"It is said that long ago the Holy Mother created the earth along with every living creature that roam its lands. Though there were many who called to her, 'Holy Mother of all Creation grant us a wish for something to cure our dry throats'. This made her sad to see her creatures suffer and so she cried for their pain. Her tears fell to the earth and created the seas, rivers and streams. Some of the creature loved the water so much they decided to make it their home. Soon, the creatures called her once more. 'Holy Mother of all Creation grant us a wish to cure our aching bellies'. Saddened once more she took a strand of her hair and cut it from her before sending it to the earth to become rice, trees, and vines. Her creations grew happy and thus celebrated her. Yet, soon the food was gone for the plants would not grow. The sunflower stood tall and called to her. 'Holy Mother of all Creation grant us a wish for something to help us grow for you have forgotten to give us mouths.' Saddened yet again she looked to her swollen belly and proclaimed, 'My darling creations I have news of a child to be born of the Holy Father whom resides in the darkest parts of the world. This child shall be your life and in turn give you life.' So the child was born shown so brightly in the sky and given the name Ameterasu."

~/-*-\~

Kiku stopped running for a moment looking around the forest for any whom may have begun to pursue them. Determining that it was safe he set the blonde down and turned to the nearest tree. Taking a deep breath he ran horizontally up the trunk until he reached a high branch. Looking out into the forest he could see no signs of being pursued and thus jumped from the branch to the ground starling the blonde. "I see that no one has followed us as of yet, though it is a matter of time." He turned to a tree with a hollow trunk and reached his hand in pulling out a large bag before setting it on the ground.

"Do you think they will catch us?" the other asked worriedly, now regretting leaving with an Alpha he barely knew and wishing that William were there. William had shown not only protective instincts of him but also restraint.

"There is no need to fear me; I have no intention of breeding you." He said softly as he continued to search the bag for clothes to change into and disguise their scent. He was good at reading the atmosphere; being the second son it came to be useful to him. Though what he said was semi-true he would hope one day to breed him but right now the drive was not there. He set aside robes of red and white to the side and searched some more. There had to be something fitting for a Bearer in the bag. He frowned upon finding nothing more than a royal blue priestess kimono. Sighing he handed it to the other and stood up. "You will need to change into this. They will be hunting our scent and so we must try to cover it as best we can." He explained and gathered his own robes, those of priest. Most likely they would not be stopped.

Alfred reached for the outfit unsure of what it was or how it was to be warn though that is not what truly bothered him, there was no place for privacy. A blush made its way to his face. The other seemed to notice what was going on and simply gave a smile. To Alfred it was not funny. Bearers have been told to conceal their bodies unless it was for that of a doctor, family, or husband. If exposed to any other then it was viewed as shameful. Though, Alfred would admit to himself that he was self-conscious of his body.

The other smiled and rubbed his shoulder kindly. "There is a hot spring near-by with enough coverage for you." He took his arm and pulled him along until they found it behind a large gathering of trees. A thin layer of steam hovered above the water. Thick foliage blocked every possible peep hole that could have been. "Please be quick about it, we have little time." With that he left though not too far from earshot.

He slowly undressed himself, tossing his black silk garments aside before putting on the white priest Jōe which was accented well with bright red. After he finished tying his red Hakama he made his way to the trees, stopping just outside of them and waited with his old clothing in hand. It was then he heard a shout followed by water splashing. He burst through the flora and looked to the water finding no sign of his companion. A soft gasp was heard to his left and it was there under a tree that the blonde sat, body half exposed by the awkward way he had put the kimono on. The Hakama hung off his hip and the kimono was completely wrong and exposing half his chest with his arm sticking out through the wrong hole. Almost instantly his face began to heat up and he tried to fight it. It was a lost cause and so he decided simply to let it stand and blame it on the heat of the hot spring should it come up.

The Bearer tried to hide a blush knowing that he had not only messed up on how to wear the outfit but also somehow managed to trip and push a rock in the water causing his companion to come running. Yet, even more so he was embarrassed for much of his body was exposed to him. He felt utterly humiliated.

Kiku sighed before holding out his hand to the other and turning his eyes away. "I will help you, but only if you allow me to." His voice was sympathetic and pitiful.

Alfred looked at the hand questionably. Allowing him to help him dress went against everything he knew about Bearers. Yet, he was hopeless when it came to the outfit and knew he needed the other to assist him. He was at a standstill and it upset him.

Sensing the unease of the blonde Kiku gave him a kind smile. "You can trust me." Thought the thought of touching him seemed almost shameful when accompanied with that statement. The other smiled weakly and took his hand to which Kiku pulled him to his feet. The Hakama shifted and fell to the ground and it took all of his will power not to look. "Can you retrieve it?" he asked keeping his eyes locked on the tree. The other nodded and bent down to pick the Hakama up.

It was in that moment Kiku sensed a threatening presence near them. Turning quickly he accidentally knocked the blonde flat on his back. He stood defensively with his sword drawn eyeing the undergrowth that was emitting the scent of a rival Alpha. Though the steam was concealing the identity of the person, Kiku was not willing to take a chance. "Show yourself!" he growled out.

The vegetation was pushed aside and the figure made his identity known. His violet eyes narrowed in anger at the sight of the half-naked Bearer. A low growl resided in the back of his throat as he made his way to the Omega. His path was soon blocked by the rival Alpha wielding a katana. This was insulting to him. After all, the other served him and to dare challenge his own master was treason. Then again the other had lost his way, believing that he was human. It was comical really for he, most of all, hated the humans for what they had done to his brethren. He gave a heavy sigh and ran at the other. Dodging the sword he wrapped his arm around the other's neck and whispered. "Awaken, the fire that burns deep within, the very core of life and death."

Kiku's eyes grew wide as his sword fell from his hands. He burst into flames and let out a howl. He could feel his flesh burn but physically nothing changed.

William looked on with a smile on his face. It would be best of he remembered who he was; after all he was more powerful that way. He watched as the flamed that engulfed him died down and he stood straight and proud even daring to look him in the eyes. He then moved to the Omega who stared at him with a sense of fear. He gave a kind smile and finished dressing him properly.

Alfred growled and began to weakly punch and kick William as he tried to dress him, cursing and crying out that he had done something to his companion. Tears stung at his eyes but he willed them back. His friend was not there, he was gone. Braking from the other's grip he ran to the Prince and threw his arms around him.

Kiku smiled kindly and hugged him back. "I am unharmed. It was a simple purification ritual." He cooed softly before turning once more to William who moved a finger to his lips. He was given a nod in return. "He has come to join us."

The blonde blinked in confusion before looking back at the other Alpha. William was someone he could trust, right? He had no reason to debt him before and he had every chance to betray that trust but had not. Though, his connection to Kiku was strong and thus decided to believe him. "Please, just let me know before you set him on fire again!" he yelled out of frustration. What was he to do with them? Two Alphas both of high rank and a lowly Omega.

"Come, time is running short if we are to make it to the next village." William said as he ushered the Bearer to travel at the front of the pack.

He looked to Kiku who nodded. Quickly gathering his sword he took his place next to William and gave a wry smile. "I thank you my lord for setting me free for my bonds."

"It is nothing. After all you serve me best in your natural form." He shot his head to the side only to find the noise belonged to a rabbit.

"So he has forgotten. What shall we do? I cannot reveal my truest form to him if he does not remember." Kiku gave a concerned look before his attention swayed to the juicy rabbit.

"If there is no other way, change in front of him. I cannot lose him again." William commanded.

"Hai, my lord. Yet, do you think he will ever remember that he is truly of the…" the glare he got from the other caused him to stop. "Forgiveness, I meant no harm…"

William sighed. "Why can the Light not wed the Darkness? Just because we reside in two different worlds why must that ban us from loving the other?" he readjusted his mask.

"I myself do not know, my lord." He looked at his hands. "I create light and sustain life but am of the Darkness for I cause death as well. The ways of the Holy Mother are a mystery to me."

William watched with awe as the blonde looked at the world with amazement. A look he had not seen since he had fist stepped from the realm of Darkness and into the realm of light. At the mention of it his beloved and refused saying it was forbidden. Yet, he had insisted that he was free to travel between the realms and so was giving him permission to do so as well. "If it had not been for me, he would still be in his rightful place…"

Kiku patted him on the back. "Yet, it is he whom blames himself. He once said that he feared your purity of Light and was afraid he would taint you with Darkness." He was amazed as well by the gleaming look in the blonde's eyes at the world around him. "I feel that it would be best if you tell him the truth."

"What would you have me do?! Tell him that he is not what he had grown up knowing?! Shall I tell him tales of…" a smile crossed his face. That was it! He would tell him truths of the world and the roles the gods played. That should trigger his memories! He would have his beloved back.

The Prince sighed heavily as he looked to the blonde. Oh how he cared deeply for him. He knew it was forbidden of him to fall in love with his master's promised mate but the true forbidden act was that itself. He was of the Darkness as was his beloved, thus their love was allowed. Rightfully, he should be the promised mate of the celestial being. Yet, he would never go against his master. He owed him so much and it was because of him that the flames of love spread through him. Everything was his fault for it was his treason that ripped the blonde from the sky and their suffering had begun. Though, it was who he was and within his nature to trick others, much as a bright flame that draws in insects to their death.

A/N

Okay I know the whole Kiku transformation sucked but I hope you are all able to guess what Kiku is by now. If not read the various adjectives I use to describe him. I'm actually surprised no one was able to guess who Alfred is, again read the clues I have given to you.

91redroses has a great analysis but not quite there yet! Keep trying you'll get it soon; I take great care in describing them all.

Guest-I am deeply honored by your comment about how I am a great Arthur and can read your mind. So Arigatoo Gozaimasu!