I bombarded my sweet, fantastic, amazing beta while she was away on vacation with chapters. She's back now and working on the edits. (Note: I have through chapter 94 done and sent to her. I really did overload her inbox)

Seriously I wouldn't still be writing without her encouragement and support. Thank you, Blueeyeddevil06.

Rita sat at the counter of the Crown Arcade and smiled hugely at Andrew. "I'm so happy she's going to be my sister." She then laughed and added, "And you have no idea how thrilled my parents are! They adore her."

Andrew smiled back at her and said, "They are perfect for each other. Did you hear about the actual engagement, though? What are they telling people?"

She laughed and shook her head, "My poor brother wanted it to be perfect, and a Yokai tried to kill the woman he loved. To be fair, there was no way he could have anticipated that particular problem. They're sticking close to the original story. No mention of a past jealous woman trying to kill Molly."

He chuckled and said, "Good call. That's probably the easiest way."

"She's happy, so in the end, it all worked out. That's all that really matters to him." She took a sip of her coffee and said, "So, you must be really proud of Unazuki. I heard about how all her hard work has paid off, and she's made it to the pro level for tennis."

"She's absolutely thrilled to be at a pro tournament this weekend. If it goes well, she'll even make it to the invitational in a few weeks. This is all a huge deal for her."

"She should be proud of how hard she's been working. My parents bought tickets to go. They're excited to see her play."

"They did?! That's… wow."

"They like you too," she said, blushing. "Also, it's not every day you can say you know someone famous. Well… at least admit to knowing someone famous. Some things have to remain secret," she said, winking.

Andrew leaned over the counter and kissed her chastely on the lips. He was at work, after all. "You're just too pretty to resist. If I wasn't at work…" he let the promise of his true desire fill in the blank.

She gave him a sultry look and said, "Can you come by tonight after your study group? Suddenly I have a desire to see you."

"Can I stay the night?"

"Is that wise? Last time you did, neither of us got any sleep."

"Sleep is overrated." He then refilled her coffee cup and said, "I'll make sure you have enough caffeine tomorrow to stay awake."

She locked eyes with him as she took a sip of her coffee, "You're on."

"Please don't get up yet." Raye smiled over at Jadeite and moved the covers to get out of bed. He grasped her by the waist and pulled her back down and underneath him.

"Nothing happened to me. Rick was there, and it all worked just like it was supposed to." She tried to keep her tone reassuring and light. It had been two days, but still, Jadeite struggled with what happened at the party.

"He's your father. That's starting to sink with me finally. I was just seeing him as Elis, the monster, but that's not all he is. You have a whole past with him."

"Not a good one."

Jadeite sighed, "No, but he's your dad. Whatever your past, that makes this all complicated now."

"We defeat the bad guys," was her only reply.

"I was a bad guy."

She shook her head, "Not before you were infected with dark energy. He was a huge jerk before Beryl even approached him."

"It's not that simple."

"You're on his side now?"

He looked at her sharply, "Never! I'm on your side every damn day. You're not telling me what you're thinking, and that worries me. Tell me what you want, then I'll do everything in my power to make that happen."

She wrapped her arms around his waist, and he cuddled close to her. "I want Elis stopped. That doesn't mean I want him dead. I want… I just want him to lose the power he sacrificed everything to have."

"You want him to lose the political power that he strove to gain at your and your mother's expense." He kissed her forehead.

"Yes."

"I get to punch him too, right?" he teased. "I'll make sure that all happens. I only have that one request."

She smiled at him, "Go for it."

"He's going to be helping Beryl. I remember what that was like… I thought I was proud of my accomplishments. I'm so ashamed."

Raye rolled her eyes at him, "Nephrite's the broody one. You look much better with that cocky smile you wear. Well, that and when you're naked." She then grabbed his ass, "Which you are right now."

He felt his mood shift instantly at her words, and he kissed her passionately. She could make him burn for her at the slightest of words. As the desire built, he felt her spread her legs, and he was always one to take the hint. He pressed the tip of his cock to her entrance, feeling how wet she was. He growled deep in his throat as he thrust into her, feeling her stretch around his hard length. He sucked a breath in harshly as she flexed her inner muscles, tightening even further on him. He moaned into her ear, "You are bliss."

Gone were his thoughts of self-condemnation; all that was left was his desire to please her, make her feel not only his love but a blinding desire. As powerful and as dominant as she was in her life. Here, in their bed, he was in control. The idea that she would submit to him, to let him lead, always made him so hard. He knew it was a choice she made. And he knew he would keep her well rewarded for being what he needed. One place where he was able to watch after her, despite her strength. One area where he was the one to ensure he met her needs.

He watched her face as he made love to her. The surrender and pleasure he saw there, more than anything, made him believe he could be what she needed, what she deserved. He would rock her world and leave her gasping for air, satisfying her, and leave her quivering for more.

As they orgasmed together, he heard her scream out his name. Every ounce of him belonged to her, and that reassured him as he heard her. He managed to bring her to orgasm like that. It was an earth rattling thing for him.

"El, shouldn't you be out there overseeing your plan?"

"My name is Elis!" he growled. Ever since he moved to D Point, Beryl had been pissing him off. It seemed like with the location change. She believed the power dynamic would switch. He deeply resented her attitude. After all, he was the true King of Earth, and she was just a usurper. He resented her phony title.

Even in bed that morning, she'd tried to be in charge. If it weren't for how horny he was, he would have tossed her out. As it was, he fought against her attempt at control as much as possible. She even mentioned wanting to chain him up, and he screamed out in fury as they fucked harder. He was not someone she could control!

He scowled at her, "Everything is going just as expected. There is a line down the block with desperate teens waiting in line to learn their fortunes and give us their energy."

"The other generals -"

"I'm not just some fucking general!" he roared. "I'm King Elis, the true King of Earth! You couldn't even control them!" He grabbed her by the throat and squeezed. "Don't test me. I killed my own father for the throne."

She glared back even though she couldn't breathe. When he finally released her, she rasped out, "And I woke you up. You're welcome."

He narrowed his eyes at her, "Because you need me. You were failing before."

"Are you so sure you'll succeed where the others failed? Don't be too cocky, El."

He grabbed her by the hair and pulled hard, bringing her face back to look up at him. "You don't control me. Get that through your head now. You might be a good fuck, but that's all you're good for."

She snarled at him, "And yet you were willing to cling to that little tiny bit of power you had before. I made you!"

"Watch your step, pompous-queen Beryl. You aim too high."

All the youma at D Point quaked at the feeling of the combined fury between King Elis and Queen Beryl.