Miss Queen B: Hello my lovely readers. Thank you so much for the reviews, I've read them all and happy to say there wasn't too much Backlash like I thought it would be, but hey, knock on wood since that was only part one and it still takes place during my Fanning the Flames story. I have to say a lot of the reviews crack me up while some left me speechless and have no clue how to respond to that...yeah. I'm glad most of you like the story so far while some are questioning why I wrote this in the first place. Anyway Notes:
Note One: Look, I can't please everyone and I know I took a big risk posting this story. In fact after posting this chapter, I'm going to hide under a rock with my laptop and wait it out for a while. Haha. I don't regret writing "Smoke" just like I'll never regret writing anything that deals with this pairing. That's the whole point of writing, it's all about taking risk and seeing where it goes.
Note Two: When it comes to reviews, everyone is entitle to their opinion. Although I don't get offended so easily, again, let's be kind to one another and keep the reviews civil. I just want readers to enjoy my stories especially during scary times right now.
Note Three: So about this chapter: We have a volcanic eruption, a friendship getting closer, Rodan has a chit chat with his conscience over his forbidden feelings and him remembering what happen that night in the Sahara Desert. Once again, rated M for some sexual teasing/make-out stuff. Don't like it skip it. I can not stress that enough. Enjoy.
Smoke II
~Smoking and Loving:
You is so similar
As smoke and love both
Fades away with time
But what remains inside will surely
Kill me someday~
~Nishant Gupta
Stay with me? He was lucky he was able to keep a composed look on his face because that could mean so many things in his opinion. One particular thought came into his mind, but there was no way she would be hinting that, would she?
She lowered her head, You know I don't do well being alone….
Ok, perhaps she was?
He gulped. It really sounded like she was inviting him back to her nest. He looked behind her to stare at the cave and impure thoughts started to fog his head. Naughty little moth...on her own King's turf no less. He shook his head and wanted to punch himself for thinking that. As tempting as that sound...(and it was very tempting. He would love to explore her and show her things. No doubt rubbing himself against that soft white fur would bring out so many sensual pleasures he would-), he quickly punched himself in the face causing the Queen to look at him funny.
What was that for? She asked with wide eyes.
His cheek started to throb, but he quickly waved it off like it was nothing. Sorry, I had an itch. He said while laughing nervously. Anymore bad thoughts he would have exposed himself by mistake.
He can tell she wasn't buying it, but decided not to push it. So will you?
He had to remind himself that she was too innocent so there was no way she would be implying sex (Hell, she couldn't get herself to use foul language for crying out loud) and if she was, he didn't want to take that risk of getting caught knowing his bad luck. Unless she didn't mind taking this offer someplace else for total privacy-(For fuck sake, Rodan, stop thinking before I punch you in the face again). Yes, you can. You handled it pretty well when he left the last time.
That was because I had you watching over me from your volcano so I was never alone.
He shut his beak tight for a moment to keep himself from saying something stupid to collect his thoughts. The staring between the both of them went on and on till he finally spoke. I'm not sure, I don't want to wake up to a pair of golden eyes staring down at me.
Oh, he can still remember waking up to see the King staring down at him with this insane look in his eyes. When his head was screwed up thanks to the False King's spell and there was nothing left of him, but an empty shell of rage and insanity.
I...wouldn't worry about him. Whenever he leaves he's usually gone for a few days. She said.
Still…
Please….Your company always makes me smile. She said with her eyes glowing bright. She even went as far as fluttering her wings a bit.
~Beauty Queen of only eighteen she
Had some trouble with herself
He was always there for help her, she
Always belong to someone else.
I drove for miles and miles and wound up
At your door. I've had you so many times
But somehow I want more..~
He turned away to hide the disappointment on his face. In a way it was a good thing she just wanted company though he was not happy about it. Part of him was hoping she was interested in him in a more intimate way. He sighed, either way he was here with her. It was only him and her and the night sky. A very beautiful night sky, if he really wanted to he would go for it, but again she was vulnerable and he couldn't do that to her. Alright, I'll stay.
She smiled at him before walking over to him. Thank you. She whispered.
So now what he thought. Will she lead him back to the cave or did she still wanted to stay up and talk more? He didn't know. He stayed quiet while she settled down in the sand next to him and let out a big yawn. I don't know about you, but I'm ready to sleep.
Well with the day you had I don't blame you. He said, feeling cold all of a sudden.
Yeah, but thanks to you it didn't end on a bad note. She said while curling herself inward for warmth. Her wings spread out across the sand like a colorful sea. Good night, Rodan.
It didn't take long to hear her soft breathing and her body rising up and down. He guessed it was easy for her to sleep knowing someone was watching over her. He sighed and placed his fist on his chest in a way to stop his heart from beating so fast. The bad part of him was very disappointed for not taking this opportunity to get close to the moth, but on the other hand, the good part of him told him not to worry, you just made a very good impression on her. He looked down at her and couldn't help, but smile knowing what a vulnerable position she was in and trusted him enough to feel safe. He reached down and slowly stroked the top of her head as gently as he could with his claws before settling himself in a more comfortable position.
Although she was fast asleep, he stayed up all night making sure there were no glowing plates coming out of the ocean...
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Rodan, this is crazy. She said, looking up at the unstable volcano in front of her. She took a few more steps back till her back bumped into his chest.
He started to snicker while placing his claws on her shoulders to steady her. They were standing on a slanted angle while feeling the ground rumble underneath them. He smiled as he scanned the surroundings of his old home. Like so many towns where the others invaded, this one was abandoned as well, but good riddance he thought. He would fly by here once in a while just to see if the pests returned and to check on the volcano since it's been very active recently. Whatever the False King did to his home it made the volcano unstable and everything around it fester and boiling. Still he was excited because he can sense it getting ready to erupt and it is such a pretty site to see in his opinion. The Queen however….
This could be dangerous. She said. Tell me again why I agree to see this. She asked, looking up at him.
You said you were bored and wanted to thank me for staying with you last night so here we are. He said, bluntly.
Yeah, but I meant by getting you something to eat not this.
Trust me, watching a volcanic eruption is going to be a blast. Get it. He said, with a big smile on his face. The intense earthquakes, the bright flames and lava and the refreshing smoke afterwards. We fire kaijus find this a perfect opportunity for a boost of power and in some cases, a great romantic atmosphere.
She laughed nervously. That's nice and all, but some of us are not immune to heat and fire. Plus, I don't see the romantic part of this like you do.
Yet, you're standing close to me without any problem. He said as a matter of fact.
It took some time, but I got used to your flames. She smiled while resting the back of her head against his skin. You're more of a comfortable warmth on a cold day.
He leaned his head down to her shoulder and pressed his cheek against hers. Good to know. He purred. Now relax, I won't let anything happen to you alright.
She pulled away from his cheek and looked back at the deserted town behind them. Wow, the False King didn't waste time leveling this place as well. She said.
Actually that was my doing. He said, proudly. No shame on his part. That was just his destructive nature.
Now why in the world would you do that? She asked, giving him a disapproval look.
Don't give me that look, they started it. I was sleeping, minding my own business when they woke me up with some strange sound calling and started shooting at me. Beside I was just flying by, how was I supposed to know their little homes were weak against my wings? And I wasn't even trying that hard.
She let out a small giggle, My King told me he saw you fighting against the False King and said you didn't last a minute before getting shot down by their energy beams.
His eyes narrow, Ok and I saw him get hit with the bomb so what's your point.
She shook her head. Just making conversation, I guess. A good way to ignore this awful heat and the strong smoke scent in the air.
Are you kidding, I love this scent. He said, taking a big whiff of it before slowly exhaling.
The ground started to rumble making the Queen press herself closer to him. I really think we should step back a little more.
Nah, we will be fine. He said, while feeling the ground shaking faster and stronger. He didn't know what the False King did to his old volcano, but now he was the one who was going to enjoy the wonderful aftermath.
Rodan….She cringed while curling up against him.
The rumbles from the volcano were so loud he could barely hear her. Here we go! He shouted with excitement.
He quickly covered her with his giant wings when he saw a huge blast of smoke and lava exploding out of the top with a loud boom that made the Queen flinch and another force wind pushing him back a little. He had to dig his talons into the hard ground to keep himself from falling over due to the violent earthquakes as tiny drops of lava, embers and ash started to rain down upon them. Lava started to pour down the volcano at a slow pace and he couldn't help himself from such a beautiful scenery.
This is AWESOME! He shouted while spreading out his wings.
The Queen was scared out of her mind. Rodan, is is too much we need to get out of her-
Another loud, strong quake started to shake beneath them and she lost her balance and fell back against his chest. Caught off guard he fell backwards himself while bringing her with him and they tumbled down the volcano like a colorful ball towards the abandoned town. He landed on his back with the Queen's little body jabbing him right in his stomach. The force made all the air in him blow out of his mouth and he started to cough. Damn, any lower and that would've been painful. She quickly sat herself up on his stomach and rubbed her head.
That hurt. She said, hissing in pain.
It was a good thing she wasn't so heavy or else he would have pushed her off of him. He lifted his neck up to see her checking herself out for any injuries while thick flakes of ash rained down on them gently. In the background he could see the sky covered in black clouds and the lava pouring down towards the ocean. The bright orange glow lit up the volcano's surroundings and there was fresh smoke in the air. It was simply breathtaking to him. Are you ok? He asked.
She nodded before coughing a bit. I think I just hit my head other than that no harm done. She wiped her face leaving black smudges all over her white fur. Even her wings were getting painted black thanks to the ash and soot. He thought she looked truly stunning that he couldn't help, but smile.
She caught him. Why are you smiling?
Your fur is turning black thanks to the ash.
She sighed and started to cough once again. Great, I'm going to need a wash after this. Can we please get out of here…
Aww, why? You can't tell me it was that bad. He asked.
I'm having a hard time breathing...She said before spitting black stuff from her mouth.
He rolled his eyes, but nodded. Alright, but you need to get off of me first.
She blushed when she realized she was indeed sitting on his stomach and jumped off of him rather quickly for his taste. He got up, hissing in pain from the spot she hit and no doubt will be feeling that tomorrow.
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~I don't mind spending' everyday
Out on your corner in the pouring' rain
Look for the girl with the broken smile
Ask her if she wants to stay awhile…~
They were back on her island afterwards with him sitting by the shoreline while she took a little bath in the shallow part of the ocean. Not wanting to feel like a pervert, he covered his face with his wing while hearing her hum a soft tune to herself and water splashing everywhere. He once again thanked the lucky stars the Brute still wasn't home or else he would've felt bad for her having to explain herself why she was covered in ash and soot with his scent on her. He cringes from that thought, remembering Brute standing above him and the Queen while screaming how she "reek" of him during their confrontation on his island.
If I didn't know better this stuff is just spreading thanks to the water. She said. What do you think?
I'm not sure. I can't see anything. He said, making sure not to drop his wing from his sight.
He could hear her giggling again. Why do you have your wing up like that?
Um...well, you are bathing, I figured you want privacy. He said.
You've seen me drench before….
True, but still watching her wash her body might do something to him again. Just out of respect, my Queen. You are a higher alpha after all.
Yeah, but I trust you. She said.
What in the world did that suppose to mean? Like did she trust him not to look at her "that '' way or was she just that comfortable with him where she didn't care what he saw when she's wet. He snapped out of his thoughts when he felt little droplets of water hitting the top of his head.
You could use a bath as well. You're covered in ash.
I like it this way, thank you very much. He said, while slowly lowering down his wing.
She had her head underwater to wash her face to notice him staring. Her wings were high up and fluttering to get rid of the water. Thin lines of black water were trailing off of them revealing the beautiful rainbow colors as well as those golden eyes prints. He swears those eyes would follow him whenever he moves and glare at him as if hoping his head will cave in. He heard a loud splash and saw the Queen's head popping out of the water and using her claws to wipe her face. She tilted her head to the right a bit and that's when he saw it.
Right there on the left side of her neck where her wet fur parted he saw the teeth marks in her delicate skin. It was a simple curvy road of teeth and no doubt he could see the rest of them if she turned her back to him. So the Brute's kind marks their mates just like his kind does. Odd, why didn't he notice her marking before?
(You were too busy staring at her eyes to notice anything else, dumbass)
He really needed to stop talking to himself, even his inner thoughts were never on his side. How brutal, he thought while looking at her neck. The Brute's powerful jaw can tear heads off his opponents' bodies with ease so how was he able to bite her without killing her? The thought of the brute having a softer side made him want to laugh because that's hard to see or believe yet on the other hand-
Her eyes trailed over to him and he quickly looked away while feeling the heat in his cheeks again.
Rodan?...
I wasn't looking! He said too quickly. Oh real smooth, Rodan, reeeal smooth.
(Dumbass…)
She started to giggle. Um, no...I was going to ask if you were OK. You're awfully quiet.
Just thinking, that's all. He said. Which was true in a way since he was thinking about her mark on her neck.
She got up and walked over to him while shaking the water off her body. He kept his eyes on the ground and didn't look up till he felt her sitting down next to him. She fluttered her wings again to dry them sending a gentle mist towards him before settling them down on the ground. The blue light in them faded down to a very soft glow. She went back to wiping her face and neck with her claw, So what are you thinking about? She asked.
(How that bite mark shouldn't be on that soft skin of yours.) Oh you know, how awesome it was to see the volcano erupt like that. Boy, it brought back memories when there were more of them.
She snickered, I don't know how you can call that a fun time. I thought we were going to be burned to death.
You do know I'm immune to fire and lava, right? He asked, then noticed her slightly shivering.
I know, but I'm not. Just like you can withstand the heat and fire and breathing in all that thick smoke, I can't do that. She said, shaking her head to dry out her fur.
So, there are things you do that I can't. At least you can go places without burning things down and you're well loved by everyone.
Perhaps. I'm just saying, you knew this yet you still wanted me to be so close to the eruption.
And I made sure no harm was done to you, right? The only bad thing that came out of it was your fur getting dirty. He said, bluntly.
She was shivering more, True, and now, look at me.
You didn't have to take a bath you know.
I'm sorry, but ash and soot isn't my type of appearance. She said with her head held up high.
(No, you just didn't want Him to ask questions when he comes back.) I see….He said, tilting his head a bit. And now you're shivering because it was a wise idea to bathe in the middle of the night.
I'm not that cold, once I dry up I'll….
She didn't finish when she saw his giant wing looping around her and pulling her close to his larger body. Damn, she was so light and tiny compared to him that he scooped her up easily for a more cradle position while holding the back of her head with his claws. She started to wiggle a bit and he didn't know it was her trying to escape or get in a more comfortable position.
~And she will be loved
And she will beloved..~
Rodan? She questioned him.
You're cold… He said, while spreading out his other wing, showing off the warm orange glow with tiny little embers floating down to the sand. You need to dry up….
Lowering his head down, he uses his stretched out wing to wrap themselves like their own personal cocoon. The Queen cleared her throat and let out a tiny sigh. You don't have to do this.
Yeah, but you're shivering...
She gave him a look, like she hated for someone like him making a point. Just don't cook me alive, please?
The only way that will happen if you pissed me off other than that this should feel like a warm summer day.
She shifted again, letting her long legs and arms curl up against her and slightly snorted. I forgot how warm you can be sometimes.
Is that bad?
She shook her head while leaning her head against him and closed her eyes. It's quite relaxing. Pardon me, if I fall asleep on you. She said, quietly.
He smirked, I don't mind at all.
They stayed quiet for a moment where only the sounds of the waves crashing against the shore and the Queen's feather-like breathing could be heard. Her fur dried up instantly and came back extra fluffy than before.
She let out a small hum, Do you miss your old home sometimes? She asked.
He shrugged, Why would I miss it?
Well, it must've been hard to see the False King take over it after... you know…. defeating you in battle. I know they tend to leave places they touch uninhabitable and disgusting. She said.
A volcano is a volcano to me so it was easy for me to relocate. It's all the same, One piece of land, one volcano...one me...He said, more grimly than a joke.
He suddenly felt a slight nudge on his cheek and shifted his eyes down to see her retracting her claw. She gave him a sad little smile. That must've been lonely for you.
I had my bad days, but most of the time I wanted to be alone. He said, sadly.
Ever since Anguirus died he couldn't stand letting anyone else in his life. What was the point? They would get close only to be taken away either by a rock or some golden bastard from another world.
She shook her head and tilted herself till her side was completely pressed up against him. My King would say the same thing. How he would prefer being alone than having companions. It took years to break down that wall to allow me into his world.
He turned away to roll his eyes. He didn't like being compared to the Brute just as much as the Brute hated to be compared to him. They were nothing alike….well...except….
I don't know how you two can stand it, but I hate being alone. It's too quiet and nerve wracking for me. Call it a flaw, but that's just how I am.
You shouldn't be telling others your flaws….that can get you in a lot of trouble.
Her eyes were closed again and her body started to get heavy from her relaxing against him. Oh please, Rodan…..you don't scare me…..
Well that's nice to know, he thought grumbling. He looked down to see her sound asleep once again. Her fur was completely dry at this point that her cheek were turning pink from the warm heat he was creating between them. He should lay her down before it gets too hot, but he didn't want to wake her up. He lowered his other wing to let some fresh air in and saw her squirm a bit from the sudden coolness before going back to sleep. He couldn't help, but stroke the back of her head with his claws which made her shift a bit before whispering a small hum…..My King….
Of course she would say His name in her sleep….
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~Tap on my window, knock on my door, I
Want to make you feel beautiful
I know I tend to get so insecure
It doesn't matter anymore…~
The next day, he was staring at his reflection in the water to make sure he looked presentable. His hard skin was nice and red with a satin gloss. He made sure his talons and claws were sharp and his wings bright, fiery, and hot. He couldn't help himself sometimes as he stood there with his chest puffed up and wings spread out far and wide…
I said it before and I'll say it again, Rodan you one good-looking Kaiju. He told himself.
Now don't be nervous. He said as if his reflection was talking back to him just like the last time. This is a very risky step.
I wouldn't call it risky since I have nothing to lose. He said while shrugging his shoulders.
You could lose your life….Are you willing to risk that?
His head snapped up from hearing a familiar voice. He looked around his home and thought he was going crazy since he was the only one here. He huffed, thinking he only heard it in his head since it wouldn't be the first time his mind was invaded by strange voices. He looked down at his reflection again in the water only to nearly jump out of his skin when he saw his old friend sitting next to his. Anguirus?! He stuttered and turned to his right to see if his dead friend was right next to him only to be disappointed to see nothing.
Anguirus shrugged, Technically, it's your conscience, but for some reason you always picture me as it.
He rolled his eyes. Well, when you get enough lectures and nagging over the years then yeah, I think of you.
How funny, Gojira told me the same thing when I visited him during his low points.
Damn, you didn't waste any time bringing him up, did you? He asked, slouching a bit.
A wave hit his feet causing Anguirus to disappear for a second only to reappear again with his unusual disapproval face. He would always get that face whenever he did something wrong in the spiky kaiju's eyes. You know I hate that face, what is it this time? He asked.
Must you pout like that? You know why I am here because as confident as you are, you know this is wrong…
He took a step back from the water. I don't know what you are talking about?
Rodan, come on, this is me you're talking to. Do you really think it's a good time to tell Mosura how you feel? Are you really going to take it that far?
Oh that's rich coming from you! You're the one who always tell me to express myself! He spat.
Yes, that is true, but you are about to cross a very dangerous line here. You and I know how he gets? Why do you always have to piss him off knowing the temper he has?
The Brute has nothing to do with it. He's not even here. He left her once again and who knows how long he's going to be gone this time! He shouted.
So this has nothing to do with you getting back at Gojira by going after her?
What the fuck is that suppose to mean?!
You know exactly what I mean.
I'm not that kaiju anymore, Anguirus…...I….I love her. He said in a soft voice. He did, he truly did and he wanted to tell her for so long. He thought he lost her when she left, but now that she's back in his life, he will not waste this second chance.
You're going after a taken female….sounds like the Rodan I know very well. Worse, it had to be Gojira's mate this time.
She deserves better and I can be that "better" option for her. He said only to have Anguirus shake his head.
I've told you two countless times this feud or rivalry you have with each other is going to get out of hand one day. Everything always ends in a fight with me stuck in the middle. I told you those bad habits of yours are going to bite you in the ass one day, but do you listen?
Stop lecturing me! He shouted at the water. You always stick up for him. It was always about what was best for Gojira. I can't recall you ever defending me as much as you do for him. If he really loves her he wouldn't have taken her for granted. If she loves him so much, why is she spending so much time with me?
You know why. Gojira's stupid pride and horrible decisions put a strain on their relationship. She is just looking at you for that friendship and comfort. That's all she sees in you. There's nothing romantic about it. She went above and beyond to have you in her life against Gojira's wishes. Do you really want to mess that up?
His face fell a bit. You don't know that. You're just a silly reflection. She could have feelings for me. I won't know unless I tell her. The brute blew it with her now he needs to let someone else give it a try.
Once again he gets the disapproval look. Rodan….
He growled. Don't say I'm being selfish and if I am, so what! Why can't I be happy for once. After everything that happened to me, when is it my turn to be happy! He's just as big of an Asshole as me yet he gets everything while I'm left with nothing.
And taking away the one thing that completes him is not the way to find happiness Rodan and you know that.
Oh kaiju! Can you stop being so self-righteous for once! Can you once stick up for me!
He shut his eyes, hoping Anguirus would go away. Hoping his voice would leave him alone, but instead he heard his dead friend sighing.
I never thought I would see you this way, Rodan. You always told me and yourself, you would never love again. I always hope you would so you can finally let go of that hatred and bitterness and learn to live life once again. That goes with Gojira as well. With him saying he didn't need anyone, that he was better off alone, that the pretty moth didn't mean anything to him and now look at him. I just call it bad karma that both of you found happiness in the same female...boy, I didn't see that coming. I know you love her, but you need to understand, if you take it this far it won't end well. Not only are you going to hurt yourself, but you are going to hurt her too.
Again, you don't know the outcome. What if she returns those feelings.
Do you honestly think Gojira is going to let her go that easily? He might not show it often, but he loves her more than anything in the world. You and I both know he will kill you and I won't be there to stop him this time.
He growled from his friends' words. And who's fault is that? Huh? The False King only wanted that Brute, not you! You had a choice not to follow him in battle, but you went anyway! He left you there to die so he can escape with Mosura! You're calling me selfish knowing you left and didn't give a damn about how I would feel about it. You were my best friend too, Anguirus, not just his! I needed you just as much as he did!
Rodan, don't change the subject, this won't end-
NO, I'm tired of being alone! I can make her happy and I'm not going to lose this opportunity again so go away! He shouted and slammed his wing down on the water to make his friend disappear for good. When he lifted his wing up, Anguirus was gone and he felt so sad all of a sudden. He sighed, I'm sorry my friend, I know you're trying to help, but when the feeling is strong, you can't help it sometimes.
He was hoping to hear his voice again. All those times he would lash out at him, Anguirus would never leave his side and just waited for him to calm down before talking to him again. But this time there were no last words from the spiky kaiju and he sat there with his head down.
I miss you….
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It was late evening when he flew over to her island again. He didn't want to leave her after last night, but she wanted some alone time and he respected that. Besides he needed time to plan out how he was going to face her and tell her his true feelings. With one of her favorite treats clutch in his beak, he repeated the words he was going to say over and over again in his head. What he didn't plan was the Brute returning and he was so lucky to be flying so high in the sky to be seen. He nearly lost his ability to fly when he spotted the fat lizard staring down at Mosura who had her back turn to him.
He quickly flew up into the clouds to stay hidden, but was able to see what was going on. The body language the Brute was portraying told him he came back to grovel at her feet, but the way she had her back turn, it wasn't going to be that easy. The brute tilted his head up and muttered something before lowering himself down till he was lying on his stomach. Probably his way to talk to her at her level and begin to nudge her back with his snout.
He snorted. There was no way the Queen would submit to the Brute's apologetic playfulness. The Queen's wings flared up and started to glow and took a few steps forwards to get away from him before settling down again. The back of the Brute's plates lighting up meant he was not pleased with her stubbornness. They must've been talking, but he couldn't hear what their conversation was about except for a few grunts and growls coming from the Brute's mouth. His large tail started to wag and he crawled over to her to nudge her again with his snout. To his horror, the Queen turned around to face her King, but kept her head down still. The same way she would do when she was hurt or didn't know what to say what was on her mind. There was more talking on her part only to have the brute shake his head and not taking what she was saying seriously. She was not happy with that and made him look at her with her claws to make sure he was paying attention.
He nearly dropped the treat in his beak when he saw the Brute gently push her down on her back with his snout and hover over her while using his claws to pin her wings down. He was hoping she would push him away, to tell him the affection will not work this time, but sadly, that wasn't the case. The way her wings were lighting up and wrapping themselves around the brute's back told him this is exactly what she wanted the idiot to do. To come back after cooling off and be together once again. The Brute started to nuzzle her, making his plates and her wings to glow even brighter. The gold color in the eye pattern on her wings shined as she tried to cover them for privacy. The same way he did the night before. His face darkens and he wonders if the Brute knows she fell asleep in his wings again for warmth and comfort.
His vision started to blur and that was the sign to get the hell out of here before he witness them having some good old fashion "Make-up" sex. He took off quickly not caring if he made a sound or not. No doubt the royal couple were too busy to notice anyway and headed back home sulking with angry tears trying to come out.
For the first time in weeks, the night belonged to him and only him and he didn't like it. Sitting on the rim of his volcano he twirls the fruity tree he was going to give her between his nails with a sad, disappointing look on his face. More so, he felt embarrassed for having to witness that lovable exchange between the Queen and the Brute. Seriously, even way back then when they were younger, he never understood what she saw in the giant, fat lizard. He would recall countless times watching her and the Brute interact while Anguirus nudge his wing with a big goofy grin on his face. Saying their giant friend was so dense to see what the beautiful moth was trying to do. Anguirus would be rooting for her quietly while he thought the moth was too stupid to give up no matter how many times the Brute would push her away. My, my, how things change and now look at him….
He threw the tree into the lava and watched it burn while sinking down in the bright orange goo. The smell of smoke filled the air and the lazy popping of the lava bubbles made his head hurt a bit. He looked up at the stars in the sky and closed his eyes to feel the heat from the lava below him.
Damn, his chest hurts….
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~It's not always rainbows and butterflies
It's compromise that moves us along, yeah
My heart is full, and my door's always open
You can come anytime you want, yeah..~
He told himself….he was going to stay away for a while. No doubt with the idiot back, she wasn't even thinking about him anymore. Part of him was hoping maybe….just maybe she would sneak off and visit him in the middle of the night. After all, all their nightly dates were him going over there and convincing her to escape with him for a few hours. Sadly, after two lonely nights, she never came and he couldn't take it anymore. He knew it was no good for him, but this love, this obsession won't let him leave! It only took two nights for him to cave and headed over there once again to see her.
What he didn't expect was finding her by the entrance of her cave waiting for him. She actually looked relieved to see him as he landed as quietly as he could by the shoreline. Something changed though, she was happy to see him, but instead of jumping into his embrace like the last few times, she slowly walked over to sit down in front of him.
Where have you been? She whispered, making sure not to wake up the Brute.
(Why do you care) He thought, Sorry, I was catching up on my sleep. He lied.
She giggled, I can understand that. It's just….weird not seeing you for the last two days. I was getting a little worried.
He tilted his head to the left to see the entrance of the cave slightly glowing a faded blue light. I see your precious King is back. He said, trying so hard not to spit out the word precious.
She exhales and looks down at the ground. Yeah, he came back a few days ago. Moody as ever while trying to apologize for acting the way he did.
(It didn't look like he had to try too hard to win you back by the way you submitted to him) He thought and wanted to slap himself for thinking too harshly towards her. I'm sure you're happy?
He noticed a tiny frown, but she quickly replaced it with a smile. I am, though it seems like nothing has changed. She said. No doubt she was talking about the whole "he won't open to me" crap again. But enough about that, is everything OK with you? She asked.
What makes you think something is wrong?
You look upset and I don't know why?
(I saw you two making up and here I was going to confess my feelings) I don't mean to look so moody, I just have a lot on my mind.
She smiles, You know talking about it helps.
Not in this situation. I'm fine, really, I am.
It looked like she wasn't buying it, but smiled no less. Alright, so where do you want to go?
He raised a brow, Go?
Yeah, I figure that's why you are here and I know this might sound weird, but I miss you.
He stared at her for what seems like forever, Why would that sound weird?
She shrugged, I don't know…I guess it was odd not seeing you for two days.
I see...so you really want to go somewhere?
She nodded, Some place that will cheer you up for sure.
It sounded nice, but he just didn't feel so good at the moment. He had a hard time looking at her without picturing the brute hovering over her in such an affectionate way. That sounds nice, but I'm in no mood for something fun. I feel like I need some quiet time.
No matter, I just want to cheer you up so if it's quiet time you need so be it. So where does the fire demon go for down time? She asked with a big smile on her face. Her wings fluttering in a friendly matter.
He thought about it, Where there this one place I never told anyone about. The only thing I ask from you is not to make fun of me.
She rolled her eyes, Queen's word. She said.
Alright, let's go. He said, leaning down close enough for her to latch on to his neck. Instead, she took a stop back which surprised him. Something wrong?
She shook her head and blushed, No, of course not. I just feel like….well...I'm capable of flying by myself that's all.
(Yet you never complained before...not until He came back) He thought. From personal experience during his fun time with females. When they start backing away it only means two things: One, the males are getting very suspicious and no doubt caught wind of his scent on their mates. (Which he knew that wasn't the case or else the brute would have paid him a visit by now) or Two: Now that she and her mate made up, the guilt is pouring in and she is once again conflicted about her actions. Fickle. That's the only way to describe her is being so damn fickle.
Alright then. He said, lifting his head up while spreading out his orange glowing wings. Just try to keep up.
He flew up into the air while hearing the Queen following him from behind. If she really wanted to cheer him up, she would have let him carry her over to his quiet place instead.
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~I don't mind spending everyday
Out on your corner in the pouring rain
Look for the girl with the broken smile.
Ask her if she wants to stay awhile..~
The look on her face was priceless. She should be stunned and amused by the scene in front of her. The only kaiju who ever saw him act this way was his mate though she did tell him he lost a couple of points off his masculinity, but "I still love you, my Fire Star." He couldn't help it….something about the warmth and texture of sand just makes his body relax and put his mind at ease. He found this place a while back and would come here when he was feeling low or self-loathing at the time. The Queen told him she knew this place, the humans called it the Sahara Desert when she was communicating with them a while back. His respond to that was a disgusting look and will never understand why she finds those stupid pests so fascinating.
He can hear the Queen giggling from watching him glide his body against the sand and letting it pour down on him despite it burning out the fire in his wings.
So this is how you relax? She asked.
He looked back at her, the moodiness he felt towards her long forgotten now since she allowed himself to let go and be out of character for once, and couldn't help but smile. Don't laugh.
It's hard not to, but I understand. You act to sand like I do when it comes to pollen in the flowers. Wild and free.
He went back to the sand, hitting a giant mountain pile and letting it fall on his body again. He stood up to flap his wings, a nice way to stretch them out and create a pretty sandstorm and watch it blow across the land.
Rodan, stop flapping your wings, Please! She hollered only to cough while shaking her head to get rid of the sand.
He had to hold back his laughter, the way she was coughing sounded cute. It was high pitched and squeaky. Must everything she does be so silly and cute whether it's her being mad, sad, or happy. My apologies, Mosura, something about the soft texture of this sand makes me a little playful. He said, shaking his body to get rid of the dirt. She was too busy brushing the sand off her body to notice him walking over to her till they were just a few meters apart.
She stared down at his dull wings, Why, your wings are burnt out from it. She asked while her eyes twitched from the sand.
He picked up his wings and brought them down quickly. A burst of flames appeared, bringing his wings back to life. It's a quick fix. He said, sporting himself with such confidence. He liked the way the glow of his fire danced in her large blue eyes. She actually looked amazed by the site of his wings. Now that he was feeling better, he wanted to do something fun. Care to join me in the sky?
She let out a small giggle, Do I ever say no.
She lifted her wings up, getting herself ready to fly, but stopped when she realized he was looming over her while walking around her. He wanted to take her flying just like before, with her bracing him and letting him do all the heavy lifting. She enjoyed it before the brute came back so no doubt she would enjoy it again. All she needed was a little persuasion. Something he was very good at among many of his "Talents".
What are you doing? She asked with curiosity in her eyes.
He stood right behind her and lowered his head down till it was resting on her shoulder. His way to grab her attention and he loved the way she would react to it. Nervous with a little giggle. I find it better if I take you flying like before.
Her antennas twitched, Oh as in you holding me with your talons?
Odd way to put it. Normally she would wrap her claws around his neck. What a poor way to stall him, but fine, two can play this flirty game. Or have your claws wrapped around my neck, I don't mind.
She lowered her head and he can sense the conflict in her again. You should. I'm not hurt or lazy so why let me?
Pressing his cheek against hers, he whispered, It's fun being your wings.
She smiled like she was trying so hard not to laugh so instead she sighed, You're a lousy flyer, remember?
Ouch, again with the insults. Lousy flyer his ass, that hasn't stopped her from letting him take her places. Hey give the male some credit, at least he was trying to fly gracefully like she does. If there were other male flyers around no doubt they would have bullied him for flying like a female. She pulled away and turned around to face him and she looked nervous.
We could just….talk? She whispered.
He tilted his head, I thought you wanted to fly?
She bit her claw a bit and it looked like she was having her own little war battle in her mind. Conflicted once again. Whatever the brute told her the other day is now messing up his time with her. Curse that fat bastard, he always ruins everything for him. Talking sounds better...she said.
He mentally scoffed to himself and sat down on the ground next to her. Even with that he still towers her where her head barely reached his shoulders. He looked at her funny when he caught her staring at the ugly scar on his chest. The one where the brute impaled his fist in. OK, what do you want to talk about? He asked, though he had a bad feeling it was bad news.
Flapping her wings, which released a cloud of shimmer dust in the air, she exhales to calm her nerves. I know it's a little late, but thanks for the gifts.
The little smile on her face made his eyes beamed, And here I thought you didn't notice them.
I did. I mean plants don't just show up with burn marks on them. Just be glad I wake up before my King does. She said, looking up at him. She slightly flinched when his face twitched from hearing that name. Dammit, she was not supposed to see that.
I'm guessing he doesn't know about the gifts or else he would have tracked me down again. He said, and couldn't help, but snickered at the fact that the great and powerful King had no clue what's been going on behind his back.
Offended, Mosura frowned. It's funny for you since you're not the one hiding things from him.
If he's supposed to feel bad about the brute's lack of attention and common sense, he doesn't. What he did feel bad about was the way it was affecting her. You shouldn't feel so down about this. If he wasn't so uptight about us seeing each other, we wouldn't have to sneak around like this. But if you're uncomfortable, we don't have to do this anymore. He grumbled. Part of him wanted to kick himself between the legs for even offering that to her. He didn't want to stop seeing her and he was hoping she would decline his suggestion as well.
Why did everything feel so tense all of a sudden. He just had a bad feeling like she was trying to tell him something. She just looked so nervous being close to him all of a sudden. It must be the guilt finally catching up to her and he didn't want her to feel guilty about all this. If the brute is treating her badly and she is having fun being with him, what's there to feel guilty about. He wished he could read minds like she did so he can figure out what in the world is making her so quiet and cluttered. Sitting here waiting for her to say something started to make his eyes droop a bit so he spread out his wings and shifted himself around to get comfortable before tucking them back against his body. He wiggled his head in an effort to keep himself awake only to see leftover sand fall off his body. It fell right on top of her face thanks to her looking up at him and she jerked.
She started to cough and rubbed her eyes again with her claws and he couldn't help, but snicker a bit. That's not funny. She said, looking up at him once again with pinkish cheeks.
Can't help it. Your coughs are so squeaky, it's cute. He said, with a smirk then noticed little particulars of sand all over her face. Not that he didn't mind, it gave him an excuse to caress that lovely face of hers plus, no Queen should have a dirty face. Hold on, you got dirt on your face…..
Looking back at this scene in which Rodan would replay it over and over again in his mind to remind himself of the turning point of their short-lived relationship. He thought about how while others were so quick to judge and point claws at him as being the bad guy in this love triangle, they didn't know what really happened. Flirting and playing around was something he knew how to do and not once did she ever tell him to stop during their secret dates. He knew she was vulnerable and he loved her too much to keep himself from doing anything beside flattering her with a lot of heavy flirting and attention….if he wanted to, he would scream it at the top of his lungs that it takes two to have an affair and the Queen did her fair share as well. Sadly, he would rather take the blame out of respect for her since what happened between them was only their business.
….he leaned down towards her while slowly lifting his claws up to clean her face. But what happened next would burn in his mind forever. She closed her eyes and leaned forward towards him with her mouth pointing up high. His claws gently landed on her face and he felt a small kiss coming from her. His jaw dropped and was too flabbergasted to move his hand away from her. She opened her eyes and realized it was his hand and not his beak she kissed and started to tremble from embarrassment.
Um….Mosura, this is a really weird way to stop me from wiping your face with my claws. He said slowly with big wide eyes. She didn't move from his touch while their eyes remained locked with one another. She still didn't move when he started to trace the outline of her mouth with his sharp nail with a dire need to taste it once again. Dammit, dammit, dammit…..
Her face started to warm up from her blushing and she finally pulled away while taking a few clumsy steps back.
Forgive me, I just thought….
She thought he was going to kiss her?…..
I mean….The last time you said that…..
The last time? He would tell her all the time if her face was dirty...seriously, she thought he was going to kiss her?
….during the storm….
The storm? She still remembered that little heat session they had during that storm on his island? You would think after throwing a fit for letting him make a move like that, she would never bring it up again. She did say it was a bad judgement call for both of them since they were lonely at the time. Still here she was bringing it up again and trying to kiss him….
(Don't do it) Anguirus's voice echoed in his head.
Her eyes started to water and she looked extremely embarrassed from the whole thing. Oh kaiju, if she wanted to kiss he would gladly meet her halfway. He didn't think she would….
(Listen to me, this won't end well)
Shut up, Anguirus. She started it…
I shouldn't have….She started to stutter.
(Gojira is not going to like it. I know you never got along with him, but this is crossing the line)
She looked down at the sand where her legs and claws were buried. I'm sorry…..I…
~And she will be loved, and she will be loved
And she will be loved, and she will be loved..~
Fuck it. The stupid Brute should've been taking better care of his female.
He closed the gap between them by nuzzling her hard with his beak. She barely said his name before losing her balance and falling backwards with him following. Her back hit the soft sand with a poof causing her wings to flare up high and sparkle. He was so glad he was able to catch himself from completely landing on top of her or else he would have squished her with his massive weight. He continues his gentle caressing by rubbing his cheek against hers while letting out a low purr. She was so soft and she smelled so good. He spread his wings out, letting his claws glide up her soft wings, and covered them the the same fire style cocoon to hide themselves from the world. His beak went towards her neck and started to nip at it. Right where the brute's mark was as an added insult to the situation. He brought his hot tongue out and started to make swirls against her delicate skin. Feeling that fine fur getting wet and strange prickles from touching the teeth holes.
~I know where you hide alone in your car
Know all of the things that make you who you are..~
She let out a small moan and placed her claws on his chest when he pressed his body closer to hers. The air around them started to get hot and dry due to his warm wings cocooning them. He was lucky they were around sand or else the fire that was flaring out of his wings would have burned down the land around them. He shut his eyes, allowing him to feel her better with his other senses and started to trail his tongue up to her cheek. The mark on her neck tasted bitter in his mind.
She flinched from the sudden movement and let out a breathy pant. Stop, Rodan…A giggle escape from her mouth….that tickles.
The look on her face told him that just came out of nowhere and it even surprised her. Before she could say another word, he licked her mouth before returning that kiss that started it all. Her mouth slightly opened, but it was enough to slip his tongue in for a forbidden taste. His claws came down and cupped the right side of her face to make the kiss last a little bit longer. She was stiff at first, but slowly relaxed to his affection.
He finally pulled away, breaking a thin string of saliva between them and pressed his forehead against hers while she panted for air. Rodan….She whispered.
You taste so sweet, Mosura….He said, nuzzling her forehead with his…..and surprisingly sticky.
We shouldn't be doing this…..She said in a quiet tone while burying her face in his chest with her claws running down his magma texture skin. Her long legs moving around against his stomach.
~I know that goodbye means nothing at all
Come back and makes me
Catch her every time she falls..~
He pressed himself harder against her to the point she was slightly sinking in the sand and could feel that fluffy fur around her chest getting damp by the heat of his body. He had to arch his back up due to her being so small so he can see her face to face. Her cheeks were bright red and warm and her eyes were glowing and foggy. She was breathing hard and had this look like she didn't know what to do with herself anymore.
He kissed her again before caressing her cheek with his claws. So much for wiping away those sand particulars, they were all over her body now. It's just you and me…..He whispered to her while looking at her as if it was for the first time. The big eyes, the fur, the colors and beauty. Such a rare creature who captured his heart and now he doesn't want to let her go….Damn, you're so beautiful.
~Yeah, tap on my window, knock on my door, I
Want to make you feel beautiful…~
He started to caress her again with nuzzles to her face while letting his claws roam her sides and silky wings.
...My King….
He raked his nails down her side and grip her leg.
…He's not here…..
She shut her eyes tight like she was fighting the whirlwind of emotions she was feeling because he for sure was battling them in his head. The speech he wanted to say to her, that silly confession he practiced all day and night started to play in his head. He wanted to say it. He wanted to tell her the truth, but his mouth was too busy giving her playfully nips on her neck, shoulders, and the middle of her chest to let words escape.
(I know I shouldn't be feeling this way about you….)
He could feel those tiny teeth of hers trying to bite down on his skin. Rodan….She panted.
(I know I'm no great King…) Though he would never say the word "Great" and "King" in the same sentence.
The caressing was getting more intense and hotter.
(but I'm in love with you….)
His other claws grip her other leg and he pulls her down more till her bottom half aligned with his. The movement released themselves from his wing-style cocoon and he could feel the cool breeze hitting his back. Which was a good thing with the way his wings were burning bright with embers and smoke.
~I don't mind spending everyday
Out on your corner in the pouring rain, oh
Look for the girl with the broken smile
Ask her if she wants to stay awhile
And she will be loved, and she will be loved~
….you're so warm…
(and if you give me a chance, I can treat you better…)
He went down and bit her neck once again. Enough for a firm grip, but not to pierce her already marked skin. So lost in the moment, he didn't notice her starting to panic. Looking back at it, she probably snapped out of her daze again and realized what they were doing once again.
(And if you give me a chance…)
He parted her legs and shifted a bit to get himself in position.
(I will do anything to make you mine….)
He went up to lick her mouth again only to hear her whisper. I'm sorry….
What?
She opened her mouth wide and bit his tongue hard. It was quick, but it hurt like hell and he backed away quickly while flapping his wings widely before falling right on his ass. The taste of his blood filled his mouth to the point he let his tongue dangle out of his beak as it began to throb. He looked down to see bright orange blood dripping down and sinking into the sand. He looked over at Mosura who was spitting and licking his blood away as fast as she could. She let out a small hiss and he knew it was from his blood burning the inside of her mouth.
She was breathing rapidly and just stared at him with that "what the hell happened" look. She placed her claw on her King's mark while letting her wings droop down til she was able to see those giant golden eyes. She started to get angry, but he couldn't figure out who she was angry at and before either of them could say another word, she flew up into the air and disappeared into the night…..
~Please don't try so hard to say good-bye
I don't mind spending everyday,
Out on your corner in the pouring rain
Please don't try so hard to say
Good-bye~
She will be Loved by Maroon 5
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(Present)
Rodan….are you still with me.
He shook his head and let his eyes trail over to Behemoth who was waiting for him to answer his question. He cleared his throat and quickly wiped his eyes. What?
Well, you were talking about how you and the Queen went to the Sahara Desert then you just went silent all of a sudden.
Oh. He said, but was glad for it. He didn't want to talk about their little make-out session anyway. Sorry, sometimes I just get so lost in thought….I…
Behemoth shook his head, No need to explain my friend. I know it took a lot to open up about what you went through. Would you like to continue?
He frowned as more memories started to flood his mind.
...Despite the tongue biting, a good assumption that she didn't want to see him anymore, she still came back to him…..
There's just so much stuff to talk about….
….They were alone in the Ruined City when he made the first move this time. The heat and touching was intense and he was going to tell her how he felt again till that slimy bitch of a parasite caught them…..
And the King had no clue? Behemoth asked.
….Oh, he did. The Brute paid him a visit and told him to stay away from her form now on, unless one day out of the blue, he was going to disappear. Just like he said, "Accidents happened"…..
Yeah, he knew, he told me to stay away and I did...I really did….
Behemoth leaned forward. But?
….She came to him that fateful night. She finally came to his island to see him after being absent for so long. They fought when he told her how he felt about her and for her denying she was feeling something too.. She was so angry at him, the brute and herself over everything that was going on. She was not supposed to like/love him back, her heart belonged only to one male, but yet, she snuck off to see him, she was here with him and even though she told him she was leaving, she didn't. Then the unthinkable happen…..
Rodan looked at his friend with that same look that said it all. Well, he didn't expect her to leave in the middle of the night to come see me…
I see….Behemoth said quietly. So I'm guessing when our King found out that's when those "Unfortunate Events" happened?
….She was gone that morning after their night together. Angry and fed up with her fickleness, he decided to fly over there and comfort the Brute himself. He was just a few miles from her home when he heard their loud and violent argument and realized she got caught and was trying to reason or calm the Brute from doing something drastic. She was screaming and crying and he was roaring and pointing claws at her while his plates and eyes glowed in sheer anger. Then the Brute grabbed her and pushed her away harshly while shouting how dare she blame him for her cheating ways. They were so lost in their fight they didn't see him coming and he saw Mosura holding her mate's snout while begging and pleading for forgiveness. His eyes grew wide when he saw a look he never thought he would see Gojira express. He took a deep breath and there was hurt, sadness and fear in his eyes as he cried out his next sentence. "Are you in love with him?" That's when he flew in and tackled the Brute to the ground…
There was a lot of fighting...he tried to kill me and I tried to kill him….I almost did….
…..he remembered fighting the Brute in the ocean. Blood, torn flesh and water flew everywhere. Mosura was screaming at both of them to stop fighting. His nails were deep in his gills that blood was squirting out, but that didn't stop the Brute from trying to take him down into the water to drown him.….
What were you thinking? Did you really think there was going to be a happy ending if you killed him? Did you feel bad for hurting-
Rodan sneered, I don't regret anything I did to that fucking bastard so don't even start that up Behemoth! Not one THING!
I wasn't talking about him, Rodan, I was talking about the Queen. He said, slightly raising his voice a bit.
That made him shut up quickly as if Behemoth bitch slapped him in the face again just like before. Mosura's face appeared in the mind. Her screaming at him not to kill the Brute. It would've been so easy. He was lying in the water with fatal wounds to his gills with blood pouring out and spreading across the water. The look of terror on her face when he flew down intended to cut the Brute's neck with his sharp talons. He didn't think she would fly between them, cradling her King with her own body for protection. He couldn't stop himself, he tried, but it was too late and he crashed into her with such force she ended up dying in the end.
(I love you, Rodan, I really do….but it was never meant to be….)
Look Rodan, I get it, you don't regret anything that happened between you and the King. I'm positive he doesn't care just as much as you do. There's no point trying to convince you to ask the King for forgiveness and he made it clear you don't matter to him anyway, but the Queen. You said you were happy being with her and loved her dearly so do you regret hurting her like she hurt you?
When he thought about it, he remembered their last conversation they had in the field when they were saying their final good-byes to their relationship. She was so mad at him for trying to kill her King even though he told her it was in self-defense still...he didn't really apologize for it among other things. He just screamed at her for stringing him along because the Brute wasn't paying attention to her and how she made him feel so worthless. But all in all, she said she was sorry, she told him she loves him dearly and always will and even after everything(while hugging him tight and crying) she will never regret seeing him for who he really was….but...did he ever apologize for his actions in this mess?
Rodan? Is getting lost in thought a habit for you as well. Behemoth asked with a small smirk. So this goes back to my question? Was it worth it?
He cleared his throat. So what's with the humming anyway? You've been doing that all evening?
Behemoth stared at him and realized he was done talking for the night. Changing the subject, are we?
Well you said you didn't want to know all the details of the affair? Remember? He said, and honestly, he felt emotionally exhausted after talking about it.
Perhaps, but you never answer my question. He said. Did talking seem to help you out even a little bit?
Rodan shrugged, It kind of did in a way. I know there's a lot of stuff I need to work on with myself but hey, it's a start.
One day at a time, my friend. One day at a time. Behemoth said, with a smirk.
Yeah, yeah, You told me. Shit, Behemoth, there must be a way to repay you for putting up with my immature ass all the time.
Nonsense, your company is enough of a payment for me. Though we need to work on that foul language of yours. The older kaiju said, slightly chuckling.
Not happening, but seriously, whatever favor you need, just tell me. He said, with a tired smile. Anyway, what was with the humming?
Behemoth sighed, Well, if you must know. Despite a "horrible" day as you describe it, I was really glad to see the Queen's lovely friend again.
Rodan's legs gave out and he fell on his butt from his friend's words. Lovely friend? You mean Scylla? Oh kaiju, don't tell me you...?
The sloth kaiju looked away bashfully and Rodan couldn't believe it. His older friend had a tiny crush on that annoying, rude Squid. Geez Behemoth, when did this happen?
Oh, we met a while back when we were heading over to the city where the King was fighting the False one. I think we clicked so it was really nice to see her again. I find her very pleasant and lovely. I hope I wasn't coming on too strong when she was here and I have the feeling the Queen picked up my feelings towards her and…..
He wished he had a great attention span like Behemoth because he was already getting lost deep in his clutter mind again. His thoughts went back to the Queen and the egg she was carrying. Feeling bad about how he reacted in front of her earlier today and wishing he could take it all back…..
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That favor he owes Behemoth came sooner than he expected and hopefully it would be enough for all the stuff the sloth kaiju has done for him. Despite the rain sprinkling down on his body and stinging like hell, he flew around in the cloudy sky while looking down at Behemoth and the so-called Lovely Scylla sparking up a conversation. After weeks of watching his friend wait for the squid to come over to chat. (Apparently, Behemoth asked the Queen if she could talk to Scylla on his behalf in hopes she would come see him, but the Squid never showed up), Rodan took it upon himself to get that squid to stop acting like a stuck-up bitch and give the male a chance. It took some convincing, but Scylla finally agreed and from the looks of it, it was going very well.
(My, my, rodan, you did a good deed for once that didn't benefit you in the long run.)
Oh shut up. He thought. I'm a good kaiju. I really am. Though even saying that about himself left a bad taste in his mouth. At least, she thinks I'm a good kaiju.
After that conversation with Behemoth a couple of weeks ago, things were getting better, but he couldn't shake that question his friend asked him.
Do you regret hurting her like she hurt you? Was it worth it?
He sighed and flew off away from the rainy sky and give his friend some alone time with his date. He brought him the female he admired now it's up to Behemoth to make something happen with Scylla. Good luck with that Behemoth, you're going to need it.
Call it stupid and risky, but he was compelled to go see her for a few reasons. He only hoped she was alone at the time. Luckly, her island home was clear and sunny and sure enough he spotted her sitting in the shallow part of the ocean, grooming herself while humming a happy tune to herself. He let out a small chuckle. At least her humming was nice to hear unlike Behemoth. After making sure the brute wasn't in sight, he flew down and landed a few meters away from her. The hard landing sent a giant tidal wave towards her which she quickly blocked with her large wing.
Rodan?...This is a surprise. She said, lifting her wing up to reveal herself.
He had to swallow from her appearance. She was still carrying and although the egg rounded her out tremendously, she was truly stunning. He shook his head so he could focus on why he was here in the first place. I'm sorry for the inconvenience, but I was hoping you can spare a moment to talk?
Her eyes widened, but she smiled no less. Of course….should I be concerned?
Concern about what? He asked.
Well, given the circumstances, I didn't think you wanted to see me or come near me anymore.
That surprised him. Why would you think I don't want to come near you anymore?
Rodan, I'm not clueless. I know you didn't react so well when you saw me pregnant. I thought you were ok since you told me you were, but I saw the mile-long destruction you did to Behemoth's home and-
And I'm here to apologize for that. He said quickly while he still had the courage.
Her antennas perked up from his sudden interruption. Excuse me?
He took a deep breath and looked down at his wings that were sizzling due to them touching the water. I'm sorry….for reacting the way I did. It was supposed to be a joyous occasion and you didn't even bring it up because you were so worried about my well being and the only thing I did was snap at you….so for that I'm sorry.
Her wings dropped into the ocean and struggled to shift her body around so she could face him. Rodan, I hope you didn't fly all the way over here to apologize. You didn't have to, I mean you already did when we were back on Behemoth's land. Besides, I was silly to think you would be happy seeing me in my condition and I know it was just another hurt I put on you and-
For fuck sake, Mosura, will you stop being so nice and just accept my apology. He said, rather annoyed.
She couldn't help, but smirk. Now there's the Rodan I know and love dearly. She said.
He gave her a sly smirk as the waves crashed into them every couple of seconds. He stayed quiet while she took a few steps over to him before taking a seat again with an exhausting huff. Placing her arms on her large belly, she looked down to hide the shyness. Thanks, Rodan. I know it took a lot of pride to apologize and for that I accept.
He exhales and bows his head to her, Thank you.
Is that all? I have a feeling there's more or else you wouldn't have flown all the way over here. A frown spread across his face and that made her frown as well. So what else is on your mind?
I've been talking to Behemoth a lot lately. That day when you and Scylla were around, it didn't take him long to notice there was some bad history between us. He said talking about it would help ease my mind since he was willing to listen without judging me. I swear you can't surprise or piss off that guy no matter how hard you tried.
She let out a small chuckle. I'm not surprised he would figure things out and like always, he respectfully keeps it to himself like a true gentlemale.
Yeah, I know that for sure. The advice he gave me helps out a lot during my low days. He huffed then stayed quiet for a moment with the Queen waiting for him to continue. He clicked his tongue and stared at the water and the steam coming off his wings. Mosura….that day in the field when we were talking things out, you know before we parted ways….you told me you were sorry for leading me on with mixed signals and for letting things get out of hand.
His yellow eyes trail over to her and she nodded and waited for him to continue.
Well, looking back at that conversation, I never apologize to you for my actions in that whole mess we created.
Rodan, what in the world are you talking about. I was the one who hurt you just like I hurt my King.
Seriously, Mosura, you really need to stop being so nice. He said, shaking his head. I did hurt you. Not only I betrayed your trust and destroyed our friendship….
It takes two to have an affair, Rodan, I wasn't exactly innocent myself…..
...I tried to take you away from him….
...I already forgave you for that, let's not bring that up anymore.
...I tried to kill your King….
And as upsetting as that was, I made my peace with it since he was trying to kill you too. To be honest, if the roles were switched, where he was going to make the final blow, I would've done the same thing. I didn't want anyone to die that day.
…I killed you….
She sighed while running her claw down her belly. I know you didn't mean it. I saw the look in your eyes, you were trying to stop yourself, but it was too late.
That doesn't mean it was right. I even told you you had the right to be angry about it.
I was, but I had to move on from it. You wouldn't believe the nightmares I had a while back over the guilt I was suffering from. The fact is, Rodan, it's very common for me to die, but I always come back so I never fear death.
He sighed, Still, I need to say it and that's big coming from someone like me.
She swayed her head back and forth, I know because you told my King you didn't regret anything that happened between us.
I take it, he told you the little conversation we had.
I just wanted to make sure it was civil, but having you here and apologizing for your actions. I knew you only said that to upset him. You may act so cold and tough and the A word, but I know the real you. It's a shame you only show the real you to me and nobody else. Why waste all that odd, funny charm in the dark.
Because you were the only one who took her time to see the other side of me. He said, then thought about it a little more. Well, I guess Behemoth is heading up there as well now.
And I'm glad about that. I know he will be there for you knowing I can't. She whispered. Let's try not to mess up that friendship alright?
Rodan could help, but smile a little. It seems like no matter what he does, she would always be very forgiving. I hope you can forgive me for everything.
She smiled and placed her claws on top of his wing to get his undivided attention. He could feel her firm belly slightly touching his skin. Rodan, the day we said good-bye to "us" I already forgiven you for everything. You should know that and the fact you saved my life, there is no way I'll ever think less of you. I just want peace and happiness between you and me.
I know you do. He said.
She smiled, Then are you happy? Tell me the truth.
Should he? Should he tell her that letting her go was a lot harder than he thought it would be. That she wasn't the only one being tormented with nightmares and always feeling so sad, angry and empty. But that was a while back and things were getting better and he was getting better and seeing her looking up at him with a soft smile and careness in her eyes, it will only continue to get better from here. I'm getting there, Mosura, it will take some time, but I will get there. I'm just glad you're finally happy with everything going with you.
She giggled, You know I'm glad you came by. I hope getting this guilt off your chest will help you find some inner peace.
He pulled his wing away from her soft hold and stared down at her large belly. For the first time he didn't feel so angry or resentful from seeing her that way. Another small step to try and better himself, he guessed. I better get going. No doubt your King will be coming back soon.
She huffed, I hope not too soon. He's been hovering over me like I'm such a weak little thing.
Well, Behemoth told me, males tend to be more aggressive and overprotective when their mates are carrying.
It must be true because I've never seen him this way, but if you really need to go, I understand.
He lifted his claws up because he wanted to caress her face just like old times, but slowly lower them down again. He can't do that anymore he told himself and just stared at her. He so badly wanted to tell her that he will always love her no matter what and will be there for her if needed, but instead…..I guess I'll see you around then? He asked.
She smiled at him as if she knew what he truly wanted to say. She nodded, Please take care of yourself.
Without taking his eyes off of her, he took a few steps back to spread out his wings. He gave her a wink before flying high into the air and looked down to see her waving at him while her wings glow bright and colorful. He took off back to Behemoth's (and might as well call his as well) home hoping Scylla was gone by then. He felt good, like a huge weight was lifted off his shoulders and could see his wings flaring up with little embers, ash and smoke.
Lost in his newly found peace he didn't realize he was being watched by a pair of golden eyes sticking out of the ocean...
Fin
MQB: Stay wonderful my lovely readers and be safe. Stay tune for the next One-shot "Gentle Waves". A sequel to "Raindrops" starring Scylla.
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