AAN: Yeah this took awhile to write. I have had writers block for awhile and I really have no plot pre-made for this. So I am winging the entire storyline. Please R&R or I won't bother updating.

A Vow is Made and a Child is Gained

When Genki awoke the following morning he slowly became aware of the women he slept with. Even though she had hurt him deeply the previous week he now forgave her. She was human after all and he a werewolf. Most humans did not know the truth of his race. He was vaguely aware of his back pain and the pain in his belly. His wounds not entirely healed yet. Taking in a deep breath, he inhaled her scent, enjoying her smell. Not only that but assuring himself she was all right, he could tell she was strong and healthy through that one breath. Smiling he gently nuzzle her cheek, she stretched lightly and glanced up him with a yawn. "Morning, you sleep well, Holly?" his voice still rough but not as rough as the day before. She smiled nodding,

"Yes, I slept very well…. You're so warm. And I knew I was completely safe in your arms." He chuckled, though it sounded similar to a growl, she knew what it meant. His large paw like hand came up to her cheek gently caressing it, causing her to blush at his gentleness. "You're more gentle then I could have ever imagined."

"I will always be this way with you. I love you too much to ever hurt you." He pulled her close into an embrace holding her firmly yet gently. When he released her she could only smile. His hand drifted to her side to softly stroke her there; she blushed profusely placing her own hand on his. "Holly?"

"I'm not sure I'm ready to go forward much more then kissing right now…" her voice soft and semi embarrassed. He sensed both a tint of fear and a tint of excitement in her.

"As you wish, I was only trying to return the soothing feeling you give me when you stroke my fur. I didn't mean to cause any problems." She looked away now embarrassed that she thought he wanted more then that. His hand took hold of her chin and guided her eyes back to his. "Holly, I'm not after sex I told you that. I will not have sex with you unless you are positive you want it." she blushed crimson again at the thought of such an act.

"I'm sorry I just…."

"I know that some how aroused you. That was not my goal"

"But how did you…know…" she seemed astonished.

"My nose can tell me a lot. I can tell much by your scent and the changes in it. Even your mood." Her blush deepened, he tilted his head curiously. "Is something wrong?"

"Genki, do…. werewolves mate when their in heat?" her voice just above a whisper, she was indeed embarrassed by this conversation.

"Not that I know of…. we are not allowed to mate during a females monthly…we are not animals…." He followed that track and soon knew the reason. "Holly, does it bother you that I can tell when your monthly is?" this becoming too personal in some ways and too embarrassing in others causing her to hide her face in his chest. He held her close in silence for a moment. "Holly…maybe I should stay in my human form. I won't be able to tell then and maybe it won't be as hard for you…"

"Genki…."

"Holly, what is it?" she was crying he could feel her tears now. Having missed them at first because of his fur. She didn't say anything only cried. He patiently held her close and firmly, hoping a feeling of safety would help her to calm down. What did I say that bothered her so much? Maybe…she doesn't have a monthly…because of...him. She wants a child so much, I can feel it. Holly, I promise to do all I can to help you have a child of your own. God willing you will bare a child. His hand moved to softly rub her back. Slowly she clamed, still clinging to him. "Holly, I'm sorry if I said something that upset you. I wasn't trying to." His ear flat against his head, his eyes filled with worry now. She glanced up at him seeing this; he saw sadness in her eyes.

"Genki…. my monthly is…. wrong…its very painful for me…. and the blood is black…. Because of the injury…" tears ran down her cheeks again. She could see the softness in his eyes, and his love for her. "It would be a constant reminder by scent to you of what I lack…."

"No, Holly, it would be a reminder of my promise to you. I will find a way for you to bare a child." She finally looked him in the eyes, "I will help you through anything you go through, Holly, and I will find away to fix what he did to you." He saw hope in her eyes now and pulled her close. "I will always be here for you, you're the only one I will ever feel this way about."

"Thank you, Genki" her voice a whisper now.

Granity came to the door and knocked lightly. Genki and Holly both heard her but weren't sure they wanted to interrupt their time together. On the second knock Holly sighed and finally spoke. "Come in."

Granity peaked in and smiled to them. "Dr. Harvey is here to check on Genki's wounds." Holly nodded and Granity opened the door for the doctor. The doctor smiled to them both having expected something of the sort from what Granity had said earlier. And they did seem to be a perfect match.

"How are you feeling, Genki?" his voice professional but his eyes held a twinkling of amusement, not gone unnoticed by Genki.

"Better then a week ago. Minor pain still but nothing I can't handle." Holly looked guilty a moment, she had forgotten about his injuries.

"Well, I need to change your bandages." Genki sat up slowly letting the doctor do what he needed. Holly looked over his wounds as they were revealed noting how serious they still were. Once all the bandages were changed doctor Harvey took Genki's temperature and check his heart and breathing. Once satisfied that he was recovering nicely he smiled to Holly.

"Don't worry, he is recovering faster then I had expected." Genki grinned a wolfish grin at the compliment. "There is something I would like to speak with you both about."

"Oh? What is it?" Holly seemed very curious now.

"Well, the young girl the raptors had captured, whom you saved, is all alone now. Her parents were killed in the skirmish. Would you be willing to look after her for a while? Until I find her a permanent home?" Holly looked to Genki; both had noted that Granity had disappeared. Genki's eyes seemed to tell her to look after the girl.

"Doctor Harvey we would be Happy to take care of her." The doctor smiled.

"Thank you. She's at my house now. Doesn't seem to trust anyone though. She seems to be a bit traumatized by the whole ordeal. She may or may not be afraid of you."

"The poor girl…I don't blame her."

"Holly let me try to coax her out." Both Holly and the doctor stared at him. "True most people fear my race but to a child I'm nothing more then a big doggie, or some hornless tiger. Please let me try." Holly nodded.

"Alright go ahead Genki." Both looked back to the doctor who shook his head.

"Follow me then."

Once they were in the town it was obvious what the towns people thought of Genki. Most whispered about his races notorieties others pointed out that he had saved the town. Genki ignored them though Holly seemed displeased. The little girl in question was outside playing with her doll by herself. Even though some near by kids had invited her to play. The other children seemed fascinated by Genki and were soon pulled back to safety by fearful parents. Genki smiled to the young girl who hid her face. Carefully he lowered himself to all fours and walked over to her calmly. The girl seemed to like him; she didn't recoil but instead reached out to pet him. Holly, Doctor Harvey, the monsters, and the rest of the town watched as Genki came up right next to her. He didn't speak; he knew he didn't need words just yet. She held on to his mane now, standing to hug him. Slowly he sat down and pulled her into his arms. After a few minutes he spoke very softly. "Would you like to stay with me?" the young girl looked at him a moment before nodding yes. "Alright then, how about I give you a ride?" the little girl laughed and grabbed her doll as he leaned down. She soon was on his back and he carefully walking back towards Holly's ranch. Everyone was awestruck by how easily the child trusted him when she trusted no one else. Holly smiled to the doctor who wished her well on taking care of the girl. On the way back Genki heard no whispers of hate only those of awe and wonder.

When he entered Holly's home the girl slid off of him but didn't leave his side. When he stood she waited to be picked up, which he did. Holly came over to them both and the girl again hid her face. Holly smiled and spoke gently.

"Hi there, I'm Holly. I'm glad you wanted to stay here with him. I'll be here to help too alright?" the girl now looked over at Holly then to Genki.

"It's alright." His rough voice as gentle as he could make it. She looked back at Holly and smiled.

"Will you tell us your name?" Holly asked very gently. The girl shook her head and hid her face again.

"Alright, how about we call you Marie after the doll you carry until you tell us yours?" Genki ask gently. She nodded and clung to him seemingly tired. "You want to take a nap?" she nodded yawning. Genki smiled to Holly and walked upstairs to his room. Gently laying her down to rest, and telling her he would be down stairs if she needed him.

Once back down stairs Holly came up to him.

"I'm a little worried Genki. Will she ever trust people again?"

"She may in time. We just have to be patient, loving, and reassuring to her." Holly moved closer to him and his arms automatically surrounded her.

"Genki…I'm not sure I want this child's stay to be temporary…if she trusts us then…"

"If you would like to adopt her then do so. I would not mind having her as a daughter." She blushed at the thought of marrying him.

"Genki we don't know our relationship will last."

"Yes we do. You know very well it will. I love you with all my heart and soul. And I do want to marry you in the future." She lay her head against his chest blushing.

"Genki I would like that." He stoked her back.

"Then say yes when I do propose."

"I will."

"Lets make Marie a room of her own." Holly nodded.

"There are a couple more guest rooms."

"One of those will be fine." She led him off to change up the room for the girl.

By the time dinner came the room was ready for her. It was not far from Genki's room and they had changed the linen sheets to a violet color. The bed spread a baby blue. Next to the bed was a nightstand with a lamp on it. The window curtains were a light beige. The room's walls were a light raspberry and the floor was of maple. She had her own closet and an oak dresser for her things. And Genki had hefted a spare chest up for her toys. Holly had dinner ready and set the table while Genki went to wake up the child dubbed Marie. The girl stared at him a moment then smiled hugging him.

"It's time for dinner." He granted her wish to be carried and sat her in a chair between Holly and him. His desire was for her to trust Holly as well. The girl ate very politely and even made Genki feel he was being an animal at the table. But he shrugged this thought off. The girl prayed with Holly, and much to Holly's displeasure Genki prayed to his Father rather then her Mother. He refused to give up his religion and also vowed not to push her to give up hers.

Once dinner was done Genki and Holly both managed to convince the girl to follow them to her new room. The minute she saw the room her eyes lit up.

"My room?" she spoke atleast unsure and shocked.

"Yes its yours. All yours. And we have a chest for your toys. We can go get you some tomorrow if you like?" Holly spoke gently. The girl turned to them both hugging Genki then Holly, who was surprised.

"You buy me toys?" she asked Holly.

"Yes we both will" she smiled, Genki nodding in agreement. The girl pondered a moment then spoke.

"I go with you then. I stay here." She ran to her bed and climbed on it.

"We'll let you have fun. Just be careful alright?" she nodded as Genki and Holly left hand in hand.

"Well that went well"

"Yes it did Holly. She seems to trust you now."

"So how many toys are we to buy her? We are limited on funds."

"Only a few. She doesn't need a whole bunch. And I can help with the funds." She nodded smiling to Genki. "Holly now that the raptors are dead we can get the iron birds parts." She frowned.

"There are more in that area…"

"Are you still afraid of going there?"

"Not for the same reason…I don't want to lose you. Besides you have to heal."

"I know, I won't go till I'm healed. But I can find work until then." She smiled, "I will always find a way to provide for you Holly."

"You truly have changed Genki. And though I don't like your praying to your Father…you are an honorable man." He grinned then kissed her softly.

"It's getting late. She will fall asleep soon on her own. Lets go to bed."

"Yes lets…. and I want to stay with you from now on."

"As you wish my angel." She blushed as they walked into her room together, ready for a restful nights sleep in each other's arms.