Hey you guys! How are you all! I missed you all so much, that I wrote another story, lol. This one is an epic tale of two lovers, named Lina and Gourry, as you all should know, (and if you don't that's fine too) who travel the land and the seas, engulfed in each other. But when test after test is thrown at them, can they maintain their love, or will they fall apart like so many others. This, my friends is the beginning of a beautiful love story, and a snowless winter, for Lina, and Gourry.
Snowless Winter
A loud snore escaped from chapped lips and slid into the darkness of the bedroom searching for someone to awaken. It hung for a second, searching and glaring until it fell on the ears of female, and dissolved into nothingness. He had always been known to be a heavy snorer, his deep and rumbling voice always echoing farther than it should. 2 years she had encountered this problem, but it never seemed to amaze her how she got angrier and angrier at his voice. With a loud sigh she grumbled to herself before she lifted the quill and set it to paper again. This is how she usually spent her late nights, the ones where it was hard to sleep, and even harder to fight Gourry for the blankets. Sitting by candlelight and writing of her adventures, hoping that each new edition would sell more than the last one had on the black market. It was an easy way to live, make money while happily fighting bandits on the road. She could have her money and her happiness at the same time! And who says you can't have your cake and eat it to?
She scratched at the paper with her pen before releasing a frustrated sigh and flipped her crimson hair out of her face. Tonight wasn't going to be an easy writing night she noted, and with a tired frown, packed her writing things away, and quietly blew out the candle.
She undressed quietly, wishing to not wake up the sleeping ogre she called a husband. He was always a light sleeper and jumped up at the slightest sound. It was a skill she both loved and dreaded, it kept her up at night and safe from harm. L-Sama Bless him. Once her clothes were removed and tossed to the side, she made her way to the bed, pulling back the covers and climbing in.
The bed was packed with the softest of feathers, pulled and stuffed into the softest of canvases, the bed fit for a princess, but made to endure that of two squabbling travelers. The sheets were of the finest silk and satin, hand chosen by princess Amelia herself, and stolen by her best of friends, Lina herself. She couldn't help but release a giggle as she snuggled deep into the covers. Amelia would collapse and die if she knew all of the things she had taken from the palace. For all the publicity and things she had accomplished for her dear friend she believed she deserved it. Besides, not anything she would miss. Nodding to herself, agreeing she was right, she settled her head on a satin pillow embroidered with Amelia's name, and closed her eyes for a restful night. It was rare she went to bed this early, and rare that she actually managed to nod off to sleep. So when a sudden hand snaked around her waist and catapulted her back into the land of the conscious, she balled her fist tight and began mumbling, resisted the urge to swing.
Lina, I'm having trouble sleeping tonight.
Gourry, like her had encountered trouble sleeping some nights. Most it was because he missed her being next to him, and other times it was because she wanted to sleep. Never a dull moment with him, I tell ya. She sighed heavily and unballed her fists, her face turning soft and gentle towards her dearest companion. It was only late nights when the only person who could see her was Gourry, and the only light was faint and from the moon did she reveal this soft side of her. The loving, nurturing Lina.
You are probably nervous about visiting your hometown again.
Well, actually I'm excited. It's been so long since I been home. What if no one recognizes me. What if no one remembers me?
Lina chuckled to herself. Would be extremely hard to do either. The village missing its idiot, would not easily find another.
You stupid Jellyfish! Of course they will remember you! How can anyone forget someone like you?
She suppressed another laugh, Gourry obviously not hearing the sarcasm dripping in her voice. Instead he got stern and upset, pulling away from her, lying on his back. His hands cradled his head as he folded his arms back, and his eyes stared straight into the crack ceiling as if trying to uncover a mystery. Lina couldn't help but allow her eyes to wander farther, the covers strewn back from his chest and revealing a chiseled body that would leave Vin Diesel jealous. His long blonde hair had fallen onto his neck and face, and slid gently down with his chest, resting on his left peck, the one closet to Lina. Even after all this time she felt her breath hitch in her throat and her pulse rapidly beating in her ears.
You don't understand Lina. You don't know what its like to watch you're friends leave, their sole thoughts on making their village proud, only to return and find everyone had forgotten them and moved on with their lives.
It was like him to worry over small things and forget the big things. Like fighting to save the world, or trying to save yourself from a monk bent on total destruction. The concentration on the matter both aggravated, and pleased her. Well, at least it is focused on something. Sighing, she rolled onto his chest and spoke in that soothing wife tone she had picked up from a housemaid.
Jellyfish, take it easy damnit! No one forgot you! Geez, you'd think you'd concentrate on learning the Claire bible or something of the sort. I promise you Gourry, no one has forgotten you. You already know word of our battles has traveled far and wide fast. They are probably waiting right now with a feast and a banquet ready to praise our glory!
Gourry stared down at his wife, her eyes shining with stars of popularity in the moonlight and her face lit up as if she caste her own glow. Her beautiful red strands of hair were tossed over the front of her face, sliding over one cheek and pulled away from the other. Gourry loved when she looked like this, it made her look seductive and naughty. Normally he would have blushed at the thought, but he had grown accustomed and used to the things that married couples did behind closed doors. Smiling down at her beauty, he reached a hand from behind his head and gently cupped her chin.
Promise Lina?
I promise, or I'll do an entire week worth of laundry, no turns!
Grinning like a child given a lollipop, Gourry happily accepted her offer, refusing to allow her to go back on her word. His tense body became fluid again and he sat up just enough to pull his wife into a small and loving kiss. Lina was never one to object, unless it was a public fiasco that she hated more than anything, but tonight she wrapped her arms around his neck and threw herself into the kiss. It had been hours since she last felt his body near hers and she missed it terribly. Her lover boy had obviously missed it too because he rolled her onto her back and gently laid on top of her without even breaking the kiss.
Suddenly what had been an atmosphere of love and devotion was turned into one of passion and desire. Her lips parted his, his tongue easily finding its way inside to match her own. His hands snaked down from her neck and quickly cupped her breasts, squeezing them and gently tugging on her buds. Her hands had pushed deep into his hair pulling gently on his golden strands as soft mewing moans were whispered into his mouth. He stifled a grown of his own as she moved quickly against him, her leg rubbing gently against his member, her act deliberate and sensual sending shivers up and down his spine. She smiled, in spite of herself, against his lips and he growled softly in response. A game, okay, he'll show her a game. He kissed her harder, her body whimpering in submission to his own. Then without warming, he slipped into her, his head thrown back gently, as hers, a moan slipping through both's clenched teeth. They held each other tight, loving and moaning, until both collapsed in a sea of sweat, and slipped quietly into a deep and loving sleep.
HEY! Watch where you're going with that!
Lina barely dodged the large donkey drawn carriage. Her arm just inches from splintering would that would leave her in a sea of pain and splinters.
Tell it to someone who cares lady.
WHAT! I'll show you who cares!
Lina's hand went to her side cupping a tiny ball that would someday grow up to be a fireball. Her eyes were flames and her teeth pointy spikes that would put a Vampire to shame. Puff of smoke released from her head and before her mouth opened to release those terrible words she felt her legs give way from beneath her and her body scooped into massive arms.
Gourry what the hell do you think you're doing! I'm not finished with him yet!
Gourry ignored her comment, and held a pouting Lina, arms crossed and steam erupting from her forehead. Her hair had been pulled back into a simple ponytail, small sweeps of hair escaping and flowing in the wind. She wore her usual outfit of a purple tunic, purple leggings and her lavender boots and gloves. The only thing that seemed different from her usual travel was the small diamond ring on her fingers, and the small heart shaped pendant around her neck, of gold and ruby. Much like Lina, Gourry had worn the same outfit from his previous adventures throughout the lands. His outfit entirely of blue, his armor a tinted shade of blue and silver, a gift from Lina on their very first anniversary. His hair had been pulled back into a braid done by Lina that very morning, entwined with the love and care of his adoring wife.
You JELLYFISH! Put me down this instant or you'll regret it.
Smiling to himself, Gourry leaned down and left a small kiss on her forehead and without another word jumped into the back of the donkey drawn carriage, and laid back in the pile of hay.
I asked the guy a few minutes ago to give us a lift, and he agreed. You really should be careful how you talk to people babe you almost cost us a ride.
Yeah but he almost hit me!
And I'll do it again to!
Why you little son of a-
Gourry shook his head and tightened his grip around his adoring wife, his tired sigh escaping his lips.
Lina, calm down! We're only a mile from the village. I don't want a bad impregession.
Gourry's face was stern when he said it, unaware of the error of his words, but Lina took hold of it, and had to cover her mouth to keep from laughing. Her reaction of course didn't amuse Gourry at al, instead the lines across his face grew deeper and his look sterner. He was going to be upset with Lina if she didn't stop soon! Lina of course caught this, her laugh disappearing as quickly as it started and her face become soft with love for her husband.
Aw, Gourry. You should stop worrying so much. Everyone already knows who we are so you won't need to lose your head. But if it makes you feel better I'll calm down.
Really, Lina? You promise?
Cross my heart, as long as that idiot of a driver, or for that matter, anyone else, Doesn't get in my way.
Gourry's face fell instantly knowing that Lina could make a mountain out of a molehill. There's no way he'll get his wish. Just the other day, she blasted a woman clear across the room because she bumped into Lina's table while she ate. No harm came to the food of course, but Lina's fork fell. So much for a decent evening.
Alright, Alright! I won't blast or yell at anyone, for the rest of the day. Geez, can't believe you're making me do this!
Gourry's face lit up and he pulled his wife into a loving kiss, full of passion and care. She at first fell deep into the kiss but then pulled away, remembering she was in public.
Hey! Save it for when we get a room Gourry! Geez, trying to take advantage of a delicate little thing like me!
Delicate!
WHAT! I'm not delicate!
I didn't mean that I just-
GABRIEV!
The horse and carriage slowly went down the hill disappearing from sight as the two lovebirds quarreled, on their way to return to the patriarchal family. Little did they know, it was the beginning of a long and tiring adventure.
HEYYY, yes I know very very very short, and pretty much got nowhere. But I wanted to introduce the feelings first. If this doesn't do to well, I'll edit it and replace it with more content and chapters. So pleas everyone out there review and tell me what you think alright! Thanks so much! Stay safe!