The still half asleep Hermes has noticed his husband has joined him and is reading a book in the chair. Ah, yes, he has found a much better napping spot. So he shapeshifts into his kitty form and climbs off the desk, right into Veritas' lap. There, he curls up and continues his sleep once again.
— And so, he lets the cat rest on his lap for as long as he needs. He grabs the blanket and drapes it over him once again, and returns to his book. And once he finishes a chapter, he turns to quietly work on the computer. It's the best time to work, since when Hermes wakes up, Veritas will want to spend time with him.
Like this, they can be close, and at least some work will be done for tomorrow. Every now and then, a hand comes down to pet the cat's head and ears, very carefully as to not wake him.













