For the Love of Family

by NegimaFan

In the wake of Takehito's death, Takami allows Minato and Yukari to move in with Miya. Now, not only will Miya influence the lives of Takami's kids, her children will influence Miya as well, forever changing not only them, but the fate of the Sekirei and Minaka's plan.

3. The New Resident and the Fallen Bird

For the Love of Family - Chapter 3

By NegimaFan

Author's Notes: Wow, I am pleased with the reviews that I have been getting, but I am even more pleased with the number of follows and favorites I have received for the just the first few chapters of this story. In response to some of the reviews, I have most of the pairings figured out. Minato will be getting twelve Sekirei, consisting of his cannon Sekirei and several more of my choosing. Yukari will be getting 2 Sekirei, one Shiina and one a surprise (heh heh). In regards to Mutsu, I need him to go to Mikogami for my story as I have big plans for the character, and Mutsu is a part of that plan. This does not mean I am not against him have a relationship with Yukari in my story. Even though Uzume will still be Chiho's Sekirei in my story I am planning on her having a relationship of sorts with Minato. In regards to Seo, he will be getting two Sekirei, but NOT the twins. His part in my story will be very different, one that some might view as both cruel and hilarious. In regards to the twins, I have a plan for them, but I am beginning to wonder if it will work in my story. I have plans for Akitsu as well, but her part will not be for several more chapters. Also, another reviewer seemed to be excited about what twist could be bigger than Miya rejoining the squad...well I MIGHT have exaggerated a little bit when I said that, but then again I am not always an expert on what people consider the most shocking or surprising. Another big surprise might be coming in the next chapter, and I will do my best to get them out as quickly as possible.

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Miya shifted uncomfortably in the discipline squad uniform, 'To think I used to enjoy wearing this.' The uniform, which she once wore with pride on the battlefield not felt foreign to her. But, as the leader of the second generation discipline squad she was expected to dress the part. In her first official week back as the leader, Minaka assigned her the job of going to each of the tuners and assessing their progress on the Sekirei's adjustments, then report any problems, discrepancies, or lack of progress. It was little more than a show of intimidation, a way of Minaka to remind everyone who was in charge and what could happened if you failed to meet his expectations or attempted to betray him, and it was working. Though Miya was very polite and patient with the tuners she met, and happy to say hello to so many of her fellow Sekirei, her reputation made everyone dance around eggshells when she was near. Some could barely string words together, others could not bring themselves to look her in the eye. Miya let out a deep sigh, she did not want it to be this way. It wasn't even just the tuners, even most of the Sekirei was afraid of her. Though she had not killed anyone in years, everyone feared anything that would risk bringing down her wrath.

So that was how her first day back went, and now she was off to see the last scheduled tuner for the day. The difference here being that the tuner and her Sekirei did not reside at MBI, but a private residence in Tokyo, at the home of one Dr. Miyajima. She was the tuner for Sekirei number 9, Tsukiumi, and a special advisor to MBI. She had made arrangements with the company to allow her to keep Tsukiumi with her while she was being adjusted, and have much of the needed lab equipment installed in her home. While Minaka had not been pleased, due to her skill and support, he allowed her this. Miya arrived at the home, or rather the mansion with a slight bit of awe. She then approached the door and knocked, "Hello? Miyajima-san, are you there? I have come to inspect your progress with Tsukiumi." There was no answer, and Miyajima knew about the inspection, it had been scheduled for some time. She knocked again, no answer. Upset, she reached into her pocket, pulled out a key, and unlocked the door. One of the stipulations for Miyajima keeping Number Nine at her house was that she had to provide MBI security with a key to her house in case of emergency, or to inspect the borrowed equipment while she was away. Miyajima had been upset, but Minaka had been insistent on the issue. If she was to be trust with MBI property and not take advantage of it, she must in turn trust MBI in not taking advantage of having a key to her home.

As Miya entered the house, she heard a small girl yell, "No, No, NO! I will never do that! I will never let a vile monkey do that to me, I would sooner kill him!"

"Come on now, I can tell you from experience it's a lot of fun!"

"NO! No more, thou art nothing more than a fool if they thinks this is enjoyable."

"Hush, we haven't even covered the more complex positions. You'll need to know them for your winging."

"Shut thine mouth, you cur. I shall never be winged by such a lesser creature, I shall remain pure and win through mine own power alone."

"(Demonic aura) Do NOT call me a cur, you are far too young to talk back to me like that. Now, as I was saying-"

"WHAT IS GOING ON IN HERE?!" Miya open the door to the study to see Tsukiumi sitting in a chair, her eyes previously closed and her hands over her ears until she heard the sound of a new voice and turned her head to Miya. Miyajima was standing in front of a series of charts and images, depicting the female and male anatomy, as well as a number of different sexual positions. Miya took it all in, then turned a cold hard look at the doctor, "Miyajima, EXPLAIN THIS!"

Miyajima looked at her, "Oh crap, is it time for the inspection already? Sorry, I was in the middle of Sex Ed with Tsukiumi."

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"WHAT DO YOUO THINK YOUR DOING?! I'm her tuner, you can't just-" but she was stopped mid sentence has Miya actually pulled out her sword and placed the tip just in front of Miyajima's face. Behind Miya was Tsukiumi, her bags packed, at the entrance to the mansion with a look of confusion on her face.

Miya glared at the woman, "You were teaching her about sex, she is still just a child and you are traumatizing her to no end. Worse, you were misguiding her on the purpose of the winging and the beauty behind it. You do not need to have sex in order to complete?"

"You don't," Tsukiumi asked, a look of hope in her eyes.

Miya turned to her patiently, a small calming smile on her face, "No, it is not. For the record making love comes later, when both parties feel they are ready, there is no rush and you can take as long as you want to decide. The winging is completed by a kiss, a sign of trust."

"Hmph," Tsukiumi crossed her arms over her chest, "I will never surrender mine body to vile monkey."

Miya sighed, "They are not monkeys," she then turned back to Miyajima, "you can still be her tuner, and you are free to visit when I am there, but she WILL be staying with me."

"What is this? You haven't even asked what she wants, maybe she-"

"Oh, so now you care about what she wants? Did you think about that when you forced her to listen to your little sessions? It's too late to suddenly pretend you care about what she-"

"HEY!" Miyajima's demonic aura flared up, "Mock my methods all you want, but you DO NOT get to say that I don't care. I love Tsukiumi like a daughter."

"Really?" Miya quirked and eyebrow, "And would you teach your own daughter such things at this age?"

Miyajima placed her hands on her hips and stood proud, "If I had a daughter, YOU BET I WOULD!"

Miya shook her head, "No child should be forced to hear such detailed information at this age, I mean she's only-"

"Oh come on, look at her! What child her age has a body like that?" She looked at Tsukiumi 's body. Though she had only recently reached the age of eleven in human years, she already had the signs of the female body coming in, along with a bust that was easily close to the B cup range. "I think this is the right time to learn. Besides, once she gets winged there is no way her Ashikabi is going to be able to keep his hands off of her, and what then? It's best if she learns it now and-"

"ENOUGH! Whatever the maturity of her figure she is still a child," Her hannya mask began to appear behind her, "and she is coming with me."

Tsukiumi was shaking, the woman standing up to Miyajima was just as scary, if not scarier, than her. She girl slowly backed away from the pair of them.

Miyajima laughed, "It's seems you've scared her, are you sure you're the best choice for the girl."

Miya turned to Tsukiumi, her hannya mask disappearing, "Oh, I'm sorry," she leaned down, "I should be asking what you want. Would you like to stay with me?" Tsukiumi looked away afraid to answer, "Hmmmm. Well how about this? How about you just stay for a few days? Just until Monday, then you can decided what you would prefer. You can meet my other residents, some of them are Sekirei as well." Tsukiumi looked back into Miya's eyes, and silently nodded.

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"So, thou art the owner of this Inn?" Tsukiumi and Miya were now walking back to inn, with Miya carrying her largest bag of luggage, and Tsukiumi carrying some of her valuables.

Miya nodded, "Yes, it was my husband's inn. Now it home to me, some of my old...friends...and some children who are very important to me."

"Human children?" Tsukiumi shook her head, "Why dost thou tolerate such vile monkeys to live in thine home? Such foul-"

"Oh," Miya responded calmly, "that reminds me. While you are living at my inn you are not to refer to them as monkeys. They are Sahashi Minato and Sahashi Yukari."

"They are monkey's like the rest of their race, they do not deserve-"

"My dear," Miya still said calmly, with a bit of her aura appearing, "while you are living at my inn you will call them by their names and you will be respectful and polite them. Of course if you feel you can't...I guess I will just have to take you back to Miyajima-san and-"

"No, NO!" Tsukiumi shivered, "I-I'll be polite, I promise. To...to...Yukari...and...and..."

Miya smiled, "Minato, his name is Sahashi Minato."

"R-Right."

Suddenly, a ringing sound came from Miya's coat, she reached in an pulled out her cell phone, "Hello? Oh hello Yukari-chan...No, no problems, your Onee-chan is fine, just a slight delay...Yes I will be making that for dinner...Oh, and please let your brother know that we are getting a new resident today...That's a surprise...Now, now, you can wait a little while...(Smile) I love you too Yukari-chan." She ended the call and returned the phone to her pocket.

Tsukiumi starred, "Onee-chan?"

Miya turned to her, "Yukari-chan and Minato-kun are very precious to me, and they see me as their wonderful Big Sister."

"I-I see. Thou art a Sekirei of many talents then."

Miya smiled as she looked ahead, "You could say that. Oh, and before I forget, you cannot tell them that you are a Sekirei or anything about the Sekirei. That includes not using your powers around them."

"What? Why must I hide mine power from them?"

"Because," a small amount of her aura appeared, "I said so."

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"Onee-chan!" Yukari smiled as she ran to Miya and gave her a hug, "You're back, oh and is this our new guest?" She looked at Tsukiumi, her eyes widening, "Wow."

Minato appeared, he looked at the blond-haired girl, and found himself at a loss for words, blushing slightly "Um...uh...heh heh...Hello."

Tsukiumi smirked, confident that even this 'monkey' could sense her amazing power.

Miya smiled, "Yes, this is Tsukiumi, our new guest. Please make her feel welcome. Now," She took off the haori, "I think I would like to change, then begin dinner." She walked off, leaving the children there in awkward silence.

Tsukiumi ended the silence, "So, I am told that there are other residents at this inn? Wouldst thou be so kind as to introduce me?"

Both were caught off guard by her dialect, but quickly recovered. Minato smiled slightly, "Arigato, Tsukiumi-san, but the other residents are not here. Kazehana-san is out with Matsu-san on one of her errands, Uzume-san had an appointment with her doctors, and Mutsu-san is out of town. Right now it's just us and Onee-san until dinner."

"I see," Tsukiumi turned and noticed that Yukari was still staring at her, "what art thou staring at."

Yukari's hands came up, "I am sorry, but I cannot resist." She then rushed towards Tsukiumi.

"Gah!" Tsukiumi was in shock, "W-what art thou doing?! Get OFF!" Yukari had grabbed and was now fondling Tsukiumi's breasts, "Remove thine hands from my bosom this instant!"

"Yukari-chan! NO!" Minato quickly rushed towards them, grabbed Yukari by the waist, and pulled her off Tsukiumi, "You know you're not supposed to do that!"

"Awww, the others didn't mind, Matsu-chan even seemed to enjoy it."

"Why do you do that?" Minato was clearly distraught.

Yukari shrugged, "I'm curious, besides look at this girl," waving a hand at Tsukiumi, "she's your age and already has breasts like that? I mean...wow!"

Tsukiumi was furious, "Filthy, vile monkey. Touch me again and I shall remove thine offending arms from thine body."

Yukari was stunned, then screamed, "MONKEY?! Listen here, no one-"

"What is going on here?" Miya had returned, now dressed in her usual garb, "I leave for just a few minutes and already you are fighting." She then turned to Tsukiumi, " Tsukiumi-chan," she said in her sweet/scary voice, "I do believe I warned you about calling my residents monkeys, and to break that rule in just a few minutes, I must say-" Tsukiumi was now shaking like crazy.

"Onee-san wait!" Minato stood in front of her, arms wide, "It's not what you think, Tsukiumi-san was just upset, and she...she lost her temper for a moment...it was an accident."

"I see." Miya then looked straight into the boy's eyes, "And what, might I ask caused her to become so upset?"

Minato averted his gaze, "I-I-"

Tsukiumi then responded, "Mine breasts were assaulted!"

Miya looked at her, "Oh, so that's what happened," she then turned to Yukari, "Yukari-chan, I warned you about grabbing girls breasts," she sighed, "now I have to punish you!"

Yukari paled, "WHAT?! PUNISHMENT?!"

"Yes, though the question is what should I do? I have never punished you before like this and I need it to leave an impression. I suppose I could hit you over the head with a spoon, or perhaps put you in charge of all the chores for the inn for the next month, or perhaps-"

"It was me!" They all turned to Minato, "I-I'm sorry...I tripped...and I...I just..."

Miya stared at him for a moment, "Is that what happened?" she said in a somewhat sarcastic manner. Minato simply looked at her, nodding his head, "Are you are sticking to that?" Again, Minato nodded. "Very well, then. Prepare for your punishment," she brought her hand up to Minato. He closed his eyes in anticipation and fear.

*FLICK*

"OW!" Minato cried. Miya just flicked him in the head. It hurt a surprising amount.

"Try to be more careful in the future."

"Y-Yes, Onee-san."

As Miya left to return to finishing dinner, Tsukiumi and Yukari simply stared at him. Finally Tsukiumi spoke up, "Why?"

Minato looked at her, "Why what?"

"Why didst thou take the blame for thine sister's actions?"

"Well, I...I didn't want her getting in trouble with Miya-neesan. Yukari-chan really looks up to her?"

Yukari simply looked at her brother, "Th-Thank you Oniichan."

"Hmph," Tsukiumi crossed her arms over her chest, "thine actions make no sense to me." She then looked him in the eyes," Well?"

Minato blinked, "Um, Yes?"

"Take me to my room! I wish to get mine bearings of this inn before dinner."

"Oh, of course." He then reached out for her hand, only to have her slap it away, "Ow!"

"I do not like being touched!" Tsukiumi practically shouted, "Thou would do best to remember that."

"Y-Yes, Tsukiumi-san."

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As Tsukiumi sat at the table, she looked around at the other residents. One was a woman with violet hair in a Chinese dress that clung to her body and showed off a great deal of skin. Another was a redhead in a white dress. The third was a brown-haired girl in regular clothes (Uzume has not started wearing her star shirt yet). Tsukiumi sat across from Minato, who was currently sitting in between the violet-haired woman and the redhead. Tsukiumi learned that their names were Kazehana and Matsu, and that the brown-haired one was Uzume. Uzume was currently sitting next to Yukari, who was giggling slightly at the sight of his brother blushing.

"Minato-kun~" Kazehana cooed, "I heard you did something naughty~ today."

"I-I did?" Minato's blush darkened.

Matsu leaned down, her breasts pressing slightly against the boy, "We heard you 'welcomed' our new resident today by grabbing her breasts," she pouted slightly, "why will you do that to someone you just met, but not to me?" She grinned, "I wouldn't mind it from you Mina-tan~"

Kazehana leaned in as well, "Indeed, I wouldn't mind at all either. In fact, if you want, you can-"

*WHACK* *WHACK*

"OW!" "OW!"

Kazehana and Matsu found themselves with bumps on their heads from Miya, who was looming over them with her ladle in hand, "Please stop trying to corrupt Minato-kun. Or I swear I will throw you both out on the street." Her Hannya mask began to appear behind her.

Matsu shivered, nodding her head in apology. Kazehana nursed the bump before replying, "Yes, Miya-san."

Yukari giggled slightly.

"Yukari," Miya looked at the girl, "do you have something to add?" Her aura was still in effect.

Yukari stiffened, shaking her head. "No, Oneechan."

"Good," Miya's aura vanished as she sat down at the head of the table, "now before we eat, I want you all to welcome our newest resident."

Matsu turned and smiled, "Hello Tsukiumi-chan. My you are a cute one," Tsukiumi blushed, "I bet you'll attract a lot of boys when your older."

"I-I have no interest. Thou art a fool if you think I will allow one to control me."

Minato was confused, "Control?"

"Verily, I have heard much from my-"

" Tsukiumi-chan!" Miya looked at the girl, "Do you remember what we discussed earlier?" You cannot tell them that you are a Sekirei or anything about the Sekirei.

Tsukiumi stiffened before nodding, "A-Apologies Miya-dono."

Kazehana smiled, "Well, well, you are strong one," Tsukiumi smirked, "but I think you have the wrong idea. A real man," she looked briefly at Minato, "doesn't control the one they love, they treasure them. They care about them. Isn't that right Minato-kun?"

"W-What?"

"How would you treat your wife?"

"I-I don't know, I haven't thought about it. But I wouldn't control them."

"Kazehana," Miya said warningly, "He's a little young for this sort of questioning."

"Aww, you're never too young to learn about love. In fact maybe he should have the ta-OW OW OW!"

Miya quickly pulled at Kazehana's ear, "I think it's time for another 'talk' about what's appropriate to bring up around the children." She then began to pull the woman from the room, "please continue dinner. I'll be back soon."

Uzume giggled before turning to Tsukiumi, "It's never a dull moment around here. Welcome to Izumo Inn."

Tsukiumi simply stared, 'What IS this place?'

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That night

Tsukiumi was shaking beneath her sheets, it was storming outside. She hated storms, she hated the sound of thunder and the sight of lightning. About a year ago, she had snuck out of the house to test her powers in a storm. She was amazed at the control she had over the rain, she could stop it in midair, redirect it, envelope herself in it. Then came lightning, and as if being directed by Tsukiumi a bolt came right in her direction, barely missing her. She could still remember the smell of ozone and the bright flash, missing her by only the tiniest margin. Miyajima had found her, shaking like crazy. The old woman had scolded her for hours, and since then she could not stand storms. As another bright flash and a clap of thunder passed by the window, Tsukiumi let out a tiny scream and shut her eyes, wishing the storm would go away.

" Tsukiumi-san?" Tsukiumi looked up, there in the doorway was Minato, "Are you okay?"

"W-What art thou doing in here?"

"I-I woke up and needed to go to the bathroom. I was heading back to my room when I heard a scream. Is something wrong?"

"N-Nothing I wrong, thou art mistaken. I am simply not used to such surroundings and-" but then another flash of light passed by the window, followed by a clap of thunder and Tsukiumi shook in fright.

Minato then realized what was happening, "You don't like storms, do you? Are you scared of thunder?"

"O-Of course not, I am not afraid of something as simple as-" another clap of thunder.

Minato came closer, "It's okay, I don't like the sound either, it used to scare me a lot, especially when I moved to the inn."

"It did? Was thou so scared of living here?"

Minato shook his head, "No, but it was a new surrounding and I wasn't used to it. The inn creaked a lot back then and I wasn't used to the sounds. Then one night a big storm hit Tokyo, and the sounds of rain and thunder freaked me and Yukari."

"Really? Thine sister was afraid as well?" Minato nodded, "What happened then?"

"Well-"

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Flashback

"Oniichan!" Yukari was shaking beneath the sheets. She had snuck into Minato's room, scared of the storm, looking for comfort. The problem was that Minato was also shaking from the storm, "Stop it! You're not helping!"

"I-I'm sorry Yukari-chan, but-" another clap of thunder and both of them screamed at the same time.

"Some Oniichan you are!"

"I'm sorry, I don't like thunder!"

"Well, stop screaming!"

"B-But-"

"What's going on?" Miya had opened the door, a look of concern on her face, "I heard screams, and when I looked for Yukari in her room, she-" she looked at the pair of them clinging to one another, "What's wrong? Are you alright?"

"W-We heard the storm and-" another clap of thunder and they both started to shake.

Miya looked at them, "Come on, the both of you are coming with me."

The pair of them soon found themselves in Miya's bed, both clinging to her. Minato looked up at her, "Is this really alright Miya-nee?"

"Of course it is," Miya replied in a sweet, comforting voice, "your Onee-san is here for you. Now, both of you get some rest." She then wrapped her right arm around Yukari while running her left hand through Minato's hair.

"Yes, Miya-nee."

"Thanks Onee-chan. You're the best!" They both soon fell asleep, no longer afraid of the storm.

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Tsukiumi looked at him, "Miya-dono allowed you to sleep in her room?!"

Minato nodded , "Yes, Miya-nee is always helping Yukari-chan and me out. She's...helping me get over my fears. She can be scary at times, but she is really sweet and always there for us when we need her."

"I-I see," Tsukiumi said, "clearly thine stories I have heard of her only tell part of the picture."

"Stories?"

"N-Never mind," She looked at him, "thank you for telling me, thou art not what I expected when I came here."

"Um, you're welcome," he then turned to leave, "I had better get back to bed, unless , would you like me to get Miya-nee and see if she'd allow you to sleep with her tonight?"

Tsukiumi stiffened, even if Miya could be kind, she still found her rather scary, "N-No, thank you. I am fine, thou art mistaken about mine fear of storms."

"If you say so, but if you need anything at all, please feel free to come to my room and ask," He then began to exit the room.

Before left, Tsukiumi cried out, "WAIT!" Minato turned, "Thou hast told me thou art afraid of thunder, correct?"

"Well, I was, but-"

"Thou does not have to put up a brave face for my sake, thou art clearly still afraid of these storms and are too embarrassed to go to thine little sister or Miya-nee for comfort," Minato blinked, wondering how she came to that odd conclusion, "So, as gratitude for helping me earlier, I shall allow thee to sleep next to me for comfort."

Minato's eyes widened, "What? B-but I can't, that's-"

"Art thou refusing my generous offer?"

"No, but...I thought you didn't like being touched, and with the storm...there might-" Minato was afraid to say anymore.

Tsukiumi realized the implication, "I am prepared to make an exception...now...stop acting brave and come over here...before I change my mind about mine generous offer." Tsukiumi blushed.

Minato then realized what was going on, "I see...thank you for your generous offer Tsukiumi-san." He then crawled in beneath the sheets next to Tsukiumi. Within moments of the next strike of lightning, Tsukiumi was clinging to him, "I-Is this really okay Tsukiumi-san?"

"Art thou deaf?! I have already stated thus, it is okay. Now stop being scared and go to sleep."

A small smile appeared on Minato's lips, "Yes, Tsukiumi-san."

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The Next Morning

"Onii-chan! ONII-CHAN!"

Minato began to wake up, feeling groggy, "Whazatt?"

"Onii-chan, you need to get up now!" Yukari was beginning to panic. Normally she would jump at the chance to tease her brother over something like this, but after what happened yesterday she did not want him to get in trouble with Miya again so soon. "Onee-chan will be up here soon, and if she sees you like this-"

"Like what, Yukari-chan?" Instantly the room grew cold, and Yukari turned to see Miya in the doorway, a wooden spoon in her hand, "Oh my, what is this?"

In the center of the room, Minato and Tsukiumi are seen with their arms wrapped around one another, and as Minato is slowly waking up, Tsukiumi is making unconscious movements to cling to him even more. Finally Minato sits up, rubbing his left eye, "(Yawn) What is it Yukair-ch-" Suddenly he remembers what happened last night, turns to see Tsukiumi finally let go as she begins to wake up, then turns to Miya who is twirling the spoon in her hand, her eyes appearing like red, "Onee-san! I-I can explain!"

"Really now?" Miya looks at the scene, shaking your head, "Minato-kun, I was willing to forgive the 'accident' yesterday and give you a warning, but taking advantage of our new resident like this, I am sorry, but I am afraid that you need to be punished, you have broken one of my most sacred rules about inappropriate behavior."

Tsukiumi, who was now wide awake, looked upon the scene with horror, "Miya-dono, Stop! Thou art mistaken, Minato-san did not take advantage of me!"

"Oh?" Miya turned to her, "So why is he in your bed? And be warned," She twirled the spoon in her hand, "If I think you are lying you will only make things worse." She knew that what Minato said yesterday was a lie, but she was willing to let it slide since he was so determined to protect his sister (she had a soft spot for that) but she was not willing to take any lies today.

"I-I-"

"Yes?"

Tsukiumi shook, very nervous. She did not want to admit to her fears, but as she looked at Minato she realized that she could not let him get punished for simply helping her. She swallowed a little bit of her pride before she responded, "He-He was comforting me during the storm."

Miya blinked, her anger lessening slightly, "Comforting you?"

"Yes, I...I don't like thunder...I hate lightning, and...he heard me scream last night, he came in to comfort me, and...I asked him to stay."

"I see," she turned to Minato, "why did you not come and get me? I would have been happy to let her stay in my room?"

"I-I offered...but she asked me to stay, and...well..." he turned to Tsukiumi, not sure what to say.

"Oh, so you decided to sleep next to her during the storm," she then walked towards Minato, spoon in hand. Minato closed his eyes, awaiting his punishment, only to feel a gentle hand pay his head, "that was very kind of you," she then turned to Tsukiumi, "by the way, Tsukiumi,"

"Y-Yes Miya-dono?"

"I think it is very nice of you to trust Minato not to take advantage of you, especially after what happened yesterday."

"What happened? What art thou-" she then remembered Minato taking the blame for his sister, "Oh, right. I-I have forgiven him for thine transgression. Minato-san did nothing inappropriate last night, thou was a proper gentleman."

"Really now?" Miya asked as she looked at Minato, then back to Tsukiumi, "Well, I think it is very mature of you to forgive him like that." She then stood back a bit and looked at the pair of them. "Given the circumstances, I am willing to forgive your actions this time, but let me make something clear. This cannot be a regular thing. You will sleep in your own rooms, and if you need anything like this again, come to me first. Is that clear?" Tsukiumi nodded, "Good. Now get washed up and ready for breakfast." Miya then exited the room. She sighed, it did not surprise her that Tsukiumi did not want to come to her for comfort, many of the Sekirei were still afraid of her, but maybe now she would start to warm up to her. All thanks to Yukari and especially Minato, she smiled, 'That boy can do some amazing things.'

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As the group sat down for breakfast, Tsukiumi shifted uncomfortably in her seat, as if she was going through some strange internal battle.

" Tsukiumi-chan," Miya looked at the girl, "is something wrong?"

Tsukiumi looked up at her, "No, Miya-dono I am fine. In fact, I have come to a decision."

"Oh, have you?"

"Yes, I have decide to accept your generous offer to live in thine inn. "

"Really? That's wonderful, might I ask what caused this decision so soon?"

"I...thou has been a generous host and the other residents have been welcoming...and well..." she looked over to Minato who was smiling.

"We are happy to have you here," Minato said, "and we will do everything we can to make you feel at home here."

"Th-thank you, thou art very kind...I had not expected..." she trailed off, not sure what to say.

Yukari saw this and grinned wide, "Looks like someone has a crush on Oniichan."

Both Tsukiumi and Minato looked at Yukari, "WHAT?!"

Kazehana giggled, "Aww, so cute," she sighed, "is there anything more beautiful than young love?"

"I am not in love!" Tsukiumi shout, "Thou art mistaken, I am merely saying that this inn is nice and welcoming, and-"

Uzume smirked, "Yes, we heard how 'welcoming' Minato-kun was to you last night."

"Gah!" Tsukiumi placed her hands over her ears, "Stop this!"

Matsu grinned widely, "It's nothing to be ashamed of, you are at that age when you start to experience feel-"

*WHACK* *WHACK* *WHACK*

"Please stop teasing our new resident," Miya then looked over at Tsukiumi, "I thank you for wanting to stay here, and I promise that I will my best to prevent certain people," Looking down at Kazehana, Matsu, and Uzume, "are respectful of your privacy. Oh and Yukari," Yukari's grin vanished, "if you encourage these three again you will be 'punished' like them as well." she twirled the ladle in her hand.

"Y-Yes Onee-chan."

"Good, now I want all these dishes washed before you leave for school."

"What? But why do I-"

"Would you prefer a different punishment?" She asked, ladle still in hand.

Yukari shook her head, "No, Onee-chan." She then picked up the dished from the table and rushed to the kitchen to wash them.

"Good. Oh, and Minato-kun?"

"Y-Yes Onee-chan?" A deep blush was still on his face.

She pulled out a piece of paper, along with some money, "I am afraid that I might be rather busy today, would you mind running an errand for me after school?" She handed him the list, "It's just some things I need." Minato looked at the list with a raised eyebrow. It was computer equipment, and a list of the specs and where to buy them.

"Of course, Onee-san."

"Thank you," she bent down and kissed his forehead, "I knew I could count on you."

As the group was leaving, Matsu pulled Miya aside, "Why did you give him the list?"

"Hmm?"

"Why did you ask Minato to pick up the equipment I need? Don't you think that will look suspicious?"

"Minato-kun will keep quiet, and I need someone that Minaka isn't tracking or following in any way to get the supplies we need."

Matsu simply starred at her, "Not being tracked? You're kidding right? Minaka's probably-"

"Minaka is not following him, or Yukari for that matter, I have made sure of that."

Matsu looked at her, slightly scared, "Made sure how?"

Miya simply looked at her, her grin slightly larger.

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Flashback

"Number one," Minaka looked at, slightly concerned, "why have I gotten reports of you attacking some of my new troops and putting them in traction?"

"Oh, you mean the people that have been following Minato-kun and Yukari-chan."

At this, Takami's eyes widened, and she turned and glared at Minaka, "YOU'VE BEEN HAVING MY CHILDREN FOLLOWED?!"

Minaka raised his hands in desperation, "Now, Takami-"

"Don't you dare try to explain this away you son of a-"

"Takami," Miya said slowly, "it's okay, I have this." She turned to Minaka, "If I find any more of your people following those two, I promise I will do the same to them as I would if they were being followed by a stalker or molester. And then I will come here to have a 'personal' discussion with you."

Minaka starred at her a moment, before grinning wide and chuckling slighty, "You are quite something Number One. It seems I have no choice, besides," he looked over a Takami, "if I did it again I have a feeling you would not be the only one after me."

Takami was livid, "You're damn right!"

"However, if they were to wing any of the Sekirei, well, I am afraid that I would have to monitor them...for their safety."

Takami was red in the face, "THAT IS NOT-"

"-going to happen for some time."

Takami turned, "It is NEVER going to happen!"

Miya shook her head, "You cannot predict that, nor can you predict how the Sekirei will react. But I promise you, I will not allow any of the Sekirei to be winged until the proper time, no matter how they may be feeling."

Takami sighed, "That's fine...for now." She really did not want her children involved in this, but a part of her (a part of her she refused to acknowledge) knew that it was inevitable. But she would do her damnest to delay it for as long as she could.

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"I have my ways, Matsu." Miya then headed to her room, preparing for work.

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"She took her, Minaka, she took her."

"I heard you the first time, Miyajima, but I gave her permission to hand out punishments as she saw fit, and by the sound of it, she did not approve of your methods." Minaka was on speakerphone with Miyajima in his office. He had just heard from Miya about Tsukiumi's decision to stay at the inn. In truth, he actually loved the idea, but he did not divulge his feelings to Miyajima.

"I thought I made it clear, when it came to Tsukiumi I had permission to raise her as I saw fit. I have been one of you biggest supporters and I-"

"Your support it commended, and you are free to keep the equipment at you lab and continue Tsukiumi's adjustments. Number One has consented to that, and from what I have gathered Tsukiumi seems rather pleased with the new arrangement. It makes me wonder, if you cared about her as much as you claim, why was it so easy for her to decide to stay at a cramped inn rather than in your spacious mansion?"

"Minaka-sama," Miyajima pleaded, "Will you at least try to convince Number One to return her?"

"I am sorry, but the matter has been settled. You were told well in advance of the inspection, and if cared that much perhaps you should have been better prepared and maybe Number One would not have taken her away."

"This is not what we agreed to, when I joined MBI-"

"You were told to expect the unexpected, my dear, and that is what happened. I made more exceptions for you and given you more freedom and leeway than any other scientist here. Think of this as a valuable life lesson, for what happens when you start thinking you're untouchable."

"You're saying that to me?! After all the childish things you've done-"

"Now, now, let's not start shifting blame. Things didn't go your way, and now you're complaining because someone called you out on it. Now have called me childish before, but I have gotten used to it. Geniuses are often misunderstood. You, however, are not used to it, so it is a new experience. Remember this, Miyajima, you are not the one in control. I am the one in control." He then shut off the speakerphone, turning to look out the window.

The man could barely hide his glee, this turned out better than expected. He had hoped that Number One would simply scare a few scientists and make sure that they were doing everything they could to make sure that the plan was on schedule. He knew that there was a risk of her demanding to take a few of the Sekirei, along with Takehito's, to live at the inn with her. While he was prepared to give a few to her if necessary, he believed that Miya's reputation would scare them from wanting to go with her, and in a way he was right. Many of the younger Sekirei had stories of her exploits, and feared inciting her wrath. What happened, instead, was that Miya took the one Sekirei he had little control over from one of the biggest thorns in his side. While Miyajima was a brilliant scientist, and a large supporter of both Minaka and MBI, she was also one of the most defiant (Only Takami surpassed her in defiant remarks and actions). With her support she demanded constant exceptions to made for her, and numerous privileges be given to her and the Sekirei she would raise. Now, her arrogance came back to bite her when she was confronted by Number One. This would send a powerful message to the other scientists: If someone as a powerful as Miyajima could have her Sekirei taken away or risk incurring Number One's wrath, they were all vulnerable. Now they would work harder than ever and follow all of Minaka's instruction, lest their Sekirei be taken away as well. And next time, she might not be so 'forgiving' in her actions. Minaka smiled wide, "Oh, Number One, even when you think you are defying me you are helping me. I cannot wait to see how else your actions will influence the Sekirei Plan.

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Miya entered the training facility, and saw Yume and Karasuba waiting for her.

Yume smiled warmly at Miya, but what really surprised Miya was the massive grin she saw on Karasuba's face. She did not like that grin, it felt as if Karasuba knew something that she was dying to tell her, "Good morning Yume-san, how are you today?"

"I am well, thank you." Yume looked into Miya's eyes, "I heard about what happened between you and Miyajima-sama. Is it true? Did you take the Sekirei she was adjusting from her?"

Miya sighed, "Yes, Yume-san, I did. I found her methods to be...inappropriate...so I removed her from the house. I thought that she might do better at the inn with some of the other Sekirei."

"Yara, yara, is that the only reason you brought her to the inn Number One?" Karasuba's grin widened.

Miya looked at her, "What are you getting at Karasuba?"

Yume clapped her hands together and smiled, "We heard she might have found her ashikabi!"

Miya's head whirled back to Yume, a look of shock on her face, "Where did you hear that?!"

"Yara, yara, we heard Takami-san on the phone this morning. He daughter called to tell of a new blond-haired girl living at the inn. Apparently this girl has a crush on her 'oniichan' and she could not wait to tell her mother all about it," Karasuba continued to grin, "you are quite something Number One. First you play caretaker to Takami-san's kids, then you start brining Sekirei to your home and rejoin the squad, and now you're playing matchmaker?" She chuckled.

"T-That is not what is happening! This is all just a misunderstanding, the girl-"

"Oh, so there is more than one blond-haired girl living at the inn?"

"No, but-"

"Oh Miya-dono," Yume smiled, "I think it is wonderful that you are helping our little birds find their destined partners."

Miya groaned, "That is not...It's...I am just trying to help her, she does not have a crush on...well..."

"My, my, my, it's not like you to be flustered, Number One."

Miya glared at the woman, "Let's just drop the subject, we have work to do."

Karasuba chuckled again, this was too much fun, "Yara, yara, as you command Number One." She gave a mock bow.

Miya sighed, 'This is going to be a long day.'

Yume simply continued to smile, "I think this is a sign, Miya-dono, a sign of good things to come."

Miya turned to her, "I can only hope so, Yume-san."

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Five Weeks Later

'Why?! Why did he do it? Why did that psychopath move up the date?' These thoughts continued to run through Miya's head as she cut down the soldiers in front of her. Normally she would simply use her full power and cut them all down at once, but she could not do it here, not when that power could risk killing the very ones they are attempting to save.

Minaka, is in infinite wisdom, had decided to move up the date for the next batch of Sekirei that were to be transported to MBI permanently. And, in his further wisdom, he found that the discipline squad would not be needed, and that their presence my bring unwanted attention to this transportation. So he had the squad continue to oversee the scientists in Tokyo while the Sekirei on Kamikura island. As the group was prepared to leave the island, they were invaded by a group of soldiers. Worse, they succeeded in capturing a pair of Sekirei. The moment Miya learned of this, she and the other squad members quickly rushed to rescue them. They quickly learned of the location of the hidden bunker and where now on their way to rescue them. Miya was struggling to keep in power in check, her anger was massive, but if she lost control, she risks destroying the very thing she is attempting to save. Soon, though not soon enough in Miya's opinion, all the soldiers guarding the entrance to the bunker are dead and she and the other squad members are entering the bunker. 'Please,' Miya is worried , 'please be alright little ones.'

Soon the three of them are leaving the facility, and Miya is seen crying over one of the Sekirei's bodies, "No, NO! I am so sorry little one."

Yume simply starred, "I-Is she?"

"Yes," Miya's tears were flowing freely now, "Her tama was extracted, the core was destroyed. She's, she's-" Miya could not bring herself to say it.

Karasuba said nothing at first, and then, "What about the other one?"

"Safe," Yume managed to choke out, "They wanted one of them alive, apparently, while they...they..." wet tears now came down Yume's cheeks.

Karasuba shook her head, she did not understand why they were being emotional. There were always casualties in war, this little girl was just another casualty. She looked down at the bundle in Miya's arms. The now lifeless shell...

...of Sekirei No. 87, Kaho.

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Yes, in my story Kaho was the one who got her core extracted after the invasion. Now to be clear, this was not a random choice, this does serve a purpose. One that will be made clear in the next chapter, while most likely creating newer questions. This took a while to finish for two reasons: 1. I have been very busy, and 2. Writing Tsukiumi's part proved challenging. I will do my best to have the next chapter up as soon as possible. Have a nice day, and please continue to read and review.