World Theatre Day

Ah the Theatre – haven’t seen you in a while!!

So a snippet that is from my list!! WOHOO!!

Paula – finally Nathan/Katsumoto

Katsumoto stepped into their suite, pausing at the doorway admiring his Mate.

This was a vacation for the two of them, one they desperately needed.  The negotiations he had to go through with his Hunters had been insane, but he had won … sort of.

He agreed to go to Tokyo not Sydney like he had wanted, but he got two weeks out of them instead of the original one.  They kept their distance, let him have time with his Mate without worry or stress of dealing with the Clan, Politics or any other crisis that would come up.

He was enjoying the fact that in a modern age he could walk with his Mate, be a tourist, sneak a kiss or soft moment, and only get glared at instead of hunted down and killed.   He enjoyed being more open with his Mate, but at times he could see Nathan’s nervousness.   What happened during the war was never going to fully go away, but it had eased over decades.  But, this vacation was about relaxing, spending time with each other, not dealing with overly protective Dragons and Hunters.

“What are you staring at?”  Nathan looked at him through the mirror as he fixed the bowtie on the tuxedo.  His hair loose styled slightly, mostly he wore it back in a ponytail.   He looked hot, and Katsumoto was proud to have him on his arm.  

“You.” 

“Seriously.”  Nathan turned around giving him an incredulous look.  “Did we step into a Hallmark movie?”

“I blame Dan for introducing those too Mushu, and who ever gave the Dragon access to a tablet with voice command!”  Katsumoto grinned at Nathan’s laughter.  “You laugh, but I caught him watch porn.”  The laughter got worse, but it made his heart beat faster, it was so good to see his Mate so relaxed.  “You look very handsome tonight.”

“Well someone is taking me to the theatre.”  Nathan smiled as he made his way over to his Mate, slipping into his arms.  “I can’t remember the last time we had a night out, let alone a week without the children.”

“That’s our Clan you’re talking about.”  He kissed his softly, pulled back before the tux ended up on the floor.  

“I was referring to Mushu.”  Nathan gave him a quick kiss, then stepped around him.  “By the way you clean up nice.”  He gave him a wink, but his expression was a promise for later.  

As they made their way through the lobby to the waiting car, Katsumoto ignored the appreciative looks his Mate was getting.  He also had to stop his instinct to pull him close, staking his claim.   He normally wasn’t this possessive, but seeing his Mate relaxed and enjoying himself, looking young and carefree … he would do anything to keep that.  They slid into the waiting SUV, it was driven by a Chosen One, compromise he made or he would’ve ended up with Wales.

“I have a surprise for you after the show.”  Katsumoto reached out and took Nathan’s hand.

“What is it?”  He asked squeezing his Mate’s hand, this time not letting go, he could almost feel the happy dance Katsumoto was doing internally.   

He wasn’t used to open affection, his family never showed it, and after he Mated with Katsumoto he slipped into a particular role that most never understood.  He stayed more aloof, as so many of Katsumoto’s connection at the time did not appreciate a Westerner in Japanese business.   Many had not liked the fact such a powerful man like Katsumoto had a male Mate, so it eased many of their perceptions when Nathan took the role of a woman, they also forgot he spoke Japanese and a half dozen other languages.  It was amazing how they complimented and insulted him all at the same time.    They were also shocked on how Katsumoto out maneuvered them during negotiations, not like he had inside information or anything.

After the war it had taken years for him to accept the simplest of touches.  

As time has gone on, he’s relaxed more and doesn’t mind his Mate’s tendency to show public affection.   He’s even taken to reaching out on occasions.   

“If I told you it wouldn’t be a surprise.”  He gave his Mate a pointed look, trying to not to fall for the kicked puppy look.   

Nathan rolled his eyes.  “Keep your secrets!”  

It wasn’t long before they pulled up to the theatre.  The driver opened the door Katsumoto let go and stepped out, standing to the side to wait for his Mate.   He watched other patrons making their way up the stairs, everyone dressed in their finest.  He startled slightly, when Nathan took his hand.   He glanced at his Mate, making sure he was good.  “Don’t want to be late.”

Katsumoto gave him a blinding smile, and tried not to skip in joy.  Nathan’s laughter next to him, meant he wasn’t fooling anyone.   

As they settled into their box seat, he realized no one hassled them.   He actually looked around to see if Wales had left any bodies nearby, but if the Hunter was around he was holding to his word not to be seen.  “Thank You.”

“I have to stop being afraid if someone sees us together they’ll drag me away.”  Nathan looked down.  “It’s been eighty years and I’m still dealing with this shit.  It’s tiring at times.  I just want to be out with Mate, and not care what others think.”

Katsumoto reached over and took his hand, holding it tight.  “I will never truly know what you went through.  And I know it will not always be easy.  We are in the 21st Century and there are moments when I’m not sure we’re being hassled because you’re American or we’re two men.”

“Both.”  Nathan leaned against him, settling into their seats.  “I’m enjoying our vacation.  I needed it, you needed, hell we needed it.  And if you don’t take me to Disney I’m making you sleep on the couch.”

Katsumoto laughed openly, only to get shushed by those in the box next to them.  “It’s a good thing I got tickets for the upcoming Tuesday.”

“I love you.”  He leaned over and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek, then settled into his chair, still holding his Mate’s hand as the curtains rose.  “By the way did you pick World Theatre Day on purpose?”

“The what?” Katsumoto looked over at his Mate confused only for them to get shushed again, making both of them snicker.