Okay! New chapter! Here we go!…shit. I'll admit it-my creativity DIED today. I'm behind on all my stories, and I think…I think I'm losing my appetite for lemon. Fluffy romance works too…well, fluffy yuri romance…well, fluffy crack semi-plotless not-TOO-OC yuri romance…yeah. Anyways, I'm not gonna update as much as I used to, so that basically means you're gonna see me once or twice a month. Maybe. Standard warnings-lemon, yuri(girlxgirl),no under 17s, some plot disarray/changes/shifting/other stuff, enjoy! This starts when Hakuei and Seishun are kinda ambushed by the Kouga in that valley.
"Princess!" Seishun exclaimed. Hakuei stood still, her hand clenching slightly in pain before easing out. Why didn't she dodge? That would've been easy to dodge and she knows it! I know she wants to make a point but-but this is crazy! A wound like that will hamper her in battle and- Seishun gasped as the Kouga men rallied, Hakuei's words being ineffective. Damn it! Seishun thought, sliding off her horse and gripping the handle of her swords. With these odds- Seishun started as the men charging at her slowed, a look of shock on their faces. Seishun turned, looking past Hakuei to see the old woman-and that boy.
She stopped them…oh thank kami, she stopped them…but what does she want? Will she join or leave? Or…will she tell them to attack again. Seishun shifted her grip off her swords in relief when she saw the old lady bow. They've submitted…that's great…Lady Hakuei will be happy about this… Seishun went down to one knee as the warriors dropped their weapons, falling to a bow as well.
"We must get back quickly-I fear Ryosai may take action before we can tell him of this development." Seishun nodded, then paused. "But- my lady, your wounds-even if we can't treat properly, we should still-" Hakuei shook her head, giving Seishun a look of urgency. "Ryosai is greedy and ambitious. I fear he may try to mobilize the army, and should he rally them before we get back-well, they may go on to fight against my will." Hakuei jumped upwards into the saddle, turning her horse swiftly. Seishun ran over and mounted her own horse, quickly pushing it into a gallop.
Would Ryosai really go as far as to try and wipe out the village with us there? The man is certainly foul-tempered and shady… Seishun ground to a halt as Hakuei gasped, slowing. Seishun's eyes grew wide at the the sight-Ryosai, sitting triumphantly on his horse, sneering down at them. The army behind him shifted, bows loaded and aimed directly at them. "How sad is this story? You, the beloved princess, was brutally murdered after those Kouga wretches rallied in primal anger. Faced with no choice, I stepped upwards and lead the troops to victory, avenging your death and expanding the empire!" Ryosai swung his sword down and charged, the archers behind him firing.
Seishun slid off the horse and quickly sent it running, know it would only be killed in the crossfire. She crouched down next to Hakuei's horse as the arrows above them froze, caught by the wind. Seishun clenched her fists around her swords, drawing in a deep breath as the soldiers charged, battered but mostly unharmed by the wind. "Buy me some time, Seishun." Seishun nodded and ran forwards, drawing her swords quickly.
Crossing them in front of her, Seishun stopped and yelled, "Household vessel: Sōgetsuken!"(That means Double Moon Swords in English). Slashing outwards, she watched as the men in front of her were blown back, the wind whipping around angrily. Shifting the grip on her swords, Seishun charged forwards, making use of the panic. Don't kill anyone, don't kill anyone… Seishun jumped back, dodging a sword slash as she countered on her left. Another charged from her right, and she twisted sideways, kicking him in the stomach. Ducking down, she slashed through the leg of the man across from her, then rolled backwards as an arrow landed where her head used to be.
Panting, Seishun crossed her swords in front of herself as she heard Hakuei chant Paimon's name, the wind stirring is response. Dropping down lower to the ground, Seishun grit her teeth as the wind force tore up grass, the panicked yells of the soldiers barely reaching her ears. Wincing, Seishun stood warily and looked back at Hakuei, who was proclaiming her intent to kill Ryosai. With her in full Djinn equip…this is going to be a hard battle! Seishun thought. But…there's no way I'll let Ryosai win this!
Seishun coughed, falling forwards to one knee as blood showered the grass. She grunted in pain as someone kicked her in the back, sending her sprawling forwards. D-Damn it…I can't move m-much and…my swords…are in enemy hands… Seishun grit her teeth as Hakuei grunted next to her, Ryosai snarling angrily. His voice turned mocking and scornful and Seishun dug her fingers into the ground, grinding her teeth together. My back and ribs are on fire…and I can't feel my thigh…left shoulder either…but still…Seishun raised her head, vision blurring. "You bastard!" Hakuei screamed suddenly, making her head ring.
A rustle of clothes, and then a violent clang. Seishun's eyes widened as she saw Hakuei bearing down on Ryosai with a sword in hand, face tight with anger. Hakuei-dono… Seishun thought fearfully. Placing her right hand on the ground, Seishun tried to push herself up, gasping when someone shoved her head down with a foot. I can't…get them off…of me…Hakuei…dono…I can't… Seishun's visioned darkened dramatically, the red tint of blood filling her left eye. Damn it… Seishun thought, mouth slack as she heard Hakuei cry out.
Arrows…someone…fired arrows…she…can't…defend…she'll…die…like this… Seishun bit down on her tongue hard, groaning loudly as she snapped herself awake. Her breath burned in her lungs as she pulled her head back, bracing herself on one elbow as the red stain underneath her grew larger. Hakuei was being held down in front of Ryosai, who raised his sword in triumph, starting a downwards stroke. No… Seishun's mind recalled her, forcing her back into unconsciousness as Ryosai let out a yell, the ground shaking. What's…happening… Seishun thought as her eyes closed, the darkness washing over her.
Hakuei winced as she turned Seishun over, the blood squelching under her hands. She's lost so much of it…she's unconscious…but at least she's breathing, Hakuei thought in relief. Looking back towards Aladdin, Hakuei saw he was moving the bodies of the soldiers, placing them next to a large rock. Looking down at Seishun, Hakuei leaned over her and pressed her forehead against her guard's, which was half-covered in blood. I know you won't die on me, Seishun… Hakuei opened her eyes, pulling back. We need to get back and inform my squadron…I know they would've stayed at camp, dispute Ryosai's orders…so long as he hasn't killed them...
"Aladdin! Could you do me a favor?" Hakuei called, turning to face the boy. Aladdin looked up in surprise, then nodded. Hakuei smiled briefly, standing slowly. "I need you to carry Seishun back to camp on your turban-back to the room you met me in that night. Can you do that for me?" Aladdin nodded, looking slightly confused. "Don't you want to come?" Hakuei shook her head, looking over at Seishun's prone figure. "We need to get her back fast. If you see anyone there, tell them to dress her wounds quickly and wait for me to arrive. Could you do that?" Aladdin nodded, understanding. "I'll circle back and pick you up too, Miss Hakuei!" Aladdin called out, pulling Ugo back into the flute.
Hakuei nodded, carefully sitting down in the middle of the field. She turned, looking over at the broken weapons and pools of blood, sighing. Why is it that no matter where I go, no matter who I go with, there is always bloodshed? Is my wish for peace truly impossible? Hakuei shook her head quickly, crossing her legs in front of her. No. I have seen peace before, even made a small amount…this path, the one Ryosai tried to use, is only going to bring more violence…but how different is my own path, really? Hakuei's eyes widened as Seishun's words rang in her ears suddenly.
I want you to succeed in your goal of bringing about peace…because that's a wonderful goal…Hakuei-dono is caring and kind, tolerant and talented…you never gave up, continuing with peace instead of fighting, which is more than others would've done… Hakuei smiled to herself, the Rukh spiraling around her joyfully. Seishun…If I could go with her, and just her…then maybe I could make lasting peace… Hakuei blinked, then laughed suddenly. My, what a hopeless romantic I'm turning into…and all for my guard…my clumsy, hopeless kind guard… Hakuei sighed, looking up at the sky. "What am I to do?" She asked, looking back around at the carnage. Standing, Hakuei began walking through the field, towards the camp.
Aladdin found her passed out halfway back, blood leaking from her arrow wounds.
Seishun blinked, squinting her eyes in the half-light. This is…the room at camp… Seishun's head throbbed, making her grit her teeth. Taking a deep breath, Seishun grunted as her ribs and back burned, all the pain flooding back. Damn it…damn it, this really hurts… Seishun couldn't stop the tears from forming in the corner of her eyes as she turned her head to the side, looking around the room slowly. She blinked in confusion when she saw her cot in the corner, realizing she was lying in Hakuei's bed. Oh no… Seishun thought. Slowly, she turned her head to the left, almost crying out in relief. Hakuei was there, lying on her back, deep asleep.
Seishun smiled as her tears fell, this time happy instead of painful. She's safe…she's alive…thank the gods… Seishun let out a huge sigh of relief, wincing as her ribs throbbed again. Seishun carefully brought her left hand up, resting it between her head and Hakuei's. Should I… Gulping, Seishun brushed her fingers against the edge of Hakuei's cheek, eyes widening slightly. She carefully placed two fingers by Hakuei's ear, trailing around it lightly. Her skin is so soft, even after a battle… Seishun winced as her attempt to laugh made her lungs burn, bringing about a coughing spell.
Seishun pulled her hand away from Hakuei's face to cover her mouth as her shoulders shook gently. Tired, Seishun barely registered the blood on her hand, simply wiping it on her bandages. It will probably be a while…before I'm fully healed…or even healed enough to train… Seishun turned back to look at Hakuei, whose head was turned slightly away from Seishun now. Disappointed slightly, Seishun looked back up at the ceiling, not noticing the faint grin on Hakuei's "sleeping" face. Her disappointment evaporated when Hakuei turned over, shortening the distance between them to a mere inch.
Seishun stared straight upwards, feeling her face heat up as Hakuei's breath hit her neck. This is like…pleasant torture…Hakuei-dono, why do you do this to me? Seishun thought desperately. Hakuei hid a grin as she heard Seishun moan, obviously exasperated. Opening one eye slowly, Hakuei yawned, pretending to wake up. "Why, good morning, Seishun. How are you?" Hakuei asked calmly, as if this were a normal situation. Seishun's face darkened in color as she stammered "G-Great. How are you, Hakuei-dono?". Hakuei looked up at her and suddenly frowned slightly, setting Seishun's nerves on edge.
"Wh-what's wrong?" Seishun asked nervously. Hakuei reached up and cupped the side of Seishun's face, trailing her thumb across her cheek. "Why…why are you crying?" Seishun started, reaching up to wipe one of her eyes. "O-Oh yeah, I forgot about that…It's nothing, I just woke up and…" Hakuei raised an eyebrow and Seishun gulped, her heart pounding again. That look…that look is alway my undoing… Seishun sighed, pressing her head into Hakuei's hand. "It's really nothing, I p-promise…" Damn this stuttering… Hakuei leaned closer, concern obvious in her eyes.
Seishun melted as soon as she saw the concern-if it was really going to worry Hakuei this much… Seishun sighed and looked away, flushing pink again. "Well, when I woke up…I saw I w-was in here, so I thought…that I was in my cot but…when I found out I was in y-your bed, I th-thought you weren't…back or even…gone…" Seishun closed her eyes, bringing her hands together on the bedsheets. "I thought…I thought maybe you…you hadn't…" Seishun whimpered, unable to finish the thought. "Seishun…" Hakuei whispered, touched by her thoughtfulness, even in her injured state.
Hakuei closed her eyes and scooted closer, pressing up against Seishun's left side and placing her head on her shoulder. "Just stay right here. I promise I won't leave." Seishun blinked quickly, trying to calm her heart. "Of c-course." Hakuei carefully wrapped her hands around Seishun's arms, bitting back a giggle as Seishun's breath hitched slightly. You really can be adorable sometimes, Seishun. I wish you knew that. Hakuei let out a breath, relaxing completely. Seishun was slowly letting out the air in her lungs, careful not to move her arm. Hakuei opened her eyes slowly, thinking. Should I ask her? I'm pretty sure of the answer, but…
"Seishun? Can I ask you something?" Seishun opened her eyes, tilting her head to look at Hakuei's head. "Of course." Hakuei nodded, an uncharacteristic blush crossing her face. "Yes…how do I phrase this…well, to put it one way…have you ever…well, slept with…anyone?" Seishun froze, then blinked slowly. "Uh…uh…erm…I…wha…uhh…ummm…" Seishun couldn't quite put a sentence together, her brain short-circuiting from shock. D-did she really…just ask me that? I…don't know…what to think…could she…? No, don't be crazy…she probably just wants to know because…because of…the book, that's it…yeah…still…for her to ask…I don't even know…what… A bit of blood trickled out of Seishun's nose, going unnoticed by her until Hakuei reached up to wipe it away.
"…I'm going to take that as a no, then." Seishun nodded, her eyes fixed on the ceiling as her face betrayed her embarrassment. "Uhmm… if I m-m-may ask…" Seishun bit her lip, turning her eyes towards the door of the room, opposite of Hakuei. "Why…why d-do you…w-well…a-ask?" Seishun's chest burned, not just from the wounds, but also from curiosity. She felt Hakuei shift slightly, but couldn't stop her small noise of surprise-somewhere between a gasp and a whimper-from escaping her lips as Hakuei turned her head gently with her hands, now sitting up on her elbows. "Why do you think I'm asking?" Hakuei whispered seductively, her eyes half-closed. Seishun gulped, but relaxed slightly when Hakuei smiled, brushing her nose against Seishun's cheek.
Seishun raised her left hand, her fingertips grazing the underside of Hakuei's chin before pulling back. Hakuei leaned down and pressed her lips against Seishun's, stealing her breath away. Seishun moaned slightly as Hakuei pressed down, bringing one hand around to cup Seishun's face. Her other hand braced herself up as she shifted her legs so she was hovering over Seishun slightly, holding most of her body weight above her. At least now I know…but I can't right now…we're both injured, and I can't…risk anything. Hakuei traced Seishun's jaw with her fingertips, feeling her pulse. Her heart was beating hard and fast, maybe even a bit too fast.
Hakuei broke off, looking down at Seishun with slight worry. Seishun gasped as Hakuei pulled back, her eyes half-closed, chest heaving. Hakuei worry grew as she saw Seishun's eye begin to close, her arm going slack next to her side. Oh shit…I should've known she wasn't healed enough for this… Hakuei moved back over to her side, pressing gently up against her arm, careful not to shift her. Seishun didn't react as Hakuei moved, continuing to take deep breaths. She slid into sleep quickly, her head lolling to the side. Hakuei smiled, deep in thought.
She's not yet ready…then again, am I? It's been a while since…that doesn't matter. I need to make sure she's comfortable with it, then I can focus on…the rest.
Yay! Done! Long chapter-well, kinda. This is the most I could come up with. Not too bad, but I've still done better. Sorry to all the ppl who think I could be doing better things with my time, but it's MY time for a reason. If anyone wants to take over one of my stories-LingFan, either of the Naruto ones, my Bleach yuri one, or maybe even my Shizuru/Natsuki one-PM me. I'm seriously considering it. Hope you enjoyed, again, may, just MAY be some…action in the next chapter. Not promising anything.