Teehee, I'm doing another Ciel in Wonderland kind of drabble. Except this time I'm adding in Eric and Alan. I could just picture Eric as a bear and Alan as a lamb. Even though that doesn't sound very much like Alice in Wonderland…the idea to me sounds cute is all.

# 54 Friends

"I swear someone is going to die the next time I see that Alice,"

"Please calm down; there was nothing wrong with her,"

"Oh you just think that! She ate my food and...Look who's sleeping in the bushes…again."

Two figures looked down in amusement at a body curled up and sound asleep. That body of course was the Dormouse. The two smiled at each other and the taller lifted the mouse and slung him over their shoulder. They knew where to go, after all they were invited to afternoon tea with March Hare. Why he hadn't done this sooner was beyond him.

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March Hare tapped his foot impatiently and took another check at his pocket watch. Teddy-as Old Bear liked to be called- and Little Lamb were supposed to be at his house a half hour ago. What was taking them so long? And where was Dormouse? The sleepy rodent was usually always with him unless he finally decided to go home or fall asleep in the woods. He did that most of the time; March Hare had only been in his home a handful of times. It was small but very neat; the only place that seemed messy was Dormouse's bed. It was probably the only place he went to in the first place.

"What's wrong Hare? You seem lost," There was a cackle and he sighed, giving a glance to the Mad Hatter. He insisted to come to this gathering and keep everyone entertained. The only thing he managed to do was give him a headache.

"They're late." Was his reply and nothing more. March Hare kept a firm stare at the front gate and waiting for what felt like forever before he saw the very familiar rounded ears of Teddy.

The bear's hair was a mess and his outfit could be buttoned up more, the black undershirt showing more skin than necessary and the light blue dress coat sliding a bit off his shoulder. His pants could use a washing and he was in desperate need of a shoes. Next to him was Little Lamb, his attire much neater, although the jacket he had on looked a tad to big on him, he hands covered by the sleeves and it ended a bit above his knees. What caught March Hare by surprise were the flowers in the lamb's hair.

"Oi Harry boy, sorry we're late. Found this lil' guy sleepin' in the bushes again," Teddy gave a laugh and set Dormouse in a chair. Instantly his head hit the table and he started to snore. Lamb gave a bow and smiled.

"We don't know how long he's been out for,"

"Knowing Dormouse, all day; wake him up." March Hare pushed his glasses up to his nose and rolled his eyes when Teddy got close to the mouse and screamed. Dormouse gave a squeak and fell out of the chair, wincing and rubbing his bottom when it hit the ground hard.

"What was that for?" Dormouse gave Teddy a glare but then squealed, hugging the bear tightly and then doing the same to Little Lamb. "What are you guys doing here? I haven't seen you in forever!" It seemed that all of Dormouse's thoughts of sleeping or even being tired flew out the window when he saw those two. He knew them ever since he was a child, the other two being a bit older than him. He met March Hare around the same time and the Mad Hatter looked after them a lot when their parents weren't around to do so.

"Oh ya know, stoppin' by an' seein' our favorite mouse," Dormouse giggled when Teddy ruffled his hair. He was always like a big brother to him, teasing him and playing games with him. Lamb on the other hand was almost like a mother, he just had this thing about him. He always looked out for everyone, making sure they were safe and sound. Dormouse walked over to March Hare and grabbed onto him hands, smiling brightly.

"Did you invite these guys here?" When the hare gave a nod Dormouse squealed happily and pulled him in for a kiss. It was tender at first and then got deeper. Dormouse's eyes fluttered shut and he gave a deep sigh. His arms wrapped around March Hare's shoulders and the taller man had a light grip on his hips. They parted and noticed they were pressed a lot closer than before. Dormouse looked over his shoulder to see Teddy and Lamb staring, Lamb blushing slightly and Teddy wearing a smug smirk.

"Ya see I knew the two of ya were gunna end up togetha," Teddy slapped Lamb in the back and he yelped in pain.

"Hey! Why did you hit me?" Lamb snapped.

"Oh ya such a big baby," Teddy kissed Lamb's cheek and smirked when he gave a huff and went to greet Mad Matter. The grey haired man was practically passed out on the ground, clutching his sides and giggling manically.

"Oh my, what a display…" He gave a wheezing laugh and stood up, dusting himself off and sitting back down. Lamb joined in and poured himself some tea and the others were seated moments after. Dormouse sat across from March Hare and kicked his leg under the table, laughing lightly when he kicked back.

"'Ey, stop playin' footsies. 'Less ya want me to join 'n," Teddy gave a wink and Lamb narrowed his gaze at him. The last thing he needed was the bear to get himself into trouble. He jabbed him in the side and the bear gave a laugh. "Was that suppose to hurt, 'cuz it felt more like a tickle." Teddy ruffled Lamb's hair and started to pet soft white ears. Lamb ignored him and took a sip of his tea.

Dormouse smiled and stretched, letting out a long yawn. At least he could spend the day with people he cared about. Hopefully he'd stay awake for the entire visit and hopefully March Hare would act more open about their relationship like he was before. Or maybe that was because these were close friends and not strangers.

"So," March Hare held up a cup of tea and dropped handfuls of sugar into it. The tea spilled over onto the table and he let out a chuckle. "Let's get this tea party started shall we?"