"Well, obviously, we should talk to them about this first... they might just be fine with Gianna alone after everything.", Adam said as Perla nodded.
"I agree... but... I am curious to know... I'm fairly certain Juliet might pass on carrying a child... she's always been a bit stubborn like that... she'll always be more like Lampwick in many ways then I ever will in being Pinocchio.", Perla replied.
Adam smiled, "Especially when she technically gave miracles in Carlo and Gianna. Perla...Are you happy?", and Perla smiled, kissing him on the lips, "Adam, I have six children, all wonderful and good people, and a wonderful husband in you. And besides, sure, being a puppet had a few aids in a way, but I prefer being human, because I can feel so much, and I don't regret having those feelings of wanting to be a woman, and now after practically 15 years of life since Carlo was conceived, I'm forever at peace of being your wife, our children's mother, a best friend, an aunt, and more. Through there was admittedly a couple of things that I fondly missed.".
"Oh, and what may they be?", Adam asked, and Perla smiled softly, "Speaking Italian more fluently like before we moved to France. Maybe we might have Italian neighbors in Canada, so that's a possibility.", and Adam nodded before Perla then blushed, "And the other thing is your Beast side...I know, I know, I'm strange, but honestly, I loved it when you called me your mate and how you never failed to be my fluffy pillow.".
"You know, it is sort of funny... I do kinda miss that part of me looking back at it all... at least when you were around. Obviously other times...", Adam whispered as Perla placed a hand on his cheek. "I know, Adam.", she whispered.
Adam sighed deeply with a smile, "At least Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Lumiere, Chip, and the others truly tried, and I couldn't thank them enough...I hope Cogsworth and his group are doing well...".
Perla smiled, "I believe that they are safe and sound. After all, you gave them security with little sacks of money to pay for their retirements, Adam, and that's a good thing from the heart.".
"You always find a way to reassure me, my Perla...", Adam smiled before replying, "Shall we go talk with them? It's still early in the evening.", and Perla nodded, "Yes, let's.", as she finished sipping her hot chocolate, along with Adam who did the same, and so, they then went on their way to the elevator.
"Think they'll be surprised by the offer?", Perla asked as Adam nodded, "For sure, and of course, it's up to them on the decision.".
Perla smiled, "I couldn't blame them if they want a day or two to think about it. It's a big decision per sec.", and Adam replied, "Agreed.", as he went to squeeze her hand tenderly with a gentle smile.
And so, they got into the elevator after their stroll across the deck, and kept holding hands while the elevator thrummed, going down to Juliet and Belle's floor.
They got to Juliet and Belle's door down the hallway after the elevator opened up, and with glances and squeezes of their hands, they took deep breaths, and Adam knocked on the door firmly.
"Who is it?", Belle's voice called out as Perla took a step forward. "It's Perla and Adam...", she said. "May we come in? Is Juliet with you, Belle?".
Belle's voice replied, "Of course, come in. Juliet's just washing up in the bathroom after reading to Gianna in her room. Gianna may be 10, almost 11, but she still asks for a story once in a while to be read out loud, and it would probably last a couple of nights for story time before she decides to be mature again. The other day was really nail-biting before the rescue and stunt.", as Perla opened the door for her and Adam to walk into, listening to Belle as she was brushing her hair in front of a simple vanity mirror.
Juliet chuckled as she walked out of the bathroom, "At least she will be back to her curious, helpful nature soon enough, Belle. Good evening, Perla and Adam.", with a smile, "What can we do for you?".
Adam took a deep breath, really wondering how exactly they could start this conversation off. After all, what they were suggesting wasn't something one could simply get straightforward with, "Well, Perla and I had been talking... and she had actually thought of something involving the two of you...".
Belle looked curious, "Oh?", pausing in her brushing, putting down the brush, seeing that Adam and Perla has looks of deep focus as Juliet replied, "Sounds serious.", as she sat on a bench.
Perla nodded, "Yes, it is...Do you remember what you mentioned to me just once a few months after Gianna was born?", and Juliet blinked in confusion, trying to remember before her eyes widened, "I see...".
"Juliet?", Belle looked over at Juliet, and Juliet looked at Belle, "Remember what we talked about before we had Gianna that night? I promise I didn't say anything about your past.".
Belle exhaled, smiling reassuringly at Juliet, and then looked at Perla and Adam, "You want to help us by giving us children via surrogacy, am I to guess correctly?".
Perla nodded, "The thought clicked with me just a bit ago, but I thought since it had been so long... maybe it was alright to at least bring it up again after all this time.".
Juliet smirked teasingly, "You sure it wasn't just the gossip of Mama and Father's plans tonight?", and Perla blushed, "Lampy!".
"Oh, wow, it has been a long time since I heard that, Slats.", Juliet smiled wryly as Belle and Adam knew about their history and relationship, watching with awe.
Perla smiled at Juliet, "You would never be Romeo forever again, but you'll always have a part of Lampwick in your heart, Juliet...", and Juliet chuckled, "Same for you, Pinocchio.", before smiling sheepishly at Belle, "Sorry, Belle. Had to tease my best friend there...I hope that wasn't weird for you, especially with the serious topic we're talking about right now...", with a bite of her lip.
"I've had plenty of years to get used to all that.", Belle blushed. "It's fine... just as it's fine that we're a little more... open with our relationships... at least with each other.", with a smile. "True.", Juliet said. "No one else will ever have a chance to have some fun with us in that way...".
Adam and Perla looked at each other in surprise, and Adam then asked softly, "You...you two are okay with me being the surrogate sire? I...have noticed that in the past while we were explaining the story to the kids sometimes when they ask for it, you seemed to flinch at the mention of Gaston, even though it was less flinching every time...I don't want to force you, Belle, as I'm...I'm technically strong and tall like him...".
Juliet exhaled, looking at Belle as it was their secret. They only talked about Gaston stirring up the mob and the attempted execution of them for breaking the law in the story from their point of view to the kids.
"It mostly is just because Gaston obviously wanted me and wouldn't stop at nothing to claim me...", Belle spoke up. Despite the years and trust, this clearly was something that she still wanted to take to her grave.
Perla nodded, "That makes sense since he went to fight Adam because he thought Adam was controlling Juliet and Belle, and then of course, fought Juliet as well...A madman leaves his mark in life...Still, you don't have to be with Adam if he reminds you.".
"It's alright.", Belle told them. "I... I might just be a bit nervous and all for the most part, but I trust you completely, Adam.", she assured him.
Adam smiled warmly, "Thank you, Belle, and I will be sure to be gentle with you.", before looking at Juliet, "And what about you, Juliet?".
Juliet blushed a bit as Perla chuckled. "Still not wanting to be the one to carry a child?", she asked as Juliet took a deep breath. Part of her wasn't exactly sure about that answer if she was honest.
Juliet slowly replied, "I definitely want to see how I take it as a woman by a man like you, Adam, but part of me is saying that I'm on the fence about carrying a child.".
"So, you're saying you'd like to finally lose your virginity, feel the pleasures of a woman being penetrated by a man and all... but just refrain on the child part?", Perla raised an eyebrow as Juliet nodded, "I suppose you put that in the best way it could be described.".
Perla smiled, "It's incredible, Juliet, and don't worry, Belle, things will be fine. After all, if you think about it, Gaston would be rolling in his chasm grave to know that Adam's way better beyond your dreams.".
Belle blushed with a chuckle, "When you point it out like that, Perla, I feel triumphant. Either way...I hope this isn't asking too much, but could you two give us a show, giving us tips how to make it good for Adam and all?", biting her lip shyly.
"Whoa, wait a sec...", Juliet held up her hands. "Are you asking us to do this already? Like we don't get a day or two to think about our decision?".
Belle reassured Juliet, "I was just asking because I want to be prepared for it if we decide on it, Juliet, and we will think on it for a day or two, okay?", and Juliet blinked, "Oh...That's fair.".
"Yeah, of course, we'd want you two to be comfortable and prepared, and if you don't want to feel trapped, our suite on deck would be great, and you can grab fresh air if you want a break instead of going to the elevator back and forward from your room here...", Perla suggested gently with a reassuring smile.
"We'll keep that one in mind.", Juliet said as she looked back to Belle for a moment before turning to the others again. "So... is there anything else you two wanted to ask us or was that it?".
Adam looked at Perla who shook her head, and replied, "That was it.", and Belle smiled softly, "Thank you for coming to us with this. We appreciate it.".
Perla smiled warmly, "You're welcome. Well, we'll leave ya to your own thoughts about it and all. Good night.", and the two other girls echoed the same, and so Perla and Adam left the room.
"Wow...That went better than I actually expected...", Adam replied as he and Perla stepped into the elevator. Perla chuckled, "Talking about it is better than surprising them all at once, eh?".
"That was a smart idea to ease them into it, for sure.", Adam said as Perla nodded, "Well, Juliet was always a bit unorthodox in ways...".
Adam chuckled, "True. But I couldn't have her any other way as she's remarkable, like Belle, and of course, especially you, my pearl of the sea.", kissing her on the cheek lovingly.
Perla smiled, blushing warmly, "Oh, Adam.", as she giggled, and they returned to their suite room on deck, seeing a note and a potion by their bedside dresser.
Adam blinked curiously, "Who might that be from?", picking up the note, reading it, and his eyes widened and widened with every moment passing, and Perla asked in concern, "Adam?", and he slowly passed it over to her to read.
'Hey, Adam and Perla. Sylvia here. I hope I wasn't intruding too personally, but I couldn't help overhearing your little conversation on the balcony as it was my turn to watch for dangers unseen beyond the horizon in your sight, and well, I have to admit that I sometimes put my previous spells into a temporary potion, but only in case if I'm in an experimental mood.
This potion on your dresser actually brings your beast forms back from that tiny little place in your hearts and souls, and it lasts a night, and upon dawn, you two will be back to human form. And if you want it again to show the others upon their decision, tell me yes to make the potion again, but if you say no about taking this potion tonight or the next night, I'll take the potion back to my home.
It's your choice, no cursing or forcing you, I solemnly swear it. Thank you for hearing me out. Sincerely, Sylvia. P.S. Jiminy knows as he's my partner and all. I hope you're okay with that.'
"Wow...", Adam was the first to speak as Perla finally finished reading. "Wow is right...", Perla admitted as she looked to Adam.
Adam whispered softly, "I never forgot how I was so frustrated that night after you gave birth to Teddy, even after compromising with pleasure time in that cave. I was so worried and furious and protective then on the day with the mob and all, and of course, changing back to human, and I wasn't complaining about it when I then made love with you again as human again...But to claim you in your beast form...".
Perla shivered in delight, "Adam...I'd have wondered too about that...I'm sorry that I prolonged that night when I confessed about being Pinocchio and all.".
"No, it's alright... we both kept things to our chest but eventually came forward about it.", Adam said as he took a deep breath and looked to the potion.
Perla smiled softly, "Since she said that the potion's for both of us, that means we'd drink half each. It'd be a really passionate night...", and Adam blinked, "So, we'd need to take off our clothes then before drinking it.".
"You're really considering it, my Adam...", Perla replied, and Adam nodded, "Yes. Yes, I do want it.", as Perla grinned softly, and then went in a near sprint to the door, pushing the soundproof button, and then sauntered back as she then smirked, "Then again, we have many other clothes, anyway.".
Adam raised an eyebrow. "Oh, you want to get really crazy with things then...", he smirked as Perla nodded, "Well... the last time something like this happened to me... it was going from a puppet boy to an adult woman... so at least in this case, it'll be much more pleasant and exciting.".
Adam chuckled wryly, "True...I don't blame Sylvia anymore for that day when I got cursed. My boy clothes got ripped and such when I changed. But that was in the past...Now...We're in the present, and I'm glad that we're together, husband and wife, and soon once again, mates...", kissing her deeply and passionately on the lips as human for the last time tonight.
Perla moaned softly during the kiss, and then after pulling back for air, she replied warmly, "If you're going first, I'll be on the bed to watch as you might need room to back up for the change. Good thing that our room is taller with the ceilings and such, and I'm sure Sylvia doubled checked that the change is painless from the potion.".
"Yeah... it... it wasn't painless the last time...", Adam admitted as he took a deep breath. It honestly felt so weird that he held in his hand the very thing that once cursed his life and would've done anything to be rid of... only now kinda longing for that side once more...
Perla looked at him, "Want me to count down for you?", and Adam nodded, and she smiled gently, "3, 2, 1.". Adam then drank the vial, taking half before placing it back down on the dresser.
Adam took a deep breath for a few moments as he looked back to Perla. "Anything?", he asked her as she shook her head, "Nothing yet... I assume it's probably going to take a few minutes to really work... has to get through the body, you know?".
Adam nodded, and then felt a pleasant tingling as his skin both stretched out yet became furrier, his hearing suddenly picking up the sound of Perla's breathing, his nose picking up the smells of the room, and Perla herself as he huskily growled, feeling his wild side returning back in the back of his mind, feeling the air move with his tail as his clothes became destroyed, changing size, height, and girth.
Perla couldn't help but be very much turned on by what she was seeing; especially considering the sounds he was giving off that was more pleasant and more arousing.
It lasted for five minutes before finally, Adam is fully in Beast form, and he growled deeply and huskily as he walked closer to the bed, his large penis clearly awake and tight in his ruined trousers, "You smell so good, my Perla...I missed smelling your wonderful, intoxicating scent...".
Perla looked at him with a wide smile as she stepped off the bed, her hands moving to caress his horns, his ears, his beard, "My Beast...Your fur is a bit darker than before, perhaps because of age, but you look so handsome and ever so furry.", before blushing at the desire, love, lust, and awe in his eyes.
Adam rumbled softly, "You're even more intoxicating this close, so wet for me, my mate...I want you so bad...", and Perla shivered, even more turned on, "Let me drink the last of the potion while you do anything you want with me, my love, hmm?", her other hand tugging his paw to duck under her casual dress while her first hand moved from Adam's mane to grab the potion vial.