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A/N: First of all, I apologise for having waited over half a year to update this story. With all the school work and fanfiction reading, I haven't had much time. For those of you who don't remember what happened last chapter, I recommend you read it again. And remember, this story will take long breaks, but I WILL NOT ABANDON IT!
Anyway, thanks to all those who reviewed; know that I appreciate all of the reviews that you guys have sent me thus far. I'm just glad no one has tried to flame me yet. I really wouldn't fancy reading a whole slew of words about how crap my story is. I admit it probably is, but oh well. I've already spent a large amount of time on this story already. No point to just discontinue it.
The Chronicles of the Lighthawk: The Prince and the Goddess
Chapter 6: Busted! In more ways than one!
The soft winds of a gentle breeze echoed through the quiet and gentle night. There was hardly much noise or disturbances that could disrupt the peaceful serenity that this night brings. Animals were asleep, people were asleep. All in all, the silence and the peacefulness of the outside could lull anyone into a state of content. Everything was calm and easy feeling over the Masaki shrine and forest.
Inside the Masaki household, well, that was a different story. Tenchi was in a major state of panic as he and the frozen Kiyone next to him, stared in horror straight at Sasami as she walked softly towards them. The feelings of turmoil and panic inside him were raging like the angry waves of the sea on a stormy night. The tension was so thick in the atmosphere above them that one could suffocate.
'Damn…' Tenchi thought with horror. He would rather face a hundred Kagato's than experience the wrath of Tsunami's host, who also possesses Tsunami's ultimate power mind you. This gentle and kind looking person that is Sasami could cause even heavier destruction to the house than either Ryoko or Ayeka could. She could even level many large buildings to the ground with just a wave of her hand. Such is the power of Tsunami, Goddess of light who is now currently residing within the beautiful princess that is his girlfriend.
Said girlfriend just stood there. She looked upon her boyfriend being straddled by her Galaxy Police friend and raised an eyebrow. Tenchi, who had lowered his eyes in shame of facing his lover, bravely raised his head to peer into the face of his secret girlfriend. What he saw shocked him. He read curiosity in her delicate features and…and…and was that also a hint of mischievousness that he detected just then!
Taking another few steps until she was closer to them, she stopped in front of them and surprisingly tipped her head to the right side of her shoulder in question.
"Hey Tenchi, hey Kiyone!" she suddenly broke the silence with a cheerful tone much to the confusion and surprise of Tenchi. "What are you two doing?"
It was Tenchi's turn to raise his eyebrow now. His earlier feelings of terror now quickly replaced with outright confusion. The tension in the room dropped a few levels and a large sweat drop formed on Tenchi. Seriously, she really can't be that oblivious and naive? Even Mihoshi would have noticed the closeness of the two on the couch. And if it wasn't obvious enough, the way Kiyone was straddling the handsome young man should have brought forth the words 'sexual coupling' even in Mihoshi's ditzy mind! Well actually, that might be giving the blonde too much credit; probably couldn't even pronounce the two words.
The woman on top of Tenchi, however, was a different story. Kiyone was actually upset that she had been interrupted and denied the chance to make out with 'her crush.' Yet was actually more frightened that she had been discovered; the words 'busted' rang in her mind and a massive blush was formed on her beautiful features. She hoped Ayeka and Ryoko didn't find out about this or she was going to an early grave.
"H…Hi Sasami…" The normally calm and collective Kiyone stumbled over her words. "I…I…I was just…eh…I…um…" Kiyone mustered up what dignity she had and hastily said, "well it's a getting late…I should…eh…go to bed now. Goodnight!"
With that, the teal-haired beauty hurried off of Tenchi and without looking at either of them, awkwardly strode past the bewildered Sasami and quickly made her way upstairs with a pink tinge still adorning her features.
You see, Kiyone's problem wasn't that she was afraid of ruining the relationship between Tenchi and Sasami. She was just embarrassed and disappointed that she had been discovered and caught red-handed by one of the girls vying for Tenchi's affections. Not that she knew Sasami had already captured the young hero's heart. As far as she knew, Sasami was just another competitor that she had to deal with; along with Ryoko and Ayeka. While she had her suspicions of the young prince and princess, what with their date and all; she was unwilling to admit defeat and held on to the hope that she still had a chance with Tenchi. She thought her chance had been tonight, just five minutes ago, but unfortunately her friend arrived.
As soon as Kiyone had left, Tenchi's panic from before returned. Lowering his face to looking at the ground once more, Tenchi shamefully thought about what he had almost allowed to happen. He was angry at himself for being caught off guard. If Sasami hadn't arrived, would he have allowed Kiyone to make the last few centimetres before she claimed his lips?
"Tenchi?"
He looked up and reluctantly faced her. Before she could say another word; with much regret and shame in his voice, Tenchi said, "I'm Sorry…"
Sasami frowned. "Sorry? For what? Is everything OK Tenchi?
Tenchi looked at her incredulously. "Didn't you see us? I…I was about to…to…"
He couldn't seem to complete his sentence; his words dying in his throat. However, Sasami seemed to understand. And to the surprise of Tenchi, she smiled. "Oh Tenchi…you don't have to be sorry for THAT!"
Tenchi's eyes widened and his surprise increased. "What…what do you mean!" He spluttered out. "You saw what we…we were doing. We were about to -"
"Kiss…" She finished off for him gently.
Tenchi was confused. "How can you be so calm? I mean, I almost cheated on you!"
He looked away from her. Sasami however, understood what was happening to Tenchi. She quickly sat down next to him and wrapping her arms around him, hugged him to her chest softly.
"It's OK Tenchi. Don't worry, I understand." She kissed his forehead and rested the side of her face against his raven hair.
Tenchi gently pulled away. "What do you mean? How can you be so calm about all this?"
The lovely Princess only sighed at him. "Oh Tenchi…" She chided softly, as if teaching a child. "You really don't get it do you? Look…I'm a Princess correct?"
Tenchi nodded, not knowing where this was leading. She continued.
"And as a Princess, I am taught the rules and duties of being royalty." She explained. Tenchi only listened and nodded his head. "Particularly when concerning the prospect of being betrothed to a man of noble status…not to mention learning that there was a chance I would have to share that man with another woman."
That last bit certainly caught Tenchi's attention and realisation suddenly dawned on him. "But…but…"
"Look Tenchi." She interrupted. "Look at my mother. She has had to share my father with Auntie Funaho."
Tenchi finally seemed to regain his composure. "So…so you wouldn't mind if I…I were to choose another female?"
"Of course not!" She smiled. "Actually, to tell the truth, I was actually expecting that I would have to share you with someone. What with all the girls living in this house. Don't tell me you never considered anyone else but me?" She asked mock sternly.
"Of course I didn't!" He said indignantly. "What do you take me for?"
Sasami only laughed. "Oh Tenchi! You really are noble aren't you? You know, to tell the truth, I had actually thought that you would have chosen my sister. I mean, it wouldn't have been so bad. We were already sisters. Ayeka and I would have gotten along just fine. But then again, now that I think about it, Kiyone isn't that bad either. She's beautiful, kind and dedicated. You and her both have some things in common; it's only natural that you two would be attracted towards one another."
Tenchi only scratched the back of his head cutely in response which brought forth a coo from Sasami. Now that he thought about it, she was actually right! Kiyone and he really did connect in some ways. He would have definitely preferred her over the purple-haired princess that's for sure. Ayeka in some ways was bossy and quite demanding; no doubt inherited from her father's personality and being a princess of Jurai. If he thought about it more thoroughly, he would bet she was probably a complete dominatrix in bed; having him tied up naked on a bed while she wore leather and held a whip in her hand…NO! Don't think about it!
The young Jurain Prince visibly shuddered, which caused Sasami to look at him curiously. He retraced his thoughts back to Kiyone. Sasami was right. Kiyone was definitely beautiful. That was probably one of the reasons why he didn't fight her when she tried to kiss him. Her wonderful personality also earned her points in Tenchi's book.
The two main key points to a perfect woman was that she would be a good looker and possess a great personality; the two things that made Kiyone such a great woman. Also, another bonus was that Kiyone had a great body. He wouldn't lie and say he hadn't had more than his fair share of peeks at her in her tight Galaxy Police uniform while she wasn't looking. Just because he had been a big wimp in the past doesn't mean he didn't grow up. Being a hormonal teenager, he was quite attracted to her body; not to say she had a greater body than Sasami. I mean, Sasami has the body of Tsunami, a goddess. You just can't beat a goddess.
But all in all, Kiyone was a wonderful person. He could actually sort of understand the person that she was and how horrible it had to be to have Mihoshi as a partner! Ouch. But out of all the girls in the household, Kiyone would have been the most definite and obvious choice for being a second lover for Tenchi…however…
"I admit Sasami, that Kiyone would be a great lover. BUT…" Tenchi placed emphasis on the word. "But you see, while I may feel a small twinge of attraction towards her, its nothing compared to how I feel for you."
Sasami smiled warmly at him; her eyes becoming a little moist. "Oh Tenchi…you don't have to make me feel secure. I know for a fact that there has to be at least another -"
"Sasami…" He said her name compassionately. "There is no other. I'm not sure I'm capable of wanting anyone else other than you…"
The blue-haired princess almost glowed. Her pink eyes widened and she searched his brown ones. She had heard nothing but honesty in his voice and this time, she allowed tears to fall freely.
Tenchi smiled lovingly at her, wiping away her tears. Before he knew it, she leaned up and pressed her lips on his. This move surprised him for only a moment before he reciprocated and wrapped her against him tightly. She opened her mouth and a duel began; the two lovers became lost in their passion. They surrendered to the sweet bliss of emotions that entwined them together in completeness.
That night, without knowledge of how they ended up there together, they found themselves in Tenchi's bed. While they continued to make out, they didn't actually go all the way, if you know what I mean. They were just content, being together, with Sasami lying on top of Tenchi. It wasn't until now that Tenchi actually realised what she was wearing. She wore nothing but panties and a large t-shirt with nothing underneath.
Tenchi had to will himself desperately not to become aroused. Her bare legs were tangled with his and her ample chest was pressed against his well toned frame. Blood quickly rushed down towards a certain part of his body and try as he might, Tenchi just couldn't help the large tent that was forming in his boxers.
Sasami quickly raised her head and gazed at him, before she giggled childishly. Tenchi only blushed heavily. The young princess' mischievous glint appeared in her eyes once again and Tenchi gulped. Quite a few times whether it was intentional or not, the young prince would feel a leg brush up against his tent, causing him to feel even more hot and bothered. He glared at her whilst she looked at him innocently as if she didn't know what was happening.
They continued to play and tease one another late into the night before they finally fell asleep together.
The next morning, as the sun shone through part of the window that wasn't covered by the blinds, Tenchi was suddenly awoken by a voice whispering into his ear. Tenchi smiled in content before opening his gently towards the source of the noise. Instead of a hearing a "good morning" from Sasami, he was displeased to see that it was only Ryoko.
'RYOKO!' Tenchi thought in panic. He quickly sat up, before noticing that Sasami wasn't there. He sighed in relief. 'She must have left early to cook breakfast, the smart girl.' He thought fondly. If Ryoko had caught them in bed together, there would have been hell to pay.
As Tenchi headed to breakfast later on; even with Ryoko's constant tugging and proclamations of affection couldn't dampen Tenchi's good mood. Sleeping in bed with his girlfriend sure made him feel as if he could take on the world.
He met Sasami at the dining table for breakfast and the two shared a brief smile of affection and warmth. As they sat down, with Ayeka and Ryoko sitting beside him and Sasami across from him, Tenchi suddenly remembered Kiyone and turned towards her on the far end of the dining table, only to catch her already staring at him. She blushed, remembering the events of last night and lowered her eyes. Breakfast continued with nothing unusual except with the bickering between the princess and Space Pirate, Kiyone's occasional glances towards Tenchi and the game of tootsy initiated by Tenchi and Sasami under the table. Both of them had their faces lowered, trying hard not to smile.
The day continued on well, with nothing uneventful happening later on in the evening. Tenchi, as usual, was in the fields working on the carrots. He had thought up of a plan involving asking Washu to create some sort of machine that would help him with his carrot field, so he would no longer have to continue working there. He had asked right after breakfast, and Washu had agreed, on the condition that he go visit her in the lab for 'one small little test.'
The red-headed 'child' genius only cackled in madness as she retreated into her lab. Tenchi had only groaned with the thoughts of having to be her 'guinea pig' once again. But as he thought about it, it would be worth it. Now that he didn't need anymore sword practices with his grandfather, and with no longer being needed in the carrot fields; he could have a lot free time with Sasami. The idea certainly appealed to him. The pain would all be worth it.
Tenchi was snapped out of his thoughts as he noticed a certain blue-headed princess heading towards him. He smiled in obvious delight at seeing her visiting him, carrying a basket of snacks. He ran to meet her halfway, before the two of them embraced.
"I brought you a little snack and something to drink." Sasami smiled warmly at him.
"Thanks Sasami." He replied affectionately. "How thoughtful of you…"
"Yep…!" She replied enthusiastically, before her smile turned mischievous. "How about a little reward then…"
She let the sentence hang, but he caught the gist of her meaning and only grinned handsomely. They both looked around quickly and seeing no one else other than the two of them, their lips met in what was the start of another passionate kiss.
They were both reluctant to break it and as Sasami's tongue entered his mouth and began their usual duel, she rubbed her body against him which promptly aroused him, before suddenly, Tenchi felt another presence appear near them and his first thought was Oh crap! Actually, that was his second thought; his first thought actually was Oh crap, but in a pleased tone, when Sasami had him aroused. The second one was in a horrified tone.
Tenchi hurriedly broke away from his girlfriend and turned towards the person, only to hear that person gasp. The young Jurain prince could have died when he realised who it was…
…Ryoko…
The space pirate only stared at them in sadness, uttering in a betrayed and hurt tone, "Tenchi…" before you promptly fading away. Tenchi and Sasami just stood there in shock.
Tenchi sighed. 'Seriously, just how much excitement can a guy have?'
A/N: There! Another chapter completed! Yay! By now, most of you should know that there's a new Tenchi series which is connected to the previous thirteen OAV episodes, called Tenchi Muyo Ryo-Ohki 3. Sigh, how I wish I could watch it. Anyway, until next time my loyal readers.
