Disclaimer: I do not own any part of Rosario Vampire. I am merely twisting the creator's vision into my own dream. If the supernatural, sexuality, or violence is offensive to you, then you should not read this.
Chapter 75
Tsukune welcomed the arrival of May. April had been exhausting, but in the end, Tsukune admitted to himself, very productive. While recruiting for the Student Police had not gone as well as he would have liked, he had finally managed to smooth out the schedule problems. The Student Police now had a stable chain of command in place. Akira was Tsukune's official Deputy-Captain. Sheezu was First Lieutenant in charge of office operations. Inari was First Lieutenant over the dormitory office. She had a Second Lieutenant under her. Four Second Lieutenants were the designated Watch Commanders for the main headquarters office, two for days and two for nights. Tsukune and Akria would fill in shifts as needed and otherwise be available to help out. Tsukune had found some of his new Student Police while putting together the Dance Committee.
Building a Dance committee from scratch had taken more work then just getting some students together to come up with ideas. Tsukune needed resources that he could count on. He had gained support from the Drama Club who had experience putting together stage sets and costumes to help with planing and making decorations for dances. The Photography Club would have members at the dances to take pictures, both for the school paper and for the students to buy for their albums and scrap books. Tsukune had asked the Cooking Club to help with refreshments. He had even found a solo vocalist and two student bands to help provide music.
The Dance committee was mostly second year students. Tsukune was the committee chairman. Under him, he had four girls and three boys. As Tsukune organized the Dance Committee, he had tried to impress upon the members he recruited that he would be depending on them to do most of the work. He wanted the underclassmen to be able to keep the committee running after he graduated. As a final step in getting the Dance Committee organized, Tsukune had made a report of his actions to the Student Council, and at their request, to the Board Chairman.
The Board Chairman had accepted Tsukune's report with a casual, if creepy, smile. He wished Tsukune well, and told him that he would leave it up to the students to manage the dances as long as they did not cause any trouble for the school. Just before Tsukune could escape the Board Chairman's office, the man presented Tsukune with a folded letter and a small laminated card.
"You will be needing these, boy," The Board Chairman said with a chuckle. "I know you will give the school your best efforts."
The Board Chairman had given Tsukune a Work Permit and an off-campus pass. Tsukune was in the outer office as he examined what he had been handed. Tsukune now had official permission to leave school grounds, or the whole area under the barrier if he wished, to go and work to earn money. With the pass, Tsukune could even take trips home just because he wanted to. Tsukune thought about the amount of freedom he had, and was fearful of why the Board Chairman would be willing to offer it.
The creation of the Dance committee was formally announced in the May edition of the school newspaper. The Newspaper Club had their usual table set up at the school gates. The normally cheerful club members were together, and all looked equally tired.
Moka had decided that she would prevent Kurumu from finding any more opportunities to be undressing in front of Tsukune, so she had been diligently staying up with Tsukune to help him study. This frequently made studying take longer because they found each other distracting. Kurumu, blocked by Moka's actions, had taken it upon herself to bring snacks to Tsukune when he was on duty with the Student Police, and then hang out with him to try to help him study. Tsukune usually ended up helping her with their assignments more then the other way around. Mizore and Yukari had taken to using their own special skills to watch over Tsukune (Stalking him) just to make sure they would be able to help him should the need arise. As tired as they were, Kurumu and Moka still had the energy to share sharp looks back and forth behind Tsukune.
Tsukune didn't want to jinx himself by saying anything, but he was hoping things would settle down for a while. He wanted things to get back to normal with Moka soon. As nice as it was staying up late to study with her, Tsukune wanted to spend time with her as boyfriend and girlfriend, not as tutor and student. Even spending time with Kurumu that didn't involve school work would be nice, as long as she wasn't be overly forward. Tsukune stole a glance at his friends, and saw their tired faces. Yes, Tsukune decided, his friends needed things to get back to normal as well.
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It was Friday at last and the day had finally ended. Tsukune and Moka had attended a student council meeting, hopefully the only one for the month of May because there was very little going on, and were finally free to relax a little. Moka knew that Tsukune was not scheduled for anything with the Student Police or any committees, so he would be able to get some much needed rest. The gang had a study date for Sunday morning, but Moka was thinking about stealing Tsukune away for some private time Saturday.
"Moka," Tsukune said, breaking the silence as they walked out the school gate.
"Yes?" Moka looked into Tsukune's face.
"I know things have not been going well for us," Tsukune said, slowing to a stop and turning to face her fully. He reached out for her hands. "I'm sorry I have been so busy lately. If you have time tonight, if you will let me, I would like to make it up to you."
"Tsukune..." Moka was at a loss for words. "Yes. Yes, I'm free tonight."
Moka saw Tsukune visibly relax at her words. She realized that he had been worried that she would turn him down. Moka had been thinking about how much she had missed being with Tsukune. It hadn't really been on her mind that Tsukune had missed being with her. That thought took a moment to work its way through. Tsukune had actually been worried about what Moka was thinking and feeling towards him because he had been so busy. Tsukune had been thinking about her feelings while he had been running himself into the ground. Moka realized that she was blushing with embarrassment.
Moka had been worried about Tsukune. She had been worried that he wasn't getting enough rest or eating right, because she cared about him. But she had not thought much about his feelings. Moka realized that she had been a little shallow in her thinking. Moka had been aware of how much she missed being with Tsukune, but she now had to wonder how much she had been, or had not been, considering his feelings.
Moka walked beside Tsukune back to the village, her mind running in circles. Tsukune had been worried about her. Tsukune loved her enough to worry about her feelings. She had missed spending time with Tsukune because it was something she wanted, something she enjoyed. Tsukune wanted to spend time with her, because he wanted her to be happy. Tsukune cared about her. He cared about her feelings.
Moka felt her heart swelling with love and desire for Tsukune. As they continued towards the village, she gently took his arm into her embrace. Moka considered her options as the village grew closer. She could stay with Tsukune and go with him to his house, or she could ask for his patience and go to her house first and change from her uniform.
"Tsukune?" Moka drew his attention as they reached the end of the village street.
"Yes Moka?" Tsukune replied.
"My I meet you at your house in about thirty minutes?" Moka asked.
"Yes," Tsukune agreed. "I'll walk you to your door."
"Thank you," Moka blushed, enjoying Tsukune gentlemanly behavior.
Moka parted company with Tsukune at her front door. While he went home alone, Moka hurried to her room. She spared a moment to concentrate and focus her thoughts inward.
'Ura-chan,' Moka mentally called out. 'Ura-chan!' Moka felt frustrated when no answer came. She grabbed her rosario in both hands and tried again. 'Ura-chan It's about Tsukune.'
'Tsukune…' A sense of warm emotions and lazy awareness stirred within Moka.
'Yes, Tsukune.'
'What about Tsukune?' Moka's inner self questioned, growing more alert. 'What's wrong?'
'Nothing is wrong,' Moka sent the thought at her inner self. 'I have a date with Tsukune tonight.'
'How very nice for you,' Inner Moka's thoughts were surly, and maybe a little bitter.
'Ura-chan..' Moka argued with herself as she started to gather things together for her date. She tried to share as much as she could with her inner self about what had been happening in the past weeks as she removed her school uniform. The two Mokas managed to work together, after a fashion, to get ready for their date with Tsukune.
'Remember who you are,' Inner Moka cautioned.
'I know exactly who I am,' Moka retorted. She was wearing a light dress that went down past her knees and had applied a light touch of makeup and perfume. Opting for subtlety, Moka started putting things into carry-bag.
'The last time you were alone with Tsukune, you were careless,' Inner Moka scolded. 'We must be mindful of what we represent. You cannot just throw your common sense aside just because Tsukune is in front of you.'
'Are you talking to me, or yourself?' Moka asked with a sniff. 'I remember finding myself alone in the woods with Tsukune after you had already thrown discretion to the wind.'
'That was different. Tsukune…'
'Tsukune was in front of you, full of power, his blood singing though his veins,'Moka remembered. 'I have shared your dreams. I was there when you were finished with him.'
'You…'
'You need to be more honest with yourself,' Moka finished packing her bag. She had a date with Tsukune and didn't want to keep him waiting.
'Why are you bringing all of that?' Inner Moka questioned. 'Answer me!'
Moka, with some difficulty, tuned out her inner self as she left for Tsukune's house. She was going to spend the evening with Tsukune, and in her imagination she could picture it very clearly. Tsukune had probably used his time to change out of his uniform. Ruby will have a meal prepared for them, and after serving it, she will leave them in peace as a good servant should. Moka and Tsukune would then spend some time sitting together, maybe even talk a walk in the quiet night. After that, She and Tsukune would take a bath together. Moka was prepared to do everything with Tsukune, and a part of her truly wanted to. At the same time, she wanted Tsukune to just spend time with her without going all the way. She wanted Tsukune to enjoy being with her, without is always becoming physical.
Moka reached Tsukune's house, and was surprised to see the front door open. Moka approached the front door and saw Tsukune, with his shirt unbuttoned, standing in the front room with Kurumu.
"...What is wrong with that?" Moka heard Kurumu complaining.
"Please," Tsukune said. "I'm not saying I don't want to spend time with you. It is just that I already have plans this evening."
"But Tsukune..."
"Kurumu, please," Moka could hear the pain in Tsukune's voice. "You've told me before that yo and the others have planed things out, sharing my time according to some plan in the past. I am just asking you to accept that I already have plans this evening."
"And who are your plans with?" Kurumu demanded. "Is it Moka?"
"Yes it is," Moka said, entering behind the succubus.
Kurumu about leaped out of her skin in surprise. She did give a noticeable jump and quickly move so that she could watch Tsukune and Moka at the same time. Tsukune could feel the agitation and frustration coming from Kurumu.
"What are you doing here?" Kurumu glared at Moka.
"You heard Tsukune," Moka said in a frosty tone. "Tsukune and I have plans for tonight."
"You..." Kurumu growled at Moka. She looked back at Tsukune. "This isn't fair."
"Kurumu," Tsukune said gently. "Please. I know how you feel, but I already made plans. I made a promise to Moka. Please respect that."
"Do you have any plans for tomorrow?" Kurumu demanded.
"Absolutely none," Tsukune said honestly.
"Then make me a promise," Kurumu said. "Tomorrow, you are going to have a date with me." She looked at Moka. "Just with me."
"Alright," Tsukune agreed. "I'll meet you at your house at three in the afternoon."
"Why so late?" Kurumu questioned, eying him suspiciously.
"I still need time to study," Tsukune said.
"Alright," Kurumu said. "Three o'clock in the afternoon. That is a promise." Kurumu turned to leave. She shot Moka a dark look. "Have a good evening." She left, slamming the door on her way out.
Tsukune sagged visibly and and blew out a heavy sigh. He hated arguing with his friends, and he was afraid things were going to get messy if Kurumu had not agreed to leave. He looked towards Moka and gave her an apologetic smile.
"I'm sorry," Tsukune said. "I... She..." Tsukune took a deep breath and blew it out. He buttoned his shirt and gathered his thoughts. "I'm sorry," Tsukune said with more confidence this time. "Please, come in. I will have Ruby bring refreshments."
Moka understood that Tsukune had been put in a bad position and didn't hold it against him. She set her bag down near the door and accepted Tsukune hospitality. As soon as she was seated at the table, Ruby appeared with tea.
"Dinner will be ready shortly," Ruby said politely.
"Thank you, Ruby," Tsukune said. After the tea was served, and Ruby had gone back to the kitchen, Tsukune spoke to Moka. "Thank you for coming over," Tsukune said. "I've missed being able to spend time with you."
"Thank you for inviting me," Moka said. "I was hoping that we would be able to spend some time together this weekend." She took a sip of her tea. "I missed spending time with you as well."
"Actually," Tsukune said. "I have something I have been wanting to talk to you about."
"What is it?"
"Well," Tsukune selected his words. "It's about the future... My future. And, I hope, our future."
"Tsukune?" Moka questioned. "What is it?"
"Moka, I am having trouble deciding what to do after graduation," Tsukune explained. "I don't no what career to plan for. I know it's my own fault. I never really thought that much about my future before I started High School. I just thought I would get some office job like my father, and some day have a house and family. I still want those things," Tsukune looked Moka in the eye. "I still want a home and family of my own. I want a good job where I can earn a living to provide for my family. But just counting numbers in an office as just another salaryman isn't good enough any more. I need to do much better if I am going to have a future with you."
Moka felt her heart flutter with excitement. She knew that Tsukune loved her, but she never realized how much he thought about her. He was still in High School, but Tsukune was trying to plan for a life with her after college. And he had said that he wanted a future with her. Moka almost wanted to melt with happiness and warm feelings. Tsukune had said that he wanted a family.
"I don't know what I should do," Tsukune sighed. "I need to do something, but it has to be something good enough that I can stay at your side."
"I..." Moka tried to talk.
"I was hoping that the career counselor last term would be able to help me," Tsukune said. "But all I got to do was meet with the Board Chairman who told me the same old thing. That he expects me to work hard."
"I plan to start my own business," Moka said. "You could work for me..."
"No," Tsukune shook his head. "I could work for you and be your friend. That would let me be near you, but I want to be beside you. I want to be with you."
The emotion in Tsukune's voice touched Moka deeply. She tried to think of what to say to comfort him. A nearly overwhelming urge to throw herself at Tsukune and smother him with kisses welled up within her. She looked at his handsome face and saw the care and worry he felt showing clearly in his eyes.
"I'm sorry, Moka," Tsukune sighed. "I know you don't have an answer for me. It's just that this is something important, and I wanted to share it with you. I wanted you to be able understand if you see me bothered by it."
Moka felt herself on the edge of tears. Tsukune was so open and honest with her. He was so vulnerable right then, trusting her with his heart.
Before Moka could think of anything to say, Ruby quietly served dinner. Moka and Tsukune ate in near silence. Tsukune wondered, not for the first time, how Ruby managed to do all that she did for him. The food was delicious, and Tsukune suspected that Ruby was using one of his mother's recipes.
Moka enjoyed the meal Ruby served. It was satisfying, and she enjoyed the relaxing setting of being with Tsukune. As Ruby started to clear away the dishes, Tsukune excused himself for a moment.
"Ruby," Moka said as the witch dutifukky refreshed her cup of tea. "How do you stand it?"
"Excuse me?" Ruby asked.
"Being this close to Tsukune all the time," Moka clarified. "I know how you feel about him. How do you stay so calm around him, especially when he talks like this?"
"In a way I owe it all to you," Ruby said. "So I will let you know something. Tsukune makes me feel the same way. I just want to throw myself at him and love him every way a woman can."
"How do you stop yourself?" Moka asked.
"Tsukune stops me," Ruby answered. "He refuses my advances the same way he refuses Kurumu's. I admit that I take every advantage of my position that I can, and I always will. But…" Ruby cut herself off because she heard Tsukune returning.
Moka's mind had caught Ruby's last word, and refused to let go of it. She tried to think of what the witch had meant, what she had been about to say. Moka even thought about following Ruby into the kitchen and make her finish what she had been saying. The question burned in Moka's mind "But… What?"
Tsukune sat down close to Moka with a slightly nervous air about him. Moka was keenly aware of his presence as he put his body close to hers. Without waiting for an invitation, Tsukune reached out and embraced her. Moka hugged him back reflexively, enjoying the feel of him in her arms.
"Moka," Tsukune said softly. "I'm sorry that I have been to busy to spend time with you. I know that you have been working hard to help me when you could these last few weeks, and I want to thank you for that."
Tsukune kissed Moka. It was light at first. A quick peck on the lips, followed by another. In moments, Tsukune and Moka were kissing passionately. It took willpower on Tsukune's part to break the kiss and lean back a little.
"Moka," Tsukune said her name.
"Yes Tsukune?" Moka looked into his face lovingly.
"I've missed you." Tsukune moved a hand to cup her cheek. "I know its been hard on you." He leaned forward and kissed her forehead. As he leaned back again, Tsukune looked Moka in the eyes and slid his hand from her cheek to the back of her head. "Thank you for understanding."
Tsukune leaned forward again. This time he kissed her cheek. Moka wondered what Tsukune was doing as she felt is hand in her hair, on the back of her head, pulling her head closer. But then the warm, soft skin at the side of his neck was brushing her lips. In an instant, Moka could feel herself starting to drool as her fangs extended.
Tsukune was controlling her with his hand upon her head even as he surrendered himself to her hunger. Moka gripped Tsukune tightly and bit into his neck greedily. She felt his youki surge even as his hot blood rushed into her mouth. Her body became heated and she felt his body tremble lightly.
"Moka," Tsukune said in low voice, almost growling her name.
In that moment, Moka was ready to throw discretion to the wind. She savored her macabre snack even as she forced Tsukune to the floor. Her hands sought out Tsukune's body, pulling and tearing at his shirt.
"Moka," Tsukune called out her name.
Hearing Tsukune's voice made Moka more excited. When her bite to his neck healed, she reared back, straddling his hips. She looked down at Tsukune, his chest bare under her hands. He was so delicious and exciting. He looked up into her eyes.
"Moka," Tsukune said. "We shuoldn't."
"What?" Moka questioned. "Why not?" She smiled. Her grin was wide, and a little lopsided. "You are my lover, Tsukune. We are lovers." She lowered her face to his. "Or are you going to deny your feelings for me?"
"I love you," Tsukune stated without hesitation. "And I want you to be happy."
"Then make me happy," Moka moved her lips closer to his.
"Would doing this, like this, make you happy?" Tsukune asked. "Here on the floor?"
Moka looked at Tsukune and her reasoning ability started to function again. Tsukune was right. She was letting her raw desire override her thinking. She wanted Tsukune in every way, Moka knew that was true, but she also knew that she did not want her every date with Tsukune to become a surrender to the desires of the flesh. Moka realized that Tsukune was protecting her from her base desires out of love and respect for her.
'Why does he have to be so damn reasonable,' The snarling thought rose up from within Moka.
"Tsukune…" Moka buried her face against his chest. It wasn't fair. The more he did to show he cared about her feelings, about her pride, the more Moka wanted to abandon her pride and throw herself upon him.
"Errr…" Tsukune said carefully, very aware of the fangs and nail so close to his skin, and heart. "Moka, would you like to go for a walk?"
A walk? Moka's mind was boggled. Her she was, ready to surrender all of herself to him, and Tsukune wanted to go for a walk? At last they were alone and in private, his youki heated blood singing to her, her own inner desires screaming for his blood, and he wanted to go for a walk out in public? Moka lifted her head and looked into Tsukune's eyes. She saw that his face was tight with concentration. Understanding slowly grew within her mind.
"Yesss," Moka said, her voice thick with desire and emotions. "I think I would like to go for a walk with you."
Moka climbed to her feet, letting Tsukune up from the floor. Tsukune was brilliant, Moka thought as they took a few moments to compose themselves, and for Tsukune to find a fresh shirt. By taking a walk together in the new-fallen night, it was sending a clear message that they were a couple, something Moka could be proud and confident about, and at the same time she would be able to calm her desires.
Tsukune and Moka stepped out together to walk the village street, hand in hand. Moka felt like she must be glowing. Her face was warm and she couldn't stop smiling. The few students that saw them only gave them a nod before turning to be about their own business. It was a proper and respectful date. Moka looked up at Tsukune's happy face. It was a good night to be alive.
"I wish we could see the stars," Tsukune said, looking up at the waning moon, dark red though the barrier. "The sky just looks so empty at night without stars."
Moka lifted Tsukune's arm and draped it around her shoulders. With a small sigh, she cuddled close to him as they walked. Moka was grateful for Tsukune's restraint. As much as she would have enjoyed sharing herself with him, Moka would have missed out on sharing this quiet, romantic moment. Instead of ignoring the jealous eyes that watched them from the shadows, Moka basked in their envy. Yes, Moka thought to herself, I am happy right where I am.
As Tsukune and Moka ended their walk, she very deliberately made sure they went to Tsukune's house. Moka didn't want to give him the option of being the gentleman and walking her home. Moka may have decided to withhold from abandoning herself to her desires, but she was by no means planning to surrender all of her fun. Tsukune knew that Moka was up to something as she directed them to his house, but didn't know what exactly to expect.
It was a night according to Moka. She knew what she wanted to do, and she intended to do it. Tsukune went along with Moka's plans with a smile, and sometimes a blush. Moka admitted that what she wanted might have been inspired by a little petty jealousy, but she was not going to be one-upped by anybody. She and Tsukune bathed together, and there was less awkwardness then before. Moka noticed that Tsukune, while still showing some embarrassment, was more calm and confident then previously. As they washed and rinsed each other's bodies, Moka and Tsukune shared small kisses and light touches. When they shared the small bath together, it was with a relaxed awareness of each other.
Tsukune decided that it had been the most restless night's sleep he had ever put himself through. Moka had shared the bed with him, kissing and cuddling with him as they said god night to one another. All night long Tsukune had been achingly aware of Moka's Presence. In the morning, Tsukune saw that Moka looked as tired as he felt as they shared breakfast. After Moka left, Tsukune slipped back to bed for a short nap, hoping the rest would help calm his nerves, and his desires.
Moka reached her room and threw herself down on her bed with a sigh. She could still smell Tsukune on her body and in her clothes. She had slept poorly beside Tsukune, aware of his every movement. Moka had intentionally snuggled closer to him to enjoy the feel of his flesh pressed against her. Remembering that made her smile. It was good to know that Tsukune was excited by her, even if he didn't give in to his desires. As she dozed off, Moka realized something, as she thought about how good it felt to spend time with Tsukune, and how good it would feel the next time she shared herself with him. Anticipation may make her ache, but in the end, it was just seasoning, adding to the satisfaction of her hunger when she finally did feast her pleasures with Tsukune again.