Authors Note: I have always wanted to write a fiction involving Hikaru and Eagle, as they are my favourite characters from Magic Knight Rayearth! So I have conceived this idea for a short story. If you want me to turn this into a full fiction, review and let me know what you think! Enjoy!


Fire And Shadow

The cold blaze of the faraway stars, journeying through the shadowy firmament gleamed faintly, twinkling amongst the feathery clouds. The delicate, crystalline spires and towers that comprised Cephiro Castle refracted the luminosity. The citadel was surrounded within a pearly corona, driving back the bleak fear and uncertainty that permeated this once beautiful land. Everything and everyone were deep in restful slumber, except for one lone figure, traversing through the desecrated places, as if seeking something.

The veils of night parted, revealing a slight figure, clad in the armour of a Magic Knight of Cephiro. A brilliant crimson glow emanated from a mystifying jewel, inset on a gauntlet, its light driving back the still darkness and illuminating the path to a secret, hidden within the rocks. A scant flash of green shot across the edge of her vision, revealing the long sought after sanctuary. Hikaru Shidou, the youthful wielder of fire, smiled softly to herself. She now felt at peace here, within a location no other living soul knew about or dreamt of.

She scampered quickly along the dusty trail, her booted feet barely touching the decaying ground. She secreted herself through a crack in the rocks, coming to a place where she gained private moments for herself, longed for surcease from her arduous and dangerous duty as a Magic Knight and defender of Cephiro. An alabaster bag dangled from her slack fingers, containing herbs, their sweet earthy scent drifting upon the winds.

Slender digits untied the ribbon that confined her ruby locks. The shining filaments danced, teased from the braid by the spectral fingers of the night currents. Hikaru let the ribbon fall, where it lay, hidden within the confines of the tunnel.

The sound of running water resounded within her ears. Hikaru quickened her pace and emerged from the gloom, to a view of pristine magnificence, possibly the last finite trace to exist within this crumbling world.

A gently smoking spring lay before her. Hikaru eagerly strode to the rim of the mossy bank. She placed the bag on the grass and disrobed, her clothes dropping into an untidy heap. She laid her glove on top, within easy reach, a precaution against intrusion. Although she thought to herself within the core of her wearied mind, that her innate enchantments would be enough protection.

She dived into the steaming waters, emerging a brief instant later, her hair floating free on the surface. She reached into the cloth carrier, extracting a handful of fragrant herbs, crushing them. Hikaru began to bathe washing away the strain of the previous hours. Unknown to the young woman, another individual was also roaming within the darkness.


A tall, muscular figure garbed in white, black and green, followed a trail of dusty, miniscule footprints that faded into the distance. Eagle Vision, Commander of the spaceship, the NSX, had touched down upon the ravaged dirt, hiding the FTO mechanism behind a large tumble of boulders. He had caught a brief glimpse of Hikaru vanishing into the dusk. He had vacated the mechanical bulk of the FTO and decided to follow her.

His mind was centred upon this mysterious girl who had haunted his thoughts since he had met her, shortly after his arrival. The Magic Knight of Fire intrigued him deeply. Since then, he had waited for an opportunity to be alone with her, talk with her, before he succumbed to his unavoidable demise.

That possibility had come, sooner than he had anticipated. Eagle had watched Hikaru emerge unobserved from the shelter of the palace for several weeks. He knew there would be no immediate distractions.

He noticed the opening within the rocky wall and slipped inside the murky cavern. A sparkle of scarlet diverted his attention. He knelt and picked up the fragment of cloth. It was a decoration. Eagle smiled. She was very close.

Eagle increased his stride, appearing from the passageway. Hikaru was there, bathing in this hidden spring, a reminder of what Cephiro had once been: a realm of loveliness. The Fire Knight was unaware of his presence. But to his woodland gaze, there was something that, to him, was more exquisite and it was within his reach.


Eagle let his cloak drop to the soil, to lie beside Hikaru's garments. The Autozam Commander disrobed and quietly entered the liquid warmth of the secluded spring. He moved soundlessly through the stunted grass and entered the torrid waters. He approached her diminutive form. He could detect the scent of the flowers she used, their aroma lingering within the cool atmosphere. Eagle raised one hand, and ran his fingers through Hikaru's glistening tresses, enjoying the sensation of the cerise strands against his fingers. He wrapped the thick mane of hair around his fingers, moving it away. He pressed his warm lips against the back of her neck. Hikaru whimpered at the inexplicable contact.

She turned abruptly, only to see the being that had touched her so intimately. Her rose eyes widened in surprise when she saw whom it was. She dropped the flowers, their petals cascading through the air, to land on the water's rippling planes. A few stray petals had lingered, entangled within the long, crimson filaments. The rest shifted, bobbing upon the water in myriad patterns, ever-changing.

Terrified, Hikaru stepped back hesitantly, her heart beating rapidly. She began to shiver, feeling uncertain about Eagle's intentions. Eagle noticed Hikaru was trembling, that she seemed to be frightened by his presence. He knew he had to quell that perception; he did not want that to interfere later. A solitary, shining tear slipped free, trailing down one pale cheek. Only to fall onto the hand that Eagle lifted, to erase the newly birthed wetness.

One hand crept around her petite waist pulling her closer, to rest against his broad chest. The other gripped her chin, tilting her head, until their eyes met. Hikaru looked frightened and uncertain. Eagle spoke gently then, his lips above her ear.

'Shhh, Hikaru.' His voice was tender, a soothing note contained within. 'I will not hurt you. Just let me be with you, for this one instant in time. No wars or pain. Just you and I, under the stars.'

One thumb brushed the smooth skin of her lips, travelling down the column of her neck, coming to rest above her heart. Eagle could feel the rapid fluttering of her heart beneath his fingers, the rise and fall as she breathed. Eagle had never expected to find love when he had proposed the invasion of Cephiro. But when he first saw her, on the deck of the NSX, he had fallen for her then, without realizing it. He had watched her carefully for weeks, hoping to gain a moment alone with her. It had finally happened.

She is beautiful. Eagle thought to himself, his desire for her swelling within the core of his soul. He desperately wanted to give it life. She is kind and generous, trusting everyone. If there was anyone I wanted to link with, it would be her.

Like most of his people, Eagle had the ability to bond his spirit with that of another, especially one he cared for. Eagle could feel that potentiality stir, yearning to be filled. It had to be given a voice and that would occur, tonight, under the glow of the distant stars. He could feel his will slip free, reaching into the thoughts of the young Fire Knight.

A tear slipped free from Hikaru's shining damask eyes, reflecting the cold light of the moon. As she gazed into Eagle's woodland pools, she glimpsed his entire psyche, for her to see. He recognized the perception he was displaying.

I have only known him for a while, I'm unsure and scared. The remainder of that thought was cut off, as Eagle claimed possession of her lips, kissing her deeply, as instinct overrode conscious control.

Eagle released her mouth momentarily, drawing one coral peak into his mouth, suckling on it softly. Her body began to respond to his eager caress. His free hand cupped the other soft mound, fingers manipulating the pebbled flesh of her nipple until it became taut. A wispy moan escaped Hikaru as her slender form arched into his body. Her legs refused to support her and Eagle placed an arm around her, to stop her from slipping in the spring.

Eagle halted his ministrations, gazing down upon the girl held fast within his arms. A slight flush swept across her pale skin, lighting her features to an unearthly beauty. 'I have so much more to share with you Hikaru.' Eagle whispered fervently.

He claimed her lips again, yearning for their soft touch. Eagle let his free hand glide down her hips in the water, gently touching the soft skin of her inner thigh, slipping one long elegant finger into her warm centre, her muscles contracting against this inexplicable intrusion. Hikaru moaned into Eagle's lips as he touched this hidden part of her. Another digit slipped inside her, delving deeper until his questing fingers encountered her maiden barrier. Now he understood her shyness and fear. He would be her first.

Hikaru gasped as the unfamiliar feeling engulfed her entirely. Her whole body pulsed as Eagle caressed her, evoking new sensations that terrified and excited her at the same time. She never wanted it to cease. She sensed a fleeting touch within her churning thoughts, one that intensified her responses to Eagle's ministrations. Her breathing increased its pace, as she reacted to Eagle's skilful embrace.

Eagle raised her out of the steaming waters, settling her on the mossy bank, her back resting on the short grass. Eagle reverently parted her slender, shapely legs and moved, tenderly kissing her lower lips. Hikaru's soft cries grew louder, as his tongue explored her velvet depths. Something built within her, threatening to send her over the edge. Eagle could tell she was nearing her limit; he was losing control himself and did not know long he could maintain his tenuous hold on his emotions. He lifted himself from the water, lying next to Hikaru.

'Eagle, Eagle please.' Hikaru pleaded. She still needed him, but didn't know why.

'This will cause you pain, Hikaru.' Eagle whispered softly, he moved over her slight figure. 'I will be as gentle as possible.'

He carefully entered her welcoming body, shattering the veil of her virginity, and then stilled. Hikaru whimpered at the sudden pain, shining tears trailing down her cheek. Eagle tenderly kissed her, allowing her a few precious moments to recover. His strong, gentle hands explored her slender form tenderly. His fingers caressed the soft skin of her rose tipped peaks, causing Hikaru to shiver with delight. His fingers slid down the soft curves of her waist, finally reaching between their joined bodies and beginning that sweet, stroking pressure that soon had her arching her body against his. Eagle started to move within her slowly. Her diminutive body shuddering underneath him, Eagle placed one hand at the small of her back, drawing her closer. Her soft, needy sighs echoed in his ears.

His hands intertwined with her small ones, as he increased his pace, his movements becoming quicker and more rushed, yet still gentle and graceful. Waves of pleasure swept through Hikaru and her magic erupted, washing over their joined bodies. It wasn't fierce, but coursed through both of them illuminating the woodland grove. Eagle felt their souls beginning to merge, as her enchantments lanced into his body. Hikaru cried his name aloud, finding her release. At that instant, Eagle slipped into her beautiful soul, sharing in her desire. When his own release came, their two spirits were interlinked, in a tie so profound, only death could tear it asunder.

The pristine light of the lunar sphere split over their bodies like a silken shroud. Eagle wrapped a protective arm around her, resting her against his body. Her ruby hair covered them both.

'I love you, my flamed haired Knight.' Eagle said, as the oblivion of sleep claimed them both.


I now have three reviews and the next chapter is being written and will be up in a few weeks, after I have a nasty college exam out of the way!