I wish Sen-hime's character was developed a little more in Hakuouki, but that's okay. It's up to me and other fan fic writers to fill in the blanks. Saito is an awesome character and I think she's best suited for him! I hope this story inspires you to think of Sen-hime stories yourself! This is a Saito x Sen-hime pairing. Enjoy!

Sen-hime was protected from the ravages of war and all the damage that it brought about. She sighed as she stared out the window of her hideaway. They were safe in a small house just outside of Kyoto. Kimikiko found it just in a nick of time. The kunoichi from the lesser house was sound asleep, she snored so loudly. It was really hard for Sen-hime to sleep. She chuckled as she stared at her loyal bodyguard. In times s like these it was good to have a friend and a travel companion.

Her mind wandered to a fragile young Oni who barely knew who she was. Chizuru depended so much on the humans. The Shinsengumi was a fearful bunch but Chizuru found comfort with them. She smiled as she thought of Chizuru's crush, the handsome Hijikata-senpai. She couldn't help but be hopelessly devoted to him. He was indeed handsome and strong for a human. However, she still worried about him protecting her. After all, Kazama was known in the Oni legends to kill 20 men at a time.

She prayed for Chizuru to be safe and for the elders to watch over her. Tears stung in her eyes thinking of the many Oni that died in the human-Oni wars. Oni fought side by side humans for years only to be the first ones to disappear in tragic times. The stronger pure bloods lived longer but they weren't many left. Sen-hime's obligation was clear, make sure Chizuru survived this war. She didn't know her whereabouts, but heard she was last in Mibui with Hijikata about to take the castle of Mibu castle. She determined to find Chizuru for the third time and offer her support. After all, she is the last pure blood of the east.

Morning came and Sen-hime was eager to leave. She packed up her and Kimikiku's stuff before dawn approached.

"Oy, where are you going?" Kimikiko yawned observing her master preparing to leave.

"We must look for Chizuru one more time." The princess said in a stern tone.

"It's not safe, besides she made up her mind." Kimikiko arose from her sleeping area.

"I'm worried. Humans are so frail and reckless." Sen-hime said with anger. "I don't care how she feels, we need to know our own kind is safe. "

"Oy, you know how a woman acts when they're in love." Kimikiko laughed. "Besides, she's made up her mind."

"It doesn't hurt to check up on her again." Sen-hime said. Kimikiko knew she couldn't change Sen-hime's mind once it's made up. She quickly washed up and got ready to go on the long journey to Aizu, where she would hear about her dear friend's path.

Chapter 2 will be up soon! Anime crack is good!