Yeah, sorry I've been taking so long. I get lots of homework that I avoid then must beat myself into doing. Procrastination is a bad thing. Try to not do it, it's makes life so much easier.

I started a new Fushigi Yuugi story, but only have a short first chapter up. I'll try to update that soon too. It's called Surviving the Universe of the Four Gods, and is going to be a bit of a Survivor ripoff.

Well, I hope you enjoy this next enstallment! Please review, then I get email. I love getting mail, and so far today all the email I have gotten is my Math assignment.


Tohru stretched like a sleepy cat as she woke up. Oh, sleeping on the living room floor was not the best idea. Momiji and Kagura were still curled asleep on the futon laid out. Tohru smiled softly as she saw their peaceful faces. How she wished she could be filled with that much calm, but inside she was a fury of mixed emotions.

She pulled on her coat, and quietly slipped out so as not to disturb anyone. She wanted to make it to Ayame's shop before it opened. This was going to be awkward.

The doorbell rang as she opened the shop door. She hesitantly entered the room, and stood waiting wondering what to do. The curtain in the back swung open, and Ayame jumped a little in surprise at seeing her.

"Tohru! What a pleasant surprise!" He strode forward happily, and waved for her to follow him in the back. "So what is the purpose for this early visit? Got some plans for a pretty dress? Oh my, we'll have so much fun! Pity it's Mine's day off. She'd be so thrilled to see you."

Tohru blushed, and followed Aaya into the back room. She nervously wrung her hands as she took a seat on the sofa.

"So what exactly did you have in mind? Something innocent? Maybe a little more daring, and flirty?" Aaya asked excitedly.

"Did Shigure or Hatori mention anything about me? You know about having something I have to do," Tohru blushed, and let her hair cover her face.

They sat in silence as Tohru's words sunk in.

"Oh...this is what this is all about. I'm sorry that I made you have to say anything about it. Yes, we can do that now if you like, to lift the curse," Ayame replied very soberly.

Tohru nodded and looked up expectantly at Ayame. He blinked as he realized the significance of what they were going to do.

"When this is all over, you can hold anyone you wish without fear of transforming," Tohru said as she met her lips with his.

Ayame returned the kiss, and pulled her slim figure against him. He whispered softly into her ear, as she was bought closer. "I love you, but my heart belongs to Mine. Thank you for giving me the chance, the hope I never had."

He kissed her delicately on the neck, and let his hands roam over her body as he laid her down on the sofa. They tug off clothing as they felt the need to know more of each other.

Ayame's long white hair fell across Thoru's exposed breasts, like a soft touch. Aaya's golden eyes glowed with passion as he let his gaze run over her.

She shyly reached out a hand to touch his hair, "It's so beautiful."

"As are you, dear," he smiled, stroking her soft skin.

Ayame knew just what to, and Tohru lay sleeping in his arms at the end of their love making.

Ayame smiled at her sweet features, as he comfortingly stroked her hair. It was a pity that she was subjected to so much, so young. Yet, she knew what to do and how. He was never happier than now, here with her in his arms.