A/N: Hello everyone! Guess who's finally back with the promised sequel? Yes, yes, it had be FOREVER I know. I apologize for making you all wait so long. So I would like to take this time to thank all of you reading this, especially those who have stuck with me this long. I certainly hope I don't disappoint you guys! As always R&R. And no, I don't own Saiyuki.


Goku smiled as he felt the golden rays warm his face.

"Mornin'," he whispered, knowing that the man beside him was already awake. He cracked one eye open and let it settle on the blonde priest. It had been several months since the incident that had brought the two together, and yet Goku could never get over how beautiful Sanzo looked in the morning sun. His hair seemed to glow and the light softened his features enough to make him look angelic.

"You're staring," Sanzo accused.

"You're stunning," Goku countered, smirking at the faint rose color that bloomed across Sanzo's cheeks. He leaned in closer and planted a kiss on the tip of Sanzo's nose.

"Not so fast," Sanzo said, pulling Goku back in after he started to rise from the bed. Grinning, Goku let him wrap his arms around his waist and press their lips together. This sort of routine repeated itself nearly every morning, yet Goku could never tire of it. He sighed softly, allowing Sazno's tongue to meet with his. Fingers trailed their way up to tangle together with blonde hair as the other hand began to wander downwards, pausing at the hem of Sanzo's shorts.

The strong grip on his own hips told him that he would not be denied, but couldn't help but break away and playfully ask, "Do I have your consent?"

"Don't be a tease you damn brat." Goku chuckled and let his hand complete its path and circle around Sanzo's growing erection. He was rewarded with a muffled groan and the feeling of Sanzo's fingers gently circling around his entrance. Goku tried to wait patiently for Sanzo to fish out the lubricant from the nightstand and coat his digits, but frowned deeply after a whole minute had passed.

"What are you waitin' for?" He demanded, his voice husky with lust.

"Are you sure about it this?" Sanzo mocked as he slid two fingers into him. Goku let out a growl before pinning the blonde to the bed and climbing on top of him, moaning softly as the priest slid into him. Sanzo expertly shifted his hips, months of getting to know each other's bodies told him exactly where he could make Goku go crazy. Of course, this in turn meant Goku had full knowledge of how to drive Sanzo to the brink of insanity too. Goku allowed Sanzo to flip their positions, relinquishing power, but in return, Sanzo wrapped his hand around Goku's member and stroked it in rhythm with his thrusts. It wasn't long before they both were sent over the edge, calling out other's names.

Breathing heavily, Sanzo collapsed beside Goku, taking his hand and tangling their fingers together.

"Good morning to you too." Sanzo chuckled as Goku pulled him for another kiss.


Things sure have changed. Goku sat perched on the porch railing, watching the acolytes go about their business. Whether it be out of fear, tolerance, or actual fondness, most of the boys had placed themselves on friendly terms with Goku. The horrid events that had taken place months before hardly ever crossed Goku's mind, but that didn't mean he wasn't relieved to know the chances of them happening again were slim to none.

"Hey, I'm heading into town. Come with me?" Sanzo appeared behind Goku and offered him a hand. Goku took it and hopped down from his seat, matching Sanzo's strides as they walked across the temple grounds. An acolyte waved at them and Goku didn't hesitate to wave back.

"They sure have grown to put up with you, haven't they?"

"I was just thinkin' that. You don't think they like me?" Goku frowned.

"Well, you certainly don't cause as much trouble as you used to."

"You say that like it's a bad thing."

"I do not."

Laughing, Goku laced his fingers with Sanzo's as they exited the grounds. Fall was beginning to move in, tinting the leaves with golds and reds. The summer heat still lingered though, and Goku turned his head upwards, smiling as the sun warmed his face. It's perfect. Everything is perfect. Or as perfect as it can be. Goku stole a glance at Sanzo, who also seemed to be lost in his own musings. It wasn't everyone's idea of perfect; the two still had their spats and they hadn't come together in the traditional way, but none of that mattered. Everything about their relationship had been a little strange since the day Sanzo had freed him from the cave.

Goku grinned as the town came into view. He always enjoyed visiting it and taking a break from spending the day at the temple. Plus, the town meant restaurants, which meant eating foods that weren't in the monks' diets. Sanzo, seeming to sense this, steered them in the direction of a small restaurant, well known for its seafood.

"So what did you need to come to town for?" Goku asked between bites of the complimentary bread.

"Things."

"Like what kind of 'things'?"

"Things I need to buy."

"Stop bein' difficult"

"Don't talk with your mouth full." Sanzo gave Goku a coy smile.

"Oh just tell me already!"

Sanzo leaned in closer and lowered his voice, "Well, for starters, this morning used up the last of the lube…" Goku felt his cheeks redden. "And we need winter clothes." He continued nonchalantly.

"Oh." Goku stuffed the last piece of bread into his mouth.

"Happy now?"

"Only if it means we get to use it as soon as we get back." This time it was Sanzo who blushed. Goku was sure he would have said something equally naughty back, but their waitress approached them with their food before he could.

"I wonder if it's true, what they say about oysters," Goku thought out loud as he sucked the meat from one of the shells.

"I don't think it would matter in your case." Sanzo answered. Goku smiled.

"Nope. Probably wouldn't." He brushed his foot gently up Sanzo's leg, hinting that he was serious about his earlier statement.

"Fine," Sanzo relented, rolling his eyes at the victorious grin that spread across Goku's face.

The rest of the meal was spent in a comfortable silence as they both enjoyed their meal. Goku signaled to the waitress that they were ready for the check.

"No dessert?" Sanzo asked, a genuine surprise in his voice.

"Oh, there will be dessert. It's just not on this menu." Sanzo scoffed as they rose from their booth, paid the bill, and made their way back out into the town. A figure darted past them, temporarily startling Goku, but he brushed it off as one of the local kids running around.

"Come on." Sanzo tugged at Goku's hand, leading him into a clothing store.

Goku made short work of picking out the heavy garments for himself, but slowed down Sanzo's progress as he scrutinized everything the priest picked up.

"I don't recall choosing what you get to try on," Sanzo muttered as Goku wrapped a scarf around his neck.

"I didn't think you'd care, as long as they came off easily."

"Why are you so devilish today?" Goku smiled.

"I haven't been able to get the image of you this morning out of my head. You just looked so damn beautiful I really haven't thought of anything else." His confession seemed to startle Sanzo, as he didn't answer right away. Instead he stood there for a moment, then finally slipped a hand around Goku's waist and pulled him in for a kiss.

"You are ridiculous sometimes," he finally said after pulling away.

"You love it." Goku replied, snaking his arms around Sanzo's neck and bringing him down for another kiss.

"I do."


It took a few hours, but Goku had finally approved of everything Sanzo bought, and after a quick stop for more lubricant, the two began their journey back to the temple.

"Did you have fun?" Goku asked, enjoying how the setting sun made the blonde's hair glitter.

"Yes. Did you?"

"Oh the fun doesn't stop here." He laughed, tossing his head backwards. He stopped suddenly, positive that he had just seen someone slip into hiding. Are we being spied on? Goku slowed his pace and looked around. He was sure he had seen someone, someone familiar, shadowing them. It can't be. No…

"…asking for it." The sound of Sanzo's voice snapped Goku back to reality, who realized he had missed half of what the priest had said.

"Uh, yeah." Goku nodded, hoping it was a satisfactory answer. Sanzo looked back at him, puzzlement displayed on his face.

"You okay?"

I must be seeing things.

"Yeah. Of course." Goku gave a small smile, trying to push his worried thoughts out of his mind.


So, you all probably weren't expecting a scene like that off the bat, but I figured I ought to reward all of you reading this. And yes, that is more than a just a reward; it does have a purpose to the plot. Let me know what you think! 3