A Samurai's Touch

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Chapter Four: The Sanada Bond

The group of four had taken off again and went deep into the forest. They were near the Sea of Trees and knew that soon, they would have to separate since they had different goals.

"Now then, if you do need any help, I'm sure we'll be able to find you!"

"Shut up you bastard."

Yukimura just smiled and ignored Kyo's comment. He gave Kyo a nod and then walked back over to Miyuki. She was bidding a farewell to Yuya and soon, the four departed into pairs.

Soon, Yukimura and Miyuki found themselves deep in the heart of the woods, but still not in the Sea of Trees just yet. Miyuki didn't pay much attention to Yukimura along the way however, he seemed distracted as well.

"Miyuki…"

"Yes?"

Miyuki turned around and faced him. He had the same old smile on, but this time, it seemed a little more sincere and it appeared that he was trying to hide a little fear.

"What will you do after Ieyasu is killed?"

Miyuki thought about it as she walked. Then she stopped and looked up.

"Probably go back to where I belong…unless someone can change my plans of course."

"You mean you're not going to help me?"

"Hmm?"

Miyuki turned and looked over with a questioning look. Yukimura had gotten closer and was only a few steps from her now. She saw that he had a concerned face on now.

"Are you going to leave me when this is done?"

She looked at him and then smiled at him.

"Well I might stick around for a few more weeks, but unless something comes up, I'm probably going to leave."

Yukimura seemed a little bit relieved from this, and smiled again. And they continued to walk. Miyuki couldn't help but feel as though she lied to him. Sure, she intended to leave and go home at the beginning when she met him. But now, it felt as though it has changed. She glanced back over at Yukimura and smiled at him.

"Why did you even ask? It's not like you really need me around anyway."

"What do you mean?"

Yukimura seemed puzzled by this statement. In his mind, he needed Miyuki more than anyone else. He didn't understand why she would say such a thing.

"Well…first of all, you don't me because I'm a woman. And judging by the way that you have been acting for the past two years…it leads me to believe that you like to flirt and well…you like woman for other pleasures other than your friend."

It was true. Yukimura enjoyed flirting with woman. But, he never really thought much about it. And now that Miyuki had brought it up, he could see why she would think that. But he never treated Miyuki like the other woman. She was special, and he didn't want to treat her that way. So frankly, Yukimura needed Miyuki, because she was woman and because he loved her.

"Second, I'm a fighter. I usually protect people, but you seem to have that covered as well. You have the Sanada Jyuushi. And if not them, you have yourself. So yeah, I wouldn't see much point in staying with you after this is done."

Yukimura looked hurt. Even though it was true that he could protect himself, that wasn't the point. He kept her around so that he can protect her. The woman that he loved. He walked over and grabbed her arm. She was surprised and just looked at him.

"No, you're wrong."

"Oh really? And how is that?"

"You're a woman. Not just any woman, but one who is strong and free willed. You're not like all those other woman. There could a thousand of them, and none of them would be able to live up to your standards in life. You are far from what they are."

Miyuki was speechless. She really didn't expect Yukimura to think of her in that way, or even say that to her.

"You are no ordinary girl. You…you are…something even better. Something even more worth while."

Yukimura had such honest eyes and Miyuki couldn't look away from. He really meant everything he was saying at that moment. He looked down and smiled again. Miyuki was still slightly shocked, but smiled back anyway.

"Plus, I don't need you to protect me…I just want to protect you."

He smiled again and leaned in. He didn't kiss her, but just wanted to get closer to her. They could feel each other's breaths and Miyuki eventually backed off with a smile.

"Well, it's whatever you want. If you want me to stay, then tell me then."

"I want you to stay."

"I just said to tell me th-"

"I want you to stay with me forever."

Miyuki stopped walking and then just stood there. She tilted her head slightly and then turned around to face Yukimura. He just stared back, and then she turned back and started walking again. She didn't respond to the comment at all.


They walked, and when night fell, they had to find a place to rest. Once a fire was set up, Miyuki and Yukimura settled themselves down next to it. Watching the fire as it burned, Miyuki started to doze off a little bit. When she began to fall, Yukimura caught her and helped her back up. Miyuki just shrugged a little bit and gave him a smile to thank him.

Later, when Yukimura was asleep, Miyuki got up and snuck to the lake. She needed to take a bath. They had been walking for two days now, and she desperately needed a bath. Miyuki undressed and slipped into the lake, making sure to be extra quiet so Yukimura wouldn't wake up and try to watch her.

She dove deep down and then came back up. She flipped her hair and ran her fingers through it. Yukimura was awake, and watched through the bushes. He only saw her shadow, but smiled.

One day…I'll see that body of yours. But only after we're married that is…


Miyuki returned from the bath and found Yukimura still sleeping. She walked past him and then suddenly, she felt someone grab her around the waist. She whipped around and saw that Yukimura had gotten up and had grabbed her around the waist.

"So, how was your bath?"

"Yu…Yukimura!"

Miyuki blushed as his tightened his grip around her and leaned in close to her. He placed his lips on the back of her neck and the slowly dragged them to the side of her neck.

"What are you doing?"

Yukimura just smiled and kissed her neck. Miyuki tried to wiggle free but he kept his grip on her. His placed one arm across her chest and then one around her waist. Miyuki started to have flashbacks about the other night, where he did the same thing.

"Yukimura! Stop or…or.."

"Or what?"

Yukimura just pulled her in closer and licked her face. Miyuki continued to struggle but had no luck.

"Saizo! Come down here now! I want you to perform the ceremony."

Saizo dropped down from the trees and landed in front of them. He gave Yukimura and uncertain look.

"Are you sure my lord? Once this is done, it can't be erased."

Yukimura merely just looked at him and then turned away.

"Yes, I'm sure I want to."

"What's going on here? What ceremony?"

Yukimura continued to hold her tight and then kissed her neck again.

"You said that after we were done with out mission, that you would leave…unless something changed your mind…"

"What? So what do you plan to do about it?"

Yukimura turned her over and grabbed her left arm. He pressed his body against hers and their chests touched. Miyuki looked up at Yukimura was overwhelmed by his strength.

I never knew…he was so strong…

Yukimura nodded to Saizo and then turned back to Miyuki. He had a serious face on and leaned in closer. He licked her lips and then looked at her.

"I was told to never use this bond, but I can't help it. I need you and this bond will ensure that you stay with me."

He held out her left arm and his right arm. He turned to Saizo and nodded. Saizo gulped and then began the ceremony. Fog rolled in a covered the area. A barrier encircled them, and glowed. Yukimura whispered something into Miyuki's ear, but she couldn't hear it. Then he kissed her deeply. As he kissed her, their arms began to sting and Miyuki wanted to pull her arm back but Yukimura did not allow it.

He continued to kiss her and finally, he stopped and released her. Miyuki backed away and gasped for air. She grabbed her arm and looked at it. It was burning now. Not only that, but there was a dragon on her arm. She looked up angrily up at Yukimura to see that his arm was also marked, only his was with a phoenix. He lifted it up and the walked toward her.

He grabbed her arm and the burning immediately stopped. Miyuki looked up at Yukimura and saw him smiling.

"Now you can never leave me…"

He touched her cheek gently and kissed her on her cheek.

"You have no choice but to stay with me now."

"And why is that?"

"The Sanada bond…it bounds two people together no matter what."

"What are you talking about?"

"Miyuki…you can now never leave my side."

Miyuki just looked at him like he was crazy and then at her arm. The marking was gone, but she knew that it was there. He ran his hand through her hair and smiled at her.

"The Sanada bond…my parents told me I should never use it, but I have to use it for you. I don't think I can bear the thought of not being with you."

"What is this 'bond'?"

"If you ever think about leaving me or you actually do the action of leaving me, the mark will burn and you will have no choice but to stay."

"Why? Why are you doing this?"

Yukimura grabbed her and pulled her in. And leaned in so close that they could practically kiss.

"Because I want you to stay with me…even after the task is done…"

"Don't be ridiculous. If I want to leave, I can still leave."

Suddenly her arm started to burn again and the dragon appeared. Yukimura lifted up his arm as well and the phoenix was back.

"See? It burns and stops as soon as you stop the thought."

He was right, once Miyuki stopped thinking about it the burning stopped and the dragon disappeared.

"Miyuki, I will say this one more time. I want you to be by my side forever, and now you will be."

End Chapter Four


Celsius 13 Degrees: Yes! The Sanada bond! Lol not a real thing, but it's still cool! XD anyway, hope you enjoyed this chapter! Keep reading! Thank you!!