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Alan's eyes opened slowly, blinking away the sleep. In front of him, the wonderful sight of his mate sleeping peacefully in his arms, his face nuzzled against the alpha's neck. He smiled to himself and slightly tightened his grip, leaving a soft peck on Jeff's forehead.
A while later, Jeff stirred awake, raising his head a little and seeing Alan smiling at him.
"Morning."
"Morning."
"Did you sleep well?"
Jeff hummed in agreement as he stretched, rolling slightly away from the other because of it and allowing Alan to sit up on his elbow. "Good thing we don't have a lot of work today."
"We don't have work today."
"What do you mean we don't have work?"
"It means," Alan towered over him, "that boss has decided we have the day off today. Take some time to unwind and also apologise for stressing you out. So! For the entire day, you choose what we're going to do."
"You are definitely getting me food."
"I already have places in mind." Alan winked.
"Good. We could visit the aquarium. Have a walk at the park."
"Anything else?"
"I'll think later. Are we having breakfast here or somewhere else?"
"Your day, you choose."
"There is a new place I want to try."
"Yes, sir. Now, go get yourself ready, pretty boy." Alan kissed him on the cheek, then gave two quick kisses on his belly and got up to get dressed.
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"Think your plan is working out?" Jeff asked.
Alan took a sip of his coffee before he answered. "I guess. Can't figure out why they act distant."
"They haven't fought, have they?" Jeff took a bite of his breakfast.
"Not that I know of."
"Well, if it can even count as something, I think I saw Sonic put a pin on North's suit for good luck."
"That is something indeed." Alan's expression clearly showing a hint of excitement.
"From what era are you?" Jeff laughed. "Why so scandalized?"
The other laughed at the comment too. "Okay, not a jaw-dropping scandal," he lifted his spoon in th air waiting for Jeff to eat, "but it is entertaining."
"What did you get again?"
"Chocolate mousse."
Jeff leaned in and took the bite. "Oh, that's nice."
"It is." Alan agreed, eating a spoonful as well. "Do you want to ask the waitress for one more?"
"Nah, the waffles were very filling and we will hold back for now 'cause there's a spot at the park that makes great sweet crepes." he said, his hand resting on his small bump.
"I hope there's proper lunch too in your plans."
"Of course there is, I'm not weird."
"Good to hear." Alan chuckled.
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"Oh, that is just amazing. Look at all of this!"
"That is definitely a sight. "Alan couldn't help but giggle at Jeff's excitement. "It is bigger than I imagined."
"It is so serene. Makes me want to just float and go to sleep."
"Felt that."
Jeff grabbed his hand and they moved along the hallways and display tanks, both of them occassionally pointing at something that caught their attention to the other. But most of time, Alan's gaze was glued on his mate, loving every expression Jeff made. With the younger still distracted by the school of fish swimming by, Alan took put his phone and took a picture of him.
Just in time before Jeff turned to steal a glance, meeting with Alan's loving eyes upon him. "What?"
"Just admiring the art." He looked down for a second. "Both pieces of art."
"Sappy." Jeff smiled. "Glad there is no 'no photos allowed' sign, otherwise you'd have to forfeit your treasure."
"Then I'm glad I get to take said treasure home 'cause they are mine." Alan gently pinched the other's cheek.
Jeff twisted Alan's hand just enough to check the time on his watch. "It's almost closing time. Shall we go?"
"Mh, let's go."
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After they finished eating some sweet crepes at the spot Jeff had recommended, the couple decided to stroll around the park before they had to go home, talking about whatever.
"These crepes were honestly so good."
"Told you so." Jeff said, pride in his voice. "I'm so full with all the food we ate today I think I'll skip dinner."
"You need a balanced diet. No way you are skipping meals. Just something small."
"We'll see."
"So, anything else in mind that you want to do before heading home?"
Jeff shook his head. "No. The day was pretty nice. It was fun."
"It's nice to hear you enjoyed the day."
"Did you?"
"Of course. Why wouldn't I enjoy our date?" Alan stopped walking and stepped in front of Jeff. "Never think I hate spending time with you. Got it?" he pressed his forehead against his.
"Okay." he nodded.
Satisfied with the response, Alan gave him a peck on his lips.
"You know what we haven't visited lately?" Jeff asked.
"What?"
"The skating ring"
"Are you trying to kill me?!"
"Oh come on, why?" Jeff asked while giggling. "You did great that day."
Did great with not breaking any bone or busting a hip." Alan countered. " Also, refrain from it for these few months. I really don't want a heart attack."
"Don't worry. I bet the more they're growing, the less motivation I'll have for it. But you and baby can train alongside each other when the moment comes."
"Just say you take pleasure in seeing me fall."
Jeff just laughed, gently rubbing the other's forearm. "I'm not that harsh. But falling for me? Yeah, that I enjoy." He kissed him on the cheek. "So, that is a future plan, in the meantime, why don't we start going home?"
"Lead the way."