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Chapter 14: The morning after
Holly woke up in Genki's arms. He was holding her so close, she felt his breath on the back of her neck. He was so warm.
Genki was snoring loudly and hadn't awakened yet. Holly looked around the room to find they were alone. She smiled to herself. She could stay here forever, even though the guy she loved was snoring loudly in her ear. It felt natural.
Genki smacked his lips and mumbled, "No more! If I ate anymore I would explode! Is that a pizza?"
Holly tried to suppress the giggle that was rising in her throat, but it won the battle when Genki muttered, "No more! Please, no more. Is that cheesecake?"
She giggled loudly, waking the sleeping boy. He tried to rub his eyes, but found out he couldn't because Holly was laying on his arm. So, he used his other hand.
"Holly? What are you doing here?" He said, getting up slowly. They were now kneeling on the floor together.
"Don't you remember last night?"
Genki's eyes got wide, and he started blushing, "No. What happened last night?"
Holly giggled again, "Nothing silly, but you did kiss me."
Genki scratched the back of his head and laughed, lamely.
"Really? I don't remember."
"I do," Holly said, bringing her face closer to his, "and I want to say, it was wonderful."
Genki blushed horribly, as Holly kissed him lightly on his lips. Her lips were so soft and the kiss was gentle. He wouldn't want to do anything to off set the mood.
Holly pulled him close and wrapped her arms around his neck. He was so wonderful, she loved him. And, she wanted to prove it.
***
Achika woke up with a headache. Her head hurt so much, she didn't even open her eyes, that is until she heard a soft moan coming from Yuri. Her eyes flew open to see Yuri smiling at her. What a beautiful image to wake up to.
"Is something wrong?" Achika asked, whispering.
Yuri leaned her forehead against the little human's.
"No. How much did we drink last night?"
"I honestly don't know. I lost count after three," Achika mumbled, and then giggled. Yuri placed a hand on Achika's hip and pulled her close.
Achika blushed and hugged Yuri. The pixie was very warm, and the den seemed colder then last night.
Yuri pushed away some of Achika's dark hair and forced the girl to look dead into her fiery red eyes. The little human stared into her eyes as though she was in a trance.
"Do you remember what you told me last night? I do, and I... yeah..."
Achika smiled, suddenly remembering exactly what Yuri was talking about.
"I know. I remember. Is it ok with you?"
"Hell yes!" Yuri said quickly. She coughed and continued, "I mean. Yes. I agree with it, because... Well... I like you to, Little Achika."
Achika blushed again and smiled, "Arigato, Yuri. You're very beautiful."
It was Yuri's turn to blush, "No need to thank me Achi-chan. You're very beautiful too. I hope that you aren't disappointed with me."
Achika looked at her worriedly, "What do you mean?"
"I mean, I am but a monster. You are a human, my trainer. How will this work?" Yuri asked, nearly pleading for an answer.
Achika just smiled mysteriously.
"We will find a way, Yuri."
***
Tiger was laying next to his mate. She had been crying and needed comfort, so he let her rest beside him. A lot was happening all ready. More was going to be happening soon.
"Tiger," she whispered gently.
"Yes, Kagura?"
"Must you really leave? I am about to bear our young."
There it was. Simply said. He was going to be a father soon, yet he wanted to journey with Genki and the others. He was torn between two families.
"I must help them find the jewels. If I do not, who will? Not many people are crazy enough to go on a journey like that. We must banish Golbez. He is our enemy and will try to kill us all. Do not worry about me. Worry more about our cubs."
A tear slid down Kagura's muzzle, "I worry about more then that my dear Tiger. I worry about many things. Like you, and your brother. He will have full control of so many packs. You know how he is about our ways."
Tiger pressed against her, "I know Kagura. I know he hates the council. He will have to fill in my position until I come back though. I know he may not like the way things are run, but he is not stupid enough to risk war within ourselves for his own beliefs. He is wiser then that, and I know it."
Kagura rested her head gently against his shoulder. Tiger sighed, trying not to change his mind. Genki and the rest of them needed him. He was not needed here.
"Kagura, I promise to come back to our pups. I promise I will be here to teach them how to live happily. I will teach them how to hunt. I will do that Kagura, no one else will. All right?" He asked her slowly.
Kagura nodded slowly.
"I understand."
***
A yawn escaped Red. He was tired, but not sleepy. Lady Ariana had kept him up all night. They had been talking.
Now, she was sleeping happily next to him. Her breath was brushing against his neck. It was nice and warm against his back. The den seemed to get colder since last night. It was one of the few moments that he was glad to have someone with him.
A sigh escaped him once more as Lady Ariana snuggled closer to him. She was used to warmth, while he was use to being alone. Being an outcast was never easy.
Lady Ariana yawned suddenly, waking up.
"Red. What are you still doing here?"
"Do you wish me to leave?" he asked coldly.
"NO! I just thought you and the others would have left by now. Is it not mid-day?" she asked innocently.
Red smiled to himself, and sniffed the air. It wasn't mid-day quite yet, but it was close enough. They should be leaving soon.
"I shall be leaving soon, but not yet. This is very comfortable, and helps me forget about the dangers that I will soon face. I thank you for your company."
"There is no need to thank me young one. I appreciate your company as well. It is really too bad that you must leave Red. I will be waiting for your return."
"There is no reason to wait for me. I am but a lowly outcast. I am surprised that you even enjoyed my companionship for this short time," Red said slowly. He felt Lady Ariana shift her position so that her head rested gently against his shoulder.
"Do not lie to yourself Red. You are very important. Though many believe Lord Satoshi is my mate, he is not. I still haven't chosen one, and I want you to be my mate."
Red said nothing, and stayed silent while Lady Ariana nervously awaited his answer. She fidgeted nervously, feeling suddenly very stupid. She loved Red, but had never known whether or not Red had felt the same.
"Aishiteru, Ari-chan."
***
Mako woke up surrounded by a bunch of the first year Tigers. They had dog-piled him in their sleep. Tigers loved warmth and always tried to stay together. The first years that had surrounded him still had to chose what pack they were going to belong to.
One of them flopped outside of the pile and started shivering. Mako delicately moved out of the pile and placed the young one back into the pile. He snuggled in deeply and stayed sound asleep. Mako smiled and walked out of the alcove. This was now his band. Maybe they were going to be a new pack. Just maybe, Mako would finally have a true family.
Mako wandered down one of the hallways. He honestly had no clue where the others where. They all disappeared after the wercikin and he didn't really look for them afterwards. The last person he saw was Achika, and she was stumbling away with Yuri.
He scratched his neck and looked around. The scent of Tigers was too strong to try to find anyone like that, so he would just have to go by sight. This sucked.
"Mako, you look like a lost cub," Red said slowly. Mako turned into one of the dens to see him and Lady Ariana.
"And what were you two doing last night?" he asked with a wry smile.
Red replied back with the same smile, "None of your business!"
Mako laughed and walked up to them.
"Where are the others?" he asked.
"Around. I was just about to go look for them. Are you going to come with me?" Red asked, turning towards Lady Ariana and bowing to her. She just smiled at him and turned away. She knew what he was asking. He didn't even have to say it. He didn't want her to see him leave.
"Go ahead young one. I will see you later," She said, smiling back at him.
"I will see you later my lady."
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A/N: Aw! It's all coot and crap! I hope ya'll love it! Now review so I can get the next chappie up!
