Two days later, there was a feast.
It was simply to celebrate the cancelling of the redevelopment of their home, the Junkyard.
"Now, Jellicles, let's all give a loud applause to Jennyanydots and Jellylorum for the wonderful work that they have done in preparing all these food," said Old Deuteronomy.
All the cats cheered and clapped, making the two queens somewhat blush.
"Oh, let's not forget Jemima – you should see her at working with fish," added Old Deuteronomy.
Jemima blushed heavily as everyone clapped for her. "It's only my chore," she said quietly, "And I only work with getting the bones out."
"Well… as always, Old Deuteronomy will be the first to get the food. But we see it as a great honor to go right after him, so we will vote on who will go second. Anyone nominating anyone?"
Etcetera immediately raised her hand and said, "You! Munkustrap!"
"Why, thank you," he said, rather shyly, "I accept the nomination. Any other cats nominated?"
The Rum Tum Tugger raised his hand.
"Yes, Tugger?" said Munkustrap.
"I nominate you, bro," the Tugger said.
"Ok… two nominations… thanks. Anyone nominate anyone other than me?" Munkustrap said. He looked around… no hands raised.
"Oh… guys, seriously, I don't deserve it! Really…" he said.
"Oh, yes you do!" Etcetera shouted.
"Alright. We will vote. All cats close their eyes. Now… raise your paw if you vote for me, Munkustrap, to get the honor of getting the food right after Old Deuteronomy does."
All cats raised their paws. Every cat.
"Cats, you can open your eyes now. Ok, I was voted the most. But really… I don't deserve it!" said Munkustrap.
"Bro, just shut up and go to the line," said the Rum Tum Tugger.
Munkustrap smiled and did so. And there it was – the honor of getting the food second, after the Jellicles' leader.
After the two got their food, the rest of the cats lined up behind them. The older ones first, the younger ones later. Jennyanydots and Jellylorum were sweating trying to give all the cats their portion of food the fastest they could.
Everyone got their portion of food – Jennyanydots and Jellylorum last since they were serving – and was indeed satisfied. Not only just about the food. How there was no more – at least for now – worries nor sadness…
Munkustrap walked to where Rumpleteazer was. She was sitting straight up, so she was probably fine – but he asked just in case: "Rumpleteazer, you alright now? You know… your bruise and all that…"
"Munkustrap, I'm fine. It's healed… almost. Just about pretty much. And… you know… thanks for helping me out with the wound and… you know… I'm good and all now," she said.
"Good to hear that," he said, "And Mungojerrie?"
Mungojerrie suddenly looked up from drinking milk, making it spill all over the place. Rumpleteazer started to laugh so crazily.
"Oh… Mungojerrie… sorry. I can give you mine, if you want… It's my fault…" said Munkustrap, obviously trying to hide back his laughter.
"Munkustrap, it's fine. And don't hide your laughter… just laugh it out! It's seriously funny!" commented the orange tom.
The three just laughed and laughed… simply about a tom spilling his milk everywhere.
Munkustrap sighed in the inside. Such simple laughter couldn't have been dreamt a week ago, he thought.
"Well, Mungojerrie, I just want to say thank you for all your good work with the papers and just… I mean, you deserved the go second in line…" the protector cat said.
Mungojerrie just gave a polite smile.
Munkustrap then walked to Plato and Victoria. The two cats, either showing off their love for each other or really expressing their love to each other, were feeding each other with their paws.
"Uhh… guys? Sorry to break the romantic moment… though you guys look really sweet," he said.
Plato and Victoria suddenly sat up, looking quite embarrassed. Victoria just gave a smile.
"Well, I'm just curious how your leg is doing, Victoria," asked Munkustrap, pointing to her leg, "And how Plato is doing… his tail…"
"Oh, we're getting better and better by the day… Both of us can walk now… pretty much like normal! The only thing is that my wound seems to remain a permanent mark… even if the inside heals completely. I guess I'll be showing my kittens one day and show how stupid I was and got this injury mark," the white queen said.
"No, Victoria… you weren't stupid! You were just trying to help save the Junkyard, that's all. Victoria, don't be so hard on yourself!" said Munkustrap. He gave Victoria a small hug.
"My love is always hard on herself… really… like the time when I…" said Plato, cut off by Victoria giving him a slight hit on the side and saying, "You don't need to say that!"
The lovers laughed and lay on the dirt, kissing. All so suddenly did they start to kiss.
Munkustrap sighed. Could Demeter and I show our love that much? Even when there are others around? he thought.
Night fell quickly.
Munkustrap and Demeter were sitting together, watching at the black sky with no stars. A few kittens were playing in front of them.
It was immediately proven that yes, the two could show their love each other so much… even when there were others around…
Their lips met, first as a little handshake with each other… then deeper… then deeper… Both put their paws on each other.
"Guys, look! Munkustrap and Demeter are kissing!" said Electra.
Munkustrap and Demeter just kissed deeper and deeper… for all was going to be better… For certainly, it was going to be all well.
Yay! My first story done!
Thanks to all of you who watched and especially to those who commented!
I really appreciate comments! I really need criticism and complements as needed to make me a better writer here! :)