Chapter 49: Bridal Surprise

The Day after proposing is a hectic one for the Brides. Searching for the perfect wedding dress isn't easy, so you think.

After waking up, as usual, the Foxes prepare breakfast for you and head out to presumably, the Clothing Store where they will acquire their desired Wedding Dress.

As for yourself, you sit on the Couch with a cup of coffee and watch as Mila sleeps in her Kally's arms, Tilu is reading a Fashion Magazine.

"Dan, I heard you retired. Congratulations on that." Kally shares her gratitude.

"Thanks, Kally. It was a clear choice, I don't want them to worry about me too much, as they still aren't even done with their first month of pregnancy." you add.

"Foxes are more affected by stress than Humans are. Especially when they are pregnant, we tend to stress over minor things a lot." Kally explains.

"It's fair, considering they're pregnant. Nothing I can do besides sit by their side." you say, taking a sip of your coffee.

The hours pass, you've done some work while the Foxes are probably still picking their Dresses. Kally is slowly making preparations for Dinner while teaching Tilu and Mila about Food.

"Dan, excuse me for disturbing but... I need your help with opening this Jar of Pickles." Kally enters your Weapons Chamber.

You struggle to open the Jar, putting more force into your grip and it opens.

"Thanks a lot! Dinner should be ready soon." she says leaving the room.

"Dan! We're home!" your future wives yell.

"Welcome home you two, have you gotten your Dresses?" you ask curiously.

"We did indeed. But we're not going to show them to you, until tomorrow." the Foxes add.

"Fair, I got mine yesterday so I'll be preparing mine this evening." you tell them.

"Alright, tell us if you need help. Keep in mind, we are not supposed to see your Suit until the next day!" they point out the mystery.

Together you take your last dinner as a couple, soon to be married.

"We'll be going to sleep early today, so... come join us when you're done with work Dan. Good night Kally, Mila, Tilu!" Katie says, waving together with Kate.

"I'll still need to write some papers... I am still the Chief after all." you mumble, getting back to your work.

You proceed where you left off with your Work, Kally and her Daughters went to bed. Working late into the night, you hear the crickets outside getting louder by the minute.

"Why are they so loud?" you think to yourself.

"Milord, that is just your hearing. You should get some rest quite soon." the Daemon answers.

"That also could be a sign that you're tired, Milord. Please watch the time, you don't want to fall asleep during your Wedding." the Hound adds.

"Surely not. This should be the last papers related to our Family." you hope.

The Paperwork is related to Property Upgrades, rather... the materials needed for it.

When a Stalker retires he gets a mediocre sum as a reward for his duty. These funds are supposed to go into the Property the Family owns, improving conditions and even buying food, the money is, therefore, an important asset to a Stalker's retirement.

Katya has explained this to you yesterday, before taking everything she owned from your House. Reminded by her moving houses, you've found the Naval Warfare Game that her Daughters wanted to play, in the Supermarket earlier. It was a discount, so you bought six copies. One for yourself, three for them and even one for Mila, when she grows older, and her sister Tilu.

The final signature made you realise what time it is, past midnight. Not good, for the Groom to be sleepy during his Wedding.

You quickly head to bed, slowly snuggling in between your Foxes. For tomorrow, will be a big day.