Canine Mate Lovin'
(A canon Star Fox Love Story)
Chapter 3: To Love
Author's notes: So I actually realized at the time of putting this out there that it's the month of February before V-day. And that's perfect for Bill and Fay to be in love and as a couple as they're meant and made to be together. So lucky me.
X
That was easier said than done for Bill and Fay to hook up. It wasn't just their schedules that got in the way of a confession, it was mainly due to the fear of rejection. When you truly loved someone, there was always that possibility. Fay certainly tried to drop hints to Bill. It wasn't that hard, always sitting next to him, playfully flicking his side with her tail, or sometimes bending over so he could see her lovely curves. The bulldog loved and hated it at the same time. It then got to a point that the poodle actually sat down with Miyu to talk about this. ``Is Bill really that dense?'' the canine asked the lynx, looking very worried. ``I've tried letting him know and I don't think I'm being that subtle.''
``I don't think it's you,'' Miyu replied. ``I'm pretty certain Bill does feel the same as you. I think it's that tiny little doubt in him that's holding him back. You know, that voice of doubt that we all have?''
``Yeah...'' The lynx smiled at her best friend.
``Look, just get him by yourself. Just go for it Fay. At this point, what have you got to lose?''
Little did the two ladies know was that Bill was talking with Nicholas about this as the vulpine could relate. The guy with glasses was trying to hook up with Fara too and going through the same problem. ``I just don't know if she feels the same way,'' the bulldog told the leader of Star Flight. ``I mean I think she does, but there's that part of me holding back man.''
``Yeah, I hear you,'' the vulpine replied. ``Figuring out females is a bitch at times for us males. It's been that way since the dawn of time.''
Bill actually let out a small chuckle. ``True, I mean you're having troubles figuring that out with Fara if she feels the same way for you. I personally have never once wanted her unlike in two horrible fucked up stories where we got married or said have had kids.''
Nicholas's face twisted to anger and hatred as did the other canine for a few moments before going back to normal. ``Agreed,'' the vulpine stated. ``Besides it's always been Fay you've wanted and nobody else.''
``Yeah. So... back to the question at hand, what can I do?''
``Well either take her on a date when we have some off time or just in a room by yourself. That's all I can do to help you man.''
``I see.'' Bill was thinking, his lips firming. ``Very well, then I have an idea.''
``That's the way,'' Nicholas commented with a smile. ``And if you need some help setting things up, don't hesitate to ask.''
``Thanks.'' The bulldog and poodle's resolves were set. Now that they got more confirmation from outside sources they trusted, Bill and Fay knew it would be up to them to make that last step. Luckily, something did come up where that chance would arrive.
It all began when the team had a break from jobs and stuff. They were actually very close to Corneria and actually close to the month that Valentine's Day came up. Bill had been wanting to go back to that planet for a while as not only were there a couple of things he wanted to buy there, but also visit in general. And with the holiday that was coming up and with love in the air, that might help with the little push that was needed. He figured Fay would like to join him as the poodle had mentioned in general of wanting to go to that planet too. So the bulldog figured what could be done first before going up to her room. ``C'mon, relax,'' he thought at the door to ease his nerves and tense muscles.
The male knocked on her door and it opened to reveal Fay looking so lovely and cute as always with her white fur, red ribbon, and outfit. ``Hey Bill,'' the poodle said sweetly, blushing a little like he was.
``Hey Fay,'' the male replied softly before clearing his throat.
``So... what brings you by here?'' she asked, tilting her head to the side in a very cute way to drop another hint.
``Just go for it!'' he thought in his head. ``Don't stand there like an idiot!''
``So... I've been meaning to head down to Corneria...'' Bill began and paused.
``And?'' she encouraged him.
``I need to buy a few things and need to visit again. But... I don't want to do it alone... If it's alright with you... we could go, just the two of us, and-``
Fay silenced him with a loving hug, catching the male off guard. ``Are you asking me out on a date?'' the poodle whispered with happy excitement, her tail wagging to match her mood.
``Er... yeah?'' he repelied, his arms going around her as well.
The poodle looked up at him with the biggest, loving smile Bill had ever seen her. ``I would love to,'' Fay softly whispered.
Bill instantly let out the breath he'd been holding in. ``Oh! Okay, cool!'' he stated. ``So... what works for you?'' They arranged a time that would work for tomorrow. ``Then I will meet you at the hanger bay, okay?''
``Yes.'' Fay and him had another loving hug before she went back into her room. Their eyes didn't break contact until the door was closed. The bulldog slowly walked back to his room, just in a daze that this had worked, the stupidest of grin dancing on his muzzle.
``She actually accepted!'' Bill thought in his head, his own tail wagging happily. ``If this does work, I swear somehow I will hook up with Fay and make her the happiest poodle in the universe...''
The said gal in the meantime was sitting on her bed with a loving smile. ``Did... did Bill just ask me out on date?'' Fay wondered in her head. But then she knew it was stupid to ask because the poodle knew the answer. ``Bill did, he just asked me out on one.''
``What took him so long?'' she then asked out loud.
X
It then came the day and time for the two to meet up. Bill was there first but not wearing his regular outfit like going on a mission. Instead, he was just in regular pants and a shirt, but in colors that worked for him. And of course the kind to be for a date in February when it was cold. Fay then showed up, looking even more adorable and cute to him. Sure there was the red bow on her head, but also it was due to the pants that fit her lovely legs well and cute coat. They were in beautiful shades of pink and if the male didn't know any better, his sharp noise caught a sweet scent coming from her. ``Hey Fay!'' he called to her.
The poodle was right by his side in an instant. ``Hey there Bill,'' she stated happily with love and saw what he was wearing. ``Oh look at you all ready to go. ``
``You are as well,'' he shot back with a grin. ``You ready?''
``Born ready!''
They began to climb into their X-Strikers, but not before the bulldog said one last thing for now. ``By the way, you look very cute and adorable Fay; beautiful even.''
The poodle felt stunned for a second, but then great happiness, pleasure, and love for him flowed throughout her body. ``He... he thinks I'm all of that?'' Fay wondered in her head happily before getting into her ship like he was doing.
The two then got the clear to take off. Both pilots flew out into the realm of space, seeing how beautiful it was with all the stars and other celestial bodies today. And below them, Corenria as always stood like a blue gem in space. Bill and Fay began to descend into the atmosphere, directed to a hanger bay that was one of a number set aside for situations like this. After all, a number of pilots and visitors came to the planet by ship. The two canines made it and landed in the bay when once again they were cleared for landing. Bill got out of his X-Wing first and jumped out, landing and looking up to see Fay emerging from hers. The poodle smiled down on the only one for her and descended to his level. ``Made it in one piece,'' he stated with his suferboy like grin.
Fay nodded with a happy sound and smile. ``I'm ready for this with you...'' she then said softly. They were close, so close to touching, all she or he had to do was reach with a finger.
``Same...'' Bill offered her his right paw and arm. ``Shall we, Miss Spaniel?''
Fay giggled happily and took his arm and paw, much to Bill's delight and happiness without missing a beat. ``Lead on Mr. Grey,'' the poodle cooed to him.
It wasn't long before they were out in the bustling, busy streets of Corneria. Due to the fact that this was before the war against the Aparoids, there were a feeling of peace and happiness that could be felt. No fear of invasion or death yet; just the hustle and bustle that came with every day. Plus with the holiday related to love being close, the feelings that came with that was also in the air. It was a good thing Fay was holding onto Bill as just the street they had chosen was crowded with the single males and females, and even families too as they went about their daily business. Of course, the poodle having her arms wrapped around the bulldog's arm because of it was just an excuse to be close to the only one they loved. ``Stay close,'' Bill whispered to her with a grin.
``I always will, you know that,'' Fay replied, giving his arm a loving squeeze. Her smiling face with the eyes closed was so adorable, the male couldn't help but leaned down and kiss her forehead. It was so quick and suddenly, the poodle wondered if she'd imagine him doing it. But when looking up at him in surprise, Fay guessed from his nervous look and the blush on his cheeks, Bill had indeed kissed her. The poodle just brushed his arm with her head with affection, both smiling deeply.
``Alright then, first we need to head here...'' Bill began, bringing up a holo map and pointing out the location to Fay with his free paw.
As they were walking, he couldn't help but notice that he was getting glares. These were from the single males, clearly jealous that the bulldog had someone like Fay holding his arm. Bill just glared right back, his lips pulled back in a snarl. It resonated from deep within his chest, a low growl, a warning kind that was one of possession, love, and protection. A kind of growl to let others know that they needed to fuck off, that Fay was his and his alone. Even if the noises of this city did overpower the ones Bill made, they could be heard at times. And the poodle certainly did. She looked up to him, her heart, body, mind, and soul warmed up with more love for this canine that she loved with all her heart. Fay's tail went around Bill with affection and he felt that, causing him to snap out of his moment and look to her while blushing. ``Don't mind me Bill, just keep going on,'' Fay cooed to him. They were now at a less busier section and street.
``You... you heard?'' he gulped, nervous.
``Yeah...'' The look on her face was one of amusement, like catching a kid being caught with their paw in the cookie jar. ``But I don't mind since it's you...''
Bill's brain was in a whirl of overdrive. He was trying to figure out if the poodle meant that or that there was a deeper meaning to her words. The male then found she had gotten up closer to his face by standing up on her tip toes, smiling and looking so lovely since they had stopped walking. ``Fay...'' Bill whispered, heart thudding and going redder.
``Mommy, what are they doing?'' a new voice suddenly spoke up and clearly belonging to a kid of five or six.
Bill and Fay jumped, now red as they hadn't expected to be interrupted like this. Especially not on a side street where there weren't as many others. They looked and saw it was a little male canine, holding onto his mother's paw and looking at the older ones with curiosity. ``On a date, we should leave them honey,'' his mom told the little one.
``Way to ruin the moment kid,'' the bulldog thought in his head. He had been so close, he just knew it.
``Awww, it's okay,'' Fay then cooed, getting down a little lower to look at the young one with a soft smile. Bill had never seen the poodle smile like that and it warmed his heart and made him smile as well.
The canine who had to be only five smiled and waved to Fay as he was curious and kind. The poodle waved back and the mother of the child was now smiling too. ``He's cute; what his name?'' Fay asked.
``Jackson,'' his mother replied. ``He's so curious about others.''
``A lot of kids are,'' Bill commented.
``Yes. But I suppose you two know about that as well.'' Once more the poor bulldog's face went red and he tried to look and focus on anywhere else but the poodle who was by his side.
``Oh...'' the mother canine said, a knowing look coming onto her face as she watched Fay smiled even more deeply and took Bill's paw and causing the male to snap back to attention. ``Well you will.''
Fay just found Bill's paw, given it a loving squeeze, laying her head against his arm before replying. ``I hope so.''
The mother canine could tell what was going on and had no problem with leaving the conversation at that. ``Come along,'' she told her son. ``We must be on our way.''
Bill and Fay watched the two walk off. But his mind was buzzing. ``Fay just basically said she wanted to have kids with you dude!'' the bulldog thought in his head. ``You can't possibly need any more proof than that! Just make a damn move! There's nothing holding you back and tell Fay you love her!''
She was also thinking hard. ``I can't believe I said that,'' the poodle thought in her head. ``What if he doesn't want to go that far? I'm sure he loves me, I think he does. But that doesn't mean Bill wants to have kids too.''
``He was cute,'' the male then said, causing Fay to snap out of her thoughts.
``Yeah. I've always thought that of kids.''
``Oh?'' This was new to Bill.
``Some may say I'm crazy or an idiot. But I do like them. I think they say that because they've had a lot of bad experiences with young ones. And yes, I know it's not at all fun and games. But overall, I do like kids...''
``Yeah, I've had to deal with them and they're fine in my book.'' Fay looked up in surprised, her heart getting hope and it was seen in her tail perking up. ``But... there's someone who's always far cuter and even adorable to me...''
``Who is it...?''
Bill didn't answer but instead, brought the poodle into his arms, their bodies close. ``That person... It's always been you Fay...''
``He... he thinks I'm cute and adorable?'' the poodle wondered in her head, the blush coming onto her muzzle like with him, their hearts thudding. Her free paw made its way up to his chest as the female gaze up at his green eyes. That was grabbed by his free paw that wasn't already holding the poodle's other as their mouth were now inches apart. Nobody else was here due to being on a side street and this time nothing was going to stop these two.
``You... you think that...?'' she whispered.
``I know you are...'' That was what did it as Fay then just leaned up and closed the distance, kissing Bill, and not carrying if he rejected her or not. He was caught off guard for only a second, thinking he'd would have to make the move. But then the male just answered her back, their tongues fighting for dominance. They could feel the relief in their bodies flowing as finally this had happened. Her arms went around his strong neck, his paws going on her back and hips. Neither canine was backing off, eager to keep getting the taste of the other. Bill and Fay had no idea how long this kiss of true love and passion lasted. But the two needed air at some point and had to break it off for now. They pulled back, panting and getting their breaths back. Fay then noticed the trail of saliva between their mouths and licked it up before leaning up against her bulldog, laying her head on his body and sighing happily. His arms just wrapped around her, bringing the female in closer.
``Damn...'' was all Bill could whisper after that.
``You took the words out of my mouth...'' Fay softly replied, just enjoying how he held her now that it had happened. The bulldog knew what he had to say next.
``I... I love you Fay,'' Bill whispered, just saying it. The second he did, her whole world and body glowed with happiness, longing and waiting for him to say that for so long.
The poodle then pulled back enough to look him deep into the eyes. ``I love you too,'' she replied softly, tears watering with happiness. ``I love you too Bill...'' They couldn't help but kiss again.
Their foreheads came together and the bulldog licked his poodle, causing Fay to giggle.
``You have no idea how long I've wanted to have you in my arms and do that,'' Bill whispered. He got a lick and kiss from her in return for that.
``And I'm like that too...'' Fay stated and they rubbed noses before kissing again.
``Shit, we'll never get anywhere if we keep this up,'' the bulldog commented with amusement and the female grinned at him.
``I don't mind, but you're right suferboy.''
``Then there's just one thing I have to do, you crazy gear head I love so much. Fay Spaniel, what say we go out?''
``Oh yes; I would love to Bill!'' she exclaimed happily without missing a beat, licking and kissing his face all over while he did the same before they met in a loving kiss. Now officially a couple and one that was made for the other, the two could now continue for the real reason they had come here. The time spent visiting and picking up the stuff went well and even more so now that the poodle and bulldog were a couple. The whole time they never let go of the other and only separated when traveling back to the Star Flight mother ship. Even when getting back, the two just spent the rest of their waking hours, snuggling, exchanging soft words, and kisses. And at the end of the day when saying goodnight, Bill and Fay had a loving long kiss after whispering how much they loved the other. Things could only get better for them from here on out.
