Lazy Beach Day

On the warm sandy beach, under the glow of the crystals lost beyond the fog, Topsy laid under an umbrella wedged in the ground.

The clown did like the beach and the thought of running around to enjoy the ocean, maybe even to play some games meant for outdoors. However, Topsy so rarely got days off from the circus and the thought of moving from his comfortable towel was a dreadful thought.

He just wanted to curl up and sleep with the sounds of the sea beside him. Even better that he could hear the joy the other succubuns were having around him.

That was actually part of the reason he liked being in the circus, he got to hear the happy crowds as he performed. Sometimes he might have a twinge of desire to have his own working voice, but that was softened by the happiness he could bring to others.

Besides he had his own moments of happiness, like the fluffy blanket under him and the cool shade above him. Although, he had better keep an eye on things or some other beachgoer might knocked over his beach umbrella.

He didn’t honestly intend to get the biggest umbrella he could, but he wanted to avoid any tans or burns. Especially when he had to perform tomorrow and because his ringleader might have a thing or two to say. Topsy would think his ability as a performer would outshine that, but it was better not to question his silly boss.

He had to admit, however, that lying on the sand in a normal old timey swimsuit was definitely different to his usual clown costume. He didn’t even have his hat on or his show makeup on. He could just be himself without worry of being recognized or having a fan of his try to bother him.

He even liked that no one approached him to talk to him, his hands wanted a break from all movement and signing his words was too much effort at the moment. And unlike work, Topsy didn’t have to talk to anyone if he didn’t want to!

He rolled over onto his stomach, burying his face into the fluffy towel beneath him. This was the life, just a calm day that was all about him without any expections or being told to practice because he wasn’t being fast enough. Or someone to judge his new performances because they included his jesties. Honestly what was more fun than the thought of 21 imps doing ridiculous stunts while a clown hopped around between them? But he shouldn’t be getting wound up about such things, today’s was his beach day.

Just a day of relaxation and tranquility.

Maybe he should take a nap and get a snow cone afterwards? Something overly sweet and enough to make his teeth ache, like blue raspberry or cotton candy. Especially cotton candy, he loved the sweet treat but it was always a little too gritty for him to love it completely. He always preferred cotton candy flavored foods, he even had a chocolate bar based around that flavor that he always ended up buying out when he found it again.

Which might be a flavor that was a little on the nose for a clown to love. But he would be the first to say he also adored buttery popcorn and shelled peanuts. You eat enough of them at your job and you’ll start craving them at all hours of the night, which helped when you had a contact in the circus who gave you things after hours.

Topsy blushed slightly when he noticed he drooled a little on his towel, that always happened when he started thinking about snacks too long. He really needed to focus on his nap, but his eyes were taking much too long to get heavy and he was too busy staring at the waves to keep them closed.

The beach really was a beautiful place, warm and gentle, with the soft roar of the waves and the scent of salt in the air. Topsy really did think this was one of the most wonderful places in the burrows, a little paradise for all succubuns to enjoy together. A place that made him feel calm and comfortable.

He twitched slightly when he felt his stomach growl, it seemed he was getting too impatient for that snow cone. He sat up and straightened his towel, he had to make it neat for when he returned. Really if he could, he would live here forever in a large sandcastle in the middle of the beach.

Or until a snowy winter hit and he would be running for the warmth of indoors fireplaces. But for now, he got to enjoy his beach day anyway he wanted! Sleeping all day too if he wanted!