Chapter 16

Chapter 16- The gravity of the situation

Jolt and Snow made their way back up the mountain to their cave, accompanied by Flame and Sky. Both pairs had been talking, making jokes, and having a good time as they walked. Jolt seemed a little preoccupied, but Snow figured she had worn him out, as she was tired from mating herself. Flame grunted suddenly and fell over, but stood back up. Jolt and Snow turned to see Sky riding on his back, and the exhausted Flame trying his best to support her. Somehow, the sight was cute enough to make Snow giggle, and Jolt smiled. At least they got to be together. He wasn't sure what would happen once Snow found out about Sparky's pregnancy, and how Jolt was obligated to be with her. He wasn't even sure she'd even like him, or want to be friends with him after that. The thought of her hating him made Jolt sad, but what was done was done, and he had to live with the consequences. He quickly forgot about what may be, and enjoyed the rest of his walk with Snow.

When they got back to the cave, Rubi and Sparky were waiting for them. Sparky looked like she had been crying, and Rubi wore a concerned expression. The exhausted Snow dispersed to her room for some sleep, and Flame and Sky went to Sky's for some privacy. "Jolt. My room. Now." Rubi commanded. Something about the urgency in her tone made him forget all about the nap he was planning to take, and do as she commanded. The three silently walked to Rubi's room, and the time it took to get there felt like an eternity to Jolt. She knows about Sparky, Jolt thought over and over. Why else would she speak like that? Oh man, were fucked! Jolt walked in, and took a seat by the fireplace, which he ignited with a few sparks. He was still cold from walking with Snow, and he tried to make himself comfortable as the other two walked in. Sparky laid next to Jolt, bringing a welcome sense of familiarity back, and Rubi took a seat opposite of them. "What the hell were you thinking?" she asked, in a tone frighteningly calm. Jolt said nothing, and Sparky looked away, again ashamed. The three sat in silence for a moment, and Jolt snuggled up to Sparky, causing her to lay her head on his paws. "I know you've had a decision to make, Jolt," continued Rubi. "But I don't think this is a good way to tell the others." "You know it wasn't his fault," said Sparky, coming to her lover's defense. Jolt still said nothing, and laid his head down on hers, lost in thought. It felt good to have Jolt cuddling her, and sparky was happy for a minute. "Regardless, it won't be long before Sparky starts showing signs." Rubi said. "What then?" "Well tell them were together, and face the consequences," Jolt finally spoke up. Rubi felt just a little sad at hearing that. She had clung on to the small hope that she and Jolt might have been together someday, but that hope was gone now. "You two have a long talk ahead of yourselves. Go," she dismissed them. They went. Sparky followed Jolt to his room, and they laid together on the bed for a while, each enjoying the others presence, and wondering how to start.

Finally, Sparky ended the silence. "I'm so sorry for everything I did, Jolt. I love you, and I'm sorry for putting you in this position. I bet you hate me right now, don't you?" Sparky choked the last part out, and she began to cry quietly. Jolt put a paw on her shoulder, and licked her cheek gingerly. "It's alright, Sparky. I'm not mad, and I don't think I could ever hate you. I love you." He spoke in the most soothing voice he could, and it was all that she needed to hear. Her crying slowly stopped, and her breathing returned to normal. "How could you like me, let alone be in love with me, after what I did?" she asked, leaning her head on his back. "Because I've liked you from the moment we met, and nothing is gonna stop that now." Jolt replied, not even pausing to consider his words. Sparky remained silent, but wrapped her arms around his neck from behind, and rested against him. "What are we gonna tell the others?" she asked after a few minutes. "The truth," he responded." But no matter what I won't leave you, Sparky." Jolt yawned, causing Sparky to yawn as well. It was getting late already, and neither were about to leave the room. Jolt settled into a comfortable position, and Sparky moved her head off him shoulders and beside him. "I love you, Jolt," came Sparky's final words as she began to drift off to sleep. "And I love you, Sparky," came Jolt's gentle response. They both fell asleep in mere minutes, exhausted from the day's events. From outside his door, Snow got up, and made her way back to her room, the tears flowing freely down her face.