An: I'm back by popular demand I'm happy to see all of the great reviews. At first I thought that chapter nine didn't post, but it was because of that blasted story summer love it delayed my post, but I read the story too and it's really good also. Alas I'm talking too much I just decided I would give my faithful reviewers an extra chapter while I'm away on vacation also too readers and reviewers this is going to be a long story, so you're going to have to sit back and read. As much as I want to rush things too between Natsuki and Shizuru I simply cannot its called suspense lol. Also, to for those of you that have a learning disability please don't take offense to these next few chapters.

Disclaimer: I do not own Mai Hime or any characters

Warning: Mild and heavy themes of profanity as well as limes.

Natsuki's tongue traveled down the slender woman's body as she moaned and quivered in ecstasy at the emerald-eyed woman's ministrations. Looking into the eyes of her beloved the emerald-eyed woman spoke before caressing the crimson-eyed woman's cheek.

"I swear on my life and from the blood that flows through my veins that I will mend your heart."

"Oh Natsuki I love you so much."

"I love you too your mine forever," said Natsuki in a possessive tone before sucking on her lovers neck.

"Oh Natsuki please give it to me baby," said the husky voice below her. The cobalt-haired woman plunged her fingers deep into her lover's hot wet carven. Natsuki, biting her crimson-eyed lover's ear earning a throaty moan from the woman beneath her Natsuki slowly licked the inner shell of the tawny-haired woman's ear causing sweet torture. The sable-haired woman took her thumb and rubbed her lovers now swollen clit the twenty-six year old slowly plunged her two digits slowly into the hot carven.

"Go faster please go faster love."

"As you wish Shizuru…"

Natsuki awoke in with a jolt catching her breath while looking at her surroundings the emerald-eyed vice president held back a throaty moan. Fighting the urge to rush over to the tawny-haired woman's house to unleash her lust on the twenty-seven year old looked over to see that she had fallen to sleep at her desk.

Damn that same dream I need to get my head straight.

A hard knock came upon the twenty-six year olds door. Shouting to the person beyond the door to come in Natsuki looked up to see none other than Nao herself grinning from ear to ear. Looking blankly at her eccentric cousin's face Natsuki threw the red-haired woman her famous glare before speaking.

"Just what the hell are you doing here?"

"Come on is that anyway to talk to your dear cousin?

"Spit it our Nao!"

"Well, someone's in a bad mood. I have some interesting news for you just in case you're interested," said Nao while still having her trademark smile.

"What could you have that could possibly interest me besides drinking and going to the club. Oh wait… please don't tell me it's another date."

"No it's not a date, but get a load of this you're not going to believe it."

Nao threw a photo of a group of children that were lined up in a group photo. From far away it looked like any other class photo but something caught the young vice presidents eye. Natsuki could see the cobalt-haired girl smiling brightly into the camera the emerald-eyed woman smiled inwardly at her daughter's first school photo.

That's my Ruka I can't believe this is her first picture…wait how come I didn't get one.

"So, why are you giving me a picture of a bunch of kids that you work with at school, "asked Natsuki in an apathetic tone.

"Come on don't tell me that you don't notice," explained Nao before pointing towards Ruka's photo.

"That kid looks just like you Natsuki… accept those red eyes."

"Well, that could be someone else's kid," said Natsuki with an uninterested tone while looking at her paper work.

I have to distract myself else Nao will find out now is not the time to explain things.Also, to doesn't Nao work with kids that have special conditions?

"But, really this kid is like a mini you of you pup. She even started out in the same class as you at first she was distant like you were. Until we found out the reason why or rather I had to ask my boss in more detail what was wrong."

Natsuki could feel nervousness in her gut as she wanted shout at her cousin to tell her what was going on with her child. For that brief instant Natsuki could feel fear gripping at her heart once more and her mind being swallowed by guilt.

How come I wasn't told about this! Ruka what's wrong with my pup. Please don't tell me that she's…like me.

"S-So, w-what's wrong with the girl," asked Natsuki in a nervous tone.

"Well, she has severe dyslexia and she has some social problems. She's a smart kid and very bright and she reminds me of you pup."

Nao could see the tightening grip that Natsuki held on the stack of papers that were in her hand. Once again biting the inside of her jaw Natsuki calmed herself. Nao could tell that this deeply affected her cousin the red-haired woman knew that the cobalt-haired woman always held a soft spot for children despite her ruff upbringing. Nao could remember the sleepless nights that her cousin got due to over time that she endured just so she could donate to the children with serve learning disabilities.

Even though it was a part time job Natsuki gave it her all for those children…I guess that is how she got me into teaching.

"Don't worry pup with a bit of instruction she will be fine trust me."

"I know she will so is there anything I could donate to the school or your class?"

"Well, not at the moment, but I will let you know we have a school trip coming up soon."

"Let me know I want to help out in any way I can umm… is it possible if I keep this picture?"

"Sure that's why I brought it to you, but it's going to cost you since you're getting it a week before the parents are getting it. So, what are you going to do about the summer's charity event?"

"Oh so that's really that's why you're here," said Natsuki who was now looking into the eyes of a smug Nao.

Oh boy someone kill me…

Meanwhile

Shizuru looked in the bathroom mirror to see that her face had cleared up all blemishes that were caused by Ahn. The red-eyed woman sighed in relief as she went down stairs to answer the awaiting door bell. The tawny-haired woman opened the door to be grabbed by two strong arms and held up into the air Shizuru looked into none other than Hideki.

"Ara how is my daughter today?"

"I'm f-fine papa but must you hug so hard?"

"Yes I read in a book that it said strong hugs are a way to communicate my love and understanding from a parent to a child," said Hideki.

"Ara, but father I'm an adult now you want to save the hugs for your granddaughter," said Shizuru looking down at her father. Shortly after the blonde-haired woman was put down walking her father inside the house Shizuru put on tea while Hideki sat peacefully on the couch.

"You have this place in order so it seems."

"Yes I have and now that Ruka is in school now and everything in order I want to return to work now father," said Shizuru who now took a seat along the blonde-haired man.

"No can do Shiz," said Hideki.

"Why can I not return father didn't you award me with the position of vice president! I need to get out there and support my daughter!"

"Shizuru listen to me that meeting room today was an all-out street fight this afternoon. Also, Ahn is involved with Kuga Inc. and Fujino Inc. I don't want you to be in any danger. Since the…break up with Ahn you still need some space and time to clear up your head."

The two sat in silence until the older Fujino spoke once again.

"So, does Natsuki know that Ruka is hers yet or did you not tell her," said Hideki with a smile.

"Yes Natsuki knows she knew the first day since she was back in Tokyo," said Shizuru.

"Ara I knew that Ruka was Natsuki's as soon as she was born. As you know Natsuki has always had that rebellious look in her eyes and that's where Ruka gets it from. Ruka's going to be a real heart breaker when she grows up," said Hideki.

"Not to mention Natsuki's stubborn, pushy, and bossy. I must have received over one-hundred thousand dollars in child support and when I talked it over with Reito he calculated the sum of money just right. Not to mention the money that is going into Ruka's trust fund it's like I can't help, but feel a little jealous," said Shizuru resting her head on her knees.

"Why do you feel jealous Shizuru?"

"It's because I should be having fun with Ruka and supporting her. Maybe it's just that I'm so use to being with Ruka all the time. It might just be me thinking that everything and everyone is going to take Ruka away."

"It that all Shizuru?"

The crimson-eyed woman looked at her father with a shocked look. Not wanting to say anything that would insult her father's integrity or honesty Shizuru stayed quiet and listened.

"Look the reason why I asked that is not to be insensitive Shizuru. But, you need to let Ruka grow you're not helping her by keeping her inwards you're going to have to let go. Now I'm not a woman despite how caring I may act, but let Ruka do these things its helping her and you'll be proud at the end at what she's accomplished."

"You right papa it's just that I don't want to lose Ruka she's all that I have."

"You're not going to lose Ruka as long as you make time for her and let her know that you love her. Just like I let your mother and you know."

"Your right papa I should just let all of this stress go for a little bit."

The sound of the tea kettle whistle alerted them that the water was done Shizuru walked into the kitchen prepared what was needed. Walking out the tray of two hot cups and setting it on the coffee table Shizuru looked over to see the photos of both Ruka and Shizuru.

"Ara was this taken recently," said Hideki holding up the picture that Mai took of Natsuki and Ruka together.

"Yes it is a new picture Mai took it," said Shizuru taking a sip of her tea.

"I remember this picture."

Shizuru looked up to see two uniformed girls both smiling into the camera lens. The tawny-haired woman was in her student council uniform while Natsuki was dressed in her regular uniform. The uniform consisted of a dark blue blazer with a red tie which was loosed by none other than the emerald-eyed woman giving her a rebel type of look as well as a gold short skirt.

"Even then, Natsuki had that rebellious look she matured so much despite her past. She has truly managed to become a diamond in the rough. Now you should see her in the meetings now."

"Well, I would go to the meetings if my papa would let me," said Shizuru with a pout.

"Fine Shizuru after this deal with Lu Inc. is solved then I shall let you come back. So, I'm going to ask are you alright Shizuru?"

"Yes I am fine father you know that."

"No Shizuru I really want to know are you fine. I do have some friends in the company that have lovely daughters that want to date you," said Hideki with concern in his awaiting eyes.

"I'm fine father I know you're trying to help, but I can manage just fine as long as I have Ruka."

"Just letting you know that Ruka's growing up fast she's starting kindergarten today and then the next college. That transition is hard in every parent's life that's why we get married. Remember this Shizuru no one man or woman can always be alone."

The two sat back and drank their tea quietly as Hideki told his daughter about the upcoming invents. Soon the two looked up to see that it was three and it was time to pick up Ruka.

"Where has the time gone it's time to pick up Ruka," said Shizuru with a smile.

"I'll leave you to it. If you don't mind can I leave this with Ruka," said Hideki pulling out a stuffed blue wolf toy from his briefcase.

"Ara you spoil Ruka too much doesn't she have enough stuffed animals?"

"No I didn't buy it I swear," said Hideki crossing both fingers and holding them up.

"Then who is it from?"

"It's from Natsuki she wanted Ruka to have it."

Shizuru took the stuffed toy in her hands and held it close to her chest as smiled a warm smile before once again speaking. "I will make sure that Ruka gets this immediately," said Shizuru with a smile.

"Ok well then I'll see you later I don't want you to be late when picking up Ruka," said the blonde-haired man before opening the door to the outside. Soon hugs and kisses were replaced with conversation before sending the older man off Shizuru watched as the older man drove off before going inside. Once inside Shizuru held the toy close to her chest and smiling a warm smile a budding sensation made its way to her heart in hopes of joy.

Thank you Natsuki…

Later that night

The loud sound of a midnight black Ducati 848 roved across the highway with an animalistic cry. The machine revved itself louder as it sped up the highway to the normal ears of a person the machine would have sounded like a loud motorcycle, but to the owner the machine matched the owner's loud but silent cries.

Ruka is just like me! I did this to Shizuru! I know I did this how I can never forgive myself!

Natsuki arrived to the silent view of the beach looking out at the midnight sea as the moon reflected its bright pale glow. The midnight moon looked as if it was kissing the water below reflecting a dark midnight blue across the sea. The emerald eyed woman arrived and parked her bike slipping off her helmet the sable-haired woman let the cool midnight breeze dry off her tear stained cheeks.

Ruka I will do everything in my power to make sure that you don't suffer. I will not have Ruka follow the same path as I did.

Dialing a familiar number Natsuki called the one woman that she knew she could trust outside of Shizuru. After one ring the phone was soon answered by an older woman.

"Hello Natsuki is everything alright?"

"Yea everything is fine I'm just calling in to check up with you that's all doc."

"Now you and I both know that isn't true you would never call me unless something is bothering you."

"I'm feeling very angry and guilty about something and it makes me want to go there again," said Natsuki with a distressed tone.

"Natsuki what's important is that you do not take it to that level as you once did before. That is not you it never was have you been taking the prescription that I have recommended to you?"

"No I haven't I have had something's on my mind."

"Oh Natsuki it is required that yo-"

"Look I can do fine without it! I-I… just have forgotten to take it in the last couple of weeks I have…been busy with things," said the cobalt-haired woman looking away towards the sea.

"Well, when is the next time that you are free. I need to make an appointment for you so we can catch up because there something you're not telling me."

"We are going to have to schedule this the week after next. I have a charity ball to go to and I need to be there."

"Oh is it another ball for the CWLD this is your first one sense joining the company am I correct?"

"Yes it is I'm really excited because this is the first event that I will be hosting. It's much different from just donating I'm actually speaking out."

"That's good to hear I know a lot of children will be happy to hear from you as well as get a visit. Just hold on to that and use that as a factor to get through your day we can't let you slip back to old habits."

"Yes doctor Sagisawa I will try to overcome this," said Natsuki with a small smile.

"There we go girlie now just keep steady and focused. Also, please remember to take those pills I cannot have you reacting badly like last time."

"Yes I will do my best thank you Yoko," said Natsuki before hanging up.

Natsuki looked to the peaceful shore and she let her thoughts of negativity dive along with her body. As soon as the woman came up for air she felt refreshed and at peace. Getting out of the water the emerald-eyed woman zipped up her biker suite and made her way back to the midnight Ducati hopping on the seat and revving up the engine. A new view of life poured into the machine as well as the owner.

AN: Well, now that seems like a good place to end this story and can you believe it I reached my writing limit 3000 I have wrote 3,174 words yay celebrations are in order. Thank you for the hard reviews now I must enjoy my vacation and I decided to update because I really have come to like you guys as reviewers lol. So, for those who are reviewing thank you and for those who have not read the story yet please do because this is going to be a long story I hope. There are a lot of mysteries that are surrounding Natsuki and Shizuru it also has to do a lot with the past.Also,too I will be making a lot of cold shower scenes,but you readers and reviewers won't know of the scenes until you review lol.

Preview: "Personally I think the little shit isn't trying hard enough she is a retard after all. Maybe it's those weak Kuga genes that are stopping her," said Ahn with a sickening smile.

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