Author's note: Yes, Thumper is gay. Yes, Duke is a made up character, I don't really consider him an OC though since he was made only for this story haha. I named him Duke because it means "Nobleman" and I find that fitting, since when I think of a nobleman, I think of someone who's very proud of themselves, and that is what Duke is. Proud. Anyways, I hope you guys like this chapter! ^^

Ronno had trouble sleeping that night, he was both excited for his possibly blooming friendship with Bambi, and also scared what this actually meant for his future. Bambi could be dating Feline, would he even come to share the same feelings as Ronno? Was this all a lost cause? Ronno knew that he'd have to settle with what he got, as much as he wanted to be in a relationship with Bambi, if it boiled down to him simply having to accept them as just friends, he would... Even if it hurt, at least he'd still get to be around his crush. The morning seemed to take it's sweet time to come, the sun lazily rose over the horizon and the animals started groggily coming out of their nests.
Bambi and Feline were up fairly early, energetic and ready for the day to come. "So what did Ronno want?" Feline questioned, seemingly interested but still a bit worried.

"He just wanted to have lunch, he didn't try to pull anything so I don't think he means harm." Bambi responded.

Feline nuzzled Bambi lightly in an affectionate manner. "Just remember how he acted back then, I wouldn't trust him immediately."

Bambi smiled and returned the gesture. "Don't worry, I am still very aware, and I plan to remain cautious." The two walked together towards the meadow, on their way Bambi noticed Thumper was sitting on a log looking annoyed. "Hey Thumper! How're doing today?" Bambi asked, disregarding the way his friends nose twitched in irritation.

"Oh I'm fine, just a bit agitated that's all."

"What's wrong?" Feline asked, stepping a bit closer to the grey furred bunny.

"Me and Duke were supposed to go to the pond to collect clovers, but he always insists that he look perfect for the forest... Which sadly means TAKING A LONG TIME!" For the last line the bunny lifted his arms up into the air and huffed in exasperation.

Bambi giggled at this, Thumper had met Duke only a couple of months prior, and the two had quickly become an interesting item. Duke was out going, passionate, and self conscious, Thumper was hyper, impatient yet still caring. They didn't fight, no not at all, but sometimes they had their moments. Like for instance, when Duke spent too much time getting ready in the mornings, but of course Bambi and Feline both knew that even if it irritated him, Thumper still loved how much Duke really cared about how he appeared to others. It was a far cry from how Thumper could care less what others thought, and as the saying goes, 'opposites attract'

"Well, we're heading out to the meadow, maybe we'll stop by the pond later and help you two pick clovers" Feline said with a sweet smile, and Bambi agreed. Thumper thanked them and the two deer walked off to continue their day.