A/N: My sister's favorite pairing is first up in this little short story series. This idea came up during a random conversation about the sweet things the couples say on the sparkling squares. (Just to explain my sister and I pronounce Lon'qu as Long Q, I have no idea if its the correct way or not.)
Alternative Titles
Lon'qu/Miriel
"Be sure to stay vigilant at all times during skirmishes... Lon'cutie." Miriel reminded as she and Lon'qu continued another of their sparring matches that had become routine ever since their odd relationship began.
Just after she finished her sentence she struck what would be a crippling blow, if the weapons had been real, on her normally untouchable husband. "Lon'cutie, what..." Miriel asked, confused at her husband's failure to block the blow.
"What are you doing?" Lon'qu demanded as he set aside the training equipment.
"Lon'cutie, I have reminded you many times that you must be specific when you pose an inquiry if you desire a satisfac-"
"That." Lon'qu interrupted, "There. You did it again. Why are you calling me... that name?"
"Oh, you are inquiring as to why I have taking to calling you Lon'cutie."
"...Yes."
"Well I have been researching the common customs of married couples, and a common theme amongst all of my research is the use of alternative titles used between the spouses."
"Alternative titles? Do you mean nickna- never mind, just stop. I don't wish to be called anything outside of my name."
"But all my research shows that typical couples-" Miriel tried to explain, but was quickly interrupted again.
"Enough. There is a problem already with your reasoning."
"I fail to see the fault in my reasoning. Please elaborate on the the problem you have identified."
"We have never been the typical couple, Miriel," he said, a small smile spreading over his face. "Not for even a moment."
A smile spread across Miriel's face as well. "Ah, I suppose you have a point... Lon'cutie."
"Stop."