Author's Note: This is Chapter 13 Revised. I added 14 onto it to make it longer. It didn't seem right breaking it off, but I had some other things to work on, so I posted it in haste. Here is the full version.
I woke up the next morning to find Lilly's head still on my chest. I smiled and started petting her. I looked over at the clock and it said 8:30AM.
"Wow, slept all night again." I though, smiling at what we did last night. I didn't even know what time we fell asleep, but It must've been a little bit late. At least 9 or 10. I stretched out my muscles, waking Lilly up. She looked at me with the beautiful lavender eyes.
"Morning." I said, rubbing her back.
"Morning to you too." She streching and yawning. "What time is it?"
"About 8:30." I said.
"Wow, we must've been pretty tired last night." she said, smiling.
"Wasn't too hard with you, lovely." I said, kissing her. She giggled and said "Aw, you're sweet."
"I try." I said, sitting up. "So, what do you wanna do today?" She asked, sitting up as well.
"Oh, I was thinking we could go to the mall for a while. Just walk around a while. See if there's anything I could get you." I said, kissing her again.
"That sounds fun. I'll have to find you something too, birthday boy!" she said, kissing me back.
"Oh, that's right. It is my birthday today." I said. She giggled and hopped off the bed. I got dressed and we walked out to the living room. My parents were already up. They saw us come out and said "Happy birthday, Cody!" at the same time.
"I'm sure glad you all remembered, because I didn't." I said, laughing.
"So, what's the plan for this morning?" dad asked.
"We were gonna go to the mall for a little while. Just walk around." I said, sitting down on the couch. Lilly hopped up and sat next to me.
"Sounds like fun. Just be back by noon. We have a surprise for you." mom said.
"Okay then. Come on, Lilly. Let's go." I said, getting up.
"Okay." she said, following me to the car. We drove about 30 minutes to the mall. I found a space close to the front entrance. We got out and walked inside.
"So, where should we go first?" I asked her, looking at the directory. She looked at it too and said "How about here?" pointing to the game store.
"Good choice." I said, laughing. We walked over to the stairs and went up to the second floor. Then we walked down the pathway to the store and went inside. We started looking around at some of the games they had, but didn't really see anything good. So we went back out to find another place. This time we went to the Sport Chalet, which was just down the walkway.
When we got inside, Lilly saw all the shooting stuff and said "Why don't we go look over there?"
"Okay, maybe they'd have something new." I said. We walked over and started looking at the shotguns they had. After a few minutes, an employee walked over and greeted us.
"Hi, can I help you find something?" he asked.
"Oh, no, we're just browsing, thank you." I said.
"No problem. Let me know if you need anything." he said, starting to walk away. He stopped when he saw my scars on my face and arms
"Excuse me. I don't mean to be rude, but how did you get all those scars?" he asked.
"Well I shoot trap and a few days ago my 870 exploded on me. I had metal fragments where are those scars are." I said.
"Oh, wow! I'm sorry to hear that." he said.
"It's okay." I said. He walked away to another customer.
"Well, he was nice." I said. Lilly looked at me and said "Yeah, he was." We continued to look around the store until we got bored. I looked at my watch and noticed it was 11:15.
"Okay, Lilly, ready to go? We gotta be home in 45 minutes." I said.
"Sure. I'm ready." she said, wagging her tail. We walked back down stairs and out to the car. We started driving home, listening to the radio on the way home.
"In other news, Remington has recalled some of their 870 models sold before October 15th. Apperantly, there is a flaw in the chamber casting that may cause them to explode. This flaw was found by high school trap coach, Jack Bayler. He told us that one of his team members' 870 shotgun exploded while they were practice shooting Friday afternoon. The young man was admitted into the hospital with metal fragments in his face, arm & chest." the newsman said.
"Wow, good thing they found that." I said. Lilly nodded in agreement. The rest of the drive was pretty quiet. Lilly seemed to be excited about something, but I wasn't sure. When we got home, she jumped out with her tail wagging. She ran to the front door saying "Come on! Hurry up!"
"I'm coming. What's the rush?" I asked, laughing.
"Your mom has a surprise, remember?" she asked.
"I know." I said, opening the front door. When we walked into the living room, all my friends and family shouted "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" I was a little shocked by all this.
"You guys did all this for me?" I asked.
"Of course we did. After everything that's happened, you deserve this." mom said, hugging me.
"Wow, thank you guys!" I said, tears in my eyes. I wiped them away real quick. I looked over at the coffee table and saw a bunch of gifts on it.
"Are those for me?" I asked.
"Well, who else here has a birthday today, dummy?" my dad said, smiling. I walked over and sat down on the couch. I looked at them and saw 4 smaller ones, but one large one on the bottom. I picked up the first small one and opened it. It was from Eugene. A brand new copy of Battlefield 3 for Xbox.
"Wow, thanks man." I said, giving him a hug. "No problem." he said, smiling. I picked up another that was from Kaci. I opened it and saw a DVD copy of "Zombieland". I've always wanted to see that movie!
"Oh, awesome! This movie looks funny from the previews!" I said, giving her a hug. "It is." she said. I picked up another one and it was from dad. "Changing A Tire For Dummies". I looked at him and laughed. "Are you trying to say something?" I asked, laughing.
"No, not me." he said, smiling. The last one was from mom. It was a brand new watch with crystal pieces for the numbers. It was black with a chrome ring around the dial.
"Wow, that is awesome, mom! It looks great!" I said, putting it on. "Well, I'm glad you like it." she said, hugging me. Finally was the large gift. I started to reach for it when mom stopped me.
"Before you open this one, let me tell you this. This one was actually from your shooting team and your coach. They all chipped in for it." she said. I nodded and picked it up. It was pretty heavy. I took the paper off it and saw what it was.
A BRAND NEW Browning Citori XS Special. A very nice and pretty expensive over-under shotgun. These run at least $3,000! I looked at my parents and said "Are you kidding me!"
"No, were not. Open the box. It's a little bit different then a normal model." dad said, smiling. I opened the box and the first thing I see is a special engraving on the side. It's a picture of Lilly that I drew in class. The one of her with her toy. I looked at it and started to tear up again.
"They got this for me?" I asked. "Yes, they did. Everyone paid for a little bit of it, even Eugene and Kaci." dad said. I got up and an hugged them both, not believing what I was hearing.
"Wow...Just WOW!" was all I could say. "This is amazing!" I looked back at the box and saw a note laying in it. I picked it up and read it. "Don't blow this one up!" I laughed and laid it down. "This is the most amazing gift ever!" I said, looking at it. "You think it's amazing now? How about we go to the range and test 'er out?" mom said.
"Okay! Let me get my stuff!" I said, running to my room. I grabbed a couple boxes of shells and ran back out. We all went outside to the cars. Lilly, Kaci, Eugene and I took my Jeep while my parents drove their car. On the drive to the range I said "Guys, really! This is amazing! I never expected you to do this for me."
"It was the least we could do. Besides, there are about 9 other people you need to thank, too!." Kaci said. Lilly looked up at me and said "So, pretty good birthday yet?"
"You have no idea! I still can't believe all this." I said, petting her. After a few more minutes, we pulled into the parking lot and got out. I opened the back and pulled my new gun out and laid it across my shoulder. We all walked over to the range and I saw the rest of the team there along with the coach. As we walked up to them, they all yelled "Happy Birthday!"
"Thanks, guys. I can't believe you all got me this." I said, holding my gun.
"It was nothing. You would've done the same for us." Justin said. "Besides, the best shooter needs a good looking gun to lead us to victory this year!" he said.
"Thanks. Now, how about we see how she shoots?" I asked. Everyone nodded and stepped back so I could shoot. I loaded the gun and called for the targets, which came from the sides again. I followed the right one and shot it, making it turn to dust, then the left with a very similar effect. It was perfect! I walked back to the rack and set it down and said "It's perfect. Has a good, solid thud. Just one question, though."
"What's that?" coach asked.
"How did you guys get that picture engraved for it?" I asked, pointing to the side.
"It was me. I gave your mom that drawing you made in class when I knew they would get you a new gun." Lilly said, wagging her tail. I walked over and pulled her into a hug. "Well, thank you Lilly. It's beautiful." I said. I wispered in her ear "But not as beautiful as you." She blushed when I said that. A couple hours later after having some cake and everybody talking with each other, the range manager announced it was time to close up. I looked at my new watch and it said 6:30PM.
"Okay, you guys ready to go then?" I asked Lilly, Kaci and Eugene. They said "Yeah. We are."
"Okay, I'll give you two a ride home." I said, picking up my gun. We walked back to my car and I set it in the back. I got in and we started driving to their house.
While we were driving to Eugene and Kaci's house to drop them off, we were talking about my birthday and whatever else came to mind. After a while, Kaci asked "So, how have you two been?"
"We've been doing great. My scars are healing good." I said.
"And I've never been better. I love it here!" Lilly said.
"Lilly, has your mom come to visit yet?" Kaci asked.
"Yeah, she was were a few days ago. I hope she comes back soon. I have some good news for her." She said, smiling. Kaci started laughing and so did Eugene.
"What's so funny?" I asked.
"Alright, don't get mad, but I kinda told her about you two." Eugene said, still lauging.
"WHAT?" I yelled. "Why didn't you ask me first? I told you not too tell anyone." I said.
"I know, but she could tell I was hiding something. I didn't want to tell at first, but she swore she wouldn't say anything."
"Alright, I get it. So, Kaci, what do you think?" I asked.
"It's okay. I don't care who anyone falls in love with. It's their choice." she said.
"Well, thanks. I was nervous how Eugene would act at first, but he was cool about it." I said. We talked for a while longer until we got to their house. We all decided to go inside to get something to drink. We sat at their table and started talking again.
"So how much in love are you two?" Kaci asked. Lilly and I looked at each other, blushing, and I said "Well, if you're asking if we "did it", then the answers yes." Kaci started giggling and said "Good for you too. Now have fun trying to tell you guys' parents."
"I know. I'm worried about that, too. More so Lilly's mom then my parents." I said, smiling.
"You'll be fine. She'll be happy that I found someone to love." she said, nuzzling my arm.
"Yeah, you're right." I said. We talked for a little while longer until we decided to leave.
"Well, we're going to go home. I've got to do some clothes and make dinner for us." I said, getting up. Lilly got up too and said "Yeah, and I need a nap."
"Well, see you guys Monday." Eugene said, opening the door for us. We walked out and got into my car and drove off. Lilly looked at me and said "I can't believe you told them we had sex already." I smiled and said "Were you not okay with that?"
"No, it's okay, I trust them. But it surprised me. I thought that would be a little more personal."
"I know, but they would've know I was lying if I said something else."
"I understand. I was just surprised was all." she said, laying down. After a few minutes, we arrived home. We got out and walked inside to find Eve sitting on the couch chatting with my parents. Lilly saw her and started wagging her tail.
"Mom!" she yelled, running to her.
"Lilly! How's it going, honey?" Eve asked, hugging her.
"Good! We've been doing good." she said.
"Where were you guys today? I've been here for a couple hours now." she asked.
"Over at my friend's house. We were talking for a while after leaving the range." I said, setting my shooting gear down.
"Oh, okay. So, you're mom tells me it's your birthday today?"
"Yeah, it is. I didn't even remember when I got up until Lilly told me." I said, petting her.
"Well, remember next year. What did you get?" she asked. I reached down and picked up my gun and held it in front of her.
"Wow, that's pretty nice. Who did the drawing on the side?" she asked.
"I drew it in class the other day and someone they had it engraved onto it."
"It's nice. It's Lilly, right?" she asked, smiling.
"Yep." Lilly said, smiling. We continued to chat for a while, joking and laughing, until Lilly and I started getting tired. We yawned at the same time making Eve laugh.
"Getting tired already?" she asked.
"Yeah, we've been since about 7 this morning." I said.
"Yeah, I'm getting pretty tired too. It was a long walk here." Eve said, stretching.
"Well, then I guess you guys should get to bed. Eve, would you like to stay here tonight?" Mom asked.
"Are you sure? I don't want to be rude."
"Yes, I'm sure." she said.
"Okay, then. Thank you." Eve said.
"It's nothing. Why don't you sleep with them tonight. I'm sure Lilly would like to sleep with you."
"Yeah! I'd love to!" Lilly said, wagging her tail.
"Okay, let's get to bed then." I said, walking to our bedroom. Lilly and Eve followed me in and hopped up onto the bed. I sat down and Lilly laid down by the pillows while Eve laid down at the foot of the bed.
"Mom, you can sleep up here with us. We don't mind." Lilly said.
"It's okay. I like to stretch out a bit when I sleep." She said, smiling.
"Okay, then." Lilly said. I covered up and laid down. After a couple minutes, right before I fell asleep, Lilly nudged my face. I opened my eyes and looked at her.
"We need to tell her." she wispered in my ear. I looked at Eve, who was almost asleep and nodded. Lilly sat up and said "Mom? You asleep yet?" Eve opened her eyes and looked at her.
"No, not yet. Is something wrong?" she asked, sitting up.
"No, nothing wrong. In fact, it's great. That's what I need to talk to you about." she said.
"Okay, what is it?" she asked, looking worried about something.
"Well, I wanted to tell you that I kinda fell in love the other day." Lilly said, blushing.
"That's great! Who's the lucky wolf?" she asked, happily with her tail wagging.
"That's just it. It's not a wolf." Lilly said, nervously.
"Well, then wh-" Eve started. Lilly looked at me and leaned against my side.
"You mean...?" Eve asked, eyes wide open. Lilly nodded and said "Yes. Please don't be mad. I love him. Don't hurt him."
"How can you be in love with him? He's a human. You're a wolf!" Eve said, calmly.
"I know we are, but I still love him. I've loved him since he brought me back to their camp. He's kind, caring & always looks out for me, no matter what."
"Wow, Lilly. Are you sure about it?" she asked. Lilly nodded and said "Yes, mom, I am."
"Well, if you're happy then I have no reason to tell you no. At least none that I can think of."
"Thanks, mom. That really means a lot to me. Knowing that you trust and support me." Lilly said, tearing up. Eve hugged Lilly and sat back, looking at us.
"I would support you know matter what it was. As for you!" she said, looking directly at me. I got scared, not knowing what would happen. She walked over to me and held her paw up. I closed my eyes, waiting for her to slap me. Instead, I felt her paw go around my neck and felt her body up against mine. I opened my eyes to find her hugging me.
"I'm glad you made my daugter happy again. You know, from what Lilly said, you're a lot like her dad. He was also kind, caring and always looking out for us." she said, tearing up too.
"Well, thank you. I thought you were going to kill me for a second." I said.
"Now, why would I do that to my daughter's love?"
"Good point. I wasn't sure what to think at the time." I said. Lilly giggled and said "Don't worry about her. She's harmless...Except for the wolves she tore the tails off of for trying to attack me and Kate." I looked at her, shocked.
"Oh, yeah, I almost forgot about them. They look funny now." she said, laughing.
"I bet." Lilly said. Eve looked at us together and smiled. "I'm so happy for you, Lilly. I hope to find someone again soon. I've been getting real lonely recently." she said, looking sad.
"Don't worry, Mom. You will. I mean look at you! Guys fall head over paws looking at you when you walk by." Lilly said, giggling.
"Really? I never noticed that. I thought everyone was always ignoring me." she said.
"Well, everytime you look at someone, they get scared you're about to kill them for something. You kinda have that effect." Lilly said. Eve smiled and said "Well, I'll keep that in mind. Mating season is soon and I was kinda thinking about having kids again, seeing as you and Kate are gone now." she said, starting to tear up again, but out of happiness.
"Ew, mom! I didn't need to know that!" Lilly said, laughing. I started laughing too.
"Oh, speaking of mating season..." Lilly started, getting Eve's attention.
"What?" Eve asked looking at her. Lilly simply smiled and wagged her tail.
"Wait, you mean, you two already...?" she asked, shocked. Lilly nodded and said "Yeah, we did. But don't blame him, though. I was the one who wanted too." Eve looked at her, then at me and said "I don't believe it. You're only 5 months old and you've mated already?"
"Yeah. It was odd, though. Before we did, I was feeling warm down there." she said. Eve thought for a moment and simply said "You were in heat."
"I was? But, I thought you said mating season hasn't come yet?" she asked, confused.
"Well, it hits every girl at a different time. When it is mating season, everyone is in heat then." she explained. Lilly nodded and said "Got it. So, how often does it happen?"
"Twice a year. But some end of doing it again just because we can." she said, smiling. Lilly thought for a second and her eyes went wide.
"Eww, mom! You mean you and dad had sex, even after we were born?"
"Yes, is there something wrong with that?" she asked, laughing.
"Well, No, I guess. But now I know why we couldn't find you two sometimes." she said. Eve looked at us and asked "Do your parents know yet?" Lilly looked at me and I said "No, not yet. We were going to tell them when were still out there, but forgot about it."
"Well, we can tell them tommorow. I was most worried about what Mom would do. I'm sure your parents will be okay." Lilly said, leaning against me. Eve smiled and laid back down to go to sleep.
"Oh, Cody, how was your birthday today?" she asked.
"It was great. Better then ever before." I said, smiling.
"I'm sorry I didn't get you anything. I didn't know."
"It's okay. And actually, you did do something to make it great." I said.
"And what was that?" she asked, smiling.
"You had Lilly. If It wasn't for that, It would've been just another birthday." I said, laughing. They both started laughing too. Lilly said "You're so sweet. And I got you another present too."
"Oh yeah? What is it?" I asked. She smiled and kissed me. I knew what it was instantly. We heard Eve growl a little and pulled back. Lilly giggled and said "That's the only reason you can't have it." I laughed and said "It's okay. Good things come to those who wait." Eve sighed and smiled.
"Are you two done yet?" she asked.
"Almost." Lilly said, starting to kiss me again. After a couple minutes, she pulled off and said "Now we are." I chuckled and Eve started giggling a little before laying her head down. Lilly laid back down next to me, resting her head on my chest. I laid my hand on her back and started stroking her fur, making her purr. I heard Eve's tail start thumping against the bed, telling me she was happy.
After a couple minutes, she and Lilly both fell asleep. I looked at the clock and it said 11:30PM. I yawned and closed my eyes, falling asleep after a couple minutes.