After he had her lay next to him, the two were in battle over control. Cain let DG take most of 'wins', knowing she wasn't use to this and the fact she had a breakdown. To his surprise though, DG was holding her own pretty good, but then why wouldn't she? DG was old enough to have had at least one boyfriend, but still he couldn't help the jealous feeling.
Before he knew it, DG had him lying on his back with her over him, pelting his chest with kisses. Her hands were roaming from his hair down to his hips and for once, Cain liked being helpless. He allowed her to play a few more minutes before flipping her over. She was stunned, but smiled as she lay nearly naked below him.
Cain wasn't going to be so nice to her. He was going slowly, both with his kisses and hands, making DG moan and nearly beg for him. He kissed down her chest to her naval and back up to her lips as his hands roamed down to her hips and around her waist. DG had gasped in surprise, but Cain wouldn't go beyond that, not yet at least. They stopped after an hour and laid in each other's arms, neither wanted to push the other.
Morning came to early for the ex-Tin Man, though by all accounts he was waking late. The suns were already above the horizon, casting an orange-yellow glow into the room. Stretching, he felt a strange wait on his left side and looked down to see the still sleeping DG. She moaned her protest and snuggled closer against Cain.
He had to chuckle and rubbed her shoulder. Cain adjusted himself so that he rested against the headboard of DG's bed. He pulled her against him and was glad that both of them had put on sleepwear last night as the sheets fell from them. More of last night came to Cain as if he had dreamt it.
Cain breathed deep and looked down at DG. She was slowly waking herself and he waited until she looked up at him. They smiled to one another and she rubbed his chest before sitting up and stretching. DG groaned as her back and shoulders popped and fell back into Cain.
The two stayed in silence, letting the suns warm the room. Cain had his arms wrapped around her middle as DG's were draped over his shoulders, but they knew this wouldn't last. DG thought the first thing was to talk to Cain before explaining herself to her sister and friends.
"So… where are we? Friends with benefits or going out?" DG asked, looking back at him.
"Going out?" Cain asked, "You mean being a couple?"
DG rolled her eyes and laughed, "Yes, being a couple, boyfriend girlfriend thing. Going steady and stuff. Going steady is a little different than actually being 'together'. It is more of a weekend thing with some time together during the week."
"I don't think that would work. Maybe if we hadn't had so much in our past, hon." Cain smiled, nuzzling her hair, "I think we should just be a couple. Being friends with benefits sounds weird."
"Believe me it is." DG laughed, pushing herself out of his arms and off the bed, "I think I'm going to take a shower before breakfast."
"You're actually hungry?" Cain asked, slipping out of the bed himself, "Well, then I will see you downstairs. Need to get dinner tossed out."
"Okay." DG said, walking up to him and kissed him gently on the lips, "See you at breakfast."
Cain watched as DG left the canopy, hearing the door to her bathroom shut before he gathered and dressed. He took the tray of food that sat from the night before and left DG's room. He walked down to the kitchen without seeing another form, but he could hear them in the other room.
Seeing a few trays of food, Cain grabbed himself a plate before joining the others. They were deep in conversation and Jeb was the first to notice, nodding to his father to sit next to him.
"What are you all talking about?" Cain whispered to Jeb.
"Now that the Queen and Ahamo are gone, what we are going to do. Azkadellia thinks having a ball. Something to lighten the mood here." Jeb replied, "We're just not sure about DG."
"I think she may like it. She'll be down shortly to join us." Cain replied.
"You spent the night with her." Jeb countered, catching his father off guard, "You never came back after you took the tray up so I checked on you. Looked pretty cozy."
Cain was speechless and prayed he wasn't turning red, "Jeb… I don't know…"
Jeb tried to hide his laughter, "Relax dad, I kind of figured it out. I mean the way to you were acting and plus DG in the cave. Had to be more there. It still seems weird, she's not that much older than me, but…" Jeb shrugged.
"If it bothers you, DG and I can talk more." Cain sighed.
"Come on dad, what kid can say their step mom is a Princess." Jeb joked.
"It's not going that far, son." Cain said, seeing if the others heard them.
"Dad, you never do stuff half way…" Jeb smiled before going back to the conversation, "So if and when we do this ball, what is the plan?"
"Well, I was going to see what your father suggested. Mr. Cain, if we did have a ball here, what precautions should we use?"
"With what has gone on, Azkadellia nothing should be overlooked. Maybe have your guests arrive early more for a meeting. Then have the ball as a conclusion. That way, all guests are here and can be watched during the day so no extras get here." Cain said, finally able to eat his food, "DG will be down shortly."
"DG is here now." Came a voice from the kitchen.
All turned to see DG in her usual attire of t-shirt and pants walking in with a bowl of porridge. She sat next to her sister, across from Cain and smiled.
"My, my little sister. You actually look well. Did you sleep alright?" Azkadellia asked, not noticing either Cain or Jeb lightly snort.
"Yeah, Cain kept checking on me so I made him sleep on the couch." DG shrugged, "But I think it will still be a long road."
"You're appetite is back, that's a good sign." Glitch said, smiling to the others.
"So what is this I hear about a ball?" DG asked, turning to her sister.
"Well, figured we can have our own style ball without mom or dad's stuffy influence." Az laughed.
"So we're going to have the Princesses are Bored Ball… nice." DG nodded.
"Don't put it that way, please." Cain sighed, "It's going to be hard enough as it is."
The sisters giggled amongst themselves and more talk of the ball ensued. It would be in three days, enough time to send out invitations and have events ready. Also, it would give Jeb and Cain enough time to gather and train guards since no one wanted uninvited guests here.
Everyone had their own jobs to do, but at night, Cain would still come to DG's room and the two would either just sit and talk on the couches or make out before they went to sleep. Jeb was the one who hinted to the others about the pair's romance. Though no one would outright say it, they couldn't help, but smile.
On the day of the ball, everyone including servants and guards, were in full swing getting ready. Many of the guests were to arrive by lunch and the rest were expected by dinner. A total of fifty guests would be showing up by the time of the ball. Big enough for a party, but not enough to give Cain a heart attack.
Lunch and dinner came and went without any incident and the ball was soon in full swing. No guard was to allow any more guests into the palace and if any left, they left for good. Which made Cain feel better, especially since Azkadellia made him take part in the ball, but luckily he wasn't alone.
He, Jeb and Glitch were all dressed up in suits while Azkadellia and DG were lightly dressed up. Not over the top gowns and makeup, but just enough to stand out. Azkadellia was in a straight long, maroon dress and DG was in a more of a flowing gown in her favorite color, azure. Both sisters were divine and many were talking highly of them.
Though many were still weary of Azkadellia, she was able to hold her own and convince many of her rehabilitation. Though help from her sister and friends made it even easier. The two Princesses were having a lot of fun meeting local officials and other family friends of the Gales. Cain and Jeb stayed back, while Glitch and Raw mingled with the sisters.
It was half way into the ball when DG found them, including Raw, hiding in a corner. She whispered to Cain and they left Jeb with Raw to talk privately. Cain could tell something was bothering the young princess and not the need to mingle.
"What is it, DG?" Cain asked, checking her over.
"I've been feeling better the last few days, but with all these people it's been a little hard. Now a lot of gentlemen want to dance with me and I just don't feel like it. What should I do?" DG asked, looking around.
"It may just be nerves, DG. This is one of few events you've been apart of as Princess. Many just want to get to know you." Cain assured.
"You mean get to know what my bed looks like. Too many have made some suggestions and you and I… well." DG sighed, wrapping her arms around his waist.
"I'll dance with later. Just tell them that you are… currently in a relationship. One they need not to know, if they have a problem, tell them to leave." Cain smiled, escorting her back to the ballroom.
"May I have the first dance?" Jeb asked, holding his arm to her. DG smiled and nodded, leaving Cain to stand with Raw.
Jeb took DG out onto the floor, close to Azkadellia who was dancing with Glitch. The pair danced a few songs before finding new partners. DG kept herself in check and any man that started trying to woo her found himself with a new partner. It was half an hour later when Cain slipped into the mix as he danced with DG and Jeb with Azkadellia.
The ball lasted a few more hours before many of the guests took their leave. Those that stayed longer were able to talk to the Princesses and friends more before taking off themselves. One even promising to have a ball once their parents returned. When all guests were gone, DG dismissed all servants and unneeded guards, promising that they would all help with cleanup in the morning.
Everyone nearly dragged themselves to their rooms, Cain barely had the door shut before DG stripped herself of the gown, setting it nicely on a chair, and dressed for bed. She tossed Cain a pair of his sleep pants as she made her way to the bed. He shook his head and laughed, preparing for bed himself.
The two lay together, though tired neither could sleep just yet. DG snuggled against Cain's side and giggled, spurring an eyebrow raising from her sleep mate.
"I think I could get use to this." DG said, resting against his chest, arms folded and looking at him.
"Oh yeah?" Cain smiled, "Well, like I said, we take this a step at a time and you should know that I am a traditional man."
"And what is that suppose to mean?" DG asked, eyeing Cain like he had sprouted wings, "You and tradition never mix."
"Yeah, I know it's weird, but tradition says that I need to ask your parents for permission." Cain stated, trying to keep a straight face. The look on DG's caused him to burst out laughing, "Plus, you are the Princess maybe becoming Queen."
"Okay, you got me there." DG admitted, laying next to him again, "We still have days to wait."
Cain kissed the top of her head, "Still enough time to work things out. By then you should be almost completely better."
DG smiled as she looked down before looking back at him, "I love you."
That statement took Cain off guard, "What was that?"
"I love you, Wyatt Cain." DG said again, kissing him.
"Love you, too DG." Cain replied, "Now, go to bed. We have a big mess tomorrow to clean."
Both adjusted themselves to where they were comfortable. DG laying on her side, facing away from Cain as he lay next to her. He was curled up like she was with one arm draped across her middle. Yes, it was still a bumpy road, but DG was getting better day by day and they would soon make a lovely life together.
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