#💜caefic

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Autumn Rain (Art by Peachilia)

You always marvelled at this weather; little to no clouds above, and yet it was raining. Colors flickered and danced in the light almost ethereally. What started out as only a gentle drizzle had become an absolute downpour. 

Leaves and dirt squelched beneath your feet as you trudged through the rain. You had your fill of this weather and now you just wanted to get out of these clothes and get indoors. 

In the distance you notice a tall figure, staring across the clearing. Their red fur ruffled in the breeze as they remained rooted in place. As you approached, their ears twitched and they glanced in your direction. They peered down at you through their clear umbrella. 

"Are you out here to enjoy the rain too?" She asked, her tail gently swaying to the side. 

As you talked you learned her name was Caedrhnmar, "But just call me Cae." She grinned. You ask her what she was looking at to which she shrugs. "Nothing really. I just love when it rains like this, it's so peaceful and helps me forget about the rest of the world for a bit. Though if there's thunder I love sitting on the porch with a nice cup of tea".

Wordlessly you followed beside Cae as she slowly began to walk. She let out a small hum as another gust of wind rustled the through the leaves. You groan softly and wipe your face as water gets into your eyes. 

You rack your brain for more to talk about. An idea forms after a moment as you recall an advert from this morning. 

"Do you like pumpkin spice"?

Lavender eyes darted down to yours before Cae let out a chuckle. "Sometimes I'll go to Mawbucks, but I don't care for it. Or that franchise. Fall blasphemy, I know." She rolls her eyes playfully before smiling at you. "I prefer tea and hot chocolate anyways. Or y'know, when I wanna be obnoxious or awake I'll chug an energy drink".

You draw in a breath before Cae interrupts you, "Wanna go to a local cafe"?

"Right now"? 

She nods, "Right now! This cafe has pumpkin spice stuff, teas, and these fizzy speciality drinks in so many flavors. I love that place! You've never been"?

You shake your head 'no' and Cae smiles brightly. "Come on then! You gotta go there at least once".

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Peace (Art by Peachilia)

💜Sometimes (almost always) it's nice to get away from it all and escape. Maybe with a book and a nice cup of tea, but even better is from a high place and listening to the waves of the beach💜

A fantastic commission from Peachillia's yCH auction on Twitter!

You sighed, tilting your head up to the multi storey building. If you strained and squinted you could faintly make out a red blob on one of the balconies.

Cae stretched, listening to the crashing waves below.

"It's been hours, why don't you come down to the beach?" Your voice causes her to whip her head around. How hadn't she heard you?

"Cae you're reading about…" your eyes squint over her shoulders at the book in her hand "curtains".

"I'm reading about fantastic curtains and where to find them, yes." She shoots you an annoyed look.

"I was reading my other book, but then I found this whole ass novel in the bedroom cabinet dedicated to drapes. Like…why was it even there"?

"I think the more important question is why are you reading it"?

"I dunno, it was there and I was rummaging around to see if the folk before us left anything behind and found this in the bedroom dresser.

"Cae come on, you can't just stay up here the whole week".

"Watch me".

"Are you afraid of the ocean"?

"What?" Cae glowered up at you. "No. I just prefer lakes and rivers. I love beaches for the sounds though, the waves and birds are very relaxing.

"So why don't you come downstairs to hear them better"?

"Sand." Cae replied sagely.

"W-what? Sand?" You tilt your head and quirk an eyebrow.

"Sand." She nodded. "I hate how it gets on and in everything. Also if I get in the water, salt is going to burn my eyes and then I'm going to wipe them and make it worse".

"So don't go too far out into the water? Come on Cae, if you come down we'll give you a tuna sandwich and chips".

"You can't persuade me with food." Cae deadpanned. Regardless, she rose from her chair and stretched before peering down at you. A snack sounded good right now. Even Cae couldn't deny eating on the beach had an almost magical vibe. You offer her a smile. "Yes we can and you know it. I'll even dare say we have a cold can of Dr.Pawper for you".

"Fine. But you're going to help wash the salt and sand out of my fur afterwards".

"Deal." You take the books Cae handed to you before sliding open the glass door. From your peripheral you see Cae peel her shirt off and remove her spiked bands and choker. A small grumble escaped her lips as she grabbed her towel from the couch, then as Cae made her way to the door her beach cover up from the chair.

Cae grimaced as the sand clung to her feet and tail the moment she stepped into it. At first she stepped gently before giving up entirely as the sand stuck to her regardless. You chuckle but are cut off as Cae nudges your shoulder, "Knock it off. I'll go back upstairs right now".

"But who will help get the sand off of you then? And remember, tuna sandwich. Just for you".

Cae growled at you but otherwise remained silent. That sandwich better be hella good, as if god himself made it.

Despite begrudgingly coming downstairs, Cae let out a content hum as she tossed back the last bit of bread into her mouth. A small crunch followed as a stray chip hid inside, much to her delight. You watched as Cae wiped her mouth with a napkin, settling back into the chair and shade.

"Not going upstairs after all"? You tease. Cae rolled her eyes and poked her tongue out at you.

Gulls cried overhead as they flapped hurriedly nearby, finding a quick meal elsewhere. From here the waves roared to life, pounding the shore repeatedly, bringing a salty tang to the air. Cae's eyes remained fixed out at the vast horizon. Her eyes snap to meet yours as you poke her arm to get her attention.

"Wanna go into the water"?

Cae's eyelids droop at this but shift to a look of contemplation. A smirk crosses her lips as she stares at you. "Only if I get to throw you into it".

You laugh, you doubt Cae is that strong. Tall? Yes. Strong? Maybe with the buoyancy effect the water gives, she might be able to. "You can try!"

Her eyes gleam as she bolts up, abruptly grabbing you by the arm. "The sea shall claim a new victim"!