I do not own cats
When the two arrived back at the yard, everyone was surprised to find Munkustrap and Mistoffelees so close to one another. However, they all couldn't help but smile at how happy they looked together. They were also relieved to see that Mistoffelees was okay. The first to approach the two came as a bit of a surprise to both of them.
"Mistoffelees, may I talk to you in private?" Mistoffelees stared at his uncle for a moment then looked up at Munkustrap who had tightened his hold around his waist. He looked back at his uncle then nodded. "Yes, but I want Munkustrap to stay with me while we talk." Mistoffelees knew Munkustrap wouldn't object to staying with him. Bustopher glanced at Munkustrap before nodding. "Fine by me." Bustopher then started walking to a quiet part of the yard with Mistoffelees and Munkustrap following behind.
When they were far from the ears of the other jellicles, they stopped. Bustopher turned to face the two but addressed Mistoffelees. "I wanted to say how truly sorry I am for the way I treated you. I don't expect you to forgive considering all the pain I put you through. I just want you to know that I feel guilty for doing it and I'll never treat you that way again. It was awful of me to cause you so much pain even though you were still suffering from your parents death. I know you must have hated it and probably wondered why I did it. To be honest with you, it wasn't your fault. I was jealous of your father and how he had magic. I always felt like he was stealing the spotlight. I figured you may become like him so I held a grudge against you for it. I truly am sorry. I know this is asking for much, but you're welcome to stay at the mansion anytime you like. You'd be treated like a guest and with a lot of respect, but I'd understand if you wouldn't want to come anywhere near the place." He stopped speaking after that and looked at his nephew who hadn't said a word or even shown any emotion.
Mistofelees just stared at his uncle. Thinking over everything that was said to him. Munkustrap was looking at Mistoffelees as well. Wondering what he was thinking. Misto looked up at his lover, giving him a small smile before pulling away from him and walked to his uncle. He stopped in front of him then nodded. "I forgive you."
Misto then gave him a hug which was returned by the other who had started crying again. "Thank you Mistoffelees. Thank you." Mistoffelees then pulled away and smiled. "I can see you really meant what you said and I can tell you've learned from your mistakes. I know though if you do it again. I believe a certain someone will come after you." He turned to grin at the tabby who winked at him and nodded. "It's true so be warned." This made Bustopher shudder slightly.
"Well, you're always welcome to join Misto if he comes to the mansion. You will be treated with plenty of respect" Munkustrap walked over to the two and wrapped his arm around Misto. "I hope so and you'll be welcome to come to Jellicle Ball. I will look forward to seeing you there."
Bustopher nodded. "Yes, I'd be happy to come to the next Jellicle Ball." Munkustrap nodded. "Good. We look forward to seeing you then." Bustopher smiled at the both of them. "Why thank you and I hope you two will be very happy together." Mistoffelees smiled looking up at Munkustrap who returned the smiled. "I'm sure we will Uncle."
Bustopher nodded. "Good, well I best be off then if you don't mind. Toodle pip." The two watched as he walked away. Munkustrap smirked as he watched him go. Misto noticed this. "What are you thinking?" Munk looked down at him. "I'm thinking Bustopher could do with a song at this years ball." Mistoffelees smirked. "Sounds like a good idea."
They both burst into laughter and fell to the floor, Misto falling onto Munkustrap which made them both laughter. After a while, they stopped and stared at one another smiling. "Looks like things are looking up for the both of us." Munkustrap smiled, caressing Misto's cheek. "Looks like it." Mistoffelees purred, leaning into his touch. They stayed like that for a while.
"Misto?"
"Yes Munk?"
Munkustrap looked up into Mistoffelees' eyes. "Will you mate with me at the jellicle ball?" Mistoffelees smiled brightly down at the other. "Yes. A thousand times yes. I will mate with you." Munkustrap smiled happily and pulled Misto down for a kiss which he happily returned.
The next chapter will be the final chapter.
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