Roachwing |The Friendly Shadow of Shadowclan|
It had come as a pleasant surprise to the tall black tom when Mellowfrost had asked him out on a date. The two having gotten to know each other from their times skipping duties as apprentices and young warriors. Roachwing had always found the large cream and brown spotted deputy to be easy to talk to, not to mention pleasant to the eye. Yet, he had never thought of pursuing his attraction as his crush and love Skunkbreeze always out weighed his decision. A light frown pulls at his lips at the thought of his dear best friend, their relationship had become complicated after the tall broad black and white tom had become mates with Hareflight. It had taken Roach a while to come to terms with such a change, even if Skunkbreeze and Hareflight were no more and Skunk had confessed that he had loved him. The lanky obsidian warrior had moons to realize that he did not want a single relationship, that he wanted to explore his sexuality as well as what he really wants in relationships. He was willing to try with Skunk if he was okay with Roachwing playing the field.
Tilting his chin upwards, looking at the pine trees surrounding him, the bare branches allowing for more sunlight to filter through the usual dim forest. Humming softly under his breath as he leans against a sturdy pine, waiting for Mellowfrost to meet up at this spot. Roach had thought it would be easier for the deputy to meet up here after he was finished with his duties or cuddling with Jasmineflame. Many would find it odd to date more than one feline at once, but to Roachwing it was not, as each feline brought different attributes to a relationship. He was not sure if anything would come out from this little date, but was excited nonetheless to see where it goes. If he was being honest with himself, he had never expected anyone to show interest in him. Not since his incident over a year-ago, where he lost most of his sight and gained scarring to his left eye. It had taken moons for him to readjust to the sudden change, with that his self esteem had decreased as well. Absentmindedly toying with the icy cold snow, drawing pointless shapes, trying to keep his mind away from self doubt.
Instead he tried to think of what Mellowfrost had in mind for them, as the charismatic warrior would not give him a single hint besides knowing where to meet. Turning his wedge cranium side to side, letting his right sunflower yellow eye flicker around, ears perked up as he listens for approaching paw steps. 'He better not have forgotten' he thought with a soft sigh. As it was not uncommon for the other tom to forget certain things--mainly deputy duties.
Roachwing |The Friendly Shadow of Shadowclan|
His one dark sunflower yellow and one clouded pale yellow eyes soften considerably as he notices the tension leave Mellowfrost’s form. There was no way he would put pressure on the brown and cream tabby, he did not expect a perfect date, as he only wanted to enjoy Mellow’s company and undivided attention. “Wouldn’t want you making a fool out of yourself, now would we?” Roachwing teases back with a cheeky grin in place. Leaning into the others touch, realizing that he did not mind being affectionate or clingy with him. It felt natural being with Mellowfrost, as there was something about the charismatic tom that drew him to the deputy. A silent invisible string that would tug or pull if he moved too far away. Following closely next to his date, his good side towards the tom, as he wanted to be able to see every detail of him. Every smile and laugh he wanted to be able to experience and witness first hand. There was times he had a hard time going up the slope, with his limited sight would cause him to at times lose balance or accidentally knock shoulders with Mellow. Muttering a few ‘sorrys’ here and there, mentally cursing his inability to walk straight. His ears flick back slightly in embarrassment, hating that he probably looked like a newborn kit just learning how to walk.
Brushing off his clumsiness as he instead focuses solely on his handsome date. A hearty laugh escaping him at the sly flirty comment thrown his way. Butterflies within his stomach fluttering harder at the wink, feeling a boast of confidence as he leans closer. Letting his shiny black pelt brush against Mellow’s brown and cream pelt. A flirty grin on his handsome features, “Who says you don’t already have my attention?” He hums out flirtatiously—hey two could play at this game. It certainly been awhile since Roachwing properly flirted and it felt good to do so. Blinking in surprise upon realizing that the two had indeed made it to the top, turning his head fully to gaze upon the hollow log. Letting himself be gently guided, inwardly swooning that Mellowfrost cared enough to be aware of his blind spots. Matching the wide grin as he approaches the log, excitement prickling within his dark pelt. “Sledding sounds perfect!” Roachwing exclaims, it had been a while since he last went sledding. Had to have been when he was an apprentice—yes! He distinctively remembers almost running over Hornetstar with a log as his mentor had went looking for him after not showing up to practice. He had certainly gotten an earful that day, but it had been oh so worth it!
Tilting his chin downwards as he makes sure the large deputy had a good hold of it. Once confirming, he does not hesitate to carefully hop onto the log. Settling down slowly, waiting with slight impatience for Mellow to join him. Feeling the wood beneath him shift as the larger feline clambers on behind him. Breath hitching faintly at feeling his chest pressed against his back. Biting his lower lip anxiously as he side-eyes the legs going on either side of him before strong forepaws wrap around his center. In the process pulling himself even closer to Mellowfrost. Scoffing in amusement at the tom behind him, “I am sure you are well behaved. Don’t want you go tumbling in the snow” he playfully jabs, though he knew his little ‘threats’ was empty, as he certainly would not be shoving his paws off of him anytime soon. Squinting his eyes as he peers slightly down the hill, it was steep but not so much that it gave him second thoughts. Roach could not wait to feel the wind in his fur!
Right ear twitching as Mellow’s warm breath hits it as he speaks. Turning his head to look at him, a smile on his lips. Though he freezes once realizing just how close their faces were. Subconsciously his gaze flickers momentarily to his lips before locking back with his green eyes. That seemed to be all Mellowfrost needed before he leans even closer, his breath caressing Roach’s lips before finally their lips meet. Tingles erupt along his lean body, eyes fluttering closed as he leans slightly into the sweet kiss. The kiss shared between the two toms was delicate, as if testing the waters between them. Slowly opening his eyes as the deputy pulls away, his cheeks flushed at suddenly realizing what had happened. ‘Oh Starclan! He kissed me! And I kissed him back!’ his surprise soon wears off at the teasing smirk on the brown cream tabby’s stupid cute face. Pouting slightly as he playfully huffs out, “Oh shut up and push the log!” He demands lightly with a grin. Turning back to face forward, ready for the fun to begin!
“WOOO!” Roachwing yells, adrenaline coarsening through his veins as they quickly slide down the slope. The world flashing by in a blurry image of white, cold breeze nipping at his nose and making his eyes water, but he did not care. For in that moment he truly felt free, laughing joyfully at the large clumps of snow hit himself and Mellow. Hearing faint curses behind him, “It is leaf-bare ya know! Course it’s going to be cold!” He yells back with a wide smile. Leaning into his date’s touch, enjoying the sound of his laughter ringing in his ears, it was such a lovely sound. The joy ride ended sooner than he liked, but nonetheless he hops off gleefully. Shaking his dark pelt, getting rid of the white snow clinging to him. “That was excellent!” Bumping Mellow’s shoulder affectionately as he goes to help drag the log back up. “Oh yes it’s definitely your turn to get some snow to your face!” He laughs. It was now his turn to hold tightly onto the log, waiting patiently for the Tom before him to climb on. “Ready for round two?” Roach asks, tail flicking side to side happily.
Mellowfrost
Shadowclan Deputy
The cream and brown tom couldn’t help but become nervous when looking at the black tom, but his shoulders slumped slightly as Mellowfrost couldn’t help but want to sigh in relief but refrained from doing so. “To prevent becoming nervous wrecks during a date.” He teased, pressing himself against Roachwing with a grin. Mellowfrost wasn’t afraid of showing affection, as he didn't have much when he was a mere kit from being passed down to every queen that could deal with his little troublemaker ways when arriving in Shadowclan. The tom couldn’t help but feel better about not being pressured about making this date perfect, since so many cats expected so much from him already. Giving him a wink, he led Roachwing up the hill “I’ll certainly be having your attention in just a couple of moments.” He flirted, a grin appearing on his lips before padding forward. It wasn’t a secret that Mellowfrost was quite a flirt, although settling down with Jasmineflame as his first mate really calmed him down and opened his eyes. Now having this feeling of love, he could tell his heart would beat faster when spotting Jasmineflame or Roachwing in the middle of the crowd.. Or how he suddenly felt butterflies when either one of the cats pressed against them affectionately.
“Ta-da!” Mellowfrost said when he suddenly stopped in front of a hollowed piece of log, stepping aside to let Roach see. The brown and cream tom was quite gentle with the black tom, wanting to make sure that Roach was comfortable. His singular white paw pointed towards the log and turned to look at him with a bright grin. “Thought we could go sledding, brought the herbal leaves and flowers so we can drink something later on.” He said, wanting to treat Roachwing to the best. The large deputy went towards the log and pressed his white paw down on the log “Alright climb on, I gotta make sure my favorite Bug gets a good view.” Mellowfrost said, as he watched the slender tom slowly climbing on the hollowed log. The tom’s right foreleg’s muscle slightly ripping through as Mellowfrost was making sure that he didn’t accidently let go of the log. Once seeing that Roachhad settled into his space, the deputy began climbing on and carefully settled behind his date. His legs were resting on each side of the black tom, and moved until his forelegs were wrapping around Roach's side with his front paws resting on his stomach. “You can slap my paws away if you need to, I promise that I’m well behaved.” Mellowfrost chuckled, tightening his grip slightly so neither one of them slipped off.
“Alright Bug, you ready?” Mellowfrost said, and watched as Roach turned to look at him. His expression softened when the two toms looked at each other for a moment. While the two were staring at each other, green gaze looking into amber, the brown and cream tom suddenly leaned to press his lips against Roach’s gently. Lingering for a moment before pulling back slowly, he swore that he could see Roach’s cheeks starting to redden and tilted his head slightly “Aw, you’re going shy on me?” He teases. Moving his body so the log could start sliding down, his eyes lit up in excitement as he let out a cheer before they began sliding down.
All that was heard from Mellowfrost was laughter while going down the hill, one of his forelegs raised up in excitement as the large tom was cheering. The snow began hitting the two toms as they went down the hill, Mellowfrost’s fur fluffing up “Oh Stars! I didn’t expect it to be this cold!” He laughed. At that moment, this wasn’t really Mellowfrost.. The deputy of Shadowclan but just Mellowfrost, the cat. Only a couple of cats were able to see past the image that he put up, the many barriers to avoid getting hurt. Only cats like Mynasong, Piedwren, Cocoaflower and Jasmineflame saw the caring and passionate tom that cared about his loved ones. Others saw Mellowfrost as just some troublemaker who wasn’t reliable at all, some called him stupid or not good enough to be deputy.. But then again, they really didn’t know the real Mellowfrost. Giggling as they made it down, Mellowfrost loosened his grip on Roach before allowing him to step out first before stepping off next. “That was fun!” He chirped, a huge smile appearing on his lips before turning to put his two large paws into the log and moved to go back up the hill “Come on, we’ll do another one in which I’m in the front so you don’t feel left out before I make us drinks.” Mellowfrost said, beckoning his head towards the hill once more.
Roachwing |The Friendly Shadow of Shadowclan|
Biting his inner cheek, inwardly cursing himself for being too early. Though in his defense, he was too anxious and could not sit still, never-mind remaining in camp. No one knew of his date with Mellowfrost, not even Skunkbreeze! The dark lanky tom did not know how to even begin such a conversation with his dear friend. Especially when he knew that his bulky black and white friend was already going through his own problems. Between Smokestar—his beloved former mentor unexpected departure from the physical plain to Hareflight and Skunkbreeze splitting up as mates, deciding to remain close friends. Roachwing had been so confused when finding out that Skunk and Hare were no more, wondering what had happened as the last time he could bring himself to gaze upon the two together, they seemed happy...in love even. He had accepted that Skunk and himself would only ever remain as friends, but that did not mean he could just turn off his feelings. No, he would always love Skunkbreeze, but had learned that he could love more than one cat. Something that not many agreed with nor understood, would Skunkbreeze be open to such a change? Loving more than one feline? Roach was not so sure, besides Skunk did not seem interested in guys, at least he had never shown interest as his interest had always been focused on the nervous calico medicine cat.
Shaking his wedged cranium, rolling his slim shoulders, trying to release some tension from his form. Now was not the time to even dwell on such things, he wanted to focus solely on Mellowfrost and their little date. He hoped that Mellowfrost would certainly not regret asking him out, as he did not regret saying yes. At first, he was not sure as everyone knew of Jasmineflame being his mate, Roach did not want to be known as the 'other guy'. That was when he learned that Mellowfrost and Jasmineflame were polymorous, believing in loving other individuals equally and fully--just like how he felt. After knowing that Jasmine knew of Mellow's plans to go on a date, helped settle the unease within him. Shifting slightly from paw to paw to keep his body warm with the movement, hating the fact he did not have the thickest pelt, though having dealt with leaf-bare for over 2 years has made him accustomed to the harsh winters. Every now and then his body would remind him, causing him to shiver, trying to keep warm. Blinking away a few flurries that managed to cling to his eyelashes, making his vision more blurry than usual. Letting himself fully lean against the tree, his head tilted upwards, closing his eyes, welcoming the darkness.
Many would find darkness to be unsettling, but Roachwing always felt the calmest in the dark. Ironic considering that now half of his vision was darkness, paper-thin ears perking up as his sense of hearing became heightened. Hearing the distinct sound of paw steps approaching him causes a light smile to appear on his handsome features. Knowing them to belong to Mellowfrost, opening his eyes. Tilting his head as he lets his sunflower yellow eye to land on the cream and brown tom. Playfully scowling at the nickname, “Always the creative one Frosty” he jokes, rising to his full height, a grin on his lips at the horrid nickname he gave Mellowfrost in return. Feeling his cheeks heat up under his dark fur as Mellow presses his nose to his. The way the other looked at him caused butterflies to pleasantly flutter within his chest—a feeling he hadn’t felt in a while. “Hey no worries, I totally understand” he brushes off, he didn’t wait too long considering he had arrived early. He found it thoughtful that Mellow would get his duties done first and check on his mate before venturing off, not knowing the real reason was so the two could spend quality time together without being bothered.
Shifting his form to fully look upon Mellow, his gaze flickering over the shy smile that is thrown his way. It made Roachwing feel better, knowing that he was not the only one nervous. Brushing his flank against Mellow, a reassuring purr rumbling in his chest. “Thank you for asking me. And don’t worry, I am rusty too. Let’s figure it out together and just enjoy our time together” Roach suggests, not wanting Mellow to feel obligated or stressed about making the date perfect. Just being out here with him was enough for the black tom. Feeling heated sparks against his shoulder where the other’s nose pressed lightly against, biting his lip as he follows after. “You know I am always up for some fun!” His face lightening up with excitement, his previous coldness forgotten with his cheeks still feeling warm with the attention of the cream and brown feline upon him. Having adapted to his limit of sight meant getting used to having to turn his cranium fully to take everything in. Kicking up snow as he picks up his pace, lithe tail flicking side to side to convey his excitement. Brows furrowing at spotting the hollowed log as well as a pile of herbs and leaves.
The odd items certainly piqued his interest as he glances over at Mellow. “You certainly have my attention” he admits with an arched brow. What did he have planned?
Mellowfrost
Shadowclan Deputy
The cream and brown tom was humming a certain tune, wasn’t quite sure where it came from, but it was stuck in his mind the whole day. There was a little skip in his steps, excitement in his green eyes as he padded towards the direction of where he told Roachwing to meet him. Today Mellowfrost would be taking Roachwing out on a date! The Shadowclan deputy hadn’t been on a date in a while, not since Jasmineflame became his mate. While cats assumed that Mellowfrost and Jasmineflame were in a Monogamous relationship, that wasn’t really the case. Jasmineflame and Mellowfrost did love each other, but they also believed they could love more than one cat at a time. The large tom had a special love towards his flower, the brown Siamese was his first and only female that he will ever love as a mate. For Mellowfrost, there was a special type of love that he would carry towards each of his loves, there wasn’t a thing as the same love for each cat. While some cats choose to judge such a different view, the mates never seemed to care.
Roachwing had caught his eye for a long time, but he respectfully kept their relationship as friends as the dark tom had eyes for Skunkbreeze. It wasn’t until a couple of days ago, Mellowfrost had asked Roachwing out on a date and to his surprise.. The other tom said yes! How exciting! The brown and cream tom wasn’t quite sure what changed Roachwing’s mind, and it seemed like he was perhaps hesitant to say yes as Mellowfrost was already mates with Jasmineflame.. But the tom reassured his friend that Jasmineflame had already known about the Shadowclan deputy’s intentions and was given her blessing. Besides, Roachwing didn’t have to worry about the young molly.. Not unless things got serious and it was time for all three of them to properly sit down and have dinner together to see if they could get along since they would be sharing a mate together.. Besides, Mellowfrost would be doing the same and giving his blessings to Jasmineflame whenever she was ready to find another male to be with.. But it seems like his flower hadn’t found interest in another male yet.
Spotting Roachwing in the clearing, sitting down and quietly playing with some snow, a huge smile appeared on his lips “Hey Bug!” The cream and brown tom warmly said as he approached the black tom and greeted him with their noses touching. Mellowfrost was quite excited for this date, as he planned to impress and woo the other tom.. He wanted to make sure that his date had a wonderful time. The depuy looked at his friend with a warm look “Sorry, I was finishing a couple of things with patrols and wanted to make sure that Jasmineflame had dinner.” The tom said, wanting to make sure that they were undisturbed while the two enjoyed some alone time together. He had told his mate where he would be, in case she needed him, but otherwise everyone in Shadowclan just assumed that he disappeared into the unknown again like he usually did.
“Oh!” Mellowfrost said and shyly grinned at the other tom, his tail flicking back and forth “Thank you for joining me on this date, I may be a bit rusty since I haven't been on in a while.. So bear with me.” The deputy said before nosing the tom’s shoulder to follow him “Alright Bug, I wanna show you some proper leaf-bare fun.” He said, as the tom began to follow him. It wasn’t until Mellowfrost had began climbing on this snowy hill within the clearing, he had been around here trying to determine what to do until finding a small hollowed log that the two can began shielding on before he found some herbs and leaves that they could place in water to drink after. Yes, Mellowfrost was quite romantic at heart. Others assumed that he was just a player, which he was with cats that didn’t interest him.. But he felt like Roachwing was one of the special ones. #3ae83b