Author's Note: I posted up chapter 2 early so you all can have a feel for my story. Now it's time for chapter 3. Hope you enjoy my answers. Thanks to the following reviewers:
Dragowolf-Yes there will be Misao and Aoshi things later. Just that for most of the beginning is reflected on Kaoru and Kenshin. But there is still Misao action to come as well.
FullMoon- Thank you for your inspirational review. I will keep it as a K&K pairings, no worries.
Disclaimer: I do not own Rurouni Kenshin or any of its characters. Though I did make Selena, and Anatra, as you will read about later on.
On with the fic.
Chapter Three: Answers To A Vampire's Feelings
Kenshin didn't want to face her, and his instincts to take her, was tearing at him. He had to get home to relax. Being near her wasn't helping the situation.
The only time that his senses even came close to that, was when he and Tomoe had gotten married. Though with this one, his senses grew even stronger, which meant that his primal instincts, would go for her.
A male's senses would increase when he had found the right one. So that he would be able to protect his loved one. The higher the senses, the greater the possessiveness. Also, it helped others know that the female belonged to him. So it was very rare for Kenshin to feel it after so long.
He hadn't felt it in almost 5 centuries, so he was caught off guard. This one was far greater than the ones from before, so he had to get use to it quickly.
When he got back, Sano and Soujiro were sleeping on his black long couches. He threw his cloak to the side, and went to the restroom, and sprayed water on his face.
Once the water didn't cool him off, he stripped off his blood stained clothes, and got into the shower. He placed the water on full blast of cold water. Trying to get the blood off of his body. No matter that he was a vampire, he hated it when blood got on him. It was like nothing could tear it off of him, to make him clean.
Though now he tried to get her scent out of his senses. But the water wasn't dissolving it.
The blood was gone, but his senses were in full blast again. If he didn't get rid of this, who knows what he'll do.
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Kaoru opened her door, and went to her room. Megumi and Misao were already in their own rooms. She placed her head into cold water. Then placed her bloodstained clothes, because of the other vampire, into the hamper.
She had turned on a nice warm bath. After the tub filled up, she relaxed into the warm water. It seemed to wash off all of the death and blood.
Her mind wandered off. When she was so close to him, she felt her body crave for contact. She felt her senses increase dramatically. His breathing was so calm, and warm, that it soothed her, as she remembered. She smiled, as she remembered the closeness to him.
The same thing would happen to the females. To the vampires, these happenings were like when animals get ready for mating. A ritual is performed, as the couple did what their bodies desired. Selena had told her of what her reactions would be. Though the ritual would come to her naturally, in her instincts.
Then all of a sudden, Kaoru sat up. She remember his cross scar, as he pressed his left cheek to hers.
The answer bombed on her, the vampire that held her was her neighbor. Then she remembered that he was with the other two vampires. How could she have been so stupid? Of course vampires would become friends with other vampires. Well at least the older ones.
At that, she remembered the whole incident. Just that this time, she was able to see his face. With his long red hair, that she wanted to touch so badly. What she loved the most, was his mystical amber eyes. Which were so warm, yet deadly at the same time.
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Kenshin spent half an hour in the shower. Though no matter how long he stayed in the cold water, he'd never be able to get rid of her scent.
He finally gave up, and put on a new pair of black clothes, and rubbed his hair, until it was dry. Then he walked out, and started to brush his hair.
When he came out, Soujiro and Sano stared at him suspiciously. He just rolled his eyes, and sat down in his large, black, leather armchair.
"What did you do?" asked Soujiro.
"What are you talking about?" came the cold reply.
"Something is different about you. Usually you don't just run and take a shower after you kill someone, you know. Your scent seems different as well. You embraced a girl didn't you?" asked Sano, grinning mischievously.
"That other female vampire. I know that scent, even though I only smelled it twice, now's my third time. You must of held her close Kenshin, since not even soap and a bath can get rid of it," said Soujiro, as he nudged his friend in the shoulder, with a playful punch.
He was too slow, Kenshin moved out of the way before he got him. Which cause Soujiro to stumble forward.
"Wow! Your senses have improved. So, you finally chose a girl. This one seems to have great effect on you, I've never seen you so powerful," said Sano.
"I am powerful; always. Just that I intend to show it more often now," said Kenshin, as he closed his eyes.
"Yeah right. She will be your last one. Since she'll be able to live with you forever. Now we must find our own females," said Soujiro to Sano.
"Yes, that we must. Now how do we find a fine female vampire in this part of town. We have no choice but to go out of town. See you Romeo, let's go find some girls," said Sano, as the two left the apartment quickly.
Kenshin locked the door with his mind powers. He sighed, as he realized how strong her scent was. That was when he made a big mistake. He took in a deep breath, then his keen senses picked up her scent again.
His eyes turned amber, but became soft again.
"What is happening? Why am I letting a female make me loose all of my control?" asked Kenshin to himself, as he sighed. Then finally went to his room.
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"Rise and shine Kaoru, time for breakfast," said Misao, as she opened her curtains, so the sun came in.
Kaoru winced at the light, she moved quickly into the bathroom. Before Misao got a chance to turn around.
"Must have been in a hurry," said Misao, and she walked out, to where Megumi had made eggs and ham.
"Is she awake yet?" asked Megumi, as she placed the plate on the table, with a bowl of rice.
"Yeah, she's coming," said Misao, eating a muffin.
"What time is it?" asked Kaoru, as she came out dressed in all black as usual.
"8:30, why?" asked Megumi, as they sat down.
"I'll be leaving at 10:00. Since I didn't have class yesterday, I'll be coming home late," said Kaoru with a yawn, as she stretched.
"Don't push yourself Kaoru. You should take a rest, and just relax," said Misao, patting her back.
"Tomorrow, maybe," said Kaoru.
After breakfast she went downtown to an old dojo school. Inside a 25-year-old woman was practicing with a long sword. She had waist-length, dark green hair that was neatly tied up. Her eyes were just as dark.
"Kaoru, how do you do?" asked the woman, as she walked over to Kaoru, who bowed to her.
"Fine. Morning Selena," said Kaoru.
Selena looked at her, something was different.
"What happened last night?" asked Selena curiously as she walked over.
"Uh........" Kaoru couldn't finish the answer.
"You have the scent of a male all over you. I know you didn't do anything, but did you know that Battousai claimed you? Apparently not," said Selena.
"How...." started Kaoru.
"I am very old, and I know these things. You're the first to be claimed by Battousai so powerfully. His scent on you, is very well sensible.
"Usually the claim is really faint. You must be driving the poor vampire crazy. Now that your powers have improved, others will steer clear of you. They all know of Battousai. No one is stupid enough to try and take you, unless they want to die; like the way he killed Jineh. For trying to get to his wife. Pity that she still died, but still his claim didn't even come close to the scent he placed on you.
"Other more experienced vampires will be able to tell, you will as well, soon enough. Be warned, others will fear you. Though the one you must fear the most, is the one the yearns for you," said Selena seriously, she was always a person to get to the point in her lectures.
"But we only met once," said Kaoru, a bit astonished, by what she had just heard.
"Your instincts will do it all for you. Be warned that you will meet frequently. He will always be able to tell where you are, he just has to log on to you. To all of us, you are now his. His woman. His love.
"Your instincts will lead you to each other. It'll drive you insane, until the ritual is done. Even afterwards, it might be very difficult," said Selena, as the two sat on the dojo floor to talk.
"What?! I don't have a say in this? How can he just claim me, without me knowing?" asked Kaoru angrily.
"He is Battousai. Are you saying you don't like him? Other girls would die to be you. He hasn't been with anyone else since the death of his wife," said Selena, as she watched in delight; Kaoru blush.
"I've lost my freedom," said Kaoru angrily, trying to cover it up.
"Not yet. All you have to do is play your hand right, and he'll be in the palm of your hand. He hasn't been this craze before. Toy with him a bit, make him beg for you. That is when you can control him, when you can get what you wish. You're not imprisoned until you give yourself in. When you allow him to control you. Just remember that," said Selena seriously.
"I will," said Kaoru, with a smile.
"Tonight, you are free. The boss, has decided that it would best if you relax," said Selena grinning.
"Who is the boss?" asked Kaoru curiously.
"One of our own, like your Aunt. His name is Hiko, proud owner of Japan's largest company. He is also Battousai's mentor, and Uncle," said Selena.
"......."Kaoru was shocked. So Battousai worked for his own Uncle. No wonder he was mad at her, for taking his target. He didn't want to look bad for his Uncle.
"Speechless," stated Selena, with a chuckle.
"Wait, I thought that vampires that are born by vampires, are very rare," said Kaoru.
"Yes, Battousai is one of the few. Just like you Kaoru. Others are normal, they become vampires. Where as you, were born one. Just that no matter which one you are, the day you drink blood, is the day that you become a permanent vampire," said Selena seriously.
"No work either today then?" asked Kaoru.
"None. You can go home," said Selena smiling at her.
"Bye," said Kaoru, as she walked out of the dojo.
Selena only shook her head and grinned; going back to train.
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Kenshin woke up to a phone call. He cursed, and picked up the phone. He straightened up, when he heard who was on the other line.
"Kenshin, today you've no work to do. You are completely free to do as you please," said a dark voice.
"But Uncle.." started Kenshin.
"I paid for your rent. In fact you haven't had a paycheck in a long time. So you don't have to worry about your rent for a whole year. Your check will come in the mail. It should be here by now," said Hiko quickly and to the point.
"Are you sure?" asked Kenshin, confused by his Uncle's actions, he never allowed him to get a day off before.
"Yes, now relax," said Hiko, and hung up.
Kenshin rubbed his eyes, and hung up, then got up.
After starting coffee, he went to get his mail.
When he walked to the elevator, someone ran into him. They hit each other's head, and yelled; cursing.
"You should..." started Kenshin coldly, but stopped.
"I'm so sorry," said Kaoru, but froze, when she saw who she had bumped into. They were both surprised, they just stared at each other, mesmerized by the other. Dark amber eyes, met blue pools.
"What happened?" asked Misao, but grinned as she saw her friend stare at the neighbor, and coughed.
"Kaoru, who's this?" asked Misao walking over still grinning.
"Kaoru... That's a beautiful name. I... I am Kenshin," said Kenshin, eyes still locked on hers.
"Kenshin..." whispered Kaoru, though he heard how she pronounced it like a sacred god.
"Well hello Kenshin. Want to come in?" asked Misao.
Kaoru started to panic, Kenshin saw that she wasn't quiet ready for him yet. So he did the only thing he could, "I have to get going. Sorry, maybe another time," said Kenshin politely, and left. Not without hearing Kaoru's sigh of relief, as he went in the elevator.
"So you fell for the rich neighbor," said Misao mockingly, as they went into their apartment.
"What are you talking about?" asked Kaoru annoyed.
"You know what I mean," said Misao, locking the door, as they came in, and sat down.
"I got the day off Misao. So can you please just let me relax," said Kaoru, as she closed her eyes.
"You did? Great, I'll start us some coffee. We can finally catch up on things," said Misao happily.
Kaoru went to put on more comfortable clothing.
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Kenshin didn't like that Kaoru was trying to push him away. His eyes grew dark in the elevator. He clinched and unclenched his fists, and teeth. Today wasn't going as he planned, he wasn't at all relaxed.
She knew that he was the one that held her, that's why she was so scared. He knew she was trying to avoid him. Kenshin didn't like to be ignored. He didn't like that at all, no one ever ignored him; not even his Uncle.
After he got his mail, he passed her door. He glared at it, he was able to tell what was going on inside. Like Selena said, he was able to tell where ever she was, just by willing to.
He hated that she relaxed, right after he left. It was if she didn't even want anything to do with him at all. He hit the wall in frustration, then quickly went into his own apartment, afraid of busting down her door.
~*~*~*~*~*~
Kaoru knew that Kenshin was outside her door, and he was really ticked off. She would know his own presence, and breathing anywhere. Even when he was angry, he never really changed his breathing.
She felt bad, she knew she was the cause. The worst part was, that she knew he was in hell right now. His senses must have increased far greater than hers.
She held her breath, and knew that if he left, then she would sigh, and he would hear her again. So she relaxed completely. Acting like nothing special happened, though something did, she knew his name.
At that, she smiled to herself. Soon enough, her guilt finally ate through to her. So she was going to do something, that she hoped she wouldn't regret.
"Misao, I need to get fresh air," said Kaoru.
"You have had a lot," said Misao annoyed.
"To relax, you need fresh air, and open space. A place for your mind to relax as well," stated Kaoru.
"Fine, today is your day to relax," said Misao.
Kaoru smiled, and left the apartment. She was in a black t-shirt, and long comfortable black pants. Wearing her black skinny platforms, she went to Kenshin's place.
Slowly and hesitantly she knocked lightly on his door.
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AN: Cliffhanger. What will happen when she goes in? Mwuhahaha, I'm so evil. I hope you
enjoy the next one, it's more... well more things happen.
I don't think I'm putting in enough drama for you people. So I am wide open for any suggestions, please. Oh well, I'll try to do better.
