Author's Note:
School's been busy, but managed to write a lil' somethin' somethin' for LPS...
If this is the same title as another LPS fanfic, it isn't the same and it's only coincidence, I'll change it

Shahrukh's Visit

The sun's rays softly stretched across his back as he sunbathed in the sand, wiggling his tired feet. The mongoose sighed, yawned in delight. Shahrukh's ear twitched, feeling a section of his back overshadowed. He glanced up, slowly taking in the sight of his makeup artist in a flowing, red sundress. He flinched at her touch as she caressed his ears.

The actor smiled a small smile at her warm touch, feeling instant relief come over him. He relaxed deeper into his pillow, twitching his tail in comfort.

"Shahrukh," the playful voice giggled a bit. He purred, loving the way she called his name. Shahrukh. Another deep sigh his sunkissed limbs stretched lazily. "Come, on, darling, we'd ought to get ready…"

A grunt escaped him; he didn't want to get up. Why couldn't Tammy just join him in his little paradise on the beach floor? The rubbing turned to shaking, and Shahrukh found himself blinking the bright lamplight of his hotel room. He groaned, snuggling deeper into the covers. If she only knew…, he thought to himself, that dream was perfect….

"Honey, today will be a great day, I just know it," her voice held an enthusiastic grin. Trying to make me get up…. why…? Shahrukh finally gave in and arched his back, missing the sweet sunset befalling his beautiful love's shoulders. Again, he thought, if only she knew. Without hesitation, he shook himself and gave Tammy a crooked smile in return. She blinked, scratching his neck. It felt real, much better than the dream… He sighed. Maybe it would be a good day.

Shahrukh looked up at her cheerful face, tilting his head to hear the plans for today. He still wanted sleep, but at least he'd have her by his side.

"Well, eat your breakfast, and I'll tell you," Tammy gestured towards the platter, a light meal of eggs and bacon, already knowing the look in his eyes. Strange. She'd usually tell him first thing. It would give him bouts of anxiety if he was seperated from her without knowledge. Shahrukh shivered, recalling a scary incident that wasn't really that scary to others, but to this day would frighten him.

The mongoose greedily chomped down the nutrients, wide awakened and ready for whatever Tammy had for today. He didn't want to miss a beat of information. The woman looked at him, snickering under her breath at his eating. Shahrukh flicked his tail, flashing a smile. He tried to have a certain gleam in his eyes beholding how he saw her. She simply blinked, and giggled some more, blushing; for a second he really thought she caught onto his flirt. Either she didn't or she hid it well enough. The mongoose licked his lips, flicking his tail impatiently.

"Oh, don't be like that," Tammy grinned, "Patience is key- you wolfed that down quick, didn't you?" She rested her chin on her palm, sighing, "Well, I hope you won't get mad at me, so here it goes… You're gonna have to stay at a pet shop today. Everyone will be busy unpacking, packing, you know, that sort of stuff. I have to help as well; but tomorrow you'll be on the movie saddle, okay?"

"Wha-what?!" Shahrukh nearly choked on his orange juice. "Am I really…?" He pouted, childishly bringing his knees towards his chest. Although she couldn't understand, his displeasure was obvious.

"Tssk, come on, honey, it'll be fun," she encouraged, "We can go to the poetry club tonight…" A small rumble emitted from his throat, a soft roll of his tongue, already cheered up at the thought. Memories of her gentle voice, playful light bouncing off her tan skin, as she recited her well-thought poems to the crowd. Of course, he enjoyed the others as well, but standing on the stage with her as she gently read soothed him. Shahrukh sighed in distress, considering this with the pet shop.

A few fingers scratched his chin, but he simply waged his options. Finally he groaned, knowing she wouldn't take no for an answer. Fine. But I won't like it…