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Chapter 4:

Chie smiled as she surveyed her beautiful surroundings. She had come across this particular hot spring sometime last year, and every since that day, she had claimed the little spot as her own. There was a large flowing waterfall that surrounded the hidden area, and big colorful rocks on either side of it. If you looked at the rocks just right, it almost seemed as if they were shining.

"Chie!" an excited voice cried out, as two skinny arms wrapped around Chie's waist.

Chie grinned and turned to face the person who was holding her tightly.

"Aoi! You're here! Where the heck have you been lately?" Chie said excitedly, happy to see the brunette.

"Sorry Chie, I haven't been able to make it out here because Mashiro has been very strict about going out during Midori's visit." Aoi pouted, and then hugged Chie again.

Chie snapped her fingers. "Oh that's right. Midori went to visit Mashiro in hopes of improving tribal relations. At least that's what the other girls told me." Chie finished, scratching her head.

Neither Chie nor Aoi understood what the big deal was about Hime Vs. Otome, but it hadn't always been that way between them. When Chie had first discovered the secluded hot spring, she had visited her special place every night. One night she had come to the spring and was surprised to find Aoi bathing there. Chie would never forget that day, as Aoi had stood up, she had seen her naked chest. At the time, there wasn't too much to see, as Aoi, like Chie had only been twelve.

When Chie had realized that Aoi was not from her tribe, and was in fact an Otome, she was immediately wary. The two had then gotten into an argument over whose special place it was. Because neither one would leave, the two stubborn girls sat in silence for about an hour, until Aoi suggested they have a water fight.

The girls soon discovered that two was better than one, and it was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Chie and Aoi would meet late at night and play in the springs until the wee hours of the morning. Of course they had to do so secretly, as both knew they would be in trouble if anyone from their tribes found out about it.

Lately the two mischievous girls had a special routine which involved first gossiping about their fellow tribe mates, then going for a swim, and lastly, and most important, their new favorite thing to do was KISS.

Oh yes. Aoi had observed two of her fellow tribe mates, Nina and Erstin, in a passionate embrace. That very day she coerced Chie into trying it out with her. Night time swims hadn't been the same since.

"Hurry up slowpoke!" Aoi called, snapping Chie out of her daydream.

"I'm coming!" Chie hollered back, ready to jump right into the water.

Before Chie could dive right in, Aoi stopped. Chie watched as the blue eyed girl quickly and easily began to remove her clothes. Chie then looked down, trying not to stare. In only one short year, Aoi had definitely grown up. Although she was just coming into herself, Chie could already see the changes in her body shape, and of course in her chest.

Chie looked down at her own flat chest. Some girls had all the luck. She sighed and then remembered Aoi was getting naked, and that put a smile on her face once more.

"C'mon Chie aren't you going to get undressed?" Aoi called out innocently.

Chie shook her head and joined Aoi at the edge of the water.

"Not today, I'm kinda cold." Chie lied, pretending to shiver.

Aoi shrugged nonchalantly. "Suit yourself." she said, as she waded in.

The two girls played and splashed for awhile, each forgetting their cares and worries for a short time. Finally as the two became tired, they settled down together close to the waterfall. Chie was surprised as Aoi sat on her lap, wrapping her arms around Chie's neck. The young girl leaned in and Chie could feel her face go red.

"Aoi?"Chie asked softly, as she enjoyed the warm water lapping up over her body.

"Hmmm?" Aoi asked, eyes closed.

"Have you ever DONE IT?" Chie asked seriously.

Aoi's eyes opened quickly and she snapped her head in Chie's direction. "What?"

"You know." Chie said, narrowing her eyes. "Have you ever done IT??"

Aoi giggled and Chie looked away embarrassed.

"I still don't know what "IT" is." Aoi replied, turning Chie to face her.

"Okay." Chie thought, wondering how she should explain. "Well you know how we've kissed right?" she asked.

Aoi nodded her head. "I like kissing you." she beamed.

Chie could feel another blush creep up her face. "I like kissing you too." she said slowly.

"Then why haven't you kissed me yet tonight?" Aoi inquired, baiting the trap.

"Ah...uh...well..." Chie put her hand behind her head, looking quite sheepish.

"Kiss me." Aoi said, her voice suddenly dropping an octave lower.

Aoi didn't have to ask again, as she felt Chie lean forward and press her lips softly against her own. Aoi loved the feel of Chie's soft, cool lips, and although she hadn't had a lot of experience in these matters, she knew Chie was a great kisser.

"M-more..." Aoi moaned into Chie's mouth, as Chie held her close.

Aoi's mouth opened as their lips met again. Chie's tongue traced Aoi's lips, before slipping into her mouth. Chie's tongue stroked Aoi's, making her shiver. Deeper it plunged, curling to the back of her teeth as it explored. Chie brought her right hand up to brush against Aoi's breast.

"Aoi..." Chie breathed heavily between sweet kisses. "I want...to...show you...something..." Chie gasped, as her senses went into overload.

Maybe it was the kissing, or the talk about "doing it", or possibly the hot, naked, Aoi in her arms, but whatever it was, Chie was about to lose it.

Aoi wasn't sure what Chie was up to, but she was definitely ready, willing, and able to find out. Aoi gasped softly as she once again felt Chie's hands upon her breasts. Her nimble fingers seemed to awaken Aoi's nipples, and both girls watched in amazement as they hardened. Aoi was about to say something when she was cut off by the dark-haired girl.

"Shhh. Just trust me." Chie said, suddenly sounding much older then she was.

Aoi nodded and leaned back against Chie's body. Chie moved the palm of her hand over Aoi's chest as she cupped and caressed both of her breasts. Without another word, Chie bent her head down and slipped her mouth over Aoi's right breast. Aoi's eyes fluttered open as she immediately began to enjoy the sensation.

"Ohhhhhh." Aoi gasped, as Chie continued to graze her teeth and tongue over Aoi's perky nipples.

Chie, alarmed, stopped and looked up.

"Are you okay?" she asked, truly worried.

"Yes! Yes! Don't stop!" Aoi cried excitedly, as she pushed Chie's head back down to her chest.

Chie settled down again, this time taking Aoi's left breast into her mouth. Trying something new, she began to swirl her tongue around in circles. Aoi seemed to really enjoy that, as she continued to moan and gasp under Chie's mouth.

"Chie..." Aoi panted, feeling a strange sensation between her legs. "This is...way...better...than kissing..." she admitted, between breaths.

"Aoi." Chie said, suddenly stopping.

"What?" Aoi asked, wondering why Chie stopped.

"There's more." Chie said, slightly unsure about the next part.

"More?" Aoi asked incredulously. "What could be better than that?" Aoi asked, pointing to her chest.

"Well..." Chie said, once again hands behind her head. "Nao and Akira were doing OTHER things too."

"Really??" Aoi asked, wide eyed. "Show me!" she exclaimed, and as she shifted her body forward she could feel her own arousal against her legs.

"All right, but don't freak out okay?" Chie said, unsure of whether or not Aoi would allow her to proceed with the next part.

Aoi eyed Chie suspiciously, before shrugging her shoulders.

"I trust you." she said softly, taking Chie's hand into her own.

Chie surveyed their surroundings once more, before pulling Aoi up onto her feet.

"Let's move up there." she said, pointing towards a spot on the grassy bank.

Aoi nodded, and the two girls moved from the water and up closer to the rocks.

"They're so beautiful up close." Aoi said, momentarily lost in thought.

"They're amazing." Chie breathed heavily, reaching out to tentatively touch one.

Aoi followed suit, and they both gasped at how warm the rocks were.

Chie then had an idea. Aoi was shivering from the water, and she didn't want her uncomfortable in any way with what they were going to do.

"Prop yourself up on this one." Chie offered, gazing at the flat rock before them. "It will warm you up." she observed.

Aoi nodded once more and lay her back against the large rock. Chie then knelt beside her, stopping to push her legs apart. Aoi had not been expecting that, and as Chie stared down at her most intimate area, suddenly Aoi felt self conscious.

"Chie!" Aoi screamed, quickly closing her legs.

As Chie looked to Aoi's now reddened face, she smiled softly and took her hand.

"I thought you said you trusted me." she whispered, throat suddenly dry.

Aoi's face changed from one of shock, to understanding. She then nodded once more and lay back down facing Chie.

"Okay." she said. "I do trust you. I'm just...feeling..." Aoi stopped, trying to voice her thoughts.

Chie didn't wait for her to finish, as she lay down beside her, gently parting Aoi's legs for the second time. Aoi completely lost her train of thought, as she stared down into Chie's deep brown eyes. Chie looked back, waiting for permission, and as Aoi nodded one last time, Chie descended upon the blue eyed girl.

Aoi was not sure what was happening or what to expect. She braced herself, as she felt Chie's body between her legs. Chie leaned down and slowly placed a soft kiss on Aoi's now swollen lips. Aoi then gasped as Chie inhaled the scent of her arousal. As Chie's tongue rolled softly over her lips, Aoi let out a slow moan of pleasure. Chie then parted Aoi's lips with the tip of her tongue, slowly dragging it up and down her, penetrating deeper and deeper with each movement she made.

"Chie!" Aoi breathed softly, grasping Chie's head and pulling her closer.

As Aoi pulled Chie closer, it only served to drive Chie's tongue deeper inside of her. Chie could feel Aoi's juices as they coated her tongue. She lapped them up eagerly, as quickly as they came. Chie's hand reached down to fondle Aoi's smooth bottom, and Aoi's hips began to thrust against Chie's mouth.

"Chie..." Aoi panted. "What are you...doing...to...me.."...

"Do you want me to stop?" Chie asked, moving her mouth away for a moment.

"NO!" Aoi almost screamed, ramming Chie's head back down between her legs. "Don't stop until I tell you to."

Chie wasted no time in picking up where she left off. This time she parted Aoi's folds with her fingers and slowly inserted them into the brunette. Aoi's hips thrust against the intruding fingers, and she gently began to ride them. Chie continued to slide her fingers in and out of Aoi, each time pushing in a little bit further.

"Chie..." Aoi said slowly. "Keep doing that, but put your mouth here." she said, as she pointed to her most sensitive spot.

Chie had no problem obliging as she sucked Aoi's pulsing wetness into her mouth. Alternating between fingers and tongue, Chie continued to assault Aoi with everything she had. It didn't take long before Aoi had reached her limit.

"Chie...Chie...hold me..." Aoi cried out, as she reached for Chie's free hand.

Chie entwined her fingers with Aoi's and gently pushed their hands against the shiny rock. As Aoi's body shook violently, Chie held onto her hand as tightly as she could. Finally Aoi's body stopped spasming, and the blue eyed girl looked up wearily at her friend.

"Wow." Aoi breathed, smiling happily. "That was amazing!"

"Really?" Chie asked. She had definitely thought so.

"Yes, really." Aoi grinned, pulling Chie's face closer to hers.

"Now what?" Chie asked, still unsure of what happened next.

"Now you hold me, and kiss me, and tell me how beautiful I am??" Aoi murmured into Chie's ear.

Chie smiled.

"I love you Aoi." Chie said seriously.

Aoi's face turned from one of playfulness to one of seriousness.

"Chie, do you even know what it means to love someone?" she asked slowly, squeezing Chie's hand.

"No, probably not." Chie admitted. "But if I was to love someone, it would be you." she replied honestly.

Aoi's heart fluttered slightly, hearing Chie's words.

"I love you too." she whispered, leaning back into Chie's embrace.

"Let's rest for a moment and then I will walk you back to the clearing." Chie suggested, watching as the sun began to emerge from the sky.

Aoi nodded, holding Chie close.

"Hey Chie?" Aoi asked once more.

"Hey what?" Chie answered, grinning.

"Tell me that you love me again?" Aoi said, playful once more.

Chie sighed, before laughing. "I love you, I love you, I love you."

Aoi closed her eyes, resting on Chie's shoulder.

"Good."

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Flashback: Two years ago. Haruka age 16, Nao age 15, Yukino Age 15.

The day had started out like any other, except for the fact that the day before had been monumental. Yohko, Queen Midori's partner, had given birth to a healthy baby girl. They had named the child Konoko, and nobody could have been a prouder parent than Midori.

Midori was in fact so happy, that she declared the next day to be a holiday. A day in which they would put aside all of their usual duties, and instead focus on the three "P" philosophy. That consisted of Plundering, Pillaging, and PARTYING! Midori had mapped out a tiny village on the outskirts of the Aries border, in which the tribe could invade, and well, do as they wished.

Yohko, having just given birth, had another "P" to add to the pile.

Pissed off.

Having already drank quite a bit of Mai's homemade "Strange Brew", Midori couldn't figure out why on earth Yohko would pick such a wonderful day to be angry. No matter though, Midori was not about to let anything or anyone ruin her day.

Now Haruka was extremely purpose driven. She hunted because it was important. They needed food to live, and therefore by hunting she was contributing to the lifespan of the tribe.

Hunting equaled purpose.

As the tribe gathered and was divided into groups, Haruka questioned what purpose this was serving. She glanced over to Natsuki, who was right in there with the rest of them. She too had been drinking the brew, and had begun to get louder and even more irritating than usual. Haruka shook her head and glanced to those who had decided against joining them.

Of the few who stayed behind were Yohko, Mikoto and Mai. Mai had just given birth a few days before Yohko, and she too was still trying to recover. Mikoto, unlike Midori, understood that Mai needed time to rest, and had declared she would not leave her partner's side, until Mai was feeling better. Mikoto was going to help Yoko and Mai look after the newborns, and keep an eye on the younger members of the tribe. Miyu and Akira also stayed. They would take turns guarding the watch tower, making sure that those left behind stayed safe.

As the group embarked on their raid, Haruka couldn't help but to ponder why she was feeling so down. She had lived this life for sixteen years, and although she loved her family, she couldn't help but think that there was more to life than this. As she continued to think about her life, she happened to see Nao stray away from the group. Haruka's eyes widened, as she watched the redhead maneuver through the crowd of people, and out of sight.

What was she up to?

Suddenly feeling purposeful again, Haruka marched off after her. She knew as one of the eldest of the girls, it was her responsibility to watch out for the younger members. She followed Nao for quite a way, until the girl stopped suddenly and turned around.

"You can quit following me now." the redhead grumbled.

Haruka quickly caught up to the girl and confronted her.

"Where do you think you're going? It's dangerous to stray away from the group." she lectured.

Nao rolled her eyes. "They bore me. I mean, you don't look all that thrilled about this trip either." she said with mischief in her eyes.

Haruka thought for a moment. That was true, but still, they couldn't just go off and do whatever they wanted to.

"Listen Nao, as your elder, you have to do as I say. And I am now commanding you to follow me back and rejoin the group."

Nao snorted, before turning to run. "You have to catch me first." she called back.

Haruka was stunned at Nao's refusal to listen, but quickly regained her composure as she took off after the younger girl.

"Get back here!" she yelled fiercely, as she picked up speed.

Nao was no slouch, and with her head start, easily pulled away from the angry blonde. As Haruka barreled through the thick trees and grass, she stopped suddenly, at the awesome sight before her.

A few yards away, right in front of her, stood a large stone wall. The wall seemed to be all encompassing, as it stretched from side to side, as far as Haruka's eye could see.

"You like it?" Nao asked, suddenly beside her.

"It's amazing." Haruka gasped. "I've never seen anything like it."

Nao grinned. "Let's get a better look." she said, darting towards it.

Haruka was suddenly overcome with fear. What the heck was that thing? Maybe it wasn't safe. She quickly followed after Nao, catching up with her near the entrance.

"Wait! We shouldn't come here by ourselves. It might be dangerous. Who knows what could be behind that wall?" Haruka inquired, but Nao wasn't listening.

"Listen grandma, I'm going up and over. I wouldn't want you to hurt your elderly back, so you stay here and play look out." Nao motioned to the wall.

"Hey wait--" but before Haruka could protest any further Nao had scaled the wall spider style and was out of sight.

Haruka crossed her arms and sighed. What should she do now? She contemplated whether or not to follow Nao. Her thoughts were interrupted by two loud voices to her left hand side. They were coming from the other side of the wall. Haruka's curiosity got the best of her, and she moved towards the left, following the wall with her hand. She was soon rewarded, as the voices became clearer, and the wall opened into a small clearing.

Haruka eyed the scene before her. She seemed to be before some sort of garden. In the garden stood two figures. One was that of a small girl, possibly in her early teens. The other was that of a large, light-haired man. Up until this point, the only men Haruka had come in contact with, were those of the small villages they had raided. Usually those men were poor, filthy and vulgar. This particular man was different.

The way he walked, talked and looked, screamed of the nobility. Haruka thought for a moment, before remembering the map Midori had displayed. Their destination had been right by the Aries border. She gasped as she realized Nao had led them right into the Kingdom of Aries. Haruka's mind raced, wondering how she could get Nao, and get the hell out of there, in the quickest time possible.

Her thoughts were interrupted as the young girl began to scream. Haruka jumped easily into the tree overlooking the garden and began to watch intently.

"I'll die before I marry you." the girl said defiantly to the man.

"You have no choice." the man hissed. "It's your father's dying wish to see us married." he grinned deviously.

"If my father knew the truth..." the girl started.

"He'd what? Stop me? I think not. Even if you're father wasn't on his death bed, there's nothing he could do." the man snarled as he lunged at the girl.

"NOOOOO!" screamed the young girl, as the man pushed her roughly against the base of a tree.

"Oh yes! Scream again princess, you sound just like Nagi did before he died." he said, as he pulled her dress up above her waist.

As the girl thrashed around in protest, the man smiled deviously as he undid his own pants, letting them drop to the ground.

"Stop struggling." the man warned the girl still pressed against the tree. As he was about to thrust his himself inside of her, he changed his mind and instead pushed her brutally to the ground.

Now Haruka was staring in awe of the whole scene. She wasn't exactly sure what was happening, but the alarms in her head were going off for the poor young girl. She was conflicted. Everything inside of her said she should help the girl, and yet, she knew if she did that she could risk putting herself, Nao and the others in danger. She glanced back to the garden.

"Suck me." the man commanded.

"No!" the girl yelled, and was met with a hard punch to the face.

"There's no use in resisting. Nagi D'Artai, Anh Lu, and Kazuya Krau-xeku are all dead. You're the last piece in my puzzle. I am going to have my way with you, and when I am bored, I am going to get rid of you like I did the others."

The girl looked up in horror. Nagi, Anh, and Kazuya had been the respective leaders of Artai, An Nam, and Cardair. Those three Kingdoms plus Aries, made up the land known as Earl. Major Sergay Wang, had been the leader of Artai's army, until Nagi D'Artai had mysteriously spearfished. The people of Artai had been quick to appoint their army hero, Sergay into his position. Nagi had not been seen or heard of since. Somehow through power and corruption, Anh and Kazuya had also gone missing.

Without anyone to guide the Kingdoms, they had been easy prey for Sergay and his army. Sergay now had power over three fourths of Earl, and marrying this young girl would give him the final piece of power he desired. Although he had taken the other Kingdoms by force, Aries had been an entirely different matter. Instead he had persuaded the elderly King, that his daughter needed a strong man to rule beside her when he died. The King, knowing that Sergay was a very powerful man, agreed.

"Now Yukino Chrysant, I will only ask nicely once more." Sergay commanded, pushing the girl's head down once more. "Suck me."

Yukino tried to push away but eventually Sergay managed to thrust himself inside of her mouth. Sergay groaned loudly, as the poor girl between his legs suffered through her humiliation. Haruka's eyes were now as wide as could be. She suddenly felt the urge to protect the girl, as it coursed through her veins.

"Yukino." Haruka said softly, the name falling from her lips. "Hold on, I'm coming."

Just as Haruka was about to leap into action, Nao reappeared.

"Hey Haruka, let's go!" Nao yelled from below her. "Geez I tell you to stay put and you--" Nao stopped as her eyes wandered to the scene in the garden.

Sergay had ripped the dress from Yukino's back and had pushed her backwards onto the grass. He was now assaulting her with his fingers, as she cried out for him to stop.

"Oh shit." Haruka thought, looking down at Nao's frozen form. She quickly jumped from the tree and turned Nao away from the scene.

"Haruka..." Nao said, a sudden look of helplessness on her face.

Nao was not a girl that was easily shaken. It took a lot to get her to show her true emotions. But as she had turned her eyes upon the garden scene, the girl being beaten and humiliated, had to have been no older than her. For the first time in her life, Nao was scared.

"Haruka...do...something..." Nao said, fear present in her voice. She reached over and grabbed Haruka's hand. "Please..."

Haruka looked backwards and nodded. "Okay. Hurry back to Midori and the others. I'll catch up to you."

Nao looked at Haruka, feet not moving.

"Hurry!" Haruka commanded, as Nao scurried off towards the trees.

Yukino couldn't hold Sergay off much longer. Soon he would be inside of her, taking what was most precious to her. The young girl had never had relations with anyone before, and this only served to prove to her that men were vicious and hurtful. Yukino shut her eyes tightly, as Sergay mounted her, thrusting his hips against her own. As he was about to push himself fully inside of her, all of a sudden a golden haired angel appeared.

At least that's what Yukino saw. The angel pummeled the man with two fists, sending him flying to the ground. She quickly stepped in front of Yukino, glancing back to make sure the girl was all right.

"Stay there." she commanded, as Yukino nodded.

Yukino could finally get a get look at the girl now, realizing she was not an angel, but rather an Amazon. How amazing! Yukino had read all about the people who lived in the jungle. If she recalled correctly there were three areas of land in the jungle that was each home to a different tribe. These areas were not part of Earl, and were deemed to have their own rules and laws.

Garderobe was said to be the home of the tribe called HIME. The Hime's queen worked hard to make sure her tribe thrived and flourished. The Hime believed their survival hinged on the well being of the group as a whole.

Windbloom was where the OTOME lived. In the Otome tribe, the tribe members worked hard to make sure their queen was protected. They believed that the survival of their people depended on her guidance.

Lastly, Aswad was home to the elusive all-male tribe called the Kanzakis. Not much was known about them, except that they had no interest in procreation, and therefore were probably doomed. Neither the Hime or Otome tribe felt threatened by the Kanzakis.

After looking Haruka over, Yukino guessed she was a Hime. Only because she had heard that the Otome tribe consisted mostly of extremely young girls.

Yukino felt her heart pound as her eyes slowly took in every curve of the girl's muscular body.

Haruka grabbed Sergay and threw him face first into the tree.

What a woman. What a presence.

End Flashback

Yukino smiled remembering the first day she had met Haruka. Haruka had taken her in, cleaned her up and taken care of her since that day. Yukino looked down to her right arm, slowly tracing her finger over the newly formed birthmark.

"Haruka-chan what does it mean?" she called to the blonde, laying next to her in the bed.

Haruka, who had been staring intently at the mark as well, leaned closer to Yukino. She took the girl into her arms and kissed her softly on the cheek. She too traced the strange new marking on Yukino's arm with her own fingers. The marking was a light orange in color, and consisted of a small circle, with an even smaller dot in the middle.

"It means..." Haruka whispered, still holding Yukino tightly.

"That you are going to have our baby."

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Chie and Aoi made their way towards the clearing together. Both girls were giggling as they held hands. Although she had a wonderful time, Aoi was always sad that their time together had to end. As they approached the clearing, they spotted a girl sitting down in the grass.

Chie quickly pulled Aoi behind a large green tree.

"What??" Aoi yelped, as Chie placed her hand over Aoi's mouth.

"Shhh." Chie motioned, and let go.

Both girls watched as a dark haired girl sat contentedly on a blanket.

"Hey that looks like Akane-chan." Aoi observed.

"You know her?" Chie asked.

Aoi nodded. "She's only a year older than me. We hang out sometimes."

Chie pointed. "Looks like she's not alone."

Aoi turned her head to see what Chie was referring to. The two girls gasped collectively as another figure approached Akane. Although Chie had never seen a man up close before, she knew exactly what to call him.

"It's a THREE-LEGGED CREATURE!" she exclaimed, pointing at his exposed third leg.

"EWWWW!" Aoi commented, trying to shield her eyes. "Run Akane-chan! Run!" Aoi whispered, too afraid to yell it out loud.

"Is he going to attack her?" Chie asked, suddenly afraid.

Both girls turned once more to watch the scene play out. Suddenly the three-legged creature was behind Akane, helping her remove what was left of her clothing. Akane moaned lightly as he ran his fingers down the length of her body, before pulling her up to face him.

"Oh Kazu-kun." she said lustfully. "That feels so good."

Chie and Aoi exchanged glances. Was Akane-chan actually enjoying this?

"Holy crap! She's totally gonna "DO IT" with Mr. Three Legs!" Chie stated excitedly.

"Is that even possible? Girls...with...Boys...??." Aoi shuddered.

It was just plain wrong.

"We have to save her!" Aoi exclaimed.

Akane was now on all fours, and the three-legged creature was mounting her from behind.

"She doesn't look like she wants to be saved." Chie observed, cocking her head to the side.

Aoi sighed. What was happening? She had to save Akane!

"Ohhh Akane-chan."

"Mmmm Kazu-kun."

"Yup, doesn't want to be saved." Chie repeated, still trying to process what she was seeing.

Aoi was having a hard time accepting all of this, and as she paced back and forth deep in thought. She was concentrating so hard that she didn't notice the loose rocks in front of her, as she stepped and began to lose her footing.

"Ack! Chie!" she yelped, grabbing out for Chie's hand.

Unfortunately Chie was too engrossed in Akane and Mr. Three Legs to notice.

Aoi tumbled out of the trees and right into the clearing. Akane's eyes snapped open and she instantly covered her chest with her hands. Kazuya quickly pulled himself out of Akane and stood up.

"AAAACK!" Aoi yelped as she saw the offensive third leg once more.

Akane shot Kazuya a look, and he quickly looked for the shorts he had been wearing. Meanwhile Chie leaped from behind the bushes as well, ready for a fight if Mr. Three Legs tried to hurt Aoi.

"Aoi-chan?" Akane asked, removing her hands from her chest.

"Akane-chan?" Aoi murmured, gesturing to Kazuya. "What is going on?"

Akane turned red for a moment, before looking up at Chie. Chie waved and smiled, eyes glued to Akane's chest.

"I think I could ask you the same question." Akane said, gesturing to Chie.

It was Aoi who turned red this time, before crossing her arms. "I'm not the one "DOING IT" with a THREE-LEGGED CREATURE." she spat.

"Well I'm not the one "DOING IT" with a HIME!" Akane shot back.

Kazuya and Chie stood by the sidelines, each giving each other sympathetic glances.

"I love Kazu-kun." Akane finally declared. "And nothing you can do will change that."

Kazuya smiled, wrapping his arms around Akane's waist.

At seeing this gesture, Aoi stopped for a moment, realizing that she and Akane were in the same boat. If she judged Kazuya for the fact he was three-legged, rather then on his own merits, then she would be no better than those who would condemn her relationship with Chie.

"I understand." Aoi said softly, reaching out to hug Akane as well.

Akane suddenly smiled and hugged Aoi back. "Looks like we've got a secret." she whispered.

Aoi looked back at Kazuya and Chie.

"So how does it feel to have a third leg?" Chie asked nonchalantly, trying to make conversation.

"Umm, okay I guess." Kazuya replied sheepishly.

"A big secret." Aoi replied, clasping Akane's hand.

End Chapter 4

I know, I know, there was no Shiznat in this chapter. I am disappointed too! Next chapter I promise. LOL! Natsuki needed rest after all that smexy teasing from Shizuru last chapter!

"Hey wait, they've got another complaint" Omake

Mai: What the hell? Even Akane and Kazuya get a (shudder) smex scene?

Mikoto: Yeah where's the Maikoto!

Akane/Kazuya: Tee hee!

Mai: I mean for the amount of story time I'm getting you could have put me in the Otome tribe.

Mikoto: Mai is still upset about the whole "Arika" thingy.

Mai:(Muttering) Mai Otome...minus the Mai...

Author: Sorry guys, but we all know you're married with children. We also know there's no joy of sex in married life.

Mikoto: MILFS are hot.

Mai: How many children do I have anyways?

Author: Well first of all there's the triplets...

Mai: Ack!

Mikoto: Don't worry I will help Mai.

Author: The very HUNGRY triplets, who will monopolize Mai's chest.

Mikoto: GOD NO! NOT MAI'S FUNBAGS!

Chie: Quit yer bitching! At least you're not thirteen and have no clue about sex. Which by the way, what thirteen year old nowadays doesn't know about sex? I mean sure if this were the eighties...

Author: Um well, you're in a secluded jungle...and..

Chie: SEE?? That doesn't make sense either. If were in a boring old jungle with nothing better to do, then I think I'd for sure know all about sex by age ten!

Author:Can't you just try to be naive and innocent?

Chie: (Gasp) NEVER!

Aoi: (Giggles)

Akira: (Ahem) I'm not much of a complainer, but I'd like to point out the fact that this whole Naokira thing is still taking some getting used to.

Nao: You love it!

Akira: In episode 12, you can clearly see that Takumi is wearing a pink apron. PINK! I mean c'mon you can't get much girlier than that. Can't you just send him over and we can pretend he's a girl? It's not that far of a stretch...

Nao: (Making a V with her fingers and then flicking her tongue between it)

Akira: Yipes!

Haruka: For once I think I am coming across great!

Author: Really? Remind me to change that in the next chapter.

Haruka: Gah!

Natsuki: Here I'll do it.

"Then Haruka was eaten by a very large Anaconda. Natsuki and Shizuru lived happily ever after."

Shizuru: (Clapping) My Natsuki has talent!

Haruka: DAMNIT!

Author: Nice one! But mine is better!

"Then Haruka was eaten by a very large NAO-ACONDA!"

Yukino: OO

Nao: OO

Haruka: XX

END OMAKE

Thanx again.

ShotgunNeko