Disclaimer: All characters and events are fictional, and any similarity to real people and events is purely coincidental. This is a work of erotic fiction intended to be read by people over 18 years of age (or 21 in some areas) where reading erotic fiction is legal. Story and all characters Β© Kardas Fox.
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Marc stared at himself in the mirror. "I just want to talk." The phrase echoed through the squirrel's mind over and over. He looked down at the $100 on the dressing table. It was his biggest tip yet by far, but he wondered if it justified inviting a fan to his dressing room.
The blond haired, brown furred, green eyed squirrel stood barely 5'5 and had an alarmingly effeminate appearance through no fault of his own. The ease with which he could be mistaken for a flat chested woman made it simple for him to get a job at a straight exotic dance club, though he was beginning to regret the path his career had taken in anticipation of the awkwardness that was surely to come.
He gasped sharply at the sound of a knock at his door. Seconds later, the sound came again. "C-come in," he said finally, "It's unlocked."
The door swung open and a handsome green eyed skunk stepped in, Marc bit his lip and averted his eyes. The strobe lights made it hard to identify people, but his could recognize his patron now.
"Lollipop, we need to talk," the skunk began nervously, noticing that the squirrel was still in stage clothes.
"That is why you're here, isn't it?" Marc said with a pretty smile, "Go ahead, what's on your mind?"
"I've been here a few times before, I'm a big fan of the Candy Shoppe...a big fan of you in particular..."
"I see you during most of my performances, when the lights aren't too bright. It's nice to know I'm appreciated."
"Very much appreciated! There's something that has been bothering me about you, though..."
"It's not my chest, is it? Because I'm not comfortable with getting implants."
"No--no! Not that at all, I'm actually impressed you have the courage to work at a place like this flat. Uh...I don't know how to put this but, do you believe in love at first sight?"
The squirrel blushed deeply and flattened his ears. "I...don't think this is a good idea...."
"I know it sounds silly, but I really felt something the first time I saw you."
"I feel something when I look at you too, but we don't even know each other."
"I know, I thought maybe we could se each other for dinner or something when you're not working. Get to know each other, and see if the spark is still there."
"I don't know if that's a good idea. Um...I don't think I ever got your name."
"It's Tom, and that's okay. All I ask is that you think about it. Thanks for letting me get this off my chest, it was driving me crazy not being able to tell you."
Marc allowed himself to look up and made brief eye contact with Tom before his eyes darted back to the floor. He trembled, fearful and excited all at once. "Tom, there's something you need to know about me."
"What is it?"
The squirrel hesitated for a long time. His mouth suddenly felt very dry and the words wouldn't come. "I'm a man!" he blurted out finally, "And my real name is Marc."
Tom's eyes went wide. "So, all the dancers here are..."