It was a crisp autumn evening and the sun had nearly dropped behind the horizon. The sky was now ablaze with vibrant colors, mostly fiery oranges and bold shades of bright almost pink crimson, they mixed with the darker shades of deep blue and twilight purple as the night met the day. A light assortment of clouds topped off the scene making for a truly wondrous sunset.

Ponyville was beginning to illuminate with the lights from the large assortment of homes and even businesses that had now become aglow and were joined by various streetlights.

Kevin inhaled a refreshing breath of the cool dusk air. His body shivered from the falling temperature as he cinched up the zipper of his maroon jacket and pulled its tail over the waistline of his jeans. It was going to be a cool night, but the human knew it wasn’t going to be too cold.

His shift at the toyshop had ended and now that he had already had a chance to stop by his place and freshen up a bit, he was eager to pay his marefriend a visit. Kevin spied his watch and was able to make out that it was almost 4:30PM. The crinkling of a paper bag whisked into his ears as he secured his cargo, an item he knew would be well received.

As the human made his way through the streets, he smiled, taking a moment to recall the past few years here in Equestria. Like a number of the humans that now called Ponyville and in some cases Canterlot or one of the other major cities home, Kevin also counted his blessings. He never really had a chance to ask Princess Celestia why she was picking select humans to come live in her world. Rather, like most of the humans that now called Equestria home, Kevin was just happy to have a change of pace. Life in Equestria, Ponyville specifically, wasn’t nearly as stressful as life on Earth. He figured after being here for a little over three years that it was probably due to the kind and loving demeanor of the ponies. They worked hard, there was no question of that and they certainly had their share of problems, not unlike life on Earth. But, it was the little things, or perhaps to some they could be construed as big ones, nevertheless making ends meet wasn’t near the challenge. Work wasn’t so mundane, and the pace of life didn’t seem to be as fast, and somehow, after spending enough time in this land, the mere acquisition of wealth and possessions seemed to fade, becoming less of an obsession, at least that’s how it was for Kevin.

Kevin’s sneakers crunched on some fallen leaves as he turned the corner, arriving at his destination. His mare had a simple home, it was one and a half stories, a style not unlike many homes that could be found on Earth, or for that matter other parts of Ponyville. The house was made of sturdy lumber, oak, stained a pale almond, and had a carefully made thatched roof. There were windows on the lower level and a few peeped out of the small second floor, almost like a pair of watching eyes. A gray stone chimney poked out of the top of the dwelling, completing its look.

Stepping up to the front door, Kevin knocked a few times. He heard the sounds of excited hoof beats along the floor inside. The door opened and his mare’s young brown colt greeted him. Excitement was present in his pale orange eyes. A red and yellow beanie rested on his fiery brown hair, and its bright green propeller was spinning like always, despite the lack of any wind. “Hey, Kevin!”

“Hello, Button. How are you this evening?”

Button Mash closed his eyes and grinned. “Happy!” He seemed to be bubbling over with excitement. “Come in, mom’s in the kitchen, I think or maybe she’s doing laundry.” The young colt, he was barely over ten years old, motioned for his friend to enter.

Kevin smiled as he stepped inside. “Hey, aren’t you going to that big “Ponies and Dungeons” party tonight?”

After the human was in, Button closed the door and grinned again. “Yep. That’s why I’m so excited! Everypony should be there. Rumble will be there, Pipsqueak, and probably even the Cutie Mark Crusaders.”

Kevin chuckled as he turned to look at Button. “Ah, so that means Sweetie Belle will be there, won’t she?”

Button’s grin faded and was replaced with rosy cheeks. He turned his head in a sheepish manner. “Aww, I guess she’ll be there. But it’s no biggie.”

“Of course it’s not,” Kevin replied, snickering. “Oh, I don’t want to forget. I got you a little something for tonight.”

The colt’s eyes widened and he blinked. “Really?” He ran up to the human. “What’d ya get me?”

“Here,” Kevin replied, offering him the small paper bag. “I saw these at work and thought they’d be perfect for you and your friends tonight.”

Button dashed over to the coffee table and gleefully smacked the bag onto its surface, and wasting no time, he plunged a hoof inside. He removed the contents and his eyes nearly jumped off his face. “Ooh, a new set of dice?!” Button looked up and glued his eyes on Kevin.

“That’s right. A collector’s edition too. Check out those cool swirled colors for each different style. So if you need four-sided or even up to twenty-sided dice, that set has you covered.” Kevin nodded enthusiastically.

“Oh cool!” He ran into the kitchen. “Hey, mom, check this out!”

Kevin turned his head toward the kitchen doorway, then he finally heard Button’s mom speak. “Button, how many times do I have to tell you, don’t run in the house.”

“Sorry, mom, but check it out! Kevin got me dice.”

He stood there smiling as Button and his mother entered the living room. “That’s great, dear. Now why don’t you go upstairs and get ready. Thunderlane will be here soon and so will Rumble. They said they’d walk you to the party Pipsqueak is throwing.”

Button nodded several times. “Okay, mom.” Then he dashed up the stairs.

His mom turned and placing a hoof to her mouth, she called after him, “Don’t forget your sleeping bag. Remember that it’s also a slumber party.” She went to look at Kevin, before she turned back and added, “And don’t forget to take a jacket. It’s chilly outside.”

“OK MOM!” They heard him shout down from upstairs.

She let out a wry chuckle. “Ah, children.”

“Yeah, but you’ve got a good one there. Even if he always likes to play his video and board games.” Kevin mused, offering her a warm smile as he hung up his jacket.

She nodded, then swept a hoof through her long light brown mane, which fell very flatteringly along her pale tan fur. “I’m sorry I wasn’t here to greet you. I was putting a clean load of towels in the dryer.”

He shook his head. “It’s okay, Cherish.”

Cherish Heart blushed a little. “Well, at least Button was there to greet you.”

This time, Kevin chuckled. “Yeah. So, how are you this evening…” He was cut off. There came a solid knock at the front door.

She gave him a worried look, then her chipper countenance returned. “I’d better get that. It’s probably Thunderlane.” Cherish Heart walked over to the front door. Sure enough it was. “Ah, Thunder and Rumble, good evening.”

Rumble was standing next to his older brother. “Hey, is Button ready?”

Cherish Heart turned toward the steps. “Button, honey, Rumble and his brother are here.”

Button Mash came zipping down the stairs. He stopped to give his mom a quick hug. “Night, mom. I’ll see you later.”

She smiled and patted his back, then gave him another hug. “Okay, now, you have fun with your friends. And I’m glad you have your jacket.”

Button smiled and nodded. “Yep, and my sleeping bag, and my toothbrush. Oh, and my dice. Thanks again, Kevin!” He grinned.

Kevin patted his back and shared his delight. “You’re welcome, have fun.”

“I will.” Button joined Rumble and Thunderlane, then waved good-bye as they departed.

Cherish Heart closed the front door and cast out a gentle sigh. “Well, he’s off.”

“You never stop being a parent, do you?” She shook her head. “It’s all right. And he’s going to be with his friends. I’ll bet he’ll have a blast. Now, what about you?”

Cherish placed a hoof over her mouth and giggled. Her cheerful blue eyes seemed to sparkle. “Well, if you want to take a load off, I’ll go start dinner.” Kevin pulled her into his arms and nearly swept her off her hooves. “Whoa!” She gasped.

“Uh-uh,” Kevin replied, giving her a hug. “I just got here, Button just left, and you were doing laundry. You’ve earned a break.”

Her face softened and her eyes fell partially shut. “Well, if you insist. But what did you have in mind?”

Kevin smiled, brushing back a stray lock of his muddy brown hair. He stared at her with his pale blue eyes and then glanced over at the sofa. “How about we just lay back and cuddle. You could tell me about your day.”

She placed a hoof over his hand and blushed. “All right and then you can tell me about your day too.”

Kevin nodded as he gave her a tender squeeze. “Of course.”

Cherish smiled as they made their way over to the couch. Kevin sat down and slipped his shoes off, setting them beside the coffee table. He then laid back and let his head and back sink into the large throw pillows. He smiled as his mare joined him, laying partially on top of him. She rested her head on his shoulder and swept her hoof along the fabric of his dark gray sweatshirt.

“So, how was your day?” Kevin asked, reaching up to lightly fondle her silky and neatly kept mane.

Cherish Heart cooed softly, in a tone that was almost silent. “Well, after Button went to school, I went to work at Pepper’s Produce. Can you believe it? They cut my hours again. I only did four hours today. So, that’s why I was doing some laundry and tidying up.”

He sighed still running his fingers through her mane. “So they cut your hours again?”

She nodded, moving a little closer to him. “Yes. If it weren’t for you being so kind and chipping in money, I don’t know how we’d make ends meet.” Cherish Heart whimpered a little. “What’s left of the money we got after Button’s father passed away in that on the job construction accident is almost gone. The cost of the house and groceries…and other stuff.” She sighed heavily as her words became a jumble.

“Shh.” Kevin placed his arms around her, sensing her growing anxiety. “It’s all right. We’ve been together for over three months now, heck, it won’t be long till it’s four. I’m not planning on going anywhere. If you run into trouble, I can help you out.”

Cherish closed her eyes. “But you shouldn’t have to.”

“Hey, hey.” He cupped her chin and gazed deep into her eyes right as she opened them. “I want to.”

She smiled. “Thank you. Kevin, you’re such a sweetheart.” She gave him a hug and brushed her cheek against his.

“You’re welcome.” He hugged her back and sighed, “Ahh, Cherish. Tonight is going to be great, now that we have some real alone time we can spend together. I’ve been looking forward to it all week.” He nuzzled her back, relishing the sweep of her fur against his cheek.

She sighed, “So have I.” Cherish Heart slid over so that she was now on top of Kevin. She contently whipped her tail, resting her hooves on his broad but rounded shoulders. She gave him affectionate eyes and leaned up, locking him into a passionate kiss. “Mmm,” she moaned softly, hoping her caring gesture conveyed her unending gratitude.

Kevin wrapped his arms around her neck and pressed his lips against hers, moaning pleasantly, sharing her affections. He hoped his embrace and kiss expressed his sincerity.

Their lips wrestled tenderly for a few seconds more before parting. A rosy glow encompassed her cheeks as she brushed her hoof against the stubble on his face. “That was great.”

“It was.” He resumed fondling her hair, this time the side that she kept secured with a red hair tie. “Your mane looks so lovely.” Kevin just ran his fingers along her tresses, occasionally picking up the small ponytail at the point where her mane was tied and lifted it up and then let it fall along his chest, then he’d repeat the process as he kept his eyes on her.

“I’m glad you think so.” She closed her eyes and took a few minutes to savor the calming sensation his playing with her mane always brought. Cherish sighed, then she glanced over at the nearby clock. “Well, would you let me make you dinner now?” Cherish giggled. “Unless you’d rather start with dessert.”

Kevin turned his hand and grazed it along her velvety cheek. “That would be wonderful, but, I’m happy to wait till later, especially if you are.”

Cherish smiled and kissed him again. “I am. How would you like some spaghetti?”

His face lit up. “I’d love it. That’s one of my favorites. Oh and can you make your sauce with mushrooms?”

She rubbed her nose against his and chuckled. “Of course. I still have some fresh mushrooms in the fridge.” Cherish Heart sighed as she went to pull back and said, “I only wish I didn’t have to leave you.” She ran her hooves across his chest and laid her head on him. “Mmm, you’re so warm and it’s just a little nippy tonight.”

Kevin placed his arms around her and held her tight. “Well, what if I helped you? I think if we get moving we’ll warm up and if you’re still cold, I can hold you while things simmer.” He smiled, rocking her in his arms.

“All right. You know I love it when you help me in the kitchen.”

He nodded. “Yep, because like me, you love it when we cook together.”

A slight look of concern crossed her face as he let her go. “Oh, are you sure you aren’t too tired from work?”

Kevin shook his head. “Nope. It was an easy day. And I really want to spend time with you.”

She hugged him again and then the two of them got up and went into the kitchen. Cherish Heart got to work gathering the ingredients they needed, while he collected the utensils, pot and saucepan required. As she got the last of the things from the fridge, she glanced back. “Uh, I hope it’s okay that I don’t have any meat for the sauce, well to put in some of the sauce for you.”

He shook his head and replied, “That’s okay. Since we’re eating together, it’ll be better if there isn’t any meat. Besides.” Kevin patted his protruding belly. “I could stand to do without a little meat. And it’s not like I won’t have a chance to eat any again. I still think it’s awesome that I’ve found grocers in town that are selling meat.”

Cherish smiled as she set the pan on the stove and poured in a little olive oil, then spread it around with a small piece of paper towel. “Well, originally it was to help with visiting griffons, to make them feel more at home as many of them do eat meat. It was an added bonus when we ponies learned it could help you humans as well.”

Kevin smiled as he got the cutting board and grabbed an onion. “Yeah, I know I was happy when I found out.”

“Oh, did you want me to get that?” Cherish asked reaching in his direction.

“Nah, I’m good,” Kevin replied, setting the cutting board on the big green table.

She walked up to him. “You know, aside from all the help you’re giving me.” Cherish gave him a sultry look and ran her hoof over his stocky belly. “I could help you tone up.”

He smiled, placing his arm around her. “I’d like that. And aside from what you’re suggesting. We could also go for walks.”

The saucy look left her face and hopeful eyes took their place. “You mean it?”

“I do. Like I’ve been telling you, there are so many things I’d like us to do together. Oh,” he walked over to the window. “Rats! I was sidetracked earlier. Button was really excited about tonight. But, you should have seen the sunset a little while ago.”

“I’m sure it was one of Celestia’s best.” Cherish mused, stirring some finely chopped garlic into the pan.

“It was.” Kevin tossed the onion peels and sliced the vegetable in two, then began cutting and chopping it.

“Well, there is always tomorrow.” She smiled warmly and closed her eyes briefly.

“You’re right.” He lifted the small cutting board, which was now full of chopped onions. “Here’s the onion.”

“Great.” She smiled. “You can scrape them into the pan.”

Kevin happily did as she instructed. The onions joined the garlic and began to sizzle in the light coating of olive oil and melting butter, which she had just added. “Okay, good, just about ready to add the mushrooms. They can all cook together, and then I’ll add the sauce.” Cherish glanced over at the large silver pot. “Would you be a dear and fill that with water, so we can get it boiling for the pasta?”

“As you wish, my lady.” Kevin smiled politely and walked the kettle over to the sink. He started filling it with water and looked over watching her stir the onions and garlic. It made his heart feel warm and airy as she sweetly added the mushrooms. She turned back and saw him staring and lightly blushed. Even though they’d been together for a while, the thrill of their growing love made them as giddy as two teenagers, even though they’d both been out of their teens for a good while.

After the pot was nearly full, Kevin took it back to the stove and waited till she lit the burner to set it down. “Thank you.” She smiled and resumed stirring the sizzling vegetables as they started to brown in the butter.

“Cherish,” Kevin spoke softly, placing his hand on her back.

She stopped her stirring and knew he was standing close, so she leaned over and nuzzled against him. “Kevin.” Cherish leaned against him for nearly a minute when she noticed the contents of her frying pan began to hiss. “Oh, I’d better keep these going.” She giggled.

“Sorry, I couldn’t resist. I know I’m here practically every day. But even so, I missed you.”

She sighed happily as she set the large wooden spoon down. Cherish pulled the jar of sauce over and turned her head towards Kevin. “It makes me happy to hear you say that. I’m always glad when you’re around. And you’re so good with Button. When you first started coming over.” She turned and poured the rather thick tomato sauce into the pan. “I wasn’t sure he’d like that you and I were together. I mean he seemed all right with you after we met, but.”

Kevin added a dash of salt and some olive oil to the water in the pot as it slowly began to pop up tiny bubbles. He used a slotted spoon and stirred the heating liquid. “Yeah. I had my doubts as well. Though, I suppose it helped that I enjoyed his board games and had some background with video games, even thought it was a while since I played them back on Earth.” He grinned.

Cherish added some oregano, basil and a hint of salt to the sauce as she started to stir it. “That was a plus. I’m just relieved you can help me run interference. I’m not as young as I used to be and raising him on my own for the past two years hasn’t been easy. That and the games are a lot different then when I was a filly.” She sighed dropping her forelegs at her sides, leaning back against the fridge. “I just couldn’t keep up.”

“Well, tonight, you can enjoy some time to kick back and relax. Button won’t be home till probably…they said around noon tomorrow, right?”

“Yes.” She leaned against Kevin and wrapped her hooves around him. Then she looked up at him, while resting her head on his chest. “Tonight’s going to be so nice.”

The sauce started to spit. “Uh-oh, we forgot to cover the pan.” Kevin reached over and grabbed the lid, topping the sauce before it could erupt any further and coat the stove or counter top with its seasoned lava.

Cherish looked up at him dreamily. She was so glad he had her back. “Hmm,” she sighed, letting go of him and returning to her sauce.

Kevin watched her walk back over to the bubbling pan. Her slender but nicely toned legs flattered her curvy flank and the way her tail fell along them, secured with that red hair tie made him sigh with anticipation for later. Shaking his head, he freed himself from the snare of his trance and saw that the water was nearly up to a rolling boil. He grabbed some spaghetti and dropped it into the steaming pot. He chuckled and turned to her. “It’s like they say, “A watched pot never boils”.”

Cherish share his laugh and stirred the sauce again. “It’s so true.” As she watched him stir the long noodles, she couldn’t help but take a lengthy look at him. She giggled, as she knew he had probably just done the same to her. Anytime someone would check her out; Cherish always felt a warm rush up her back, and having just felt that, she suspected his eyes had just given her a good scanning.

She started her gaze at his head, with its mostly tame hair, and his eyes that seemed less dull when she was with him. Her own smile grew as she caught sight of his, then following his neck, she noticed his stockier chest and gut, but somehow, a little extra meat on her stallions, or in Kevin’s case with him being a human, it really appealed to her. Maybe it was because Kevin was so good at cuddling. Her eyes reached his waist and the grip his jeans had on him left plenty to her imagination. Her cheeks became warm as she fantasized about lowering his zipper and unbuttoning his pants.

Cherish shook her head as she stopped her daydream, and she just smiled as she saw his strong legs holding him upright, like pillars in the grand hall of Canterlot Castle. She liked that he was tall but not too tall compared to some humans she’d seen in passing. Cherish turned to check the sauce and took a deep breath. “Mmm.” The scent of tomatoes blending harmoniously with the garlic, onions, mushrooms and other spices made her mouth water.

She lightly startled as Kevin hauled the pot back over to the sink, where he had remembered to place the colander. He took care of draining the pasta, making sure the hot pads stayed secured around it so he wouldn’t get burned. Cherish Heart turned the heat off the sauce. “I guess things are just about ready.”

“Yep.” Kevin returned with the piping hot spaghetti noodles. He set them on the stove. “I’ll go set the table.”

“Okay, sweetie, did you want any salad, I think there’s still some in there from the other night.”

“Either way, my dear.” He smiled as he took care of setting the table.

* * * * * *

Kevin sat back in his chair and let out a rumbly belch. “Oops. Excuse me.” He snickered covering his mouth.

Cherish Heart shook her head. “That’s all right. You know, I love how you told me that on your world it once was revered as a compliment to the cook.”

He nodded. “It was, and you’re a wonderful cook.”

Cherish sighed, brushing her hind leg along one of his legs from under the table. “Yes, well, I have a great helper.”

Kevin laughed as he reached for her hoof, clasping it in his hand. “That was fun, making dinner. I’m so glad my mother taught me how to cook back in the day.”

“So am I. She certainly taught you well. Mmm, and I always appreciate the help.” Cherish smiled again and placed her other hoof on top of his hand.

He sighed, sitting back and stretching his arms. “Well, we should think about putting the leftovers away.”

“Yeah. Oh, did you want any of that cake for dessert, or are you kinda full too?” She asked rising from her seat.

Kevin patted his stomach. “Yeah, I’m good. Besides, I don’t want to feel stuffed, especially for later on.”

“Same here.”

He stood up and pushed in his chair, then turned to follow her. Kevin couldn’t help but stare as Cherish sashayed back over to the stove, flipping her tail back and forth. Her tail’s motions allowed him to catch easy glimpses of her marehood, her perfectly curvy marehood. He shivered as followed her, and then got a clever idea.

Kevin made his way beside her. “Are you waving your tail around like that on purpose again?” He chuckled.

“Maybe.” She turned back, a silly grin on her face. “And don’t tell me you didn’t enjoy the scenery?” Cherish giggled playfully.

He shared her smile. “Oh, you know I did. But, what’s this? You’ve got a tickle bug on you!” Kevin reached around both sides of her barrel and started tickling her. “Who’s ticklish?” He laughed.

Cherish Heart started giggling and quickly broke out into full laughter. “No, don’t tickle me. That’s not fair.” She alternated raising her legs as Kevin continued tickling her, until her eyes widen. “Ahh, stop!” She broke free of his arms and stood just out of his reach. “Phew. I know you like to be spontaneous at times, but a little warning would be nice when you’re going to do that?”

“Huh?” Kevin looked at her funny.

“It’s not really bad, but I might have risked peeing myself if you had gotten too carried away.” She sighed again, brushing a hoof along the back of her head.

“Oops, my bad, but I did say, “Who’s ticklish”. I guess I’m just a really bad boy.” He grinned, slowly stepping away from her.

She kept her eyes on him as he backed away, pretending to give him dirty looks. “Oh, you know you are, and it’s payback time!” Cherish chuckled, hunkering down like a lion ready to pounce. She swished her tail and lunged at him. “I’m going to get you!”

Kevin turned and ran for the living room as Cherish chased after him. He looked back at her. “You won’t catch me!”

She continued laughing as she closed in on him. Kevin turned the corner of the sofa a little shaky and she went right around after him. Cherish tackled him and they crashed into the recliner, which from their combined weight caused it to kick out. They both shook as they came to rest on the plush piece of furniture. Kevin lay there on his back, looking up at her. Cherish wore a triumphant smile as she rubbed her nose to his. “Ha, I got you!”

“Okay,” he replied, a little short of breath, “You got me.” Then he grinned playfully. “What are you going to do with me?”

Cherish gazed at him half-lidded. “Why, give you what you deserve.” She pulled back and ran her hoof across his chest. Her cheeks turned a little red and a seductive smile curled up on her lips. She ran her hoof down over his belly and stopped it at the zipper of his jeans. Gripping the end, she slowly unzipped him, then carefully undid the button. Cherish flicked her tail as she slid her hoof into his stretchy white underwear. She grazed his sleeping manhood, sending a jolt of lightning up Kevin’s back. He twitched unexpectedly, which made his masculinity rise to attention.

His mare’s seductive smile grew as she began rubbing him. Kevin was glad he was lying back as Cherish’s affectionate touch set his body ablaze. As his pleasure grew, her wondrous ministrations left him eager to respond.

She giggled again as she continued stroking him. “How’s that?”

“Uhh, Cherish…” he gasped fondly. He noticed she was focused on him as he reached back past her cutie mark. He placed his hand on her rump and slid his hand under her tail, where he caressed the folds of her crescent.

“Oooh,” she sighed and then she moaned gingerly. “Kevin…mmm, you and those fingers.” She fought to keep herself above him and to keep her hoof going. “Yes…that’s so good.” Cherish let her head drift back as he fondled her button.

Kevin’s fingers moved on and breached her entrance, lightly caressing her within. She trembled as he kept touching her, though as much as he wanted to continue, Kevin knew this wasn’t quite what they had in mind for tonight, at least not right now. “Ch-Cherish, stop. We shouldn’t do this now. Oh man, but it feels so good.”

She moaned again, slowing her foreleg. “You’re right. This is good. Maybe we should do a quickie, then we could always go to the bedroom for an encore later on?” Cherish looked him in the eyes, the rosy color still on her cheeks. “Well?”

“It has been a while.” He looked up at the ceiling to think. “At least three, maybe f…”

“Too long,” Cherish interrupted, kissing him deeply on the lips.

Kevin wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close.

Their kiss ended and she sighed, batting her eyes at him. “I’m amazed at your restraint.”

He brushed his fingers through her mane. “Well, I’d love to take you right here, but part of me wants…oh, I don’t know.”

She chuckled at him. “I’ll let you in on a little secret.” Cherish leaned down, the scent of her floral perfume filled his nose from how close she was, as she whispered in his ear, “You aren’t alone.”

Kevin shivered violently. “Oh, hahh. I both love and hate it when you do that.”

She giggled again. “I know.” Then she sighed. “I’m a little unsure too, but would it be so bad if we…”

“If we made love on the recliner and then again later tonight in bed?

She nodded and said, “Yes. I was going to make this a little preview.” Cherish closed her eyes and whimpered. “But even though you aren’t touching me at the moment. Ahh, I can still feel your fingers. Oh, your fingers, dancing all over me.”

He laughed from the giddiness being with her brought. “Yeah, and I can still feel your touch…mmm of your hoof, and your lips…your loving lips.”

She stared at him with her bedroom eyes. “Well then?”

“Yeah, I’m sure the leftovers will keep.”

“They will. Hmmm.” Cherish kissed him again. “I know we’ve only just started saying this, but… I love you, Kevin.”

He brushed her cheek with his hand. “I love you, Cherish.” Kevin sighed. “Come here.” He placed his arms around her and pulled her close.

“Oh,” she mumbled, squealing happily as she placed her hooves on his shoulders and cuddled with him.

Kevin nuzzled her cheek, then her mane and ran his hands all over her back and barrel, letting them travel to her baby bottle and pink heart cutie mark on each flank.

She rubbed her cheek against his deftly and blew into his ear. “I guess this means, we’re not…Kevin.” Her words collapsed for a moment as she felts his fingers along her moistening folds.

He turned the tides, breathing in her ear and whispering, “Yes, anything for my lady.”

Cherish shivered with glee. She just loved it when Kevin acted all chivalrous and devoted to her. This time, she plowed her lips into his, running her tongue along his lips. Her tongue quickly found its partner as they shared a deeper more passionate kiss.

They moaned and sighed for each other, while Kevin lowered his underwear in the front. He then placed his hands on her flanks and coaxed her into position. Cherish whimpered with desire as she felt the tip of his spire brush against her slit. She tilted her head back and closed her eyes as he entered her, pushing in with just the right amount of force and gentleness. “Kevin.” She sighed contently, gripping her forelegs onto his shoulders. She opened her eyes and saw his loving face smiling back at her. Cherish couldn’t help but smile as she brushed the light skin of his cheek.

Kevin ran his hand along her mane. “You’re so lovely, Cherish. Especially your eyes.”

Her blush deepened, then she leaned front to kiss him. “And you’re my handsome human.” She mused with a lighthearted giggle.

He placed his hands on her cutie marks. “Oh, did you want to stay on top?”

She closed her eyes and nodded. “Yes.”

“All right.” He chuckled, still stroking her mane, as he reclined them back a little further in the chair.

Cherish kissed him again, and gave him a seductive look as she gave his manhood a firm squeeze from her hungry walls. Kevin gasped and gripped her sides as she started bucking her hips on him, gradually adding speed. She giggled from his reaction. “I see you liked that.”

“Oh…yes.” Kevin smiled up at her as he kept his hands on her flanks and moved them in sync with her motions. She smiled and gave him another kiss, then added even more speed. Cherish started to moan as she tilted her head back, while Kevin’s head sank into the plush backing of the green recliner. He sighed from the nearly indescribable pleasure their union was bringing them.

The chair creaked, while his loins tingled as she continued moving on him. Kevin gave her a loving look as he continued guiding her fluid movements. Cherish seemed so angelic as she rolled up and down on him. Her hair gently fluttered along her neck and Kevin felt nearly faint as her beautiful eyes stared back into his, just as lovingly. She moaned sharply as he started thrusting up in time with her downward movements. Cherish gripped him affectionately both inside and out as they continued driving each other wild.

Minutes passed, and Cherish’s soothing moans and blissful sighs rang harmoniously in Kevin’s ears. He loved the sound of her voice, and whenever they made love, he savored every squeak and whimper she made, burning them into his memory. Cherish managed to open her eyes and look down at him, in between quakes of passion. She kept her hooves locked onto his shoulders, welcoming every loving noise Kevin made. She leaned down, planting a tender kiss on his lips, elated beyond words.

Kevin’s body was almost ablaze with heat, as he closed his eyes and noticed his heart beating faster and his breath quicken. He managed to open his eyes and see his beloved staring back at him. Cherish’s breathing hastened and she began moaning a little louder, just before her body started to shake. “Kevin,” she moaned, crying out with desire.

Her single utterance of his name was all Kevin needed to hear. He added even more strength to his arms as he helped guide her to the brink of ecstasy. “Cherish,” he called out in a shivered moan. She let out a wondrous series of moans, digging her hooves into his shoulders as her body trembled. Kevin felt a strong spurt against his manhood as she cried out his name again. He broke on the spot, erupting in her repeatedly with unrivaled elation. He placed his arms around her back, gripping her tighter and pulling her as close as he could, singing her name as his body joined hers in the ravages of bliss. Cherish wrapped her forelegs around Kevin’s shoulders and laid there with him as they both huffed for breath.

A short time passed and Kevin looked up at her, his eyes still teeming with love as he ran his fingers through her mane. “Cherish.”

She chuckled sweetly and closed her eyes. “Kevin.” Cherish sighed, rubbing her cheek along his. “Mmm, that was so good.”

“Oh yeah, I can’t find the words.” He chuckled, then he gasped. “Cherish.”

She giggled playfully, giving his mast a few more squeezes, nuzzling him just a little more. “I knew you’d like that.”

He nuzzled her back, while his fingers continued to caress her mane. “Always.”

They continued laying there, their breathing had calmed, and her eyes mirrored his own affections. “Thank you, Kevin.”

“Eh?” He blinked at her. “For anything in particular…well other than the obvious?”

She nodded. “Well, yes. I love that you give me the choice of being on top. I know we only started really making love about a month ago,” Cherish mused, “But it’s so nice having someone that likes to spice things up.”

“Yeah,” he replied, still stroking her brown locks.

“Uh-huh. I loved my husband. Don’t get me wrong, but, he almost never gave me the choice of being on top and didn’t seem to enjoy it either.”

Kevin smiled at her thoughtfully. “Well, I’m happy to give you that choice. I can’t speak for him, even if I wanted to. But, I love having you on top.” He chuckled. “But I know you also enjoy it when I’m on top.”

Cherish blushed. “I do.” She giggled.

He patted her cheek gingerly. “You’re so cute when you blush. I could just lay back like this with you, forever.”

“So could I.” She let out a quiet yawn.

“Do you need a little nap?”

She shook her head. “Nah. Besides, I won’t be able to sleep. Not with the leftovers and dishes still waiting on me.”

“Us,” Kevin replied. “I’ll help you clean up.”

“That’d be wonderful.” She kissed him again.

He chuckled, then gave her another devoted look. “Can you believe it’s been four days since we last had a chance to do this?”

Cherish smiled and gave him a loving peck on the lips. “I know, that’s why I said, “Too long,” earlier.”

“Well, I guess we should head to the kitchen.” He combed his fingers through her mane again.

She nodded affirmatively. “We should. But hey, it’s not like we’re out of time yet.”

Kevin nodded as he sat them both up and swung the front of the recliner down. Cherish got off of him and rose to her hooves. He stood up beside her, fixed his underwear and secured his pants.

She walked closely to him as they returned to the kitchen. Cherish worked on putting the left over pasta and sauce away, while Kevin prepped the sink for the dirty dishes. As he watched the sink fill with hot sudsy water, he chuckled at how the clean up didn’t go so well earlier.

Cherish finished putting the food away and walked back over to him. “A bit for your thoughts.”

Kevin started loading the dirty dishes into the sink. “I was just thinking how my little gesture got things so carried away.”

“Yes well, it’s all right. In fact, I enjoyed it.”

Kevin blinked, then started cleaning the plates. “Even the part where I tickled you?”

She giggled. “Yes, that part too. I wasn’t as bad off as I pretended.” Cherish Heart sighed. “I just know that I can have fun with you and be myself. And I almost felt like a filly when I started chasing you.”

He laughed through his smile as he rinsed off the last plate and put it over in the draining rack. “I really enjoyed that too. I always have a good time when we’re together.”

“Always?” She questioned.

Kevin nodded. “Well yeah, even when Button is around.”

Cherish gave him a puzzled look. “Seriously?”

“Uh-huh. I still get to be with you.”

She smiled as she started drying the dishes he put into the draining rack. “Kevin,” Cherish replied, almost at a loss for words.

“Oh,” Kevin began, “How would you like to go to Sugar Cube Corner for dessert?”

“That’d be nice, but.” She looked at him.

“I know you said there’s still some cake left, but why don’t we save that for when Button comes back.”

She chuckled and gave a nod. “Okay. You twisted my hoof.”

“We’ll just finish the last of these dishes and then head out.”

“Sounds good to me.” Cherish smiled again. “I see you were serious about going for walks.”

“You know it. Besides, it’s only going on seven. They’ll still be open.” He remarked, scrubbing out the saucepan.

The two of them finished up with the dishes and then went back to the living room. After putting on their jackets, Kevin opened the front door and after Cherish walked out, he shut and locked it behind them as they started out for Sugar Cube Corner.

Author's Note

I hope you all enjoyed this first chapter of the story. There is much more to come and that's considering this was only going to be a one shot originally. Currently, I have the next two chapters drafted, they are each awaiting editing. Plus, I have two more chapters fully outlined and a third almost completely outlined.

I'm not entirely sure why, but since I started writing about Cherish Heart, Button's Mom, I've just felt so inspired again. I haven't had a story make me feel so focused or flow so easily in a very long time. So, I'm going to roll with my inspiration. And keep in mind as I've started work on this project, I've taken to heart comments I've read from other writer's stories and even those I've received on my own. I know that feedback has helped me improve tremendously, and will help me continue to improve in the future.