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, than you should not read this.

Chapter 107

Moka was starting to share Tsukune's distaste for Mondays. She had not finished her school work until it was too late to visit anybody with any kind of courtesy. Because of the travel lag, her school work, and a cranky inner voice, Moka had slept poorly, getting almost no rest at all. Getting herself ready in the morning had been a chore. Her inner self had finally quieted down, but it hardly made a difference as Moka stepped out the door that morning. The first thing she saw was Tsukune, with a happy Mizore and an irritated Kurumu hanging off of him. Suppressing a growl, Moka marched forward.

As Moka approached Tsukune she felt for his his energy. It was like a comforting warmth before her, akin to her her own youki, but so very different at the same time. As she came close, Moka could feel Tskune's energy within Mizore as well. Moka had fed of Tsukune's blood and energy enough recently that she could not begrudge Mizore. Moka could also clearly tell that Kurumu was without the scent of Tsukune's youki, which gave the vampire a small measure of satisfaction.

"Tsukune," Moka said as she reached out to him. "I missed you."

"I missed you to, Moka," Tsukune reached for her in turn.

Kurumu and Mizore didn't want to let go of Tsukune's arms, so they were pulled around as he hugged Moka. The Black and White Duet nearly collided with each other as Tsukune and Moka came together. Moka was aware of the other two women, but ignored them for the moment. Tsukune was in front of her, within her arms, warm, alive, and smelling wonderful. Before Moka could say anything, Tsukune kissed her deeply.

'Mmmmmmm,' Inner Moka stirred, her youki rising.

"Good morning," Tsukune said following their kiss. He leaned in closer. "I love you," He said softly into her ear.

"Tsukune," Moka's voice wavered, a mix of her two sides. She bit into Tsukune's neck with her fangs, greedy for the taste of him. "Mmmm." She savored his blood tenderly for a moment.

Tsukune felt Moka's youki rise, but there was no sense of anger of any kind, so he didn't worry. Kurumu and Mizore also felt the change in their friend, and looked with questioning eyes at the silver highlights that suddenly danced in Moka's hair. Moka was unaware of her own condition at the moment. All that was important to her in that instant was Tsukune.

XX xx SS xx

Tsukune was ready for another Monday, and while he wasn't disappointed, his misfortune came from a different direction. While at lunch with his friends, the twins brought him his mail. Surprisingly, in addition to his fan mail and Student Police reports, they had brought his regular mail as well. He had received a letter from his mother, his cousin, and from the human girl Aiko. Tsukune thanked the twins and dismissed them after he reviewed the reports and handed them back.

Tsukune instinctively did not trust mail that arrived on a Monday. His cousin almost never wrote letters, preferring to make her thought and feelings known in person, or at least over the phone. Tsukune decided to start with his Mother's letter first.

Tsukune was wondering if he should worry about his mother's addiction to drama programs. The woman's letter was filled with questions that were taken from a detective show and run through a mom filter to soften them up for a child. The gist of the letter was to ask if Tsukune was alright, if he had gotten into any trouble lately, and when he might be home for a visit. Except for the wording, and the lack of neighborhood gossip, it was like most letters Tsukune received from his mother.

After warming up with his mother's letter, it was time to face his cousin's offering. Kyouko had not bothered to filter her questions, and was very direct, insisting that Tsukune had gotten into some kind of trouble and that he better call or write back to explain himself. Apparently some strange man had been to see Tsukune's parents and asked them a bunch of questions. While Tsukune had not gotten into any trouble recently, the possibility that something from previous years was coming back to haunt him, and his family, gave him the chills.

With a cold feeling in his stomach, Tsukune opened Aiko's letter. The tone of the human girl's letter was friendly at first, but then shifted into a carefully worded warning. Tsukune double checked the dates of the letters. Aiko's letter was nearly a week older than the ones from his family. Someone had been asking questions about him at Aiko's school as well. Tsukune was not comfortable at all with the pattern he was seeing.

Tsukune knew that if something from the past was coming back to haunt him, then more than just his own family may be involved. He shared the letters with his friends. They quickly reached the same conclusion Tsukune did. The next thing he had to do, while potentially unpleasant, was clearly necessary. Tsukune gathered up the letters and headed for the Board Chairman's office.

The Board Chairman received Tsukune and his news with a frown. Tsukune worried that he would somehow made to take care of the situation himself. The Board Chairman listened to what Tsukune had to say and looked over the letters.

"The timing of this is quite unfortunate," The Board Chairman said, handing the letters back to Tsukune. "You've done exceptionally well, boy. Perhaps I have been moving too quickly." He frowned, looking off at something only he could see. "We are committed to moving forward for now. Use caution boy. I will look into this, but I will trust your ability to protect your friends."

"Thank you," Tsukune said politely. He left the Board Chairman's office without feeling much confidence.

Xx XX xX

Ruby felt relieved to return to the school. Not only was she happy to be back where Tsukune was, but she was done with the Board Chairman's mission. Ruby had been playing message runner, delivering sealed envelopes around different parts of Japan. The contained carefully altered records and specialized memory alteration spells. Ruby had done such missions in the past. It was a part of how the school was able to exist without the wrong people finding out about it. Ruby didn't know for sure what she was carried, only that the Board Chairman gave her a stack of envelopes and told her to deliver them as addressed. In the past Ruby had never had to deliver more than one at a time. This time she had been responsible for five at once.

Ruby's first stop once she was back at school was the Board Chairman's office. She reported her success before going home to refresh herself. The Board Chairman accepted her report with a distracted grunt while hold a telephone receiver to his ear. When she left the office, she had to fight the urge to peek in on Tsukune. She would see him after school, and Ruby knew he wouldn't want his class disrupted. When Ruby returned to the house she knew Tsukune had not spent the weekend alone. Ruby had no objections, as long as her master was happy. She simply tended to her own needs and made sure that the house was in order so that she would be ready to serve Tsukune.

XXX XX XXX

Lieutenant Tanaka felt like he was running in circles. Every time he thought he had run out of leads, something came up again. It was as if someone was rewriting Aono Tsukune's life. Security cameras in a seaside town had caught images of Aono Tsukune, and some of his companions. The images were a year old, and had only come up because someone else was investigating reports of gang violence in the same area. Lieutenant Tanaka could not help but wonder if the subject of his own investigation was somehow involved with the raid on a 'Talent Promotion' company that had touched off several yakuza conflicts in the area.

The trip to the seaside town had been frustrating, and ultimately unproductive. While there were enough images from security cameras to prove Aono Tsukune had been there, it meant nothing. It was a seaside town and it had been during Summer break. Lieutenant Tanaka had been returning to home when he received a call from his daughter's school. Aono Tsukune had written to a student there again. The school had let the letter be delivered, but had made sure to notify Lieutenant Tanaka. He was almost growling as he started the long drive back to his daughter's school.

XX XX XX

Tsukune sometimes wondered how he managed to get through the weeks of school. His school work and extracurricular responsibilities weighed down on his shoulders and devoured his time and energy. He would have suspected his teachers of going easy on him, because his grades were keeping in the top ten percent of his classes, except that when he studied with Moka and Yukari he was able to keep up reasonably well. As tired or stress as Tsukune felt, he knew he had to keep at it, because what he was doing wasn't just about himself.

Tsukune knew that his friends were sharing his stress with him. Moka, Kurumu, Mizore, and Ruby were all sharing the pressure with him. Ruby worked hard to keep his house in order. Mizore offered him support by simply being close to him, ready to listen to him when he felt a need to talk. Kurumu always had a snack ready to refresh him, to help him keep going. Moka, who worked so hard to keep her own grades up, who had offered to quit school to be with Tsukune and follow him out into the human world that had hurt her, would show Tsukune that special smile of hers that said that she was happy to see him. That smile that made Tsukune feel special. It was for Moka, and the others, that Tsukune as determined to work as hard as he could, to do the best that he could.

All week long, whenever Moka had the chance she was touching Tsukune. Tsukune thought that if Moka could have sat beside him in class and just held his hand, she would have. The current seating chart put her too far away for that, but she did cross the room during almost every break just to touch him, and to share her special smile with him. When not in class, Moka had taken to nibbling at Tsukune. Rather than protesting when Mizore and Kurumu clung to Tsukune, Moka simply moved in close and found a place to kiss him. If the kisses lingered for more than a hew heartbeats, Tsukune got bitten. Most of the times it was just a little pinch with her teeth, but often enough Moka would break his skin, gaining her a few drops of his blood.

When it was finally Friday afternoon, Tsukune thought his arms would fall off. Equipment inventory for the Festival Committee meant a lot of heavy lifting. All week long the playful tug-o-war between his friends had continued, to the point that some of his shirts had to be mended. Police training had enough physical exercise to keep Tsukune's heart pumping. And of course, holding books and writing all week long took some toll as well. Tsukune was looking forward to relaxing for a while before attaching his weekend assignments, as he walked back to the village with his friends.

"Hmmm," Moka said thoughtfully. "Tsukune, are you going to be busy again this weekend with training?"

"Yes," Tskune nodded. "Tomorrow I have to be at the koban early. I'm told something important needs to get taken care of. It will probably be a very long day." Tsukune gave a sigh.

"I understand," Moka gave him a sympathetic look. She then turned towards Mizore.

"Mizore," Moka addressed the snow maiden. "Do you have the time to help Tsukune with his school work this evening? I know he likes to get it out of the way before a long weekend, but I want someone to make sure he doesn't stay up to late."

"What?" Yukari stumbled totally blindsided by Moka's words.

"Hey?" Kurumu questioned.

Tsukune thought he understood what Moka was doing. She wanted to make sure Tsukune wasn't over-doing things, and Mizore had already reached an understanding with her. He couldn't object to her reasoning as he saw it. Besides, he liked the idea of a quiet evening with Mizore.

"Yes," Mizore agreed with a smile. "I will take care of Tsukune tonight."

"Thank you," Moka nodded.

"Kurumu," Moka said to her. "I am sure Tsukune will want a hot bath tomorrow evening, and won't be in much of a mind to study."

"What are you trying to say?" Kurumu puffed up a little. She may not be getting grades as good as Moka's, or even Mizore's, but little digs that implied that she would affect Tsukune's studying were not needed.

"I am sure we will all get together Sunday to study," Moka said, looking Kurumu in the eye. "After that, I want my time with Tsukune, alone."

"Alright," Kurumu gave Moka a defiant smile. "I'll spend Saturday night with Tsukune."

"I am sure you will be able to help him relax," Moka said. "Just don't push him to exert himself after he's spent all day working hard."

Tsukune tried not to make a sour face. While he understood that compromises had to be made, he didn't like it when his schedule was made up for him. Even though he had not been asked what his preference would have been, Tsukune was content to let it go for now. He would get to have some private time with the people that mattered most to him, and that was a good thing in his mind.

"Moka," Yukari, looking red faced, pulled at the vampire's arm. "Can I talk to you for a moment?"

"Yes," Moka Nodded. "Just a moment." She stepped in front of Tsukune and grabbed his tie. She used it to pull him into a kiss.

"I love you, Tsukune," Moka said after their kiss. "I'll talk to you soon." Moka stepped away from him and gave Yukari a nod. "Alright."

Moka and Yukari waked off a little from the others and slowed down. They soon had privacy as Mizore, Kurumu, and Tsukune continued to the village. Yukari took a look around before speaking her mind.

"Moka," Yukari said. "What are you doing? Don't you care what happens to Tsukune? Mizore and the boob monster are your rivals. You can't just give them opportunities to be alone with him. What if they try something?"

"What if they do?" Moka questioned. "It's not going to change anything."

"But...But..." Yukari tried to argue.

"Yukari, what do you thing is going to happen?" Moka asked.

"They're going to try to seduce Tsukune," Yukari protested. "They want to take him away from you."

"Do you remember last term," Moka said to the little witch. "That one day when Tsukune didn't talk to Kurumu. He didn't say anything to her. He acted like she did not even exist. Remember that day?"

"Yeah," Yukari smirked. "I though she had finally pushed him too much and he was rejecting her at last."

"No," Moka explained. "Tsukune did not talk to Kurumu because I told him not to."

"What?" Yukari did a double take.

"I told Tsukune that if he wanted to be with me," Moka continued. "That he could never talk to Kurumu again. I made him ignore her. Tsukune did what I said, even though he didn't want to, even though he knew it would hurt Kurumu's feelings. Tsukune chose me. He told me before that he would give up everything and everyone for me, and I made him prove it. I took it back. I saw how much I was hurting him and apologized to him, but ever since then, I have known that Tsukune will always love me."

"I don't understand," Yukari said.

"I know that I can trust Tsukune," Moka said. "So there is no reason to make Mizore and Kurumu stay away from him. They are his friends, and I know that he cares about them. Because I love Tsukune, and I know that I can trust him, I need to let him have time with his friends."

"But..." Yukari couldn't find the words to express her confusion and frustrations. She wasn't being allowed to share Tsukune with Moka, but for some reason he was being shared with Kurumu and Mizore. It didn't make sense.

"Besides," Moka said with a cruel smile. "Tonight Tsukune will be focused on studying and getting to bed as early as he can because tomorrow he will be working hard. Tomorrow night Tsukune will be tired and just want to relax. Sunday, Tsukune will sleep in a little before working on his assignments, so that by the time we finish eating dinner, he will have gotten some rest and his evening will be free. When Tsukune will not have anything to distract him, I will be there to enjoy his company, and we will spend our time being close."

Yukari didn't understand the casual way Moka was letting the others get close to Tsukune, but she could tell that her friend had a plan. Moka's face had the kind of dreamy expression that made the little witch think that maybe Tsukune an Moka were closer to being lovers than previously believed. Seeing the beautiful vampire with such a hungry look on her face made Yukari feel nervous. It was a little creepy.

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For Tsukune it was a good, but strange weekend. Mizore didn't hesitate in the slightest to sit down beside him with her books to study. Tsukune could tell that Mizore was happy to be with him. Not only did she sit close enough to rub up against him, but she had a smile on her face and she kept stealing glances in his direction. Impulsively, when Tsukune had finished his math, but before opening his history text, he leaned over and game Mizore a kiss on the cheek. As a result, Mizore smiled and leaned against Tsukune while her face had a rosy blush.

Tsukune enjoyed his time with Mizore. They spent their evening together quietly as a couple. Small kisses and touches were exchanged that made them both smile. When it was time to go to bed, Mizore cuddled up close to Tsukune for a few more kisses before falling asleep together. In the morning Mizore was only wearing one of Tsukune's undershirts as she saw him off.

Tsukune arrived at the koban ready for a serious day of training. He was surprised to be told that he wouldn't be training. Instead, Tsukune was told to have a seat and was handed a stack of papers. The papers were touched by arcane energy, and made Tsukune's eyes ache if he looked at them for too long. He had to concentrate on them in sections as he filled out forms and answered questionnaires. He had a hard time believing how hard it was to do the strange paperwork. After many hours he had a headache and his writing hand was tired, on the edge of cramping up. Tsukune worked his way through the paperwork one form at a time. As he finished each one, he passed it to one of his trainers while another placed the next one in front of him.

"Congratulations Captain," One of the trainers said as he accepted the last form.

"Huh?" Tsukune blinked.

"You're done, Captain," The man held up the piece of paperwork that Tsukune had just finished.

Tsukune concentrated to see clearly through his aching head and burning eyes. The form was a watch schedule for the town police. He recognized the names of the students he had recruited, along with his own. He looked up at the man holding the form.

"It's been good working with you," The man said.

"This is for you," Another man that had helped train Tsukune said, holding out a box.

"Thank you," Tsukune said, accepting the box.

Tsukune opened the box and found himself gawking at the contents. In the box was a collection of items that were neatly organized under an open identification holder. The leather holder had an identification card, with Tsukune's picture. It was an identification of a police officer of the rank of captain. Tsukune set the box on the table and lifted out the identification card to examine in. It looked real, and all of the information was accurate. It seemed ridiculous to Tsukune that he somehow held the rank of a police captain when he was only eighteen years old. A part of him wanted to go out into the human world and test his new ID, but mostly he was just surprised. Also in the box was a red shoulder braid with tassels, a pair of white gloves, and a neatly folded police uniform.

Each of his trainers congratulated Tsukune. His training was finished and he was now the captain of the town police. One of his trainers was going to stay on as the superintendent of the town police, and would live in the koban full time, but most of the daily operations for the small police force would fall to to Tsukune. As a reward, Tsukune was turned lose early. He would have the week off from town police duties, and then he would be responsible for helping train up the recruits.

Tsukune was still a little dazzled by everything as he walked back to the village. He would be working part time as a police officer, earning a captain's pay, while still in school. His future was a little closer. His plans for the future were a little more real. He couldn't help but smile. He now had a rank that existed beyond the boundary of the school's barrier, even if he had some doubts lingering in his mind. Tsukune had more authority, more status, to prove that he was a good match for Moka.

"Ruby," Tsukune called out as he opened his front door. "I'm back."

"Master," Ruby answered. "Welcome home."

"Tsukune," Kurumu pounced on him.

"Ku?" Tsukune did a double take. "What?"

"Today is my turn to be with you," Kurumu said. "So I came over to cook supper for us." She threw a frown at Ruby. "But Ruby was being stubborn."

"Tsukune never told me you would be cooking for him tonight," Ruby argued. "It is my duty to take care of my master."

"Well I'm his girlfriend," Kurumu countered. "It's only natural that I should cook for him. It is a part of practicing for when we get married."

"You're not married yet," Ruby huffed. "And it doesn't mater if you were. I will be serving Tsukune for the rest of my life."

Tsukune watched the exchange for a moment and considered his options. The two women were very passionate about wanting to cook for him, which was flattering. Tsukune knew it was time to step in when they started the name calling.

"...Bitch," Kurumu hissed.

"Cow," Ruby countered.

*Smack* Tsukune's hand connected with Ruby's face.

"What?" Kurumu gasped in surprise.

"Ruby," Tsukune scolded her sharply. "I expected better from you. If you have a problem with any of my friends, you talk to me about it. I have no problem with you standing up for yourself, but I don't want to ever hear you using language like that when talking to my girlfriend."

"I'm sorry master," Ruby bowed low.

"Kurumu," Tsukune turned to her. "I love you, and you are very important to me, but Ruby is my slave. If you have a problem with her, tell me. She is my responsibility and I will decide what to do about it."

"You're right," Kurumu said. "I should have remembered that she was just doing her job."

"Thank you," Tsukune said.

"Master," Ruby said. "May I take your things?" She reached out for Tsukune's police bag and the box he was holding.

"Here," Tsukune handed the things over. "Take care of this. Then make me a snack. I worked through lunch, but I don't want to ruin my appetite for Kurumu's dinner."

"Yes master," Ruby said.

"Tsukune..." Kurumu pounced on Tsukune again.

Tsukune had his hands free this time, so he caught up Kurumu in a hug and held her close. Kurumu was smiling, as visibly happy as she felt. Tsukune had declared her to be his girlfriend to Ruby, and then turned to her and said he loved her. Kurumu was glad that she had powered through her school work and got it out of the way early. She had been hoping to surprise Tsukune with a special dinner, but this was good too.

"Kurumu," Tsukune said after a heated kiss. "As long as you're here, let me show you something." He pulled out his new police identification. "I finished training."

"Congratulations," Kurumu cheered.

"I'm kind of excited," Tsukune said. He headed for his usual seat by the table and drew Kurumu along with him.

"Of course," Kurumu said, happily following Tsukune's lead. "This means you will have more free time, and won't have to work so hard." She snuggled up close beside Tsukune as they sat at the table.

"That's not it," Tsukune said as Kurumu pulled his arm around her shoulders. "It's not just that I have more time to spend with you, but it makes the future I want to build a little closer."

"Hmmm?" Kurumu smiled up at Tsukune and slowly pulled at his shirt.

"After we graduate," Tsukune explained, aware of what Kurumu was doing. "I'll go to college for police sciences somewhere, to help build my credentials, and then I will start my own security and investigation company."

"I like you like this," Kurumu said, watching Tsukune's face. "You're fired up, and you sound so confident." She had slipped her hand under his shirt and could feel the heat of his skin.

"It's easy to sound confident," Tsukune said, smiling towards Kurumu and looking into her eyes. "When you have something you feel confident about."

"Are you feeling confident right now?" Kurumu smiled back.

"About a few things," Tsukune said.

"Oh?" Kurumu questioned. "And what is it you feel confident of?"

"I'm confident that you love me," Tsukune leaned in and kissed her. "And I am confident that I love you." He kissed her again.

Kurumu just wanted to melt into Tsukune's embrace. His kisses made her warm all the way through. As she enjoyed his attention she couldn't help but want to fold him tight. While one had clutched at the back of his shirt, the other, under his shirt, curled int a claw that dug into his chest. Kurumu lost track of the world around her, focusing on the joy of having Tsukune all to herself.

Tsukune was enjoying Kurumu's passion, but he knew he had to restrain himself. He broke off their kissing, finding himself almost as out of breath as she was. They were still holding on to each other when Ruby produced the snack Tsukune had ordered.

"Since I have some extra time," Tsukune said between bites. "I am going to spend it doing my school work."

"Tsukuneeeee," Kurumu pouted.

"The more I get done now," Tsukune argued. "The less I will have to worry about later. Besides, you said you wanted to cook dinner for me. School work will give me something to do so I will stay out of your way."

Kurumu made a sour face. Tsukune's logic was sound. As much as she wanted him to pay attention to her, he was too practical to ignore his school work. It was also true that she wanted to cook for him, and the fact that he had not forgotten that fact made her happy. Tsukune had said he was using his school work to keep him out of her way, Kurumu reflected. That meant, as she understood it, that he didn't want to bother her because he wanted to eat her cooking. It also meant that if he wasn't busy he would bother her, because Tsukune wanted to be with her. She wanted to be with him, she wanted to cook for him, he wanted her to cook for him, and he wanted to be with her, and through it all was Tsukune's consideration for her. Kurumu was so happy it made her dizzy, but conflicted at the same time.

Ruby wasn't sure what she should do. Kurumu was taking over the kitchen, Tsukune was home, but was settling in to study at the table. She was about to excuse herself to her room and find something to occupy herself when Tsukune called for her.

"Ruby," Tsukune called. "Come here."

"Yes master," Ruby obeyed the summons.

"Here," Tsukune patted a space on the floor beside himself. "I want you to stay out of Kurumu's way for a while."

"I was just going..." Ruby tried to explain.

"Sit. Here," Tsukune said firmly, pointing to the spot beside him.

Ruby did as she was told, feeling a little hurt that Tsukune didn't trust her. But then again, after the name calling, Tsukune might have a reason to be a little suspicious of her. Remembering the way Tsukune had been swift to punish her and put her in place made Ruby flush as she settled into her place beside Tsukune. She was immediately rewarded by Tsukune reaching out his hand and caressing her head. He shifted his position a little, then with a firm hand, Tsukune pulled Ruby's head down until she was laying beside him with her head in his lap.

"Please be a little nicer to Kurumu," Tsukune said in a low voice. "I love her too, and you know that she wishes she could do for me all the things that you do."

"I'll try, Master," Ruby answered in a soft voice.

"Good girl," Tsukune said. He bent low and planted a gentle kiss on her cheek.

XXXX

The dinner that Kurumu served was wonderful, Tsukune decided. She had prepared a meal of thin slices of lean beef that were just a touch spicy, served with steamed vegetables, on a bed of sticky rice. The meal was warming and satisfying, without making Tsukune feel weighed down or over fed.

"Dinner is delicious," Tsukune said as he ate. "Thank you, Kurumu."

"You're welcome, Tsukune," Kurumu blushed. "You know I would cook for you every day if you want me to."

"I know," Tsukune said.

"I'm glad you like the food," Kurumu said. "I just got the recipe last week from a magazine I like."

"Ahhh," Tsukune said.

"I am going to write a piece about it and send it to the editor," Kurumu explained. "Along with some of my work from our school paper. Can I ask you about the food?"

Tsukune nodded to Kurumu. He understood that she was trying to find a way to start her career in the cooking industry. As they finished the meal, Tsukune talked about the flavor and textures of the food. Kurumu asked him questions, and tutored him on the appropriate terminology for talking about food. Tsukune actually ate more than he had thought he would, partially because he kept taking extra bites, at Kurumu's insistence, trying to detect the small details she tried to question him about.

After they finished eating, Tsukune and Kurumu talked about her hopes for the future. Kurumu was still unsure of what her goal was, but she liked the idea of making a name for herself in the cooking industry. She didn't think she would open a business, although Tsukune did think she could do well with a small cafe that specialized in pastries.

"I don't want to be too successful," Kurumu said. "Because then I would never have the time to be with you."

"That would be bad," Tsukune agreed.

XxxX

The rest of the evening passed quickly. Tsukune and Kurumu shared some light conversation, and even made a stab at studying for a while. Ruby cleaned up after dinner and prepared the bath. When she declared it ready, Tsukune announced his eagerness for a good hot soak. Kurumu offered to let Tsukune have the bath first, so that he would have more room to relax. Tsukune asked her if she wanted to bath alone, and Kurumu honestly said she would rather be with him. Her honesty was rewarded and they shared the bath together, after taking the time to wash each others backs.

After the bath, Kurumu dressed for bed. She put on only an over-sized pajama shirt that had sleeves longer than her arms, and tails that covered to almost her knees. She had a goal in mind as she slipped into Tsukune's bed. Once the lights were out and Tsukune was under the covers, she cuddled up close to him.

"Tsukune," Kurumu purred. "Do you love me?"

"Yes," Tsukune said as he embraced her. "I love you very much."

"I love you to, Tsukune," She said. "And you know I would do anything for you. But tonight, I was hoping I could be a little selfish and ask you for something."

"And what is that?" Tsukune asked.

"Even though I love you," Kurumu said as she moved her hand down Tsukune's body. "I am still a succubus. I have some special needs. I know you don't like it when I am too forward, but I want something from you tonight." Her hand moved below his waste and found his semi rigid flesh."

"Kurumu," Tsukune said in a low tone, close to a growl.

"Don't worry," Kurumu purred as she stared to move herself lower in the bed. "I'll make sure you feel good too."

"You don't have to do this," Tsukune said, but made no attempt to restrain her.

"But I want to," Kurumu insisted. She slipped her fingers under the waistband of his boxers and pushed them down. She moved her body to trap Tsukune's legs under her as she neared her goal. "I want to do things for you. I want to make you feel good, Tsukune. But this is also for me. This is how a succubus feeds herself. If I do this with you, I can share in your energy." Kurumu had Tsukune's boxers down to his knees and carefully took hold of his heated flesh. "I'm not asking for much." She planted a little kiss on Tsukune's flesh.

"Kurumu..." Tsukune sighed.

Kurumu felt Tsukune relax and knew she had won her argument. With a mix of excitement and greed, she opened her mouth and lowered her head. Kurumu remembered every detail of the last time she had been with Tsukune, and sought to add to her familiarity of Tsukune. During her last trip home, she had borrowed a video from the collection her mother used to help entertain some of the more important but less pleasing men she had to deal with. Kurumu had found the video informative, and tried to apply the information to treatment of Tsukune's flesh. As serious as she was about wanting to please Tsukune, when he reached out and caressed her head, it made her feel happy. His touch was warm and gentle.

Refusing to be distracted, Kurumu applied herself to her task. She knew she was being greedy. Her selfishness wasn't just about gaining energy from Tsukune. It was also about reassuring herself that she could give Tsukune pleasure, and that the previous time had not just been a fluke. As she felt Tsukune's Lust begin to rise, Kurumu knew she was capable of achieving her goals.

"Oh, Kurumu..." Tsukune's low voice sounded in her ears.

Kurumu heard Tsukune's voice and knew he was close to his limit. She applied herself and was ready when she felt his flesh throb and swell. With excitement and greedy hunger, Kurumu took in from Tsukune all that he released in his rush of pleasure. His Lust charged energy was like a blast of fire. Kurumu accepted it all, gulping it down and making it a part of her, reveling in the feel of taking in even a sliver of what made Tsukune who he was. Her own body trembled with pleasure and excitement. She had achieved her goal and shared in the moment of pleasure she had given to Tsukune.

"Kurumu," Tsukune spoke her name gently.

He drew her back up into his embrace. Kurumu felt warm and excited and alive. She let Tsukune's hands guide her until she was laying beside him. His strong arms pulled her close and she could feel the beating of his heart.

"I love you," Tsukune said, giving Kurumu a thrill. "I want you to know that I will always love you."

"Tsukune," Kurumu couldn't help but smile. "I love you too. I love you now and forever."

"I hope you won't be mad at me," Tsukune said, letting his hand wander over Kurumu's body. "But I am feeling a little selfish tonight."

"I don't mind," Kurumu said, enjoying the feel of Tsukune's hand on her body.

Tsukune's hand moved over Kurumu's body, touching and exploring as it went. It slid down along her side, past the curve of her hips, until his warm hand came in contact with her bare thigh. Kurumu felt his hand reverse direction and start to slide up her thigh to her round bottom, bunching up the hem of her pajama top. She was distracted by Tsukune's kiss as his hand slipped under her night shirt, but felt his hand as it slid up her body. Kurumu was aware when Tsukune's hand moved in small circles on her bottom and hip, up to her waist. She blushed because she knew Tsukune had just discovered that she wasn't wearing any panties. Kurumu felt a moment of embarrassment, almost afraid of what Tsukune might think of her for not wearing underwear.

"Tsukune..." Kurumu's words were cut off as Tsukune kissed her again.

"Kurumu," Tsukune spoke her name. His hand slipped up higher under her pajama top and cupped her breast.

Kurumu gasped, her eyes going wide. Tsukune was being more forward, more aggressive than she had expected. Her skin felt electrified under Tsukune's hand. His fingers caressed the curve of her breast and his thumb brushed over her erect nipple, sending a jolt through her.

"Tsukune," Kurumu sighed as he kneaded her breast.

"Kurumu," Tsukune breathed. He kissed her again as he gave her nipple a careful pinch.

Kurumu didn't know what to think, or what to expect. Tsukune was being so assertive, and it was wonderful. The shy boy she had first fallen for was nowhere to be seen as Tsukune pulled her close and rolled her onto her back, moving with her. She became aware of the weight of Tsukune's body over hers. He had one leg between hers, and while his weight was mostly on his elbows as he bent his head down to kiss her again, his chest still pressed against hers. She couldn't help herself and ground her hips against his thigh. The heat of his bare skin against her inner thighs was a new sensation. When he shifted his weight to bring his legs together, Kurumu parted her legs to make room for him. Her breath caught in her throat as realization blossomed. Kurumu felt a wave of nervousness, possibly of fear rush through her. Tsukune's body was over hers in a dominant position, with his hips between her legs. Kurumu felt fingers of panic starting to clutch her heart.

"Kurumu," Tsukune said calmly. He could feel her nervousness growing. Bending his head low he whispered into her ear. "I love you."

The sound of Tsukune's voice was like a caress. His whispered words of love eased her heart. When he spoke her name, Kurumu's entire body and soul vibrated. All doubt evaporated. It was Tsukune that she was with. It was Tsukune that she had loved for the past two years and more. It was Tsukune who she wanted to giver all of herself to. It was Tsukune who was ready to share himself with her.

"Tsukune," Kurumu cried out as she embraced him tightly, feeling happy tears in her eyes.

Kurumu would later write down every detail she could recall of her first time. She couldn't imagine a better lover than Tsukune to share her first time with. He had been so gentle and caring as their bodies came together, joining as one. He had been attentive to her comfort as well as to her pleasure.

"Oh, Tsukune," Kurumu had called out to him.

She had moaned his name, and purred it seductively. He had made her growl and even shout, as he moved his body on top of hers. She embraced Tsukune's body with her arms and legs. She had embraced his flesh with her own. Kurumu almost instantly lost awareness to a wave of pleasure that crashed over her, and that was just the first. Tsukune drew out her pleasure over and over again. Somewhere along the way he had stopped being gentle. Their bodies moved together passionately. Kurumu clawed at Tsukune in her passion. He nibbled and bit at her neck, shoulder, and breasts.

Kurumu was only aware of herself and Tsukune. She was aware of her body and the pleasure that was running through it. She was aware of Tsukune, and of his body where it was in contact with hers. In the moment when Tsukune reached his limit, Kurumu was consumed by sensations.

Kurumu would later remember with a clarity that amazed her just how much she had been aware of leading up to that one moment. She had been aware of Tsukune. She had felt his flesh swelling as his Lust surrounded her like a forest fire. In that one moment when Tsukune reached his peak, when he released himself with Kurumu, she had experienced everything. Hot passion, wild desire, and shining love rushed through her, bringing with it an understanding. What she was feeling was Tsukune's feelings for her. She could feel his physical pleasure along with her own, which almost shattered her mind. Her love for Tsukune was reflected back, and greater than she could have ever expected. In that moment, Kurumu understood not only did Tsukune lover her, but just how deep and powerful that love for her was.

Kurumu never wanted to be separated from Tsukune again. As they lay together, sharing the the heat of their bodies still embracing, Kurumu marveled at the connection they shared. Tsukune carried a piece of her soul, and in that moment of time, Kurumu could feel Tsukune's soul as well. All of their feelings, hopes, and fears were shared between them. Kurumu felt Tsukune's feelings for her; love, respect, and countless undefinable feelings that were like spinning leaves in a wind. She could also feel Tsukune's feelings for his family, the Youkai Academy, Moka, Mizore, Ruby, and everybody else in his life. As Kurumu drifted off to sleep in Tsukune's arms she was smiling. She may have to share him, but Kurumu knew without a doubt that Tsukune loved her, and that was something very special.