"I'm tired. Can't we rest yet? Yunie has already been to every temple, what more is there to do now?" The youngest of the group complained for the third time in an hour.
"The faster we move, the faster we can rest." Auron answered for her.
Rikku gasped before jumping in front of the ex-monk and jabbing her finger into his chest. "Just what is that supposed to mean, huh?"
"I think he means that the sooner we get out of here, then the sooner we can get back to an inn." Yuna spoke up explaining the meaning behind the guardians words. "Isn't that right, Sir Auron?"
Auron sighed and rubbed his temple. How had he been conned into this little group? He took one last glance behind him. Kimahri was walking close to Yuna as normal. Lulu and Wakka were working on trying to calm the young Al Bhed down enough so that she would not draw attention to them. The Omega Dungeon was not a place to be when tired and in short supplies. Yuna and Tidus appeared to be deep in thought. Suddenly Tidus lifted his face and stared directly at him. Yevon help him now.
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It wasn't until they arrived in Luca when Tidus came up to him. Yuna had insisted she was tired of staying on the airship and wanted a real room for the night. That was fine by him. A night alone would do him some good. Unfortunately, that was not to be.
"For the last time, the answer is no."
"Aww, come on. Yuna really wants you to. Think about it at least?"
Auron glared at him over the top of his glasses. But Tidus was not to be daunted.
"It's Rikku's birthday. Don't you want to do something special that she won't forget?"
Auron sighed. Without another word he picked up Tidus by the back of his hooded shirt and threw him from the room.
Now rejected, he made his way back to speak with Yuna. She was waiting for him at the door.
"So, what did he say?" She opened the door wider and allowed him room to enter.
"I don't think so. I really thought it would be fun too. Guess Rikku won't get that special surprise this year." He leaned against the door before sliding down.
"Don't worry. We'll think of something. Isn't that what you always said?"
He lifted his head to look at her. "That's right! Alright. Let's think!"
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An hour later found Rikku blindfolded and being led by Kimahri to her cousin's room. "Where are we going? Why aren't I allowed to see?" When the Ronso didn't answer she pressed on. "Kimahri! I know you can hear me. What's going on?"
"We arrive." He spoke for the first time and Rikku heard as a door was opened in front of her. She felt as his large paws were placed on her shoulders to guide her in. The blindfold was removed next and the room erupted into one big shout as everyone screamed "Happy Birthday."
Rikku stared around the room in shock. Even Lulu was there trying to hold back a smile for the occasion. "You did all this...for me?"
Yuna came up next to her and led her to a chair in the center of the room. "You think I would forget about my cousin's birthday? You have been beside me for the past six months. Supporting me even when you didn't want me to continue. We had to do something for you."
Rikku brushed away a stray tear that began to form in the corner of her eye. "Yunie, that's so sweet."
"Alright, enough of this sentimental stuff. It's time for some presents!" Wakka cut in as he handed Rikku a large box. "This is from me, ya."
The box was wrapped in simple red paper and Rikku quickly tore into it throwing the paper around her. Inside the box was an assortment of potions and other odd items.
"Since you like to mix things so much, I thought I would give you a bunch to try out with." He explained.
Lulu stepped up next and handed her a smaller box and more tastefully wrapped. Inside was a nice green bracelet. She quickly removed her glove and slipped the jewelry on. It fit perfectly, as if it had been made for her.
"Chappu gave that to me years ago, but I never was able to wear it. I remembered having it when Yuna reminded me about today. I think he would be happy to see it get some good use."
"Thank you, Lulu. I'll take real good care of it, I promise." She held her wrist close to her chest before Kimahri handed her another package. Inside was a sphere from during their travels. As much as she wanted to watch it now, Rikku knew she would rather wait until she was alone. Besides, who knew what Kimahri could have on that thing?
Just as Tidus was about to apologize for not having anything to give her, a knock sounded on the inn door. He stood up to answer it with a confused expression on his face.
On the other side stood a figure dressed from head to toe in monks garb. He was so covered that even seeing his face was impossible. The man forced his way into the room and centered in on Rikku. She stared at him in fear wondering if he really was an Al Bhed hater and was going to kill her on the spot. She opened her eyes wide when he reached into his robe. Instead of a weapon, he pulled out a sphere. Setting it down on a table it began to play.
Tidus quickly closed the door before anyone in the hall were to see what was going on in the room. As music blared from the sphere player, the man began to dance in ways no man should be able to move. Hips began to swivel in circles in front of Rikku's face. Her eyes grew bigger at the thought of what was under all those clothes.
The rest of the people in the room watched in expressions ranging from shock to amazement. Wakka was in the corner of the room trying to hide the fact that he was even watching. Though he didn't believe in Yevon any longer, he knew that had to be wrong on some level.
Lulu and Yuna were now starting to get into the action. This was becoming more entertaining as the show went on. Tidus was hiding his face behind his hands, but was secretly taking mental notes so that he might be able to do the same for Yuna later.
Rikku for her part had gotten over the initial shock and was now joining in removing clothing from they mystery man. Her own hips began to grind into his as she moved around him. His arms wrapped around her and picked her up so that she was level with himself. She reached forward to try and remove the covering on his face, but he grabbed her hand and lowered it back to her side.
Yuna began to whoop in excitement. Her hands clapped and she looked over to see Lulu starting to do the same.
Another article of clothing was thrown in their direction and Yuna reacted by catching it from mid-air. Rikku seemed to be having fun now. Small hands trailed up and down the male's body trying to find new and exciting secrets that she was sure she would never get to see again.
Her hands ran down along his side earning a growl of pleasure from the stripper. His head leaned in close to her breasts. She eagerly welcomed him and encouraged him to do as he pleased. He lowered her back to her feet where she make quick work of his pants where they went flying off somewhere behind her. Lulu caught them and held them close to her chest as a means to have something to remember this night from.
The mystery man now stood in the center of the room, music blaring from the sphere on the table, he stood wearing little more the next to nothing. It was obvious from the bulge under his shorts that he was enjoying the show as much as the woman were. As he swayed and dipped Rikku around the room, the music stopped signaling the show was over.
He dipped her one last time leaving her to feel very much aroused with no way to relieve the pressure that had built up between her legs. The man smirked behind his mask and gathered what belongings he could find before leaving the room.
All three woman dropped to the floor totally spent from the excitement.
"That was certainly something, ya?" Wakka asked the room.
"I didn't even know men could do some of those things." Tidus added.
The woman glanced at one another before dissolving into fits of giggles.
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Auron stepped out of the shower, cold water dripping from his back and shoulders. Tonight had been a long night. But he had plans to sleep until morning. Yuna was safe enough with everyone with her celebrating Rikku's birthday. He could rest until they traveled again.
He rolled his eyes as he dried off and got dressed. More noise came from Tidus and Wakka's room. Just as he was about to leave the room, his hand hovered over the light sphere before he shrouded a dark mask into darkness.