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Originally Posted by Lonestar23

Uneasy pawsteps followed the warrior into the territory as Stonegazer's cold gaze flitted around. He was unused to doing this - if he came out here, it was for a serious reason, never just a leisurely afternoon. So perhaps it was understandable that his confidence was a little shaken, unsure where he belonged in these strange new events. And yes, they were all strange. They all felt unfamiliar and weird, because he had never done this before and he wasn't so convinced that now was the time to start. "Are you sure about this, Powdernose?" The tom asked in a deep, masculine tone - age had it's perks, one of them being a more developed voice and mind. He looked on the pessimistic side of things, and this didn't seem to have many advantages. The first reason he had agreed was that he was trying to be a gentleman, and a gentleman wouldn't be so rude as to turn down an event like this.
It would be kinder to treat it like he would with an authority figure, and he wouldn't refuse Snowstar, Passionblaze, or Caliapaw an outing like this - so why would he refuse it to Powdernose? Just because the other cats may be higher in rank then him didn't mean that they were better, though they probably had more of a sense of duty then this cat did. Powdernose's excitement was the second reason that he had agreed to do this, he found it rather adorable - the tom may have only been younger by a few moons, but that didn't mean that his maturity level was so close to Stonegazer's. There was something strangely pleasing about this other tom's actions, something that Stonegazer found... irresistable, in a way. So with Powdernose being so excited, how could he refuse the younger warrior whatever he wanted?
The third reason was, that, in some sort of a twisted manner, Stonegazer had really wanted to do this. This outing had been something that he had needed, and he was appreciative of Powdernose offering it to him. Despite the fact that it stood against everything he seemed to believe in, that it went against his dutiful nature, that it would make him relax and stop being so stone-faced, polite in mannerisms and icy-cold in speech, the grey tom wanted that. When they arrived in the area Powdernose called his hiding spot, the tom cocked his head to the side a little in confusion. What was so great about this spot? It was nice, certainly, but there were many others like it hidden throughout the territory - he was sure. Not that he had ever explored them, or seen the special little areas like this, but he knew many cats probably had their own areas. Perhaps some knew of this one, they just called it "their area" and had brought their friends here to relax or to talk.
"I promise I will not tell anyone of your secret hiding spot." Stonegazer's voice was completely solemn as he climbed up on the log beside Powdernose. It was more of a step then a jump, really, a small scramble that he managed to make look dignified, and then he curled his tail around his paws, staying in a sitting position rather then laying down. "I believe I'll leave the planning up to you. Thank you for your offer of allowing me to choose, but I think you are the expert in this particular area." He mewed. Taking a walk sounded like productivity, or at least some action, which Stonegazer would have preferred the most out of the three options - but he knew that Powdernose might have other ideas and their ideas of taking a walk could vary. Not wanting to cause argument, he decided it would be best left alone for right now.
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the siamese blinked, confusion creeping into his eyes. he nodded, showing that yes, he was very sure about what was happening. powdernose may be lazy, but he didn't lie to anyone. after hearing stonegazer speak his promise, the tom's face lit up once again and he giggled quietly, tail flicking sporadically. a breeze ruffled his fur and he shivered slightly, a shudder stalking down his spine. then, he listened to the silver feline's answer.
powdernose's body went still, his eyes turned upwards as he thought. "possibly we could talk for a little while before going on a walk?" his head cocked to the side with a questioning look, left ear flicking as an insect flew by it. his chest rose and fell evenly, the need to make stonegazer feel comfortable genuine on his face. it was clear that he was not adapted to acting in this way, with how much he worked day to day, especially since a battle was being brought upon them with each sunrise. tension could be seen even now, hidden within the older tom's stance as he sat atop the stump.
if he had said that his heart didn't skip a beat while he examined stonegazer from up close, right beside him, then powdernose would be lying. and he didn't lie. only, he would never speak the thoughts that soared through his mind, unsure of what stonegazer would ever react to it with. sniffing, the siamese stretched out his limbs and purred quietly, his mood always softening when in this spot. it brought peace to his spirit, allowing powdernose to relax and clear away all strenuous feelings hovering within his aura. as he stretched, the tom's muscles rippled under his pelt, giving a hint to show that even as he remained laid-back and calm, he still kept the necessary requirements to stay fit and healthy in order to contribute the best he can.
"if the sun still has not lowered by the time we finish our talk-then-walk, i suppose we could hunt," powdernose suggested. a thin smile curled onto his mouth, eyes turned towards stonegazer with admiration bursting within them. now, he may deny it no matter what is said, but the tom really looked up to stonegazer. he was strong, independent, and intelligent, though his mental walls guard all other emotions that may seem to distract him, such as childish excitement. maybe powdernose was just a warrior with the mental age of a kit while stonegazer acted his age, but excitement was a great thing to feel. it helps those who feel it to relax and allow their mind to look forward to something. but, the silver tom was also stoic and reserved, making powdernose determined to find what was hidden beneath his stoney surface.
as always, he would manage to think about the other's features, tracing every curve and point that forms the frame that is simply, undeniably stonegazer. his voice brought butterflies sweeping into powdernose's belly, the piercing gaze seeping through his very soul. in conclusion, stonegazer was a very, very handsome tom.
but there was a lot of toms who could be considered as attractive! it certainly did not mean that powdernose was idolizing stonegazer as anything more than someone who was a wonderful role model, aquaintence, and warrior. just the thought of that was simply outrageous.
wasn't it?