Sunlight grazed my eyelids as the morning lifted me from my slumber. I was still tightly wrapped in Berry Punch, snored softly next to me. Even her snores were endearing, so much so that I liked to think she was actually purring. I gingerly replaced my body with a fallen pillow, and made my way to the kitchen. She’d drank quite a bit, so I decide to make her a light breakfast. I prepared a waffle, some fruit, and a glass of cranberry juice on a tray, and was about to carry it upstairs before there was a loud thud. I cringed, hoping Berry would still be asleep, and went to open the front door.
“Hiya, Triple Forte!” I smiled at the grey pegasus sprawled on the porch. Her mane was blonde and radiant, and her golden eyes may have been…unsynchronized, but the enthusiasm and vigor they conveyed were the qualities that made everypony adore the mailmare.
“Good morning, Derpy. I hope you didn’t hurt yourself.”
“Naw, I’m fine. I run into stuff all the time. Is Berry Punch here?”
“She’s still asleep, I hope. I was just making breakfast for her.”
“She’s so lucky to have you, Fort!” I winced at the nickname. I did not care for being referred to as a military structure.
“Well, since you’re here, I’ll give you the mail for both of you. See you around!”
“Of course. Enjoy your day, Derpy.” She smiled, and flew off into streetlight before continuing her rounds. I always admired her outlook. She made all sorts of mistakes each day, but none of them could take the smile from her face. I set Berry’s mail side, and sorted through my own. It was the usual post: invest in real-estate…vote Mayor Mare this election…enlarge your stallionhood in 12 easy steps…etc.
“Baby?” Uh-oh, she was awake. I dropped the spam and grabbed the tray, and carefully made my way back to the bed. She gasped as I opened the door.
“Breakfast in bed? For me? You’re just the sweetest!” I set the tray on her lap, and kissed her cheek.
“Only the sweetest for my sweet.” She giggled again, and demolished the food. I lay next to her on the bed as she ate, and stared at her mouth, watching the muscles flex and gyrate as she chewed and swallowed. I could have stayed for hours, but I had work to do.
“Hey, Forte, don’t you have a job today?” I was grateful that she paid such attention to my work. I had rehearsal to attend, as well as a student to tutor. While a light load for one day, the student had to meet me early.
“I do indeed have work to do, but I’ll be back in the afternoon.”
“Don’t worry about it, sweetheart. I was going to meet up with some of the girls today.”
“Then have a lovely time.”
“Without you? I’ll have to try my hardest.” I aimed for her check a second time, but she latched onto my neck and intercepted with her mouth. I enjoyed the contact until she released me, and then I trotted reluctantly away. Teaching is normally an immense joy for me, but I was not particularly looking forward to this.