Scent Seduction: Christmas Creations
Better late then never as I always say. As promised I have returned with more installments of Scent Seduction for you all to enjoy. Merry Belated Christmas everyone!
Scent Seduction:
Christmas Creations
"I swear you will like her Jenda," huffed the tightly bundled lioness, her words freezing before her in the winter air.
"The only question is, will she like me," Jenda pondered aloud as she trudged behind Kara following her foot prints in the snow.
Hiking half way up a snow-covered mountain after a 18-hour train ride wasn't what Jenda had in mind when Kara had made plans to visit her grandmother. Having only ever seen snow twice in her life Jenda couldn't imagine being raised in such a place. From what she had been told by Kara it was hard to find a more beautiful location for a home. Winding their way through the snow laden pines they finally came to a clearing after several hours of walking.
"It's just around that bend," Kara shivered pointing to the rocky outcrop ahead.
Rolling her shoulders to relieve her back from the weight of her pack Jenda picked up speed. Though bundled up head to toe she couldn't stand being cold, and she wasn't about to make it last any longer. Following Kara so closely she began stepping on her boots Jenda found herself nudging the lioness to move faster.
Stopping in her tracks when she caught sight of the cabin Jenda stood with her mouth agape. She'd known Kara's grandmother was wealthy, but she hadn't realized just how wealthy until that moment. Perched upon a massive plateau was Kara's grandmother's mansion of a log cabin.
Suddenly Jerked forward Jenda was startled by the pull at her jacket. Having spotted her grandmother waiting on the front deck, the lioness had taken off in a dead run, dragging the helpless skunk behind her. Sliding to a stop after Kara had let go Jenda walked the rest of the way to the steps trying to catch her breath.
"Gran Gran," Kara shouted joyfully latching onto the only mother she'd ever known. "I missed you so much!"
"It's been far too long my dear," sobbed Mrs. Dresdan through a fountain of tears.
"Gran Gran, I want you to meet someone very special," Kara stated turning to the skunk. "This is my girlfriend Jenda."
"So you're the one who has been keeping my baby from me," growled the slightly graying lioness.
Completely mortified Jenda felt as though she was about to cry. What she has feared most about the trip was unfolding before her eyes. Trying to speak Jenda stammered wordlessly lost in the stern gaze cast upon her. Just as the sting of tears reached her eyes, she blinked them back when the lioness began to chuckle. Unsure of what to think she became even more confused as she received a hug just as loving as Kara had.
"Jenda please forgive my grandmother, but she has never been good about introductions."
"Oh come now, there is no harm in having a little fun," Mrs. Dresdan snickered opening the door for them. "Now lets get you inside before you freeze."
Inside the cabin was even more stunning with a grand entry way unlike anything Jenda had ever seen before. The cabin just seemed to branch out from there in all directions. Following Kara up a flight of stairs and down another at the end of a hallway Jenda realized that it was built into the terrain.
After changing out of their wet winter gear they joined Mrs. Dresdan around the fire place in the main room. Treated to warm blankets and hot cocoa the two snuggled quietly across from Kara's grandmother. Having learned much about her Jenda tried to keep from getting too close with Kara. Though Mrs. Dresdan had long ago accepted that Kara was a lesbian she still wasn't too crazy about it.
"You know I've only heard from you twice since the summer," stated the glaring lioness. "That's counting the birthday card you sent me."
Finding it nearly impossible to tell the difference between animosity and playful banter Jenda opted for silence. It turned out silent was the last thing Mrs. Dresdan was going to let Jenda be. As the conversation between the two felines shifted toward their relationship Jenda knew it was only a matter of time before the inquisition began.
"So how long have you been seeing my granddaughter?"
"A year and a half," Jenda replied timidly.
"Exactly how old are you," she asked barely giving her time to answer the first question.
"She's 19 Gran, going on 20," Kara interrupted giving her an annoyed look.
"It was only a question," proclaimed Mrs. Dresdan wearing an overly innocent smile.
Putting up with a battery of questions late into the evening Jenda held Kara's hand under the blanket. When it seemed that she had run out of things to throw at them Mrs. Dresdan stretched, and let out a very put on yawn. After clearing their mugs the old lioness hugged her granddaughter again, and wished them both pleasant dreams.
"I had Anton bring the packages you sent ahead of you to your house. It's connected to the cabin now, so you don't have to worry about going back out in the snow."
"Your house," Jenda repeated staring at Kara with a puzzled look.
"Yes, it's all squared away for the two of you," Mrs. Dresdan stated happily. "And Kara if you have to do whatever it is you ladies do, please remember you are over the stables. So try not to frighten the animals."
Hurrying off in embarrassment Kara charged down a long corridor leading away from the room they had changed in. Seated above the family stable was an even more elaborately crafted two story house. Though Kara claimed it to be nothing more then a loft Jenda couldn't help but be impressed.
"How come you never told me you had your own place here," Jenda inquired curiously as she climbed a ladder to the second floor.
"It's a long story babe," Kara whispered through a deep sigh.
Clearly one she'd rather avoid, Jenda decided it best not to try and force the subject. Though Kara didn't say it aloud, the Skunk could tell by the look on her face that it had to do with her parents. All she would say was that her parents died in a car accident, and never said anything more about it. Jenda had since learned it was best to avoid the subject all together.
"So who is Anton," the skunk asked in an attempt to ease the pained look upon Kara's face.
"My Gran's housekeeper slash fuck buddy, one of them anyway," stated the lioness covering her laugh.
After Mr. Dresdan had died of a heart attack when Kara was two Mrs. Dresdan had taken to hiring male house staff. Anton however had been around the longest, and was indirectly responsible for Kara becoming a lesbian. When Kara was eleven Anton's niece had spent the summer at the cabin, and Kara had developed a massive crush. After that summer she could no longer see any appeal in the opposite sex.
"I mean it wasn't like I didn't try to like guys again," Kara admitted with as shrug. "I blew Johnny Nemawitz in the 8th grade, and it did absolutely nothing for me. Now his sister on the other hand was a whole other story."
Thinking back to before the incident in high school Jenda for the life of her couldn't figure out what she ever saw in boys. She had been cheated on by both of her boyfriends and had never really felt committed to either of them anyways. Maybe the fire hadn't changed her, but only brought something out of her that was already there.
"I really should write Eric Strubb a thank you letter," Jenda giggled. "What kind of muffins say thank you for being an arsonist?"
"Banana Nut," Kara suggested with a smile.
"I knew I should have left my hair white," Jenda muttered with a frown. "Your Grandmother must think I am such a child."
"It's fine Jenda," giggled the lioness. "You look-
"You make that "good enough to eat" joke again and you won't be eating me till I get it dyed again."
"But... But... But candy canes are my favorite," Kara whined running a playful finger through Jenda's exposed candy cane striped pubic patch.
Rolling her eyes the skunk parted her thighs slowly to allow the lioness access. Still disapproving of her own appearance in the mirror Jenda yelped in surprise as the ferocity with which Kara had begun to tongue her with. Fearing her knees would buckle she guided the hungry lioness toward the bed. Laying back she exposed her pink center even further as she spread her legs wide. As she fondled her breasts playfully, Jenda stared down at Kara who did in fact look as though she were sucking at a candy cane.
Giving into the sensual pleasure licks, Jenda showered Kara with the candy she was really after. Sucking and lapping for some time after the skunk had climaxed Kara continued to savor every taste she took. Finding the Jenda out cold when she finally crawled up to join her on the bed Kara shook her head and drew the covers over them.
"It's a shame you can't stay through Christmas," Mrs. Dresdan repeated for the umpteenth time over coffee the next morning.
"And it's a shame you still can't accept that some might like to sleep passed six in the morning," Kara growled into her steaming mug.
"I needed you up to supervise the staff while I got to town."
Nearly punching Kara when she found out her Grandmother owned a Sno-cat Jenda fumed over it for several hours before shutting up. Had it not been for every inch of her aching from the hike she honestly wouldn't have cared.
"I can't believe you made us hike up here," Jenda snarled one last time after they finished cleaning the stables.
"The trek takes twice as long in the Cat," Kara sighed. "Let me make it up to you though."
Pressing a button in one of the cabins many off chutes Kara smiled as the floor retracted to reveal a small heated swimming pool. Stripping down to their panties Kara dove in circling around to meet Jenda at the pool's edge. Having minored in massage therapy in college, Kara always knew how to rub Jenda the right way. Starting at her feet Jenda watched as the lioness worked her way up her legs.
"If only you had two more hands," Jenda cooed happily.
"I would be able to give myself a massage at the same time," Kara laughed as she prompted Jenda into the pool.
Turning slowly in her arms Jenda rested her chest against the pool's heated stone. Sighing deeply she could feel herself melting under Kara's touch. As Kara worked her back, Jenda shivered feeling a sharp chill in the air. Standing in the doorway to the outside was a moose wearing a most perverse smile. Quickly ducking under the water Jenda left her mate completely exposed to his gaze.
"I remember when your Gran was as hard bodied," Grumbled the moose as he approached.
"I remember when you weren't a total perv Anton," Kara hissed sinking up to her neck in the water.
"Who is your little friend," Anton whispered.
"Don't even look at her," Kara shouted swinging at him as he leaned over the pool.
When the moose finally left Kara explained to Jenda how Anton had been like a father to her till she turned 18. As soon as she was legal, he started making advances toward her almost every day. Eventually it drove her from the house which Kara thought is what he had wanted in the first place.
"It's not your fault he is an ass," Jenda stated nuzzling her nose to Kara's. "And should he try anything around me I will put my scent so far up his nose he will never look at a female again."
When the door opened again Jenda was relieved and intrigued to see two females hurrying in out of the cold. Though not hidden by much Jenda realized they had gone wholly unnoticed by the now undressing raccoon and squirrel. Gawking as the pair stripped down to nothing, Jenda nudged Kara who had interrupted the show with a clearing of her throat. Covering themselves quickly in embarrassment both began apologizing frantically.
"Ma'am I am so sorry I saw the steam on the windows and assumed Anton had opened the pool for us as we had asked," insisted the raccoon trying to cover herself and redress at the same time.
"Claudia there is no need to apologize," Kara stated with a warm smile. "You two are more then welcome to join us."
After much apprehension they finally gave into the inviting warmth the pool offered them. Clearly shy about being so exposed in front of Kara they floated quietly in the pool covering their breasts even though they remained submerged. Not wanting to try to relax over the tension now filling the pool Jenda nudged the lioness again to get her talking.
"Jenda this is Claudia and Gabby. Ladies this is my girlfriend Jenda."
"Very nice to meet you," chirped the raccoon with a beaming smile as she shook Jenda's hand. "I always wondered when Kara would bring a nice young lady home."
"Maybe now we can have a couple's dinner like we always talked about," the squirrel added swooping in to hug Jenda.
Realizing that they were referring to themselves when they were speaking of a couple, Jenda cast another look of why didn't you mention this before at Kara. Hastily explaining that her Grandmother knew nothing of their relationship Kara admittedly had lived with the secret so long that she hadn't thought to share it. Though she wanted to be mad about being kept in the dark about so many things, Jenda couldn't bring herself to be with the prospects of an even more interesting week now ahead of them.
Claudia and Gabby had started working for Mrs. Dresdan when Kara was fifteen, and had been the only supportive force in her life when it came to her sexuality. They had often joked of sneaking into her house in the night and making her their slave. However nothing had come from their teasing, and when Kara moved away they had pretty much fallen out of contact. The only times Kara had been back home since leaving they had been on vacation.
"I can't believe my Gran still buys that line about you two being best friends," Kara laughed nuzzling closer to Jenda. "I mean you two have been joined at the hip since you started here, and she has never thought a thing of it."
"It's not hard to sell when we really are best friends," Gabby stated giving the raccoon a gentle kiss.
Once the group got relaxed enough in each other's company a good amount of flirting began to go around the pool. Both in their mid-thirties Claudia and Gabby clearly made it a point to keep themselves in peak physical condition. As she thought about it Jenda couldn't tell if it was added effort on their part or just the rigors of farm living that kept them in such great shape. When Claudia's firm body pressed against her for a goodbye hug Jenda knew it was going to be a very good week.
Having told the couple about a project they were going to be working on they made a date to have an evening of drinks and candle making. Candle making in itself though an innocent enough activity when combined with Jenda's special blend of scents for the candles that could change very quickly. This however was the one fact that they had failed to mention to them before they departed to finished their work.
As the room burned orange with the glow of the setting sun Jenda sat quietly while Kara toweled her off before her wet fur grew cold. When towel dry became a losing battle, they retreated to the main room of the cabin to get warm. Pushing one of the many couches in the center of the cabin closer to the circular fireplace, they nuzzled together in nothing but their towels. Fearing Anton and the other male houseworkers were lurking in the shadows Jenda began wafting her scent around the room with discrete flicks of her tail.
Retreating to Kara's loft, they dressed quickly for their company after having dozed off at the fireside. Finding the hip huggers she'd made in highschool now hugged her hips a little tighter Jenda frowned trying to make it into them. With a little extra assistance from the giggle stricken lioness she was finally able to slip the rest of the way into them.
"You haven't gained weight baby," Kara whispered kissing the skunk passionately. "Your curves are just filling out more."
"Don't humor me Kara!"
"Babe it's just part of getting older....... the best part it would seem," Kara stated running her hands along Jenda's hips. "You have the most wonderful bottom I have ever had the pleasure of squeezing. I really don't see why you are getting all dressed up, I mean we are making candles after all."
Looking at her herself in the mirror then to Kara's pajama pants and tank top Jenda realized she had overdressed. Though as she was unbuttoning her blouse she heard the knock on the door below and knew she wouldn't have time to change. Trying to imitate Kara sliding down the ladder Jenda found herself on her ass at the bottom. Rubbing her butt as she stood at Kara's side greeting the other couple at the door, she forced a smile trying to shake off the pain.
Happy to see she was not the only one over dressed for the occasion Jenda complimented Claudia as they hugged. Wearing a most revealing corset like shirt the raccoon's ample cleavage was clearly one of her proudest assets. While Kara fetched the wine, she had set outside to chill Jenda offered the others seats around the kettle they had set up earlier.
"So what exactly are we making candles for," Claudia asked sniffing at a brick of bees' wax.
"Erotic Senses is going to be our latest attempt to widen our customer base," Jenda explained throwing bricks into the kettle. "It's just a matter of seeing what scents work best."
With the wine disappearing at a steady pace and stories of romance being shared the two couples found they had a lot of common interests. As the wax melted Jenda began adding several other ingredients including her own finishing touch. Though questioned about the contents of the cum filled containers the skunk just smiled and claimed it to be aroma therapy oils.
"We went with a more expensive wax," Kara stated dropping a dark blue brick into the kettle. "It has a much better dispersal as well as a longer linger in the air."
"And you want to charge 35 dollars for a candle this big," Abby asked holding up one of the molds.
"They will be more then worth it," Jenda laughed winking at Kara.
The air in the room had become heavy with the smell of sex and wild flowers by the time they began filling the molds. Getting batch after batch on to cooling racks, Kara and Jenda took turns running the trays down to the cold of the stable. Having gone through nearly a half ton of wax in four hours Jenda could tell the mixing scents in the room were beginning to effect the others. Claudia had long since untied and loosened her shirt after claiming the heat from the wax was too much for her. Jenda would have considered this true had she not been rubbing Abby's thigh for the past hour.
"The first batch is already cooled," Kara said with a shiver returning from the stables with a lit candle in hand. "It's a cold night out I guess."
"You wouldn't know it being in here," Claudia panted pulling open the front of her shirt a little further.
"That smells amazing," Abby cooed sniffing the candle after Kara set it down on the table between them.
Sipping at her glass Jenda watched and waited for the full effect of the candle to take place. Swept up in what she had yet to realize was the effect of the candle Claudia tore open the front of her shirt leaving the restraint of her massive breast up to the skimpy undershirt she was wearing. Taken aback by her mate's sudden disrobing Abby had a look of shock and embarrassment on her face till her focus shifted to the rigid nipples pressing through the raccoon's t-shirt.
"What's got you so excited," giggled the squirrel giving one of her nipples a little pinch.
"I don't," muttered Claudia trailing off mid sentence and leaning over to kiss the once again shocked but pleased squirrel.
Clearly torn between embarrassment and excitement as they fought against the control of Jenda's scent the squirrel and raccoon began to undress one another. Without skipping a beat Claudia turned on the spot and wrapped her thighs around Abby's head. Locking up in one of the most stunning 69s Jenda had ever played witness to the couple proceeded to tongue each other to climax repeatedly.
Even after snuffing out the candle the raccoon continued her probing of the squirrel's quivering snatch. With every orgasm Abby shouted for more till finally her body could no longer take the intensity. Worn out from her cunt licking the squirrel happily offered her mate up to Kara and Jenda for their own needs.
"She lives to eat pussy," Abby giggled as she lapped her own flavor from the raccoon's lips. "She will take as much as you can offer. Just promise to have her back to me before sun up."
Dressing quickly the squirrel yawned and departed with a kiss from each one of them.
Never ones to pass up such an opportunity Jenda hastily unbuttoned her jeans while Kara had already cast her Pajamas aside. Following close behind Claudia as the trio ascended the ladder Jenda buried her muzzle between her thighs. Climbing faster then the squirming raccoon Jenda forced her muzzle hard against Claudia's dripping gash tonguing her deep inside. By the time Claudia had clawed her way to the second floor landing Jenda had earned herself several mouthfuls of oozing sex. Finding Kara waiting patiently for her at the top of the ladder Jenda shared the raccoon's flavoring as she kissed her mate passionately. Dripping down their chins as the juices passed back and forth between them they began lapping each others muzzles to savor every bit.
"She tastes fantastic," Kara purred her lips just inches from the skunk's.
"That she does," Jenda whispered with a sinister giggle. "I can only imagine how good your flavors combined would be."
With a simple beckoning of a finger Jenda called the semi vacant raccoon to her side. Knowing full well she could have just what her desire now made her crave Jenda whispered into Claudia's ear. Pinning Kara to the bed Claudia began kissing the lioness as Jenda had instructed. Slowly parting her own legs the raccoon spread Kara's with her knees as she continued to kiss her.
"Don't forget her nipples," Jenda cooed watching excitedly.
"Don't you dare," Kara moaned too late to object.
Now inches from both female's slits Jenda watched as Claudia's nipple twisting caused a torrent of sex to pour from the lioness. The mingling streams of excitement became too much for Jenda to handle. Dipping her tongue between Kara's gushing lips she slowly tasted her way up to Claudia's taint. Licking back down Jenda began flicking her tongue between their swollen clits. Without any regard for the raccoon's pain tolerance Jenda thrust three fingers into one of the tightest cunts she'd ever penetrated. Whimpers of pain and shouts of pleasure mangled in a twisted confusion as they erupted from Claudia's mouth.
"I want whatever you're giving her," Kara panted watching the raccoon writhe on top of her.
Never one to disappoint her baby , Jenda promptly thrust three fingers into the feline's waiting slit. Both hands working with the same ferocity as her tongue Jenda soon worked a renewed flow of pleasure from the raccoon. As Claudia's nectar poured down her muzzle Jenda moaned at the sensation of Kara exploding in orgasm. Fur cum slicked from muzzle to mammaries Jenda crawled her way in between the panting females.
"I believe it is your turn my love," giggled the lioness as she began to lick her own cum from Jenda's chest.
"Can't wait," Jenda whispered through bitten lip.
Crying out Jenda arched her back as Kara began twisting her nipples. Moaning and squealing Jenda found herself silenced by the most intimate kisses from the raccoon. While Claudia kissed and licked her face and neck clean of the mess she'd made , Jenda could feel Kara kissing her way down south. Spreading her legs wide enough for both of them to eat her at the same time Jenda soon found they weren't very good at sharing.
"Claudia there is plenty of me to go around," Jenda stated knowing Kara would not be influenced by her words.
Focusing on the raccoon Jenda projected upon her with such intensity Claudia cried out in pleasure. Reining in Claudia's obedience soon had both females working in perfect concert with one another. Every time a tongue traipsed across her clit Jenda found herself twisting and tugging at her already rigid nipples trying to coax every bit of pleasure out of the moment. Knowing she was on the brink the skunk focused her aura inward making every touch upon her flesh a thousand times more intense.
"Cum for me love," Kara purred excitedly with her mouth open and waiting.
Screaming out in an indistinguishable cry of ecstasy Jenda erupted with such force the sensation alone caused an even more powerful wave of pleasure to follow. Shaking uncontrollably Jenda watched as cascade after cascade of her sticky goodness exploded from her fleshy folds. By the time the explosions turned to a trickle Jenda found herself completely drained of energy.
"I can't move," she stated in a euphoric giggle.
"I think it is a safe bet we need to get you something to drink," Kara chuckled completely drenched in Jenda's love.
Laying in content the skunk waited quietly for Kara to return from seeing Claudia off. Just when she thought sleep would take her the gentle caress of Kara's body sliding into bed with her brought her back to the waking.
"Something tells me a weekend with my family wouldn't go over so well," Jenda giggled trying to shift her exhausted body.
"Let them say a single bad thing about you in front of me," Kara growled playfully helping the skunk onto her side.
Kissing the lioness Jenda smiled after being presented a Dr. Pepper with straw at the ready. Sipping happily Jenda winked at the smiling feline who she knew would stay staring at her for eternity if she could. Burping loudly in Kara's face Jenda buried her face in the pillow trying to smother her laughter.
"I will assume that was by accident," Kara groaned rolling her eyes.
"You know it was," Jenda giggled kissing Kara passionately.
"Best get to sleep love. We have to be to the train by 4 PM."
Waking to a very loud and deliberate shouting of Merry Christmas just a few short hours later had Jenda in a less than pleasant mood. Shuffling behind the brimming lioness Jenda was amazed to find the center of the cabin had been completely redecorated over night. After being introduced to nearly two dozen new faces Jenda sat quietly at the massive table that had been erected for breakfast. Smirking at Claudia from across the table she could tell the racoon had gotten even less sleep then her.
"I would like to thank you all for coming to breakfast," shouted Kara's grandmother interrupting the idol chatter around the table. "It truly is a wonderful Christmas to have my Kara back home with me , even more so to have a chance to get to know her new girlfriend. Please enjoy everyone!"
Breakfast had come and gone before the sun had even broken over the horizon. Conversation continued over coffee while the kids of the staff dug into the piles of presents around the envelope covered Christmas tree. The looks of joy on everyone's faces reminded Jenda just how little happiness the holiday brought her when she was growing up. Not wanting to bring rain on the room's holiday cheer she quickly excused herself to a small study off the main room.
Trying her best to pull herself together the skunk hastily wiped her eyes realizing someone had followed her into the study. Turning to find Mrs. Dresdan with a look of worry upon her face Jenda couldn't help but let the tears go. Being hugged by someone who genuinely was concerned for her made Jenda feel a little more whole then she had in a long time.
"What's wrong dear," Mrs. Dresdan asked patting her on the back.
"I haven't had Christmas with my family since I was eleven," Jenda muttered wanting so much to be loved by the feline in who's arms she resided. Approval is all she needed , and more then anything desperately wanted.
"Well there is plenty of Christmas out there for you to enjoy," the lioness stated with a comforting smile. "Now come back to the party so you don't miss out on your gifts."
By the time Jenda had pulled herself together and returned to the festivities the staff with families had gone to have their own Christmases. Sinking into the couch between Kara and Claudia she grinned watching a more then chipper squirrel pass around envelopes. Receiving her first envelope Jenda tore into it happily only to thing there had been a mistake. Looking from the 5,000 dollar gift card in her hands , to Kara , then to Claudia she became aware that she was the only shocked by the amount of the gift. When the next envelope she opened contained more then the first she couldn't help but feel overwhelmed.
"Kara there has to be a mistake," Jenda whispered pointing to the gift cards.
"I thought you liked shopping at Jun Chang's," the lioness stated with a puzzled look.
"I do , but these two cards alone-
"Oh don't worry there's probably another twenty or so up there for you," Kara giggled as she ripped into her fourth envelope.
After they'd all opened their gifts Kara had left the room leaving Jenda to offer her helping in cleaning things up. Following close behind Mrs. Dresdan weighed down by dishes the skunk continued to smile though at this point she couldn't help it. Scrubbing plates quietly Jenda continued to shift her glance toward the lioness. Not quite sure what to say to someone who had just given her almost a quarter of a million dollars in gift cards she turned her head away.
Avoiding the lioness's eyes Jenda noticed a small framed picture hanging over the sink , it's glass dingy and streaked. Wiping the grime away Jenda was surprised by a hand tightening around her wrist. Pulling Jenda's hand away the old lioness retrieved the picture with her free hand , and began cleaning the glass herself.
"My Joslyn always wanted a family , even when she was a little girl she dreamed of having children of her own," Mrs. Dresdan muttered holding up the picture for Jenda to see. "She was so happy when she met Gavin , and thrilled when they had twins."
Twins , never in her life had Jenda felt a word hit her with such force that it took her breath away. Feeling the sting of realization burning into hot tears upon her face Jenda could only think to find Kara.
"I am sorry , I know Kara really hasn't discussed this with you. It wasn't my place to say anything," whispered the lioness in apology.
Returning to the house above the stables Jenda packed in silence trying her best not to think about what she had just learned. Loading the candles they had made into shipping boxes before returning to the main cabin she found herself at a loss about what to say to Kara. Standing around waiting to go Jenda made sure to say goodbye to everyone who was still around. Making extra sure to give Anton a very special goodbye Jenda handed him a candle she had slapped a bow on , and a small peck on the cheek.
"How thoughtful of you," Anton chuckled wearing the same stupid grin he'd had on most of the time they had been there.
"I couldn't think of anyone more deserving," Jenda giggled making an innocent face.
"Now I have one last gift for you girls," Mrs. Dresdan stated giving them each another envelope. "Ten million frequent flyer miles for each of you. I remember you had said something about traveling quite a bit for business , so I thought I would make things a little easier for you girls."
"I have something for you too , Gran Gran," Kara replied happily handing her a small package.
Unwrapping the package the lioness shoved it back toward her granddaughter with a stunned look upon her face. Pushing the present back toward her Kara hugged her grandmother again.
"Kara I won't take your money," insisted the old lioness.
"I don't care what you do with it Gran," Kara stated firmly. "I told you I would pay you back one day for school and helping me start my business. Jenda has helped me launch two more shops in the past year , and together with our friends we have turned it into a multimillion dollar chain. So please just let me pay you back like I promised I would."
Rather taken aback her grandmother simply hugged them both and wished them well. Getting on the back of Claudia and Abby's new snowmobiles they waved goodbye to Mrs. Dresdan one last time before they headed off down the mountain. Screaming in terror Jenda realized they had no plan to take the winding trail down the mountain , but instead the tree infested shortcut Kara had lead her up the first day. Keeping her eyes shut tight till the engine stopped Jenda was sure she had bruised Claudia's shoulders holding on so tight. Hugging and kissing each of them in turn they Jenda and Kara bid the squirrel and raccoon farewell before the train left the station.
"Be sure to come visit soon you two," Kara shouted out the closing door. "You'll have some vacation time coming up soon!"
Heading straight to the club car Jenda began drinking in an attempt to avoid the inevitable conversation she would have to have with Kara. Sitting quietly next to her the lioness put her arm around her and nuzzled her cheek gently. Turning to her with sadness in her eyes Jenda fought to find the words she needed to say.
"Gran told me you saw the picture," Kara sighed taking Jenda's hand in hers. "Lets get some drinks and head back to our car , I got us a sleeper cabin."
Laying together neither spoke for a long while. It seemed easier for Kara to just let it come naturally instead of trying to coax it from her , so Jenda just held the lioness tightly. It was almost a full hour before Kara finally began talking.
"His name was Kalvin , my twin," the lioness mumbled quietly. "He was born two minutes before me. My parents weren't expecting me to follow him out."
Hearing her voice falter Jenda hugged the feline tighter wanting her to feel safe. Wiping away the tears that had formed in Kara's eyes she couldn't help but let her own fall. Taking a few deep breaths together they quieted for a moment till Kara was ready to continue.
"My mother as it turns out developed a severe case of postpartum depression a short while after our births," Kara whispered sniffling back more tears. "My dad decided to take us for a ride to try and cheer her up. A short while after getting onto the interstate my mother reached over and cut the wheel. The car cut into on coming traffic and was hit-
Comforting the now sobbing lioness Jenda tried her best to stay composed for her sake.
"She had put my car seat in the car," cried Kara through broken words. "She didn't belt my seat in , I was thrown from the car when the first truck collided with us. The paramedics found me sitting in my car seat crying , but unharmed. She caused a 14 car pile up and I was the only to survive."
Remaining quiet through their layover half way home they did nothing but hold tightly onto each other. Getting settled into their new sleeper cabin Jenda fetched them dinner from the dining car. Sharing a Dr. Pepper and a chicken tender basket Kara finally giggled after Jenda bit off half the chicken tender that had been hanging from her mouth. With another ten hours left to their trip they both got comfy so they could get some sleep.
"I'm so glad I have you in my life," Kara whispered nibbling on Jenda's ear. "You are everything that makes me whole."
"I love you Kara," giggled the skunk rolling over and kissing her passionately.