-*~^~*- Beauty and the Beast -*~^~*-
-*~^~*- Conclusion -*~^~*-
"... You... what?" The large fox stared down at Karasu, obvious feelings of betrayal in his eyes. The two were in the garden, where Karasu found the beast to confront him. However, the cheerful flowers and pale snow certainly didn't make their moods lighter.
Karasu tried to ignore the painful tug in his stomach, and slowly pulled the silver wig from his head. He evaded the fox's stare, but could still feel it burning a hole through him. The first thought he had was to tell the fox that he kissed Hiena, but he didn't expect to feel such a horrible heartache from it. A small voice tried to egg him into saying what –really- happened, but he silenced it with a guilty swallow. Instead, he repeated, "I... I kissed... Hiena. And... she kissed me back."
The fox king dragged a paw over the snow to turn and look at Karasu more clearly. The servant winced, worried that the creature might attack him.
The beast took a deep, angered breath. "How could you? You know how I feel about-"
Thankfully, the beginning of Yoko's scolding was cut off by a yell from the distance, one from the girl they were arguing over. She came rushing towards them in the night, and Yoko darted behind a rose bush to hide himself. "Karasu! Wait!"
The man turned to greet her, suddenly feeling much colder in the temperature-less snow. "W... what is it, lady Hiena?"
She smiled, and stopped next to him. "Well! That kiss was certainly something, wasn't it? Who knew you were such a charmer."
Karasu bit his lip when he heard a low growl emanate from the rose bush. "H... Hiena, about that..."
"Oh, don't worry!" She waved her hands to silence him. "I don't care if you like me, I mean you're cute and all but I know you work for the king and you don't want to take me from him, so that's why you looked so guilty. It's okay! Besides, everyone else thought it was a kiss between me and Yoko. Well, besides my mom and brothers, and... y'know, some servants."
Hesitantly, the raven nodded. He decided to go with the lie, since the truth behind the passion in his kiss would have just messed things up more. He stood there in silence for a moment, then cleared his throat. "Hiena... I said that I would show you King Yoko tonight."
"You what?" Yoko yelped in protest, startling the girl.
Karasu just continued, and took Hiena's hand to show her to the bush. "I lied when I said the king had a girl before. The truth is, he was just cursed."
"Karasu, stop it!" Yoko tried to retreat, but the raven reached out and grabbed a handful of his fur before he could. He still tried to tug away, but all it did was pull both persons closer to his beastly form. The two humans stumbled from Yoko trying to pull away, and Karasu held the woman to keep her from falling into the snow.
"... This is Yoko." Karasu looked Hiena in the face, his hand still firmly holding the other male's coat. "He's the one you've been speaking with, and the one you love... The one that owns this castle, and the one you... SHOULD have kissed..."
The girl's eyes widened, and she placed both hands over her mouth. Yoko tried again to pull away, but Karasu gave his fur a warning tug. Hiena jumped a little at Yoko's movement, and stepped back from him. "Y-you're..."
The beasts' ears flattened in shame. " ... I'm...?"
At the sound of his familiar voice, the girl slowly removed her hands and let them fall to her sides. "You're... so..."
The fox whined, and dropped his head to the snow. "I'm so ugly, I know..."
"... Fluffy."
Karasu sighed in relief, and his kingly friend blinked. "Fluffy? That's all you want to say?"
She shrugged, and forced an awkward smile. "I must say I didn't expect this. I knew something was wrong, but... this is... really different." She lightly brushed her hands over her dress, as if she was unsure if she should reach out to the fox.
Karasu saw this, and cleared his throat. "He's clean. And very soft, so you can hold him."
Without a further thought, the girl smiled and stepped close to press herself into the beast's fur. Yoko froze at the contact. He was obviously not used to this treatment from anyone other than Karasu. When Hiena began to smooth out his silken coat, he relaxed and allowed an odd grin to come to his lips.
Karasu's worries melted away, but only slightly. A small, disapproving look from Yoko only confirmed his doubts and caused them to swell again. Even though he was able to have Hiena, the fox still didn't forgive the raven for kissing her. It was all written in those golden eyes, and Karasu nodded in understanding. He bowed his head, and turned to leave the two in the garden. There was really no other use for him...
. o . o . o .
The next day was rather busy, and slightly weighed down the raven's already sore heart. After the two lovers met in the garden, they returned inside and announced Yoko's true state to the entire family. Something that came with it, of course, was also their proclamation of his and Hiena's marriage. Karasu wasn't sure if it was the fact that Yoko didn't need him anymore, or his sudden realization that he loved the beast that upset him most.
You knew this would happen. Hell, you wanted to get them together, the raven tried to convince himself that it was really his own fault. He shouldn't have let himself get so close to the beast, and set himself up for his own failure.
One thing was for certain, he had no intention of telling the fox his true feelings. Even when Yoko confronted him in the middle of the afternoon, he insisted that he kissed the girl because he liked her, and didn't mention his thoughts of the fox while doing so.
The king broke ties with him then and there, and swept away before Karasu could reply.
Since that moment, the crow locked himself away in his and his father's room. Millian was no-where to be found, and Karasu just assumed that since his father had recovered that the man took his own leave to get away from the crowd. He understood that, and almost wished he could do the same.
Sakyo spent most of his time wandering the castle, and very often ran into Yoko to talk with him. He still couldn't remember that Karasu was his son, but he was bent and determined to patch up his and the beast's odd friendship. So far, it wasn't working.
Yoko, of course, could now freely roam the castle wherever he pleased. He still caused a bit of alarm to some maids and guests, but they quickly brushed their fears away and greeted him as if he were normal.
Karasu wasn't sure if he was happy about that, either.
Kuronue, the sweet boy, he was the only one, other than his father, that came to visit Karasu. He brought him several snacks and treats to try and make the raven smile, but Karasu just remained in his bed, holding his knees for comfort. His friend's patience wore thin, however, when three days passed and the raven still barely moved.
"This has got to stop, Karasu!" The man slammed down a tray of cakes onto the nightstand by Karasu's bed, and fixed him with a scowl. "Get the heck out of this bed!"
The raven blinked. At first he just stayed still, but then slowly moved his feet off of the bed to stand.
"Good!" Kuronue huffed. "Now stop moping! We're going for a walk in the garden, and you're going to tell me what's wrong. Get dressed!"
Karasu did as he was told, and soon the pair were out the castle and in among the roses. The man felt a bit happier at the sight of the flowers, but still drug his feet in the snow.
Kuronue watched him a moment, then reached out and took hold of his hand. "Now. Tell me everything. And don't you dare try and lie to me like you have been, because I know you'd much rather punch Hiena than kiss her!"
The other man had such a demanding, motherly air, that Karasu finally caved to his wishes and told him everything. When he came to where Yoko had broken their friendship, his voice faltered and he closed his eyes.
His friend sighed, and soothingly brushed his thumb over Karasu's hand. "... You could have told me sooner. Karasu, what are you going to do? The wedding is in two days!"
"Nothing," he instantly replied, and shook his head. "I won't do anything. I mean... he loves Hiena. It isn't about what I want, it's about him and his curse. He wants Hiena, so I have to support him. Even if... it means that I have to back down and watch them get married."
"Huh! If you ask me, you two would be a better pair! But, what do I know?" Kuronue sighed, and placed a comforting arm around the other man's shoulders.
The two continued on, trailing through the garden for nearly an hour before they finally stopped to return to the castle. What the two males didn't notice, however, was that wherever the raven passed the snow melted from the flowers, in a much larger radius than they had before.
. o . o . o .
"I saw the two of you together, Kuronue," Hiena called over from her seat at the vanity in her room. She was trying on possible pieces of jewelry to wear during her wedding, and her brother was nervously gathering dirty dishes and clothes. The two of them were alone, which unnerved the man. "What were you talking about?"
Kuronue frowned, and tried to look busy organizing teacups. "Nothing really. He just doesn't feel well."
"Aww, the poor darling~" She smiled, and unclipped the current necklace from her neck to try another. "I honestly didn't expect him to kiss me like that! He was so cute and flustered from it, the sweet Angel~ I admit I did try to seduce him, just a little, but he seemed so seriously gay."
Her brother scowled. Don't talk about his friend that way, you witch!
Of course, she didn't notice the expression, and continued. "I hear Yoko stopped being friends with him because of it. That's probably for the best, they seemed too close for my taste. Is there a reason for that?" She turned her mirror so that she could see the man more clearly.
Kuronue just shook his head, his voice wavering. He was horrible at telling lies. "Uh... no. He just... he was friends with Yoko, y'know? He wanted to keep him safe. But, apparently, you all think a giant fox is cool... so... he's upset cause he's not really needed anymore, y'know?" He closed his eyes with a silent curse. Why would he hint that Karasu felt helpless without Yoko's attention?
Hiena caught onto the truth, and paled a bit. So Karasu DID like tending to Yoko, and being needed by him? Or maybe... he even liked Yoko?
Her cheeks went from light, to red, and she got to her feet. "... Well then. I think I need to go see my hubby."
Before he could stop her, the girl swept out from the room to find Yoko. He groaned, and covered his face. Nothing good ever came from gossip!
. o . o . o .
"I think this one goes here," Sakyo pointed down to a five-hundred pieced jigsaw puzzle, and then to an individual part. "See, all the blue?"
"I got it..." Karasu picked up the piece and snapped it in place, then smiled a bit when his father nudged him. They were getting along so much better today, almost as if they were father and son again. For once, he wasn't bothered with his thoughts of Yoko hating him. The talk with Kuronue really helped that, and his father had been so kind and gentle with him. This day was much better than the rest, surely.
Unfortunately, the mirth didn't last long.
They heard a knock at the door, and the older man called out "come in," before grabbing another puzzle piece. Yukina entered, although she looked a bit wary.
Karasu blinked up at her, and waved for her to come closer. "Hey, Yukina. How's everything?"
She disregarded his motion, and stayed still at the door. She gave him a pitying stare, almost on the verge of tears. "... You have to leave. Lady Hiena and Mister Yoko... said they don't want you, or Mister Sakyo here for their wedding. I-I'm so sorry, Karasu!"
The raven's heart sank, and he dropped a puzzle piece to the table. Yoko... didn't want him there anymore? Was it because of the kiss? He knew the fox didn't want to be friends, but he didn't want Karasu to be there at all?
While Karasu was more internal with his shock, Sakyo was much more active. He lept from the bed, and went over towards the door. Yukina squeaked and backed away, but Sakyo continued on. A few curses were heard as the man marched away to find Yoko, and give the beast a good talking to. Yukina closed the door and followed him, leaving Karasu alone in the room.
The man sat there for quite some time, unsure what to do in reaction to his dismissal. Finally, he slipped from the bed and wordlessly began to pack his and Sakyo's belongings. He said that he would do whatever the king needed him to, and if Yoko needed him gone then... so be it.
. o . o . o .
It wasn't long before Karasu and Sakyo had themselves outside and loading down a carriage with their luggage. Karasu attached Angel, as well as the black stallion to the buggy, and softly petted their coats. At least Hiena was "nice enough" to let them take the stallion.
Angel seemed grateful, too. The mare tossed back her mane with an appreciative stomp, then rubbed her head against the stallion's neck. The larger horse whinnied, and shyly turned his head away from the affection.
Karasu grinned, and patted her shoulder. "Hey, don't flirt in front of me. I might get jealous."
Sakyo looked over at him, then up to the horses. "Honestly, Karasu. I don't see how you can be so good natured about this! That stupid mongrel of a beast! You did all you could to help him, and look at us! Sent away like some common servants."
"In reality, that was all I was." Karasu glided his hands over the horses' large bellies one more time, then stepped over to help his father. "I was just helping him to get the girl. And now he has her. So I'm done. Besides, you woke up, so... there's no more reason to stay."
"I still cannot thank you enough for being so kind to me, young man! You really are a wonder." Sakyo smiled, and took hold of Karasu's shoulders.
Karasu tried not to let him see how much the statement pained him. It was normal for a son to care for his father, but Sakyo only saw him as a manservant. Eventually, Sakyo removed his hands with a smile, and gestured towards the cart. The two broke away, and finished loading all of their belongings onto the carriage.
Kuronue watched them from above, just outside of Yoko's room. The sight of Karasu being sent away pained him, he knew that the raven did not deserve this. All because of one dumb kiss that was given to the wrong person. He scowled, and turned to shove open the king's door. "You're a frickin idiot!"
Hiena, who was currently in the room with her hubby to be, looked up at him in shock. "Kuronue! Bite your tongue!"
"Shove it, Hiena." The man swept over to the bed, completely ignoring his sister as she stood to stop him, and glared up at the beast. Yoko tried to back away, which was a comical sight, considering his large size compared to Kuronue's. "How DARE you send him off like that? All the hell he went through to get you and Hiena together, and you DISMISS him?"
The fox nervously glanced between Hiena and her brother, keeping as far from the man as he could. "But... Karasu kissed—"
"WHO THE HELL CARES!" Kuronue hissed, and jumped up to stand on the bed. "That's hardly a reason to break your friendship over something as stupid as a kiss from Hiena!"
"Stupid?" Hiena scowled, but once again her sibling ignored her.
"Forget it! I'm not staying here to serve a witch and her sickening, ugly, non-appreciative RAT. I'm leaving with Karasu!" He turned away and stormed out of the door.
Yoko stared after him, obviously surprised by the outburst. The fox lowered his head down to the bed, suddenly upset. "I... I didn't tell him to leave... he said he wanted to..." Apparently, someone did not get the memo of his dismissing Karasu. Now who could have said it, then?
Hiena smiled, and leaned over to pet his nose. "Oh honey, it will be fine. I guess it just would have broken his heart to see me get married. Y'know? But tomorrow it won't matter! You and I will be married, and this little curse will be broken." She roughly patted him on the head, and stood straight again. "Now you get some rest! We have a veeeeery big day tomorrow!"
The beast watched her as she left, but her words did nothing to lift his spirits. He honestly wished that the raven would have stayed. He couldn't imagine going through with the wedding without him. Yes, he was mad because Karasu kissed Hiena, but he didn't really want him to leave... he and the girl debated on it, but Yoko could have sworn he decided not to send Karasu away.
A light click from across the room broke him from his thoughts, and he looked up to see Yukina peeking through the doorway. She looked troubled, as if she had done something wrong. "Mister Yoko... I... I need to tell you something..."
. o . o . o .
"Ahh, this place is just as beautiful as I imagined it to be!" Sakyo smiled lovingly to a humble cottage, overgrown with rose bushes and other cheerful flora. He still could not remember that he had actually been to the cabin before, and had become a married man at the very steps he stood on.
"Yeah, it really is!" Kuronue smiled warmly, and opened the door for the man. The three were all the way at the opposite side of the forest, far from Yoko's castle. It was nice to be in a setting that was not clouded with snow, but it was still somehow just as depressing. It probably would remain that way, if Sakyo did not recover.
Karasu watched as Kuronue helped his father before he finally forced his gaze away. He looked out among the rose bushes, flowers so lovingly planted by his mother and grandmother years before he was born. He stepped away from the light glow of a lit candle from inside, and instead went into the garden. The sun had already begun to set, and the garden practically glowed in the golden light. Odd enough... it also seemed to be snowing.
The raven stopped, and held out his hand. When the snow touched his skin it wasn't cold, and melted almost instantly.
"Karasu..."
The man turned, and found himself staring at Yoko. The beast looked exhausted, and the snow around him seemed much less heavy than it should have been. "... Yoko?"
The fox gave a tired smile and stepped forward. Before he even made it ten feet, he dropped to the ground with a pained growl.
"Yoko!" Karasu rushed over and sat beside the fox king, taking his muzzle into his hands. "Yoko, what's wrong? Why aren't you at the castle with Hiena?"
The fox snorted, and allowed his ears to droop. "... I left her. Turns out... she really was a horrible person... Yukina told me everything..."
The raven chuckled. He knew he could rely on sweet Yukina. "Well, I could have told you that."
"Then why didn't you?" The fox looked up at him, his golden eyes clouded with emotion. "Why?"
Karasu stared back for a moment, then lightly trailed his hand over the beast's furry cheek. He answered calmly, as if it was nothing really important. "Because... I love you, and I knew that you loved her. So... it wasn't my place."
One of the fox's ears twitched, and he raised them both in interest. "... You what?"
His former servant frowned and rolled his eyes. "You're an idiot, really... you knew I didn't like Hiena that much, so why would you even think that I would want to KISS her? I only did it because I thought..." He paused, and lowered his gaze. "... I was thinking of you. As cheesy, and annoying as it is to admit... I love you."
The king closed his eyes with a light, pleased purr. Secretly, he already knew because Yukina had told him, but it was much nicer to hear a confession of love from the man's own lips. "Even though I'm a stupid giant fox?"
Karasu just leaned down and brushed those lips over the creature's nose. The fox blinked at him in surprise, but then allowed his eyes to fall closed again to enjoy the kiss. When the raven tried to pull away, Yoko just raised his nose even higher, eager for another.
The man smiled, and amorously trailed his hands over the fur at Yoko's neck. "You love me too, then?"
Without hesitation, the fox nodded. "Yeah, I think I do... Guess this curse won't be broken, then... At least I don't think? I mean you're not a girl..." He sighed and curled up slightly. "Ugh... and I feel horrible... I've been away from the castle too long..."
Karasu's smile fell, and he tried to turn Yoko's face back towards him. "Is... is that why you're so weak?"
"I... I think so..." He shuddered, and curled in on himself once more until he was nothing but a giant fluffball, and the raven panicked when he couldn't find the creature's face.
"Yoko! Yoko this isn't funny...!" He felt at the fur, then quickly withdrew his hands with a horrified gasp. The beast wasn't breathing at all.
Just when he was about to call for Kuronue and Sakyo, the furry pile moved and surprised him. He jumped to his feet as a thin, human hand reached out for him. The hand extended into an arm, and it lazily slid over the grass in an attempt to find something to grasp onto. "Y-yoko?"
"Hnng.." The large pelt composed of what used to be the beast folded back, and the mentioned king crawled from under it, gasping for air. "S-so... warm..." He panted a bit, not yet noticing that he had transformed back into his human self.
Well... ALMOST human.
Karasu stared at the top of the man's head, where two silver fox ears stood erect. His jaw slowly dropped in awe, and he fell back down to his knees. Yoko looked up at him with a curious stare, still unaware of his transformation. Without bothering to explain, Karasu just reached out and grabbed both of his ears, feeling them with his fingertips. For some reason they were much more appealing on the human Yoko, than with the king as a giant fox.
He smiled when the fox-human scrunched up his nose and tried to pull away. He released his ears and instead tangled his hands into the king's long silver hair. "Yoko, look." He drew the tresses out in front of the man's face and glided his hands over the silken hair until it bowed back to the ground.
The king's golden eyes locked onto the hair, and he reached out for it. He then glanced down to his bare chest and placed both of his palms against his torso in amazement. "I... I'm..."
"Pretty good-looking, considering the ears." Karasu tried his hardest not to grin, and pointed towards the animal ears atop of Yoko's head.
The man frowned in confusion, then reached up to feel for what caught Karasu's attention. When he found them he paled and tried to pull the ears into his line of sight to observe them. "W-what the hell!"
"And... that." The raven gestured to Yoko's backside where a long, silver fox tail laid over the ground.
When Yoko saw it he nearly had a conniption. "WHAT THE F—"
Karasu covered his mouth to keep from laughing, and watched the grown, naked man try to chase his own tail. After a few moments he finally reached over and grabbed for the king's arm. He pulled the other man close and tapped a finger to his nose, like an owner would to their pet. "Now stop that, you look fine."
Yoko's cheeks turned red, and his ears lowered in embarrassment. "The whole point of breaking the curse was to look HUMAN again... not like some... some... crossbreed thing!"
The raven's smile widened and he shook his head. He leaned closer, and just before his lips touched the other man's he whispered, "I think you look very, very handsome."
. o . o . o .
The present-time Karasu raised both of his hands in defeat. "And that, my dear little girls, is Beauty and the Beast, dad's version."
His redhead partner rolled his eyes with a grin. "Yes, I must say it WAS cute..."
"WAIT, WAIT!" Kurisha squeaked, and waved her little arms high. "No, dad you forgot Sakyo! What about Sakyo!"
"Yeah!" Hione huffed, and smacked Karasu in the knee with a pillow.
The raven blinked, then gasped. "Oh, I guess I did forget. Kisses distract me, you know? Hmm... Right, Sakyo and Kuronue..."
.o . o . o .
Kuronue watched the two lovers from inside of the cabin with a light smile. He was a bit envious of the two, but much more thankful that they were finally together. He sighed blissfully, and turned to see Sakyo just behind him. He jumped slightly in shock, then laughed and gestured to the window. "Take a look."
Sakyo leaned in and peeked through the glass. His shoulders relaxed and he uttered a cry of delight. "Finally! I always knew my boy went for men."
Kuronue's lips widened into a smirk. "And I knew you were faking it. That really was a cruel joke you played."
"Oh, it wasn't a joke. Not in the beginning, I really couldn't remember a thing about him." The man turned to look at Kuronue, a bit of guilt swelling in his chest. "And you told me that all this mess was happening... I hoped that if I continued to be unstable that we could stay longer, but I guess your sister was not up for housing guests that were out to take her king."
The smaller man nodded, and leaned back to rest his hips against the windowpane. He looked over his shoulder at the two lovers and watched as Karasu wrapped the beast's former fur around him as a shawl. "I suppose this means the king will live with us, then?"
Sakyo arched an eyebrow in interest. "Oh? You are going to stay with us, too?"
Kuronue lowered his gaze with a shy smile. "... Couldn't hurt, I guess... I mean, Karasu will be busy caring for Yoko, so you might need some company. Besides, he said you were pretty ill before you came here, so..."
The other man stared at him, then chuckled. "Yes, I suppose I could use company... So... how long WILL you stay?" He slowly reached out and brushed the other man's hair behind his ear.
Kuronue's cheeks flushed slightly when Sakyo's fingers touched his cheek. He looked up at him, still smiling. "As long as you... and you know, Karasu... as long as you both need me."
With a little laugh, the man leaned in and pressed his forehead gently to Kuronue's. "That will be for a very, very, VERY long time, then..."
. o . o . o .
"There. THAT is how it ends," Karasu grinned proudly as he tucked both of his girls into bed.
Kurama helped him, and kissed Kurisha lightly on the cheek as Karasu tended to Hione. "Now, you've both had your story, so it's time to rest." There was a hint of annoyance in the statement, and Karasu tensed a little when he heard it.
The raven gave a nervous smile and kissed Hione on her forehead. "Uh oh, looks like mommy wants to attack daddy." The girl giggled tiredly and he switched places with Kurama to give Kurisha a kiss on the forehead as well.
Kurama went silent, and softly petted Hione's hair before he turned to leave the room. Karasu followed just behind him and they both looked back at their babes.
Two pairs of tired eyes stared back at them, and Kurisha yawned, "Love you." Hione nodded in agreement and mimicked her sister's yawn.
Kurama smiled to them, and turned off the light. He took hold of Karasu's hand and quickly led him from the room and guided him towards their own. Karasu blinked in confusion, but Kurama stayed quiet until they reached their bedroom and he ushered the raven inside.
The raven-haired male's confused frown turned upward into an amused smirk. "Oh-ho? Tonight is one of those nights, eh? Well fine, but I'm on top—"
Kurama rolled his eyes and locked the door. "Not THAT. We need to talk."
The smirk dropped, and his partner groaned. "What, really? Awwman, this'll be the second week..." The man grumped, and sat himself onto the bed with dismay. "Alright, fine. What is it?"
"Don't sound so enthused," Kurama muttered lowly. He seemed distracted, which was odd for someone who was usually so calm and collected. The redhead opened his mouth to say something, but only a nervous whimper slipped out.
"Hey hey, calm down..." Karasu's heart twisted a little and he took hold of the other male's hands. Kurama only acted this way when the conversation was about—
"He's coming home, Karasu."
- And there it is.
The raven frowned. "No."
Kurama squared his jaw, and lifted his head higher in defiance. "Karasu, I want him to come home. This is... this is ridiculous. I don't think I can take this anymore. He will have been gone three years next week, Karasu. Three. YEARS. I. Want. Him. HOME."
The raven paled and leaned away as the redhead advanced on him with a more raised and angered tone. How could he refuse such a demanding person? He honestly wondered if Kurama would resort to killing him to get what he wanted. As fun as another fight would be, Karasu rather liked his life how it was.
But... maybe one creepy, long overdue addition to the family couldn't hurt.
He sighed and closed his eyes. "... Alright. Alright. Kuron can come home."
Kurama searched the raven's face for any sign of deception, then heaved a grateful sigh. He cupped both of his hands to his husband's face, allowing a smile to finally reach his lips. "... Thank you. I promise, I will take full responsibility for him and any harmful actions he may commit."
Karasu closed his eyes and shook his head. Kurama may have the upper hand as far as instructing Kuron to behave... but him having "responsibility" wasn't the issue. Karasu was more worried that he held a higher influence on the boy, since the child did hold more of the dark male's genetics instead of the half-demon's.
Well... what was the worst that could happen?
-*~^~*- Beauty and the Beast ~ The End -*~^~*-
Sorry if the ending is messy. OTL I've had a loooot of things on my mind, lately.
This one was pretty much longer than the other. A Forgive me. I just love the Beauty and the Beast story! But don't worry, the others won't be this long. I hope.
After this, any of the stories I do in this series will be in one, continuing story composed of several chapters. :3
At first I just wanted to do fairytales and cute stuff, but then I got to where I wanted to move towards another plot, where it would show how Kurama and Karasu came to be together, and why the raven is so nice, and why in the world they have kids.
Trust me; it was NOT MPREG. Kurama didn't get knocked up, and neither did Karasu. Lol
So! After this, all the fairy-tales will be in chapters with the real story in between, and I will announce when a new chapter is added on my DeviantART account, found here; .com/
Toot-a-looo~