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Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Masamune sama?""I'm fine, Kojurou. Let's just go home. I'll find my own resources without them." Masamune stated.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime squeezed his hand gently as they walked, opting to remain at his side rather than return to his shadows.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	They took the back ways out of town so no one would freak out over Megohime's appearance. Masamune had long sense calmed down by the time they made it home but he kept holding her hand as they moved inside."Kojurou, could you ask the kitchen to make me some tea? I need to rest after all that.""Of course, Masamune sama." Kojurou replied and left through the opposite door.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime s ears fell a bit, frowning softly in worry. Masamune... I m sorry, I should ve protested more... I didn t think they would attack you like that..!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He shook his head, "Don't worry about it, Mego. None of it is your fault. They don't understand the circumstances, only see the dangers." He told her.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She pressed her lips together, but nodded, following him up to his room. Can I do anything for you?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Keep being your same, beautiful self.." He told her with a gentle smile.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Her face flushed clear to her ears, and she sputtered a bit. Maybe you actually did get hit by a spell, you seem to be a bit delirious.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Maybe." He said before moving into his room, "Or maybe being near you makes me that way."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	You re terrible at flirting you know. She said softly, closing the door behind him and moving to draw the curtains to darken the room for him.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He moved to his chair and sat back, "Yeah, but it works." He smiled softly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime was a bit embarrassed to admit he was right, only moving over to the fireplace and starting a small fire to warm the room. I I only humor you, you know, I am a demon after all, I m terrible and wicked..! She fed the fire small scraps of bark and old news papers, blowing on it gently.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Wonderful and charming.." He corrected, smiling as he watched her, "Far more beautiful than before.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime tried to hide the fact that she liked the compliments he gave her, but her tail swaying slowly gave her away. H Hardly... Only my face looks relatively human..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"That's no bother to me. I see you now as I saw you then, a beautiful and smart young witch who got swept up with a schmuck like me."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Her tail only swayed more, like a pleased house cat after a treat from its master. I I won t deny that you re a schmuck.. He was her ear twitch, like she was listening hard for more compliments?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"A very lucky schmuck." He smiled, "More blessed than cursed to have such a lovely familiar until time stops."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime couldn t stop the smile or fight the tingling in her cheeks, loving every single word he spoke. I m sure Kojurou appreciates the sentiment. She joked, fire finally steady. She turned and moved over to Masamune, siting at his feet and resting her head against his thigh.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Ah, Kojurou is the cursed one, he's stuck with me." He chuckled, petting her hair gently.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She closed her eyes and relaxed against him, enjoying him petting her hair. Just like he s cursed with his ruggedly handsome looks thanks to his master? She teased.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He laughed softly, "Yeah, if he had his way, he would just stay as a bird "
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She opened her eyes and turned her head to look up at him. Did he look differently before? She asked curiously.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He nodded, "Yeah, when I summoned him, he was just some fuck huge bird...like a peacock but not. He had the fancy tail feathers and his body shimmered a pale emerald.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Huh.. Megohime rested her head back on his leg again. I ve never seen a spirit familiar be summoned.. Only ever demons.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"It's kinda similar, just no blood or bones and things.." He said, "Only elements..."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I bet it s much prettier to see too. She said softly, watching the fire flicker and slowly consume the logs in the fire place.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Yeah, in a way..." He replied, drifting off a little with this relaxing moment he was having with her, "Your ritual was pretty too, because you were there.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	The tips of her pointed ears burned red, and Megohime gently took Masamune s hand, nuzzling his knuckles before kissing them gently. Smooth talker.. She said softly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He laughed softly, "Yeah...I do my best.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime held his hand and listened to his breathing until it became slow and steady. Once she was sure he was asleep, she carefully removed his boots and set them aside before covering him with a blanket, standing over him and gently brushing his hair from his face. You don t even have to try you know.. She whispered, then headed down and out to the garden.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She didn't know long she had been sitting out there before she felt another presence, "Didn't want to be cooped up in there?" Kojurou asked gently as he approached.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Ah... Sorta.. She said, resting her chin on her knees. I figured I d let him sleep for a while. She was watching the butterflies and dragonflies that flew in and out of the garden, a soft frown on her face. I almost got him killed again..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I don't believe Masamune sama sees it that way.." He said before gesturing to the spot beside her, "May I?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She looked and nodded, motioning to him that the spot was all his. I know, but how he feels is different.. In reality, had I not been there, they never would have attacked him..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"They would have turned on him eventually, regardless of his ties with you.." He told her, sitting beside her calmly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	What do you mean? Do they want to hurt him..!? Megohime asked, perking up and staring at Kojurou with worried eyes.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"The other familiars have spoken to me as a curtousy about the feelings their masters have for Masamune sama. Apparently, no one had really liked having a cursed wizard in their midst so they were planning to take his life should his curse become a problem." He said, "But they would have a difficult time with us around." He smirked.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime s face grew serious and she nodded, clenching her fist. They wouldn t even get too see his face. She said firmly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"They would barely come close to the manor before dealing with us." He said, "Your abilities as a familiar are only stronger with you once being a power witch in your time."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Her expression only fell again, and she sunk back down. In my time, huh...? I accidentally let it slip, the whole burning at the stake thing, his face looked so sad..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"It is still a rather sore subject for him. But in time the wound will heal. Faster now with you returned and safe." He assured
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Not much of me returned really.. She said with a sad smile. But I appreciate your words.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"What do you mean?" He asked, "If you don't mind my asking?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She felt the same tears of frustration coming to her eyes just like every time she looked in the mirror. My body, it s barely human, the only thing human about me is my face... She held up a pitch black arm, claws glinting in the sunlight. Sure I m a familiar, but at least you have a human form...
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"You have a singular form that looks human despite these things." He told her, "I was not born with a human guise, mine was given. Do not let such a small thing such as your appearance hinder you, or you won't serve our lord well." Sure, it sounded rude, but he was right. Her gifts differed drastically from his, but they both served Masamune the same.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She blinked and let her arm drop back down to her side. He was right, she was so focused on how she looked, that she hadn t even really let it sink in just how much more powerful she was now. She rested her chin on her knees, thinking quietly. Masamune had never been bothered by the way she looked, even with her hooves and tail, he still flirted with her. He still pet her head, and he still tried buying horrendously ugly dresses for her to wear.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	There was a faint gust of wind and feathers and Kojurou no longer sat beisde her instead was a large shimmering mint colored bird with the sharp features of an eagle with large delicate tail feathers that cascaded down the garden stone and swept gently along the grass, "I am not human, do I not serve Masamune sama well?" He asked, his beak not moving but she could hear him clear as day.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	She turned to face him, tears in her eyes. You do.. She reached out and carefully touched the birds cheek, cupping it gently with a clawed hand. You protected him when I could not, and you kept him company when I could not... I m so grateful to you, Kojurou, you ve kept what I love the most in this world safe.. She said with a soft smile.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He trilled softly, enjoying the soft show of affection, "It is my duty as his familiar to serve and protect him. I will serve you as best as I can as well."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I ll do my best from now on as well. She said, wiping her tears away with a firm nod.The two of them felt it at the same time, crushingly overwhelming magic, approaching fast through through the forest just in front of them. It had appeared out of no where, neither of them feeling it until it was nearly on top of them.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Kojurou jumped back into his human form immediately and barely formed a protective barrier in time. The magic was so overwhelming that it forced him to take a knee just to keep it up.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime was barely even able to summon her shadows to protect herself with, struggling to just keep them up and around her. Wh What s happening..!? She choked out, watching as a massive looming shadow slowly appeared in the tree line of the forest. What.. What is that..?! The massive creature had two glowing eyes, and from its shadowy mass looked to be sprouting tree roots and branches, but that was all that could be seen.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I'm not sure. But I can assure you, it is not human and it is horrendously powerful." He said, his voice straining.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Suddenly, the magic that made the air heavy vanished, the wind stopped, and the creature stopped moving forward. It appeared to be looking at Kojurou, letting out a deep rumble before speaking in an equally deep and ancient voice. You... You re the current heads familiar, are you not?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Kojurou cancelled his barrier and stood carefully, dusting off his coat, "I am." He replied simply, his voice still shaking from struggling with his barrier.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Why do you allow that demon to live then? It rumbled, meaning Megohime. I m just as much his fa Silence. The forest itself rumbled, and birds flew from the trees in fear.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I allow her to live because it is the will of my lord to have her live." He answered calmly. He turned his head Megohime and gave a small nod, "Please let me handle this, Megohime dono.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime didn t argue, only nodding, still shaking from the overwhelming power this being had exuded. And why does her permit such a thing to live within these walls? Walls? Did it mean the forest?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"She was once a witch that he had fallen in love with. She was returned to him after her death and transformation. She means no harm to the forest, she merely wishes to live in peace with my lord." He answered.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	It seemed to think about Kojurou s a series for a moment, then it exhaled slowly, the large glowing eyes disappearing as it closed them. Very well, I shall accept your answer.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I appreciate that. Arigatou." He said humbly, bowing respectfully.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	The creature only gave another low rumble, then slowly receded back into the forest, much more quietly then one would expect of a creature so large.Megohime turned to look at Kojurou, face pale. What was that..?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He shook his head, "I'm not sure. Maybe Masamune sama will know.." He said.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	How did he not wake up from that..? She slowly got the her feet, stumbling a bit before looking to the castle, which was completely quiet.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I'm sure he's up. Come on, let's go see if he knows anything." He said and headed inside.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime nodded and followed Kojurou inside, heart still pounding from seeing the beast, had that been what was chasing her through the forest?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	When they returned inside, Masamune was in fact awake and was working hard in his alchemy room."Masamune sama?""Kojurou!" Masamune flew to the railing to look at both of them, "Thank God, you're both ok!"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime still felt like she d turn to jelly right there. Hardly, but still in once piece thanks to Kojurou..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I've been trying to figure out what that thing was!" Masamune seemed eccentric as he headed back into his alchemy room. Kojurou furrowed his brows gently."You mean you don't know?""No! Why would I?!""Well...it is your property, Masamune sama.." Kojurou said as he headed up the stairs.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime made a face, using the shadows in the hallway to move closer to Masamune upstairs, trailing after him. That thing, it chased me when I first came back, it had the same energy to it.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"It did?" Masamune looked back in shock before looking down, the gears in his head turning. Kojurou entered the room, looking as serious as always."I've never felt any other energies coming from the woods before. So whatever it is, it's powerful." He said.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime made a face. But I m sure it didn t look like whatever was outside just now, it wasn t that big or even remotely that shape for the matter.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Maybe dad's old journal has something about it.." He said and headed out of the room to go to the library.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime trailed after him, hairs on her body still standing on end. I ve never felt magic like that, it felt like the magic that flows through the earth the kind that nymphs and other earth spirits use only magnified countless times...
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Masamune made a noise, acknowledging her words as he dug through the shelves for his father's diary. "He never liked talking to me, my dad...not after my curse..." He said, finding the book and slowly flipping through the pages.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime frowned and looked down at the floor. He didn t try to lift your curse?
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Nope." He didn't even look up from the diary, "Too ashamed, I guess."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Megohime felt her heart weigh heavy in her black chest. She didn t know what to say, her mother didn t exactly raise her to have a wide friend circle anyway. I m sorry.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Don't be, it isn't your fault." He finally looked up at her and smiled softly, "I appreciate that you even tried to lift it, even though I forced you."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Minehime and Hidemune had both completed another job, and after returning to the capital and giving their report, they were given a few days off as a break.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Ah, it's good to be home.." He said as he moved to lay in his small cot, "I missed you most of all, bed.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Minehime flopped down on the cot, letting out a soft sigh. It s nothing compared to a nest, but it feels good enough..
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"I bet if you could, you would steal all the blankets and pillows and make one of the corners your whole territory " He teased with a smile.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Th That s not how it works! He could see her blush from his bed.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He chuckled softly, "Oh, it isn't? Unfortunate."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Well, not how my species made nests... We usually carves out nests from rock, usually somewhere warm like hot springs or volcano s. That or we found out abandon nests. Her nose wriggled, and she sat up. That kids here.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Hm?" He lifted his head, "What kid? Oh, the young man from the corpse village?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Yeah, dunno why he s here.. I guess to sign up. She huffed softly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"He did mention that he wanted to.." He said, "We can't do much about it.." He sat up and sighed softly. "Well! Shall we go meet the new knight in training?"
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	I d rather not. She sat up and stood anyway. But you seem to like him, so whatever.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Aw, he may be different from the others." He said as he stood. He headed out of the barracks with her and headed to the main hall to see the recruits. Sure enough, Daisuke stood with the rest of the young men, looking as determined as the first time.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	They ll either all drop out or die. Minehime crosses her arms over her chest. I can guarantee half of them have never even held a sword before. Minehime like most of the other magical beings used in the orders had very good reason for her bitter attitude toward humans, they had taken her from her home and enslaved her, making her kill her own kind.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Hai. But if we're lucky we will get some kind souls." He told her, "We've had a couple of those."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	And look where their kind souls got them dead. She said disappointedly as she stood beside Hidemune, scowling softly.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He pet her head gently, "But we've had them. Remember there was one that brought you back jerky from his patrols "
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Minehime didn t like to talk about the soldiers who despite knowing she was a dragon, was kind to her. She chalked it up to her human appearance, that resembled a young girl, but never the less, Hidemune knew Minehime had mourned just as much as their families had when they were killed. They re all gone now.
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	"Hai...it might be my fault." He said, leaning against the railing, "I am an omen of death, after all.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	No! Not at all! You re wrong! Minehime moved closer to him. Its not your fault, it s the King, he s the one doing this terrible thing!
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	He looked down at her and gave a soft smile, "Of course...forgive me.."
Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)	Amaya was still trapped inside the small cabin in the woods, chained to the wall with a hot brazier nearly pressed against her. She was Sasuke s play thing when he needed, and when she wasn t, he tortured her for information, yet she gave him nothing.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Masamune sama?""I'm fine, Kojurou. Let's just go home. I'll find my own resources without them." Masamune stated.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime squeezed his hand gently as they walked, opting to remain at his side rather than return to his shadows.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

They took the back ways out of town so no one would freak out over Megohime's appearance. Masamune had long sense calmed down by the time they made it home but he kept holding her hand as they moved inside."Kojurou, could you ask the kitchen to make me some tea? I need to rest after all that.""Of course, Masamune sama." Kojurou replied and left through the opposite door.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime s ears fell a bit, frowning softly in worry. Masamune... I m sorry, I should ve protested more... I didn t think they would attack you like that..!

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He shook his head, "Don't worry about it, Mego. None of it is your fault. They don't understand the circumstances, only see the dangers." He told her.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She pressed her lips together, but nodded, following him up to his room. Can I do anything for you?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Keep being your same, beautiful self.." He told her with a gentle smile.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Her face flushed clear to her ears, and she sputtered a bit. Maybe you actually did get hit by a spell, you seem to be a bit delirious.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Maybe." He said before moving into his room, "Or maybe being near you makes me that way."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

You re terrible at flirting you know. She said softly, closing the door behind him and moving to draw the curtains to darken the room for him.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He moved to his chair and sat back, "Yeah, but it works." He smiled softly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime was a bit embarrassed to admit he was right, only moving over to the fireplace and starting a small fire to warm the room. I I only humor you, you know, I am a demon after all, I m terrible and wicked..! She fed the fire small scraps of bark and old news papers, blowing on it gently.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Wonderful and charming.." He corrected, smiling as he watched her, "Far more beautiful than before.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime tried to hide the fact that she liked the compliments he gave her, but her tail swaying slowly gave her away. H Hardly... Only my face looks relatively human..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"That's no bother to me. I see you now as I saw you then, a beautiful and smart young witch who got swept up with a schmuck like me."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Her tail only swayed more, like a pleased house cat after a treat from its master. I I won t deny that you re a schmuck.. He was her ear twitch, like she was listening hard for more compliments?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"A very lucky schmuck." He smiled, "More blessed than cursed to have such a lovely familiar until time stops."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime couldn t stop the smile or fight the tingling in her cheeks, loving every single word he spoke. I m sure Kojurou appreciates the sentiment. She joked, fire finally steady. She turned and moved over to Masamune, siting at his feet and resting her head against his thigh.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Ah, Kojurou is the cursed one, he's stuck with me." He chuckled, petting her hair gently.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She closed her eyes and relaxed against him, enjoying him petting her hair. Just like he s cursed with his ruggedly handsome looks thanks to his master? She teased.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He laughed softly, "Yeah, if he had his way, he would just stay as a bird "

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She opened her eyes and turned her head to look up at him. Did he look differently before? She asked curiously.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He nodded, "Yeah, when I summoned him, he was just some fuck huge bird...like a peacock but not. He had the fancy tail feathers and his body shimmered a pale emerald.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Huh.. Megohime rested her head back on his leg again. I ve never seen a spirit familiar be summoned.. Only ever demons.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"It's kinda similar, just no blood or bones and things.." He said, "Only elements..."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

I bet it s much prettier to see too. She said softly, watching the fire flicker and slowly consume the logs in the fire place.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Yeah, in a way..." He replied, drifting off a little with this relaxing moment he was having with her, "Your ritual was pretty too, because you were there.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

The tips of her pointed ears burned red, and Megohime gently took Masamune s hand, nuzzling his knuckles before kissing them gently. Smooth talker.. She said softly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He laughed softly, "Yeah...I do my best.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime held his hand and listened to his breathing until it became slow and steady. Once she was sure he was asleep, she carefully removed his boots and set them aside before covering him with a blanket, standing over him and gently brushing his hair from his face. You don t even have to try you know.. She whispered, then headed down and out to the garden.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She didn't know long she had been sitting out there before she felt another presence, "Didn't want to be cooped up in there?" Kojurou asked gently as he approached.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Ah... Sorta.. She said, resting her chin on her knees. I figured I d let him sleep for a while. She was watching the butterflies and dragonflies that flew in and out of the garden, a soft frown on her face. I almost got him killed again..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I don't believe Masamune sama sees it that way.." He said before gesturing to the spot beside her, "May I?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She looked and nodded, motioning to him that the spot was all his. I know, but how he feels is different.. In reality, had I not been there, they never would have attacked him..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"They would have turned on him eventually, regardless of his ties with you.." He told her, sitting beside her calmly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

What do you mean? Do they want to hurt him..!? Megohime asked, perking up and staring at Kojurou with worried eyes.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"The other familiars have spoken to me as a curtousy about the feelings their masters have for Masamune sama. Apparently, no one had really liked having a cursed wizard in their midst so they were planning to take his life should his curse become a problem." He said, "But they would have a difficult time with us around." He smirked.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime s face grew serious and she nodded, clenching her fist. They wouldn t even get too see his face. She said firmly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"They would barely come close to the manor before dealing with us." He said, "Your abilities as a familiar are only stronger with you once being a power witch in your time."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Her expression only fell again, and she sunk back down. In my time, huh...? I accidentally let it slip, the whole burning at the stake thing, his face looked so sad..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"It is still a rather sore subject for him. But in time the wound will heal. Faster now with you returned and safe." He assured

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Not much of me returned really.. She said with a sad smile. But I appreciate your words.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"What do you mean?" He asked, "If you don't mind my asking?"

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She felt the same tears of frustration coming to her eyes just like every time she looked in the mirror. My body, it s barely human, the only thing human about me is my face... She held up a pitch black arm, claws glinting in the sunlight. Sure I m a familiar, but at least you have a human form...

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"You have a singular form that looks human despite these things." He told her, "I was not born with a human guise, mine was given. Do not let such a small thing such as your appearance hinder you, or you won't serve our lord well." Sure, it sounded rude, but he was right. Her gifts differed drastically from his, but they both served Masamune the same.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

She blinked and let her arm drop back down to her side. He was right, she was so focused on how she looked, that she hadn t even really let it sink in just how much more powerful she was now. She rested her chin on her knees, thinking quietly. Masamune had never been bothered by the way she looked, even with her hooves and tail, he still flirted with her. He still pet her head, and he still tried buying horrendously ugly dresses for her to wear.

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There was a faint gust of wind and feathers and Kojurou no longer sat beisde her instead was a large shimmering mint colored bird with the sharp features of an eagle with large delicate tail feathers that cascaded down the garden stone and swept gently along the grass, "I am not human, do I not serve Masamune sama well?" He asked, his beak not moving but she could hear him clear as day.

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She turned to face him, tears in her eyes. You do.. She reached out and carefully touched the birds cheek, cupping it gently with a clawed hand. You protected him when I could not, and you kept him company when I could not... I m so grateful to you, Kojurou, you ve kept what I love the most in this world safe.. She said with a soft smile.

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He trilled softly, enjoying the soft show of affection, "It is my duty as his familiar to serve and protect him. I will serve you as best as I can as well."

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I ll do my best from now on as well. She said, wiping her tears away with a firm nod.The two of them felt it at the same time, crushingly overwhelming magic, approaching fast through through the forest just in front of them. It had appeared out of no where, neither of them feeling it until it was nearly on top of them.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Kojurou jumped back into his human form immediately and barely formed a protective barrier in time. The magic was so overwhelming that it forced him to take a knee just to keep it up.

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Megohime was barely even able to summon her shadows to protect herself with, struggling to just keep them up and around her. Wh What s happening..!? She choked out, watching as a massive looming shadow slowly appeared in the tree line of the forest. What.. What is that..?! The massive creature had two glowing eyes, and from its shadowy mass looked to be sprouting tree roots and branches, but that was all that could be seen.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I'm not sure. But I can assure you, it is not human and it is horrendously powerful." He said, his voice straining.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Suddenly, the magic that made the air heavy vanished, the wind stopped, and the creature stopped moving forward. It appeared to be looking at Kojurou, letting out a deep rumble before speaking in an equally deep and ancient voice. You... You re the current heads familiar, are you not?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Kojurou cancelled his barrier and stood carefully, dusting off his coat, "I am." He replied simply, his voice still shaking from struggling with his barrier.

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Why do you allow that demon to live then? It rumbled, meaning Megohime. I m just as much his fa Silence. The forest itself rumbled, and birds flew from the trees in fear.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I allow her to live because it is the will of my lord to have her live." He answered calmly. He turned his head Megohime and gave a small nod, "Please let me handle this, Megohime dono.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime didn t argue, only nodding, still shaking from the overwhelming power this being had exuded. And why does her permit such a thing to live within these walls? Walls? Did it mean the forest?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"She was once a witch that he had fallen in love with. She was returned to him after her death and transformation. She means no harm to the forest, she merely wishes to live in peace with my lord." He answered.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

It seemed to think about Kojurou s a series for a moment, then it exhaled slowly, the large glowing eyes disappearing as it closed them. Very well, I shall accept your answer.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I appreciate that. Arigatou." He said humbly, bowing respectfully.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

The creature only gave another low rumble, then slowly receded back into the forest, much more quietly then one would expect of a creature so large.Megohime turned to look at Kojurou, face pale. What was that..?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He shook his head, "I'm not sure. Maybe Masamune sama will know.." He said.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

How did he not wake up from that..? She slowly got the her feet, stumbling a bit before looking to the castle, which was completely quiet.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I'm sure he's up. Come on, let's go see if he knows anything." He said and headed inside.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime nodded and followed Kojurou inside, heart still pounding from seeing the beast, had that been what was chasing her through the forest?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

When they returned inside, Masamune was in fact awake and was working hard in his alchemy room."Masamune sama?""Kojurou!" Masamune flew to the railing to look at both of them, "Thank God, you're both ok!"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime still felt like she d turn to jelly right there. Hardly, but still in once piece thanks to Kojurou..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I've been trying to figure out what that thing was!" Masamune seemed eccentric as he headed back into his alchemy room. Kojurou furrowed his brows gently."You mean you don't know?""No! Why would I?!""Well...it is your property, Masamune sama.." Kojurou said as he headed up the stairs.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime made a face, using the shadows in the hallway to move closer to Masamune upstairs, trailing after him. That thing, it chased me when I first came back, it had the same energy to it.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"It did?" Masamune looked back in shock before looking down, the gears in his head turning. Kojurou entered the room, looking as serious as always."I've never felt any other energies coming from the woods before. So whatever it is, it's powerful." He said.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime made a face. But I m sure it didn t look like whatever was outside just now, it wasn t that big or even remotely that shape for the matter.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Maybe dad's old journal has something about it.." He said and headed out of the room to go to the library.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime trailed after him, hairs on her body still standing on end. I ve never felt magic like that, it felt like the magic that flows through the earth the kind that nymphs and other earth spirits use only magnified countless times...

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Masamune made a noise, acknowledging her words as he dug through the shelves for his father's diary. "He never liked talking to me, my dad...not after my curse..." He said, finding the book and slowly flipping through the pages.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime frowned and looked down at the floor. He didn t try to lift your curse?

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Nope." He didn't even look up from the diary, "Too ashamed, I guess."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Megohime felt her heart weigh heavy in her black chest. She didn t know what to say, her mother didn t exactly raise her to have a wide friend circle anyway. I m sorry.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Don't be, it isn't your fault." He finally looked up at her and smiled softly, "I appreciate that you even tried to lift it, even though I forced you."

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Minehime and Hidemune had both completed another job, and after returning to the capital and giving their report, they were given a few days off as a break.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Ah, it's good to be home.." He said as he moved to lay in his small cot, "I missed you most of all, bed.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Minehime flopped down on the cot, letting out a soft sigh. It s nothing compared to a nest, but it feels good enough..

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"I bet if you could, you would steal all the blankets and pillows and make one of the corners your whole territory " He teased with a smile.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Th That s not how it works! He could see her blush from his bed.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He chuckled softly, "Oh, it isn't? Unfortunate."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Well, not how my species made nests... We usually carves out nests from rock, usually somewhere warm like hot springs or volcano s. That or we found out abandon nests. Her nose wriggled, and she sat up. That kids here.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Hm?" He lifted his head, "What kid? Oh, the young man from the corpse village?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Yeah, dunno why he s here.. I guess to sign up. She huffed softly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"He did mention that he wanted to.." He said, "We can't do much about it.." He sat up and sighed softly. "Well! Shall we go meet the new knight in training?"

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

I d rather not. She sat up and stood anyway. But you seem to like him, so whatever.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Aw, he may be different from the others." He said as he stood. He headed out of the barracks with her and headed to the main hall to see the recruits. Sure enough, Daisuke stood with the rest of the young men, looking as determined as the first time.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

They ll either all drop out or die. Minehime crosses her arms over her chest. I can guarantee half of them have never even held a sword before. Minehime like most of the other magical beings used in the orders had very good reason for her bitter attitude toward humans, they had taken her from her home and enslaved her, making her kill her own kind.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

"Hai. But if we're lucky we will get some kind souls." He told her, "We've had a couple of those."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

And look where their kind souls got them dead. She said disappointedly as she stood beside Hidemune, scowling softly.

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He pet her head gently, "But we've had them. Remember there was one that brought you back jerky from his patrols "

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Minehime didn t like to talk about the soldiers who despite knowing she was a dragon, was kind to her. She chalked it up to her human appearance, that resembled a young girl, but never the less, Hidemune knew Minehime had mourned just as much as their families had when they were killed. They re all gone now.

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"Hai...it might be my fault." He said, leaning against the railing, "I am an omen of death, after all.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

No! Not at all! You re wrong! Minehime moved closer to him. Its not your fault, it s the King, he s the one doing this terrible thing!

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

He looked down at her and gave a soft smile, "Of course...forgive me.."

Mornië utúlië (1x1 w/ Jikkah)

Amaya was still trapped inside the small cabin in the woods, chained to the wall with a hot brazier nearly pressed against her. She was Sasuke s play thing when he needed, and when she wasn t, he tortured her for information, yet she gave him nothing.