River of Love
By: Chibi Silver Neko
Summary: First attempt at Shigure x Tohru. Shigure has always been fond Tohru, whom he calls his 'little flower'. But what happens when his brotherly instincts slowly turn into love? How will our favorite dog tell his beloved Riceball how he feels? Will she return his love? Shigure x Tohru fluff.
Silver: This is a wierd movie I'm watching . . . Has anyone ever heard of Edward Scissorhands? That's what I'm watching. I've already seen it like a million times though. It's been around since I was born . . . Anyways, my thanks goes out to my reviewers nad my readers. Thank you!
Kyuubi-lover - Calm down. It's not the end, yet. Tohru and Shigure still have to get married, have the baby, and tell Hana and Uo of the pregnancy. And then Kyo and Yuki still have to find romance in their lives . . . Now that Tohru,their only crush, is taken. n.n Enjoy this next chapter and please don't beat Kyo to death, like Kagura does. Ok?
Nozomulover - Thank you! Enjoy this next chapter. n.n
Dae-chan - Thank you. Akito got what was coming to her. It took me awhile to get that meeting out of the way. And now, Hana and Uo are going to test Shigure. To see if he is worthy of Tohru. Which he will pass, just because I want to see him live a happy life with Tohru.
XdearestX - I agree with you! Akito does need more then just a little ass kicking. Pardon my language, but she does.
FurubaFmaNarutoHngFan - n.n Thank you. The Madubachi Trio did tell her off, didn't they? Wait until you see this chapter. n.n It'll be funny, at least I hope. -sweatdrops-
Kaegoe - -sweatdrops- Wow, big life size plushy of Akito, burned to a crisp after recieving a good jumping on . . . and a good beating. And my nickname for Akito is it. Since I think Akito is gender confused. Although he's a girl in the manga and in this story. -sweatdrops-
Midnight 1987 - Don't cry! -sweatdrops- What's next? Well, I'm planning on having Hana and Uo test Shigure, in seeing if he is worthy of her and of course, he'll pass. Just because he's worthy of her in my book. n.n
Thanks for reviewing,everyone! May you all enjoy a life of bliss, while watching Fruits Basket or reading it. n.nDisclaimer: I don't own Fruits Basket, much less Shigure. What a cruel world . . .
" . . . " - talking
' . . . ' - thinking
Italics - dreams or flashbacks
bold - Shigure's dog instincts (Go Doggie!)
OOC - Out of Character
A/N - Shigure maybe a little OOC, but it goes well with his struggling feelings for Tohru.
2nd A/N - Since Akito is a female and there is a strong sexual attraction between her and Shigure, there will be alot of sexual themes. Just skip over it if you don't like it.
3rd A/N - This will also have swearing because of Kyo-chan's bad mouth. n.n
4rth A/N - This is also rated for . . . Shigure's bad mouth, when he's extremely angry or when he is in protective mode.
Chapter Nineteen
(Ehehe . . . This will be a little Shigure x Tohru smut. Please, no hitting me or flaming! There will be no lemon.)
She woke with a startled cry, quickly sitting up. The covers shifted next to her as Tohru's brain buzzed in confusion. Her turquoise eyes blinked, straining to see through the darkness. Tohru sleepily rubbed her eyes, looking around.
'Where am I?' She asked herself.
"Tohru? What are you doing up at this hour? Is there something bothering you?" Asked a voice, startling Tohru as arms went around her waist, drawing her close.
"Shi . . . Gure?" Tohru mumbled, confused and still half asleep.
Shigure let out a small chuckle and kissed her neck, resting his hand over her stomach, "Hai, it's me." He whispered quietly, his thumb stroking the girl's stomach through her night gown.
Tohru let out a sleepy groan, snuggling into his embrace. She closed her eyes again.
"Are we . . . at home? Or am I dreaming?" She mumbled, her thoughts becoming more jumbled by the second.
Her Inu nipped at her neck gently, nuzzling it, "You're not dreaming, Tohru-chan . . . " He whispered, settling Tohru into his lap and holding her lithe form against his body.
A small sleepy smile broke out on her lips as she felt Shigure's warm skin under her cheek, "I don't remember your skin being this warm, Shii-chan . . . " She whispered, her brown hair tickling the Novelist's bare chest.
Shigure's black eyes blinked, staring down at her, "What did you say, Tohru?"
Tohru opened her eyes, returning his gaze, "I don't remember being able t-" The Onigiri gapsed, quickly pulling away.
Her turquoise eyes widened as she stared at him in shock, Shigure in the same state. There was an awkward heavy silence as they stared at each other in confusion. Shigure gulped, trying to get rid of the lump that formed in his throat.
"Ano . . . T-tohru-ch-chan . . . " He choked, feeling his heart skip a beat.
"H-hai?" The Onigiri whispered, looking at him.
"Hug me." He added.
Tohru nodded before throwing herself onto Shigure. They both toppled off Tohru's bed, the covers flying onto them. Both Shigure and Tohru struggled to get the blanket off of them. After struggling for a few moments, Tohru managed to get the blanket off the both of them. Her eyes widened again at the sight before her.
Shigure was still human, no fur and no dog. Shigure stared at his hands in utter confusion.
"Well, I'll be damned . . . " He said, blinking, "I'm still human . . . "
"Shii-chan . . . " Tohru whispered, smiling as tears formed at her eyes, "I think the curse has been broken . . . "
Shigure smiled warmly at her, his face softening, "It appears that way, doesn't it, Tohru-chan?" He replied.
Tohru giggled, nodding. The Inu chuckled and without thinking, he pulled his lover into his lap once more. Tohru gasped as Shigure nipped her neck lovingly, nuzzling it.
"Now I can really hold you close, without transforming." He whispered, stroking her hair gently.
"Shii-chan . . . " The girl mumbled, snuggling more into his body.
Her cheeks grew warm as she blushed furiously, realizing Shigure had no clothes.
"Sh-shii-chan, are you . . . n-nude?" She mumbled, her face beet red.
Shigure sweatdropped, laughing nervously, "Y-yea. Well, you see, Tohru-chan . . . it was blazing hot earlier . . . " He answered, scratching his head.
Tohru giggled, smiling, "If you're without clothing, then . . . " She squirmed in her Guardian's lap, causing him to grit his teeth, growling.
Mate . . . torture . . .
Shigure growled softly, restraining the moan that built in the back of his throat. His hand gripped the softfabric of her night gown, pulling her closer.Tohru giggled once more, still shifting in his lap. The need for her grew with each of Tohru's movement in his lap.
Hunger . . .
"T-tohru . . . You naughty little . . . flower . . . " Shigure managed to say, inbetween breaths.
"Some of you rubbed off on me, Shi-chan . . . " She whispered, planting a kiss on Shigure's lips.
His dark eyes narrowed and he scooped Tohru into his arms, standing, "That's it . . . Tohru . . . " He whispered, nipping her lips hungrily, "You forced me to dothis."
Mate . . . Love . . .
The Onigiri giggled, blushing furiously as Shigure gently placed her onto her bed. Shigure leaned closer to her, bringing his face inches away from hers.
"You, my little flower, are in trouble." He grinned mischeviously, earning a blush from Tohru.
Shigure brushed his lips over hers, cupping her face in his hands. The brown haired girl gasped as Shigure's kisses trailed down her neck. Tohru cried out, resting her hands on her boyfriend's chest as the kisses and ravishing continued.
"Shii-chan . . . " Tohru whispered hoarsely.
Shigure chuckled into her stomach, kissing it gently, "It's your fault, my sweet love." He nuzzled her stomach, pressing his face into her tummy gently, "For making me want you . . . "
Tohru giggled, "But it's your fault for being so attractive . . . " She teased, "My koinu . . . "
The Novelist rested his cheek on her warm stomach, sighing happily, "Speaking of koinu . . . " He mumbled, pulling Tohru's abdomen closer.
Tohru's face lit up and she looked at him in confusion.
He gently kissed Tohru's stomach once more, "We're starting a family together, Tohru-chan . . . Our children created from our love." The Inu pressed his cheek into her stomach more, enjoying the warmth of his love's skin.
"Shii-chan." Tohru smiled, bringing her hand to rest on his head.
Her fingers ran through his jet black hair, almost lulling her Inu to sleep. Shigure nuzzled her stomach once more before lifting his head. He captured her hand in his and brought it to his lips, kissing the middle of her palm.
"I love you, Tohru-chan." The Jyuunishi whispered.
Tohru giggled, smiling and she sat up, capturing her Guardian's lips in a gentle kiss, "I love you too, Shii-chan."
Japanese Words
Hai - Yes
-chan - Used at the end of a youg child's or girl's name that is close with one.
Ano - Um
Inu - Dog
Shii-chan - Shigure's nickname, given to him by the younger Jyuunishi (mainly Momiji).
Koinu - Puppy
Jyuunishi - Cursed
Note - In Japan, the Japanese sit on mats or pillows, when having a meal, or during a formal meeting.
Silver: I hope you all have enjoyed this chapter. I guess it had to end this way . . . and I mean the chapter, not the story. There's still more to come. n.n Leave a review on your way out. Ja'ne and see you next chapter!
And lid0ol.fantaSee.gurl, don't worry, I'm glad you're caught up now.