Disclaimer: I do not own Zootopia or any of its characters, they all belong to Disney.

Thinking of Her Fox Again

Judy woke and stared out the window. She looked at the clock: 11:02. Her Fox was coming at noon to take her home from the hospital. She moved around trying to get comfortable, but apparently that's something that hospitable beds weren't made to be. She sighed and continued to stare. Then her mind drifted back and she remembered their first date. She smiled as she fidgeted for three and half hours waiting for her Fox. He'd taken her first to lunch and then movies. They sat in the back of the theater and he'd put an arm around her and she snuggled close. When the movie ended they went to the park and walked hand in hand ignoring the stares of the other animals. Then they walked off the path and sat under a spreading oak.

He smiled and took her into his arms. Their second kiss was long and sweet. Then he pulled her in his lap and she allowed his hands to wander a just bit. Not that she didn't enjoy it too, but there were limits. She looked him in the eye and cleared her throat. He apologized and then began to tickle her. She enjoyed that too and after a few minutes she was breathless. Then he gathered her into his arms and kissed her again. Her ear's turned just a bit pinker and she giggled. She continued to watch for her Fox. She glanced at the clock: 11:11.

There were other dates just as delightful and she'd to be on her guard lest she forget to clear her throat. Seven months later she knew that this date was going to be special. He'd asked her to dress up because as he said it he was going to 'take her out on the town!' She was putting the final touches on her new dress when there was a knock on the door. She opened it and there was her Fox in a tuxedo! She put a hand on her hip and took a pose. The look on his face made her smile. Then he gave her a Fox's grin and she blushed. Her Fox stepped in and closed the door. He reached for her and she swatted his hand. She didn't want him mussing her up before they went out! She smiled up at him, turned him around, and took his arm. He chuckled and took her down to his car. He opened the door for her like the gentlefox he was and helped her in.

First, they went to dinner in a fancy restaurant. When she looked at the menu she wondered why there weren't any prices. She picked out a few of her favorites as did her Fox. When the food came the waiter also brought a bottle of wine. They both thought dinner was delicious. Then they walked a few blocks to the theater. The movie wasn't the usual type they watched, but a romance. As they watched her Fox took her hand. She cried at the ending and her Fox hugged her. After the movie they went to a club. Surprisingly she noticed a few other mixed species couples. They ordered drinks and he took her out on the dance floor. Her Fox was a good dancer! The last dance was a slow one and he held her close. She could tell that he was excited and blushed. It seemed to her like they'd been dancing for hours. When they got back to the table she looked at her watch and they actually had!

All good things had to end sometime and they soon stood at her apartment door. He looked into her eyes and then dropped to one knee. He produced a ring and slipped it on her finger. Her answer was, of course, an enthusiastic yes. That kiss had surpassed all the ones previous. She put her hands behind her head and smiled at that memory. The clock now read 11:25 and she sighed.

She looked out the window again. Then she had to smile remembering their wedding. It turned out to be simply one minor disaster after another. First, they had to tell their respective parents. Since Nick's mother, Catherine, lived in Zootopia they spoke to her first. She was absolutely delighted that her son was getting married and she didn't mind in the least that Judy was a Rabbit. When they told her the vixen lifted the Rabbit into her arms a hugged her. Then she offered to help in any way she could with their wedding. Since it had gone so well her Fox was enthusiastic about telling her parents. Knowing her parents opinion about Foxes Judy knew what their reaction would be. She tried to explain without hurting his feelings.

They took the train to BunnyBurrow and he kept a arm around her the entire way. Toward the end of the journey she'd remembered the observation bubble. She took her Fox's hand and led him to the car and up the stairs. They were close enough to her home that she recognized the scenery and began to sound like a tour guide. She had felt his strong hand on her shoulder and leaned back against her Fox. Then her Fox wrapped his arms around her and nibbled on an ear. She blushed and giggled. Then she saw the 'Welcome to BunnyBurrow' sign and they watched the numbers quickly clicking upward. He looked down at her and gave her a wink. Her blush deepened.

The station came into view and she smiled. The train slowed and they followed the other animals off searching for her parents. Judy felt a tap on her shoulder and turned only to be hugged by her sister Jill. Her Fox squatted down and her sister first looked at her and then at her Fox. She chuckled and hugged her future brother-in-law. For just a moment he didn't know what to do with his hands, but then unfortunately muscle memory took over. She heard Jill squeak and then saw her look at her Fox and blush. He apologized and she kissed his cheek. Jill looked at her sister, raised an eyebrow, and winked. She blushed.

Nick drove so that the sisters could catch up. She'd only told Jill that her Fox had proposed and this trip was to tell her parents. Jill didn't speak for so long that she'd lost the phone connection. After Jill did speak she assured her sister that knew exactly what her parents' reaction would be as did her Fox, but they were determined to tell them. Jill had assured her that she help as much as possible. When they arrived they'd agreed beforehand that there was no sense in waiting and went directly to her parents. Their reaction was as predictable as the sunrise. Her parent listed all the reasons they shouldn't get married and she had one and only one reason that they should. They loved each other and were getting married regardless! She told them that could come to their wedding or not. It was up to them!

She turned, took her Fox's hand, and led him to her old room. She flopped on her bed and buried her face in the pillow. Her Fox lay beside her and then wrapped his arms around her. He just laid his head next to hers and held her tight. After a time they slept and Jill came quietly to check on them. They were sleeping so peacefully in each other's arms that Jill couldn't resist and took a picture. Later Jill had the picture framed and gave it to them a secret wedding present. They were married at her local church will all hers and his families present. She looked at the clock: 11:45.

Remembering their honeymoon her ears turned a cherry red. She pulled her ears down over her face and giggled quietly. Her Fox had rented a secluded cabin near the beach and miles from anyone or anything. He had carried her over the threshold as tradition demanded. Then her Fox smiled and she blushed. He chuckled and gently kissed her. While he went to unloaded the car she changed. He looked at her in surprise as she was wearing a bathing suit and making sandwiches. She looked at her Fox and blushed. He smiled and then went through his suit case coming up with his swimsuit. As he undressed she turned away. She took a peek and her Fox stood there in only his fur. Transfixed she stared at him unable to look away. He was a beautiful Fox and then he came to her and took her in his arms. They kissed and then green eyes met purple ones. He hugged her again and went back to put on his bathing suit. Then he took her hand and led her to the beach.

They spread out a blanket and she took out the paper plates and food. After they'd eaten they lay together and watched as the sun sink into the sea. As always she enjoyed the feel of his strong arms around her. She giggled as he explored her body and then her his. Then they watched the stars come out. Later the horizon started to glow and moon rose bathing the cove in a pale light. She felt her Fox lick an ear and she giggled. Then he turned to her and their lips met. The kiss became more passionate and she felt his weight on her. Then he broke the kiss and licked her throat. She moaned and soon their bathing suits disappeared. He was so gentle they she felt a moment's pain and gave a little cry. Her Fox stopped and looked her. She smiled and they continued. Only later she noticed that the moon was already high in the sky as she lay by her Fox's side her breathing only then slowing. They were joined in body, soul, and spirit. She blushed again at the memory and looked at the clock: 11:56.

A minute or so later the door quietly opened and her Fox stuck his head in. She put a finger to her lips and he entered without a sound followed by a nurse with a wheelchair. Her Fox leaned over and kissed her. The kiss became more passionate and she felt him chuckle.

"What?" she said quietly.

"Wasn't that how all this started?" he asked just above a whisper.

They both looked at the bassinet and smiled. She was surprised that the six kits had stayed quiet over the last hour leaving her to reminisce over the events of the last year. She looked at her Fox and smiled.

"Ready to be a father?" she asked quietly and he only smiled.