Someone asked me 'do Waka and Ammy kiss eventually in this story?' The answer:
HELL YEAH! But near the end I'm afraid because of all the demons around and the game's plot. (damn you Clover for not showing Waka's hair sooner in the game!)
If you cannot wait that long then read this story I did called 'The Perfect Christmas Gift' where there IS quite a bit of AmmyxWaka fluff (you will LOVE it if you like this story!)
With that out the way here is chapter 11 (feels bigger than that)
Celebration goes up in Smog
The Kamiki Festival went on happily as planned without the fear of demons attacking even mentioned. Mr Bamboo, Kokari's father and The Nameless Man were sitting by the bridge drinking lots of sake and Amaterasu did what she loved doing, getting people wet with sake. She did that but not only did they get wet but they fell unconscious as well.
"Gramps? Gramps! Stay awake! Stay away from the light!" Issun said frantically as Mr Bamboo fell unconscious. Amaterasu left them be and enjoyed the rest of the party. Kokari and Mushi were chasing after each other but Kokari says it is going to be the last time they may see each other since he wants to travel and become a real man like Susano (he is better than Susano already!) Mr Orange was dancing for Konohana as usual and Mushi's mother was enjoying the view of the fireworks Tama made. There was no sign of Susano but Amaterasu thought it was best to leave them be, Kushi had gone missing too so that explained a lot. Sakuya was 'hypnotized' by the fireworks and the joy all around the village that hasn't been here for a whole year.
Amaterasu hasn't finished yet though, she still needed to find 4 more Celestial brush techniques and evil is still around Nippon. She looked back at the Village one more time.
"Hey furball," Issun said knowing the time to leave was soon. "We still have some Celestial Brush techniques to find. We have looked everywhere around this area but we still have one last place to go. The capital is big so if there are loads of people there who's to say there aren't any gods there too? C'mon furball off to the capital we go." Amaterasu nodded and ran to the Big Drawbridge.
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Issun couldn't believe his eyes; Ryoshima Coast had been cursed even after Orochi is now down on his deathbed! Amaterasu wasn't as shocked but she didn't expect to see Ryoshima Coast in such a poor state. The ocean was looking like tar and there was hardly any plant life around. Finding the Guardian Sapling is the first thing on the 'to-do list' then check if everything is alright afterwards but that was a huge doubt that there would be no problems.
When they did find the Guardian Sapling it was tiny and was dying. Amaterasu managed to find water and water the little seedling that grew quickly but was still withered. A simple brush stroke made the Guardian Sapling bloom and the cursed zone was sent packing.
"Now this is the Ryoshima Coast I know and love." Issun boasted. "I don't really know it that well but…see that sunken ship? I don't remember ever seeing it there before. Sei-an city is just a little walk from here and since you have been in the boonies for 100 years you may find city life very shocking. Just don't get too excited furball but for me, I can't wait to check out all the babes hehe." Is that all you can think about? Amaterasu thought. There is more to life than stuff like that. Amaterasu shook her head and headed to the capital.
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Rao certainly cared about her looks but she may know more than she lets on. Waka must keep an eye out for her; she may get hurt if she messes with stuff that could be fatal. To be honest, he couldn't have cared less. Deaths cannot be evaded and it wasn't his place to mess with her affairs unless she messes with his. The city was indeed in a bad state, a thick fog has covered the city and it made people sick. Most had gone to their beds but some had caught it while on a walk and now lay in the street trying to get up but are too weak to do so.
Waka hasn't been affected with it yet so far but he couldn't think of such things now. He then came to the Emperor's place but not even he can get in. He noticed a small hole in the wall about the size of a needle. That reminds Waka of something Himiko mentioned, something about a mallet that shrinks people but it was lost when the Water Dragon sunk the ship a while ago. Amaterasu will be coming soon and he needed to tell her about this…well give her a clue anyway. He jumped off to wait by the bridge for her but a monk has blocked the way until he can fish The Living sword out of the lake, he will be surprised by what it really is.
Amaterasu finally managed to catch the Living Sword (actually a massive cutlass fish) and the bridge was returned to normal.
"Wait furball!" Issun stopped her and looked at the sky. "I thought this mist came from the mountains or sea, so what's that stuff coming from the Imperial Palace?" Amaterasu shook her head and moved on but she didn't get far when a familiar figure stopped her.
"Well, well, well look what the cat dragged in." Waka said smiling. "What took you so long ma chérie?"
"Ack…not you again!" Issun groaned while Amaterasu, in her mind, was full of joy. "Well you don't fool us! We won't forget what you did to us back at Orochi's place! And why do you keep popping up wherever we are anyway? What're you up to this time?"
"Hm? Excusez-moi but I have no time to follow you around." Waka said. Riiight you just can't keep away from me. Amaterasu thought. "You see I'm busy looking for something."
"Bah…some prophet you are. Shouldn't you already know where to look?" Good point there Issun but he does know where to look.
"Well, maybe 'look' isn't the right word. I already KNOW where it is. It's just…getting there is proving to be a bit of a problem. Suffice it to say, I want it quick and easy."
"Quick and easy? Wait a sec…don't tell me you're behind this funky mist? Is this part of a plan to conquer the city and take over the world!? You're always up to no good so I wouldn't be surprised." What the hell is going on in your head for you to think that, Issun!? Amaterasu thought thinking that Issun had lost his mind but Waka wasn't so confused.
"The world? Not bad, my little bouncing friend. You're only half wrong…I seek the other world." Our home you mean that we need to reach to get rid of evil and put all this crap behind us? "I desire a path to the heavens."
"A path to the heavens?" Issun repeated confused. "Oh, stop beating around the bush and let us know what's on your mind!" Waka laughed at this.
"This path concerns you too, ma chérie." He said suddenly and Amaterasu knew what he meant. While she has to get rid of evil here, Waka is finding a way to get them both back where they belong…the Celestial Plain.
"Huh?" Issun didn't know what he was talking about; he didn't even know Amaterasu came from the Celestial Plain! It was then that Waka went on about how much the city folk were suffering and Issun kept on about how it was him who caused this.
"Ha! We got you all figured out!" He yelled at the prophet who stood not bothered much. "This funky mist and your so-called path to the heavens…you're in cahoots with Queen Himiko!" Issun you're being too fanatic!
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So just take it step by step." He said ignoring the Poncle's accusations. "You must first deal with this mist. It is slowly but surely killing the people of this city. Wait too long and it's au revoir! The damage will already be done." Ouch, harsh words coming from you there. Well if you and Issun will stop arguing I could get on with it!
"Why you-! Talking about it like it's someone else's problem! You're behind it all! Admit it already!" Why would he do that exactly? What have you got against him anyway?
"Even if I was…what good would come out of arguing about it here?" Nothing much but I really want to get this job over and done with so can we just get to the point? Amaterasu asked but Waka continued talking and ignored her. "Methinks you should be doing something about the mist now. How about a tip this time instead of a prophecy? Go through the hole in the wall, little ones!" There was silence for a few moments.
What the hell does that mean!? Amaterasu barked.
"Ahem…let me put it this way…'even the most solid defence has a tiny gap like the eye of the needle.' Or something like that. Understand, ma chérie?"
Yeah I do now thanks. If you're going back to Kamui, I expect you are, say hi to Ishaku for me. Amaterasu barked to which Waka nodded.
"C'mon, Ammy! I'm sick of talking to this guy." Issun said and Amaterasu walked towards Rao's house.
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The incident in Rao's house was something Amaterasu wanted to forget (hence why I skipped it) Rao MUST have problems with perverts as she was just…well let's just say Issun totally lost it in there and acted stupidly. No wonder people felt better just by looking at her and 'her 2 bouncing friends' Issun puts it. He also said something like: "Oh the wonders of nature. A valley forbidden by two steep cliffs." When Amaterasu decided to push her out the way (for the reason was that she was jealous).
Amaterasu arrived to where the Emperor's house is and saw two guards standing by the entrance. Getting inside was impossible but the mist was definitely coming from inside the house. Amaterasu could tell one of the guards was eager to ask questions to the other one so she hid down low to eavesdrop on their conversation, she is starting to turn into her lover now sneaking up on people.
"Pst…pst!" The guard said.
"What is it? You know we can't really talk." The other guard said.
"I know but I wanted to ask you something. What do you think about Your Majesty's decision?"
"What? Surely you're not doubting Your Majesty's leadership!?"
"No I'm not but don't you think he has been acting a bit…odd?" The other guard thought for a while before answering.
"…Come to think of it I do, even though he took to his bed he still refuses to see a doctor and he turns the people who need him away."
"What about that girl, Kaguya? She shouldn't be locked up all alone in her cell, she's done nothing wrong!" Kaguya? Didn't Mr Bamboo mention her? Amaterasu thought remembering Mr Bamboo mumble about her when he was drunk at the festival.
"Orders are orders so we had no choice but to obey. I hope this mist settles soon…" The guards then forgot about the moment and carried on as normal. Something isn't right with the Emperor, turning the needing away is evil unless he has a very good reason and being a lazy bum in bed isn't a good reason at all. Amaterasu spotted a few slips of paper on the floor and remembered Rao mentioning it so she picked them up. Amaterasu also noticed the wall in front of her had some mist coming from a hole in near the floor. So that's what lover boy meant, I'll thank him properly next time I see him. Amaterasu turned around and ran back to Rao's house ready for her next mission.
So yeah most of this is Waka and Issun fighting AGAIN! Typical.
Just a reminder those who can't wait for the ending chapter where Waka and Ammy kiss then check out 'The Perfect Christmas Gift' for AmmyxWaka fluff. All AmmyxWaka fans will love it!
Review please and you may need to catch up on me because I'm gonna update quicker so we can move on with the juicy part hehe. I'm not gonna wait for reviews anymore sorry so review quickly if you want to review I can't wait any longer so Nova Bucker's wish for ASAP is coming true. Alerting this story is recomended if you don't wanna fall behind.