Chapter Five

So now he was a were-cat.

Taylor sat up and put on his shirt. It was still odd, after several months of being a cat, how comfortable it felt to wear clothing again. He reached over for his jeans and pulled them up his legs.

Anyone watching would be amazed at the way he moved. He was unintentionally deliberate, with a natural kind of sinuous grace that would be the envy of the most skilled ballerina. He was slipping on his shoes when she called.

*Taylor, honey, are you coming down for breakfast?*

*Thanks. How many eggs would you like?*

“Three should be fine, sweetheart.” He said as he walked into the room, and then quickly caught her as she stumbled back, startled.

“Goddess, you surprised me!” She told him. ”You walk through the house so quietly!” She wrapped him in her arms and gave him a very passionate good morning kiss. Before anything else got started, Laura pushed him back. “Okay, dear, the eggs are going to burn,” she said, turning back to the stove.

He chuckled. “I can’t wait until you try to tell my mother how quiet I am. She’s always said that I have all the grace of a drunken elephant with 3 legs.”

Laura giggled. “I’m sure you weren’t that bad, really.”

“Oh, it would surprise you. I was all arms and legs, and terribly uncoordinated.”

He set a couple of plates and some silverware out for the two of them, then grabbed two of the large juice glasses and the orange juice. Neither of them noticed it, but as they worked together to get the meal ready, they completed the different tasks without discussing them, working as smoothly as a couple with years of experience.

They sat close to each other ate the table, always within reach of the other, and they shared frequent touches and smiles, as if their love was a treasured secret between them.

“I’d like to go for a short walk this morning, would you like to come along?” Taylor asked.

“No, I’m going to help Mother set up a room for Katherine. You go ahead, stretch your legs a bit.”

“I won’t be long,” He said, and kissed her. She watched him until he went around the corner and smiled. She knew it was due to his time as Mystic that he moved the way he did, so unconsciously sensuous.

It made her horny just to watch him walk. They had decided to wait until they were married before they had sex, but he made it so difficult! Two more days, she told herself, just two more days...

She wasn’t sure she could hold out that long. She bit her lower lip slightly, the desire for him rising in her. She closed her eyes and took a couple of deep breaths, trying to get control of herself, but loving the way she felt.

He knew how she was feeling, of course, even if he didn’t realize exactly what it was that was affecting her. Her passion excited him, and he just wanted to carry her into bed and ravish her!

She was beyond beautiful, and he knew that she loved him, but sometimes, in the back of his mind, he wondered how much of her love might be because of the spell that linked them together. He knew that he loved her so much, it made his heart ache, and he swore to himself that he would always do his best for her.

He really wasn’t sure what to think of this “were-cat” thing. Without the issue of being trapped in that form, he had to admit that he truly enjoyed his time as Mystic. How would this affect their lives, though?

His future was on his mind quite frequently lately. He would be a married man soon. It was true, he didn’t need to worry about money. He could easily provide a very comfortable living for the two of them and any children they might have. No, what concerned him was that he needed a challenge in his life, and he wanted to include Laura in whatever it was he did..

He was unsure of just what he should do now. He had been so focused on geology before all of this, but his world had become so different now, and he wasn’t sure how he fit into it. So many things were so new and, to be honest, supremely strange! He could never have dreamed the world could be so different.

Where he and Laura would settle was another concern. Finson was a comfortable place, with its own kind of relaxed atmosphere, but was it enough for him? It suddenly occurred to him that he could talk to his fiancée at any time, and he should involve her in any decision he made.

*Yes, you should! It’s about time, Taylor! I’ve been quietly listening to you for some time. I’ve got a few things you need to hear, mister, and the first one is about that idea of yours that I love you because of the spell. You listen to me, buster, and listen good. I love you with all of my heart! You are my whole world, Taylor, and I need you in my life!*

*I’m flattered, love, but you need to understand how much I feel the same! You’re handsome, smart, and so sophisticated. Watching you makes my panties wet, my dear. I can’t wait to marry you and get you in the sack, I’m going to wear you out so bad!*

He shivered in anticipation. He could feel her desire, and he was just as stimulated as she was. He decided to sit down for a while, before someone saw him tenting his pant. Laura just laughed, of course.

*Oh, that’s embarrassing!*

*All right, dear.*

He wasn’t looking forward to this conversation. He pushed his speed dial, and heard the long series of tones.

“Hello, Michaels' Residence.”

“Hello, Mother.”

“Taylor? Oh, this is a pleasant surprise. How are you feeling, Darling?”

‘That’s sort of why I’ve called, Mother. There have been some...developments.”

“Oh? Is everything all right?”

“That’s rather hard to say, as it really is dependent on you, and if you will accept me.”

“Of course I will accept you, dear, nothing in the world could ever change that.”

“I believe this falls into the realm of your employment. Yes, I’ve heard of the work you and Father do, and I have to say that I’m quite proud of you, even if I can never say anything about it.”

“Taylor, I-“

“Wait, Mum, please. I need to continue. When I was returned to human form, it seems there were a few unexpected consequences. As I understand it, the witch who transformed me was some sort of idiot-savant, and the spell she used was quite unusual. I was restored to my true form, but with a slight issue. We’ve discovered that I am a Were, Mother.”

“That’s not possible. We don’t have the genes to become Were.”

“Yes, I’ve been told that, many times. I’ve also been reliably informed by the local coven that it’s impossible for a witch to turn someone into a Were. Nonetheless, it is a fact. I am a Were-cat, Mum. I am able to return to my form as Mystic at will.”

“Jamie reported that Mystic was a female cat. Is this transformation of yours complete?”

“Yes, Mum, Mystic is female, and yes, I’ve been told that this is impossible as well.”

“It’s certainly highly improbable, but apparently not impossible. Are you otherwise healthy, darling?”

“It seems so, although there are a few other things we need to discuss. Mother, did Jamie
tell you that my fiancée is a witch?”

“Yes, and quite a beautiful and intelligent one, according to Jamie. He said she is a perfect match for you.”

Taylor smiled. Thanks, Jamie, I owe you one.

“Well she’s certainly beautiful, but she’s marrying me, so I’m not sure of her intelligence.”

*Watch it, sweetheart, I am listening.*

*Wait until you get home, you stinker!*

Their mental conversation happened much faster than a normal one, so Laura’s interruption went unnoticed.

His mother laughed. ”Taylor, I’m sure that her love shows her to be quite intelligent, and besides, I trust Jamie’s report.”

“The reason I bring it up is that part of the spell I was under links Laura and I together permanently. Fortunately, we happen to be quite besotted with each other, so that’s not an issue. One of the side-effects of this is that we have a permanent telepathic link between us, so in effect, Laura is a part of this conversation, as well.”

“She is? Welcome to our family, darling! Duncan and I look forward to meeting you soon!”

*Ooh, give her my thanks, please, and tell her I can’t wait to meet them!”*

“She say’s thank you, Mother, and she’s quite anxious to meet you as well. Mother, we’ve been discussing our future, and we are considering relocating to England. I’m just wondering, do you know if the Ander’s estate is still available?”

“Of course it is, dear. In this economy, no one is interested in...Oh, are you thinking of purchasing it?”

“Yes, Mum. Would you act as my agent and set things in motion? As soon as Laura’s passport is ready, we’ll be on our way there.”

“Consider it done, dear. We will see you soon, then?”

“As soon as possible, yes. We’ll probably need to stop with you for a bit, if that’s all right?”

“You have to ask? Taylor, this will always be a home to you, always.”

“Thanks, Mum. We will see you soon. We love you!”

The phone call ended, Taylor’s mother decided to make several phone calls. She hadn’t considered it before, but this information changed everything in her mind. This could be quite interesting. It certainly had created some possibilities.