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Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Not in this room." He said amusedly, "If I recall, he said the curse kept you from going farther than 50 meters. That's plenty of ground and area to explore the gardens."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Oh yes, forgive me for not going down and perusing the library of my captors. She said bitterly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I assume you like to read? We have many books the Date have collected over the years. Dating back centuries." He said, "But if you rather stay here, that's fine too."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	You d have to be there. She muttered. Make sure he doesn t try anything like he did before. She got flustered just thinking about the kiss.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Do you wabt company?" Kojurou asked, "I can go with you if you wish?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Are you listening? That s what I just said. She muttered, standing up. Just keep him away from me.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Merely a formality." Kojurou said before heading out of the room with her, "Right this way, Megohime dono."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime followed cautiously, keeping an eye out for Masamune the entire time, staying close to Kojurou as he led her around the house.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"He is in his alchemy room practicing his spells and potions. You're safe." He assured her, "He wouldn't risk harming you anyway."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He already has, but that s not what I m worried about.. she muttered, rubbing her healing shoulder with a scowl.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"What are you worried about then? That he'll add another curse?" He asked, "He won't. He isn't stupid, though I do wonder sometimes."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Her cheeks flushed and she touched her lips, which tingled at the mere thought of the kiss. He kissed me. She muttered.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Ah, so that's how he got it on. How rude of him." He said, "To invade your boundaries so carelessly."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She flushed more, steam nearly coming from her head. Don t word it in such a way that makes it seem like he did more! She sputtered.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"My apologies." He said with a small smile before opening the door to a rather large library. Books filled shelves wall to wall, reaching all the way to the ceiling. "Please take as long as you desire."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime mumbled as she entered, trying to calm her racing heart, completely embarrassed even then by the ordeal. Thank you.. She muttered.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He nodded and stood by the door, "I will stay right here and keep Masamune from coming in here to bother you."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime gave a nod in thanks and moved to the rows and rows of books, skimming through some before pulling them off the shelf to read.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Kojurou watched her quietly before he he started to what appeared to be preening. He made sure his coat and trousers had nary a wrinkle in them and checked his boota to make sure they were clean.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime paid him no mind, instantly lost in the book she had in her hands, sitting amongst the shelves of books, on the floor and out of sight.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	There was a sudden pounding on the door, "Kojurou!! Open the door!!" Masamune yelled
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime jumped, nearly ripping the page out of her book as she did so, huffing angrily. He s so miserable.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Misery loves company.." Kojurou replied before turning to peek out the door, "She asked me to refuse you entry. Forgive me, Masamune sama.""Let me in, I want to talk to her!""I cannot."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime his behind her book, peering over the edge. What does he want? She muttered to Kojurou.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"He wishes to talk to you." Kojurou replied, "Should I continue to deny him entry?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime made a face, petting the cover of her book. You can let him in, thank you. She finally agreed.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Kojurou opened the door as he stepped aside, letting Masamune enter in a huff, "Thank you for telling me you finally decided to come out of your room."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	You never said I had to inform you of anything, and even if you did, I wouldn t. She said simply.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He crossed his arms tightly, "You're in my home, I would like to know where you are at all times."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Seeing as how Ican t leave, probably any place you re not, and somewhere in this home. She said with a snarky sneer, almost like she enjoyed poking at him when he was upset.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Ha ha, you're a real jester, aren't you?" He huffed, "Do you know how to break my curse yet?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	What? No, I don t even know what kind of curse you have, but hopefully one that kills you when you pester and kidnap people. She said, returning her attention to the book.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He put his index and middle finger to his neck and looked around for a couple seconds before pulling them back, "Unfortunately for you, I'm still kickin'."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yeah, that s pretty apparent on how your gums keep flapping. She muttered, trying to bury her nose in the book.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"When are you gonna lift my curse? You can't leave until you do." He said.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I don t even know what curse you have, let alone how to lift it. She muttered into her book.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"It's a were curse." He answered, "I thought that was obvious."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	It s not that simple, not all were curses are the same, and plus, I don t know who cursed you. All curses are unique, I thoughtyouwould know that. She huffed and closed her book, standing up. Fine, I ll do it.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Listen here, if you don't lift my curse, I'll wait, what?" Masamune looked taken aback.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime stared up at him. I said I d do it, I want to leave, so I ll help you. She repeated.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Oh...well...good! I appreciate the cooperation!" He said, nodding firmly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I ll need materials though, and a large clear area. She said, putting the book back on the shelf.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"My alchemy lab has a ton of materials." He said, "Just let me know what you need."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Salt, chalk, a bowl and a knife. She said, the rest I can provide. She said.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Masamune was gone in an instant and Kojurou made a noise, "Can you really lift the curse?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime made a noise, frowning softly and shaking her head. I don t know, I have to see this curse first... Then I ll be able to tell..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He nodded, "We can move to the enchanting room, it's the largest room in the castle."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She nodded and followed Kojurou down to the enchanting room, waiting with him for Masamune to bring the things she would need to try and break his curse.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Masamune came down after a bit with what she asked for, trying to contain his excitement. He genuinely couldn't wait to have his curse removed.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime went to work, kneeling on the ground and using the chalk to draw a large circle first. Once she was done drawing out the rune on the floor, she took the salt, lining the chalk in certain places before standing and turning to Masamune. Stand in the center, and don t step on the lines. She said, moving to take the bowl and the knife. And take off your vest and shirt.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He tossed off his vest and shirt without a second thought. He was rather muscular, all things considered. He was careful not to step on the lines in her circle before moving to stand in the center.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime blushed when he so readily tossed away his clothes, taking a moment to collect herself before clearing her throat. She rolled up one sleeve, revealing an arm covered in scars before cutting into her flesh. She collected the blood in the bowl, filling it about halfway before she set the bowl aside and tore a few strips of cloth from the skirt of her dress to wrap up her arm. After she was done, she took the bowl again and moved to Masamune, minding the salt and chalk lines as she did so.She dipped her finger in the bowl and started to draw symbols on Masamune s chest and stomach, cheeks flushed and eyes focused on her task as she did so, moving to write on his back with blood as well. She chanted softly under her breath as she worked, covering the entirety of his back with symbols written in her blood. Even his back is muscular.. She thought to herself. I ll need you to take off your eyepatch and move your hair.. She muttered as she moved to face him again.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He nodded and untied his eyepatch, the rune holding his curse glowing in his eye. He pulled his hair up with a ribbon and glanced back at her, "Anything else?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She shook her head. Just stay as still as you can. She said, reaching up to paint her blood under his cursed eye. Once she was done, she moved out of the circle and set the bowl aside, kneeling before the salt and chalk circle and starting a soft chant, placing her hands just outside. Nothing seemed to happen at first, then the blood on Masamune began to glow like the curse on his eye.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He stood very still, watching her intently as she worked. Kojurou watched curiously, never having seen a witch in action before.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime closed her eyes, her chants sounding like they were echoing from every direction in the room now, which had grown unnaturally dark, like they had been cut off from the world itself, the lines at Masamune s feet glowing. Her chanting seemed to grow louder, Masamune feeling dizzy and hot, and then there was a loud crack in the room, sending both Masamune and Megohime tumbling backward. Megohime cried out as she tumbled back, the ground scorched and the circle destroyed, the ceremony interrupted. What..? Megohime slowly collected herself, sitting up and rubbing her head. What the hell? She stared in disbelief, not moving an inch.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"G...Goddammit..." Masamune was breathing heavily, small spittles of fire coming out with each breath, "Why...? Why won't it work...?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime didn t understand, this wasn t like any curse she had ever seen, just what was going on her? How old is that curse? She sounded scared. Because to me, it looks like you pissed off one really strong black witch.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Since he was a boy," Kojurou answered, "you are correct, he really pissed off a black witch."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime stared at Masamune, heart thumping in her chest. Tell me about it about everything.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I was a pretty cocky little punk back in the day." Masamune said after he caught his breath, "I figured a wizard would be way stronger than a black witch because instead of focusing on one type of magic, we focus on all types of magic. So I challenged her to a duel if I won she would show me her most powerful spell. And if she won, she could do what she wanted. I lost."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	You re an idiot. Megohime hissed, standing up and dusting herself off. A complete and utter bafoon. She almost sounded angry rather than scared now, but she didn t leave the room. Fine, I ll finish what I started, I ll remove your curse.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"You can leave after, your home will be rebuilt by then." He stated, "And...thanks..."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime stared at him for a moment before looking away. I ll need to take time to do some research before I want to try that again... Do you remember the witch s name? She asked.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Iisaka..." He mutteree, "Iisaka no Tsubone."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime made a face, the name wasn t familiar, but then again, it wasn t uncommon for witches to not know other witches, they didn t exactly keep a registry of all of the local witches. She sighed softly. Ok, I ll see what I can do, but I ll need time. She said.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"You have it.." Masamune replied and pulled back on his shirt and vest.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime gave a nod. I ll need to use your library, Kojurou said you ve collected decades of knowledge on witches, correct?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Everything dating back to the first discovery of magic." He answered.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime nodded. Good, it ll be a start. I don t know her magic, but I m sure I can unravel it. Hopefully.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Yukimura...!" Akihime called, trying to light the stove but coming up unsuccessful, "Yuki, I can't get the stove on!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura looked over his shoulder from stacking the firewood they d be using that night, having just chopped it. Oh, let me help with that! He said, moving over. It only took a single snap for him, and just like that, the stove was lit. There, that should do it!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Ah, thank you so much." She smiled brightly, "Perhaps I should leave the cooking to you from now on...!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura looked embarrassed, rubbing the back of his neck. I nearly burnt down the kitchen the last time I tried to cook.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She waved her hand dismissively, "So did I, remember ? It takes practice." She said, "I was thinking about making a stew tonight since it was going to be cold...and Daisuke has a cold, I was going to put a potion in his serving..." She said thoughtfully.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I chopped more than enough wood to keep the house warm for the night... But it looks like snow. Yukimura said, warming his hands at the stove.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I need to finish the quilts..." She muttered. They were almost like a married couple, though the idea sent them both into a storm of sputters and denials.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I can watch dinner, I m sure if you re not too far off, nothing too bad will happen..! He said with a shy grin.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She blushed and nodded, "Thanks...it shouldn't take too long, I just need to finish the last two..."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura gave a firm nod and turned to the stove, watching the large pot intensely, he wasn t going to let anything boil over and burn again on his watch.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She smiled affectionately before heading off to finish the last of the quilts for the children. Magic embued thread made crafting much easier for her, blessing each blanket so they would protect the children from the cold and sickness. She hummed softly and glanced to her dresser would she have time to finish the one she made for Yukimura?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura stirred occasionally as Akihime had instructed him to do with his wooden spoon, sweat beading on his brow already. Cooking was surely not something that came easy to him, but neither was magic, so he had to make do.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"You're doing so well, Yuki.." Akihime's voice sounded behind him, "It looks just about ready!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura just about jumped out of his skin, nearly dropping his wooden spoon as he spun around to face Akihime. A Akihime! He let out a soft breath. You scared me..!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She giggled behind her hand, her other holding something behind her back, "Gomen ne, you looked really focused, I felt bad for disrupting you.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura blinked, blushing a bit. O Oh.. I just wanted to make sure I didn t burn it.. He admitted.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Thank you, Yuki, I appreciate it. I wanted to wait to give this to you but I was really excited and couldn't help myself.." She said before pulling a large handmade blanket as red as fire with six coins stitched on, "Ta da...! I've been saving up since spring to get fabric made with fire rat hair to make it flame resistant! That and it'll keep you nice and toasty during winter!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura set down the wooden spoon and took the blanket gratefully, smiling. It looks very warm, thank you, Akihime. He said, holding it close to himself. Sorry I burn the other blankets you make for me. He said, his smile growing a little guilty sometimes while he slept, Yukimura couldn t help it when fire flickered over his body, setting his bed sheets on fire.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She gave a dismissive wave, "It's alright! That's why I made one that wouldn't burn up safety in mind " She smiled, "I'm glad you like it, I was so worried you would be offended.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	The word burned brought him back to dinner, which was still cooking on the stove. The stew! He quickly turned, extinguishing the flames and checking to make sure he hadn t burned the food, still holding the blanket close.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She laughed and moved to check it, "Hm well, only a little burned at the bottom but that's ok!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura hung his head in defeat. Gomenasai, Akihime, I should ve paid better attention to the food..!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She kissed his cheek gently and smiled, blushing softly, "You're fine...I was the one that distracted you.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura s cheeks flushed and the candles in the room flickered. I I, w we should call the children in for dinner..!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Hai. I'll put your blanket in your room and call them in." She said, taking the blanket from him and folding it up gently as she headed out.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura s face was flush as he started to set the table for the children, himself, and Akihime. He poured each bowl full of stew, and even tore up a large roll the baker had given to them, giving everyone a piece of the slightly stale bread.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	The kids all rushed in, squealing and laughing excitedly as they all sat at the huge table. Akihime came back and grabbed Daisuke's share to bring to him since he was getting sick, "Tell Otou sama thank you for cooking dinner tonight!" She called."Arigatou, Otou sama!" The children cheered, turning their attention to Yukimura.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura smiled softly, shaking his head. Okaa sama made it, I only watched it briefly... And burned it. He admitted with a defeated look as he sat down to eat.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Burned?""It doesn't look burned.""It smells great, Otou sama!"Akihime came back and took her place beside Yukimura."Let us thank the humble earth for providing our supper tonight." She said and they all bowed their heads with their fingers laced together."Blessed be!" They all chimed before digging in.Motochika cuddled with Nana by the fire as he planted affectionate kisses along her shoulders slowly, his fingers laced gently with hers.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yukimura was still a bit embarrassed about burning the dinner, but bowed his head and prayed with everyone else, digging in once they had finished. Akihime s cooking was always wonderful, filling empty bellies and warming their cold bodies. They didn t have much, but he was grateful for what they had.Nana s cheeks were flushed as he kissed her, holding his hand gently, then turning over so she faced him. She pet his cheek with her other hand, then kissed him softly just a simple kiss, but a warm one.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Not in this room." He said amusedly, "If I recall, he said the curse kept you from going farther than 50 meters. That's plenty of ground and area to explore the gardens."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Oh yes, forgive me for not going down and perusing the library of my captors. She said bitterly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I assume you like to read? We have many books the Date have collected over the years. Dating back centuries." He said, "But if you rather stay here, that's fine too."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

You d have to be there. She muttered. Make sure he doesn t try anything like he did before. She got flustered just thinking about the kiss.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Do you wabt company?" Kojurou asked, "I can go with you if you wish?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Are you listening? That s what I just said. She muttered, standing up. Just keep him away from me.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Merely a formality." Kojurou said before heading out of the room with her, "Right this way, Megohime dono."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime followed cautiously, keeping an eye out for Masamune the entire time, staying close to Kojurou as he led her around the house.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"He is in his alchemy room practicing his spells and potions. You're safe." He assured her, "He wouldn't risk harming you anyway."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He already has, but that s not what I m worried about.. she muttered, rubbing her healing shoulder with a scowl.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"What are you worried about then? That he'll add another curse?" He asked, "He won't. He isn't stupid, though I do wonder sometimes."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Her cheeks flushed and she touched her lips, which tingled at the mere thought of the kiss. He kissed me. She muttered.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Ah, so that's how he got it on. How rude of him." He said, "To invade your boundaries so carelessly."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She flushed more, steam nearly coming from her head. Don t word it in such a way that makes it seem like he did more! She sputtered.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"My apologies." He said with a small smile before opening the door to a rather large library. Books filled shelves wall to wall, reaching all the way to the ceiling. "Please take as long as you desire."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime mumbled as she entered, trying to calm her racing heart, completely embarrassed even then by the ordeal. Thank you.. She muttered.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He nodded and stood by the door, "I will stay right here and keep Masamune from coming in here to bother you."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime gave a nod in thanks and moved to the rows and rows of books, skimming through some before pulling them off the shelf to read.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Kojurou watched her quietly before he he started to what appeared to be preening. He made sure his coat and trousers had nary a wrinkle in them and checked his boota to make sure they were clean.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime paid him no mind, instantly lost in the book she had in her hands, sitting amongst the shelves of books, on the floor and out of sight.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

There was a sudden pounding on the door, "Kojurou!! Open the door!!" Masamune yelled

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime jumped, nearly ripping the page out of her book as she did so, huffing angrily. He s so miserable.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Misery loves company.." Kojurou replied before turning to peek out the door, "She asked me to refuse you entry. Forgive me, Masamune sama.""Let me in, I want to talk to her!""I cannot."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime his behind her book, peering over the edge. What does he want? She muttered to Kojurou.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"He wishes to talk to you." Kojurou replied, "Should I continue to deny him entry?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime made a face, petting the cover of her book. You can let him in, thank you. She finally agreed.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Kojurou opened the door as he stepped aside, letting Masamune enter in a huff, "Thank you for telling me you finally decided to come out of your room."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

You never said I had to inform you of anything, and even if you did, I wouldn t. She said simply.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He crossed his arms tightly, "You're in my home, I would like to know where you are at all times."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Seeing as how Ican t leave, probably any place you re not, and somewhere in this home. She said with a snarky sneer, almost like she enjoyed poking at him when he was upset.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Ha ha, you're a real jester, aren't you?" He huffed, "Do you know how to break my curse yet?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

What? No, I don t even know what kind of curse you have, but hopefully one that kills you when you pester and kidnap people. She said, returning her attention to the book.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He put his index and middle finger to his neck and looked around for a couple seconds before pulling them back, "Unfortunately for you, I'm still kickin'."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Yeah, that s pretty apparent on how your gums keep flapping. She muttered, trying to bury her nose in the book.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"When are you gonna lift my curse? You can't leave until you do." He said.

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I don t even know what curse you have, let alone how to lift it. She muttered into her book.

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"It's a were curse." He answered, "I thought that was obvious."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

It s not that simple, not all were curses are the same, and plus, I don t know who cursed you. All curses are unique, I thoughtyouwould know that. She huffed and closed her book, standing up. Fine, I ll do it.

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"Listen here, if you don't lift my curse, I'll wait, what?" Masamune looked taken aback.

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Megohime stared up at him. I said I d do it, I want to leave, so I ll help you. She repeated.

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"Oh...well...good! I appreciate the cooperation!" He said, nodding firmly.

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I ll need materials though, and a large clear area. She said, putting the book back on the shelf.

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"My alchemy lab has a ton of materials." He said, "Just let me know what you need."

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Salt, chalk, a bowl and a knife. She said, the rest I can provide. She said.

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Masamune was gone in an instant and Kojurou made a noise, "Can you really lift the curse?"

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Megohime made a noise, frowning softly and shaking her head. I don t know, I have to see this curse first... Then I ll be able to tell..

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He nodded, "We can move to the enchanting room, it's the largest room in the castle."

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She nodded and followed Kojurou down to the enchanting room, waiting with him for Masamune to bring the things she would need to try and break his curse.

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Masamune came down after a bit with what she asked for, trying to contain his excitement. He genuinely couldn't wait to have his curse removed.

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Megohime went to work, kneeling on the ground and using the chalk to draw a large circle first. Once she was done drawing out the rune on the floor, she took the salt, lining the chalk in certain places before standing and turning to Masamune. Stand in the center, and don t step on the lines. She said, moving to take the bowl and the knife. And take off your vest and shirt.

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He tossed off his vest and shirt without a second thought. He was rather muscular, all things considered. He was careful not to step on the lines in her circle before moving to stand in the center.

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Megohime blushed when he so readily tossed away his clothes, taking a moment to collect herself before clearing her throat. She rolled up one sleeve, revealing an arm covered in scars before cutting into her flesh. She collected the blood in the bowl, filling it about halfway before she set the bowl aside and tore a few strips of cloth from the skirt of her dress to wrap up her arm. After she was done, she took the bowl again and moved to Masamune, minding the salt and chalk lines as she did so.She dipped her finger in the bowl and started to draw symbols on Masamune s chest and stomach, cheeks flushed and eyes focused on her task as she did so, moving to write on his back with blood as well. She chanted softly under her breath as she worked, covering the entirety of his back with symbols written in her blood. Even his back is muscular.. She thought to herself. I ll need you to take off your eyepatch and move your hair.. She muttered as she moved to face him again.

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He nodded and untied his eyepatch, the rune holding his curse glowing in his eye. He pulled his hair up with a ribbon and glanced back at her, "Anything else?"

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She shook her head. Just stay as still as you can. She said, reaching up to paint her blood under his cursed eye. Once she was done, she moved out of the circle and set the bowl aside, kneeling before the salt and chalk circle and starting a soft chant, placing her hands just outside. Nothing seemed to happen at first, then the blood on Masamune began to glow like the curse on his eye.

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He stood very still, watching her intently as she worked. Kojurou watched curiously, never having seen a witch in action before.

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Megohime closed her eyes, her chants sounding like they were echoing from every direction in the room now, which had grown unnaturally dark, like they had been cut off from the world itself, the lines at Masamune s feet glowing. Her chanting seemed to grow louder, Masamune feeling dizzy and hot, and then there was a loud crack in the room, sending both Masamune and Megohime tumbling backward. Megohime cried out as she tumbled back, the ground scorched and the circle destroyed, the ceremony interrupted. What..? Megohime slowly collected herself, sitting up and rubbing her head. What the hell? She stared in disbelief, not moving an inch.

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"G...Goddammit..." Masamune was breathing heavily, small spittles of fire coming out with each breath, "Why...? Why won't it work...?"

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Megohime didn t understand, this wasn t like any curse she had ever seen, just what was going on her? How old is that curse? She sounded scared. Because to me, it looks like you pissed off one really strong black witch.

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"Since he was a boy," Kojurou answered, "you are correct, he really pissed off a black witch."

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Megohime stared at Masamune, heart thumping in her chest. Tell me about it about everything.

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"I was a pretty cocky little punk back in the day." Masamune said after he caught his breath, "I figured a wizard would be way stronger than a black witch because instead of focusing on one type of magic, we focus on all types of magic. So I challenged her to a duel if I won she would show me her most powerful spell. And if she won, she could do what she wanted. I lost."

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You re an idiot. Megohime hissed, standing up and dusting herself off. A complete and utter bafoon. She almost sounded angry rather than scared now, but she didn t leave the room. Fine, I ll finish what I started, I ll remove your curse.

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"You can leave after, your home will be rebuilt by then." He stated, "And...thanks..."

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Megohime stared at him for a moment before looking away. I ll need to take time to do some research before I want to try that again... Do you remember the witch s name? She asked.

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"Iisaka..." He mutteree, "Iisaka no Tsubone."

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Megohime made a face, the name wasn t familiar, but then again, it wasn t uncommon for witches to not know other witches, they didn t exactly keep a registry of all of the local witches. She sighed softly. Ok, I ll see what I can do, but I ll need time. She said.

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"You have it.." Masamune replied and pulled back on his shirt and vest.

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Megohime gave a nod. I ll need to use your library, Kojurou said you ve collected decades of knowledge on witches, correct?

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"Everything dating back to the first discovery of magic." He answered.

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Megohime nodded. Good, it ll be a start. I don t know her magic, but I m sure I can unravel it. Hopefully.

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"Yukimura...!" Akihime called, trying to light the stove but coming up unsuccessful, "Yuki, I can't get the stove on!"

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Yukimura looked over his shoulder from stacking the firewood they d be using that night, having just chopped it. Oh, let me help with that! He said, moving over. It only took a single snap for him, and just like that, the stove was lit. There, that should do it!

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"Ah, thank you so much." She smiled brightly, "Perhaps I should leave the cooking to you from now on...!"

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Yukimura looked embarrassed, rubbing the back of his neck. I nearly burnt down the kitchen the last time I tried to cook.

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She waved her hand dismissively, "So did I, remember ? It takes practice." She said, "I was thinking about making a stew tonight since it was going to be cold...and Daisuke has a cold, I was going to put a potion in his serving..." She said thoughtfully.

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I chopped more than enough wood to keep the house warm for the night... But it looks like snow. Yukimura said, warming his hands at the stove.

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"I need to finish the quilts..." She muttered. They were almost like a married couple, though the idea sent them both into a storm of sputters and denials.

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I can watch dinner, I m sure if you re not too far off, nothing too bad will happen..! He said with a shy grin.

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She blushed and nodded, "Thanks...it shouldn't take too long, I just need to finish the last two..."

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Yukimura gave a firm nod and turned to the stove, watching the large pot intensely, he wasn t going to let anything boil over and burn again on his watch.

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She smiled affectionately before heading off to finish the last of the quilts for the children. Magic embued thread made crafting much easier for her, blessing each blanket so they would protect the children from the cold and sickness. She hummed softly and glanced to her dresser would she have time to finish the one she made for Yukimura?

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Yukimura stirred occasionally as Akihime had instructed him to do with his wooden spoon, sweat beading on his brow already. Cooking was surely not something that came easy to him, but neither was magic, so he had to make do.

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"You're doing so well, Yuki.." Akihime's voice sounded behind him, "It looks just about ready!"

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Yukimura just about jumped out of his skin, nearly dropping his wooden spoon as he spun around to face Akihime. A Akihime! He let out a soft breath. You scared me..!

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She giggled behind her hand, her other holding something behind her back, "Gomen ne, you looked really focused, I felt bad for disrupting you.."

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Yukimura blinked, blushing a bit. O Oh.. I just wanted to make sure I didn t burn it.. He admitted.

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"Thank you, Yuki, I appreciate it. I wanted to wait to give this to you but I was really excited and couldn't help myself.." She said before pulling a large handmade blanket as red as fire with six coins stitched on, "Ta da...! I've been saving up since spring to get fabric made with fire rat hair to make it flame resistant! That and it'll keep you nice and toasty during winter!"

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Yukimura set down the wooden spoon and took the blanket gratefully, smiling. It looks very warm, thank you, Akihime. He said, holding it close to himself. Sorry I burn the other blankets you make for me. He said, his smile growing a little guilty sometimes while he slept, Yukimura couldn t help it when fire flickered over his body, setting his bed sheets on fire.

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She gave a dismissive wave, "It's alright! That's why I made one that wouldn't burn up safety in mind " She smiled, "I'm glad you like it, I was so worried you would be offended.."

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The word burned brought him back to dinner, which was still cooking on the stove. The stew! He quickly turned, extinguishing the flames and checking to make sure he hadn t burned the food, still holding the blanket close.

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She laughed and moved to check it, "Hm well, only a little burned at the bottom but that's ok!"

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Yukimura hung his head in defeat. Gomenasai, Akihime, I should ve paid better attention to the food..!

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She kissed his cheek gently and smiled, blushing softly, "You're fine...I was the one that distracted you.."

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Yukimura s cheeks flushed and the candles in the room flickered. I I, w we should call the children in for dinner..!

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"Hai. I'll put your blanket in your room and call them in." She said, taking the blanket from him and folding it up gently as she headed out.

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Yukimura s face was flush as he started to set the table for the children, himself, and Akihime. He poured each bowl full of stew, and even tore up a large roll the baker had given to them, giving everyone a piece of the slightly stale bread.

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The kids all rushed in, squealing and laughing excitedly as they all sat at the huge table. Akihime came back and grabbed Daisuke's share to bring to him since he was getting sick, "Tell Otou sama thank you for cooking dinner tonight!" She called."Arigatou, Otou sama!" The children cheered, turning their attention to Yukimura.

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Yukimura smiled softly, shaking his head. Okaa sama made it, I only watched it briefly... And burned it. He admitted with a defeated look as he sat down to eat.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Burned?""It doesn't look burned.""It smells great, Otou sama!"Akihime came back and took her place beside Yukimura."Let us thank the humble earth for providing our supper tonight." She said and they all bowed their heads with their fingers laced together."Blessed be!" They all chimed before digging in.Motochika cuddled with Nana by the fire as he planted affectionate kisses along her shoulders slowly, his fingers laced gently with hers.

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Yukimura was still a bit embarrassed about burning the dinner, but bowed his head and prayed with everyone else, digging in once they had finished. Akihime s cooking was always wonderful, filling empty bellies and warming their cold bodies. They didn t have much, but he was grateful for what they had.Nana s cheeks were flushed as he kissed her, holding his hand gently, then turning over so she faced him. She pet his cheek with her other hand, then kissed him softly just a simple kiss, but a warm one.