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The first song we are using is from the new album. I intend to use Stratego and The Writing on the Wall as well. Things have been a bit hectic for me the last few weeks.
Also, notifications were down on the site, so there is one good chance that this fic, Pillar Winged, and Two Reasons, will be updated simultaneously.
I found out that there is some other posting of this fic on other sites, which is good for me. No guest reviews, so we are just going to continue.
And during this, I passed for my driving exam. For those following me for a while, I screwed that up the first time that I had in the summer. Now, I got it and the amount of relief is nearly immeasurable. I still can't believe it either.
I got a few thanks to give to SetsunaRay, the requester of this fic and VIRUS-GO for his knowledge and expertise on other mattes.
Started on 21/11/2021
Ended on 14/12/2021
The days of future past to wander on the shore
A king without a queen to die forevermore
Openings song. Through the fire and the flames.
0:00 – 0:18
The opening begins as the first image featuring Minato is surrounded by his Sekirei, such as Musubi, Kusano, Matsu, Tsukiumi, Kazehana, and Kagari. Next, Minato, Musubi, and Tsukiumi are shown on the blue background, Kagari and Kazehana are shown on the pink background, and Matsu and Kusano are shown in the yellow Uzume and Chiho on the cyan background.
0:18 – 0:27
(Then, the Title Scene displays the fic's name is shown. Brave New World)
0:27 – 0:38
In the next scene, Minato and his Sekirei harem run towards the edge of Shinto Teito during the sunrise. Minato's four first Sekireis happily express themselves as if they're jumping in joy, Kazehana drinking her sake with Kagari being cool with Minato with them, and Uzume entertains Chiho with her outfit.
On a cold winter morning
In the time before the light
The next scene is when Yukari and Shiina spend time together in the cafe.
In flames of Death's eternal reign
We ride towards the fight
Then, when Seo begins to flirt another woman, Hikari gives him shocking treatment while Hibiki standby by.
When the darkness has fallen down
And the times are tough, alright
Next, Ichika Orimura is shown as he's walking with his backpack in the rain.
The sound of evil laughter falls
Around the world tonight
After that, Ichika reflects on how he was badly treated by Chifuyu and his IS girls, especially Houki.
Fighting hard, fighting on for the steel
Through the wastelands evermore
However, unlike the first version, the second version has a Chifuyu silhouette, while Houki is revealed.
The scattered souls will feel the hell
Bodies wasted on the shores
Couldn't bear it any longer, he began to run and trip.
On the blackest plains in Hell's domain
We watch them as they go
Down into the deep sadness with one tear coming out from his eye, Minato arrives with the umbrella and gives him a hand.
Through the fire and pain and once again we know
So now we fly ever free
We're free before the thunderstorm
Next, in the second version, Minato and Musubi are then seen battling Izumi Higa and No.83. Katsuragi. Although Katsuragi had proven to be cunning, Musubi was able to defeat her.
On towards the wilderness
Our quest carries on
Then Ichika has been chased by his pursuers and run into Minato and his Sekirei harem, who are willing to protect Ichika.
Far beyond the sundown
Far beyond the moonlight
Deep inside our hearts and all our souls
The pursuers who chases Ichika turn out to be none other than his IS harem, and his older sister then appears wanting to capture Ichika. Meaning they plan to make Ichika come back to the IS Academy, even by force. However, in the second version, five IS girls such as Houki Shinonono, Cecilia Alcott, Lingyin Huang, Charlotte Dunois, and Laura Bodewig are revealed, while Chifuyu, Airis Twilight Ruxezemburg, and the Sarashiki sisters are still in silhouette.
So far away we wait for the day
For the lives all so wasted and gone
As we can see, Ichika's evolution, he's changed from a little kid to the middle school age, and then his current age.
We feel the pain of a lifetime lost in a thousand days
Through the fire and the flames we carry on
Rapid events happen during this section.
Then Tabane floats into the atmosphere, and the world is shown. Then Maya in the ISA Academy, hoping that Ichika will be okay. Finally, the song ends with the main characters all together in four-colored hexagon background (dark blue for Minato, Musubi, and Tsukiumi; pink for Kagari and Kazehana; yellow for Kusano and Matsu, and cyan Uzume and Chiho). And that's it.
Ichika woke up, feeling relieved from the entire day. He was happy with how things worked out for him. He laid his head back on the pillows; He was safe. And he was secure. At the Izumo Inn. The place where he felt at home.
He was about to lay back to get a few hours until he heard a gentle knock on the door.
"Ichika, are you awake?" Miya was knocking. It wouldn't be good manners to fall back asleep. He had to get up.
"Yeah, I'm up." The door went open, and in walked Miya with a motherly smile. She opened the curtains, and Ichika smiled back at her.
"Good morning. You slept well?" He stretched out when he felt his body hitting him. He would need to work out more.
"Yeah, I can't complain. I believe that Minato would be showing me around the city today?"
Miya giggled when she heard that line. Minato wouldn't be home soon. It had been too long for the women, and they would have most likely wrung him dry. Noon was a better hour to expect him. Not that it hurt for Ichika.
"I think you'll have to wait before Minato comes home. Either way, Ichika, have you figured out how you are going to pay for rent?"
"Same as Minato. I'll find a job and work around the house." Miya grinned. Ichika had no idea how much work this house was.
"That would be indeed a good idea. I would stay out of the living room for now, though," Ichika raised an eyebrow when she told him that.
"Oh?"
"Yeah, the Sekirei have gotten emails from their mother-in-law, and I don't think that you need to see them working themselves over," Ichika cursed, his hormones setting in. He began to blush when he imagined that.
When the Hannya appeared, Ichika knew that Miya was following his line of thought.
"Oh, is Ichika imagining that scene? I thought you would be better than that." Ichika looked the whole mask over and began thinking about his brother's gone through.
"If you are telling me that, I don't think it's my fault. But fine, I'll stay in here for now. Let me know when things are over," The door was opened, and in walked Kusano. Immediately, she hugged Ichika's leg.
"Morning, Kuu," She didn't reply and remained buried in his legs.
"Don't. Want. To. See." The youngest Sekirei muttered while Ichika lifted her. She hid her face in her tiny hands. She peeked through them.
"You saw something bad?" Ichika asked while he gently ruffled her hair.
"Yeah, Chiho-chan is fine, but the other girls. I hope that I never get boobs that big. They're a pain." Ichika pondered about who she meant with that.
Even Kagari wasn't flat, which could be said about Chiho. But compared to the other girls.
Oh, Ichika didn't need to be reminded of that.
"I think that I'll stay up with Kusano," Ichika informed Miya, who nodded at him.
"Could you call me, Miya, when they are done?" The woman nodded to him, and she went downstairs. She could see the scenes. Why didn't they wait until Minato came back home?
The two shared a look while they stayed upstairs. They could hear moans and curses. Kusano giggled when she heard Tsukiumi talk in her old speech, and Ichika laughed a bit. Meanwhile, the two sat back with a content smile while Ichika slid down on the floor.
The autumn breeze settled in the house, but Ichika could use it. But, unfortunately, he also got something else that came into his head.
"Kuu, could you turn around, please? I need to get changed." The youngest girl looked at him. She was unsure about it, but she understood what Ichika wanted to do. So she turned around while Ichika jumped into his clothes.
The seasons were changing, and they were in for colder weather. He took up a sweater from Minato and jeans that Kagari couldn't fit in. He sat back on the window while the cold began to set in. Yet, he wasn't bothered by it. He sat back while his head was against the wall. He just sat there and smiled while the girls' noises began to calm down.
Kusano had taken his lap as a valuable substitute of Minato's. There was even a soft purr while Ichika barked a laugh. Then he heard a voice singing from the window.
He had been taking advice from Jin again. Not the best music, but Ichika knew something. Not bad. Either.
I won't let you down
When the seasons change
Ichika sang back while he lifted Kusano. From the window, Minato could see the young man. And he sang back.
I won't go down
I'll fight through the pain
"Big brother!" Kusano shouted, and Ichika had to grab her to ensure that the little girl didn't fly down the stairs.
"Easy there, Kuu. We'll see them downstairs." Then he turned to the group. Musubi, Uzume, and Kazehana looked like they had enjoyed a night out. Ichika had to ask Minato if he could find something else to party.
"Before you enter, make sure that they are dressed," Ichika shouted while Minato began to color. Then, finally, it appeared that things set in. When the door rolled open, the Ashikabi went to stand outside.
"You're safe. They're dressed." Ichika raced downstairs while he was still carrying Kusano. Like it was a completely normal activity. Kusano skipped over to Minato as soon as they sat down while Tsukiumi demanded her seat. Neither of the three ladies of that night minded.
Matsu knew that talking right now to Ichika wasn't the best idea. They would need to speak to Minato as well. Uzume met up with Chiho, and after a long and loving kiss, both women sat down next to Ichika.
Miya served breakfast, and she sat down with her husband.
"So what are you young people going to do today? Staying indoors might not be the best for you." Ichika began to think about it. The entire summer he had in the Inn, and now, he was going to live his life here.
Before the girls could say something, he coughed to get everyone's attention.
"Well, Minato. I was just wondering. I don't know the city that well. Can I ask if you give me a tour? I might need it." The girls had lived in the city, fought, and trained in the walls. They could use the time outside—an autumn walk.
"Aren't you worried about that, Ichika? It would give you attention." Takehito asked the Pilot, who had a resigned look on his face.
"I know that, but I have to get out and explore the city. And how else am I going to find a job?" That was indeed true, and the girls could have this day outside.
"Okay, let's pack ourselves warm and make sure that we are settled," Minato announced, but they first had breakfast. After that, they would savor each meal that Miya cooked for them before leaving this place they had called home.
After breakfast, all had switched to either trousers or long dresses to make sure they were warm. Minato had thanked Uzume profoundly with a kiss when she had produced enough warm clothes for them, and Ichika had wrapped his arms around in a thanking hug.
She made him an army winter jacket. Ichika slid in it, and he was happy that it fit him so well. When they were done, the group started to walk around Shinto Teito.
But they weren't even out the door until they heard two familiar voices.
"Minato!"
They all turned around to see Yukari and Shiina standing. They were in for a surprise visit. Not that anyone minded, but it was bad timing at this point.
"Yukari. Shiina." Ichika greeted the two. They were surprised to see that Ichika was still here.
"Ichika, what are you doing here?" Ichika shared a look with Minato, who turned to his Sekirei. Of course, they couldn't just leave without her, but they weren't too happy with their sister-in-law around.
"That's a long story, Yukari." Ichika looked at the other girls.
"Can we take her along? I'll explain everything on the way." They sighed, but they couldn't get rid of Yukari that easily. And if Ichika could entertain her for most of the day, it would make things a lot more fun. And at least, that would keep her hands away.
Kazehana acted at the forefront for the remaining girls except for Musubi and Kusano.
"She'll be your responsibility." That was meant at both Ichika and her Ashikabi. And she suggested that. Not that they had to worry about Shiina, who was already playing with Kusano.
Neither of them could fault them for that.
They started to walk around the city. Because Miya would either cut them out for breakfast (or in case they needed some food for other reasons), Minato knew half a dozen good restaurants to eat at. Ichika took a few fliers along where he saw they were looking to hire people.
Ichika told Yukari and Shiina of what had happened to him, how he found out that he was used as a plaything. And that his sister wasn't looking after him.
She was appalled by the actions of Chifuyu. To think the woman she once admired would turn into such a horrific person.
"That's terrible," Shiina said as he feel sorry for his lover's childhood friend.
"Indeed. How horrible that all these things happened to you, Ichika!" Yukari shouted while the Reaper Sekirei agreed with her.
"Any big surprise why I moved back here? I don't want to deal with all the crap."
Shiina and Yukari couldn't fault him for packing up and leaving. Ichika told Yukari that he'd be staying at the Inn given that it was going to be vacant soon enough and that he would do the rest of his life at Shinto Teito.
After that chat, it was time to spend on better things. Ichika was now getting told of the stories of the Ashikabi.
Hayato Mikogami and Izumi Higa. They pulled some crap on them but at least, Mikogami seemed to be a bit more mixed compared to Higa, who needed some real kicks to the nuts before he straightened out.
The two Ashikabi were nowhere in the city, though.
"So you're telling me your first real Sekirei fight was when you fought against the South?" Ichika asked while they passed by what was left of the Garden. A testament to Kusano's power.
"Yeah, big brother came chasing with big sister Musubi, and they were woosh and washed and punched and." The help of Kusano was great for Ichika to imagine the fight.
"Mikogami got his issues." Uzume cut in while Musubi kept Yukari entertained.
"But compared to Higa." Her fist trembled as she felt the soft hand of Chiho touching hers. The honey blonde calmed him down.
"Complete piece of excrement." The cold tone of Kazehana began.
"A vile monkey the likes of which we have never seen." Tsukiumi continued.
"Real piece of work. Intelligent, yeah, but sociopathic to say the least." Matsu was next.
"He was lucky that he got out with his life," Homura told Ichika.
"I don't like him at all," Kusano said.
"No sense of a good fight." Musubi backed the rest up.
"Good thing that the Sekirei plan was over," Uzume announced.
Ichika turned to Minato and crossed his arms.
"You want to tell me that story or not?" Before Minato could answer that, they heard the sound of a vehicle scorching down to a halt.
"Sahashi? Is that you? And is that Ichika Orimura I see?" Minato turned his head to see Sanada Nishi. The motorcycle was driven with his three cuties on.
Ichika and Minato lit up when they saw the face of Sanada.
"Sanada? Hey, what's up?" Ichika ran to the cycle while quickly the Sekirei began to interact with each other.
Nishi gave him a high five while Minato joined the two.
"I thought you went back to the ISA. Not fun?"
Sharing a look with Minato, the Ashikabi nodded.
"Yeah, I know of a brother here about your Sekirei. Let me tell you that the girls that I deal with are worse. Speaking of them, where are they?" Sanada grinned while his eyes zoned onto Minato.
"Your brother gave me a great tip. I fucked them so silly that they can't walk anymore." Both Ichika and Minato blushed but for different reasons.
Ichika was still a schoolboy and Minato because he wasn't open about it while he did what he did.
"That is something I didn't need t know," Ichika answered while Sanada barked a laugh.
"I love them despite how they are. So why are you back here? Didn't school start again?" Ichika looked back while Minato shook his head.
"Don't ask."
Sanada Nishi was many things, but inconsiderate wasn't one of them.
"Okay, your call. I'll be seeing guys around. We still got some errands to run. Nice to see you again, Ichika."
"That's mutual, Sanada." Minato and Ichika got a hand hug from him, and he buzzed off.
"Now, I get why you worked with him during that fight." Minato sighed as he sped off.
"He isn't the greatest, but he is good for me. Now, let's continue our tour." Minato showed the different routes that Ichika could take for the school. Some would align with his own house that he had bought.
That way, he and Ichika could take the same route. As it would happen, the school Ichika applied to lay only a couple of kilometers East of Todai. It made Ichika happy that Minato still wanted to look out for him.
They continued their walk through the city, telling Ichika everything about what they saw during the game, places where Minato met his girls, and so on.
Ichika listened to the story. Yukari also helped with the story. While the Sahashi siblings agreed that they should have told each other about it, they weren't aware of their heritage.
They didn't stop at MBI as Takami let her offspring take care of their matters.
Eventually, the sky turned dark, the temperature dropped, and it was a signal for all of them to return to the Inn. Minato texted ahead to Miya that they would have an extra guest over, and she best planned to prevent food shortage.
Miya, bless her foresight, already did so. Ichika felt like an outsider during the walk, welcomed in a group. He could never indeed be a part of the Flock, but his ties with the Sekirei were strong.
Not only because of what he went through but also because he was welcomed back with open arms. For Ichika, this was what a family should be.
And he hoped that things stayed quiet, but alas, that was too much to ask for.
Scene skip
Chifuyu began to understand her little brother's reason for leaving. Babysitting those girls was a headache in triplicate.
The five girls in the first year were one thing and Kanzashi, bless her, wasn't in for Ichika but more for her own reasons, so she stayed quiet. But, no, she got a migraine because of Tatenashi, Airis, and Djbril. Oh, she wished she could have taken Maya along, but the green-haired teacher argued that someone needed to teach the rest of the class.
They were constantly squabbling about who was responsible for Ichika leaving the school.
And because they used public transport, Chifuyu could not reprimand them like she usually did. But, at least, they were getting to the city of Shinto Teito.
The Brunhilde had tried to focus on other things like the reports that already consisted of information she received from Tabane and other sources like Houki, who had spent the summer in the city and learned of Minato.
She had confronted Minato but refused to tell her about the other events. Chifuyu had a good schedule on what they were up against. She prayed none of the girls had to face Miya. Like Chifuyu wasn't an ordinary pilot, neither was Miya a normal Sekirei.
The Brunhilde had taken the Kurezakura along for the fight for good measure. If they had to cross swords with Miya, Chifuyu would have a snowball chance in hell of winning that fight. The rest of them didn't.
She had also assigned pairs. They had to look in the North of the city for Ichika, which still left a large area open. Plus, many of the remaining Ashikabi were sympathetic to Minato. If Chifuyu could be honest (and generous, which she wasn't), Minato had made quite a name out for himself.
The pairs she had made were as follows.
Cecilia and Rin.
Charlotte and Laura.
Djbril and Airis.
Tatenashi and Houki.
The reason why she had chosen them was that it would give the least amount of trouble. Of course, Chifuyu understood they would have a problem, but at least, it would be lesser.
Charlotte and Laura were agreeable to working with each other, and while Cecilia and Rin had their issues, their fighting was good enough.
Airis was such a brat that she wanted no one else, not even herself, to deal with her, so she was stuck with Djbril. How that woman withstood it all, Chifuyu had no clue, but patience wasn't something she had.
Maybe, this was why Ichika refused to deal with Airis. And despite all his misgivings, her brother was a delight to raise. She had so desperately tried to make him strong, but in the end, she ended up with a sarcastic, quick-witted, and sharp individual. But, ironically, it was what she was herself.
Oh, and she couldn't forget about the phone call she got. Someone told her that messing in the city wasn't a good idea. And that voice sounded suspiciously much like hers but only younger.
The last pairing was because maybe Houki could learn a thing or two from Tatenashi, and the severe nature of the Shrine Maiden could reel the Student Council President in.
Kanzashi would be working as stand-by and looking over the stuff. Which was a blessing that Chifuyu greedily took with both hands. She needed that sort of thing.
Chifuyu would walk the streets on her own.
But that was a matter for tomorrow. At this point, she could use some sake or any booze if she could be honest and crash in her bed. So when they reached the place, Chifuyu let the girls know when to get off.
It was a good thing that Tabane had foreseen a hotel for them.
"It's your fault that Ichika escaped!" Houki had been blasting that to Tatenashi.
"My fault?" Tatenashi looked appalled. "I wasn't the one who chased Ichika around!"
"You were the one who set up that game!" Cecilia shouted back while Rin glared back at her.
"You fired at him!" Cecilia turned to the Chinese candidate.
"And you threw knives." Rin looked shocked that she had got that news.
"And yet, my wife escaped me." Laura had her arms crossed while Airis coughed.
"Well, Ichika isn't yours at all." The older girls turned to her.
"No, he is my attendant. I should get him back. He belongs to me." Before the girls could comment, Kanzashi shot the princess down.
"I believe that Ichika refused your job offer." The girl turned back.
"As her Royal Highness commanded, Orimura has not the right to refuse her," Djbril said while the younger Sarashiki shrugged on that comment.
"If you were to ask me, we live in a free country. So Orimura was in his right to ignore you. And I think that our mission is to bring him back to the ISA." Finally, Chifuyu decided that it was enough.
"Enough." That line was enough to get the girls to shut up. They all turned to Chifuyu; it looked like she was done with this mess.
"We are here to retrieve Orimura. That is all we are going to do. What happens if or when we find him back is up to later. I have divided you into groups. For now, let us go to the hotel and take it easy."
The hotel proved nothing more than an apartment. So they had to share duties of cooking and keeping the house clean. Usurpingly, Cecilia didn't land on cooking duty.
They had to unpack their bags as well with personal items. The girls would have to share rooms, though. It was like the pairings from before with the difference that Chifuyu would be in the same room as Houki.
The Sarashiki sisters had to share their room. It would be good for them.
Chifuyu asked them to come into the living room when the girls were unpacking. They had to gather around, and her tone made it clear that she wasn't accepting complaints.
"You already know what we are facing. The Sekirei are one thing, and I can ask Tabane for more information. Those clothes are supposed to keep you hidden. Keep in mind, though, that we are here for scouting only. So do not use your IS."
The girls nodded to her.
"I also assigned the youngest Sarashiki to sit back, and she will be our headquarters. All of your devices should be linked to her, and she should be able to communicate with you."
Chifuyu looked them over like a general did with her troops.
"We are here to clean up a mess. That we all caused and we are responsible for. Myself, I am not an exception. I do not want to hear about 'she said, she did, I want this mission to succeed. So that is all. Get some rest. Tomorrow is going to be the start of a painful time." With that, the girls were excused. They went to their rooms while Chifuyu took a bottle.
It was whiskey, but at this point, she couldn't care. She was going to drink herself into a stupor and not deal with it tomorrow.
The city was dark, but the lights were shining. Her amber eyes began to prickle when she thought of Ichika. Where did she go wrong? Where did she mess up?
Scene skip
Minato was glad that it didn't take much for Yukari to get out the door because he would need to take care of his Sekirei.
While the day had its effects on them, they were outside the entire day, so they had natural fatigue.
Ichika had put Minato's head with his, and they talked about something nice to do. However, Kusano would also be needed. When she heard of her assignment, Kusano seemed delighted with her task.
Ichika and Minato put as many pots as they could find inside the room. Takehito and Miya looked interested in what Ichika had in mind. Then, with a bit of powerup from Minato, Kusano grew plants inside while Miya brewed tea.
Ichika had asked the girls to wear easy clothes and off their shoes. The good thing was that they took a bath, though. Their feet had swollen. Not just because of the walk but also because they were all with children.
Ichika got to work on their feet, and his hands made the girls coo while Minato followed his example. The girls were a bit lucky, though, that their first trimester was nearly over, and while they had back pains, breast pains (and their breasts had swelled), and feet pains, nausea and hemorrhoids had escaped them.
It was now getting into October. While Ichika worked them over, Minato had begun to check the list of moving. Ichika had made it clear that he could leave while doing his duties.
The Ashikabi had taken Kusano up to the bed, and it proved to be no difficulty given how exhausted she was. Frankly, Minato would agree with her. He could feel the autumn air hitting him while he stood outside.
"Something on your mind?" Takehito asked the young man. Minato shrugged and sat down on the floor; The cool breeze might help him think things through.
"Yes. I got a gut feeling."
"Listen to that feeling. It was what helps you." Takehito was talking with experience. Something that either Ichika or Minato lacked.
"It's telling me. Feelings of war. I haven't felt this uneasy ever since Minaka put the whole city on lockdown." Takehito knew what Minato was talking about.
He was catching on to that.
"You think that there are those who are after young Ichika." Minato had a determined look and shook his head.
"Not think, know. I know they're after him. Matsu informed me of Ichika's last request; I take that he and I need a chat about keeping secrets. It's not healthy."
"Phantom Task won't be an issue, though. But the IS girls. They will come after Ichika." Takehito sat down next to Minato while they heard the girls' moans. Minato was so happy that he trusted Ichika.
"You talk about something that I need to know, Takehito," Minato's tone was devoid of emotion. No demeaning, no threatening. I was stating a fact.
"And with the stuff we have had, it's best to know. So don't keep secrets." The scientist sighed when he heard that.
"I knew Chifuyu before she became a pilot. So does Miya. And so do Kazehana and Matsu. They didn't tell you because of Miya's request. Miya has crossed blades with the Orimura girl." Minato raised an eyebrow.
"Miya told me that she found that Ichika was weak. Being kept like that."
"It's how you remain dependent on someone. Even if that person doesn't deserve that at all." Takehito began to see Minato as vital.
"Chifuyu isn't normal. I dread that she and Miya come to cross swords. It would be given to destruction the likes of which we have never seen. And do not forget."
"My Sekirei carry my children. I can't risk them." Minato felt a hand upon his shoulder. Reassurance. Something that he so desperately needed.
"There is no telling what can happen. Or what will happen? They will fight for you. Ichika made a choice; So did you. And if they bring a war to our doorstep, we will cut them down."
Minato could see where Takehito was coming from. They would be in some different stages. And Minato would have continued to talk if he didn't hear Ichika shouting.
"Minato, can you please give me a hand? I'll need it!" Ichika shouted from the room, and it didn't take long before he could smell the fragrances in the room. Now, Minato understood why Ichika wanted Kusano's help.
It smelled charming, and Minato saw how the Sekirei had pressured Ichika to give them more than just foot massages. And even on Kazehana, Matsu, and Uzume, their patience had run thin. Minato shook his head and undid his sleeves. Finally, it was time to give his girls what they wanted.
The massage oil that he found was a great blessing given how things were. He could figure out where to push but he had to make sure that all girls got a pass while he was doing this.
Minato just copied the moves while Ichika really kept things in mind. Shiatsu was out of the question to use around their abdominal areas. It was easy enough when you thought about it but there were some habits that Ichika couldn't forget.
He sat in front of Tsukiumi who squirmed and tried to bite back the moans. There was some pride (and a good amount of modesty) that was still in her system to prevent that. Meanwhile, Minato was taking care of Musubi who had a lot better way of handling the pressure in her.
Ichika had moved to sit on the front and he regularly used more oil. The mixture was fantastic but he wasn't going to ask what was really in it. Afterward, he moved his hands in circles on the back while Tsukiumi was laying down on the ground.
Afterward, Ichika used the shoulders where slow but deliberate moves caused Tsukiumi to relax. Ichika didn't have to ask why she was so tense back there. And he wasn't afraid to apply extra pressure where that was needed.
For the good measure, the girls with longer hair had tied it up in a pony tail and it was a good thing they were going to bathe. It made it easier for Ichika to move the hair out of the way. Meanwhile, Minato copied the moves that Ichika was making on Musubi. The remaining girls were looking with a gleeful interest.
Afterward, Ichika began to put his thumbs on the receiver's neck while fingers rested on her back. The thumbs slid along the shoulders until they reached the joint. At that point, Tsukiumi could feel how tension was leaving her. The thumbs slid out while the rest of his fingers laid on her back.
Ichika continued to increase pressure on Tsukiumi while Minato was more focused on Musubi's shoulders. A good thing that the Bear Sekirei really came strong. The twins would be a hassle to carry to term and he wasn't going to lose any of his girls.
Minato saw Ichika blushing as he remembered something else but mouthed that he would tell him later.
There were lines Ichika was willing to cross with the Sekirei. The fact that he saw their chest squashed on the floor was one thing but he doubted they were willing to lay on their back or that he touched their bums.
But Ichika got another idea.
"Tsukiumi, could you turn around? Use the towel to cover yourself." The Sekirei waited until he was done speaking.
"Gonna massage your belly and I appreciate it if you could cover yourself." A logical and practical matter.
Minato signaled to Musubi to do the same thing. He noticed that Musubi forgot to cover her chest. In a related note, her breasts were growing. Ichika didn't even pay attention to it as the Waterdere was taking all his attention. Ichika moved his hand in a slow clockwise motion. The two hands touched each other and they worked Tsukiumi over.
Ichika didn't use too much strength this time. Eventually, Tsukiumi fell in a sleep while Musubi followed soon afterwards.
When the two girls were done, Ichika had a mischievous smirk on his face while he coated his hands with oil.
"Next."
The Sekirei admitted he was a bit cheeky but given what he would do to them, they could let him do it.
It proved to be a pleasurable and enjoyable night for all parties involved.
Scene skip
Later that night, Minato sat back with Ichika. They had chosen the living room. Both were exhausted but happy from the day.
Ichika groaned as his arms felt numb from the massages. He looked at Minato, who sat back with a grin as well.
"You had something to say during the massages?" Minato remembered the motion of Ichika and was curious.
"Yep. I know some other moves but I don't think you'd appreciate it if I saw your wives chest or touched their bums. That's something you'll have to do."
The Ashikabi blushed on the suggestion but understood where Ichika came from. Living with eight women, it was unavoidable that Ichika saw some naked skin but both parties agreed to chalk it up as just conditions. There was no harm in it.
"I'll keep it in mind," Minato muttered while he blushed. Ichika could tell him and he had to go from there.
"So when you're moving, brother?" Ichika asked to change the subject. Both of them had their fill of skin hunger. So it was time to talk about something else.
"Already tired of me, brother?" Minato shot back, and he could that Ichika could take the jab.
"Not really, brother. Just," Ichika tried to collect his thoughts. He looked to the moon.
"Wondering when you leave me on my own." Minato scratched his cheek. They had begun to pack, and the place, their new home, would be ready soon.
"I think that at the least around December, I should be out." Then Minato remembered something.
"Oh, Ichika. I completely forgot about your birthday." Ichika looked over the dates. The fourth of October was going to pass by.
He had been sixteen for nearly two weeks, and no one had noticed.
"Oh, no worries, brother. If I wanted to celebrate something, I would have said so." Ichika sat down next to Minato and gave his brother a soft bump on the shoulder.
"You gave me a roof, an opportunity, an escape, and so much help. I should be fine." Minato smiled back at him. He knew what he was getting into. And he knew that he couldn't stop his Sekirei. With some luck, things would go fine.
"Alright. And we'll face tomorrow together."
Scene skip
The Sekirei sat back in the warm water. Tsukiumi and Matsu were still busy soaping in while Uzume had taken Chiho in her lap while Musubi and Kazehana sat back on the other side. Kagari was only with her feet in.
Their eyes wandered over their bodies. The effects had begun to set in. Their breasts had swollen again, and it began to weigh on their backs. They were floating in hot water while Chiho had much eye candy.
"Knock it off," Uzume said while she began to tickle her lover.
"Jealous, Uzume?" Chiho asked while she turned around. Musubi giggled when she thought back that she had taken care of Chiho. Kagari was washing Uzume.
"I think that would be healthy," Kazehana admitted as she stretched out.
"We'll be moving soon. Maybe, good thing that Ichika is around." Matsu said while she sank in hot water.
"He could help us move." The Sekirei of Wisdom announced.
"Indeed. His help would be appreciated." Tsukiumi said while she covered her breasts. The remaining Flock Members looked at her in a deadpan view.
They didn't announce the words. Avoiding stress would be required. All of them wanted this to go safely. Meanwhile, the girls sat back while they soaked in hot water. Finally, it came onto the sanest member of the group to say the unspoken thought.
"So, who is going first again to fuck Minato?" Kagari asked. Uzume, Kazehana, and Musubi remained quiet as they had their turn yesterday. Chiho found that she could wait another time. Pregnancy would be daunting to her.
Matsu wanted to open her mouth, but she was shut down.
"Me, it's been too long since my husband, and I shared a bed." Matsu preferred to have more in bed with her to skip it.
"Works for me." Kagari also answered. She had no problem waiting a bit as long her turn came around.
"Ditto," Matsu announced. No one said anything else as the Water Maiden sank triumphantly. Tsukiumi had learned to shut her mouth after that if she didn't want to look like a fool.
"Maybe we can discuss another matter," Kazehana said as she stood up. Every head turned to the Wind Flower.
"Our little brother." No one faulted Kazehana for the name she had dubbed Ichika.
"We all have agreed that what the girls have done to him is horrible. His presence is welcomed and appreciated. But we can't forget two things. One. Those girls will come after him, and they'll be out for blood. Two. We are all with children. We can't fight to our fullest potential."
"Art thou saying we shouldst ignore his problems?" Tsukiumi crossed her arms while Kazehana sent her a powerful glare.
"No. Those girls shouldn't be an issue for us to begin with. However, it does not take away that we are at a disadvantage. And for all of you, you agree with me; if the choice comes between Ichika or my son, I will not choose Ichika."
The girls weren't disheartened or insulted by the remark because Kazehana spoke the truth. The choice would be heartbreaking.
They adored Ichika and were fond of the young man. But their children would be more critical. They simmered in the heat of the water.
Four months into pregnancy. Five more to go.
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Two of Ichika's male friends spending their time at Gotanda House where they can recover from their sad experience. Thus, wondering what do those boys plan to do for the rest of their days.
"Hey, Dan. What do you want to do?" Kazuma asked.
"I don't know, dude," Dan replied. "What do you wanna do?"
"Maybe we just go back to the normal school lives," Kazuma said.
"Yeah. After seeing the ladies at ISA, I'll never want to visit that place again," Dan reminded his other male friend of the horror of this so-called man's paradise, IS Academy.
"Me neither," Kazuma agreed, while looking up in the sky. Wondering what their male buddy is doing in these days in Shinto Teito. "Knowing Ichika, he probably have a better luck than we do." And that ended with a sigh.
Ending song. {mew} Koukai no Uta (English Version).
The first part is the instrumental break. 0:00 to 0:10
The ending begins with the mysterious forming ball, then there's the current Ichika Orimura, who was stuck in the IS cage.
Can you see the light? It's right in front of you. And now you're at the fork within the road, alone.No one else, nowhere else to go...
Then the scene where Ichika was an infant, where a little Chifuyu was watching over the crib.
No turning back, going forward, move ahead. It's tough, you're scared, but you know that you have to cut every tie. No more home to go to.
Then, the still young Chifuyu takes her infant brother away from the place he was born before they can lay a hand on him to protect him.
And it hurt to give up all this light you built up. Gentle and generous, kind, warm love. And yet , you turn , take a step, and walk right on.
The next scene is Kid Ichika's childhood history with Kid Houki and Kid Rin in two split panels. One panel on the top is his childhood history with Kid Houki, where he trains with her at the art of Kendo. And the other panel on the bottom is his childhood history with Kid Lingyin, where she made a unique promise to him on that day.
But no need to worry, if you have enough today, we'll find it on the way. Let's go and look- together, we can start
Next, the middle-school-aged Ichika looks at the middle school building. Then inside the middle school, we saw Ichika's eyes; he was drawn by the machine, which happens to be an IS in the restricted room. Then it shows the symbol of IS, part of the IS mechanics, and the current Cecilia Alcott.
You don't have to be so strong. No, you don't have to anything to lead as long as your heart is true and you believe
Then the current-aged Ichika falls slowly within the dark area.
It's your spirit and your soul that will keep saving you and make you strong,
Although he's still falling, in a few moments, Ichika opens his eyes, and then he sees…
No matter what comes - the pain, the hurt, move on!
Kazehana, and Minato, who welcomes him into the light door.
So now, don't be afraid, let's walk on today! Whoa! Whooa!
Then Ichika looks upon them with the sparks of light rising and walks into the door of light. At the same time, Cecilia, in her near silhouette dressed in the black coat (similar to the Organization XIII outfit), desperately stretches her hand in her attempt to reach Ichika. And then that's it.
Long AN ahead.
And here we end it. It's been a ride to write this out and I have been spending some time on the whole bits together.
I had a lot of time now for this chapter which is a rare luxury. Some things moved ahead and this is why I am updating this. I hope you guys liked it. I don't have much more to add to this. Only glad that I can update this tonight. It is something else now.
I had some relief in my soul and it was the perfect way to celebrate me passing my exam.
This is most likely also the last chapter of 2021. We started this year with this fic and we'll end it with this one.
I can admit and say that it has been a rocky year. We have been living in the same mess as last year and it doesn't look like things are going to clear up.
Personally, for myself, it's not been as bad as 2020.
Mostly because of the amount of stability due to the job. I had my first year of a full work this year. While that did limit my free time and energy to work on my fics, IRL comes first. And while I love writing and working on my fics, they don't pay the bills.
At least, next year, I got twenty days off although those have been filled in already.
Besides the job, there hasn't been going on too much this year. I saw Alestorm in September, I passed for my exam in December while I flunked my first try in July.
Got some good friends in this year, got some new works and I am glad with the rest of my life.
I like to thank all of you for the amount of support that I have received in this year on this fic or my others. It's been a pleasure to write for you guys and this hobby of mine isn't something I'm going to stop anytime soon.
First update next time will be this chapter again.
Chapter title of the latest Iron Maiden Album. Senjutsu.
And now, I'm going to focus on my latest obsession. A ship that has passed but one that I wasn't focusing on but that my brain gave to me not that long ago.
Saluut.