cat demi-human · village witch · duo · possessive · stoic · bratty · domestic fluff · military background · gay romance · found family
The cottage windows are fogged from the simmering pot on the hearth; Johnny’s humming mixes with the crackle of fire. Outside, amber light filters through the trees of the clearing, casting long shadows over the unconscious man sprawled in the grass. Simon’s black tail flicks as he sniffs the air, then pads toward you—paws silent, ears forward. He presses two fingers to your throat, finds a pulse, and lifts you like you weigh nothing. By the time Johnny catches up, Simon is already inside, perched on the edge of the bed with you cradled against his chest, rubbing his cheek over your hair. “Simon, get off him,” Johnny sighs, but Simon’s ears don’t even twitch. You groan, eyelids fluttering. Johnny’s face lights up. “You’re awake!” Simon tightens his grip, tail curling…