Alright my lovely readers. I had to keep tabs as i think this was the first time i had that many the winner is JAck as Jack Frost and Bunny as the easter bunny. I was going to show you the results but ever time i saved this chapter it would remove my tallies. Now on with the story. Also i have another Halloween story up if you want to check them out in the ROT universe with different costumes. I had to get that one out of my brain before i could write this chapter. The title was hard to come up with on this chapter to. Some just come to me like the Alice reference and so on but some don't.
Hope you all enjoy and No i don't own ROTG because with my imagination who knows what they would look like.
The Night of Halloween
Well the night had finally come and Aster broke down and asked Jack for help on his costume. He just didn't know what to go as. Aster adjusted the long ears on his head of the blue grey color as he took in the rest of his costume in his sister's bathroom, which was currently locked to keep to rug rats out. He had on a vest that was the same color of the ears which aster had yet to find out where Jack got the two from. Keeping it half closed for decency of the children was a single strap holster with two boomerangs that he actually owned he inherited from his grandfather. The rest was just a pair of jeans he owned and some sneakers. Jack had given him some large bunny feet but he left them at home, 'accidently,' he was going to be chasing after a hoard of kids on a sugar high. Turning around Aster takes in his ass some and the fluffy bunny tail stitched to the jeans and wonders if he can ever wear them normal again as he shakes his ass some and the tail does not move. Next time he will defiantly grill Jack more before handing him a pair of any of his clothing.
Aster can hear his nephew Jamie yelling at him to hurry up from outside the door and a course of agreement from the five of his friends that are tagging along. His nephew had already ragged on him about the costume considering his last name. Aster in turn said he could leave him there without candy and that got him to be quiet, for about two minutes. Aster finally just told himself it would make Jack happy so he opened the door to the screaming children. It was time to start walking as his sister only lived a few blocks away from Main Street. He was meeting Jack and his sister there so he double checked his phone was in his pocket as he closed and locked the door.
Upon arriving Aster groaned that he should have predetermined a spot to meet as everyone was running around and the crowd was not easy to get through. It was like every person in town came out for this. Top it off not knowing what Jack was wearing didn't help matters. So he started walking looking for the white hair you could see for a mile away. Which was a mistake considering it was Halloween night and there where many with dyed white hair.
He kept the kids close to him though many where anxious to start playing games. He saw a flash of white hair that might have been natural so he started in that direction. When he got there they were gone through and Aster was starting to get disappointed. He stiffened for a second when he felt a pair of arms wrap around his waist and he turned around to give them a piece of his mind when his eyes fell onto a set a blue eyes hidden underneath a hoody.
"Hey, Roo." Jack smiles up at Aster who returns one of his own. Jack pulls back and rubs a hand along his chin like he has a beard and Aster only crosses his arms in reply. "The strap is a nice touch with the boomerangs but where are your feet?"
Aster just smirks, "Hey yourself and sorry I accidently left them at home." This causes Jack to snort and Aster knows he can see through the lie. He takes in Jack as he leans against what looks like a shepherds crook and his bare feet crossed. His legs are in a pair of tight brown pants that look like they have been worn a lot or put through hell to be so and cut off mid shin and tied with rope. A blue hoody with a fern pattern stitched into his shoulders and along the neck line is all of the costume. It is simple and Aster has no clue what Jack is supposed to be what so ever but it fits him. "What in the bloody hell are you supposed to be mate? A modern shepherd? And where are your shoes?"
Jack laughs as he twirls the crook amongst his thin long fingers and Aster can just think about what else they might be able to do. Bad Aster, Bad Aster, Bad thoughts amongst children. Save for later.
"I actually got the idea from you always calling me Frostbite and now shoes I thought would be good." For emphasis Jack pokes Aster in the stomach.
"Oh really now," Aster says as he moves forward. Jack grins but backs up until he hits the brick wall of one of the stores. Aster leans in towards Jack stopping just beside his ear. "That doesn't answer my questions Frostbite." He bites at Jacks ear who sucks in air like it is his last breath and holds it."
"Jack Frost. I'm the myth Jack Frost. You know bringer of winter and mischief." Jack looks up at Aster through lidded eyes and his bright blue eyes have seen to taken on a darker shade. "I thought I would be cool if me and my boyfriend dressed up as two myths, the Easter Bunny and Jack Frost, but not be too cliché like two vampires or something like that." Jack blushes that that as he runs his hand lightly in the inch section the vest still shows.
"Boyfriend, huh?" aster runs his hand down the bare neck he can see and lightly into the collar. "I believe I like that sound of that."
Jack leans up and kisses Aster on the lips quickly before pulling away and maneuvering around Aster at the ewws of the children around them they are supposed to be watching. Aster ruffles Jamie's hair when he comments that he hates when adults get all mushy like that. He sees it enough at home and Aster is supposed to be his cool uncle.
Jack lets out a rich laugh that Aster just adores. "So what do you kiddies want to do first?" he asks to the group who start yelling about all the different things.
Aster just stands back and watches as Jack interacts with the kids and wonders if it would be rude of Aster to suggest a major for Jack to study to work with kids. He moves up beside him when Jack gets into an animated conversation with Sophie about who knows what but listens none the less. Aster walks up to Jack as he stands holding Sophie's hand. Aster grabs his other hand and laces his fingers through Jack's when they start walking.
The two watch the kids from a distance in a corner out of everyone's way but at a vantage point they can see them all as they all play different games. Jack's sister Emma has taken a shine to little Sophie and is helping her out with many games and Aster can tell they share the same smile. With all the kids in the same vicinity and not trying to get one of the others attention Aster tells Jack, "You are really good with children you know that?"
Jack looks at Aster for a second before nodding. "Yeah, I always have been, babysitting many younger kids in my neighborhood and the children's center like a mentioned last Friday." Aster nods remembering that bit of information that they shared. "People say even at my age I am a kid at heart. A lot of people don't really take me seriously either but that could be with the pranks I pull."
"What do other people know anyways? Many think that a big strong man like me can't paint or believe what I have painted." Jack laughs as he slides up close to Aster who takes his hand out of Jack and instead wraps his arm around his boyfriend his hand lying on his hip.
"You will have to show me one of your paintings one day. I would love to see one." Jack says wrapping his own arm around Asters lower back.
Aster nods as he lays his head on top of Jack. "I will try to remember to show you. Anyways back to the topic I wanted to talk about. Have you ever thought o studying to become like a teacher or to work with kids somehow?"
Aster waits for a reply and can only predict that Jack is putting thought into his question. Aster just watches the kids and keeps jack close to his side when Jack finally speaks just listens. "I actually have never thought about that before. Babysitting was more about getting a little extra cash and having fun with the kids but never thought about turning working with kids into a career."
As Jack goes quiet again Aster puts his two cents in, "I was just wondering when I saw you interacting with all of them earlier. Not like you have to take the advice but just an honest observation is all."
Jack nods his head wrapping his other arm around Asters waist as he tucks his head into his chest. His hood falls and Aster can't help but burry his nose into the soft locks as Jack gives his reply, "I just never thought about it is all but I actually like the idea. I think on Monday I will see if I can get ahold of my advisor at the school and see what he thinks and what I would have to do, what classes I would have to take and everything like that. It is the only day besides the weekend I don't have classes. My advisor is a cool guy named Sandy and he doesn't mind me popping in to chat."
"Good onya mate. Even if in the end you don't choose that path it is one you can cross off your list." Aster tilts Jacks head up to his and kisses his lips lightly.
Jack smiles and nods his head as he moves to stand in front of Aster and pushes onto his toes giving Aster a proper kiss appropriate in public. He pulls back whispering, "Thanks Aster. I really appreciate it."
Jack returns too looking at the kids while cuddling close to Aster. Aster looks over his head and spots a figure looking at them he looks back down at Jack being relaxed and does not want to go anywhere but knows this might be his only time. "Hey Frostbite are you thirsty?"
"Huh, oh yeah a little do you want something I can go get it?" Jack asks but Aster just shakes his head.
"Nah, if you can watch the anklebitters for a tic I can go get us some drinks. Anything you would like?" Aster says looking at Jack as he moves away while keeping the figure in sight at the corner of his eye.
Jack thinks for second but just replies with a shrug, "It really doesn't matter. Hot chocolate if they have some maybe. Something for Emma as well if you don't mind." Jack reaches for his front pocket.
Aster grabs his hand holding it still and smiles. "It's fine Jack I got the money so don't worry."
"But," is all that Jack can get out when Aster gives him a quick kiss.
"Really it is fine on both getting your sister something and paying." He can see Jack struggle before huffing out in annoyance but nodding. "Anyways, hot chocolate? You getting cold because I could warm you up."
Aster can't help but grin at the blush he receives for his comment and Jack smacks his arm. "Just be quick like a bunny."
Aster laughs as he walks off heading for a food truck but also the figure. When he is out of site and close to the figure that has not even once noticed him he grabs him by the back of the shirt and pushes him against the side of a food truck with a growl.
"Leave Jack alone you pervert. You don't think he has not told me about your stalking?" Aster tells Pitch as the man pulls at the hand grasping the front of his collar.
Pitch tells him that he saw him first like some brat two year old about a toy. All Aster wants to do is rip the man to pieces for stalking jack like some creeper but does not want this to affect Jack or his job so he lets go with one last warning.
"I am telling you once more and that is it. Leave. Jack. Alone. Or you will be dealing with me." Aster turns and walks away hoping that he did a good job of scaring the bastard off.
He orders 9 hot chocolates and a coffee for him as the night is starting to get a chill in the air and moves back to where Jack was standing to find him gone. He looks around frantically seeing the kids are not playing games anymore but notices them all sitting a picnic table with Jack at the end waving his hands around like some lunatic. As Aster gets near he can tell though as Jack deepens his voice he is telling the kids a story and a Halloween one at that.
Aster sets down the drinks which the kids snatch up just at the end of the story comes to an end. He takes his coffee and Jack's drink over to stand by Jack as the kids chatter loudly about the story and if it is real or not.
As he hands off his drink to Jack he tells him, "See I told you good with kids but if I get hell for these kids having nightmares from their parents I am giving them your number."
Jack holds the cup close to his chest trying to take in some warmth. "They will be alright it was one of my calmer ones anyways. They were begging anyways." Looking up at Aster he asks, "What took so long anyways?"
Aster does not want to freak Jack out about Pitch being here spying as he already knows how he feels about the man so he tells him, "There was a line and 9 hot chocolates and a coffee took a bit for them to make." Jack nods in response taking a sip.
Jack shivers which makes Aster move behind him wrapping an arm around his shoulders pulling him close. "Maybe you should have put on shoes mate."
Jack shacks his head. "It would have ruined the affect I was going for. I am just glad it came out ok. Took me all week to make."
"Make? You made your costume?" Aster asks bewildered. "I thought you bought it or something at least the hoody." Aster shakes his head and chuckles in his throat pulling Jack closer to where they are flush and Jack is leaning into him.
"What?" He elbows Aster but not enough to do any effect. "Yes I made it. The pants and hoody where old and just in my closet, so I cut up the pants some and washed them a lot to get the well-used look. Then I stitched in the pattern on the hoody. The 'staff' was an old prop from a play I did in school"
Aster can't help but to chuckle again at the confession and power behind Jack as he defends himself. "So where did you get mine then? My sister asked me and I told her I didn't know."
Aster can see Jack's cheeks heat up as he lets out his secret, "I, uhhh, made the ears, vest, and feet too from some material I found that matched your hair."
Aster to that buries his nose in Jack's neck as laughter rolls off of him making his body shake and Jack's as well. "I can't believe you can sew and do it so well Frostbite."
"Hey, come on now. Roo. It's not that funny." Jack crosses his arms and pouts. "This coming from the sensitive painter."
While trying to get his chuckles under control his kisses Jack's neck a few times mumbling against the skin. "Aww come on now babe. I didn't mean anything by it."
Jack bites his lip as Aster keeps up his assault on his neck, especially when he finds a particularly sensitive spot at the spot where his shoulder and neck meet that makes him shivers. At feeling the small body against him shiver he watches the kids who are still in a conversation and distracted he latches his mouth on the spot and begins to slowly suck and nibble on the spot.
Jack gives out a strangled groans trying to shift and squirms like if being tickled which rubs against Aster in a delicious way unconsciously. Aster pulls away from the now nice red spot that can be hidden by the hoody and lets out a hiss. Jack freezes and blushes hard at the bulge pushing into his back. The two stand still for a bit with uneven breathing and are brought out of their mind set as Sophie starts asking for Jack attention. The kids want another story and Jack obliges though Aster won't let him out of his arms for obvious reasons so he does so for his boyfriend's dignity staying in front.
It is later when Aster and Jack are following the kids holding hands as they trick or treat from the people lined up along Main Street that both are thinking the same thing. Aster watches as some give out candy to the two adult's kind enough to take the kids out and dress up along with them in the spirit and Jack slips his own into Sophie's bucket due to the kids so called contest of who can get the most candy. Aster can feel his heart skip a beat and knows he could get used to this. Jack also thinks he could get used to this as Aster hands him every bit of candy telling him that he is not a big sweets fan so Jack should have it. Jack can see the older man is telling a small fib knowing Jack is giving his candy to the smallest of their group. They both enjoy the Halloween thinking this might be the best yet.
Ok that kept growing and growing and growing. And i probably could have kept going as well. but i restrained myself. Just so you know i don't hate kids but kids on sugar, well lets put it this way last year on Halloween i volunteered at a place called headstart as i am friends with the two that ran the classroom and we had three adults to the to the 18 kids on a sugar high. I hope you all enjoy my work because i actually enjoyed writing this chapter and just love writing in general. If you have been reading both my stories check out my first one shot and Halloween with Jack and Aster in the ROTG world. Anyways shout out to my many reviewers, guest, guest-KCR(such a loyal reviewer and reader. love it, , furryfox, Nora Frost 1 with pen, soy chilena, guest, guest, guest, guest, yay, Xalre, Written Angel, icefiresky (loved the picture links), CrazyCountyrGirl (i am a country girl too and we are just all crazy), zombie4play, FangandIggyRule, THEANONADMIRAL (I love writing so my pleasure), mandamichelle, Aroski156, Ultravioletlex, and Pawii-chan (wish i would have thought of angel jack). Thank all you lovely people so much and to my new followers and favorites. Cannot believe how close i am to 100 review on this story and wonder if i can get it there with this chapter. I wont demand them but i love hearing for you all. But whether you are silent, follow, fav, or review i enjoy that others are reading this so much and enjoy it themselves. Happy Halloween everyone be safe in whatever you do.
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