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Note: Hello again! This one's really really short, more of a moment than a story, but I hope it is enjoyable nonetheless. I would also like to give much thanks and appreciation to Little Swimmy Dudette, for her support and reviews! Thank you! Everyone else, enjoy, have fun, and PLEASE REVIEW!


The door crashed open with a gust of wine and Merry rushed himself inside. It was freezing outside and snow was falling heavily. Merry shook off his heavy coat and hung it on a peg inside the door. Pippin strode up to meet him and with one look, burst out laughing.

"What's so funny?" Merry demanded.

Pippin walked toward him and slowly extended his hand, "You've got snow stuck in your eyelashes." He brushed the snow from Merry's face, slowly running his thumbs over his now closed eyes. Merry leaned into the touch, yearning for more. Pippin's hand still traveled Merry's face, trailing from his brow bone down to his mouth. His fingers lingered on Merry's lips, softly smoothing over every crease and contour. Then his hand moved upwards once again, cupping Merry's face. Pippin's thumb stroked Merry's cheekbone, and Merry ground his face into Pippin's hand, moaning quietly.

Merry's eyes were still closed, so with a smile, Pippin leaned forward, kissing Merry hard on the mouth. Merry responded, relishing the feel of Pippin's warm, soft lips on his. All too soon, Pippin pulled away. He threw his arm around Merry's waist, pulling him close.

"You're so cold, Merry. I have to fix that!"

Merry grinned, snuggling into Pippin's embrace, "I'd like that very much."