Misto had been growing stronger everyday and Celeste was at his side every minute. Mist's wounds soon disappeared into scars and Celeste thanked Heaviside that her mate was going to make it. Through the days of his healing he knew that he loved Celeste, that queen wouldn't leave unless she received a good explanation from someone. That's why it pained him when Munkus took her home for a night. Misto loved Celeste to no end. Celeste was determined to help him through that time and she wouldn't move from his side unless he asked.
When Misto was released from Jelly's care, after months of healing, Celeste moved in with him. Munkus kept telling her not to rush into things, but Celeste assured him she'd only be a few dens away and that he'd see her as often as he would if she were at home. With a pained look Munkus hugged his daughter goodbye. Demeter hugged Munkustrap's waist and purred to calm him.
"Celeste is growing up Munk." Demeter said softly.
"I know, but I wish I had raised her for her whole life. I wish I was a better father." Munkus said sadly.
"Don't say such things Munkus; you've been a great father. Celeste loves you, you know that." Demeter comforted.
"Mother's right, dad," Celeste said rounding the corner to her first home in the yard. "You've been the best father a kit could wish for. Don't doubt it for minute. I love you more than anyone else, except mom, could. I wouldn't have my life any other way." Celeste said strongly. Celeste threw her arms around Munkus and hugged him tightly. Munkus wrapped his arms around her. Celeste had come back insisting to Misto that she needed to give Munkus another hug. Munkus finally said goodbye to Celeste and went back inside to Demeter.
Celeste made herself at home with Misto. She was very timid at first to be in a different home and sleep in a new place, but Misto convinced her that she would get used to it in time. Celeste was happy to be with Misto, but sleeping arrangements were a very awkward discussion. She had been alone for a good deal of her life, so the thought of her sleeping next to Misto in his bed, was rather odd for her. She fidgeted for a while before thinking about this,
'How would Misto feel? How do I feel? This is not fun, not fun at all.' Celeste's mind raced thinking about this, but Misto sat next to her and noticed her odd behavior.
"Celeste are you alright? You've been acting a bit strangely since you've been here." Misto asked putting an arm around her.
"Well, it's just that I'm still not used to being here…" Celeste trailed off.
"Celeste, if you want to move back in with your parents-" Misto offered.
"No, no, no, no, no, it's not like that. I want to be here with you…I've been alone for most of my life, and I've never been in love before…well I don't exactly know how to approach this whole thing." Celeste said nervously. Misto smiled at her, she was so beautiful even when she was nervous.
"Don't worry; everything will become second nature in no time. Whatever you feel uncomfortable with, just tell me and I'll understand." Misto comforted her. Celeste rested her head on his shoulder. "Celeste, it'll all be okay." Misto assured. Celeste told Misto about her concerns and he listen with all he had.
"I understand, Celeste. If you feel awkward, I can sleep out here and you can have the bed." Mist offered.
"No, Misto I love you and I want to be with you, I just thought you would feel differently." Celeste said quickly.
"Celeste, you know I want to be with you as well." Misto said holding his mate closely.
"Are you sure?" Celeste asked. Misto leaned over and kissed her.
"Does that answer your question?" Misto asked. Celeste giggled she wrapped her small arms around him and smiled.
"I'm really glad I hugged you when I came." Celeste said sweetly.
"I'm even gladder." Misto said.
"I know your heart was broken, but in a way it was good." Celeste remarked
"I suppose you're right, if Victoria didn't fall for Plato I wouldn't know you the way I do now." Misto supported. Misto and Celeste talked about the past and future and thought about what life might be like together. They both agreed that come what may and together they would manage.
A few weeks later life was becoming normal for the two. Celeste and Misto had talked about everything and found it easier to get on with their new life. Celeste had found that she loved to help Jenny with the kittens; she loved to watch them play in the center of the junkyard with Misto by her side laughing with her. Celeste loved kittens, and Misto saw so much love when she saw them tackle each other. Celeste and Misto had agreed to try for kits later, and Misto knew she would make a wonderful mother. Misto loved to be with her and maybe it was time to move further into being mates. Celeste and Misto had already made a normal day between eating, sleeping, and other things their days were always the same. Misto thought about this, but felt awkward while contemplating these emotions in his mind.
"Misto, are you alright?" Celeste asked. This time Misto was the one who was acting differently.
"I'm alright." Misto said quietly. Celeste sat next to her mate and wrapped her arms around him.
"Misto, you've been acting differently; something's up." Celeste said softly. Misto turned to her and kissed her once more on the lips. She smiled into it and kissed him back, but to Celeste's surprise Misto continued to kiss her. Celeste was surprised by his sudden behavior, but she didn't refuse. Celeste kissed Misto back and he got up still kissing her leading her to their room and….
A/N: I know this chapter is a bit out of character and cheesy, but there is going to be an interesting twist.