Tis was another beautiful day in Gaul. Asterix awoke in Obelix's arms, snug against his chest. He smiled at his larger lover; they had truly found peace and happiness together. Six months had past this that first amazing time together and that frightening time where he had nearly lost his life. Caesar keeps attacking, but not very often. The village is still none the wiser to what they do behind closed doors. They had their ups and downs like most couples but for the most, they were both exactly the same people. Except for Obelix's possessive streak, it was terribly high and it did grate on Asterix's nerves at times. But he would just have to learn to live with it, even within it. He'd figured out that Obelix was never going to let him go after all. This was his life now.
Asterix wriggled out from between Obelix's arms, he jumped back as Obelix searched for him in his sleep, groaning when he couldn't find him then settling back to sleep. Asterix shook silently in laughter, amused by Obelix's actions. He started on breakfast, knowing that Obelix would be hungry when he awoke. He only had three boars for dinner before he dragged Asterix to bed, proclaiming he couldn't wait any longer. Asterix had cooked four boars before Obelix awoke. He sat down at the table and asked for food. After breakfast, Obelix polished off three boars while Asterix ate only one. They decided to go join the rest of the village on this glorious day.
It was the day of the Gaulish Games, the only day of the year when the village actually competed against each other. Asterix and Obelix walked into the festivities. The women were displaying baked goods for judging and the men trying to show off their strength or speed in competitions like menhir throwing, running races, wrestling and fish fights. To make things fair and so someone could win they banned the magic potion and Obelix from joining in all the strength and speed tests. But they couldn't kick Obelix out of all the festivities so they made him the judge for all the food competitions.
Obelix sat in front of the baked goods table full of apple, pumpkin, berry and wild boar pie. He licked his lips and started sampling. He gave a winner for each type of pie then ate everything, patting his stomach when he was finished. No one cared; they expected it of Obelix anyway. Though he gave some to Asterix who never left his side the whole time, which was different. Asterix would usually leave Obelix to his eating and joined in all the strength and speed competitions. He usually won most of them too. But this year he didn't seem interested in any of it. Most of the villagers shrugged it off, Oh well more chance for them to win, but one couldn't just let it be. Getafix was good friends with Asterix and cared for his health. He noted the behaviour and decided he needed to investigate, to make sure he was alright. The rest of the festivities went on unhinged, all the way thru to the banquet at sunset.
Asterix and Obelix left the banquet early and walked into the woodlands together. Getafix followed silently behind, moving between the shadows. Obelix and Asterix walked into an open field and settled down together. Getafix watched as the two cuddled up and watched the stars together. He was stunned by the display but not truly surprised. The two were always together and now it seemed that friendship had gone to the next level. He watched a little longer, but as the two started to kiss, he felt he was truly intruding on them. Getafix left the two to it, smiling like a loon.
When he returned to his hut, he continued to think upon what he saw in that field. Obelix and Asterix, a couple, he wasn't sure when it happened but he had a hunch of for quite awhile. He was happy for his friends, they were made for each other but he wasn't sure the rest of the village would see it the same way. They were old fashioned in such ways and Getafix didn't want them to be banished for their love. He decided in the morning he would visit them and talk to them about it.
Getafix knocked on Asterix's door early the next morning. He noticed Dogmatix sitting on the door step, like a little guard. Getafix heard a low moan from inside, like an Asterix awakening. He wondered why Asterisk would still be in bed this late in the morning. He tried to open the door, but Dogmatix growled at him. Getafix smiled and bent down to Dogmatix's level.
"I know Dogmatix. I wish them no harm." Dogmatic stepped back to allow the Druid entry, feeling only truth in his words.
The Druid entered the hut to a view he never thought he would see. Asterix was cuddled up in Obelix's arms, still asleep but he awoke at the presence of Getafix. The look of fear that crossed his face broke Getafix's heart, knowing that Asterix was probably thinking the worst.
"I mean no harm, Asterix."
"You hold no grievances about us?" Asterix asked softly, wriggling himself from Obelix's arms. Jumping back as Obelix searched for him.
"Love follows no rules." Asterisk smiled, his friend Getafix was a true friend indeed. "But unfortunately, I don't think the rest of the village will see it the same way."
"Yes, I know. I wish they could understand though. How did you find out?"
"Last night, I saw you."
"How much?"
"I left quickly. I wished not to intrude but if it was another..."
"Obelix wanted to go for a walk before bed."
"Still as accommodating as ever?"
"Yes, I guess so."
"You must be careful, Asterix."
"I know. Thank you Getafix, for your support." And with that, he left, leaving Asterix to think about this predicament.