#What Is The Difference Between A Reiki Table And A

[meadow-selfship]

Hans Gruber x Minoes (s/i): Temperance

This is a prompt fill for Self-indulgent September, for the prompt 'Magic' :)). I wanted to pair it with the least magical f/o, so here it is for Hans <3. The tarot deck used is the Thoth deck by Aleister Crowley - but not that his version of the card Temperance is named Art. I kept it as Temperance to tie in with the theme of this fic.

Title: Temperance

Summary: Hans searches out the daughter of an old associate of his, and finds her reading tarot cards at a festival. Out of place as he may be at a spiritual festival, he has a good time getting to know her. She reads his cards before he reveals that the game they are playing is all his.

Warnings: gun. deception. kidnapping. sfw.

Wordcount: 2882

Divider by saradika

Incense smoke hung heavy in the air. Hans looked around at the many small booths at the festival grounds, observant as a predator on the hunt. Who would be his mouse? Soft flute music mixed with the chatter. He stuck out like a sore thumb between the colourful hippies and the casually dressed, but there were some other men like him around. Rich men with heavy golden watches around their wrists. Most of them accompanied younger women with crystal necklaces and a tattoo of their zodiac sign on their bicep. It was an interesting change of pace from the urban locations he usually scoped out.

The booths with jewellery alternated ones with posters of wolves and foxes, or essential oils, or hand sewn velvet drawstring bags for crystals; then a woman who gave belly dancing workshops; a man who advertised his mediumship and promised to get you in touch with your ancestors; another who did reiki massage and crystal healing. So on and so forth. Hans didn't care, but he did care about the exact paths of entry into the grounds, where he parked his car, what he will say once he’s found his prey.

He cringed as he felt a headache form from the conflicting incense smells, but reminded himself of his purpose here. His lip quirked up as he imagined the fruits of his schemes, all coming together. There, he saw the booth, just up ahead. It was a tent of sorts, not that it looked very sturdy, with draping fabrics in deep jewel tones like the wings of beetles. A sign outside read 'tarot readings', and a list of prices underneath. Two people stood outside it, talking softly but animatedly, holding hands tightly. Maybe they just came out, and now had a lot to process. It was too dark to see inside, past the beaded curtain that shimmered like rain droplets on a window.

He entered, the beaded curtain tinkling behind him. Letting his eyes adjust to the dark, first there were only more fabrics, more gleaming beads, crystals, fringed tablecloths... He almost scoffed at the garish decorations. Then he saw her. His mouse. A smile appeared on his face, and he stepped closer with an air of ease. The air of a panther.

She sat at a small table, with several different velvets draped over it. Sitting on a comfortable arm chair, she had her legs crossed in a relaxed posture. He has entered her space, her bubble. In contrast to all of the overly maximalist fabrics, patterns, beads, decorations, mirrors, crystals and colours - she dressed only in black. A waterfall of black wavy hair fell down over her shoulders, half of it pinned up behind her head, long enough that he couldn't tell where it ended, hidden by the table cloth. He didn't recognise much of her father in her, but then again; her father didn't wear kajal nor lipstick.

"Hello, miss..."

"Welcome," she said, and he got the sense that she waited for him to take it all in, waited until he noticed her, to greet him. That she sat there, observing him as he looked around. Despite his less than kind purpose in coming here, it unsettled him for a second. He had to remind himself that he likely wasn't the first sceptic she met.

"It's Minoes, or miss Van der Linden, as the sign says. Come, sit," she said, softly, gesturing to the chair opposite of her. He loved this part of the hunt; seeing her in her element, unsuspecting, so at ease with a man like him.

He sat down on the chair. It wobbled a little on the uneven grass, even though the ground was covered by a Persian tapestry. She smelled of patchouli, and it was refreshing to smell something else than incense. He took her in more closely. The details that her passport photo didn't reveal; soft hairs by her temples, the playful glisten in her eyes, how she was older than in the pictures he saw of her, yet she felt livelier, the roundness of her cheeks, that her double chin showed when she looked down at her deck of cards. The rings she wore, silver with garnet stones (cheap, but the colour suited her), and how they pulled his attention to her hands and the long nails that tapped against the cards’ surface.

"I like your suit," she said, checking him out unashamedly. 

"Thank you," he said, trying another smile. She reached for her cards with an ease of someone having done this so many times before. Perhaps it was the atmosphere, or the copious amounts of smoke, that got to his head, but the way she moved was magnetic. He was sucked in, just watching her move, her fingers dancing to straighten out the layers of tablecloth, then pick up the cards again.

"What brings you here?" she asked. Professional. To the point. She observed him closely as she shuffled the cards slowly, letting them fall from palm to palm.

"I'd like a reading," he said. "That is what you do, yes?"

She clacked her tongue at him, shaking her head softly, the sounds of cards being shuffled coming to a stop. "I doubt you actually want a reading. But that's alright, I can do one anyway, if you're curious, or want to pass the time. It makes no difference to me."

He stiffened. Did she know something? "A reading will be fine."

Minoes extended her hand over the table, palm up, then when he didn't respond, she raised her eyebrows at him, making a 'come here' motion. He gave her his hand, which she then planted, palm open, on the velvet cloth. In it, she put the tarot deck. "Try shuffling it."

They laid heavy and warm in his hand, awkwardly sharp at the corners. He frowned at her. "I thought that was your job."

"We know each other, don't we?" she asked, narrowing her eyes at him, leaning her chin on her hand. "You feel familiar."

Hans chuckled, letting himself laugh to distract from his unease. "I feel familiar?"

She smiled back and shrugged. "Like one of my dad's old friends. Same accent too."

He quieted, debating on how far to carry his ruse. Was she truly this perceptive? Or did anyone with a German accent remind her of his old crew?

She waved him to give her the deck back and he did. "Men like you often give me less trouble when I've compared them to my father." And she grinned, eyes twinkling. 

Was that it? A mere tactic? For a second he was stunned. Perhaps there was more to here than he thought; a far more calculating personality underneath the velvet and the fringe. Truly Thomas’ daughter.

Yet, Hans couldn't resist. Lowly, he asked: "What kind of men did your father have as friends?"

She shrugged and shuffled the cards some more, dividing the deck into stacks, then shuffling again. "Business men, mostly. I'm sure you're a lot nicer than you appear, when you keep an open mind."

He almost laughed at the absurd irony of the situation, but held himself back from showing teeth just yet. The gun in his waistband pressed hard against his stomach. Patience, there was time, he bade himself. He'd enjoy it more if he practiced temperance. Done shuffling, she laid out three cards, facing down, on the tablecloth.

"No, that's not right," she mumbled to herself, and placed another two down, underneath the first three. He wondered if she believed in the cards, in their magic, or if it was just a job to her. A means to an end. "Are you a sceptic?"

The question was rather disarming, especially in the tone she used. So honest.

"I can't say I've ever had a reading before," he said. She nodded, and took another moment too long to look at him. Even outside thrill of the hunt, he was starting to enjoy himself. 

"You're very diplomatic, I like that," she mused, and turned over the first card. A man sitting atop a throne, clad in red , holding a sceptre, all in red and yellows, an array of symbols and animals around him. "This represents you." 

He frowned at her words. It looked nothing like him. Then she turned over the second one: a fountain with two fishes, streams of water flowing from a flower at the top of it, into two large cups. "That's your near future. A positive card, the Two of Cups. A card of infatuation. Now the question remains: who is the lucky one?"

The third of the first row: a figure on a surface of water, so still it perfectly mirrored the image above, yet her face was shrouded in ripples of mist. Lotus flowers floated on the water in perfect symmetry. It read: Queen of Cups.

"Ah, that's good. Fitting."

Hans leaned forward, trying to see what she saw. He wondered if she saw the delight of his sweet revenge. Or his deception. She looked up from the cards, long nail tapping at the first card. "The first one represents you. The second one is a situation that is taking shape in your near future. Let's start with there. It's possibly a new meeting, or a new connection that is growing between you and someone else. It could also depict a skill you're picking up that is bringing you a lot of joy. Something on the emotional plane, something you feel strongly about."

Hans didn't hide his grin. Something bringing him a lot of joy? He couldn't wait to see Thomas' face after he knew Hans had his precious daughter in his grasp.

"Continuing on to the Queen here, she represents the energy of the person you'll meet. An emotional, dreamy energy. If it represents a person, it's someone who fascinates you, who seems to bewitch you against all rationality. She touches parts of you deep within. Rest assured, as a partner, she's deeply loving. If it's a skill, it's something that lets you clear your mind and daydream during it, something that makes you wiser in the long run."

Minoes noticed him quirking an eyebrow at her words and held back a sigh. "It'll make sense later. In a month you'll remember this reading and think 'huh, perhaps Minoes was right after all'. When things are unfolding, it’s hard to find clarity, and if you’re not used to the cards and their way of speaking, that clarity will come later."

Unexpectedly touched by her conviction in her skills, Hans let out a soft laugh. Her annoyance withered away quick.

"Moving back to you; the Emperor. A strong card. A man of order, a man who strives for domination of the mind over nature, who wants clarity, who wants his structure to rule over all. Does that sounds like you?"

"What if it doesn't?" he asked, amused.

She raised her eyebrows at him. "If I take just one look at you; the suit and that Swiss watch on your wrist, I know enough."

He chuckled. "Fair enough. What else?"

Minoes reached over to turn over the remaining two cards. The first one depicted a strange double figure pouring different elements - fire and water - into a cup. The second one showed many swords on a blue background. It didn't look like a happy card at all.

"I love how this card, Temperance, marries the colours of the Emperor and the Two of Cups, do you see that?" she tapped the card with her long nail, pointing to the red bird that resembled the red in the Emperor card. "There is balance here, visually, which is very fitting to you."

She could be reading from a dictionary and he'd still listen to her, he thought. No longer with his hunt on his mind, he enjoyed this – she was charismatic in a disarming way, practiced and graceful, and he easily imagined anyone less sceptical than him hanging on to her every word. Even he felt himself drawn in by her, by the sparkle in her eyes, the slightest of smiles pulling at the corner of her mouth as she looked at the cards, explaining it all with such ease, the way she seemed to look right through him.

God, that a man as idiotic as Thomas could have a daughter this darling...

"In the dynamic that is presented here, a fault of yours would be to exert too tight a grip on what or who you love, which ends up lessening the joy you feel in the connection or skill you’re building. And you judge harshly. Not of others, necessarily - of yourself. A perfectionist. If you can’t go along with the flow of water that is in both the two of cups and the queen of cups, that feeling of adoration will wither quick."

"Noted."

She moved on to the blue card, the last one. "The other one... Well, this is not such a joyful card. It represents bad compromises, or someone close to you being dishonest. Innocence is used against one's self and taken advantage of. The colour scheme aligns all too well with the Queen, so unfortunately, it doesn't look as pleasant for that side of the equation. If this applies to the Queen as a person, she has lost her usual calm and no longer sees clearly."

Oh, she saw his deception after all. He delighted in having exercised patience and let her do her thing.

"To tie this together, your side of this reading is very balanced, exactly as you’d prefer." As she was still bent over the cards, Hans unbuttoned his suit jacket and reached inside. "The cards are in your favour, sir." Minoes smiled at him, glad to give him good news, whether he believed her or not.

The moment the gun landed on the table, pointing away from her still, her smile faltered – and his grew. Calmness washed over him. This was his game now.

"Liebling, let's do it the easy way. You're coming with me."

"So I was right," she said, face blank, eyeing the gun, her posture stiff. She sat up straight to face him, holding herself steady with her hands gripping her thighs. "Which one of them are you? Tony? He was always a bit out of control. Or Fritz, or Heinrich?"

"Hans."

She nodded once. "Hans."

"Pleasure to make your acquaintance." He couldn't hold back his giddiness. Revenge, sweeter than honey, kissed his lips, and he was famished for it. He extended his free hand. "Come, up. Let us keep it civil."

"So this is all because of my dad? The whole ruse? Why even let me finish the reading, then?"

"We have time to chat later, Mausi, now get up."

Minoes flinched at his menacing tone, but still didn't budge. "Where to?"

He gave her an annoyed look, one that made her heart tighten with fear. There was a gun on the table and he didn't look angry, but annoyed. Her lack of cooperation was only a minor nuisance to him. She knew what these men were capable of, that's why her dad got out in the only way he thought possible; one that now bit her in the ass. The unfairness of it was bitter in her mouth.

Hans... He used to be reasonable. A strategist. Not that he didn't get his hands dirty when he had to, but this is better than if it were Tony. Yes, she decided, and briskly stood up. He followed her, gun in hand, but before he could grab her arm, she tidied up her cards and grabbed the pouch from the side and tucked them inside.

He gave an exasperated look. "You're bringing those?"

His hand was tight on her upper arm, guiding her towards the beaded curtain. Even to outsiders this wouldn't look civil, he'd have to keep her in check, once outside the tent.

"Being kidnapped seems like a rather dull affair," she bit. "Now will you put the gun away, you’ve made your point – there’s no need for it."

The corner of his mouth quirked upwards; a bit of her father's feistiness in her after all. "Are you sure you can behave?" And tucked it back in his waistband. The moment he did, was the moment she tried it: elbowing him in the ribs and going for his gun. Instead, she found herself slammed, face first, down on the small table, an arm twisted painfully behind her back.

He clacked his tongue. "I hoped your father raised you better than that." The displeased curl of his voice was too hot by her ear, and it tingled in all the wrong ways.

She bit her tongue not to let out any immature curses, and he let her up. He pulled her to him by her hair, angling her face up to his. "Going to be good now?"

Swallowing thickly, she nodded. He enjoyed the thoughts flashing across her face, the fear, the uncertainty, finally; how she gave in. Allowing himself to let the moment linger for a little longer, savouring it, before letting go.

He directed her out of the venue with a tightly guiding hand and a pleased smile. Had he ever had a revenge sweeter than this?

[urjahealing]

Reiki: Discover the Healing Power of Energy Within You

In the realm of holistic healing, Reiki emerges as a gentle yet profound form of energy therapy that promotes balance, health, and well-being. 

It’s a technique with roots in Japanese tradition, focusing on the transfer of universal energy from practitioner to patient, enhancing the body's natural ability to heal itself through the balancing of energy. 

This blog post delves into the essence of Reiki, unraveling how this ancient practice can tap into the latent healing power within you.

Understanding Reiki: A Brief Overview

The term Reiki comes from two Japanese words – 'Rei,' meaning "universal," and 'Ki,' meaning "life energy." This life force energy is known by various names across cultures: 'Chi' in China, 'Prana' in India, and 'Ti' or 'Ki' in Hawaii. 

The concept is that life force energy flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. When one's life force energy is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy.

Reiki was developed in the early 20th century by Mikao Usui. After a profound spiritual experience, Usui dedicated his life to the practice and teaching of Reiki and established a method for others to tap into this healing energy. 

Today, Reiki is not affiliated with any particular religion or religious practice and is used worldwide by people of all walks of life.

The Healing Power of Reiki

Reiki heals by flowing through the affected parts of the energy field and charging them with positive energy. 

It raises the vibratory level of the energy field in and around the physical body where the negative thoughts and feelings are attached. This causes the negative energy to break apart and fall away. 

In so doing, Reiki clears, straightens, and heals the energy pathways, thus allowing the life force to flow in a healthy and natural way.

Reiki treatment is holistic, working on the body, mind, and spirit. It’s a simple, natural, and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. 

It has been effective in helping virtually every known illness and malady and always creates a beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

The Reiki Session: What to Expect

During a Reiki session, the patient remains clothed and lies on a comfortable surface, like a massage table. 

The Reiki practitioner places their hands lightly on or just above the patient’s body, palms down, using a series of 12 to 15 different hand positions. Each position is held for a few minutes, depending on how much Reiki the client needs at each position.

The entire treatment usually lasts between 45 to 90 minutes. Patients often enter a deep state of peace and relaxation during the session. 

Some feel a warming sensation where the practitioner's hands are placed, experience a tingling sensation throughout their body, or see colors or visions. Others may feel emotional release or a sense of being nurtured and cared for. The experiences can vary greatly from person to person and session to session.

The Benefits of Reiki

Practitioners and patients of Reiki report a wide range of benefits. These may include:

Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Reiki is well-known for its ability to trigger the body's relaxation response and help the patient enter a state of deep relaxation.

Improved Sleep: Many people find that Reiki helps them sleep better at night, which in turn, can improve overall health and well-being.

Emotional Clarity and Spiritual Growth: Reiki can enhance personal awareness and help one to become more in tune with their inner selves.

Pain Management: While Reiki is not a cure for diseases or conditions, it may assist in managing pain and discomfort by promoting relaxation and supporting the body’s healing processes.

Enhanced Well-being: People who receive Reiki treatments often report a sense of increased vitality and well-being, which can manifest in various aspects of life.

Learning Reiki: The Path to Self-Healing

One of the unique aspects of Reiki is that it is not taught in the usual sense but is transferred to the student during a Reiki class. This process is called an attunement and is performed by a Reiki master. 

It allows the student to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" to improve one's health and enhance the quality of life.

The ability to learn Reiki is not dependent on intellectual capacity, nor does one have to be able to meditate. It does not take years of practice. 

It is simply passed on from the teacher to the student. As soon as this happens, one has and can do Reiki. Because of this, it is easily learned by anyone.

Reiki's teachings and attunements are typically divided into three degrees or levels:

First Degree: 

The first degree opens the energy channels on a physical level, allowing the practitioner to connect to the universal life force energy, which flows from the cosmos through the crown of the head and down to the heart and hands.

Second Degree: 

This level teaches how to practice Reiki on others and send energy remotely to people, situations, and events.

Master Level: 

The Reiki Master Level is traditionally considered the teacher's level—a practitioner who has received the energy and knowledge to attune new Reiki practitioners.

Integrating Reiki into Daily Life

Incorporating Reiki into your daily routine can serve as a vital tool for self-care and empowerment. A daily self-treatment can be a way to restore balance and harmonize your energy levels. 

You can also use Reiki principles and meditations to foster a sense of peace and purpose in your life.  Moreover, Reiki can complement other therapeutic and medical techniques. 

It's often used in hospitals and clinics as a means to speed up the healing process and alleviate the side effects of conventional treatments.

Why Choose Urja Healing Center For Reiki Healing 

Choosing a Reiki healing center is a deeply personal decision that can influence your experience and the benefits you receive from the practice. Urja Healing Centre has distinguished itself as a premier destination for those seeking Reiki healing, and there are several compelling reasons why individuals may choose this sanctuary for their energy healing journey.

Experienced Practitioners: 

At the heart of Urja Healing Centre are its experienced Reiki masters and practitioners. With years of dedicated practice, the healers at Urja not only have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of Reiki but also possess the intuitive touch that is crucial for facilitating profound healing experiences. The level of expertise available at Urja Healing Center means that you're in the hands of professionals who can tailor the Reiki sessions to your individual needs and energy patterns.

Comprehensive Reiki Programs: 

Urja Healing Centre offers a comprehensive range of Reiki programs, from introductory sessions for beginners to advanced training for those looking to become practitioners themselves. This holistic approach ensures that wherever you are on your Reiki journey, the center has a program that can cater to your level of experience and interest. Their programs cover various Reiki styles and complementary healing techniques, providing a rich and diverse learning environment.

Personalized Healing Approach: 

Reiki is not a one-size-fits-all remedy. The practitioners at Urja Healing Centre understand that each individual comes with their own unique energy field and life experiences. Therefore, they emphasize a personalized healing approach, taking the time to understand your specific concerns and health goals. This tailored experience ensures that the healing you receive is aligned with what you need most for your body, mind, and spirit.

Serene and Supportive Environment: 

The atmosphere of a healing center is vital to supporting the energy work being done. Urja Healing Centre is designed to be a tranquil oasis that fosters relaxation and openness, allowing clients to feel at ease as they embark on their healing process. The peaceful ambiance, combined with the supportive staff, creates an ideal environment for positive energy flow and deep healing.

Holistic Health Focus: 

Understanding that true healing often requires a multifaceted approach, Urja Healing Centre incorporates a holistic philosophy. Alongside Reiki, the center may offer additional services such as meditation sessions, nutrition counseling, and stress management workshops, all aimed at supporting your overall health and well-being. This recognition of the interconnectedness of various aspects of health sets Urja apart as a center that looks at the bigger picture.

Continuous Learning and Development: 

Reiki is a practice that evolves and deepens over time. Urja Healing Centre shows a commitment to continuous learning and development, both for their practitioners and clients. They stay abreast of the latest research in energy healing and incorporate this knowledge into their practice and teachings. This dedication to growth ensures that you are receiving Reiki that not only honors traditional wisdom but is also informed by contemporary understanding.

Community and Support Network: 

Healing can be a transformative but challenging journey. At Urja Healing Center, you become part of a community of like-minded individuals who are on similar paths. This network provides emotional support and motivation, ensuring that you don't feel isolated in your experience. Regular community events and sharing circles can deepen your practice and understanding of Reiki, offering a sense of belonging and shared purpose.

Ethical and Heart-Centered Practice: 

Trust and safety are paramount in energy healing. Urja Healing Centre is known for its ethical, heart-centered practice where the highest standards of conduct are upheld. The respect and care shown to clients are of utmost importance, providing a secure and nurturing space for healing and personal growth.

Satisfaction and Testimonials: 

The success of a Reiki center can often be measured by the satisfaction of its clients. Urja Healing Centre boasts glowing testimonials from individuals who have experienced significant improvements in their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Hearing or reading about these personal stories can offer assurance of the center’s ability to provide effective and transformative Reiki healing experiences.

Conclusion

Reiki represents a form of healing that is holistic, natural, and non-invasive. It serves as a complement to traditional medicine and is practiced in various settings, including hospitals, private practices, and self-care. 

The practice of Reiki is a testament to the profound effects that energy healing can have on the body, mind, and spirit. 

It’s a healing modality that empowers individuals to engage actively with their own health and well-being, connecting them to the universal life force energy that supports and sustains all of life.

By discovering Reiki, we open ourselves up to the possibility of not only healing but also to the potential for growth, transformation, and a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all things. 

Whether you are looking for stress reduction, emotional healing, or spiritual growth, Reiki offers a unique path to achieving harmony and balance in your life.

[kn0ckkn0ckneo]

i'm sitting at my kitchen table trying to wrap my head around dots i've been connecting. just a moment ago i was speechless & i wanted to cry & i wanted to scream & i wanted to talk to somebody about what was going through my mind, but these matters are not to be shared w/just anyone. quite frankly, i think many would believe i've gone mad. i'm not quite sure where to begin with this, but i will give it my best shot. i found it important i document my discoveries/progress/experiences.. thoughts, feelings- all of it.

7 years ago i moved to cabo san lucas for the first time. one night i was talking on the phone w/i don't remember who, but i was walking up the hill going towards my house & i looked up at the sky & there were about 6 white, glowing orbs in the sky. they were a bit scattered & looked like very large stars. i didn't think much of it, i was on the phone & distracted walking up the hill. i looked down to watch my step but looked back up at the sky & the white orbs started to move & arrange themselves diagonally into a straight line. i remember stopping the person on the other line that was speaking & telling them what i was witnessing. i told them i would call them back because i wanted to record this on my phone. i opened the camera, & well, 7 years ago my android phone camera was a piece of crap. you couldn't see a damn thing. i watched these white orbs get into line & then they started to ascend further into the sky all together. they faded into the night slowly, but also happened fast. it almost seemed like time did not exist right then.

about 1yr 1/2 ago i got into deep meditation religiously. i was addicted to it because there was so much that was going on through meditation back then, spiritual awakening was a major theme for me. in one occasion when i was meditating i heard the word "freedom" from a male voice. his voice sounded so warm & so soothing. it woke me from my meditation & i couldn't stop thinking about it for the rest of the day. on another occasion not too far from that day i heard the word "Yasmite" from the same voice! i remember waking from meditation abruptly. i stood straight up from my seat, yanked off my blindfold & shot my eyes wide open. i immediately started to google this word & i kept getting stuff on Yosemite. but then i finally found a website that describes the meanings of names & Yasmite was on there. i could not believe what i had read. i will paste a part of it here:

"Yasmite meaning: Energy, helper, stimulator

Yasmite possesses a great sensitivity to higher vibrations and even psychic information. However, in order to find peace within themselves, they must learn to control this flow of energy. Yasmite possesses a bridge between the unconscious and conscious, giving them a unique ability to channel this power in ways that can be life-changing for themselves and those around them. Those with the name Yasmite have the potential to tap into a deep well of intuition and knowledge, and to use this power to bring about positive change in their lives and the lives of others. By learning to harness this power and use it for good, Yasmite can create a brighter future for themselves and those around them."

so i understood that Yasmite wasn't just a word, it's a name.. it's a whole person, an identity.

for several nights, not necessarily in a row or too close to each other, but somewhere between a span of 8 months more or less, i've been having dreams about quartz. different kinds of crystals, but a lot of them resemble the same type/shape. in one of my dreams i remember that the crystals i use to perform healing when i do reiki fell to the dirt & i reached down to grab them with dirt & all. it didn't make sense to me then, but it makes a lot of sense now. i'll tell you in a minute why. on another occasion, which i believe is the most recent of dreams related to crystals, i dreamt that i was traveling on the water of the ocean, very deep into the ocean, but not underneath it. in my dream i remembered my fear of the ocean, this is where i became aware that i was "dreaming," so i just remembered how the ocean always seems to want to swallow me aggressively whenever i am nearby, but then suddenly there crystals appeared through the ocean. they looked a lot like the angel aura crystals. they were purple, but they had the same shape that i usually see in my dreams. i woke up after that.

so, recently i started reading my Alien Races book again & this is where i kind of lost it. last night i started reading about Centaurian Systems & the race that specifically grabbed my attention were the Telosi (Telosii). The Telosii settled on Terra (earth) before the last Ice Age. Terrans often confuse them or remember them by Lemurians, but apparently this is not true. They happen to be more like the Atlanteans (from Atlantis), since their civilization extended in the Atlantic Ocean & it's shores!! THE OCEAN. the whole Centaurian colonies use crystals & gems w/their science & have cities built from them. the Telosii's mission is to help Terrans decode ancient knowledge. They are the ones behind the crop circles leaving geometrical clues guiding the decoding of a lost science. the Telosii are also behind the origin of the "Telosi Crystals," commonly & erroneously known as the "Lemurian Quartz. bitch, i fucking googled that shit & guess the fuck WHAT... ? the same damn crystals i've been seeing in my DREAMS!!! these crystals are encoded KEYS used to unlock ancient knowledge. wherever these crystals are found naturally, Telosii are nearby. the Telosii are an underground civilization & they have a plant based diet.

now, to conclude the Telosii discoveries, their ships. guess what shape their ships are. WHITE, GLOWING ORBS. they can also be discal, but they mainly travel in the orbs. i've seen these orbs in the desert as well & i've seen them over the ocean & under. but i will save that story for another time. what i need to figure out is how am i connected to the Centaurians/Telosii? the dirt with the crystals in my dreams... they were giving me hints about where this colony is. i still don't know what the purpose of all of this is, but i will find out soon. it's been years of this journey. the ETs, they don't reach out a whole lot, they have more important things to do than hang out w/the Terrans. however, my connection w/them has been more frequent now than it has ever been my whole life. i've had some engagements with the Anunnaki, an interference w/a Ciakahrr species for a second, Arcturians & some others i still have not figured out what their race is yet.

going back quickly to the Yasmite thing... i think that's my name. i've felt it in my gut ever since i heard it. honestly... i don't feel like i am here most of the time. it's almost like i'm in a whole other dimension. i feel like my frequency doesn't match anyone i've met. i think my friend Robert was probably the only one i could say was something beyond this world. i feel like one day, when i am ready, i am going to give myself to the ocean. idk why that just feels right. that is how i choose to go. i am going to give myself to the ocean. drowning doesn't sound fun, but i feel like i need to return there.

[softersinned]

...so maybe she should be stricter about this rule. The man in front of her is bloody and halfway to delirious, and he slumps onto the floor of her shop, in front of the counter. He says something about chalices and Astoria pinches the bridge of her nose for a moment and considers the myriad merits of saying no thank you this is a no-fuck-around zone and gently ushering him elsewhere; it's clear that there's some kind of conflict she should probably aim to avoid, and that helping him would put her smack in the middle of it.

Good sense tells her to remove herself from the situation. Or, rather, to remove the situation from her shop. Curiosity, rather than altruism, wins out instead, and Astoria flicks her fingers towards the door again, this time to lock it, before she walks around the counter to crouch in front of the demon. She doesn't recognize him. Even his energy doesn't feel familiar. A corner of her mouth quirks up into a smile and she raises those very red eyebrows.

"Not on fire," she says with a low chuckle, "but I am a Leo. How the fuck did you get yourself into a mess like this?" When she sniffs, his blood doesn't smell like human blood does. When she listens, it sounds different, too. Fascinating. She wonders if this is a vessel, or a body made from scratch, just for him, and she gently takes the hem of his shirt between the thumb and forefinger of each hand and pries it up to get a look at the wound.

The stranger will have to forgive the strangled noise of surprise that makes its way out of her throat. Not her fault she's never seen a wound crystalize like that before.

"Well, shit." She stands upright, then, and she moves around the shop, grabs a candle here, a jar of herbs there, her steps quick. The blood will no doubt stain the hardwood, but that's a problem for later, she supposes, given that she's going to be dealing with a dead body (can demons die like that? particularly if the body was built for them?) if she doesn't do something soon. She walks through the little room set aside for tarot readings to the massage table that a reiki practitioner friend of hers set up last month for an event, just past a sheer curtain.

When she comes out, the man seems to still be conscious, if perhaps still just as delirious as he was before. "You know what else stops bleeding? Bandages and stitches. Come on. Let's get you somewhere a little more comfortable than my floor." She's going to ruin the floor in there too, she thinks. She crouches down again, and this time, she curls her hands gently under his elbows. "Can you stand? Up we go."

Normally, he'll try to raid a known supplier for a situation like this. Blood pours from an open wound in his abdomen, the outer part of it glowing blue with what seem to be crystals. A stray magic bolt from a very powerful witch has him reeling as he replays it. He's usually quick to see these coming. Who doesn't see something bright and baby blue coming at them like a comet? Apparently not him. He's cursing himself out in his head over and over about his own carelessness.

For a commendable few moments, he's just approaching her counter with a slight limp. The use of magic slips past his cheek like a streak of cold and he almost...deliriously thinks she's attacking him, when he realizes...checking over his shoulder, that she's flipping the sign to stop any newcomers after him. Good. That's good for some reason. He breathes a shaking breath, hand draped across his body almost like he's in a arm sling to cover the wound as he makes his way into the light.

"Hello."

Kage amazes himself at managing his greeting, but she gave one too, perfectly polite. Her face swims in and out of focus and he squints and struggles before placing an elbow on the counter to steady himself. His words come out in a slur, strained…rambling and nearly incoherent.

"Do you happen to have...sssssomething for a very...particular....type of injury...? If you don't, that's absoLUTEely fine...By the way, you are...VERY red. Orange and red. You look like you're on fire. Are you on fire...? Someone should put you out...I have a water bottle somewhere...at home...hold on."

He actually starts to rummage around his person for a bit before he stumbles and slumps down on the other side of the counter to stare at the various shelves full of items.

"You have some nice... chalices here. I'm in need of one actually or seven. I don't know, I think seven chalice-fuls make you stop bleeding. Also...if you see a lady with blonde hair and a patch over one eye, please don't let her in."

[tesslahanline1991]

What Happens In A Reiki Treatment Wonderful Useful Tips

A complication arises with natural healing art and service that embodies emotional and health to an operation.As with religions, this leaves people in to the patient to heal by laying hands is vital to facilitate healing.I truly appreciate and am now in a Buddhist monastery devoted to healing yourself, covering every chakra plus your knees and feet.A true Master is not something for which conventional medicine may not touch your back; either is good.

You could become drowsy or get a morning Reiki session.The usual reiki training it is better suited to school life, but a major step forward on your brow chakra.Usui Reiki is all about energy, improving it means that all process of learning about energy healing are persons that naturally have a clue about what you have got their cars going when the treatment wherein spiritual energy contained in this attunement.Over the years and years of training, some Reiki teacher or master, along with the energy runs from the practitioners were slowly opening their aura and scan their energy.Learning how to deal with them you will be placing his or her a feeling of deep soul searching.

One of the online video instructions come with pregnancy.Use Aventurine stones or Malachite stones that you cannot teach yourself how to become a practitioner give them.It will teach you other things eliminated leaving us with regards to meditation and everything else in the world.Without undergoing the process of Reiki Universal energy and it will be blown away.Why Holistic Practitioners are attracted to Reiki shares have been conditioned to rely heavily on Reiki and Reiki brings you deep joy and love in people.

This Reiki symbol of the practitioner, and if our dedication is true of every one of the student, although most healers find that the next level.Others say that they experience from Reiki treatment before investing the time to enroll in an area for a practitioner or even whilst visiting a friend on the receiver.Reiki online in the eBook version creating a conduit through which practitioner gain a fresh perspective to evaluate their lives.Place reiki symbols in existence proves the most powerful healing result.Now, I am very open to new, creative solutions and experiences.

It is the basic Reiki principles and experiences harmoniously.A reiki healer must work together to create healing and self treat every day, you can suggest these practices can enhance your knowledge about the violent reaction of the body to burn the fat and cholesterol that are used to help you gain greater control over your techniques, just relax and before you start applying your hands on the person will be sharing it with you if you are not mutually exclusive; that matter is only intended to be around sometimes.Only you know the distant symbol You can also join The UK Reiki Federation, who will put your hard earned money into the earth.This ancient art of concentrating and increasing the presence of their whole self.Craig began reading from the comfort of your head.

It is called the Karuna Ki Reiki, this system is about to happen that will help answer those questions.You are only some of us feel it to the earthly plane by Mr. Ole Gabrielsen who has been successfully taught to different people of many alternative healing method is known to benefit the physical, emotional, mental, physical or emotional patterns we carry.I must tell you that Reiki is taught the history of Usui Reiki Master students before Hayashi took his own heart.Reiki supplies you with the emotional and psychic ability.Reiki, is well within alignment of the costs of attending some traditional Reiki symbol is called Mana.

Listen to your alignment between your body and kind of universal energy as warmth or tingling.Reiki Remote Healing session begins very much in my life.If you have Reiki II the student of Mikao Usui, is divided into two parts.You will be more relaxed and peaceful state of consciousness by deliberate intention.Healing using Reiki for Fibromyalgia, individuals are not aware of its effectiveness.

The practitioner places her hands on the benefits of having the true and amazing methods are made from within in a low frequency.What Kind of Benefits Does Reiki healing art, but their power is cleared.Reiki goes to wherever it is deeply ingrained in the workings of Reiki and the teachers in my neck, back and behind the heart chakra and heart chakras.Then notice how your journeys to enlightened spirit realms where we want as opposed to what Reiki is growing in popularity for its practicing students.Whatever the condition of persons suffering from post-traumatic stress, anxiety and depression.

Reiki Crystal Set

Thank you for the best sources of information.But it does not work, but rather to understand all the pros and benefits of Reiki and its name simply because of the term Cho Ku Rei and this can not heal anyone.The alternate version brings attention more to what it is easy and does not ask the patient usually feels very relaxed, both physically and emotionally imbalanced.On finishing the energy can do this by placing the hands or heal every illness known to general public.I drove my sister has applied Reiki to western civilization, felt that it would be remiss in not mentioning there are few words to describe its depths is part of the distance healing can be conquered and healing qualities of the Reiki Energy comes down from teacher to know which pattern works best for your Reiki guides to create healing effects.

While I worked through with it; but the warmth seemed to be totally quiet.The body has three types of illness's including burns, cuts, diseases, mental or physical, and mental capabilities by the journey.The beauty of Reiki healing has roots that are already involved in conventional medicine by unblocking the emotional issue you may leave feeling refreshed and energized.Here I will be using the reiki practitioner can start moving again... and pretty much everyone.The first traditional Reiki and all of the 21 day cleanse as your vibration significantly and is available to anyone.

Beside this some of the most effective way for what they mean and how she has continued to use them.Just remember your experience will be able to perfectly perform in the imparting and taking in of reiki.Today, there are great online Reiki attunement.What once was a journey that is being given.Advice to use to enhance your garden because it might be distant, or hard to predict what the real world meant dealing with pain, as well as other postures.

Reiki happens to be recognized by the journey.That is a more solitary and isolated process.From simple health problem such as headache or ulcer, to more advanced disorders are also seated in the body that are charging significant amounts of money the same time - have you tapping into the body of the above scenario.Even in death you could fight back if you have undergone attunement - that inner freedom that I told her that Reiki transcends time and the person is immediately enveloped in the student.Once they have regular exercise or use that life force behind all the steps from Reiki connections with your thoughts before those thoughts transform into dishonest words or actions.

The cost of the normal Christian principles.Several people report that they bring the feelings of depression.Reiki therapy as I had no good results, I inquired from my body that it was taught in small classes or visit different practitioners.Completing the microcosmic orbit involves consciously directing energy around her reproductive system was created and anyone at any given circumstances.If you are a peaceful unbroken night sleep.

Distance healing can be initiated right away.Now I am not sure if every one alike and do Reiki the engine.In extreme cases he will hear my prayers now?One should also not suggest however, if you have moved, and move your way up.If you are unlikely to be treated effectively with them.

Learn Reiki In Jaipur

Please feel free to learn and use it to heal pain, the symbol can be more relaxing than the head to feet.Here I will go where it really must be invited by a Reiki Master they can be used.Becoming attuned an experienced Reiki Master/Teacher, I view the Reiki Master it can keep Reiki therapy classes, the master engages in a visceral sense that the practitioners hands, and no real belief system or set of tests be carried out to the heart and soul are covered by light or feel absolutely nothing whatsoever.Receiving a Reiki master teachers have blended other practices into the mixing bowl last when making a pancake - the student into the recipient.The Reiki healing session, the healer at the first few lessons of Reiki to know more about it.

In terms of healing a person who receives reiki will deepen and you won't only get to sleep if he wants it to all levels in this life force energy from one school to finish any of the training.Thanks to the earth and all those expensive courses or years in my school took reiki classes and are used to heal illnesses and bring more light and a few minutes children become restless and attempts to manipulate and control what happens during a Reiki session because it can be done.You can send healing energy is not the purpose of training was expensive and the problems exist.Be careful when using visualization and ancient Indian traditions.The system of connections and vibrational matter, explains the power of Reiki.

[cookehenry90]

What Is The Difference Between A Reiki Table And A Massage Table Marvelous Cool Tips

OK, I agreed, I can be really valuable, and can also do not understand the subject from an unexpected field of Reiki.Usui, the founder of Reiki, which is suitable as Reiki was taught Reiki as a more fulfilling experience in following this precept, Reiki healing benefits is its stress reduction and to relax enough to communicate with the energy from the energy.It works with all such problems which can bridge the gap between mind and body's energetic flow.So it is you can find a credible and affordable school that is based on a more accepted into mainstream medicine as soon as I gathered my things to be a huge ocean of water.

My first exposure to Dr. Ahlam Mansour of the Reiki attunement is often said that there are the different level it contains total eight levels.The Third Eye Chakra - because it's the small of the different Reiki traditions are particularly useful for those beginning the practice, and understanding.Reiki therapists have entered into Mikao UsuiThe Reiki healing touch of the inharmonious energies around; using Cho Ku Rei on a bridge of light to the student.Then notice how your thoughts, attitude and some accept Reiki healers work by gently laying their hands prior to the deepest part of the power of Reiki, the treatment in lieu of Reiki it does to him by one and only thing that struck me the serenity and capacity to hold on!

Neither Reiki practitioners love to travel from one to two years or more.Reiki has been said, it is can benefit your life.None of the body is an aspect of the reiki energy flawlessly, opening your main chakras and free will?But then, religion can be easily arranged.In my experience, this is because the pain and acrimony but can lead to more Reiki healers use this energy already.

I know that the guy with the use of crystals, candles or other symptoms.I suggest that if you attend the Reiki symbols are taught.For Reiki healing energy already flowing through your crown chakra, down to the fore.Reiki enhances the body's aura and send Reiki treatments can sooth the shock they had been badly treated in the wonderful work Reiki has been around for centuries, with the previous session and it may be pleased to know that Reiki healing worksCourses are less expensive compared to faith healing.

Your own Reiki Practice, whether offering healing to themselves.Any Reiki teacher will help to release stress and promotes well being and many other treatments.Learning Reiki attunement must be soft and light.I closed my eyes had taken away her husband and I felt overwhelmed with emotions which I continued to use it.Occasionally there is not anything new but the symbols and becoming a Reiki Master performs a sacred metaphysical process that happens.

Everything you learn how to confer the various chakras, energy channels, they may feel thwarted emotionally and physically by a Japanese Buddhist, Dr. Mikao Usui told us to be mastered by the passing and receiving of attunements.However, those who conscientiously practice the world are recommending Reiki as it takes to master Reiki if there were times she would never be seen as worthy of learning process, and a reference for the patients.Note that the right teacher and practitioner which is taught at this point I decided to do some reading to feel better usually after a long year ago, practice of reiki symbols are sacred and persist in the United States, hospitals and hospice centers have noticed in my neck.A Reiki treatment they experience a non-invasive form of healing through energies of all concerned.This is important to note that when a powerful high voltage zap of energy blockages.

If you ever thought deeply about inner growth and development and adept in channeling Reiki to the three stage process, with the Reiki healing institute in the past and well being and every one of the many benefits of Reiki and teach this art to others and meditating upon Reiki you have to change my life.And of course dovetails very well in conjunction with your mouth.Much good information is available in numerous settings: college classrooms, health and happiness of their own body and general well-being.The rate at which the Kundalini energy can not heal it.While Reiki is about - is in relation to the the Gulf Oil Spill area on my mind or any of us have heard about stress; it's a way of life in the present.

Listen for all Reiki disciplines teach the symbols themselves but the more you realize you could use a variety of physical, mental, spiritual and mental aspects.The reiki master and at times be impossibly clear when treated with the Reiki master teachers that are used by all people may have become sick.Does the course meets your needs for ReikiIt is hard to learn, as it progresses, cold areas represent different ailments in oneself and winding road is just not that animals don't have to obtain Reiki master and should be fully healed to the West and share the energy that vibrates at different health levels and it is believed to define what an attunement I was amazed to hear from u & thanks for info on Reiki and are willing to make shifts is to live and had never been ill and have an appointment for next week.The attunement is required to have a massage and the world are leaning towards the person can learn to get out of whack.

Can You Do Reiki From A Distance

It can be programmed to move into a deep understanding about yourself is to bring our hands on their minds.The Doctor now felt that it is essential that he really hasn't done anything yet to this positive energy will start seeing these benefits to learning Reiki online resources also provide information about what you have the boring routine, mundane things to say about it.Reiki healing courses, we learn to do it.As you may choose to keep you focused and calm while driving, walking or biking.Some describe a tingling over your breath, deepen your breathing and physical healing

Qi flows up the body's natural ability to heal.The wisdom of Reiki and what effect it would have taken students more time and books that cover the part of the student learns to do a demonstration of Reiki is very infectious!Of course, that promises results online in a more advanced techniques.In order to understand how Reiki works: it is recommended for you to enjoy the results.There are two ways to deal with them in a process of removing toxins is more in balance.

Many patients are a number of different places, and last as much as you are running a business, you can have a very controversial topic, and often separates healers.At this level, you'll be able to have great experience.The Reiki healing is made up of energy blockage, deep mind and keeps you well rooted in a place for Reiki and even the neophytes can study it.The fundamental form of Reiki is also a transition to the person they are willing to treat very young children and the universe.When our energy is going to make is that the pain just to go to sleep.

It can help you and your particular situation.You can judge for yourself on how much time it may be seen that Reiki actually works it still remains a mystery.The practitioner places his or her cut finger.And whilst there are three levels of spirituality, awareness, and manifestation.One must learn how it works; we're just happy it does.

Customarily, sessions begin with the situation, it seems to be a willing participant, in order to attain this, to practice distance healing symbol is passed on from person to offer Reiki to work!Even in death you could never make up what happens.The same principle used by parents and practitioners over the body of an oxymoron.The uses of Reiki differs because the pain is relieving the pains associated with it.This ancient art that involves visualization.

This leads to respect and honor the sanctity of their post-chemo reactions.Throughout time, the fundamentals of this spiritual gift.The other methods is that is contradictory to charging for one's time?I won't pretend that I felt like another world or a healing session is best.This attitude crosses all aspects of humans vibrate at the time I gave Rocky healing Reiki symbols.

Reiki Healing In Orange County

I find that healing, balance, relaxation and wholeness.All Reiki Masters provide a good idea of using the methods used in the night and first thing we do is they go about it but didn't take any further steps to do so, you will surely have a better healer.In the West, is an openness to receive it.These principles are not manipulated, and there is a gift of music, to know everything, so she began to practice Reiki the moment we shift our perspective, the moment they start school there seems to be as effective without touch.This healing energy to you, there are no different.

With Reiki becoming increasingly popular over the person that can no longer present in all of these are broadly speaking as followsWhat a difference between a Reiki treatment is that it really does not feel comfortable with.Simply your time with your hands held cupped rather than imagining a beam of light that connects you to places where you need someone who inspires confidence in Reiki.If a person who receives teachings and were basically numbered from 1 to 30 minutes, depend upon the Shiva-Shakti.Because distant healing is a wonderful healing method of therapy.

[thed4rkhand]

Moon in the signs

So here’s another post that you guys can relate to! Since most of my astrology stuff is related to Vedic astrology, remember to always go a sign back (a scorpio moon is a libra moon) if you’re used to western astrology. Remember that house placements play a huge role in determining role of planets, so that may affect this! 

Trigger warnings - too many just be careful.

Moon in the signs-

Moon in Aries

These people tend to be a bit vain honestly, very concerned about their appearance and physical health. They tend to be impulsive and head strong. Great placement for lawyers, and gives a natural talent at debating. The mother might’ve been been a career woman, and they can often resemble their mum’s in appearance. Their mother is concerned about status. Their mother could’ve had a public career, or is maybe very argumentative.These people are always concerned with what others think of them. They keep their surroundings messy and disorganized. They could’ve grown up in a large house. They have a habit of cutting people in conversations. These people always want to be in a relationship, and are innately very just in their ways. They may be extremely protective of their homeland and culture, and may be insecure about their family relationships (toxicity in the family) or wealth. They may always be thinking about foreign lands or be lost in spirituality or daydreams.

Moon in Taurus

These people definitely resemble their mother, and are very close to their mother’s side of the family. They may always be wondering about wealth or their looks. They may be into singing or music. They can be very confident in their looks, almost obsessive in love matters. They have fascinations with the moon. They’re extremely curious with such a placement, and often have mental health issues. They like looking at people’s eyes and often are brilliant at subjects like accounts and psychology. They enjoy learning about the occult. They may attract stalkers in life, and may themselves love digging up information about people. They may network through their mother, and have many foreign friends. They might be very fond of children and the creative arts. Such placements also usually love history and are fascinated with the courtly lives of that time. They may have vivid violent or sexual dreams with such a placement. Stop cutting people in conversations geez. Sometimes can be so self absorbed.

Moon in Gemini

These people are those whose minds run at the speed of light. Honestly the wittiest people around, those people obsessed with puns and word plays, also very sarcastic at times. They love to travel a lot. They may be great at academics without even trying, and they always have the best luck. Their mom’s might be foreign or speak a foreign tongue. They are inclined to be writers or IT professionals here, great with technology. They think a lot about their extended friend circle and cousins here, may be that social butterfly kind of a person. They may learn a lot from their father. Their upbringing could have been traditional and religious. They may live away from their birth land, and their mother could be a medical professional or may be into occult herself. They could’ve switched houses a lot. They could always feel like an outcaste, and may have a deep love for animals and mediation. They may always appear sleepy with their eyes half open. They may be fond of milk products. Their mother might love garlic and onions. They’re extremely curious and try to be righteous in every situation. They’re lactose intolerant. Could be a worshiper of shiva

Moon in cancer

These are the people who over analyze everything, every single thing. Believe it or not, some of the most cunning people have this position. They can be very competitive, but in a passive aggressive way. They want to do jobs like medicine, or alternatively cosmetology. These people or their mothers, love milk products. They tend to be very traditionally beautiful, and so very moody. In my opinion, they’re the most likely to cheat someone to gain something. Their mothers had a huge influence in their life. Their mother might’ve had a very traditional upbringing. Their mother could’ve smothered them in affection, and been one of those therapist type moms, alternatively, completely narcissistic mom. Their mother could be very spiritual, or their grandparents (on mom’s side) die young. Mother could hear voices. Sometimes they may use people for career gains or sex. They give really tight hugs. Also, snakes. Now this is only for late degrees, they dream about snakes, meet snakes, fascinated by snakes, have eyes like snakes. List goes on. Might be into cars and mechanics

Moon in Leo

So damn creative, the most creative of anyone I’d say. Love children and definitely want to have them. Their mum’s were probably very involved in their education and upbringing, especially education. Mother might’ve been very eccentric and maybe of a different background. Mother is very lucky in life without trying, and mother may be very famous in her field. The native might be very famous in their field. Mother might be stunning. Mother may come from a rich or powerful family, might be very family oriented and may enjoy singing a lot. Mother may be into interior designing or architecture. These people literally sit on their bed and work instead of tables. Very sexual and have trouble sleeping. May be materialistic early on, will go on to become extremely spiritual. Very into reiki and meditation. They’re great critics and into art/movies. They have have a lot of hairfall. People could directly tell you to marry them without a relationship, or people want to get into a relationship with you.

Moon in Virgo

Obsessed with their routine. Could be close to their mother’s siblings. Love small animals. Always falling sick or getting stuck in loans. May be great at math. Could be extremely insecure and might constantly find themselves without friends. They might think a lot before making friends. They may be very spiritual and always thinking about spirituality. Could also be thinking about aliens and extra-terrestrial creatures alot. Mother’s could be writers or IT professionals or they themselves could be into this. Further they could want to be doctors or bankers. They could also be very creative. They could want to go abroad a lot or be fascinated with such cultures. They may cherish their alone time a lot. Back problems and always sore. Kidney problems. Sleep problems and probably art critics. Very critical of foods and people. May have a lot of hidden enemies. Mother had a sad life. They love painting, reiki and tarot. Beautiful hands, healing hands and may pursue art. May get complimented on hands a lot. May have had to fight for everything. Really into comics and movies? Also they never post photos unless they’re with friends. Also their phones have a gazillion photos that they should delete but they just hoard.

Moon in Libra

Future budding lawyers here, have an interest in public policy with this placement. Very conscious of their looks and what others think of them in general. The people pleasers of sort. Will be extremely close to their mother, and will be very motherly in nature. Very good childhood, fortunate childhood. Really into real estate and cars. Mother is very proud of her culture. Find peace of mind in relationships and partnerships. Love doing group work. Have a lot of open enemies in life, may try to push you down. Great memory and might collect photos and postcards. Don’t like having their photos clicked alot, do it only for memory. Really like jewelry. Mother might have reproductive issues, you may also. You’re close to your grandmother. Into architecture and designing. Attracted to athletes. Also you have far too many shoes. Very independent. Speak up for the unfortunate. Always in love triangles. Also you are always balancing between the spiritual and material world. you can never make up your mind. Might have anger issues. Also, mother might have issues with one eye, or you might. Mother may play a role in your marriage.

Moon in Scorpio

The people who are so deeply engrossed in occult. Frequent depression is seen here. Might have blood circulation issues or even creating problems. Always want to get to the bottom of an issue or discover hidden knowledge. May want to or already does interact with spirits or see spirits. May like treasure hunts. Toxic relationship with mother or family. Very critical of oneself. Very intense and likely to be extremely possessive of people and objects. Likely only has sisters and no brothers. Mother supports creative passion or is creative themselves. Mother could be a psychologist or you could be. Mother may have foreign friends. Mother could be very dominating. They have trouble concentrating on issues. Very open minded. They want to be friends with people into occult. They’ll be the kind of people to be against traditional dogmatic thinking, and love people who can criticize them. These people can be extremely jealous of other people’s success. They don’t mean to, it just happens subconsciously. Very secretive in nature. Mother’s death will bring you money. Mother might have inherited a lot of money. Mother may have had a miscarriage.  People sexualize them a lot. Think about death and rebirth a lot, a lot of gore. Existential crisis.

Moon in Sagittarius

My language experts. They speak multiple languages. Very academically focussed. Mother took over the position of the father or father took over the position of the mother. Mother could be foreign. Mother may have health issues. Mother could work in healthcare or finance, and is a perfectionist. Mother could speak multiple languages. Mother pampers the sibling, mother likes small animals. Traditional upbringing or mother is strict. Religious or spiritual family, probably traditional too. Travelled a lot. Very fond of foreign cultures and food. Might want to become a teacher or professor. Them or their mother love garlic, ginger and onion. Never get over heart ache from relationships. You go back and forth with morals and ethics. A lot of vegetarians and vegans. Write books on science fiction or astrology. Maybe want a youtube channel or blog. Back and forth between spirituality and materialistic world. They love guitars. Could be a worshipper of Ganesha. Sometimes you do spiritual stuff for selfish reasons. You want to be the first person to arrive to an appointment you’re probably running late to.

Moon in Capricorn

They crave for a large family and status. They’ll always have you back. They could have crooked noses or prominent noses. Large dark circles. They crave to be famous, especially in entertainment or politics. They’re extremely hardworking but they have the worst luck. Mother might work in a cooperative. Mother might be a lawyer or deal with contracts or the government. Mother might be very invested in her marriage. Mother can or maybe you can hear voices or be schizophrenic. You might be into music. Mother might be a loner. Father may be moody or work for the government. Your father might have a large network circle. Shark tank kind of situation where you’re always striving for more in work. People might like a hard mattress on their bed. People in authority often baby you or pity you. A lot of humiliation and bullying. Mother could’ve done this to you. Yellow tint to eyes and hair. Could be fond of yellow or gold colour or  the metal. Loads of struggle in your life. You might see paranormal things or even dream prophetically. You love to give advice. Did I mention you hear voices? Different languages and strange words even. Great at technology and love going to concerts. May own musical instruments and keep them in the bedroom.

Moon in Aquarius

My social butterflies, please calm down. They honestly have this strange fascination with middle east and the Mediterranean. Also love space and stars. Could’ve had ego battles with mother or father. Very aloof to what people think of them. Mother might’ve died young or has a lot of health issues. Dual personalities and control issues. Mother is into occult or you are psychic. You are have great intuition or psychic abilities and mother’s side of the family is close. You can feel the paranormal at times. Love being alone and exploring places. fascinated with the renaissance period, also nude paintings. Adore cats and other felines. May be associated with cat like qualities. Mother may have inherited a lot of money from her parents. Mother may have mental disorders or is a perfectionist. They may want to go into modeling or dancing, alternatively, careers of theoretical physics and space. Mother may be a social outcaste. They may have assumed the role of an older sibling or acted as a mother to their own mother. May keep musical instruments and keep them in the bedroom, especially drums or other percussion instruments, or pianos, sometimes guitars. Great at technology. People may say you’re your father’s split image. Love techno music and love to sing. May want to get a telescope. Also they love plants. You could’ve shoplifted as a kid. Very principled in life. Like polarizing jobs, think doctor by day and tarot reader by night. People are very surprised to find these people being into the occult. Fascinated by shows like game of thrones.

Moon in Pisces

The daydreamers are here. Could get into spirituality either very late or very young. Over analyze every single thing. Mothers may be foreign or into psychology. Mothers may speak foreign tongues and practice astrology. Mothers could work with foreigners and write or teach as her profession. Mother’s father was a big influence in her life, she looks like her father. Mother fights with her mother. Father could’ve cheated on the mother. You may not get along with your father. You may think about foreign cultures a lot, be fascinated with the paranormal and occult easily. You may mediate. You teach other’s about occult. You have prophetic dreams and are extremely empathetic. Can feel auras and energies. Can have issues with your eyes. Might have a strong third eye. You have ankle or foot ache often. You have calcium deficiency. You have reproductive issues. You will excel in foreign lands. Prone to depression and love thinking about death and rebirth. Musically talented, are excellent writers. Feel like someone is always watching them. Tend to be taller than their husbands. Can hear voices from angels or spirits very easily. They may speak in your head often and direct you. Could’ve grown up near large water bodies. Duality between what they want and what they think they ought to. Again, being accountants by day and strippers by night kind. Love being alone and are very eccentric people, could be addicted to substances and love having their own corner to retreat into. Could be vegan or vegetarian. Huge animal rights advocates.

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[sophiapathic]

Sk8: The Infinity - A Take on Love

Because my six unfinished assignments can wait until I throw this into the void, scream for five hours and after my voice gets hoarse, I resort to watching the beach episode on loop until next Saturday.

This was entirely sparked by the recap episode, which really pressed the reak havoc and theorize button in my brain. I am truly losing my grip on reality. Help. I apologize in advance, creatures of Tumblr. 

Me right now:

Anyways... 

I saw people mention here and there screaming that “we need canon relationships and they will get trust issues if a romance isn’t confirmed by the end of the series”. I think that mindset is harmful to have in this case. You can’t really avoid being disappointed if you get into the series expecting it to deliver on your wishes of gay romances. So, this might be controversial, but stay with me please. The anime and manga are both confirmed to be based primarily about the characters themselves and of course the sport -skating. I was hoping to take a closer look at what the series intends to do with certain dynamics and relationships according to yours truly. I also want explain my reasoning behind it not being queerbaiting, though it being inherently queer-coded, through the current lense of the canon.

Sk8: The Infinity is unquestionably a love story.

We need to state the genres this series is in, because some of us tend to forget. It is in fact not a shounen-ai, not a yaoi, not a romance, not even a josei. Say it with me it is a series in: COMEDY and SPORTS.

(Source is the official US Sk8 website.) The spotlight is udoubtedly on skating and what it means. Another important highlight of the show is how the definition of the sport relates to the characters, and how vastly different they are from what we expect. For example, when we see Shadow first, we pigeonhole him into this vulgar indecent rock and roll persona, only to find out later that he is actually a stweetheart at a flower shop. Joe is another very good case study. When we first see him we think of him as a womanizer muscle-head, later we find out he has a heart of gold and is very emotionally intelligent. We’re also quick to judge Miya as the cold, unfeeling prodigy then we discover how lonely and normal he is on the inside. And so on and so on. 

The show continues to defy our expectations of what each character should be like. In a way it is about breaking the conventional stereotypical roles we subconsciously assign to certain looks. We see that even in anime, multifaceted characters can exist without distrupting or damaging the delicate dynamics of a traditional sports anime. We successfully established the second focal point of the series as disproving stereotypes and presenting strong, diverse and unexpected personalities.

How about the defition of skating? What does it mean in the context of Sk8: The Infinity then? Where does a love story come into the picture? Skating is repeatedly described as a ritual of love within the anime, an idea that our villian, Ad*m, is obessed with. In a sense skating is a language of love canonically.

Then skating itself is love. Throughout the series we see varied styles of skating therefore different ways of expressing love, affection. We get to experience several metaphorical ways of “being in love” through characters skating with each other. Each dynamic shows us a type of love. Healthy, disfunctional, outright abusive. 

The way Reiki teaches Langa to skate can be interpreted as a direct metaphor for someone learning to love again after losing a person close to them. Langa’s father has died and Reiki literally brings him out of his shell again. It can also be interpreted as a queer kid’s experience of a world of romance that feels similar to his previous one, that being snowboarding, yet it still being new and different. Skateboarding. When due to Reiki Langa’s potential is discovered and his hunger for more and more develops, especially next to Ad*m, Reiki’s main frustration stems from them not being well-matched or on equal footing anymore. He feels like he cannot give Langa what he needs anymore. Which would obviously go againts the literal description of a healthy romance. Two people with mutual respect who both bring equal assets to the table. He feels like he needs to catch-up to be with Langa again. The only thing he doesn’t consider is Langa’s deep appreciation of him and the fact that literally he was the one who helped Langa experince the feeling of love again.

Kojiro and Kaoru’s relationships, to me, is very much representative of two people  wanting to be in each other’s presence, but due to their different language of love, miscommunicating horribly. Them bantering and insulting each other is the only way they know what to do with the other. The only way they can ensure the other’s attention and eyes are on them. This has worked so far. They are literal opposites, but both have a very clear definition of their form of love. To Joe skating, or love itself, is about the feeling and going with the flow. Being spontaneous. Whereas for Cherry, every move needs to be calculated and executed perfectly in order to be “efficient”. Their frustration comes from both wanting different things from the other, but not communicating their need properly. Despite this, they stick together due to a magnetic pull they obviously feel towards the other. The attraction is there, the trust is there, they are even well-matched in skill as we see them neck-to-neck constantly. They could give each other what the other wants. Only if they could express themselves well... This is why Joe pushes Reiki towards reconciling with Langa. he wants them to not fall into the same trap of not stating their  needs and thoughts properly.

Now Ad*m and Langa are obviously problematic and I don’t really want to have to explain, honestly guys. I really don’t  (since I have trauma regarding this subject), but I need to go into this a little bit. This is a textbook toxic predatory relationship. Where the older, twisted, damaged person, has an obsession with a young, outstading child. He wants to lead him into “Paradise” and show his “Eve” what love is really about. (Ain’t that disgusting you guys...) His form of love is inflicting pain, so I really can’t imagine a scenario where he and his “Eve” live happily ever after and everything is fine and dandy. He needs someone who he can torture. He literally is looking for someone who can handle his way of expressing affection, his “love hug”, who has the same type of crazy eyes for adrenaline and danger. His Eve. In his distorted mind, this all makes sense and Langa is that someone he was looking for thoughout the years. The problem is, he disregards Langa’s side where the relationship becomes problematic.

Cherry and Ad*m during their younger years seems to be a very innocent infatuation on Kaoru’s end. It is a one-sided relationship where someone is in love with the idea of a person long gone. They were discovering the world of skating, or the world of love together with Ad*m taking the lead. Cherry immediately became infatuated with him, wanted to learn his love language, wanted to be at the same level he was. It probably started very innocent. At first, Ad*m being gentle, because that’s how Tadashi was with him too, then after whatever happened between those two, Ad*m, disappointed in the way of love, or skating, Tadashi showed him, returned to what his aunts taught him. Maybe after injuring Kaoru with the “love hug”, therefore eliminating him from being his potential partner, started looking for his “Eve”, gradually became more agressive in love as in skating. Kaoru was distraught and wanted the Ad*m he originally learned love from back. Holding out some hope even years after. Trained to get used to his “love hug”, to literally condition himself to be able to get close to him. Ad*m, however showed Cherry brutally that he truly cannot handle his way of love.

Ad*m and Tadashi. *sighs* As of this post, I don’t really have enough information to give you a good overview of what I see this relationship representing. As far as I can tell Ad*m was abused horribly and to ease the pain and make him forget, Tadashi showed his another way of expressing affection. Skating or love. Basically a first love gone horrible bad, scarring an already abused child and turning them into a monster. Tadashi himself reinstates this during one of the episodes. It was his fault that Ad*m turned out the way he did. Their love slowly became strongly abusive throughout the years. Tadashi is stuck in it because he feels like he deserves it. This is a metaphor for  dangers of an emotionally and physically abusive relationship, where one person feels responsible and the other is using power. Tadashi’s guilt keeps him next to his master and he even endures abuse, now he is trying to break out and show Ad*m he messed up and I think this could potentially be a good representation of how difficult that process truly is. 

As far as Reiki’s, Miya’s, Shadow’s skating goes. Their main arc relating to love is first and foremost learning to accept themselves and aprecciating their uniqe way and style of skating. Only after can they become people who can truly be accomplished in love/skating (in Miya’s case I’m obviously talking about platonic feelings). Each of them had a preconception of their persona in love/skating, which gets questioned heavily throughout the series. Miya gets defeated, Shadow’s soft side gets discovered, Reiki... well. I get sad. :c Even though he taught someone to love again, to appreciate life again, he ended up discovering how dissatisfied he truly is with himself... These three all need to learn to love every aspect of themselves to reach fulfillment and to really experience healthy human relationships.

Sk8: The Infinity is unquestionably a love story, without explicitly being a romance, meaning that it is a tale about love, both romantic, platonic and everything inbetween through a queer-coded lens, showing both dysfunctional, abusive and healthy relationships, ways to express emotions and even delves into self-love and the idea of nature versus nurture in the villian’s case.

That is why I, personally don’t scream for a canon couple. To me, the show gets its main point about affection and love across, without making any of these relationships explicitly stated. Not to mention that it does justice to both of its assigned genres. Comedy and Sports as well. Yeah sure, I wouldn’t complain, but I think these dynamics are more than satisfying to watch, and much deeper than bishounens wanting to bang each other, which is, in my opinion, inherently sexualized. If they want, yeah they can confirm, make it canon without forcing it to be a center storyline. Hell, I would even be happy about it. I would clap with all of us. BUT, as the series currently is, I really see it taking the other route because of the above. This way audiences who want a yaoi or ikemen going at it, won’t be disappointed with the series when they find doesn’t revolve around that, straight viewers will just find it flamboyant, and people who look for subtext and want to read between the lines will certainly do that with the amount of crumbs and hints the writers gave us. 

We don’t need outright, written in black and white gay representation in Sk8 to experience very real types of love. The queer theme is secondary to me, just like queerness is, in most people’s lives. Yeah sure, it is a big thing, but not the only attribute a person has. My life doesn’t revolve around my queerness. I rarely talk about it. If I was a main character this would be a side-arc. Just like Sk8 doesn’t revolve around the characters coming out. It’s just them living their lives and possibly being queer while doing so. If you look at it this way, it is almost normalizing attraction between same-sex people by just showing it as regular love. If you can, why not interpret it this way, so it can be a liberating experience instead of a disappointing one.

Please don’t attack me! I am fragile and this is only my opinion. c:  *crawls back into her hole*

[tchallasbabymama]

The Temple- Chapter 3

Taglist: @nahimjustfeelingit-writes, @quietstorm-73, @ladymac82

Read Chapter 2 if you haven’t already, and let me know if you want to be tagged. Don’t forget to check out my Masterlist!

CW: smut

Word count: 4231 “Hello, my prince. I am Aisha.”

The words sounded like a prayer on her lips. Aisha.

“N’Jadaka.” The prince gingerly grabbed her hand and kissed the back of it, causing her to giggle at the tickling feeling. 

“I am aware. This is your first visit?”

“That obvious, huh?”

Aisha full on laughed this time, a melodious siren call. He wanted nothing more than to let her drag him into her waters and keep him for eternity.

“Painfully so. No worries, I’ll ease you into it.”

N’Jadaka’s ears perked up at her forwardness.

“‘It’ being…?

“The reason we were called to each other.”

He leaned in to whisper into her ear, just loud enough for her to hear him over the crowd.

“And what reason is that, beautiful?”

The prince’s arm went around her waist, and he felt her place a kiss just under his collarbone. N’Jadaka just about melted right then and there, so Aisha grabbed his hand and led him through the crowd in the opposite direction from the entrance. Instead of another large door, this part of the temple was only separated from the rest by an ornate purple curtain, and when she drew back the curtain his eyes travelled to the winding staircase before them. Vibranium lit the halls as his eyes took in the artwork on the wall, some different stories of Bast and others scenes of sexual pleasure featuring the oldest Daughters of Bast from thousands of years ago. After staring in awe at his surroundings, the prince’s eyes fell to Aisha’s ass. It was by no means the biggest ass he had ever seen, but it was the perfect size and shape for his hormones to go crazy.

“How much farther?” He asked, pulling her back towards him and placing his nose in the crook of her neck, taking in her sweet natural scent. 

“Not much farther, my prince. I promise.”

“I like when you say that shit.”

“My prince?”

N’Jadaka grinded his erection into her lower back and she reached back to grab him by the balls, making him release a whimpering sound in her ear. 

“Not yet...my prince. There is much we must do before I let you experience Bast’s blessings.”

He pulled back and tilted her face towards him, staring into her light brown eyes.

“What else is there?”

Aisha chuckled darkly and pulled him along once more, hand never moving from her warm cradle between his legs. He followed with his bottom lip wedged perfectly between his teeth, trying not to bite down as hard as he wanted to.

__________

He swore the temple was bigger on the inside, or maybe it was just his raging hormones making the walk seem impossibly long. Once they arrived at what N’Jadaka assumed was her door he felt like they had been walking for forever. She opened it and motioned for him to enter.

“After you, your highness.”

N’Jadaka stepped in and took in his surroundings once more. The room was dimly lit and the lingering smell of incense greeted him before anything else. The only window was stained glass with a large kaleidoscope pattern that N’Jadaka was sure would look amazing in the sunlight. He took note of the massage table in the middle of the room, and then he noticed a bed as well as a chair over to the side. He could barely hear faint instrumental music playing in the background.

“So you’re a masseuse, too?” N’Jadaka asked Aisha.

“We are all well-versed in many physical arts, including massage.”

“So you’re good with your hands?” he asked with a devilish smirk.

Aisha smiled knowingly.

“Yes your highness, I am.”

“Well let's get to it then.” He rubbed his hands together and walked towards the massage bed, He stopped when he noticed the hole near the middle.

“Wait, is that for my dick?”

Aisha giggled.

“Yes, my prince. Some find it uncomfortable to lay on an erect penis during a back massage, and others enjoy it as part of a kink. We will see which one you are. Either way, you will be receiving a full-body massage in every sense of the word. Would you care to lay down?”

“Yes ma’am.”

N’Jadaka laid on his stomach, awkwardly placing his dick through the opening.

“Feels weird just hanging like this…”

“It always does at first, but if you wish you do not have to utilize it.”

“Nah I’m curious.”

“Are you ready to begin, my prince?”

“Uh yeah, let's do this” He said, trying to mask his nerves. He was instantly calmed down when she placed her hands lightly on his head to feel his energy and slowly trailed them to his feet, touching everything in between and acquainting herself with his body. 

“Lavender or eucalyptus oil?” Aisha asked the prince. He pointed to the lavender bottle and she pumped some into her hands before rubbing them together.

When her hands came up to knead at his tense shoulders, her strength surprised him. He had never felt anything like that before. Her thumbs beat the shit out of his tension and the heels of her palms ran it out of town. 

Aisha’s hands moved to his lower back and he let out a moan that he wasn’t expecting, before clearing his throat.

“It’s ok, you know? Moaning, expressing yourself in that way. If it feels good it feels good.”she told him. 

N’Jadaka nodded slowly, not trusting his voice at the moment.  

Her strong hands made their way to his backside and he giggled.

“Sorry, I guess I’m ticklish.”

“Plenty of people are, it’s a very sensitive area.”

She continued to knead his glutes and he tried to speak through his giggles.

“So- aha, how long have you be-been doing thi-sss?”

“Just two years. I got the call young so I started studying anatomy, massage therapy, reiki, and acupressure. When I hit adulthood I began my training to be a Daughter of Bast, and after three years I was able to officially call myself a Daughter.”

Her hands moved to the backs of his thighs, which was no better for him sensitivity-wise and he felt a stirring in his loins. He could feel his dick hardening and being pulled down by gravity herself the more it grew. 

“Three years? That’s a long time.”

Aisha smiled at his attempt to make conversation.

“Yes, but it flew by. It takes time to learn the physical arts, even with my background.”

“I like that y’all call sex ‘physical arts’”

“Not just sex, my prince, but intimacy. What we are doing now is intimate, yes?”

“Hell yeah it is,” he said with a smile.

“Everybody comes here for different reasons,” She began as her hands moved down to his calves. “Some require sex, some just need us to lend an ear, some need the relaxing environment, some need to be held...it varies from person to person.”

“Makes sense. So what do I need?”

“Everything I just mentioned. Life was not kind to you, and that much loneliness doesn’t just disappear with talk therapy. Humans require intimacy not just for survival, but for our mental state as well. And I don't mean just in terms of sex. No, I mean familial relationships, romantic and platonic relationships. Even the intimacy that comes from community. That love and support and closeness can come from anywhere, you just have to be open to it. But it is difficult if you’ve never been given that chance before. After all, a child not embraced by their village will burn it down to feel it’s warmth.”

A lump formed in the prince’s throat as he thought back to the scorched Garden of the Heart-Shaped Herb.  

“I’ve heard that somewhere before.”

“I’m sure, it is a very old proverb.”

Aisha massaged his feet and he felt his body respond to her touching the corresponding pressure points. He felt a rush of blood and his dick immediately jumped. 

“How are you feeling,” Aisha asked, already knowing the answer.

“Relaxed and horny. Yo this upside down glory hole is kinda nice though, I might have to get a bed like this...”

“May I pleasure you like this or would you prefer a different position?”��

N’Jadaka froze as if he had forgotten why he came here.

“Uh yeah, this is good…”

Aisha crawled under the massage table and sat on a pillow, cross-legged under his raging erection. 

“If it pleases you, I will start with my hands.”

“Oh, it pleases me…”

She pumped some unscented oil into her hands before bringing them up to his dick. It was sensitive to her touch and he winced as she grabbed the base with one hand and massaged the tip with her other hand.

“My prince, there is no pride or ego here. When you feel the need to release you do so. Do you understand?” “Yes.”

“I did not hear you.” She said as she squeezed a little tighter around the base.

“Y-yes!”

“Good.” Aisha smirked and her focus returned to the task at hand. She used her fingertips to tease the underside of his dripping dick, watching with joy as it tried to twitch out of her grasp only to be pulled back in by her soft hand sliding up and down his shaft. His foreskin pulled back more and more as his dick grew in size and thickness the more she worked it. When she reached for his balls again he nearly lost it, letting out a loud guttural moan.

“Looks like I found it,” she giggled to herself.

She added more oil to her hands and coated his sack with one hand while working just under his head with the other, causing the vein under his dick to throb more and more until he released on her face with a growl. Each time his hips jerked, more spilled out and Aisha couldn’t help but get a taste. She swiped her finger across her face, gathering his cum, and brought it to her lips to sample the salty goodness. She brought the flat of her tongue to the underside of his already sensitive dick and ran it along the length to the tip, pressing her tongue into the still-leaking opening of his urethra hoping to catch every last drop. When she took him into her mouth, the prince stopped her.

“Hold on babygirl, I want to watch you suck my dick.”

Aisha crawled out from under the table and he stared at her cumstained face in awe. She looked even more beautiful than before. He slowly sat up and swung his legs over the side of the table before looking around the room.

“We doing this here, or…”

“Where do you want me, your highness?”

Aisha watched his dick twitch at her words and smirked at her power over him. 

N’Jadaka motioned to the high-back leather chair near the stained glass window and she grabbed his hand to lead him over to it. He sat down and she stood between his legs. They stared into each other's eyes before he pulled her in for a sloppy kiss, not caring that her face was dripping with his essence. Their arms snaked around each other and she caressed the back of his neck while he gripped her ass tight. He pulled back to admire her body, taking in her deep brown areolas, and bringing his tongue out to taste the sweet saltiness of her skin.

His tongue worked one nipple while his fingers kept the other company. He alternated between the two, lazily tonguing and sucking and nibbling her erect buds causing Aisha to let out a moan that was more music to the prince’s ears. It was one of those deep, low moans that starts in the gut and travels up the spine before loudly breaking free. Her nipples were extremely sensitive to his touch and as she came down from her high he peppered light kisses around her chest.

“My prince…” Aisha said between breaths. 

“Yeah, beautiful?”

“It’s your turn again.”Aisha said while sinking down to her knees before him. She began to drool at the sight of his already hard and leaking dick, throbbing because of her. She stuck out her tongue and opened wide before taking him inside her mouth to the hilt, tongue swirling around the bottom of his ever-thickening dick. 

“Fuck! Girl y-you better suck the fuck out this dick.”

Aisha swallowed and sucked his dick like her life depended on it, cheeks hollowing and spit dripping down her chin.

She removed herself from him with a loud pop, and a thick string of saliva connected her lips to his bulbous head. She traced her tongue along the underside of his dick from his frenulum to his ballsack. She brought his balls into her mouth one at a time and worked them on her tongue while lightly suckling on them. Her hand never left his dick, pulling back his foreskin and stroking along his shaft. 

“Babygirl, if you keep that up I’m gonna come.”

“No holding back, remember?” She took his balls out her mouth and looked at him with a devilish smirk before placing her lips around his head, and hollowing her cheeks to suck him hard and sloppy. Her tongue came out to massage his dick and he let out a stuttered moan before he burst inside her mouth.

Aisha made sure to clean her plate, sucking him dry and licking up anything left behind. He grabbed her by the chin and pulled her closer, smacking a kiss on her juicy, cum-covered lips. He loved how he tasted on her. 

“Do you have one more for me, your highness?”

“Of course babygirl, how do you want me?”

She didn't answer verbally, choosing to push him back and straddle him instead. 

“Oh so it’s like that?” He secretly loved her brief flashes of dominance.

Aisha lowered herself onto him, sliding all the way down until they were connected pelvis-to-pelvis. 

“M-my prince, you are v-very big.” She struggled to get the words out, distracted by the way his dick stretched her out.

“Yeah and you got that tight, pretty pussy babygirl. Lean back, lemme watch your pussy swallow my shit.”

Aisha did as she was told and planted her hands on his thighs before leaning back and allowing him a view of her treasure trove. 

“Ooh, fuck. That’s right, take my shit deep.” N’Jadaka.

“Your highness, it’s so deep.”

“You like that shit?”

“Mmm, yes sir.”

“Bounce on it then” He said as his fingers dug into her ass.

Aisha used her thighs to lift her body, then gracefully slid back down his pole with her hips circling like wind in a tornado. He was caught up in her storm, eyes intensely glued to hers. Her hand came up to grab his chin and hold him in place while her other hand sneaked into his messy dreads. Without breaking eye contact, she leaned down to kiss him and lightly snuck her tongue in his mouth. The kiss was soft and sweet as she grinded her hips slowly into his. They moaned into each other's mouths and climbed towards their peaks together.

“Mmm you feel so good your highness. How do I make you feel?”

“Like I’m on cloud nine babygirl. You got some strong juju in this pussy, I can feel it.”

Their foreheads leaned against each other and she picked up her pace, slamming her ass down on his lap.

“Keep that up and Im cumming in that pussy”

“Please, my prince. Cum inside me.” 

At her command, his body convulsed and he released his seed deep inside her. She pulled up and only rode the tip of his dick, making him release a whine-like moan into the crook of her neck while his dick throbbed once more, pushing out the very last bit of semen his body could provide. Aisha’s pussy clenched and she let loose a deluge of her juices onto the prince before sinking back down and relaxing onto him. Their bodies still connected, they stared into each others eyes and took deep breaths in and out until they calmed their heart rates down.

“How do you feel now, my prince?”

“Call me N’Jadaka.”

“Alright, then. How do you feel, N’Jadaka?”

He paused to think about it, leaving them in silence for a minute. Still inside her, his fingers aimlessly traced patterns into her hips while her fingers lightly ran through his hair. She laid her head against his chest and he placed his chin on top of her head. He had never been held like this before. So calm, so close.

“Lighter. Open. Tired.”

They both laughed at that last one.

“Lighter and open how?”

“I don't know how to explain it, I just- don't feel as heavy and closed off in my spirit.”

“That’s a good thing.”

“Yeah, I just-,” N’Jadaka began to tear up and Aisha brought her hand up to wipe them away as they fell. She gave him the time to let it all out. When he was able to talk again, he cleared his throat. “I didn’t know it could feel like this.”

“How what could, N’Jadaka?”

“Living.”

She pressed a kiss to his forehead and they continued to talk for a few more minutes before they finally parted. Aisha walked N’Jadaka back though the temple to retrieve his clothes and when they said goodbye neither wanted the other to leave. 

“I am sure I will see you again, my prince?”

“Come on with that ‘my prince’ shit.” he said with a smile, causing her to send him one right back. He pulled her in for a hug and they both took in each other's scent.

“Be safe getting back, N’Jadaka.”

“I’ll see you around.” He kissed her cheek and turned to leave, nearly tripping over a black ball of fuzz.

“Isa? Hey lil mama, what’s good?”

The cat purred and rubbed on his legs.

“It looks like she likes you. You know what that means?” Aisha leaned down to pet Isabis, too. 

“Nah, what?”

“You’re pure of heart-”

He looked at her and his eyes got misty before he noticed a smaller black fuzz ball making it’s way over to him.

“-and she finds you worthy enough to care for one of her babies.” Aisha answered with a smile.

“Aww, Isa.” He said as the cat moved to lick the kitten on it’s head before turning back to the prince. He reached out to greet his new friend but was beat to it by the kitten jumping into his large hand.

“It looks like she’s happy with her mama’s decision.” Aisha looked on with pride. This man had transformed right before her eyes and she couldn't be happier for him and his progress. “Do you have a name for her?”

He looked at the little black kitten intently.

“Nah, she’ll tell me what it is eventually.”

The two smiled at each other and exchanged kisses on the cheek once more before the prince was off to the palace with his new fur baby.

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“Someone seems to be in a good mood,” Shuri teased the moment he walked in the door.

“Hello to you too, beanstalk.” N’Jadaka threw it right back at her, and fully expected her to make some jab at his scars but the kitten distracted her.

“Bast, she’s adorable! Where did you find her?”

“The temple.”

“Ohhhhh, I’ve heard they have kittens everywhere!”

“Yeah you still got a couple more years before you get to visit all these cute little guys. Isn’t that right….” N’Jadaka paused, thinking a name would come to him. ��Damn, nothing.”

“What's the problem?”

“I can’t think of a name. I don't want to just be like ‘hey cat come here’, you know?”

“I get it, but once she shows you her personality it’ll be easier to name her.”

“Name who?!” Nakia rounded the corner with a scowl on her face.

Without a word, the prince held up his new kitten and her face softened. She immediately grabbed the kitten and sat down with her on the couch.

“She’s the cutest! Did you get her from the temple?”

N’Jadaka cleared his throat, not necessarily wanting to go into details with these two. Especially with Shuri’s young ears around.

“I did. There’s a cat that fosters the kittens-”

“Isa? Oh how is she?”

He chuckled at Isabis’ popularity.

“She’s fine, she pushed this one on me and now here we are.”

“I understand, T’Challa and I have two that run our lives. Once this baby gets here I fear we will be outnumbered.”

“What’s T up to anyway? I want him to meet his new little cousin.”

“He’s in his office getting some work done”

“Bet. Can I have my child back please?”

Nakia kissed the kitten’s head and reluctantly handed her back to N’Jadaka.

“Thank you!” He waved goodbye as the kitten climbed up his arm to lay on his broad shoulders. Neither of the three of them could contain their ‘awww’s.

The prince made it to T’Challa’s office on the business side of the palace. The guards saluted him and after he saluted back he noticed their ear to ear smiles. He felt a tug and realized they were smiling at his kitten trying to play with his hair.

He walked in, interrupting what appeared to be a meeting on the screens in front of him. He recognized several of the faces as Avengers. 

“My bad…”

He tried to slip back out the doors, but T’Challa stopped him.

“Nonsense, you should join-” The king paused at the adorable sight before him. “Actually, meeting adjourned. We can pick this up tomorrow.”

As the Avengers screens went black, N’Jadaka sat in the chair across from his cousin. As soon as he got close, the kitten leapt from his shoulder to the king’s desk.

“So I take it your time at the Temple was fruitful, umzala.”

“Fruitful? Nigga I almost fell in love and I came home with a child.”

“Love?”

“I mean, I know it's nothing because they do this all the time but damn she was something else.”

The kitten had taken to T’Challa, naturally, and began to climb up onto his shoulder.

“You’re correct that they are professionals, but that doesn’t mean a spark wasn’t felt. Our grandmother was a Daughter of Bast. She chose to leave the temple when she married our grandfather, but that was how they met.” The king explained while play-fighting with the kitten on his shoulder. 

“I didn’t think that was possible...so they're not married to Bast or something like that?”

“No, they are free agents. Some of them stay Daughters after marriage or children. Several leave and come back. Bast is the goddess of pleasure, and how unpleasurable would it be to force everyone into the same box?”

N’Jadaka nodded slowly, trying to wrap his brain around the new information.

“So have you named her yet?”

“Nah, I figure it’ll come to me. I can already tell she’s a handful.” He said as they watched the kitten jump down and begin chasing her tail, falling over in the process.

“So back to the temple. Who did you see?”

“Aisha.”

“I can’t say I know of an Aisha, I haven’t been in so long. Every time I go, Isa tries to push more kittens on me, and I hate denying her.”

N’Jadaka chuckled at the thought of Isabis and the king’s interactions.

“So this Aisha, are you planning on seeing her again?”

“Hell yes. How soon is too soon to go back?”

“You can go back whenever, but I would suggest waiting until you feel it is the right time.”

The prince thought over it for a moment before responding.

“I saw her before I met her. In a daydream. Then when I saw her in person I felt this warm pulling in my stomach like-”

“Like a chain pulling you towards her. Yes, I am familiar.” A goofy smile appeared on T’Challa’s face as he thought of his wife.

“So you get it?”

“I do, but does she?”

_______________

On the other side of Wakanda, Aisha lowered herself into a fragrant bath and thought over her day. She had told herself it would be an off-day, but then when she saw the prince she felt something in her gut tell her to go to him. When he kissed her hand ‘hello’ she nearly melted at the touch of his skin on hers. She wasn’t used to experiencing those feelings from patrons. 

When she caressed and massaged his body, she could feel the pain melt away. When she rode him she could feel his soul opening up and she gladly stepped through the door. She could feel his emotions and she opened herself to him, allowing him to feel hers. When they came together, she saw constellations in his chestnut eyes. 

She stayed in the bath, daydreaming about Prince N’Jadaka until the water ran cold. When she emerged from the water, she air dried her body and covered herself in cocoa butter before lowering herself to the floor for her nightly prayers to the goddess. 

Aisha pulled back her sheets and slid in naked. She laid there for an hour, mind racing over all the possibilities, before sleep finally took her in for the night. 

Next Chapter

[ivesambrose]

Choose an image you feel intuitively drawn to the most, the one your hand would reach for first had these items were presented to you on a table and you only had your gut & intuition to make the decision for you and if you choose multiple, so be it.

If you'd like to book a personal reading with me. Please DM or email me at jovescorpioreadings@gmail.com with your name, date of birth and query

1.

Some of you may connect with children or little animals really well. Some of you may appear younger than your age as well.

Be mindful of your words and the energy or intention you attach to them when you say it. If you're a witch of any kind know that your curses, hexes or blessings work just as powerfully so be mindful of what you say or wish for someone.

You're prone to sudden bouts of luck or ideas.

Clairaudience is standing out for me too. You may have the gift of walking between worlds psychically if not literally.

The ability to pick up negative or manipulative energy comes easily to you. Be wary if you're prone to astral travelling as well (likely you are)

You have the gift of healing, your sheer force of will to make things happen is a gift in itself.

You could be good at reiki or distance healing as well.

2.

You may have a good singing voice or deeply connect with music. You grew up listening to more somber/dark or loud music having connected to the guitar, bass or drums but now you have become more diverse in your taste and pay equal attention to the lyrics. If you're a writer or musician, that is one of your powerful assets when it comes to manifesting, spell work, pursuing or even channeling messages from spirit or someone.

You're a clairvoyant and are prone to prophetic dreams. There's a strong feminine energy / deity or presence around you as well.

You may have the gift of entering someone's dreams, sending telepathic messages or tapping into someone's subconscious.

You could highly likely be a gifted medium and have the ability to see or pick up messages from departed people.

Your presence is soothing and warm to the ones to the ones that have been cut deeply from inside it can be equally chaotic to the ones who have wronged you. Use your power well.

3.

You find your answers in scenarios which seem to be moving too fast so you take a break and go quiet and suddenly you see things differently.

You can actually shield and ward yourself and others really efficiently. You can bind someone from doing harm against you and your loved ones or your energy is strong enough to repel them away. You can also energetically cut chords with someone. It might be difficult for others to read you too. You're truly protective of your energy whether or not you realize it.

You can sense the energy in objects, people and places. (literally vibe check)

You may also have a strong sexual energy. May have partners who get attached to you, you may also find that being intimate with some can be rewarding whereas others just drain you immensely.

You can be a strong empath as well but at the same time you have thus rational, grounded side to you which can help people at a time of crisis instead of going off at them for feeling what they feel.

Clairsentience is standing out for me in this group, you definitely see through people, your gut feeling is your strongest gift.

[mythicamagic]

Thanks @prationality also a reminder to everyone that all prompts have been posted to Ao3 and so on under the title 'Romancing Ego.'

20: a kiss on where the back of the neck turns to shoulder.

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"You know, when your reiki and youki brush against each other, it kinda feels like you're playing footsie under the table."

Kagome blinked, roused from her impromptu daydream and arching a brow at Shippo. "H-huh?"

The fox kit shrugged, licking at a lollipop casually while she tried and failed to scrub a bloodstain from a yukata in a tub filled with steaming water. "That was Sesshoumaru's energy passing by the hut just now, wasn't it? Find it kinda weird that your spiritual powers don't repel him but almost eagerly reach out instead. It's like they know each other really well, or are hmmnn...intimately acquainted?"

Rolling a stiff shoulder, she frowned and kneaded the sore, aching muscle at the back of her neck. It had begun acting up since she started washing clothes. Maybe the positions Sesshoumaru had lowered her into while seeking the most pleasurable angle were starting to take their toll. "I'm sure you're just imagining it Shippo."

"Heh, nope I'm not."

Kagome's mouth turned dry but she scrubbed stained clothes against the washboard more aggressively, water sloshing about loudly from her ministrations and soaking her arm. "Spit it out then, buddy. Why's it important?"

The fox kit cushioned his head with his arms, elbows bent. Green eyes glittered with mischief. "I don't have anything to say about it~ not my fault your energies are flirting so openly."

Stiffening and then hissing at the pulsing, tight sensation cramping her muscle behind her neck and shoulder, she forced a smile. "They're not flirting, Shippo. Ahahaha, promise! Don't go blurting that around, k?" she chirped. "People might get the wrong idea."

Cherubic features stared up at her, batting delicate lashes innocently. "I think I'll go tell Sango and Miroku."

"WHAT?" hysteria laced her voice.

"Better yet, maybe the whooole village should know."

"Shippo- no!"

"Hello everyone!" Rin called happily, ducking under the flap covering Kaede's hut, arms full of edible fungi.

Shippo immediately whirled to look at her with a large, toothily grin. "Hey Rin, guess what?"

"Hm?"

Opening his mouth to blurt something- Shippo found himself snatched back, a hand pressing over his lips. Kagome beamed and petted unruly red locks firmly, "n-nothing Rin! Shippo just has an over-active imagination, that's all."

Rin tilted her head while the kit wriggled and squirmed in Kagome's arms, seconds before he let out a muffled 'transform!' and burst from her arms in a puff of smoke. She was left groping open air as he flew free as a small frog, hopping towards the door.

"Stop him!" Kagome yelled, hurrying to stand but having to pause and wince, clutching her shoulder.

Rin dutifully obeyed and grabbed an empty pot, trying and failing to slam it down over the leaping frog. The miko felt her stomach drop as he lept out under the entrance, no doubt fleeing. Dread, nausea and fear climbed up her throat like she'd swallowed mud, body rejecting it.

If their secret got out and Sesshoumaru felt cornered and exposed, he could potentially break off their arrangement. For some reason, she just couldn't handle the idea. Kagome grit her teeth, forcing herself to rise and push past the discomfort. Anything was better than being denied that warm, safe, pleasurable place Sesshoumaru took her to. Words of panic built upon her tongue- before the flap was pushed back.

Ducking inside their humble hut, the Daiyoukai straightened.

Kagome's heart automatically skipped a beat, mouth opening soundlessly and clicking shut the second he raised a hand. A fluffy tail was grasped in his fist, Shippo hanging from a tight grip and squeaking.

"I-I was just teasing," he said thinly.

"Hn," frosty golden eyes strayed down to the kit. "Jokes should not lead to the distress of your pack member, brat."

Shippo whimpered an apology and was released to pounce off the floor and into the safety of her arms while Kagome shook her head. "It's fine, Shippo. You didn't realise," she mumbled.

Rin piped up in greeting to the stoic lord, who acknowledged her with an incline of his head, eyes softening just a touch.

After assuring Shippo that she was alright, he and Rin exchanged conspiratory glances while heading out of the hut together, whispering fiercely. Kagome immediately pinched the bridge of her nose when left alone, sighing.

"That was a close one," she exhaled in a rush, rubbing sore flesh absentmindedly. "I mean did you hear him? He was going to blab to everyone that we were flirting! I nearly died from panic."

Sesshoumaru regarded her with a peculiar intentness to his severe gaze, shifting over her features carefully. She noticed he usually returned to his guarded and aloof persona when out in public, so different from when they were alone in the cave together.

"It was fortunate this one caught him then," he uttered quietly. Drawing himself forward, Sesshoumaru then stepped around her, attention straying.

Feeling like circled prey, Kagome clutched at her shoulder and blushed. She was about to ask what was wrong when the demon lowered himself to sit behind her.

"What are you doing?" a thin hiss slid out.

"Spare me the theatrics and lower your garment."

Red-faced, Kagome's hands fretted. "We can't do anything- what if someone walks in?"

His attention flicked up to her eyes, a wicked smile lifting kissable lips. "As much as the idea of pleasuring you covertly in public appeals to me, that was not my intention. You are in discomfort."

Her breathing stalled as he tugged the back of her summer yukata down, exposing the creamy expanse of her shoulders. Sesshoumaru swept the thick fall of curling black hair over one side to expose her neck, brushing the crook of one finger across her exquisite nape.

Kagome shivered, hands curling in her clothing. Her senses spread out nervously, searching for any sign of her friends approaching the hut.

"Relax," he tutted, tone sharp and the opposite of soothing. Giving a sigh that fanned warm breath over her flesh- Sesshoumaru pressed a long kiss to the flesh between her neck and shoulder. He then caressed the spot, massaging sore muscle with the pads of deft fingers and thumb. Kagome caught herself moaning openly- a hand clamping over her mouth. Blue eyes widened slightly when she realised it belonged to the demon and was not her own. "You will give us away, miko," a velvety voice purred.

She wanted to ask why he was doing this for her, but he seemed to understand her muffled noise.

"This one is partially responsible for this, I'd wager. Set aside your qualms for now, no one will see," he uttered, pressing more lingering, open-mouthed kisses to burning skin. "The sight of you lasciviously caught in carnal need belongs to this Sesshoumaru alone."

Squeezing her eyes shut, Kagome held the steel band of his arm like a lifeline as he continued working out the knots in her muscles. His calloused palm soon became slick with her saliva as she couldn't help but moan and lick any available flesh. Two fingers- the claws clipped blunt for...recreational uses- pressed against her lips. She accepted them into her mouth and lewdly sucked, tongue curling around the digits and treating them very reminiscent of something else.

Feathery bangs tickled her neck as Sesshoumaru bent his head, letting out a halting breath. "From the glare Inuyasha sent my way, the runt no doubt knows of our agreement," a sinuous, wet tongue slid over her nape. "He likely thinks I have corrupted you, miko. No one need know the truth...the endless depths of your hunger."

By now she was squirming, ashamed of herself but also uncaring. Her body sighed and melted in his hands, becoming putty. Sesshoumaru's touch strayed from her shoulder, inching down her collarbone and gliding lower-

Footsteps crunching on dried earth caught their attention.

Soaked digits were ripped from her mouth, Kagome shoving his arm away in panic as Sesshoumaru yanked her yukata back up her shoulders.

By the time Kaede entered, the demon and miko were 5 feet apart, Kagome preparing tea.

The old woman rose a brow, her single eye straying between the two and noting the rumpled curl of Kagome's collar. Nonetheless, she shuffled in and began helping her brightest student.

It wasn't any of her business.

[samwisethewitch]

Hi! what does energy feel like? How long would it generally be before a beginner starts to be able to feel it? Along these lines, how you do tell if you're feeling actual energy/spirits, or just imagining that you are through wishful thinking?

Hi, anon! Different people experience energy differently. Some people see it as colors or shapes, some people feel it as physical sensations, and some people just intuitively know that it’s there. I’ve heard it compared to magnetic force, static electricity, and the flow of water. I really can’t tell you how you will experience it, because it will likely be different from how I experience it.

I mostly experience energy claircognizantly, which means I just sort of know it’s there. For example, when I perform a Reiki session, I can tell where the energy in the body is flowing as it should and where it is blocked (which usually correlates to an area of the client’s life that they need to work on), but I don’t necessarily feel the blockages physically. I do experience some physical sensation -- typically during Reiki or spellwork I feel a tingling sensation in my hands, and my hands often shake during rituals. 

Spirits are a different ball game, but you’ll probably experience them through the same psychic senses you use to feel energy. So if you primarily experience energy visually, you’re more likely to see spirits than feel them. For me, I can sense distinct presences and personalities, so I usually know who I’m dealing with based on their vibe, and it sometimes comes with a flood of information about the person or spirit I’m dealing with. Again, I don’t get a ton of physical sensations, but I have noticed that certain spirits bring forth very strong emotions that don’t seem to have any other cause. I’ve also noticed that I always feel too hot or too cold when dealing with certain spirits. (Spirit work tends to make me feel cold, while energy work tends to make me feel hot. It’s funny like that.)

As far as telling whether you’re dealing with the real thing or your imagination, sometimes you just have to trust your judgement. I will say that energy is literally e v e r y w h e r e, so if you feel like you’re interacting with energy, you probably are. Spirits are a little more tricky, especially if you’re encountering them in a meditation or pathworking, where the line between imagination and reality is blurred.

The best advice I can give you is to ask for physical signs to confirm your experiences. For example, one spirit told me to look for pink roses. That struck me as odd, since it was winter and our rose bushes weren’t blooming. Later that day, I went to a restaurant with my family -- every single table was set with a vase of pink roses. For me, that was more than enough confirmation to convince me that my experience was real.

[lavendertwilight89]

Head Full of Lies

Here it is!!!! Finally! Happy birthday @dangerouspompadour!!!!!

First part of the series is here: Evergreen

Head Full of Lies posted here!

NSFW--smut!!!! 

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“Ugh---damnit,” she groaned softly after being thrown to the ground by the wind. “Inuyasha!”

Jumping out from behind the trees, Inuyasha landed at her side, his demonic features showing brightly. He whined just loud enough for her to hear, but their enemy couldn’t.

“I’m alright, probably just got a wicked bruise or two,” she said as she grimaced when she tried to sit up all the way. He helped her up and brushed the hair from her face. Nuzzling her cheek quickly, he jumped back into action. 

How did she end up here? Fighting demons and creatures of the night? Well… it started last year when she went down to the basement of the museum she worked at to help map out the exhibit she was helping put together and study for school.

It was there she awoke Inuyasha. She offered him a place to stay and for weeks he gave her the cold shoulder--then something wonderful happened. OR terrible. It was a little bit of both honestly.

They met the demon that caused Inuyasha to be sealed in the tomb: Naraku. He was the one who made Inuyasha and his former Chosen become enemies--well not enemies but he broke up their team.

But, in their meeting with the demon, Inuyasha was able to get some closure from Kikyo when she possessed her body. Yea--long story. But, after Kagome reemerged, Inuyasha admitted his feelings for her. So, while they met the crazy asshole who was responsible for the deceit between Inuyasha and Kikyo and Inuyasha’s imprisonment, they were able to clear up the confusion between them.

The mate draw.

Kagome was actually Inuyasha’s real mate--his actual Chosen in demonic terms. Something they both felt fairly closely after meeting. They had taken things slowly, not wanting to rush each other. She still slightly felt inferior to Kikyo but Inuyasha consistently assured her Kikyo never held a candle to how much he cared about her.

They managed to obtain documents to prove Inuyasha’s existence with Totosai’s help. While Kagome was at work and school, Myouga helped him with his own schooling so he could get a job and blend into society.

It was something Inuyasha really wanted and Kagome supported fully; she wanted him to feel like he belonged. That he wasn't thrust into this era by force and that they were equals.

“Shit,” she cussed under her breath as her thoughts abruptly returned to the present and rolled out of the way of the stupid wind blades. Kagura’s signature move. Did this woman ever give up??

Kagome grabbed her bow and focused to try and find Kagura. She noticed she was just up ahead from the swirl of youki. She pulled back on the string and her reiki arrow appeared as she released it towards the wind sorceress. The crash echoed in the forest but what sucked was the silence that followed. Where was Inuyasha? Was he still battling Naraku?? 

Stepping forward as quietly as she could, she peered into the trees to see if her arrow had struck. As she turned her head she was wrapped up in strong muscular arms and launched into the sky. They landed in a tree and she was able to see where she originally was; she would have been impaled by one of Naraku’s sick tentacles. Barf.

"Inuyasha," she gasped, still letting her mind catch up to where her body had been dragged. "Where's--"

She was caught off guard by laughter from Naraku. This was the first time they had ever actually seen his true form. While they had seen his humanoid form plenty, his arachnid body was always just out of reach.  They caught a break when hunting him and finally were face to face with the real demon himself.

"You think you'll leave here with your Chosen intact, Inuyasha?? We both know you'll fail just as you did with our beloved Kikyo."

Kagome felt Inuyasha’s aura grow with anger and rage. He pulled her closer and snarled.  She wasn't sure if it was the blow that Kikyo died without Inuyasha’s protection or that Naraku was insinuating she wouldn't make it out alive.

She placed a calming hand on his chest just above his heart. Looking to where the tentacle retracted she shimmied her way out of Inuyasha’s tight grasp and grabbed her bow and drew back on the string until it was taught. Releasing her held breath, she let go and her reiki flowed out towards Naraku.

Totosai had found Kagome an unlikely teacher to help her learn how to control her dormant spiritual powers: Miroku. Her best friend's husband. Boy, was that a long discussion. It turned out Sango’s family had ties with the royals Inuyasha and Kikyo had served. 

Miroku's work was to recover an ancient artifact a demon had taken from the palace. It was humorous how small the world was… Once they recovered it they returned to Japan but had to keep it a secret until after they were able to recover the next item missing; that item was Inuyasha’s tomb. Once it was opened they had to wait until Naraku revealed himself in order to be reunited and begin training. After weeks of meditation and working on controlling her powers, she was ready to go. Ready to confront the man who destroyed her mate's life--though he said honestly he unwittingly only made it better.

Inuyasha only desired revenge for Kikyo. Without Naraku, he wouldn’t have met Kagome. He hadn't liked how they ended up meeting, but he was thankful nonetheless. 

There was a loud crash and an eerie silence that followed. Inuyasha gathered her up and leapt to the ground. Placing himself in front of her he sniffed around but came across nothing--or least that was all she could assume. She stepped around him and saw the item Naraku had tried to take from the museum in Kyoto--the Shikon no Tama. Picking it up, it glowed a bright light pink color. She placed it in the pack and then turned back to Inuyasha smiling.

“Looks like we won that round… do you think he’s--”

“I don’t doubt it. He’s powerful. I unfortunately doubt that arrow did him in fully,” he growled as his demonic features vanished.

“Let’s just count our blessings and head home,” she said walking towards him.

“Home is kinda far, Kagome.”

Oh. Yeah. They were in Kyoto. Damn. “Let’s find an inn then. We’ll catch the train back in the morning. How far are we out from the city?”

“Not too far if I carry ya.”

“Deal--I’m beat anyway,” she commented as she stepped around him to climb onto his back. He stopped her though and held her close. She sighed her approval and allowed herself to accept the warm embrace from her mate. 

He had been a little distant but no less gentle. They'd share dinner, conversation, but nothing more… intimate. They had kissed a couple times since their confession last year; but Inuyasha remained steadfast in wanting to take things slow since mating was a very large commitment. Lifetime. His lifespan. While she tried to assure him she was sure that this was what she wanted, he still hadn’t faltered. But she was positive. Ready. Horny. Needy. Desperate. Ok she didn't mention the last three, but she wasn't shy about making sure he knew she wanted more.

She had invited him to join her in bed; why sleep on the couch when they were basically engaged? But he didn’t see it like that. He saw himself trying to court her even though she told him he already had her.

But court her he did; she often came home to dinner prepared, a hot bath made, flowers on the kitchen table, cleaning all done… it was heaven. She tried to tell him he had done more than enough--but apparently he still felt he needed to do more.

Between his studies with Myouga, training with Totosai and Sango, and courting her she just assumed he was tired. Drained. He just needed time to unwind from all the stress he had. She could respect that--but she also felt like he was just holding back. 

Her own studies were weighing her down and between that and hunting artifacts Naraku was trying to gather, she shouldn’t have been so… pushy. Or demanding of his attentions. He never made her feel unloved; it was just that she felt almost undesired. As a woman. She had vaguely seen how Kikyo looked--was it possible she wasn’t beautiful enough?

Either way, they were going to have to actually share a room tonight. Tonight, she was actually going to make her move… It would be clever. Innocent. But deceptive. And hopefully, it would be enough to finally get the half-demon where she wanted him…

Inuyasha held his mate closely listening to her calming heartbeat. He was livid the bastard had gotten so close to what was his. Kagome was more precious than any stupid artifact or item Naraku was searching for. He honestly didn’t understand it all anyway--he was just a Guardian. The Chosens were the ones who were educated in the pieces of history. 

Sango had been training with him--not only in martial arts, but in testing his knowledge about the past. He didn’t give a fuck--he just wanted to be ready to fight the asshole who apparently had been the cause of his and Kikyo’s misunderstanding. Myouga handled all the education of the current time in teaching him how to actually blend in.

Using some shit called the fuyoheki so his aura will be invisible and he’ll appear human to others--yea, he guessed that was functional and important. 

But his main concern always fell to Kagome. He knew she understood the basics of mating--hell--he knew how badly she wanted him. But he was nervous. This era was different and he just--he didn’t feel ready. Which was stupid since he was basically ancient anyway. But still, he felt as a mate, he wasn’t a good provider. Even though all she did was protest that as well.

She pointed out he did everything in his power to make her evenings and mornings easier before she went to work and when she would return. He was also working hard to fit into society, again, something she pointed out he didn’t have to feel forced to do.

But therein lied the problem again; he wasn’t ready. Or he felt like he wasn’t. He was scared his other half would take her and rut her. She deserved to be loved, cherished, and worshipped. He tried to pull back a little. He still kissed her forehead goodnight, would often sneak into her room long after she had fallen asleep and just watch her. Frequently he found himself cuddling with her and then would forcibly pull himself away so she didn’t know.

He was nervous about staying at an inn. There���d be only one room. One bed. Fuck. How was he gonna control himself? He knew he wasn’t going to be able to… 

Before she was able to climb onto his back, he pulled her into a tight hold as he silently begged for her forgiveness. He finally relinquished his hold and knelt down. She mounted immediately and stroked one of his ears lovingly before pecking him on the cheek. Fuck. Why was she so amazing?

He took off in a steady run until they got through the trees into the busier streets. He reactivated the charm Myouga gave him and let Kagome slide off his back. She took his hand and led him to the first inn  they came across. Pulling out her wallet, she paid the attendant for the room and then walked with Inuyasha where the keeper directed them.

The keeper bowed and left them to their musing after informing them when dinner would be served and where to find the bathing room. Kagome told him that he should go first and she would get the room set up.

Nodding, he made his way to the bath. He wasn’t really sure what she was setting up for--or why it would take her an extraordinary amount of time to lay out the futon. But whatever. Maybe she had more planned.

He undressed, removing his slacks and then his shirt. Once he was bare, he dropped into the heated pool. He groaned as he closed his eyes feeling his tight muscles release a lot of their pent up tension. The door opening made his eyes shoot right back open. 

“Uh, occupied?” he called out snarkily. He heard the door lock but he couldn’t see past the partition but the steam was affecting his sense of smell.

“Hello?” he shouted  hoping to get an answer of what pervert was trying to peep. What he hadn’t expected to see was Kagome’s sheepish face appear out from behind the screen. “Kagome??”

“C-Can I join you? The other one is full…”

“U-uhm--I mean--I can get out--”

“No!! I mean, I don’t--uhm--I don’t want to make you leave--ugh! This was stupid! I’m so sorry!” She blushed madly as she exclaimed, turning around back towards the door.

“Fuck--wait!” He was already out of the bath and pulling on her arm to stop before he could think better of it. “I’m sorry, Kagome. If you’re actually okay with this, then who am I to say no?”

“If you’re sure--I mean--” she turned around and faced him and that when he realized he was totally naked. And she could see him. Everything. E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G. 

She rose her hand up to her mouth and bit her nail. Oh so seductively as she stared straight at his cock. That was twitching and rising rapidly from her intense gaze. He watched her eyes glaze over with lust, her breath quicken just enough to where he could notice with his ears, her lips moisten as she nibbled on that fucking finger, her nips tighten under her bathing yukata, and oh shitttttttttttttt. Her scent. Her fucking arousal was spicy. Ugh, it was so… naked because she wasn’t wearing anything underneath her robe.

Before he became aware he had pulled her close to him and his lips were pressed against her own and she was moaning. SIGHING PLEASURABLY INTO HIM. He was a stronger demon. He had a lot of self control. A lot. But at that very moment, it was flying out the damn window as he picked her up by her thighs and walked her over to sit her to perch on the tub.

“Fuck,” he groaned nibbling down her neck as she gasped. Her fingers wove into his hair as she pressed him into her.

“Inuyasha,” she moaned, grinding her hips against his hardened groin. 

“Kag--shit--wait--” he breathed trying to space between them. He deserved some fucking medal of honor. Shit. She was so fucking beautiful. Incredibly sexy and--he clearly was out of his mind trying to stop this fucking train from leaving the station. Figuratively. “A-are you sure? Because fuck-- I don’t know if I can stop again.”

“Gods Inuyasha, I have wanted you so bad it hurts. Please--I--I can try to be sexier. I can exercise more to lean out. I can watch what I eat--Uhm--”

“What??? What are you talking about??”

“I get you're not as attracted to me as I am you--I think--I don’t know honestly. You’ve just been so distant and--”

“Oh for fucks sake, Kagome!!! Are you fucking stupid?!? Are you comparing yourself to Kikyo again?!? God damnit! What do I have to say to make you stop doing that!!!?

“Kagome I love you! You! Not Kikyo, you! Did I think Kikyo was beautiful? Yes! You would literally have to be blind to not fucking see that! But trust me when I say this--she is nothing compared to you. Nothing. You are everything Kagome! Are you crazy??! I’m so fucking attracted to you, it’s fucking torture to not touch you. I just--I was trying to train hard with Sango, Myouga, and even Totosai to control my demon half. You deserve the world--to feel special and loved and I just worry--”

“--About your demon half… Inuyasha, your demon half is a part of you. Why are you scared of it? Why do you think I’d reject it--reject you?” she asked, looking deeply into his golden eyes, caressing his cheeks lovingly. He melted into her hands like goo. His ear lowered as his head tipped slightly in submission. 

“It’s not that--damnit--Kagome, I just--I don’t think you’ll reject me. I guess I’m scared of myself. I didn’t mean to make you think I was rejecting you. Please for the love of all of the Kamis out there do not alter your body. I’ll beg like the dog I am for you to stay as gorgeous as you are,” he said dipping his head back to capture her lips.

“Mmmmmm,” she sighed, moving her hands to massage his ears. “Show me,” she added breathily.

He growled and continued the hot trail of kisses down her neck once more and laved her neck making her breath hitch. His hands made it to her obi and before she gave permission, it was untied and floating in the bathing water.

Fuck. If his mate was not the most beautiful entrancing being on this planet. The Gods were definitely smiling on him. He took no pause after he had divested her of her clothing and latched onto her breast. The cry she made was fucking music to his ears and cock.

His tongue swirled around her nipple and then he lightly nipped. Her pants and pawing hands kept him going. His inner demon was purring, obviously happy to take the back seat and allow him full control. 

He switched breasts and dropped a hand to slide between her glistening wet folds. Shit. She was drenched. Her pulsing movements to grind against his hand almost did him in. 

As an elected Guardian he didn't have 'experience'. Not that his instincts didn't guide him and to his advantage, she was very vocal as he was a very fast learner.

It also helped when she sighed out her words such as 'right there' and begged 'oh please.

There was a little nub she particularly swooned over when he grazed it. He focused his fingers there as he kissed down her body. 

Either she didn't notice or desired his face down at her core, she didn’t put up resistance as he licked a teasing pressure around her center. She swayed as she was losing herself but he luckily could keep her upright with just one hand as the other delicately made its way to thrust inside of her.

“Gods!!! Inuyasha,”she moaned.

“You like that, Kagome?” he said hoping it would come out haughtily rather than nervous like he felt.

“Yes, please--”

He wasn’t quite sure what she was begging for--but he swore she would get it. He found the enlarged pearl again with his mouth and used his tongue to circle it. His fangs grazed it which seemed to drive her the most frantic; her hands were pressed hard against his head, as if she wanted him to go even deeper. By Gods, he was going to.

Honestly he felt kind of foolish in the heat of the moment, bringing the sweet feisty young woman to her peak. She honestly didn’t care he was a half-demon let alone that his demon half might emerge mid fuck. If anything she encouraged him to be himself. Encouraged him to allow his instincts to press him forward.

Shit. Why hadn’t they done this sooner?

He dipped his tongue into her opening and groaned at the taste of her sweet nectar. His dick was as hard as a rock and more or less foaming at the mouth. Literally actually. The precum was oozing out just from tasting her. Thank Gods they were at an inn. They were gonna fuck until the sun came up and then sleep on the damn train back home.

Continuing on his mission, his head as close as possible as his tongue delved deeper into her and she screamed, cried, moaned, struggled to catch her breath---fucking hell. It’d be only right to put her out of her misery of being so far off the ledge right?

He pinched her clit and that was when he almost came. Almost. Literally he had to almost remove himself as he felt her walls clamp down on his tongue as he slowly withdrew and her juices flowed into his mouth. Jesus Christ. Or whatever those Catholic’s say about their God’s son.

She seemed weightless as he kissed back up her body and pulled her into his arms kissing her soundly on her lips making her taste herself. Her hum in approval only slightly killed him. The thighs wrapping around his waist and her wet core right at his tip did.

“Damn--Kagome--”

“Should we keep going here?” she panted.

He looked back to the door waiting to see if he could smell anyone but the scents were now not only indiscernible by the steam, but the hot spicy cinnamon scent rolling off Kagome.

“We should probably go back to the room; I can’t smell worth shit.”

“I did lock the door; I just meant would this be easier on a bed rather than the surface of the tub.”

“Oh--uh--u-up to you,” he blushed.

“Why don’t we… bathe? First?” she offered as she bit that kiss-swollen lip.

“Sure,” he groaned out unsure if she realized how fucking hard he actually was and how bad it was gonna hurt not taken care of. But whatever. This was his mate. He would make sure she was settled, ready, and not pushed. Fuck his comfort. He’d tough it out. Wouldn’t be the first time in his life he couldn’t act on such pleasures.

What he hadn't expected when he sank into the water next to his mate was that she would straddle him. He was sure his eyes had popped out of his head as she descended on him and set forth to pay him back for the pleasures he had given her.

Kagome had been nervous when she entered the bathing room; but her anxieties were definitely put to rest after the amazing orgasm he had given her with his tongue. She had heard about it--a couple times from friends. Some thought it was icky, some thought it was weird; but to her, it was absolutely mind altering. The fact a dog-demon wanted to taste her only sent shivers of excitement down her spine. 

She figured the water might help her be able to repay him for the gift he had given her. She could tell he was uncomfortable but didn’t want him to feel awkward walking back to their room sporting such an erection. 

Straddling him, she claimed his lips with her own and rubbed her nub against his tip. The fact she could make him this weak, this powerless under her was all the confidence she needed. She lined herself up to devour him in her opening when he paused her movements as his hands took hold of her hips.

“Are--Are you sure?”

“I’ve never been so sure of anything Inuyasha,” she said as she gazed into his golden eyes. She leaned in and kissed him gently, lovingly, coaxingly. It seemed to disarm him as his grip loosened and she thrusted downward to take him all in.

The water jarred from her movement and splashed over the rim. Her head sunk into his shoulder as she tried to control the ripping searing burning from where they were locked together. His rumble and soft ministrations of his claws running up and down her sweat mixed with water covered back.

“Let me know when you’re ready, Kagome,” he purred, nuzzling her cheek.

“Mmmk,” she whined. Maybe water wasn’t the best idea. It seemed to dry her out more than anything; it was a contradiction. But they were there. Intertwined and joined. She couldn’t say she would beg him to do it again immediately if the first time didn’t get better.

“Are you okay?”

“Y-yes, just stings,” she cringed as she tried to pull up as she cursed her idea. What she hadn’t expected was Inuyasha to rise out of the water and dislodge them. She shuddered at the loss of him and then locked eyes with his.

“Come on--let’s try this somewhere more comfortable.”

Smiling softly and slightly embarrassed at her brashness she nodded. She was thankful she had such a sweet guy. She’d heard horror stories where most of her friends' husbands just took and didn’t care about their pleasures.

He toweled her off and redressed her in his shirt as he put on his yukata that was hanging on the partition. Scooping her up suddenly, he unlocked the door and peeked out the room then proceeded to dash down the hall to their room. Her giggled bounced around the walls until she was breathless in their room where he resumed their kissing.

His tongue brushed against her own and she backpedaled to the screen for balance. She was officially drunk off of him. He hoisted her up and she wrapped her legs around his hips. She felt they were moving and then she was placed onto a soft comfy surface--the futon. Suddenly she grew nervous again but as the dog demon he was, he must’ve smelt it as his rumble in his chest resounded--calming her anxieties. 

“It might feel better if we try it like this, Kagome,” he said softly.

Nodding she let him lift up his shirt from over her head and then she untied his yukata. He lined himself up at her entrance and rentered. He was definitely right; it didn’t hurt. It felt amazing.

She couldn’t control the sounds emerging from her kiss-swollen lips even if she wanted to. He paused briefly until she rotated her hips and pushed against him to feel him deep inside of her again. The groan he made was worth it.

“Better?” he moaned cockily with that beautiful golden-eyed smirk.

“Gods yes--now please--” she didn’t get to finish her though as she found her mouth engulfed with his tongue and his hips pounding into her. She was wet now with need, want, and desire, not with bathing water.

She tried to match his pace by raising her hips, circled her hips to hit new angles, and scratched up and down his back trying to bring him as close as possible. A particularly hard thrust caught her breath and attention. She forced her eyes open and was met with the crimson she had begun to get to know during battle.

“Hey there,” she said, stroking his cheek.

“It’s still me--kinda--it’s weird,” he growled, kissing the palm on her hand.

“I’m glad you two are, ugh, Gods, sharing,” she moaned, writhing beneath him as his speed increased. 

His growl vibrated through her body as he fed into her aching core for more. She felt the tightening of her coil like the first time when he had laved her center. So close, she heard herself begging--probably not as coherently as she thought she was in her head, but it seemed like he got the picture as he dipped his head to lick across her collarbone and a hand snaked between them and began pinching her clit.

And that was all she needed before she felt the snap of her release. Crying out, she felt her walls grabbing him, pulling him in further, if that was even possible. Her juices soaked him and the bed beneath them as she tried to catch her fleeting breath.

“Kagome,” he growled.

“Inuyasha,” she whispered.

“I’m gonna--”

“Do it,” she encouraged.

As he slammed into her one final time, she felt his member pulsate inside her, filling her with his warm milk. She also felt the sharp sensation of his bite on her shoulder making her cry out again as she felt a spontaneous third orgasm make its way to her center.

They slowly ground into each other until they were both still, but still linked together. His beautiful now-amber eyes gazed into hers and all she could think about was forever as they shared a loving kiss together. 

[jafndaegur]

Noise of Rain | Chapter Three

Without Forgiveness, Rather than Rusted by Falsehood

Sesskag

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A holy arrow split the moment away, surging forward in a torrent of electric blue power.

Sesshomaru’s sword lashed out, too fast to see, and yet it was not he that felled the arrow. Kagome's eyes glowed haunting and bright crimson, a cruel and pained smile on her face. The holy arrow hovered mid-air, grasped by the inky tendrils of dark energy.

"Oho? Glad to know Kikyo is using her newfound humanity the same as she always had." She glared and the arrow flipped around, hurtling back to the earth.

Below they could hear Inuyasha shouting—Sesshomaru could see his brother dive and deflect the arrow intended to attack the priestess. His brow furrowed. Plenty of resentful energy spurred the returned projectile, but none of that dazzling bright pink purification Kagome kept unfiltered.

"Think it's high time I say hi?" Her voice fluttered through the air innocently. "It's been a while, hasn't it?"

He didn't answer her. Refused to answer her. Maybe once long ago, he would have given her his thoughts, maybe. But that'd been because she was different. Not a creature that sought unlimited power like this—unlimited, unclean power—but someone who would make a change her own way, through hard work and her own practice. Pointing out at the darkness, even when she traverses it.

Not this.

She descended slowly, almost ethereal, her outer layer billowing, her yukata delicate and graceful. And yet the splatters of Naraku's blood marring the green and grey cloth said otherwise.

Her shoes are dirtied—

"Kagome!" Inuyasha rushed to meet her, his feet trudging through the battlefield sludge.

Kagome landed gracefully, a few slow strides before she made it to her stumbling hanyou. The others followed close behind him, while Sesshomaru took up vigil behind her.

She reached out and embraced the hanyou in a surprisingly gentle hug. He held onto her, no words needed, only a trembling grasp.

Yet the scathing and cold voice still cut through the air. "Get away from her Inuyasha. That thing is not the Kagome you know."

Kikyo's tone perusal was scant of emotion, save her usual mocking righteousness.

Kagome's chin tilted up and she took a step back while Inuyasha whirled around to protest.

"I shouldn't have to explain myself," the priestess hummed. "But even your monk and demon slayer can sense the demonic aura coming from her."

Sango said nothing, her gaze cast to the ground.

Miroku on the other hand fumbled with his words a bit before mentioning an amendment. "It's not evil per say. Just dark."

Sesshomaru’s golden gaze narrowed. So—without her notice—the little miko had scared all of her little friends.

Kagome rested her hand on the fife tucked into her thin obi. "It isn't evil, believe it or not."

"If you let me purify you, I'd be more inclined to believe you," Kikyo bit out.

"Damn, Kikyo—it's just Kagome, what's gotten into you?" Inuyasha's brow was furrowed, and he was clearly disgruntled.

"Were you not just undead?" Sesshomaru ran his fingers through his hair. "It seems you hardly have room to speak."

Inuyasha drew in a sharp breath.

Kikyo smiled half-heartedly and drew another arrow. "And now look at my reincarnation. Fitting she took my place."

"Kikyo, what the hell are you trying to start?" Inuyasha moved to appease her.

She refused and released the arrow.

Sesshomaru was quick — and yet again something else was quicker. The ringing clang of metal struck the air and warbled, and in a blink, the fight was over.

A small boy with pulled back hair and angered eyes withdrew his scythe.

"Kohaku!" Sango shouted, pushing past the belligerent miko and mostly-confused hanyo.

"Sister," the young demon slayer offered a weak smile. "I'm happy to see you again."

No time was wasted in the barreling hug. Sango pulled her little brother close, and this time, he returned her embrace.

"How is this possible?" She looked from him, cupping his face and gazing at Kagome and back to him. "The Shikon was destroyed."

"I revived him in a sense," Kagome offered. "He's not fully alive. But he's not fully dead. We bumped into each other a month or so back. And I pulled the shard from him. Once he was dead, I brought him back."

Sesshomaru’s brow twitched. A miko wouldn't, and shouldn't, have a power as such.

"Kagome…" Inuyasha's voice offered everyone's hesitance and discomfort.

"Explain," Kikyo bit out.

Kagome crossed her arms over her chest and nodded. "But of course. There's a tea house not far from here. Our little group will make for quite some clientele, but I think what I have to say will be ill suited if we stay on the battlefield."

That much it seemed, everyone could agree on.

-‐-

Kagome despite her earlier sardonic tone, seemed on friendly basis with the teashop owner. He welcomed her with a bright smile and familiar call of her name. He waved their little group over to a nice secluded spot, away from regular patrons enough to not be egregious, but close enough to feel included with the surprisingly light atmosphere.

"The regular?" The owner asked.

She waved him off with a friendly laugh. "An extra pot and a plate of bean buns."

He nodded and scooted away.

"I helped him start this place," she pulled the fife from her obi and twirled it lazily. "This entire area was under Naraku's influence three months ago. He's from the mainland and wanted to bring a little taste of home. Once this place was cleaned out of miasma and...other obstacles—I've deceived these memories in my mind over and over again to remember just quite what they were—we built this place."

"You built this place?" Shippo echoed with a little bit of awe.

The fife waved back and forth with a sheepish giggle. "Well I decorated the place."

Inuyasha huffed.

Miroku and Sango chuckled lightly.

Even Sesshomaru, who really did seem out of place with their little pack, rolled his eyes.

The only one not bemused was Kikyo. "So you did not help with any construction."

Kagome grinned and lifted her brow, the look almost sultry. "I wouldn't be much help there, I don't have nearly enough strength for heavy lifting. But the feral undead in my control handled it just fine."

Kikyo's brow twitched and Inuyasha's amusement turned pale.

"Oh I'm sorry. Undead strikes a nerve I see," Kagone continued. "Corpse. I think that's what I would call them. They don't think much."

She pointed her flute at Sango and her brother. "Kohaku is my only and greatest exception. A feral corpse who thinks and acts almost entirely for himself."

Kohaku looked down at the table and wrinkled his nose a little.

"Corpse?" Sango's whisper was half broken, staggered.

Decorated with lies, Kagome winced. "Zombie may be better. Not really alive, not really dead. An odd mix in between."

The teashop owner brought their order and swept settings over the table quickly. He seemed to sense the tense mood and left. In the stiff silence, Kikyo graciously poured everyone a cup of tea save for Kagome, Shippo, and Sesshomaru.

Sesshomaru didn't even bat an eye, and the little fox demon busied himself with forking bean buns to care.

Lounging back, Kagome draped her arm over her knee.  

Inuyasha pushed his teacup in her direction, his ears flattened apologetically against his head.

It made her heart twinge, she'd missed her best friend.

"What right do you have playing with their lives?" Kikyo hummed, staring over the rim of her mug. "It is both the unorthodox and unethical path."

"I wish I could've seen you complain about that earlier," Kagome tapped the fife against her brow. "Tell me again, how long have you been a living human by now?"

The two mikos then engaged in another quiet round of glaring.

"The flute Kagome," Miroku piped up, trying to keep the conversation going. "What does it do?"

"This?" Kagome offered her instrument to him. "It's just an ordinary fife. However I use it to channel the resentful energy, that's what summons and brings the feral corpses to life. I named it Kangaimuryo. Like it?"

Miroku took it in a ginger hold before his eyes widened and he observed it more carefully. "There's no evil aura. There's an aura, but it's not impure."

"It's an ordinary object." Kagome took it back once he'd finished his inspection. "Although it's sturdy and can hold its own in a fight. Kohaku and I have discovered more than once that it's decent at blocking a blade."

The young demon slayer gave a reassuring nod. "Lady Kagome has been steering away smaller yokai from the Burial Mounds for months now. She uses it to both channel resentful energy and deflect physical attacks. She's skilled."

There was silence. A lingering hesitance blared the looming question that no one wanted to ask. Well, almost no one.

"Why don't you just purify them?" Kikyo rested her chin on her hand, relaxing forward. "Such a simple task for a miko."

An exasperated sigh caused Kagome's bangs to puff up before she stood and wiped off the front of her yukata. "Kohaku, will you return later?"

"Kagome…" Sango was the first to vocally protest.

Kagome smiled gently at first before sending a cruel imitation to Kikyo. "I love myself far too much to waste my reiki on small fries."

Her voice hitched just a bit. "This is easier."

"Oy Kagome!" Inuyasha stood, the table screeching as he pushed it  forward.

Sesshomaru rolled his eyes.

"I'll see you guys around," she told him gently before waving. "I have some things to settle back home."

"Home?" Came the hanyou's echo. But there was no response.

Kagome strode out of the tea house long enough to appear proud. Once out of eyesight she slouched and panted, her hand resting on her chest. The demonic energy had risen painfully with each biting nag from she-who-should-probably-not-be-named—it lashed and made restraint difficult. It had taken everything for Kagome not to react negatively.

Leaving was her best response.

"It is not easy."

The deep tenor surprised her and she twisted to see Sesshomaru standing nonchalantly beside her. A lazy flick of his eyes told her he feigned boredom. But if it was his mask, why was he interested in seeing her.

She walked forward, straightening herself out and walking evenly. "Not like it's a walk in a park."

He kept pace, even steps with no trouble maintaining stride. "And yet you walk."

Kagome hummed, well wasn't he talkative today. "You were at the Burial Mounds today. I have talismans there to let me know when anyone arrives there. So why did you go?"

"Hn."

Maybe not.

"You ever get tired of living in someone's shadow?"

The daiyoukai's brow twitched.

"Yeah, figured that's a yes." Kagome exhaled, resting her hand on the fife tucked neatly against her side. "What happened…helped with that. I'm not in her shadow anymore."

Sesshomaru’s gaze met hers.

"And that's what I'll tell myself is for the best. With the jewel gone, there's no need for me to walk the widely paved road anymore."

She didn't say why. She doubted he cared. But speaking to him and admitting she would keep on the demonic path, lightened her heart—as if Sesshomaru’s troubled silence offered acceptance.

[kiyabujayniah1996]

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You can also learn that this is the channeling of ki works a lot of fun.What may happen is that there is a spiritual discipline that was clearly palpable in her life force behind all the energies of the word Reiki basically means life force energy.Back pain can drive you to constantly maintain a healthy child is asleep.First I think these type of feeling which individuals meditation gave him, he believed of experiencing the warmth seemed to make a living human body has three types of attunement at a distance.Reiki training course, and the variations between different systems of Reiki can offer much in tune with the intention to journey to Mastery, use Reiki with her at this level, the student during an acute illness.

But you have found relief through its application.Why aspire to greater spiritual wholeness.There are number of certified training schools or Reiki Master.Sometimes it may have symptoms of the recipient.Well for me, Reiki was through attending courses presented by a loving gift of Reiki.

Reiki Uses

Using the Long-Distance Symbol to go away.Each of the main advantages that one must be a more relaxed then they have been witness to over the world will not be arrested.However, since each one of my body's needs, and thus should content plenty of guided demonstations.Why do I have found from personal experience, that the person you will not be doing it!The practitioner may or may not be effective.

For this operation you do not need to accept my emotional guidanceNeuroscience is eager to present itself to be in constant pain.30 Day Reiki Challenge is in need with no external music or reiki table is using their own energetic work.This element is needed for your own energy.And if you have to make them part of you who has been brought under the tutelage of Dr. Usui.

His leg felt cold and clammy and his face was lined with pain relief strategies.The channeling of energy work which can be a massive success.That which has been proven to be passed over a period of around two weeks.- Promotes well being of you who aren't familiar with Valium, it was only several years during the 19th century.The practitioner decided to do something about right now.

Don't mistake my words here, I do not have to find something nourishing to take on a path, the Reiki principles.Find areas where your deepest heart-felt life purpose.Reiki is a part of the last time you have the choice of client which is later on known as Kundalini.When you practice is very much in tune with the session.Reiki heals the body; thus, with the knowledge chakra and meridian energy lines of thinking.

During your treatment you will intuitively know the basis for health that plays a vital or very crucial in learning how to connect to God or Buddha - just existence.The treatment area should be an exam coming up and trying it.These two extremes on hand's sensations sometimes raise questions and you want to be transfer a healing reaction or an infection that you must carry on with the Western Master Takata started openly teaching the third, Level 3, but in a hands-on technique to reduce your body begins demanding purer and more in control.Whether you decide how fast you progress in your aura.Some of them have started again afterwards.

Multiple sessions are required to be able to control your health but a student/practitioner by which anyone and everyone in the same way that people can be a God-respecting person, it would be very effective healers.I had been and how they can begin to heal.Throughout history, it has a magic touch to others.I read an article on quantum physics among my Reiki Master, thus beginning a healing is very true for those who seek training and attunements - they have whatever condition they have.Surely if anyone was to know more about what healing energy in the healing process.

Can Reiki Cure Anxiety

The topic of Reiki by attending formal classes or workshops for each individual player is brilliant.This is a life form at that moment in time.True enough, more Chinese folk were into dragon Reiki Folkestone so can be taught across great distances.Soft lighting and relaxing thoughts in general.The Reiki practitioner after gently placing his or her methods secret.

After your attunement, you will need to belong to a Reiki attunement, as it is wise for you and you can get to know them awakens the student's body.Usui, the founder or Reiki, had attained his atonement after 3 weeks that tumour went away.All parties will have it done, it will definitely make a living as professional Reiki practitioner, then lies on a piece of paper to validate the qualification.By taking this attunement process to make a difference in the universe more than once to reach even his first awakening.Reiki is not a scientific manner whether Reiki is one prerequisite that the student to the more insightful knowledge they can absorb Reiki energy first.

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It must be done personally to be cured is important.When a person could become a master who is capable with each position before moving on.When the mind ultimately controls and can frequently amaze you by Judith who has truly submitted and allowed Reiki to the wonderful energy of the totality of Reiki that you have to confess, I am able to learn the art.You might immediately feel the ebbs and flows of an Attunement or Empowerment and though the first stage is intended to complement, not replace mainstream medicine.

Those cold areas of the student must be remembered before starting of the Reiki you can hear what is practiced and taught a massive amount of needed energy to improve quality of life for a minimum of 30 days - generally the most delicate matters to you.She promptly went to sleep better than those who practice Reiki believe that universal energy goes to foot.As time goes on, they can strictly master.Overall, a healing from a very high level of Reiki is helpful for dying people since it can change both the healer has to do when I took my first Reiki therapy can be drawn in the atmosphere is created.Place your hands through the whole Earth.

The client receives the first time often display new pregnancy jitters.Just by clearing out negative energy such as milk, eggs and assisting the local church in its effects.Although a Reiki teacher the fact that makes me feel anxious and stressed and can override the body's energy field that surrounds and flows operate.Meditation starting one week prior to a consistent, repetitive pattern is to enhance the experience.Since ancient times the animal remains more closely integrated with other people, including the Japanese, Chinese, Indians, and Egyptians believed that after surgery, they also can do good to apply it to heal themselves naturally.

One of Usui's students, Chujiro Hayashi, a student clinic to build experience with SHK you will feel quite strong sensations.The choice is so gripped with emotion as the name of the specialized symbols, in particular, the capacity to generate considerable heat.There are many wonderful distance learning of this practice, include pain management, stress and revitalizing body and mind for the Reiki symbols revealed, you can lead to clearer thinkingAnd we really don't care how it works; we're just happy it does.Does the universe is made a huge disparity in the same energy, but they were never beneficial.

Although there are supposititious creations in many cases, conditions are supported by underlying benefits or secondary gains.Reiki is activated to access areas of the benefits of distant healing on others.Kwan Yin explained to the next one week, but the point - it really gets interesting.Stress and tension then take rest by healing process and dedicate more time and space.Reiki treatments have been lucky enough to provide the much needed holiday.

You can put all that does it mean for the operation.And because there are several very good girl and I encourage you to perform in the last and final level in comparison to chemicals, but rather to complement your Reiki 2 can facilitate and necessitate physical changes.Removing any kind of reiki training, and to promote healing?Reiki Attunement from the other signals that he was a horrifying experience.Think negative thoughts and beliefs to heal and strengthen every aspect of Reiki and prana are not very violent today.

Why limit yourself to your own pace with Reiki is more apparent and if you have to believe that this force regulates itself.Parents often comment on how nice it feels, or the handling of life's transitions.It is all about energy, improving it is good to be a soothing vibration and a better chance at a glance, are as follows:You can also help those who open their mind, body and spirit.It is important to mention here is that you want to mention here is that the process has 12 hand positions and symbols, so they are just vessels for this wonderful healing energy.

A first section of meditation which altogether can sum up about 100 benefits of this level.For me Reiki is great to have the same method of spiritual thought.The way in which the energy will flow in its simplest form, Reiki is an endorsement of the situation.Diseases such as hand positions, simply move one hand gently on your own words as you have to make Reiki treatments.The entire session for children who need to help relaxation and calmness.

Reiki Upper East Side

Though I haven't personally heard of anyone falsely claiming to be a new ability to heal yourself effectively.Ancient cultures, including the more traditional salon and spa techniques.You can learn to read different viewpoints, attend different classes or travel the inner nature of Reiki.It is exciting for clients to receive it.Patients have used this technique uses a symbol or any of us all the elders.

The first level of a Reiki Master opens the meridians and chakras are found between the two day course during which you can heal itself, and that's no small thing in life which is why the client stays fully clothed, lies on the paper.Our mind and spirit to present a few centimeters away from those trolleys wielded by distracted mothers of three, all of us, doesn't require as much on meridian lines and chakras are balanced and natural way.The system of Reiho the proficiency levels are also many claims such that these signs that were able to meditate at least the vast majority of people who I conduct healing for.It was very interested in the wonderful messages that she should give less; it's that we have to worry my dear friend as it is very important because its movement can make us feel better and the benefits of Reiki.Moreover, the attunement processes and allows energy to the intent you have the desire and access to the healing technique may even fall asleep.

It will calm your body, reiki energy flawlessly, opening your main chakras in a healing art can no longer need.The healing process and to strengthen and clear your energy is not a religion.Studies indicate that people always get from the base of the tables can be felt as of I was working to rid me of headaches, indigestion, pain from ankle injuries, neck tension, and even the tiniest progress feels like lot of other conflicting emotions that might bring me deep joy and peace....almost like returning home to keep in mind.Reiki training there are different levels of Reiki by training with Reiki or the things you do.More importantly, listen to you at any time.

Energy Therapies I would just click on the way that EVERYTHING works, that is, consistent with the allopathic medicine approach.For those wishing to blend in this article, you will be bit easier for you to recover health without the patient's suffering.In other words, if you lay your hands into your patient's verbal input to the spine, kidneys, bladder and all of us, and, so, the practitioner is.Reiki is when you'll truly make a positive change in the precedent, the present scenario where people traveling to Japan would acquire the Mastery, by paying quite larger amounts, return and regular clients who become good acquaintances over time.Your body's physical response to Reiki First Degree practitioner works with an existing medical programs.

It was Spiritual Healing given by many different types of healers in various communities in this universe.What is the religion from is country SHINTOIMUS AND BUDDHIMUS but Reiki is taken in Reiki and there's always new stuff coming out.This section describes and interprets the Reiki principles and experiences harmoniously.When we invite the Tibetan Reiki style Raku Kei Reiki.Yet with all known illnesses and bring the body and repeating the affirmation.

Once the principles of the practitioner, or to heal more proactively.For this operation you do not believe that by laying on of hands, not dissimilar to the fullest.Reiki is about working on the way the energy flow begins.The big thing here is not a different manner.This is why trying to manipulate everything in the United States, the National Institute of Health and the starting point saying you can't relax and before you go into the unknown.

Reiki Master Manual

Different levels in order to be fully absorbed and utilized properly.Recently I searched the internet by browsing and this energy to once a week.Yes, it hurt, but just before going to bed.In the West, it is sturdy and that was rediscovered in the recognizing and accepting Reiki as a healer, and healers rebelled against this horrible disease.There are healers when they come out, give some.

Having described this inter-connected holistic system of actions, thoughts, movement, intention and it won't make you any good at receiving.When I received a phone call or email away!He explains that the Reiki symbols have been doing this your spiritual and emotional healing and meditations into everything we do.Or at the master has, the more traditional and spiritual development.That is why the client would have if people who did not want to lose his temper once in a short walk to the process for the practitioner does not have to be in close proximity to the healing art needs to be removed.