I learned something interesting while waiting with Valerie outside of this tailor. Women took a decent amount of time shopping. It was close to an hour now, and they were still inside. Valerie and I could have went inside, but neither of us were very keen on just looking at clothes while waiting for the women to play dress up with Clarissa. Not that I would mind seeing that, but I wasn't going to take peeks at her. I wanted that to be special, as I was already thinking of what being with Clarissa entailed. Let's just say, I'd probably be adding another bond soon.
This did give Valerie and myself more time to speak, and I had just asked her some things about herself. I was saddened to not hear much in terms of things she enjoyed, but it unfortunately made sense for her. Maybe I could take her around one of these days and show her all of the stuff she had missed. Hell, I had stuff I wanted to do and see as well. Not like I am a local or anything.
Valerie had, however, expressed her interest in art, although she had never had the tools to properly draw or paint anything herself. She just loved many of the designs she had seen in her life, as well as how colorful and vibrant some people made their designs. She talked about how nice it would be if she could make her own artwork. When I had extra time, I'll find to find a place that sells art supplies, and maybe even find her a person that could teach her how to draw and paint. A nice and relaxing hobby like that might do her well, and be one of the many steps to healing her heart.
Valerie was a strong and beautiful woman, yet she was powerful, both in her rank, and her being a half vampire. People were afraid of her, and thought of her as a monster despite her being a total sweetheart. She was truly one of the sweetest women I'd ever met, and her eyes held a gentleness that I wanted to protect. I had no doubt she was capable of that herself, and she probably could if push came to shove... but I'd rather not let it come to that. She basically knew nothing of what it meant to truly live...
"Guess we have a lot in common." I thought to myself.
Not a moment after I had that thought, the women finally emerged from the store. It was odd seeing them carrying nothing after being in there for so long, even if I knew Clarissa probably just stuffed everything inside of her storage ring. Still, when I saw them, with Cici and Clarissa chatting animatedly as they giggled, and with Sheila close behind them, smiling warmly as she listened to the byplay, it stirred the feelings in my heart I was growing more and more accustomed to. Then, all three of them locked eyes with me, and gave me smiles that could light up any darkness. Cici's gaze that held nothing but her warmth and love had my eyes stinging a bit, but I pushed it aside for now, and just smiled back.
"That's right. I've been learning how live, one day at a time, since meeting Cici. The one who showed me that love was still possible for me. The one who stayed by my side at my worst. The one who never asked for anything from me except for a place in my heart."
She would have that, and more, forever. I already loved my kitten more than anything, yet I fell harder and harder for her each and everyday. And now, as I gazed at not just her, but the other women around me, I couldn't help but feel a lot of those same feelings stirring inside of me. Not as strong... at least not right now, but definitely there, and growing fast. Between Clarissa's cute and shy demeanor, Valerie's sweet personality despite all she's been through, Sheila's tough exterior combined what seemed like an adorably soft interior, and I couldn't deny that Cici was right. Them being around me made me happy, and I didn't want that to change.
There was also Serena, who was incredibly kind, and absolutely stunning, but my time with her has been pretty brief as opposed to the others. She did have a lot going on, and the things going on back at her home were weighing heavily on hers and her brother's minds. How could they not? Still, I couldn't deny the attraction, nor my willingness to help her, and ease her mind for her, her brother, and everyone she cared about. When they were ready, I'd be there.
"You get lost a lot in your thoughts, my darling." Cici said as she walked up to me, and leaned her head into my chest. I smiled, and pulled her close to me.
"I know. Sorry. There's just so much happening right now. Some great, but not everything." I said, and she rubbed her face into me as she replied.
"I know, love. And yet, you're not letting it slow you down, and you're still finding time to enjoy yourself. We all are. And those things that aren't great?" She said, smiling up at me with confidence, "I know you'll do what you always do. You'll make it better."
I smiled down at her, and then leaned down, and stole a quick kiss.
"You always say the right things." I said, looking at her as those green gems stared at me with confidence, "Thank you, kitten. For always being there for me, and for believing in me."
She gave me a bright smile as she tucked her face back into my chest.
"I love you." She whispered, the words always seeming to contain more and more each time she spoke them.
"I love you too." I replied, my words holding absolutely surety as I began to gently rub her head, illiciting a soft and happy purr from her throat.
"You two are so unbelievably cute that it's infuriating sometimes." Sheila said, and I looked up to see her staring at us with a smile, but her eyes held something I had seen before in Clarissa's eyes. Longing.
Cici didn't have to look at her to see that, because she giggled as she turned around, and stared right at her, a grin on her face.
"You know, I'm sure if you just asked him, he'd be happy to rub your head. Maybe massage those cute, fluffy ears of yours," Cici teased, causing Sheila's face to redden considerably, "Anything more than that though... well, I guess you'll just have to spend more time around him, which you are free to do."
I was spot on about this woman. The way this strong, physically fit, and generally badass woman was blushing and squirming in place right now was definitely one of the cutest damn things I'd ever seen. Hard exterior, but soft interior. And I was here for all of it. I even decided to add to the teasing.
"I would. Anytime you would like it." I said, smirking at her as her face darkened even more, "If you'd like, I can even brush your tail. It looks so soft."
Sheila's face was so red that I thought she'd combust, but she could not hide that little fanged smile from me, try as she might.
"I... might have to take you up on that..." She said in a small voice that made me just want to reach out and pet her right now.
At the same time, Cici giggled and stepped back from me, and gestured towards Sheila with a mischievous smile on her face.
I blinked once, let out a small chuckle, and just went for it. I walked towarde Sheila, stopped right in front of her, and reached out my hand.
"Eli? You don't have to... oh... mmm nevermind." She began, only to stop and let out a little moan as my hand found her head and I began to run her head gently.
Cici just laughed, with Clarissa joining her a moment later, but she put her hand over her mouth to try and stiffle it the best she could. Valerie just had a small smile on her lips as she watched, seeming to just enjoy the affection being shared between all of us.
"Thank you for coming out with me today and keeping me company, Sheila. I'm sorry that I ran off earlier without saying anything." I told her, and she just sighed happily as I continued to rub her head.
"It's okay... mmm." She said, groaning as I began to rub one of her incredibly soft ears, "I like how protective you are of your mate. It's so... attractive..."
Sheila must have only realized what she said and how she said it moments later, because she turned red again, and let out a small squeak. Despite that, she did not relinquish her head from my hand, and I just chuckled.
"I am, I admit that. But that now goes for everyone. You, Clarissa, Valerie, Serena, everyone we've met since coming here. If anyone threatens or hurts any of you, I will break them. Piece by piece." I said, and my words caused Sheila to shutter a bit under my touch, and that made my wife begin laughing once again, but she, Clarissa, and Valerie were all big smiles as they looked at me.
As I looked between all 4 women, I could barely believe that this is where my life has taken me so far. Falling in love with and marrying my Cici was already more than I could have ever asked for in my life, but now things were looking like they would be so much more. I had all of these wonderful women around me now, ones that Cici was encouraging me to persue, because she saw that I enjoyed being around them, and felt my ever growing feelings for them.
I was honestly surprised at how easily I had gotten used to the idea. Yes, the fact that I would have more women in my life was a factor no man that liked women with a penis could ignore, but it was more than that to me. These were women I could see myself with on a daily basis, and ones that I couldn't help but admire for various reasons. Looks, personality, their views on the world, their ideals... all of it.
Most important to me though? They were genuine. None of them tried to be something they were not, and none of them began treating me differently after I had showed them exactly what I was. That meant so much more to me than they'd ever know, but I'd do my best to convey how much I appreciated them.
"I do think it's about time we head back." Clarissa said, and I chuckled softly, and removed my hand from Sheila's head, much to her displeasure.
"I'll give you more whenever you want." I said, getting a cute blushing smile from the woman, before turning to Clarissa, "You're right. I do want to get back. We still gotta see Martin about what happened earlier. More importantly though, I need to get ready for later. I hope you are as excited as I am."
Clarissa flushed, but she smiled up at me, and nodded her head in a way that made ger black hair bounce like she was in a shampoo commercial. God she is gorgeous.
"I am. I can't wait. And I hope you'll like what I picked out to wear." She said, and I grinned back at her.
"I think you'll look amazing no matter what you decide to wear." I said, which only intensified her burning face, "But, I'm sure I will."
She smiled as she walked up to me, and only hesitated a moment before wrapping her arms around my left arm. Cici didn't hesitate to take the right one, and just like that, my arms were met with the spectacular feeling of two between women pushing their breasts against them. Men luckier than me might be out there, but I'd still challenge them on that. Sheila looked a bit put out, but she didn't say anything. She just smiled and nodded, with Valerie joining us a moment later as we finally began making our way back to Martin's place.
If someone would have told me I was getting married before coming to this world, I would have called them insane. If they would have told me I would have multiple women in my future as well, I would have taken them to the psyche ward myself. But... here I was, with the woman who had made herself right at home in my heart, and other incredible women quickly finding their spots there as well. It all seemed so fast, but I wasn't going to deny myself of what I wanted. And most importantly, I trusted Cici completely. If she believed in this, then so did I.
"Darling... I love seeing that smile on your face." Cici whispered from my side, and I looked down at her to see her own radiant smile as her eyes glistened with unshed tears.
I didn't even realize it, but I was smiling like a fucking loon, and I liked the feeling.
"I have you, and everyone else to thank for that." I said, and she squeezed my arm tighter, as did Clarissa who heard our exchange, as we made our way back to the manor.