Summer a season of heat, heat, and more heat. The cicadas would cry and sweat would run down one's face. A young boy and young girl were sitting together enjoying some cool, refreshing, popsicles. The boy took a bite of his treat allowing it to melt in his mouth while the girl looked at him with a gentle smile on her young face.

"Take-chan, what do you plan to do for the future?" The boy looked at his friend; he swallowed the melted Popsicle and looked up at the cloudless sky.

"I don't really know, I think I will just keep training that's all I know." He stuffed the rest of the Popsicle in his mouth before the heat made it melt. The girl licked her Popsicle continuously trying to beat the sun to it. After getting it soft she bit it and let it melt in her mouth.

"You know Haru-nee, I hope we can peaceful days like this forever." The girl swallowed her Popsicle and smiled at the boy, she leaned on his shoulder and he leaned slightly putting his head on top of hers. It was truly a peaceful day; unfortunately this day was no longer going to be peaceful. An event of unforeseen consequence would occur that would be the catalyst that shall forge a warrior of such power that some would call the said warrior a monster.

The boy awoke with a gasp; he rose from the couch as he gripped his face. Sweat went down his face, his breathing was rapid, but with quickness and a calm mind he restored his breathing to its regular intervals. He kicked the cover off of him and went to the bathroom; he flipped the switch and headed for the shower. Turning the cold nozzle clockwise cold water emerged; he twisted the middle nozzle turning the shower head on. Shedding his clothing he stepped into the shower, the freezing water was refreshing to his body grabbing the soap he lathered it between his hands.

With enough soap he washed his body from head to toe, making sure that every crevice of this weapon was cleaned; after ten minutes he stepped out of the shower his hair drooped in front of his eyes; drying his hair off he flicked it back

Looking at himself in the mirror he had changed ever since that day his mother was taken from him, he gained more strength than he possessed back then. His hair had grown spikier and even lengthened reaching down to his back; it was no longer red orange it was a now a darkened crimson. Walking out of the bathroom he headed for the main room to get changed into his school uniform.

A girl carrying a duffle bag was heading towards the dorms; a smile covered her face which was expected. She was going to see her old friend Ooyama Takeru or Take-chan; the nickname she had given him when they were kids. She was sophomore in this school which made him a year younger than her, as she approached the dorms her mind began to think of what man did he turn out to be? Was he keeping up with his studies, was he taller, questions like these flooded her mind. However they would soon be dammed up as she knocked on the door of his room.

"Take-chan, you awake? Take-chan you up?" She opened the door, and looked inside. She had received news that he just moved in yesterday since she was dorm manager this news was immediately relayed to her. Surprisingly the hallways were clean, no boxes stacked up, no signs of someone just moving in, as if it was empty.

"That's funny I thought he was in this room? His name outside on the tag, did he leave without me?"

"That angelic voice, that couldn't be Haru-nee could it?"

She jumped slightly hearing such a deep voice, it made her shiver slightly, but the strange thing was the shivering was not out of fear but out of pleasure. She blushed then immediately shaking off her perverted thoughts. She turned around to see her friend, what she saw surprised her greatly. He was much taller than her; he was very well built like that of a war trained soldier. What got her surprise meter in the red were the bandages around his head, arms, hands, and fingers; they covered his face and kept his hair bound the only thing that wasn't covered was his mouth. Was this really the Take-chan she knew? He approached her, with just a few footsteps he was in front of her.

"It has been many years and you have become a beautiful maiden; my darling Haru-nee." His right hand lightly grasped her ponytail. He brought it to his cheek as he caressed it like a cat, Amaya Haruko couldn't speak any words. She was so entranced by this entire situation before her, her old friend had changed significantly she just couldn't conceive such a fact before her.

"Are you okay Haru-nee?" She shook herself out of her stupor and cleared her throat.

"I am okay Take-chan, but what about you?"

"If you are wondering about the bandages then be at ease, I merely placed them over myself to hide my face and arms."

"Are you sure you're okay?"

"Yes I am, I see that your kind nature has not changed." He grabbed her hand and kissed it delicately.

"I am not worthy to be in the presence of such angel." She blushed again but smiled as she cupped her old friend's cheek.

"Baka Take-chan."

She turned around and headed for the door, Takeru follows she turns the knob and opens the door. He grabs his bag that was near the doorway, he locks the door closing it so that the gears could click.

Idle chit chat was made between them catching up after not seeing one another for three years. Takeru had to admit Haru-nee had become womanly: slender legs, curvaceous hips, a well developed core, bountiful breasts, and her most beautiful feature was her gorgeous smile. Time did not touch it, nor did fate he was relieved which was something he hadn't felt in such a long time.

"Take-chan, you hear me?"

"I am sorry I zoned out for a minute."

"I asked you why you chose Tenbi Academy."

"Oh! I chose this academy because it felt very peaceful. The fact that you are here is a bonus."

A light blush covered her cheeks accompanying the blush was a smile; they made their way to the gates. Tenbi Academy was truly beautiful; it was built in balance with nature making it seem like Mother Nature had built it with her delicate hands. An intercom cut on letting an announcement ring throughout the campus.

"Oh sorry Take-chan I got to go, since you're a new student head to gym and don't be late!" She was about to head off but stopped turning around to smile at him.

"Welcome to Tenbi Academy Ooyama Takeru."

With that said she sped off leaving Takeru by himself. Soon lots of students were entering the academy's gate; the different conversations that were going on filled his ears. He smiled this school truly was innocent and tranquil; he separated himself from the crowd. Looking around he sensed the environment's well-being and contentment; truly this place was worth attending however a chill ran up his spine as he sensed power being gathered.

"Right here both sides' two different paths are intersecting. In order to discover your own path, in order to prove yourself right here in Tenbi, you have to wager your souls!"

"The way of children of the sun; we swear to heaven!"

A gust of wind blew past Takeru but he did not move; a battle was unfolding before him. One warrior possessing a blade and sheathe struck the ground with a downward slash releasing a crescent wave towards her opponent. The opponent jumped into the air performing some agile flips and acrobatics, before landing upon the ground her Maken equipped itself turning into steel boots. Her speed was excellent as she made her way behind her opponent, in response to their directions they turned around facing each other continuing their match. Takeru leaned himself up against a tree as he watched the battle in front of unfold.

"Hmm it seems the one with the sword has exceptional skill and power; however the one with the boots from what I can guess is a brawler type meaning her skill is integrated with her strength and speed. I believe that she will win this confrontation."

"You might be right."

Looking in the direction of the voice, he noticed a girl who had hung herself upside down on the tree branch above him. He also noticed a little fire spirit that was talking to her, this girl was more than her appearance allowed her to show. As the battle between the two warriors intensified the one with the boots delivered a sharp kick to the sword; sending it flying towards the tree branch. It cut the branch with great precision which caused the girl to fall; Takeru catches her whilst deflecting the tree branch away from him.

"Are you okay Ojou-san?" he placed her down and cleaned off her skirt.

"Hmm, you called me Ojou-san? Why?"

"You just seemed like one."

"Well yes I am okay, thank you."

"No problem, now if you excuse me I have to get to the gym." Picking up his bag, he heads over to the gym. He waves goodbye to the blonde and she waves back at him.

"Just who was that boy?"

All the new students had gathered in the gymnasium, Disciplinary Committee and Entrance Ceremony Preparation members were stationed at their posts. The new students all filled the seats which were stationed around a square stage that was placed in front of another stage that held a podium. Haruko looked around and saw Takeru she sighed relieved that he made it, she was worried he would get lost thankfully he made it. The principal was testing the microphone; but was taking a really long time which made Haruko sigh again this time it possessing a slight annoyance.

"Everyone congratulations on your admission to Tenbi Academy, I am Tenbi Academy's Principal Rokujo Minori. I welcome all the new students here to our academy I would like to introduce the motto of our academy. Mentality, beauty, physical which means that both mind and body should be strong while simultaneously you shouldn't lose your beauty; this concept shall remain even now that we have become co-ed. While of course abiding by the school rules, you're free to love and battle."

Listening to the principal explain Element and Maken was almost putting Takeru to sleep; in truth he already known about such things after he was informed about their existence by him. Still it interested him a little if all these students were element wielders then this would be a very interesting school life for him.

"Well instead of listening to me, it will be easier to understand by watching; 2-B, No.6, Kinua Garret, also from 2-B, No. 7, Shinatsu Azuki."

She called on the two who were battling outside earlier to be the example however it seems that they had finished their battle with Azuki being the winner which made Takeru's prediction true. The other one Kinua was stating in a faux distressed voice how her beloved teddy would be forever owned by Azuki; her description of it was rather humorous as it got some of the students whispering and murmuring about how she was that kind of person. Since the two examples were out of the picture who was going to be the substitute?

"Principal, allow me to participate in this battle."

"Himegami-san, why do you wish to fight?"

"Simple Vice President, I am bored and I want him as my opponent."

The people around Takeru were reacting as he noticed that she had chosen him as her opponent; this was an interesting predicament.

"Wait, Ooyama Takeru is a new student!"

"Takeru is his name huh, interesting."

"Principal it's too dangerous to fight on your first day!"

"The vice president has a point principal." Responded the student council president as she adjusted her glasses.

"Vice president Amaya Haruko, please be calm." Takeru gets up from his seat, he maneuvers through the people making his way to the stage, he hops up with no trouble.

"I shall participate in this fight; so please sit back and enjoy." He bows slightly to her, silence had taken over her mouth her brain was fulfilled the role of expressing worry. She knew that Takeru possessed neither Maken nor Element and his opponent was Himegami-san she was no pushover; would this fight possess no negative consequences?

"Take-chan please be okay."

"I forgot to thank you for catching me."

"No problem Ojou-san, but this is an interesting way of showing thanks." He replied while cracking his back and shoulders.

"In truth I have no grudges against you, I am just curious that's all."

"Curious about me, I am merely a normal boy that is all."

"Really now you're normal?"

"Yep as normal as one can be." His voice was calm; there was neither hesitation nor worry in his voice. He wasn't lying but at the same time it felt like he wasn't telling the whole truth.

"We'll see if you are normal."

"Ojou-san, what are you planning to do?" a tiny spirit whose body was made of fire appeared before Himigami.

"Simple I am going to see what this boy can do, I feel as though he is more than he lets on to be."

She opened her hand summoning lightning in a circle; another spirit appeared before her this one seemed like it was made of the very lightning that made the circle as its very being,

"Ikazuchi, I need a favor."

"What's up Ojou-san?"

"I will be utilizing your power for a bit, do you mind?"

"Nope not all go for it."

Takeru started to stretch, as he was getting his body prepared for the fight he began to think about how he should fight? He didn't want to reveal any of his trump cards; but at the same time he didn't want to be viewed as a weak person either, out of pride of course.

"So it seems like I going to have to use some martial arts skills."

"Participants Kenkeibu, 2-A Himegami Kodama, and new student Ooyama Takeru; the time limit is three minutes, Start!"

Getting into a solid stance Takeru remained motionless as Himegami Kodama made the first move. She ran towards him her fist pulled back she throws the first punch; Takeru blocks and retaliates with some light attacks. It seemed like it was even, Himegami was deflecting the attacks which was expected since neither one of them was being serious. Haruko was relieved while Azuki was bored this fight was slow to her; Himegami jumped back her eye suddenly changed from a human to that of a reptile. Reading her aura Takeru realized that she was getting serious which was best after all they didn't have much time to fight; she channeled lightning into her right hand she charged straight for Takeru.

"Take-chan, look out!" Takeru engulfed Himegami's lightning infused hand with his own neutralizing it; this surprised both Himegami and Haruko.

"I see that you are getting serious Ojou-san." He releases her hand using this opportunity she jumps back.

"You liar, you said you were normal."

"I am normal Ojou-san." Takeru moving at a speed that could've been called instantaneous made his way behind Himegami. He placed his head on her left shoulder.

"I am just a normal, average boy." Himegami turns around quickly, as a sudden uppercut coming from below her strikes her.

The force of the blow was so strong it caused a small updraft of wind; accompanying it was a loud boom! Sending her flying off the ring; Takeru moved quickly past her, he turned himself around in mid-air planting his feet behind him, and with one strong kick against the air propelled himself towards her. His speed was maddening reacting quickly she turned herself around just in time to block the onslaught of punches that were coming her way.

"He's strong, really strong!" She continued to block his punches but they stopped abruptly as he quickly flipped putting his long leg above her.

"Sabeji Akkusu Kikku!" (Savage Ax Kick!)

Delivering a damaging ax kick, he sent her plummeting into the stage. Crashing into it she kicked up a large dust cloud, Takeru landed with ease. The dust settled revealing that Himegami's body wasn't too injured but she wasn't unfazed either.

"Damn that was some kick!"

"My apologies Ojou-san, I meant to send you falling not crashing."

"I see who you really are. You don't lie but you're a person trapped in your own humble delusion."

"Really, is that what I am?"

"Yes and I am going to make you reveal your true power!" She charges towards him again but this time she didn't get to him; he got to her he delivered a palm thrust to her chin however she noticed it and jumped backward. Takeru predicted this and grabbed her while she was in still in the air.

"Mujihina Hiza Jabu!" (Merciless Knee Jab!)

Sending a powerful knee jab to her back, she gasped as felt it pierce her and hit her hard on her spine. Using her shock he threw her in the air, caught her, and spun her around wildly. She recovered quickly and attempted to kick him, however Takeru let go which sent her into a twirling frenzy. He was going to end this one last punch but instead of punching he grabbed Himegami stopping her from spinning placing her back on the ground.

"What did you do that for?"

"We're finished here; I am going back to my seat."

"What are you talking about?"

"The principal was about to stop the match, since we are out of time." He pointed over to the principal; Himegami looked over to see the principal nodding in confirmation.

Removing his jacket he placed it on Himegami's shoulders; the battle had torn her skirt and shirt.

"Again I apologize I didn't mean to exert so much of my power. I hope you can find it to forgive me Ojou-san." Bowing slightly she chuckled patting him on the back getting his attention.

"Call me Himegami."

"Yes of course Himegami-san." Turning around he headed back to his seat, Himegami wasn't the only one who was impressed by that spectacle. Haruko expressed both surprise and awe, Take-chan no Ooyama Takeru had become so much stronger. Azuki was cracking her knuckles she was amped to fight him.

"That was a good fight; I want to fight him next."

"Takeru-sama, you have become so strong!" Looking over in the direction of the voice, a girl jumped up on stage and glomped Takeru wrapping her legs around him. Thankfully he caught her, without losing his balance.

"Inaho-chan is that you?"

"You remember me yay!" She kissed his cheek which earned the envious groans of the males and screams of enthusiasm from the girls. Haruko expressed a face of shock with a slight mixture of jealously. Shaking herself out of her flabbergasted state she ran across the stage and in front of the two of them.

"Who are you, why do you have your arms around Take-chan?!"

"Haru-nee calm down, allow me to explain who this girl is. This is Kushiya Inaho, she is a good friend of mine who I met back around the same time I was friends with you. However she left before I could introduce you to her."

"It's as Takeru-sama says but also I am going to be with him as his fiancée." She glomped Takeru again sniffing his neck while nuzzling him.

"You smell so nice Takeru-sama."

"You goofball, you are the same as before that's good." He patted her and she smiled. Haruko was not pleased on how this girl threw herself all over Takeru she wanted to do that but she was too shy. Takeru looked at her and slipped out of Inaho's grip, he walked over to Haru-nee and placed his head on her right shoulder.

"Haru-nee let's talk privately afterschool okay? I promise I will make it up to you." He kissed her cheek making a blush appear as she fiddled with her fingers.

"Okay Take-chan I will meet up with you back at your room."

"Good, now if you excuse me Haru-nee."

He jumped off the stage, and went over to his seat maneuvering through the seated new students he sat himself back down. The principal was interested in Takeru; displaying such skill without even using a Maken his future here was going to be something worth seeing. She finished her speech and the students were free, most of the students went back to their classes while some headed to their clubs. The day went by fast, the sunset's beautiful assortment of red, orange, and yellow filled the sky.

Amaya Haruko was heading towards Takeru's dorm room; she wanted to know the reason why Kushiya Inaho was all over Take-chan. She made her way to the dorms and up to room number 7. She opened the door quickly closing it behind her; she noticed the lights were on which meant he was here. She kicked her shoes off and walked in placing her bag near the door. Walking further she saw that he was in casual attire consisting of blue jeans and a dark red shirt; he was relaxing on the couch waiting for her to arrive.

"Hello Haru-nee I am glad that you could come over."

"So Inaho-chan is a childhood friend as well?"

"You get straight to the point, that's just like you. Yes she is just like you a childhood friend."

"Then why did she call herself your fiancée?" Haruko asked filled with determination to know the truth about their relationship. Takeru chuckled lightly; he knew what this was about for he wasn't dense not even a little bit.

"Haru-nee could you come closer please?"

"Um, okay if that's what you want." She approached Takeru as she got within range he grabbed her hand gently pulling her on to his lap. Before she could react his arms were wrapped around her waist.

"Take-chan, what are you doing?!"

"Shh, its okay no one is here and I want us to be closer Haru-nee."

"Okay, I understand but you could've at least given me some warning."

"I wanted to see your surprised expression, my little Haru-nee."

"Take-chan you always say unnecessary things." Her blush covered her face but she was happy to be this close to him.

"So why is that she has called herself your fiancée?"

"Simple, back when she was little she was crying because she hurt herself. So in order to make us the same I hit my head against a tree so she wouldn't be alone with pain. She made a promise that when she got older; she would be my wife. I promised that I would get strong enough to protect her."

"Oh so that's why she was all on you."

"I am sorry that it upset you Haru-nee."

"I wasn't upset; it was just an impure relationship and as vice president of the student council. I have to uphold the rules!" She looked away from him with a pout on her face; Takeru chuckled lightly.

"I understand that you must set a good example to the rest of the students." He picked her up placing her to the side as he got up, turned around, and got down on one knee looking at her with a smile.

"However it's just you and me Haru-nee; no students nor teachers. I believe because of this situation I should give you the royal treatment." She blushed his voice was low and very alluring it made her feel really warm.

"What kind of royal treatment?" she asked while closing her thighs; he grabbed her right foot and began to massage it. The tips of his fingers hitting the right spots on the sole of her foot which made her shiver; he dug his thumb into the arch which made her sigh. He grabbed her left foot with his left hand, performing the same movements on it which made Haruko nearly melt.

"He's so talented, where did he learn to do this?"

He finished tending to her to her feet and traveled up her legs to her thighs. He made his way to her waist but stopped not wanting to go too far. He looked at her she returned his gaze; even though he was blindfolded she knew he was staring at her.

"Why did you stop?"

"I didn't want to go too far Haru-nee."

"Well you can keep going, no please keep going."

"As you wish my Haru-nee, I will continue." He grasped her pantyhose line and pulled down; she lifted her legs to make it easier for him.

The pantyhose were off and her bare skin was revealed to her Take-chan. She was embarrassed she felt almost half naked without them on; his hands went back to work. The tips of his fingers glided across her legs which sent an even stronger shiver up her spine. This feeling was so good that it was almost naughty she even felt a little moist down there.

"Are you enjoying this Haru-nee?" Surprising her out of her little daydream session she noticed that he had stopped.

"What, I'm sorry?"

"I was asking you were enjoying this treatment?"

"Um, yes I am."

"What are you feeling right now?" He got up from his knee placing his hands firmly on the couch; he got closer to her his lips merely inches away from her ear.

"Tell me, be honest my Haru-nee." His voice was so deep and powerful, for some reason no matter what she couldn't defy him.

"I feel really good Take-chan." She turned her head away from him but it was futile; he grasped her chin turning her head back to him.

"That's good my Haru-nee I am glad that you enjoy it." This situation was too much; to think that Takeru was going this far Haruko couldn't believe it one bit. However this situation was happening and in truth she liked it. Takeru kissed her forehead, her smile settled permanently on her face.

"I am sorry that I have to cut this short, however the principal is on her way here."

"Really, how do you know?"

"I can sense her presence she is close." Takeru got off the couch and grabbed her pantyhose. He put them back on her and went over to the wall across from her to lean against it. Haruko composed herself or at least tried, she still couldn't get rid of the pleasurable feeling she was still experiencing; nor did she want too. The principal opened the door and walked in; Inaho was right behind her with a couple of bags of snacks. As she made her way in she saw Haruko and Takeru and a sly smile went across her face.

"Ooh did I interrupt you two?" she asked mischievously which caused Haruko's face to go to panic mode.

"Principal, we weren't doing anything but talking!" Failing to hold back her blush.

"It's true Minori-sama we did nothing but catch up that's all." Responding to Haruko's answer.

"Well that's boring, well anyway Takeru Inaho Kushiya is staying with you."

"Why is she staying with Take-chan?"

"Simple this room is too big for one person, plus I don't mind at all."

"But I mind I won't accept this!"

"Ah but you forget I am the boss!" This made Haruko upset, before anything could be said the door furthest away from everyone was thrown open. It was Himegami with her foot was in air, showing that she had obviously kicked the door open.

"This room is rather nice as expected of a three person bed room. Principal would it be okay if I lived here?"

"Sure I have no problem with that." This made Haruko even more upset as she tried to say something to stop this catastrophe from getting any worse. Takeru decided to step in; he walks over to Haru-nee and puts his hand on her shoulder.

"Haru-nee if this is bothering you so much then why don't I just move to a different room. You along with Himegami and Inaho-chan can stay here; plus you can get to know Inaho-chan better."

"Take-chan wait you don't have to do that."

"Besides you cannot do that anyway all the rooms are filled."

"Well Minori-sama then I will just camp outside or leave either way."

"Wait Take-chan you can stay, I will move here as well."

"Cool is that okay Minori-sama?"

"Sure I don't care makes it simple."

"Okay then I will go to my room and get my stuff." Haruko left the room in a hurry closing the door with a slam. Himegami left the room also to get her stuff as well; Inaho sat down on the floor and began to eat her snacks.

"Whew well that situation has been calmed." Takeru sat down on the couch letting out a sigh.

"Aren't you lucky Takeru, you have three beautiful girls staying with you." She patted his back while sitting next to him on the couch.

"It's unexpected but I don't mind at all." He let out a sigh and just lay back on the couch. Minori was good at reading people she could look at a person and know them as if she was reading a book. However she couldn't get a read on Takeru it seemed as if he was hiding something important; she shrugged it off for now but she wasn't going to let it go.

"Hey Takeru, tomorrow come see me."

"Uh sure Minori-sama, but why do you want me too?"

"I want to have a few words with you in private."

"Alright I understand I will be there tomorrow."

"Good, now if you excuse me I am heading home to get some sleep."

"Alright see ya tomorrow Minori-sama." Bowing slightly to her she waved him and Inaho goodbye. Leaving the two alone; however it wasn't for long as Himegami and Haruko returned with only half of their things. Takeru decided to help them get the rest of their belongings in the room; in a matter of hours everything was set up all of their belongings both Himegami and Haruko's were all in the room.

Time passed and now it was deep into the night, everyone was soundly asleep. Haruko was the first one to wake up she looked around seeing everyone was here however there was something amiss where was Takeru? She got up and was heading towards the door until it suddenly opened revealing Takeru who was covered in sweat and was out of breath. He closed the door and locked it as he leaned up against it; looking up he saw Haruko staring at him and he composed himself.

"Hey Haru-nee I didn't wake you up did I?"

"No I woke up on my own. Take-chan where did you go it's really late?"

"Oh I was training Haru-nee, now if you excuse me I am going to bed." He kicked off his shoes and walked past her but didn't get far. She grasped his hand which made him stop in his tracks as he looked at her.

"What's the matter Haru-nee?"

"You are all sweaty, you need to bathe."

"I'll be fine you go first." He tried to proceed but Haruko didn't let his hand go nor did she loosen her grip. She looked down a light blush covered her cheeks.

"Take-chan I have a proposal. Why don't you bathe with me?" With the bandages across his face it was hard to tell but he was surprised to hear such a thing from her mouth. He turned around and looked at her confirming that this was really happening.

"You sure you want me to bathe with you?"

"We did when we were kids."

"That's true but we are older now, wouldn't that lead to some misunderstanding?"

"No it wouldn't Take-chan and besides I want to talk to you some more."

"If that's what you want then I shall abide your request."

"Good, come with me Take-chan."

She slid open the door and walked in, with Takeru following close behind. He closes the door and turns around which made Haruko look at him and smile. He was respecting her privacy but it was pointless since they would both be naked anyway.

"Hey Take-chan you don't have to do that."

"I am just giving you the proper respect that one such as you deserves."

"I thank you for that however, it is unnecessary."

She clasped his shoulder with her hand, guiding him to turn around. She looked at him with sincere eyes and he smiled, this girl was the truest definition of kind he really did love that about her. Her hand lightly touching his bandages, her fingers gently placed on the bridge of his nose. She could feel great pain in Takeru as if she was experiencing it herself; she wanted for Takeru to open up to her to tell her all that he had been through for the past ten years.

"Take-chan can I remove your bandages I want to see your face." He looked away from her, she grew worried. Did she ask for too much, was she going too far?

"Haru-nee, you may not like what you see."

"That's up to me isn't it?"

"Then by abiding by your request, my bandages by your hands shall be removed."

He got down on his right knee so she could properly reach his bandages; her gentle hands touching the sides of his head as they moved to the back. With slow and delicate movements the bandages one after another in a counterclockwise motion began to unravel. After a few bandages were removed, his hair descended going past his broad shoulders and settling in the center of his strengthened core. Soon the last bandage that remained was removed and his face was revealed to Haruko; the feeling entrancement that she possessed in the morning was a mere façade as she simply stared at Takeru's face taking in this beautiful being who called himself a man.

He stood above her looking at her with his deep and enriched dark emerald eyes; his hair no longer the light red she remembered. It was now a darkened red that contrasted but also complimented his eyes; his face possessing high cheekbones made his face strong and prominent. Simply put he was a gorgeous man. Why would he want to hide something so sculpted, so beautiful?

"From your blank expression, I can tell that you are disgusted with my looks. I shall rewrap the bandages around my face."

He prepared to reach down to grab the bandages but Haruko's hand prevented him from doing so. Without any warning she pulled him into a kiss, it was a light and brief kiss but it was enough to have shock occupy his face as he looked at the blushing Haruko.

"Take-chan, why don't we go to the bath?" Calming himself he bowed slightly to her.

"Of course Haru-nee; I shall turn around now."

"Wait a minute Take-chan, um why don't you take off my clothes."

"Are you sure you want me to do that?"

"Yes I am sure Take-chan. So please do it." He removed the bandages from his arms and hands placing them on the ground next to his facial bandages.

Taking a few steps towards her, he put his hands on her shoulders. Reaching for the knot that held her shirt's collar together and untying it. He went to the bottom of her shirt and gripped it but he didn't move; his mind was telling them that he doesn't need to go this far. He could just leave right now, and respect her privacy he didn't want anything to escalate to the point of no return. Especially if it lead to her getting hurt in any conceivable way; she patted his hand and he looked at her shy expression.

"Take-chan, please don't hesitate it's okay."

"I ask you one last time, are you sure you want to do this?"

"Take-chan I promise you this is my own wish. Please don't be worried."

"Okay Haru-nee if this is what you want."

She raised her arms up, pulling it past her belly button. Her breasts seemed like they were glued to her shirt moving up with it. Getting the shirt past her breasts they flopped out accordingly as her head was the last thing that escaped. Tossing it on the ground, he looked away since she didn't have a bra on her breasts were out in the open; she smiled at him his reaction was so innocent.

"Take-chan you okay?"

"Yea I am fine now I am going to take off your shorts now."

"Okay, do you need me to do anything?"

"No I can handle it thank you for the offer."

Getting behind her he slipped his hands past her shorts and pulled them down; just like her top half she wore no panties her bare bottom exposed to his eyes. He snarled a little bit as he tried to suppress his desires but they were putting up a decent fight; they fell to the ground and she stepped out of them. She bent over to pick up both her shorts and shirt Takeru backed up till he hit the wall with a thud; he gripped his face hard trying to control himself. This was getting bad, he began to let out small growls his predatory side wanting to do everything it could to make her his. Haruko hearing the small growls became curious, after she put her clothes in the pink basket she walked over to till they were merely an inch apart.

"Take-chan what's the matter?"

"It's nothing Haru-nee, nothing at all. *pant, pant*"

"You're breathing heavily that doesn't seem like nothing." She got closer to him this made him move but she was quick standing in his way which had her breasts push themselves against his chest. He snarled even more as he clenched his fist, these feelings of his were a tremendous pain.

"Take-chan let me in; please tell me what's wrong." He looked at her as his snarls had not ceased; he took a deep breath and let it out. Grabbing her shoulders which made her jump he pushed her away from him.

"Haru-nee, I advise that you bathe by yourself. If this continues I might take something from you that can't be given back."

"What do you mean Take-chan?"

"I am just going to say it, if I stay in here any longer. I will be compelled to hold you down on this floor and fuck the living shit out of you." His face was so serious, which only made the blush on Haruko's face deepen in shade.

She looked down at her feet, her fingers twiddling one another she knew what he meant and in truth she was happy but didn't know how to express it. He walked past her heading for the door; he inserted his fingers into the sliding door handle but didn't move it.

"Haru-nee I suggest you bathe by yourself. By the rising sun of tomorrow's dawn I shall be normal." As he began to pull Haruko stopped him once again; this time pressing herself against his back. She wrapped her arms around his stomach and held onto him.

"Take-chan, you still have to bathe. Besides how can you take something that was going to be given?"

"Haru-nee, are you absolutely sure about that? You met me mere hours ago, how do you know that I am the same Take-chan?"

"That's why I want to bathe with you. I want us to reconnect Take-chan."

"You cannot reconnect something that was never disconnected." He let go of the handle and she let go of him, turning around he retracted his arms and from the inside of his shirt he gripped the bottom.

"Nor can you repair the unfixable." He threw off his shirt, as it landed on the ground a loud gasp was filling the room but then stopped as a hand prevented it from escaping the gasper's lips.

Shock was not the word for the feeling she was experiencing right now; it was something much more intense. What were her beautiful eyes gazing upon that made her like this? It was the devastated body of her Take-chan; it was so horrible. His neck possessed several cuts that looked lethal; going down from there his chest he possessed nasty gashes that over time became even nastier scars. From X and cross shaped scars, to some that were curved, to some that was just absolutely horrendous; however the worst set of scars were the ones that were located in the center of his being and the ones on his sides. They were wounds of such damage it seemed like they were embedded into his skin; her vision became watery as she charged into him.

Sobs and cries now filled the room; she gripped his hands firmly as she felt anger with her sadness. Who could do this to him, why do this to him?! He was so kind and gentle, what cruel heartless person would do this to him she thought. Takeru trying to soothe her with calming noises as she dampened his chest with her tears; she looked at him with eyes of determined retribution.

"Take-chan who did this to you, I will make them pay!"

"Shh my Haru-nee I did this to myself; I pushed myself so hard that my life has been shortened." Her eyes softened but the tears didn't vanish.

"Why would you do this to yourself?"

"Simple to gain power to protect the only people that are my ray of light; to protect those who can save me before the path I have chosen leads to me to irreversible damnation."

"Was it really necessary to sacrifice the condition of your body for power?"

"I would sacrifice my soul, my very existence if it meant that I could gain power." Clenching his fist with a burning ferocity, his face grew angry as he remembered the day that changed his outlook on life.

Sensing his anger she grabbed his face and pulled him for another kiss this one was longer and more passionate. Even though she never kissed before but it felt as if she did; his anger that was building slowly faded away. She nibbled on his lips, caressed the inner sanctum of his mouth, and danced a naughty dance with his tongue; she broke the kiss leaving Takeru motionless but somewhat satisfied.

"You okay Take-chan?"

"Yea I feel a lot better now, thanks for the kiss."

"No problem, now how about you lose the pants while I get everything ready."

"Alright then I'll see you in there." She smiled as she opened the door then closed it behind her. Takeru unbuckled his pants, slipped out, folded them, and placed them in the basket along with his shirt. Since he wore nothing but those casual clothes he was already naked in no time. Walking in the bathtub already filled up with warm water, Haruko dipped her hand in it feeling the temperature she sighed satisfied with the results.

They both washed themselves thoroughly with their own soaps; Takeru turned away from her and simply focused on getting himself clean. He went over his scars with the soap, suddenly the battles flooded back into his brain. Every life threatening situation that pushed him to the point where he was knocking on death's door; he sighed shaking the dreadful thoughts out of his head. He finished washing himself and turned to go grab the nozzle to rinse off but stopped; gazing at Haruko's body she was really developed. As many curves as a well made porcelain vase, significant muscle tone that was well balanced, good posture, slender arms and legs with smooth skin of such a high quality. She had become a woman a true woman by the heavens she was extravagant no she was ravishing; he shouldn't think like that about her. She was too sacred he looked away from her so he could calm his thoughts.

Haruko noticed in the mirror that he was staring at her; she liked the attention especially the look in his eyes. He looked like he wanted to do things to her naughty things; really naughty things. It's strange she had always been a girl who thought about a lot of things but not once has she ever thought of naughty things. I mean she was of age to think about things like this; but these feelings were so strong she wondered how far would she really go? She grabbed the nozzle and rinsed herself off, turning around and looked at her Take-chan.

Disregarding his scars he really changed, his body was sculpted well, possessing a sublime muscular tone that made him dangerous. She imagined being held by him: her hands gripping his broad shoulders, his big hands under her legs, and her back against the wall saying his name as he pumped in and out of her with a ferocious rhythm. She shook her head and a blush of such a strong shade of red appeared on her face; this blush would make a strawberry look pink. She grabbed the nozzle tightly and let out a calming sigh; she pointed it at him and fired which made him jump slightly.

"Hey, Haru-nee what're you doing that for?"

"Simple you needed to rinse off anyway."

"That's true but now you are going to get it!" He turned around quickly and before she could blink he was in front of her. Grabbing the nozzle he let her have it, putting her hands in front of the stream she laughed as he sprayed her with the water.

"Take-chan, quit it!"

"Then say uncle!"

"Okay, okay uncle I give!"

"Alright then, I win." He stopped spraying her and put the nozzle back on its hook. She flicked her hair back getting it out of her face she moved some of the strands behind her ears.

"So you want to go in first Haru-nee?"

"Take-chan we are bathing together so you get in first then I will get in."

"Oh okay are you sure?"

"Yep now get in silly."

Takeru got in the bath and the temperature felt nice, he let out a sigh as he leaned back a bit. It was now her turn she entered the tub placing her delicate petite left foot in the water and following it was her other one. Takeru grabbed her waist to support her she placed herself directly on his crotch which made him adjust his position since her bottom was sandwiching his shaft between her cheeks.

"Ah this water feels nice."

"Y-yeah it does."

"Hmm, you okay?"

"Yea I am fine just fine."

They sat in the bath in silence, not even a peep was uttered. Haruko moved around a little bit which of course made Takeru twitch a little bit; however he was playing it cool and keeping a calm head. Haruko felt him twitch beneath her how could she not he was so massive; her curiosity was getting the better of her as she looked down between her legs and saw it. It was so naughty looking but at the same time she wanted to touch it; deciding to take a risk she gently slid her hand in the water and lightly touched the tip with her finger. Twitching again in response to her touch she grinned and touched it again this time she ran her finger along the shaft. The skin was a rough texture but not too rough however she liked it; she wrapped her fingers around it letting it settle in the palm of her hand.

"It feels alive, it's so thick and its length is amazing. Can this monstrous thing really fit inside of me?"

As Haruko continued to play; Takeru was losing his control and losing it fast. Her hand was so soft and smooth and her movements were just perfect if this keep up he was going to get a major hard on. She was letting up either; my god was she really trying to get him in the mood? If she was then it was damn it was working. He gripped his face trying to overload his head with pain so that maybe it would compete against his pleasure.

"Take-chan, what are you doing?" She asked looking at him as his hand was still gripping his face,

"Oh uh nothing Haru-nee, I was just thinking."

"Were you trying to suppress your pleasure with pain? Be honest with me." He sighed damn she could read him like a book.

"Yes I was, Haru-nee."

"Stop that; just enjoy it there is nothing wrong with enjoying it."

"I know but you are just so, so."

"So what, I am so what?"

"You're so pure and I just didn't want to defile you." Haruko let go of his shaft and reached back into the water. She grabbed his hands and placed them right underneath her boobs his fingers touching her nipples.

"Take-chan, please it's okay, like I said before you can have me. Or do you not want me?"

"That is furthest from the truth, Haru-nee. I just don't want to rush anything."

"You want to take your time with me?"

"Yes I don't want to lose someone as precious as you."

He slid his hands off her breasts; wrapping them around her waist while resting his head on her shoulder. She laid her hands on top of his; they were so tiny in comparison. He was so warm and gentle he was still the Take-chan she knew; however there were still many things she didn't know about him. The very things that turned the happy little boy she once knew into this scarred and silent man that was hugging her. She was determined to find out what he did during that long separation; and even if he was annoyed by it she wouldn't stop prying until she was able to help him.

"Take-chan, can you promise me something?"

"Sure I can what is it?"

"Promise me that if you ever are feeling up to it that you will come and talk to me."

"I don't understand we are talking now?"

"I mean for you to tell me everything that happened to you. I want to be there for you."

"Alright I promise Haru-nee; now why don't we get out of this bath?"

She nodded in agreement and they got out of the tub, pulling the cork the water retreated into the drain. Takeru joined Haruko in the other room she was drying herself off; he walked up and brought her in close to his being.

"Thanks Haru-nee for being patient with someone like me."

"It's no problem Take-chan."

"Still, I need to give you something in return."

Before she could ask he turned her head towards his and stole her lips. She was surprised for a few seconds but then went into the flow of the kiss. He was taking charge his tongue being the more dominant partner explored every crevice of her mouth; he tasted her and simultaneously she was getting a taste of her Take-chan it was so tangy but it was a good tangy. His hands roamed her body, making their way to the target successfully. One hand palmed her cheek and the other did the same his fingers slipping past them; rubbing her slit which made her flinch. He broke the kiss, leaving Haruko weak in the knees as she fell to the ground.

"That was to express my thanks Haru-nee." He channeled his aura summoning his bandages; in less than a second they wrapped themselves around his arms and face covering their respective areas. Exiting the room Haruko was left with her thoughts, frantic thoughts but thoughts nonetheless going around in her head like a beehive. With all these thoughts buzzing around in her head she came to one conclusion.

"Take-chan you will be mine."