How do you like it? As you can see I've switched from the "Cheat" games as a focus to their relationship in general as a focal point. I hope this doesn't throw anyone. I just figured that since Capara has won it's time to move on to the good stuff. Also, the internal dialogue is now shifted more to Ferny. Capara has had her say and now Ferny can talk all about her changing emotions. Also, this contains some very HEAVY contact between two females, but it stops just short of genitals being involved. A lot of nudity, some licking and stroking all above the waist. This was never meant to go in the Neopian times, after all.
Disclaimer: All characters, places, and whatnot belong to NeoPets.com, not me. I did the story and nothing but. Please don't hurt me or sue me, I am making no money off of this at all, I swear. I am making no copyright claims and am just using the characters for the purposes of fun and entertainment, not profit.
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Episode 5: Washed away by the sea
By: Gabriel
The streets at that time and that place were empty on that warm night. Which was, of course, more than perfect, because under a streetlight, no different from any of the others in the area, two girls softly kissed. Princess Fernypoo of Aquamarina and Capara the new Cheat Champion and Millionaire. Their fingers twined together, their bodies pressed against one another and their lips locked in a strong, passionate kiss. They had been locked together for barely a minute, but it seemed already that forever had been and gone.
In time, however, they did let their bodies separate their lips the last things to pull apart and quite hesitantly at that. For the longest moment neither one spoke, they simply stared into each other's eyes. Finally, Capara had to ask, "Are you sure this is what you want?"
"I've never been surer of anything in my life." Ferny replied, pressing herself up against Capara again, enjoying the warmth of the other girl. She'd felt it before, during their times out, but had never truly appreciated it.
"I can't believe it. This is a dream come true." Capara embraced Ferny tightly, thinking back over what she might have done had she not gone to their meeting place. The thought of a knife and her wrists, slashed to the bone crossed her mind. The idea was quickly pushed away. No need for that anymore. She had Ferny. The only one she knew she could actually love. "Then again, it's too perfect to be one of my dreams..." Capara gently ran a finger over the other girl's face, tracing the delicate features, over the bridge of her snout, along her cheeks, lightly tinged in a blush. Perfect. Like a doll that belonged behind a protective pane of glass.
"It must be a dream. I couldn't possibly end up this happy for real..." Ferny mirrored Capara's gentle facial caress, stroking over the Kyrii's snout and cheeks, gently caressing though the fur. It was slightly coarse, rather in need of conditioning. Ferny realized, however, that Capara probably couldn't afford such things. She had to live from meal to meal. The fur no longer seemed so bad. It had a unique texture, very rugged and strong. Much like Capara herself.
"So... What do we do now?" Capara asked after a few more silent moments of caressing Ferny's fur.
"I don't really know. Coming out here was a spur of the moment plan. I was hoping I'd see you but had no idea what I'd do afterwards."
"Would you like to come back to my motel? I think the crowd has thinned enough to allow me into the place."
"We could just skip the crowd and go back to my hotel. I need to do a little cleaning up. I kinda scattered all of my things around when I was thinking about you."
"I guess we both had a little trouble with control... Isn't it amazing how quickly life can go crazy? One minute you're in a routine and the next it's all changed."
"I suppose. But it's a nice change. I like the idea of having someone in my life who likes me for... well, just for me. Not money, not power, not fear or a desire for social climbing. Just me. I've never had that before. Never."
"To be honest... I've never loved anyone at all. I was raised too tough and too hard to fall in love. It leaves you open and vulnerable. People can hurt you if you're in love. The one you love can hurt you worst of all just by saying goodbye. It's not a weakness I thought I'd ever fall victim to. And then I met you and everything changed."
"Change is good. So very good... I see now that I was never anything more than a worthless society leech." The harsh words slipped freely from Ferny's lips. She felt no shame as she said them. Each syllable was like a weight dropped off of her. With the lies dissolved there was nothing but the honesty she'd always been taught to hide. "Not anymore, father. Not anymore..." She thought. Denial was the central sport of the royal court. If things failed, they never happened. What a tragic state.
"I wouldn't say worthless. You've developed a rather... unique personality. It's very attractive. Attractive... Strange. Since I never thought about love, I never thought about beauty. It's like... Growing close to you made me realize that, besides a beautiful soul, you have a beautiful body as well. I guess it's just how I am. I've always been closer to other girls, usually because I used to protect the weaker ones, before I got too jaded."
"I know what you mean. I was always too haughty to care about anyone else. And when I saw you I thought, "What a great looking pet! I think I'll go over and talk." I didn't say man, I didn't say woman. I said pet. I guess inside I always knew it didn't matter. As shocked as I was to hear you were a girl, I didn't last long on that. I was mad about the fact that you lied to me. But when it came down to your gender... I just realized it was fine."
Capara gently slid a hand up behind Ferny's head, rubbing at the point of meeting between head and neck. She slowly brought Ferny's head forward, placing it lightly against her chest, right over her heart. "I love you. Feel that heartbeat. It's so quick because my love is true. I'm so excited by this, all this promise..."
Ferny pressed her double ear to Capara's chest, listening to the quick pitter-patter of her heart. Ferny took one of Capara's hands and gently slid it to her chest, over her heart. "It's beating just as fast as yours is, for the same reason..."
They stood there for a long while, listening to their heartbeats race in excitement. Finally they detached from each other and went off in the direction of Ferny's hotel.
"Not a very good way to treat such expensive dresses..." Capara commented with a grin as she gathered up an armload of Ferny's dresses from the floor.
"I didn't really think about it. You should have seen them before. They were all just smashed into the suitcase, rolling around and looking a total mess. Mostly because I didn't want to finish packing. If I couldn't pack then I couldn't leave. Not exactly mature but I wasn't really thinking about what I was doing."
The two packed in silence, Capara carefully folding the dresses as Ferny had shown her, and Ferny placing them neatly into the large suitcase, eventually ending up with a very neat and tidy packing job.
"Looks good, Ferny. And the packing is nice and neat as well." Capara chuckled at her own joke. Ferny had gained a slightly disheveled look, hair out of place, fur mussed, and her gloves, for once, off.
"Well, thanks. You helped that out a lot." She considered for a beat. "Do you want to stay here for the night? I mean, you said your motel is mobbed and I've got this huge bed..."
"I wouldn't want to inconvenience you..."
"It wouldn't be any trouble. Trust me. After so long alone in huge beds it'll be nice to know someone is there."
"I suppose. But in your bed? Wouldn't that be a little too close for our first time in bed?" Capara regretted the statement the second it had passed her lips. The double-enterndre did not go unnoticed by either girl. Silence hung thickly in the air, almost a chokingly tangible presence.
"I don't think so. I think it would be wonderful to be that close to someone. Sharing warmth. Tenderness. Closeness..."
"I see what you mean..." Capara tossed off her leather jacket, leaving her in a white t-shirt and her jeans. "I hope you don't mind if I wear these to bed. I mean..."
Ferny's soft kiss cut off further speech. She was quivering on the inside. Asserting her independence with a vengeance. She would do her own thing and not be ashamed at all. "Life must be lived. Otherwise I'll become the little Acara sitting inside because it was always too dangerous to play in the kelp fields." She cringed at the thought. What a poor excuse for a childhood.
Capara melted into the tender kiss, her hands drifting down to undo the button and zipper on her jeans. And they went down, revealing a pair of boxer shorts with flame designs on them. After that she stepped up close to Ferny, arms wrapping around her.
The kiss was soon broken and Ferny stepped back, blushing deeply. "Would you... unzip me?" She turned around and revealed the back of her dress to Capara. A gentle shiver ran down her spine as Capara's gentle hands gripped the zipper and pulled it down. The soft whisper of the zipper filled the room, and a delicate pink slip came into view. The dress dropped into a pool of fabric, leaving Ferny dressed in her slip. She looked so vulnerable. Mussed fur and hair, no gloves, no dress. She looked like an average girl. Only more radiantly beautiful than anyone Capara had ever seen.
"I can't help but wonder what I did to deserve something this good." Capara slid herself under the covers of the huge bed, settling in comfortably. The sound of whispering silk drew her attention to Ferny, and what she saw made her jaw drop in shock. Ferny had let the slip drop to the floor, leaving her in a simple pair of panties and a bra. That bra did not remain on, however, and Ferny was then almost totally revealed, a giant blush tinting her cheeks and muzzle.
"You fell in love with me. That's more than enough..." Ferny pulled back the sheets and got into bed, slowly scooting her way over to Capara. "I think we should... share a few things tonight." Ferny whispered to Capara, barely a breath against the other girl's ear. Her hands clutched at Capara's shirt, tugging it slowly upwards. Capara's hands landed on Ferny's and helped them along, until the shirt was up and over Capara's head.
"Anything you want, Princess. Anything at all." Capara whispered back, kisses landing on Ferny's double ear as soon as she had spoken. The kisses moved down slowly, over her cheeks and neck, moving towards a most tender spot indeed. Capara's lips slowly wrapped around Ferny's right nipple, her tongue gently caressing the tender nubbin. Her hands roamed gently over the small of Ferny's back, while Ferny's did the same to her. Neither one knew what they were doing, but felt confident that they could make it up as they went along.
"Capara..." Ferny whispered, her eyes shut tight and tremors of pleasure running through her body. "Why not share it all..?" The question echoed through the long, long night. And no one but the two girls there knew if it was ever answered...
"How long is this trip going to take? It feels like we've been on this bus forever." Capara shifted uncomfortably in her seat, looking out the window at the scrubland they were passing though.
"It's only been an hour. Don't worry, it's only about five more until we reach the ocean. Then we'll have private transportation home. That reminds me, do you want to send anyone to get your things?"
"What things? All I've got in my apartment are a mattress, a blanket, a deck of marked cards and a jar of honey."
"A jar of honey?"
"I have a sweet tooth."
"You're sweet all over." Ferny smiled a little bit, a deep blush tinting her muzzle. Their secret would be held forever by the night and the blushes they bear, for who can tell how far they were willing to go?
"Ferny... Not with all these people around..." Capara glanced quickly around, nervously checking to see if anyone was watching. But everyone was either sleeping or watching the free in-ride movie.
"You're... afraid? My my, one night with me and suddenly you've changed..."
"So have you. Looks like we switched personalities sometime between bedtime and breakfast."
Ferny snuggled warmly against Capara, hugging the other girl's arm. "What a night. How quickly it all changed."
Capara smiled a little and nodded. "Yea. And what a change... I hope it's alright that you're bringing me to Aquamarina. What will everyone think?"
"They'll think I'm being courteous to a new rich person and champion. According to royal protocol I have to be nice to everyone with status and money, so I can sponge off of them in the future. It's what daddy does and now I have to do it too."
"Ick, he sounds like a leech. No offense."
"Trust me, people say worse. I just ignored them before."
"So how will we actually get there? It's really deep underwater. And I'm not exactly good with water."
"My private chauffeur will pick us up at the marina and take us to the royal palace. You'll like him. He's a nice Peophin I've known all my life. He's one of the only friends I have down there."
"Sounds like you really aren't the snob I thought you were."
"There's a lot more to me than you realize. And we can talk all about it for the next five hours." Ferny grinned a bit. "You talked all about yourself on our dates, now it's my turn."
"This is gonna be one heck of a trip..."
"Ahhh, Miss Ferny. Welcome." After the long bus trip from Neo Vegas to the west coast of the central Neopian Continent Capara was feeling cramped but enlightened. She stumbled off the bus to claim the luggage while Ferny went to meet with her chauffeur. He was indeed a Peophin. A blue one dressed smartly in a suit. And he was even wearing the hat. Too classic.
"Hello there William. Good to see you again. I hope daddy isn't too mad about be staying over an extra amount of time."
"Not at all. He was rather overjoyed to learn that you were bringing the new champion with you. I think he just wants to sink his claws into the money, but that's nothing to repeat."
"I thought so... Oh! Capara! Meet William, a wonderful driver and friend."
"Pleased to meetcha, Will. If I could see ya I'd be even more pleased." Capara replied from behind a stack of cases and packages.
"Allow me..." William took a number of the packages from the top of the stack, Allowing Capara to see without obstruction.
"Thanks. Nice to meet you. For the second time."
"Shall we go? The sooner we leave the sooner we'll be home." Ferny lightly pushed Capara towards the waiting car, a black stretch limo.
"Good idea. It'll be nice to relax on some real furniture, that doesn't move. Say, how long is the trip down there?"
"About an hour, give or take."
"Somehow, it figures..."
"Don't be alarmed by the fact that there are guards wandering around. As much as I hate it, we do need protection. They're just other Acaras with spears, nothing to be afraid of."
"Right. See if you say that after I become a shish kebob." Capara shifted in her seat again, more out of habit than need. She was seated in a very plush and cushy chair, that appeared to be down and velvet. It made sense, she was in Ferny's personal Royal transport vessel, and apparently no expense was spared for anything.
"That won't happen... I don't think. Anyway, just be nice and friendly and everything will be fine."
"I'm not some lawless punk you know. I look like one but I'm not one."
"Just who used to make their money cheating at cards?"
"That was a long time ago."
"You told me you did it when we first met."
"Ok, ok, so I have my little... personality quirks. But I can pretend to be civil."
"Pretended civility is all that is asked of everyone. That's about all most people can manage."
"A lot of pretending, huh? Guess I'll fit in."
"Miss Ferny, we're approaching the luminescent kelp beds. Just out the starboard viewing window. I think your girlf... guest would like to see them."
"Ferny..?"
"Good perception. Don't worry, he won't say a word."
"When did *I* become obvious?"
"I think it was when you first touched me without deception."
"That's right. I've turned into a "normal" pet..."
"Well now, I wouldn't exactly say normal. Maybe above average."
"Thanks a bunch for that..." Capara said, taking a glance out the window. Outside was a huge field of flowing, glowing plants. It looked like the neon lights of Neo Vegas, only more lovely because of it's organicness. With no premade patterns it was a dynamic, surprising sight. "Wow..."
"That's the way most visitors react when they see that for the first time. It is a lovely sight. Carefully tended to beautify the area and to benefit the citizenry. It's always nice to live somewhere beautiful."
"Kinda like Neo Vegas without all the casinos."
"We wouldn't have any interest. As a whole we don't have very adventurous citizens. I'm hoping to change that when I become queen, but I won't be able to if I am forced into a marriage of convenience. Then I might have to abdicate."
"Why would you have to marry?"
"Because daddy would make me."
"From what I've heard your father is not a very nice guy."
"He is... decent, as fathers go. He just learned everything about ruling from Grandfather, who was, unfortunately, a terrible king."
"That explains a lot. I hope this won't be a very uncomfortable meeting."
"Just be polite. Since you're rich you'll have an easy time fitting in. A lot will be overlooked."
"Your confidence in my ability to scam these people is underwhealming."
"Sorry Cappie..."
"It's ok. I guess I'm just... Wait a sec... "Cappie?" When did we get to that point?"
"There's no one here to hear us."
"What about the driver?"
"There's no one here to hear us who would care."
"Oh... Still, I don't recall us reaching a pet name point."
"It's something I decided when we started heading down. You know, we might not get much freedom of movement down there."
"I figured that as soon as you started talking about spear-wielding Acaras under your father's command."
"Relax. Everything will be fine."
"Famous last words..." Was the last thing Capara would say as she stared out the window again, watching as clear domes came into view, holding groups of well-constructed buildings. They looked rather plain, and were probably for the lower classes of Aquamarina. Then came larger, more opulent places, obviously made for those higher in standing.
"We're about to enter the Palace dome. I'll take your bags to your room."
"One room?" Ferny asked.
"Your tutor, Professor Scaleside, managed to get Capara placed in your room."
"Oh that was very nice of... Wait a moment. How did she..?"
"She's known you all your life. She knew what you would want."
"That was very nice."
"Is it just me or has this whole "Secret" thing been completely lost?" Capara asked, looking a tad uncomfortable.
"It's not your fault. These pets have known me all my life."
"Wait a sec. What about your father..?"
"He will be oblivious. He doesn't really know me."
"I hope you're right..."
The vessel docked just inside the Palace's dome and was shuttled inside past several airlocks. Eventually the hatch opened up into a dry, very expensive looking docking station. It looked very like a Victorian hall, a look which was obviously hell and a half to maintain. Ferny stepped out first, acting regal and refined. She flowed down the stairs and out to a group of armed Acaras. Capara followed behind her, hesitant and shivering. It didn't help her much when the group of Acaras parted to allow passage for a very unfriendly looking one. He was large, both tall and fat, dressed in a well-tailored suit. A purple cape trailed behind him, and a huge crown rested on his head. His face was indented by a very unfriendly scowl, and it was aimed directly at Capara.
"Cappie, I want you to meet daddy."
To be continued...
Ferny: Finally!
Capara: Oh dang...
Ferny: Home sweet home.
Capara: That is one mean, ugly looking guy.
Ferny: Everything's going to be alright.
Capara: And he's looking quite unfriendly, right at me.
Ferny: We're going to enjoy ourselves.
Capara: He's going to kill me.
Capara and Ferny: I can't wait to see what happens.
Capara: I can kiss my pelt bye-bye.