to Ash's speckled cheek, and the prince cupped it while his mate's nimble fingers combed through the dark fur on his back. The prince shivered at the touch and deepened the kiss, moaning softly as Ash's arms encircled his body. The two stayed for a short time, enjoying the embrace until Blue Eyes ended the kiss. Their brows were still touching, and the two lovers smiled at each other.

"I wish we could stay here," Ash signed, Blue Eyes' namesakes flicking from his emerald orbs to his hand to read his signs.

"Me too. But we have to leave soon. The others are probably wondering where we are."

"Soon," Ash agreed, eyes developing that mischievous glint Blue Eyes loved. "But not right now."

"Ash..." Blue Eyes started.

"Apes can wait," he muttered, sitting up and while pulling Blue Eyes forward, the two now chest to chest with the prince straddling his lap. Blue Eyes tried to argue, but Ash kissed him again before he could sign a full sentence. This one was quicker than their last, as Ash ended it quickly and pushed Blue Eyes on his back whilst leaning over him.

"I will not," he declared and brought his lips to his mate's again. Once their mouths touched, the prince dropped it completely and wrapped his arms around Ash's thick neck. His lips parted, and any thoughts about the outside world faded when his mate's tongue slipped into his mouth. Blue Eyes groaned, playfully snarling against Ash's lips while the grey chimp's tongue danced with his.

They eventually parted with a small 'pop' and a sharp gasp from both of them. The prince watched as Ash pulled away again, his mate now observing him heavy eyes.

"Are you okay now?" Ash asked, shooting him a sympathetic look.

"I think so. I feel a little better."

The grey chimp sighed, and Blue Eyes could tell that wasn't the answer he wanted to hear. But he still accepted it regardless and nipped playfully at his chin.