{"sf1_id":2063186,"sf2_id":"7ej68K2e","title":"Pets-R-Us","author":"KnickedYourKnacks","words":1665,"posted_at":"2023-10-22T10:49:34.000Z","tags":["Alternate Reality","Digimon","Fox","Human","Kyubimon","Realistic","Slice of Life"],"url":"https://fse.anthro.fr/stories/2063186-pets-r-us","original_url":"https://sofurry.com/s/7ej68K2e","image_url":"https://cdn.sofurryfiles.com/submissions/thumbnails/12/52/12521867-fbc8-41cd-8992-0fd479272a0c","description":"An exploration of some of the more mundane aspects of being a digimon tamer. In this world, digimon have become relatively commonplace, many partnering with humans by choice, rather than just the select few chosen to fulfil a great destiny.","content":"\"Ok, petting time.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer stared in disbelief at the digimon's sudden demand.\n\n   \n\n\"Seriously?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Yeah. You owe me.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Oh, not you too. Where'd you get that idea?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Easy. You gave Ren pets. You gave Yuki pets. Now it's my turn.\"\n\n   \n\n“Eugh, fine.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer waved the Digimon over.\n\n   \n\n\"...come here then.\"\n\n   \n\n“Nuh-uh. You're doing it properly.\"\n\n   \n\n\"What do you mean, properly?\"\n\n   \n\n\"I wanna snuggle on the bed.\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu got up from the couch and wandered over to stand in the hallway. He looked back at the tamer.\n\n   \n\n\"...please?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave an amused chuckle.\n\n   \n\n\"I ended up with the three most moochy digimon in the world, huh?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Hey, you like snuggling too.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Yeah, I guess I do.\"\n\n   \n\n\"So… come on then.\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu came back and nudged his tamer to get out of the chair, before herding him to the bedroom.\n\n   \n\nThe tamer was quick to protest the pushiness.\n\n   \n\n\"Hey, hey! I can walk myself. Jeez.\"\n\n   \n\nHe made it to the end of the hall and entered the bedroom.\n\n   \n\n\"...alright, you pushy fox. What are you-...uhhh.\"\n\n   \n\nHe had turned around as he spoke, only to find Kiyu standing right in his face, giving a casual smile.\n\n   \n\n\"Hai.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Uh… hi…\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer waited for the digimon to say something, but Kiyu just stood there smiling.\n\n   \n\n\"...so… you want pets?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Mhmm…\"\n\n   \n\n\"Alright, so what do you want to do?\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu had a naughty look in his eye, but he didn't say anything. After a moment, the tamer's own expression turned suspicious as he tried to figure out the digimon's plan\n\n   \n\n\"…what are you plot-OOF!\"\n\n   \n\nBefore he could finish, the digimon had pounced on him. He found himself thrown back onto the bed, buried under Kiyu's chest.\n\n   \n\n\"Mmf! Geh hoff of ee!\"\n\n   \n\n\"Hmm? What was that, Tamer?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer struggled underneath the digimon, trying to push against his chest. Kiyu eventually yielded, lifting himself up enough for the tamer to speak freely.\n\n   \n\n\"I said… get off of me… you fat lump!\"\n\n   \n\n\"You're so mean, Tamer. You let Yuki sit on you like this.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Yeah, well… he didn't give me a full-on bodyslam.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer slid himself out from under the digimon and up to the bedhead.\u0026nbsp;\n\n   \n\n\"Ugh… man, I feel like I've been squashed.\"\n\n   \n\nHe rubbed his chest and rolled his shoulders back and forth.\n\n   \n\n\"...new rule. No squashing your tamer.\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu pouted.\n\n   \n\n“Aww, no fun. Can I at least have pets now?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer's eyes narrowed at the digimon, scrutinising whether he deserved pets.\n\n   \n\n\"I dunno. Are you gonna squash me again?\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu took much longer to respond than he reasonably should've needed, clearly struggling to come up with the correct answer.\n\n   \n\n“Ummm… no?\"\n\n   \n\n“Smart answer.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon's ears perked up.\u0026nbsp;\n\n   \n\n\"So pets?\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu had remained where he was after pouncing on his tamer. His front half was lying on the bed, but his back half was still standing on the floor.\n\n   \n\n…and he was also doing the puppy dog eyes thing.\n\n   \n\nSeeing the needy look from his digimon, the tamer let out a sigh as he relented.\n\n   \n\nHe reluctantly patted the spot beside him on the bed.\n\n   \n\n\"Fine. Come here.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Yes!\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu didn't hesitate, quickly crawling up the bed to lie beside his tamer.\n\n   \n\n\"...ahhh… your bed is so comfy, Tamer.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon rolled onto his side and stretched out, his legs easily pushing the tamer towards the edge of the bed.\n\n   \n\n\"Hey, watch it! You can't just kick me off my own bed.\"\n\n   \n\n\"But I need room to stretch out.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Oh, well since there's not enough room here, I guess I'll just go sit on the couch instead then.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer swung his legs over the side of the bed and made to stand up. Kiyu's eyes widened in alarm as he realised the tamer was about to move away. He flailed around, hastily trying to right himself so he could stop the tamer from leaving.\n\n   \n\n\"Wait, you can't go! What about my pets?! You said you would.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer stopped and looked back at the digimon\u0026nbsp;\n\n   \n\n\"Ok, brat boy. You want pets or you want to stretch?\"\n\n   \n\n\"I…\"\n\n   \n\nA sullen look found its way to the digimon's face, having to choose between getting attention and being a brat.\n\n   \n\n\"...pets.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer smirked in response.\n\n   \n\n\"Good choice. So… what do you wanna do?\"\n\n   \n\n\"I… uh… I dunno.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer facepalmed.\n\n   \n\n\"Seriously? All this fuss and you don't actually know what you want?\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu gave a sheepish look.\n\n   \n\n\"Well… I just want pets.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave a sigh.\n\n   \n\n\"Alright. What about… uh… how about ear rubs? Ren really liked that.\"\n\n   \n\nFor a moment Kiyu looked tempted by the offer, but eventually declined.\n\n   \n\n\"Ehhh… can we do something different?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer did have another idea, but thought Kiyu might not be entirely comfortable with it, given the digimon's earlier comment about sitting on the floor. However, he didn't have any better ideas, so he figured it was worth a try.\n\n   \n\n\"Alright… I got one idea. But you gotta be willing to swallow some of that pride, ok?\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon tilted his head in confusion.\n\n   \n\n\"Why?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Well… this… it might be a bit embarrassing for you.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Do I have to?\"\n\n   \n\n\"No, but you want pets and I think you'll enjoy it.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon looked troubled, torn between his pets and his ego.\n\n   \n\n\"I guess… alright. But if it's embarrassing, you're not allowed to make fun of me after.\"\n\n   \n\n\"I promise I won't make fun of you afterwards.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Ok. What do you want me to do?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Can you roll onto your back?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Um… o… kay.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon wriggled himself around until he was lying upside down on the bed. His front legs hung in the air, while his back legs splayed out sideways. He had a puzzled look on his face.\n\n   \n\n\"...like this?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave a hearty chuckle at the sight of the giant digimon lying upside down like a dog.\n\n   \n\n\"Ok, that's pretty cute. Oh, wait there a sec… I gotta get a picture.\"\n\n   \n\nHe got up to grab his phone.\n\n   \n\nThe digimon whined at him.\n\n   \n\n\"Hey! Don't just leave me like this.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Just a sec…\"\n\n   \n\nHe grabbed his phone from the bedside table and turned back to the digimon.\n\n   \n\n\"...ok, make that face again.\"\n\n   \n\nRather than the cute look from before, the digimon gave him a grumpy scowl.\n\n   \n\n\"Tamer… come on already.\"\n\n   \n\n\\*Click\\*\n\n   \n\nThe tamer ignored Kiyu's nagging and took the photo regardless. Tapping on the thumbnail, he took a moment to review the shot. He gave another laugh.\n\n   \n\n\"Oh man, it's actually funnier with that grumpy look.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon gave another whine.\n\n   \n\n\"Are you done yet? Come onnn.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer was oblivious to Kiyu's demands, still admiring the photo.\n\n   \n\n\"Hey, I should send this to Haley.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon's eyes went wide in panic.\n\n   \n\n\"NO! You're not allowed!\"\n\n   \n\n\"C'mon, she'll think it's adorable.\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu's expression turned nasty, although some of the fierceness was lost since he was still lying upside down.\n\n   \n\n\"I swear, Tamer… I will eat your phone.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Fine, fine.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer put his phone back, safely out of eating range, before scooting over to the digimon. He leaned up against Kiyu's side and began rubbing along his broad chest.\n\n   \n\nThe digimon gave a contented murmur.\n\n   \n\n\"Mmm… finally.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Quit whinging. You're gonna get plenty of attention.\"\n\n   \n\nHe traced his fingers down the digimon's chest til he felt the transition from ribcage to soft underbelly. He began scritching with both hands.\n\n   \n\nKiyu started letting out little grunts and huffs at the treatment.\n\n   \n\n\"Ah… heh… Tamer… ooohhh…\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave a smirk.\n\n   \n\n\"Oh, bit of a soft spot, hey?\"\n\n   \n\nHe doubled his efforts, adding a bit more pressure and scritching even faster.\n\n   \n\nAs he'd hoped, Kiyu's leg started to kick uncontrollably.\n\n   \n\n\"Ah… no… heh… it tickles… ah… too much.\"\n\n   \n\n\"You want me to stop?\"\n\n   \n\n“Ahhh… nnnggh…\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer carried on until Kiyu was left breathing heavily, with his tongue lolling out the side of his mouth.\n\n   \n\nOnly when the digimon was in a full stupor did the tamer ease up his ministrations. He had an amused look on his face as he nudged Kiyu.\n\n   \n\n\"You good?\"\n\n   \n\n\"Just… hah… give me… a minute.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave a wry smile, clearly enjoying himself. He returned to gently rubbing Kiyu's chest whilst waiting for the digimon to regain his composure.\n\n   \n\n\"Well, maybe that's enough pets for now.\"\n\n   \n\n\"No… more…\"\n\n   \n\n\"No more?\"\n\n   \n\n\"No. Mooore.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave the digimon a teasing look.\n\n   \n\n\"Yeah, I heard you. No more, I'm stopping.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon gave a frustrated huff.\n\n   \n\n\"No. I want mooore.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer continued his teasing as he gave the digimon a big smirk.\n\n   \n\n\"Ohhhh, why didn't you say so?\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu rolled himself upright, a grumpy look on his face.\n\n   \n\n\"Why are you being like this, Tamer?\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer feigned innocence.\n\n   \n\n“Like what? I was just checking what you wanted.\"\n\n   \n\nHe leaned back against the bedhead and folded his arms.\n\n   \n\n“...you know, it's strange. You were really against sitting on the floor like a mutt, but you're demanding to be pet like a dog.\"\n\n   \n\nThe digimon stumbled, trying to come up with an explanation.\n\n   \n\n“Uh… well, that. It's… different?\"\n\n   \n\nThe explanation was far from convincing and the tamer was quick to question it.\n\n   \n\n“Really? Seems a bit contradictory, don't you think?\"\n\n   \n\n“Errr… no… it's…\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer gave a smug look as Kiyu continued trying to come up with an explanation.\n\n   \n\nThe digimon gave up stuttering as he became fed up trying to justify his desire and frustration took over.\n\n   \n\n“Argh! I don't care!\"\n\n   \n\nKiyu was already close to the top of the bed, but he thrust himself forward further, planting himself up against the tamer. He forced his head between the tamer's folded arms.\n\n   \n\n“...just pet me already!\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer was taken aback, suddenly finding himself cradling an armful of digimon.\n\n   \n\n“Woah, uh… guess we're not stopping then.\"\n\n   \n\n\"No, you're not allowed to stop until I tell you.\"\n\n   \n\n\"Jeez, you're bossy.\"\n\n   \n\n\"I'm not bossy. I'm just telling you what to do.\"\n\n   \n\nThe tamer just rolled his eyes, before settling in for more petting.","series":{"name":"Digimundanity","previous":"https://fse.anthro.fr/stories/2058823-slidin-into-yo-digivolutions.json","next":"https://fse.anthro.fr/stories/2074705-new-digimon-old-tricks.json"}}