Pearl & Quasit (Pt. 57)

Almost motionless, the Mariri's colubrine tail pulsed nearly auricular rhythm to the Yu Qi Queen's breathing. Quasit watched, speculating as to their communication, telepathy or something else entirely.

Soon, however, he turned the orbiting Phengodidae over to the BQSBots, turned down lighting in his quarters. Ready for sleep, he called Chattsworth over to him. The docile familiar climbed into bed, nestled against one of Quasit's legs, sprawling comfortably.

Just before Quasit closed his eyes, he saw movement. To his surprise, the Yu Qi Queen settled on the bed, snuggling against his shoulder, closing her eyes.

The Mariri still floated. Motionless.