{A/N: I apologize for the long absence... I had a rather rough time of it. I had a lovely little bout of anorexia... and slipped into a deep depression. However! I am back. So, let us continue with our favorite slash couple, shall we?

Fani90: Thank you very much for the compliment!

Chapter dedicated to Mungo/Teazer, for the support!}

Tugger's POV

I swagger into the yard, gently shaking my mane into place as I step into Munkustrap's warm, brotherly embrace. We break apart and touch paws lightly, eyes locking.

"Welcome, Tugger."

"Thanks, Stripes. Everyone here?" I use his most hated nickname intentionally, knowing that it really annoys him when I say that. True to form, he shakes his head, and gives a soft laugh.

"Shaddyup, Tugger. Everyone's here except for Misto, Bomba and Deme."

My heart plummets. Maybe Misto won't show up after all? However, my doubts are obviously in vain, for not twenty seconds later, a small black form scampers up, tail weaving through the air. A white face peers up at me, with huge eyes that take on a pleading quality.

"Tugger? You're here?" I laugh heartily, gently scratching him behind one ear, which I know he likes. He starts to purr softly, and nudges at my shoulder in an attempt to keep my hand there. Teasingly, I scratch under his chin, and he starts to murr into my hand, eyes closed in bliss.

Misto's POV

Alonzo and Jemi don't want me to leave, but I know I have to. Tugger just arrived; I can hear his voice even from here. Besides, I haven't greeted Munkustrap yet. Politely excusing myself from my sister and her mate, I trot over towards Tugger...

Knowing how sensitive he is, I move forward stealthily, my black body blending perfectly into the shadows. Silently, imitating the ancient form of hunting, I launch myself from the shadows, only to pretend I didn't know Tugger was here.

"Tugger? You're here?" I speak innocently, and he starts a booming, hearty laugh. Then he scratches the sensitive point behind my ear, and I start to purr, helpless to resist. He moves his hand and my eyes slide shut in bliss.

This is too perfect for words.