Author's Note: I love Rurouni Kenshin and the multiple ships that come with it.

Summary: Kaoru's getting some vibes from Aoshi and not in a good way.

Disclaimer: I do no own the characters Nobuhiro Watsuki has created, just the plot and that's it.


"Kenshin, is everything alright?" A sound came from the dojo that startled her. Kaoru ran as quick as she could towards the dojo. A visitor was with Kenshin, someone who she didn't fully trust.

Kaoru stood near the entrance, peeking in on her red-headed companion.

"Yes, Kaoru-dono, everything is alright. There's no need to worry. Aoshi-dono, is a friend." Kenshin gave her a smile.

"A-Alright, Kenshin. I'll be out in the backyard if you need me." Kaoru looked uneasily at the Oniwanbanshu leader. He did not smile at all, he wore Western clothing, he -

"Kaoru-dono?"

"Oh, right." Kaoru popped out of her reverie and found that Aoshi was also looking at her. "I better train Yahiko." Kaoru scurried towards the backyard. She had a bad feeling about the okashira and it did not lessen the fact that Kenshin was with him.


Author's Note: Written for 100_fairytales on LJ, prompt: The fox as shepherd