Hello, and welcome to The Care and Keeping of Your Pet! As you surely know, a pet is a big responsibility, and we're so glad you've decided to be a concientious master. A safe pet is a happy pet, and this handbook is certain to keep your precious lifelong friend as content as can be.
The history of the animal person is a long and difficult one, with their origins not being known even to this day. However, scientists believe that despite our common appearance - most animal people have humanoid forms except for the ears, tails, and sometimes teeth - we share no common ancestry, even if the ascent of this species corresponds with that of the homo sapien. We gained dominance over each breed thousands of years ago, beginning with the dog type, who have long been considered "man's best friend." Most breeds these days are docile and perfect for owners of any speed.
Of course, it is our duty as the superior species to take care of these animal creatures, and this is inherent in their genetic makeup. Everyone knows that an animal person, when matched with their correct human master, is loyal for life - a true "soulmate," if you will. Far be it for us to turn this away! Ever since the Great Domestication, these intelligent and loving animals have served us as friends, workmates, guardians, servants, and sexual companions and will for years to come. Despite recent hubbub from so-called "Pet People's Rights Activists," this way of life is wholesome and good. Scientific research shows that the natural desire of the pet person is to be owned and cared for by a human.
So, it's your first pet. What do you need to know?
 As previously stated, pet people come in as many breeds as you can possibly think of. By far and away the most popular are the dog and cat types, but exotic birds and lizards have been gaining popularity among trendsetters from L.A. to Tokyo!
All pet types are best suited for certain jobs, and when hunting for one, it is best to search for a type that suits your needs best.
However, a "True Match" - when a pet person bonds with you and only you for the rest of their natural lives - comes naturally, and sometimes takes time before you can find the pet you will be able to give a forever home to.
According to all current research, pet people are completely sentient and like us in many ways. However, it is important to remember that they have many animalistic and feral characteristics. Do not be foolish and think that your pet is a person, despite the facts that many are clothed and may be allowed to read, write, and have "hobbies." Some traditional pet owners may eschew these frivolities, and that is within their right.
Pet people age more quickly than humans, at least physically, and many types have long lifespans. It is not uncommon for pets to be passed through the family. When getting your child their first pet, it's important to keep in mind that just because the pup is tiny now, a grown pet can be jumpy around a small child.
It is important to train a pet. Discipline will be necessary. This does not make you a bad owner. Failure to train early will result in a rebellious pet. Training is especially important if you want your pet to serve as a household servant.
Remember, your pet will be extremely protective of you, especially if you are Truly Bonded. It is best to socialize them early. A socialized pet is a perfect family pet.
These days, unowned and unbonded pet people are allowed to live as strays or "Frees" in certain designated areas. Some even hold "jobs." This is against their best interest, and owners who adopt these strays are to be rewarded. Still, the best place to get pets are from liscenced kennels or breeders.
Some masters find it beneficial to participate in activities with their pets, such as shows and other competitions.
Finally, much has been made about the sexual relationship between pet and master. This is a normal facet of the bond, and humans are sure to find pet people sexually alluring. But beyond that, it is only responsible and prudent for owners to care for their pet's needs. It is a well-known fact that the libidos of pet people are remarkably strong, and when they go into heat, it is usually more convenient for a master to relieve them. There is no risk of pregnancy. All rumors of hybrids are urban legends.
Despite this, masters must remember to not view their pets as romantic partners. Humans should stay with humans.
With that said, thank you and welcome to your first day as a pet's master! |
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Lunched passed and he gathered his hunting tools and two close friends within his platoon to accompany them both as a party. They ventured out to the snow-covered highlands to find a herd of efts, type of Coerthans local salamander, by the riverbank. It's a matter of shooting one of the creatures down with arrows and ending it with a slice from the sword. "We got it. We just need one. Let's return back to the camp promptly."
It's a matter of taking the poor carcass of the creature back to the camp and let the camp culinarians cooked it and grill it just in time for the evening meal.
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And with their part done and the culinarians hard at work, there was time to get cleaned up, at least what little they could cleaned up. All too soon the food was ready, it was dark out, and the evening meal was finished.
Adela wanted to address what had happened earlier, truly. The fact that he was acting like nothing happened was concerning. Did he just want to... Forget? It would be best to simply not bring it up if that was the case, but still... She wasn't sure anymore. It was confusing, like she was getting mixed messages.
It didn't help that at least a few soldiers had comments she had to ignore in order to keep the peace. There went Haurchefant's pet dragon, how life was better before she came along, it was too complicated now, and that she didn't deserve special treatment just because of her exploits. There were even some particularly racist ones who insisted that she was leading a Dravanian plot to kill them all and she had Haurchefant under a spell. Between her feelings being difficult to address and the rumors about the little au ra running rampant, it was exhausting.
She was restless by the time it was late enough to turn in. Unable to sleep, she couldn't help being drawn to where Haurchefant's chamber was. She wanted to see him, even if it was selfish, but... She didn't want to cause him trouble, either. It led to her pacing about, feeling more and more stressed as she was left alone longer and longer with her thoughts. Hopefully, the noise of steel greaves against stone wouldn't be too disturbing of a noise for him.
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Night in coerthas can get dark. Very dark and there's little light. The only lamp is the candles and oil lamps provided, and warmth from a furnace fueled by what little ceruleum fuel has been provided.
For the most part, Haurchefant kept himself busy into his shift until well into the night for the night watch to come over for their night shift.
Haurchefant was aware of the remarks. Or rather suspicious that gossip was whispered behind his back but he never heard it spoken verbally to his ears. Whenever he shows up with his presence, his soldiers tend to change the subject. But there was a fear of hersey ever present.
In the late of the night, he was struggling to keep the fire going to keep the camp warm. But he is preparing to go sleep. Already he removed his armor and was wearing night garments. He did take noticed that she is there, and he felt there was a tension between hours ago.
"Adela, what's wrong? If this is about the meal, tomorrow it will be better, and I already sent a letter for an order for your favorite foods. It will be delivered by tomorrow noon."
But intuitively he knew it's not about the food as his soldiers tend to desire and grieve much. "Or is there something else the matter? You can't sleep?"
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"The food was fine, truly. You... You didn't need to..."
This was putting her on the spot. Hopefully it was dark enough that she couldn't see how unbalanced she was, how thrown off he was making her... Why had she even come there again?
"I... Don't worry about that. Any of it. I didn't mean to wake you, Haurchefant, just..."
A sigh, and she tried to shake it off and meet his eye, albeit with more than a bit of shyness to it, "... I'm all right. I'm sorry for bothering you."
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"...Can't sleep?" But he figured she wasn't here about the food. If that's it, what else is the reason? "I can't sleep either. So no, you're not bothering me."
He just slowly wraps his arms around her for a hug.
"If you were wondering. I was afraid that you dislike this. When I hold you like this, I'm just worried for you. Because I understand you're afraid. I'm not afraid of you when I first met you. But rather...I just want to keep you safe and give you a safe place to hide."
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Adela couldn't stop herself from sighing, or from the thoughts flooding her mind. She... She couldn't run from it anymore, could she? Not from how she was feeling, how she felt in general... Not when he was being so honest with her.
"It does not bother me... That is to say, I do not dislike it," The wording was clumsy, and she knew she was beet red as she shook her head, "You have already done so much for me. You took me in when I had no where else to go, fought at my side... You nearly gave your life for me, when it came down to it."
She buried her face against his chest where she could, breathing out hard as she tried to relax and, finally, reaching to hold herself close, "I suppose it is harder knowing that I cannot stay for too long... That I must keep moving, regardless of what tries to tether me."
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"I always sense you're special my friend and a free spirit. Beyond that, I believe you display such courage that very few has. And you... you and Lord Alphinaud looked so down. I don't think I see such unhappiness in a long time. Sure, the soldiers always complain about the food and weather, but we never bereft of hope to see another day even if dragons threaten to loom on the horizon."
He has no wish to tether her and she is no captive. "I think there's a future for my country. Ishgard has been closed off for centuries. I know I'm against tradition, but when I see you for the first time, I want to open doors for you, and I let you in. I have no regrets and if my father gives me an earful, I'll still defend you even with my life."
When she buried her face on his chest, he doesn't care if it hurts even if she wants to dig her fingers on his back. "Besides, I should have told you sooner, but I think you're beautiful and I want you to stay. No one on the camp seem to be complaining and they will have a word with me if they do." He laid a chin on top of her head, "So...stay as long as you want. I want you too."
So much for pet person AU, sob
The words were out before she could stop them, her shoulders slumping as she just... Held herself close. She could definitely hear what Haurchefant was saying... What wasn't said in his words, too. It made her happy. But, unfortunately, that was also exactly what she meant by tethers. She would've wanted to be tethered for that reason, having already been exposed to the scare of losing him when he took that attack. How angry she'd been at Thordan and Zephirin in particular, how furious she'd been that Haurchefant had been hurt because of her carelessness... How much she realized that it would be painful to lose him. How much pain she was in when she thought she had lost him for a while there.
"I must away to the east soon, you know that. I do too. As much as I wish I could stay for more than a few days, I... I'm needed elsewhere."
When she pulled back she was flushed, her eyes shining with the small amount of tears brought on by the wave of emotion. She looked at him, wanting to get a hold of herself, but at that time unable to really pull herself together.
"Thank you for taking us in, for believing in us, and for fighting alongside us. Thank you for everything."
It was a little frightening, but by that point he'd already said something that encouraged her, something revealing what he felt, and it made her realize that she needed to say something to.
"For what it is worth, I would have stayed -- as long as you would have had me."
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And he knows himself, he will gladly do both out of passion.
"I understand. You do what you must do." Very gently and reluctantly, he lets her go. But he made his feelings plain, and a part of him didn't want to give up and to remain determined, even if the both of them isn't certain of a possible future together.
"East is very far." He said, keeping his emotions in check, though it's quite plain there's pain in his voice and taking it hard. It's not a rejection, but she's pushing him away using duty as a valid excuse. "A long journey ahead of you. But you won't be alone. You have the Scions." He knows Lord Alphinuad will accompany her at least.
He nods and listens to her words of gratitude, but also pained by her tears. He already knows what she wanted to say. "You always have a home here when you come back. I'll have you know that I will always protect you." Maybe overprotective out of duty, but what he meant is, wrapping her in his arms, letting her know that she has someone who believes in her and loves her.
"How could I not want you? Whatever you're going through, just so you know. I do want you. Just remember, life is not a race. My hearth will always burn for you and keep you warm. So do not rush blindly for your life. Otherwise, I'll gladly pay the price. Which is this."
He's unable to hold himself back anymore, so seeing an opening, and motivated by his own desire to do so, he leans in to find her lips with his own and kisses her.
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Adela's eyes widened and she was stiff for a moment, surprised, uncertain. The kiss was a rush of warmth, and she didn't know how to take it. Haurchefant... Nhaama, Haurchefant was... He really...
At that point the little au ra was no longer thinking straight, and she seemed to decide to just let herself fall into bliss. She closed her eyes, relaxing and kissing back, even as a few tears fell from her closed eyes. She held herself close then, feeling her heart pounding into her throat and yet at once feeling quite calm. She knew it was possible he felt this way, she knew, but it still caught her off guard and... Godsdamn it she felt the same way.
When they parted she was breathless, flushed, looking up to him, and no longer sure of what to say. Of how to proceed.
"Haurchefant, I... I'll... I'll write. I'll send word back. From the frontline. Whenever I can. Rhalgr's Reach isn't far enough for that to be impossible, just... I wish I could stay."
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"I love you, Adela, my heroine, my light. I will not stand in the way of your duty. So, do as you must. Travel if you should, then go. Stay strong and live. And do write me letters. Find the time to return back here, return to me."
Reluctantly letting her go, he kept on smiling softly, if only he's happy for her, supporting her. "You could also the spend the night with me." He said with a wink. "My fireplace is warm and hot, and so is my bed." He said, indicating he has a small bedroom and a fireplace right on the camp, for shifts where he must literally stay and live here.
"I mean, only if you want too. I have been longing to see you. I want you. My love is like this fireplace. It keeps burning to keep travelers warm and lights up the night. I think my love for you is a lot of things, and I can tell you about it so you can remember."
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"... Yes. Let's... Tonight. I... I wish to stay with you tonight."
She was a little nervous, having some idea of what Haurchefant wanted from her, but she wasn't about to be afraid then. She wasn't going to live a life of regrets, not when she nearly lost him once already to her own carelessness.
Adela would wait for him to invite her in then, trying to calm herself - even if the prospect of being so completely vulnerable for another person was intimidating. But, she could trust Haruchefant with that - she knew she could.
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He knew she couldn't stay and she has to go eventually. Such is fate of a warrior and being her lover. "Come. I just want...I want to comfort you and hold you in my arms until you sleep." He said.
He pulls her into his arms and to his bed where he eased her to curl with him. He didn't do anything further other than embracing her petite frame in his arms to cast away doubts and fears and any insecurity she has. He strokes her red hair, trying to help her sleep and when she wants his touch, he strokes and caress the curves of her back.