The Childhood Friend of Kurama Part 23: A Night of Mating and Yusuke's Talk With Keiko
Kurama suggested we go somewhere for more privacy, but he wouldn't tell me where it was.
"C'mon, Kurama. Please tell me where we're going."
"Sorry, but I can't do that. You'll have to wait and see until we get there."
I frowned and crossed my arms.
"Hmph. You're no fun."
Kurama chuckled and put a fingertip onto my nose.
"That's the price for impatience, I'm afraid. I promise you'll enjoy it, Ayame."
After putting a change of clothes for each of us into a bag, we headed downstairs to see Yusuke and Keiko talking. Keiko looked up when we walked in and smiled.
"Going out?"
Yusuke smirked when he saw the blush creeping onto my face.
"Ah, I see. That time of year for fox demons, huh?"
Kurama smiled and put an arm around me.
"Yes, Yusuke. I told her I'd be taking her somewhere private for the evening."
"Sleep tight, you two."
After sticking my tongue out at Yusuke, Kurama guided me through a portal that led to a flower-covered field.
"Kurama?"
"We're in another part of Spirit World that's reserved for recreational activities for beings that live here. Our destination is just over this hill."
Once at the top of the hill, I smiled as I saw the sight before me. A small fresh-water lake was surrounded by more grass and flowers. A cliff was a farther distance away, and a waterfall flowed into the river.
"Wow, it's beautiful."
"I'm glad you like the view. There's an area just behind the waterfall. That's where we're staying tonight."
Behind the waterfall was a small cave built into the cliff, and a soft blanket was laid out onto the ground. Kurama put the bag down and smiled.
"Wait right here, Ayame. I'll see if I can catch some fish."
After a wholesome supper, Kurama's arms immediately wrapped themselves around me.
"Ayame, I have been waiting so long for this."
"Kurama..."
"You must understand that while much of my actions are due to it being mating season, I do it all out of love for you."
I smiled and with that action, he kissed me deeply while wrapping his arms tighter around me. I returned his tight embrace and found myself being gently placed on the blanket. Kurama smiled softly as he lowered his face to mine.
"Tonight, I shall make you mine."
Yusuke's POV:
After we put Keikoku to sleep, we returned to the living room to finish our talk.
"Keiko, I don't think you should come to the Demon World Tournament. If you did, what happened with that bat demon may happen again."
"I figured as much. I just wish there was a way I could support you somehow."
I smiled and took her hand.
"You can support me from Spirit World. Koenma says he's able to get coverage from his office, so you can support me and stay safe."
"What about the other girls?"
"Yukina's staying here, too. Since Ayame will be fighting, too, you guys will have to see to Keikoku."
Keiko smiled and nodded.
"No problem. Keikoku's a dear to look after."
"Good. I'm sorry if I come across as overprotective, Keiko. It's things like getting attacked by evil demons that let that side out of me."
I blushed slightly as Keiko put herself onto my lap and kissed my cheek.
"I don't mind, Yusuke. It shows you care. Just...don't get yourself killed for a third time, okay?"
I smirked and brushed it off.
"Got it."
That's a wrap for part 23. Part 24 will be in Kurama's POV and begins the morning after he and Ayame become mates. Also in part 24, Kurama tells Keikoku he's her father now. Stay tuned to see what happens