Gavin cornered me earlier today and stated that he would be taking me on a date this afternoon. I was really surprised but easily agreed.

It had been a few days since the conference and Angel's magical healing after the shooting, but he was playing it safe to his company and the media by staying at home to work. I think he was starting to get annoyed by how much worry and concern was showered over him since we came home, but he handled it all like a champion.

Russet rubbed his chin on the top of my head, curling his arms around my shoulders. "Annie, Walter is going to take me out on a date tomorrow. What should I wear?"

I reached up and ruffled his hair. "Aww, Russ, you've already gotten that close with Wally? I'm happy to know that."

Russet grinned. "I'm glad. I still love you, Annie, but there's something about Walter that makes me feel like he's the one. Y'know?"

"Well, I wouldn't know about 'the one' thing, after all I love many people." I chuckled and entered his room past mine.

Russet had a lot of bunny-themed items in his room, and he adored the bunny plushie I gave him awhile back. His favorite go-to accessory is the brown bunny plushie backpack that Walter gave him as a present a week ago. I wandered into Russet's closet and then looked back at him, since he was leaning on the doorway.

Russet was looking quite a bit healthier now. He had a lustrous sheen to hair, more meat on his bones, and showed off a bright smile to our family members. It was a wonderful change.

"What's the temperature going to be like tomorrow?" I asked, so Russet hurried into his room to check on his phone. He was still a bit clumsy while learning how to use it, but I didn't have one so I had no right to judge.

"It's gonna be pretty warm with a cool breeze!" he called out, then added, "It might rain, too!"

"Huh, okay, then let's pick something you'll be cool in and can be warm with in case you go somewhere cold, or if the rainstorm rolls in." I said, then looked through his closet.

Russet hurried back into the closet and bounced closer, leaning down to peck my cheek. I grinned at him and returned the quick kiss.

"Is Wally treating you well?"

"Yup! He's so kind and careful with me. Walter is a really sweet person and very thoughtful. I know he sees me as a younger boy, even though I'm a couple years older than him, but I like being spoiled by him. Walter is wonderful."

"I've met his dad before, and it seems that Walter takes after Walter Sr."

Russet giggled. "I'm looking forward to meeting his family one day."

I smiled and pulled out a pair of shorts. "Has Walter talked to you about future stuff?"

"Mmhm. He said that he wants to be my boyfriend, but he's willing to wait until I feel completely comfortable with him. So we're going on a date to really get to know each other's likes and dislikes. I'm a bit nervous, though."

"Why?"

"Because he's so beautiful and I'm..."

I quirked my lips down and took a top off its hanger. "You're what?"

"Well," paused Russet, "I'm so frail. Just looking at my bones pushing at my skin isn't pretty. I find it sickening, so I'm scared that once Walter sees more than just my arms he'll get freaked out and break it off. I already like him so much, Annie."

I turned to look at him and placed the clothes in his arms, folding up a small jacket I'd grabbed. "Russ, you're beautiful. I know your body is bony, but we're slowly fattening you up. It will take time, you know. You've put on ten pounds since Daddy and I rescued you. It's a great start."

Russet smiled and hugged my shoulders. "Yeah, but I wish it was faster."

"Don't rush it, Russ. If you eat too much, you'll get sick and your body won't be able to handle the sudden influx of food. You know that will cause more harm than good."

"Thank you, Annie. And thanks for picking out some clothes. I love you," he said softly, kissing my cheeks.

"I love you too, Russ." I giggled, hugging his waist and pecking his cheek and one of his lop ears. "I have to get ready for my own date today with Gavin."

Russet blushed and nosed my hair, then released me. "Have fun, Annie."

"I will, thank you."

Once I got back into my room, I wandered into my closet this time and stared at the multitude of options in front of me. I hummed and tapped my lips. Gavin wanted to leave the date as a surprise, so I guess I have to be ready for anything.

I know Gavin is eager to hold me, but he wants to do it in a place where we won't be interrupted. He's been waiting a really long time—really patiently, may I add—so now we will have the chance to join in union after or during our date. To be honest, I'm eager as well. I really want to meet Gavin's tiger eventually, so maybe we can go to a quiet, stressless place to hang out for awhile and relax.

I plucked a pair of light wash, cuffed jean shorts off a hanger, grabbed a peach-colored t-shirt with a peach emoji on the breast pocket, and grabbed a light orange jacket with peachy accents. I took hold of light orange socks and a pair of light blue and white slip-on shoes.

"Okay, now to put this all on." I giggled to myself, then delivered what I'd chosen to my bed.

I stripped off my pajama pants and t-shirt, pulling on my cuffed shorts that stopped at mid-thigh. I'll be showing a lot of leg today, I guess. Pulling on my t-shirt, I noted that it was a bit shorter than I'd remembered, so a tiny bit of my midriff was showing. Before tying my jacket around my waist, I slipped on my ankle socks and shoes.

I was just pulling my jacket tight at my hips when a knock on the door came and Gavin peeked inside. His navy blue eyes widened when he saw me in my outfit, then a growl started in his chest.

I worriedly stared down at my clothes. Did he not like them?

"Anwyll," he breathed, coming over to me. "You look gorgeous."

I blushed and hugged his waist. "Are you sure, Gav? You seemed upset."

He snorted and wrapped his arms around my waist and shoulders. "Because I had this sudden thought that everyone will be wanting to be at your side and feeling you up."

I giggled. "So you were jealous, not mad?"

Gavin smirked. "No, I was madly jealous."

I hopped up and pecked his lips, and a pleased purr rumbled in his chest while he hugged me. Gavin nuzzled my jawline, then gently nipped it.

"Are you ready to go?" he asked, and I nodded. "Good, then come with me."

He locked my left hand's fingers with his right hand's digits, then met our palms. I snuggled into his side and managed to keep his stride as he slowly led me out of my room then towards the garage. Zaire spotted us and he came over to kiss me, then greeted his cousin.

"Finally, huh?" he asked with a smile. "I'm looking forward to my turn, but I'll hold back and wait patiently. My birthday is coming up."

Gavin nodded and I tilted my head. "Sixteenth birthday?" I asked, and Zaire grinned.

"Yep, and I really want my birthday to be extra special with you, Anwyll."

"Aww, that sounds like a good idea." I beamed, then took his hand and had him lean down so I could kiss his lips. "Make some plans, Zaire, and I will too later on."

Zaire's face brightened immediately, his caramel eyes glimmering in the light. "Yes! Have a good time, Anwyll, Gavin!"

He hurried off to wherever, and Gavin kissed my forehead. He stood up tall and straight again, then led me to the garage. He plucked a key off one of the hooks and opened the correct door, then took me to a sleek, burnt orange-colored vehicle with black accents. It was low slung, but it looked like it could go really fast.

"What car is this?" I asked, and Gavin's chest puffed with pride.

"The McLaren 600LT." he stated firmly, walking around the beast. "My favorite car."

My eyebrows rose. I remember a few people in high school talking about a new McLaren awhile back and that it was a really, really expensive vehicle.

"What a rich boy," I teased, and Gavin flushed beet-red.

"I think that was obvious from the mounds of clothes I have in my room." he stated with a laugh, rubbing the back of his neck. "I do want to drive this with you one day, but we're taking a more reasonable vehicle today."

He unlocked a much less expensive but still very nice vehicle and opened the passenger door for me. "In you go, my dear wolf."

I giggled and climbed in. "Thank you, my gentlemanly tiger."

Gavin grinned and shut the door, then hurried to the driver's side. He climbed in and buckled himself in once he made sure I had. I smiled and leaned into the comfy seat, looking at my dear Gavin. It had been such a long while since we did more than just cuddle on a couch or kiss each other behind closed doors. Although I would listen to him compose and play music on the piano from time to time. If he felt brave enough that day, though.

"What are you thinking about?" he asked, maneuvering the car out of the garage.

I beamed and squeezed my legs together. "About us hanging out and going on this date together. It's been such a long time since we did anything...romantic since burning your collar other than kissing and or cuddling together."

Gavin's eyes brightened as he glanced at me. "I'm excited, too. I have this whole thing planned out."

"May I meet your tiger today, too?"

Gavin paused, his excitement fading into concern. "I don't know about that, Anwyll. I've never brought him out when I'm calm, so I don't know how he'll react to you."

I shrugged. "It's okay. I hope I can meet him one day, though, but don't feel rushed. It has to be on your own time when you feel most relaxed and comfortable."

Gavin reached over and ruffled my hair. "Thank you. I want you to meet him too, but I'm just worried."

"I understand and I am thankful for your concern for my safety." I smiled, taking his hand off my head and clasping it with both of mine.

Gavin's cheeks flushed and he smiled to himself, focusing on getting onto the highway after leaving from the gate.

It was quiet between us for the first ten minutes. I noticed that Gavin was getting more and more anxious as time went on, so eventually I broke the silence.

"Can you give me a hint about where we're going?"

Gavin grinned at me. "No way! I really want to see the surprised expression on your face. But I'll give you this: you're really going to enjoy it."

I pouted, hugging my tail. "Fine, I guess I'll wait. But I'm really looking forward to what you've planned, Gav!"

Gavin purred, a pleased smirk curling his lips. I wanted to cuddle in his arms just then, but he was driving. I kept my mouth shut in hopes we could find a place later for some much-needed snuggle time together.

I rested my elbow on the door and looked at Gavin, his short light brown hair making his caramel skin look even sexier. His height was three inches under six feet and he was fit, and he had toned muscles all around, so he would have been extremely popular in high school. He was slim but muscled; like a tiger's build, I guess.

Gavin glanced at me, curiosity in his navy blue eyes. He wetted lips as I continued to stare, then relaxed once I reached out with my left hand to give his thigh a reassuring squeeze. However, I missed my mark as Gavin followed the curve of the road.

I blushed when my hand pressed something warm and soft, and Gavin's strangled mewl was arousing. I looked up with reddened cheeks to see Gavin blushing, but his dark blue eyes had gotten much darker as he flicked his eyes down towards mine.

"Gav, do you think you can handle it if I—?"

Gavin's tongue darted out to wet his lips as he nodded. I gave myself some more length with the seatbelt and pinned under my leg so I could lean over the console. Gavin subtly shifted his legs a bit wider. My tail flicked and my nose twitched. Gavin's scent had suddenly became stronger. As soon as I unzipped his shorts, my mouth watered. His scent was warm and inviting, yet it possessed a dangerous quality to it that made my instincts explode in a way. I wanted to mate with a strong creature like Gavin.

"Anwyll?"

I blushed as I drew out of my thoughts, then pushed my fingers into Gavin's underwear. He made a muffled noise of pleasure when my fingers wrapped around his shaft and tugged his long, slim length out. Gavin shivered when I rested my right cheek on his cock and gazed up at his face.

"Gav, you smell so good. You're making my instincts wild with desire."

Gavin's skin flushed with heat. His cock throbbed in my hand and against my face. I turned my attention to it again and gently rubbed a fingertip around his tip. I dug into Gavin's underwear and retrieved his sac, then began his slow massage.

Because I wasn't doing any startling actions, Gavin was able to drive properly out of the mountain pass and towards the large town. However, his hips were bucking and he was trembling wildly now.

"Do you need to come?" I asked, and Gavin quickly nodded.

"Words?"

Gavin made a noise of disbelief. "What made you so dominant?"

I giggled. "I'm Matteo's master."

Gavin's eyes widened and became very glassy for some reason, and he shuddered with a deep moan a minute later, his hips thrusting his cock up through my firm fist. I hurriedly wrapped my lips around his head and gently tongued the slit, then jerked when Gavin's seed flew into my mouth. I swallowed it all and cleaned him up, then tucked his cock away.

I sat up and kissed his cheek, then settled back into the comfy bucket seat. Gavin was floored for some reason.

"What's wrong?"

Gavin blushed. "I-I think I just came from imagining you dominating me a little bit."

My face flushed. "O-oh, well, I can do that if you want."

Gavin rubbed his face with an embarrassed expression. "M-maybe, we'll see. I don't need a master, though. Maybe just a little domination."

I chuckled. "I'm only Matteo's master, Gav. I wouldn't force something like that and I want our relationship to be special, like how it is with everyone."

Gavin smiled happily. "Thank you, Anwyll. And, um, thank you for the hand-job. It was amazing."

I giggled and squeezed his thigh properly this time. "You're welcome, Gav. I love you."

His eyes sparkled. "I love you, too."