#ieyasu: i humbly apologize for my presence

[kougetsuin]

  thinking about them darn kids 

[kaoru-tries-to-write]

Warlords hearing MC getting busy and their reactions (in no particular order), Part I of II

Long time no content, apologies! This is my first time writing a headcanon post, please enjoy~

Hideyoshi

-          On his way to deliver his daily report to Lord Oda, mentally running through the items in his head so he won’t forget anything and waste his lord’s precious time

-          Just about to announce his presence, he hears “the sounds”

-          Oh, it is definitely a bad time for a report. It’s just before dinner too, have they eaten already? Are they eating each—never mind! They’re definitely NOT going to be joining the others for dinner, that’s for sure

-          Shakes his head as he turns to head back down the stairs, trying to erase MC’s breathy voice from his mind

-          But he does return just a short while later with a tray filled with an assortment of Masamune’s onigiri and water, placing it by the door to help with their ‘recovery’

Mitsuhide

-          It’s his job to know everything that is happening, both in Azuchi and everywhere else. Today is his rare day off, even he needs a break from the shadow sometimes

-          His ears perk up as his silent steps carry him down the familiar hallway of Masamune’s manor

-          Masamune’s voice is unmistakable, his playful tone has dropped a whole octave though, man, MC does not stand a chance against that man

-          -Smirky smirk smirk. SMIRK-

-          The polite thing would have been to pass by quickly, switch out the water for sake in the kitchen as planned, then leave and pretend nothing was amiss

-          But not him, he stays and listens for a moment longer so he can tease MC later, just imagining her blushing face brought a chuckle to his lips, it’s going to be very entertaining indeed

Mitsunari

-          He couldn’t forget bumping into Lord Tokugawa in the library just the other day, and he was so kind and helped return the books to the shelves for him

-          So he had to do –something- to return the favour!

-          Both arms full of books and scrolls pulled from his room, they covered topics from rare herbs and how to grown them, to advanced drying techniques for preserving medicinal properties for use in the field

-          For once he wasn’t walking with his nose stuck between book pages, and he arrived outside Ieyasu’s room in record time

-          The maids’ strange behaviour should have alerted him to come back another time, but he’s Mitsunari~

-          Hearing grunts and shuffling through the screen door, he paused, trying to place the type of exercise Lord Tokugawa was doing

-          Would he be interrupting his workout? But he was so excited to see him again, surely Ieyasu won’t mind a break with some quality reading material? Oh, and he’s calling MC cute, she must be helping him again!

-          With his usual upbeat voice, he announced himself before sliding the door open with one foot… ((oh, baby, no))

Sasuke

-          Does his ninja ceiling thing as per usual above MC’s room

-          Is that Mitsunari’s voice? The famed strategist of Azuchi? Perfect opportunity for a little listen—

-          Hold up, what was that? Why is he comparing the back of his hand to her body. Oh. Oh no, but, also yes?

-          But MC is his friend, he should yeet himself out of there pronto, yet he stayed crouching above them as the angel’s voice went into detail on the beauty that is her skin, and touching all the placed to make her gasp and ask for more

-          Anything for science? No, he’s overstayed his welcome. Adjusting his glasses and pulling the cloth over his mouth, he’s gone before either of them are the wiser

Kenshin

-          Constantly looking for someone to train with, sun’s out, sword’s out, am I right?

-          Has already beat half the castle onto their butts in a self-declared battle royale, but where is Sasuke? He wasn’t in the training hall, or on the roof, he must be in his room!

-          With renewed energy, he charged for Sasuke’s room, dodging katanas with the grace of a dancer and knocking weapons flying as he went

-          What he wasn’t expecting was the soft moans just audible through the shoji screen

-          Is he not alone? Dammit! Of all times to be busy, he chose now?!

-          He won’t disturb them, but Sasuke best be prepared to train doubly hard as soon as he’s done

Shingen

-          He missed his friend, and he firmly believed the man he’s known still lives beyond the scar

-          For old time’s sake, he set out to pay Kennyo a visit at his temporary residence, bringing a few carafes of sake with him

-          The late afternoon sun lit the pebbled path up to the humble building, fresh incense and candles burned both inside and out, giving its surroundings a serene quality

-          He has a good understanding of the layout of temples, and he rounded to the back, where the private quarters are held

-          Everything was quiet, until it wasn’t

-          The moment he realized what was happening, is this what they call mixed feelings?

-          Kennyo’s room is always the one at the end of the hallway, and he could see the door shift slightly with every movement, no doubt they were –right- behind it

-          Each whimper and moan that’s being held back was most definitely still heard

-          Having the most devious smirk on his face, Shingen turned around and left while chuckling, “a little sin never hurt anybody”

Yukimura

-          Mumbling the whole way back from the market with a fresh batch of sweet buns, he made sure to leave half in the kitchen before taking the rest to Shingen

-          Stomping towards his Lord’s room, his thoughts almost as loud as his steps, he failed to realize Shingen was a little preoccupied

-          Wait, did he hear something? Or was that just his imagination? Shrugging his shoulders, he called out for Shingen and one hand moved to slide the door open… except it refused to move more than an inch

-          Confused, he stood and stared until he heard Shinge’s voice cooing seductively through the crack in the door. “Sing for me, my angel,” “… but someone’s outside!” “That’s probably Yuki. Don’t mind him, allow me to make you feel good”

-          Boy, did he blush like a rose from the garden

-          Dropping the leaf wrapped package by the door, he ran like the wind ((sorry, Yuki~))

[odissey061]

Motonari's route

Chapter(s) already posted:

1. This freak won't have me

Chapter 2: Kick him in the teeth

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I and Hideyoshi walk side by side in Azuchi's chaotic streets. It's the first time I have the chance to visit this city, so my eyes try to notice as much as they can about the Sengoku life: I'm going go stay here for three mounths, so I need to adapt quickly. The street are really crowded, is almost impossibile walk without  bumping in someone and around me I hear a lot of voices: some people is complaining about the high prices and the merchants negotiate. But what catches my attention are the different form my time: in this period the air is more clean, without smog and pollution; when I breath I can smell the flavours of this place, but most importantly people watch aroud them, they look interested in what are gazing at. And I see two children smile at me when we pass close to them. And I start to wonder how many episodes like these I had missed looking at my phone and I start to feel inexplicably guilty.

"y/n" Hideyoshi recalls my attention, "I apologize from the bottom of my heart for the cold treatment I gave you in this week: I suspected you were a spy, came here to watch us, but now I understand how I was wrong". His apologize is really unaspected and it takes me by surprise, but I'm glad he doesn't think me ad a Please, forgive me" and he deeply bows. His bows is really unaspected and it takes me by surprise, but now I see how much he's sorry and I'm glad he doesn't think me ad a threat as I accept his apologise.

"Thanks very much for your apology, I gladly accept but you didn't need to bow. I mean, I can understand why you thought I was a spy. I hope we can be friends from now on" I smile at him and he does the same. Hideyoshi shows to me all the concern he usually deserve to the others:"Is everything okay in the castle? I hope you are fine and you aren't overwork yourself: is bad for your health. If Masamune tries do to funny things to you or Mitsuhide gives you trouble, come to me immediatly: I'll manage their misbehave". His worries leaves me a little bit puzzled:"I'm okay Hideyoshi. Thanks for your care, but you don't need to be so concerned about me, after all I just arrived" I reassure him. When I talk he glares at me as I just offended Nobunaga in front of him:"Don't say such a silly things! As long you are in the castle I worry about you as much I do with the others".

I always thought Nobunaga was the master of the castle, the one who commands the others but now I remind some days ago he took Nobunaga's favourite candies and the pouty look he gave to Hideyoshi. Just now it looks to me like Hideyoshi is the mother of all of us, whose cares are above Nobunaga himself.  For a second in my mind flashes the imagine of a hen Hideyoshi walks followed by a bunch of chicks warlords behind him and I start to laugh.

"Did I say something funny?" he asks perplexed and I shake my head in denial: Hideyoshi could never understand the fun thought of a girl from the meme era. We pass in front of a fabric shop and my eyes sparkle with joy. "Hideyoshi, is a problem if I enter in this shop?" I demand exited like a child in a candy shop and he respondes:"No, it's fine. I had no idea you were a girl who love fancy dresses".

"In fact I'm not. The truth is I love make dresses and before I came here, I was going to become a kind of sewer" I correct him and he wonders:"Why do you like so much sew?". "The first time I sewed was for a friend: a long time has passed, but I still remember her joy when I gave her the dress. Since then I sewed to see other's smiles when they wear my clothes. This makes me happy" I explain and he pats my head:"You really have a kind heart y/n". He continues with a kind smile:"If you want you can be a sewer in the castle, you know?", I exclame overjoyed:"Is that really possible? Thanks Hideyoshi!". His face turns serious:"Yes, but at two conditions: the first, you mustn't overwork yourself too much, otherwise sew will be forbidden", and his eyes soften a bit, "and the second is that I'd like your first work is for me". I agree at all the condition as we enter in the shop.

I'm so overjoyed that mayby I buy too much fabric and when we go out I start to feel guilty: after all Hideyoshi bought all with his money. We walk for some minutes, talking about the commission he gave me but then a man approach us and asks to speak alone with Hideyoshi.

He sends me an apologetically look and I smile:"Don't worry Hideyoshi, is fine. I'll go to watch some stalls over there to match with a kimono of mine" and I leave.

My gaze is cought by a jewelry seller's stall a few meter away: on the ground there's a white sheet full of shining jewels.

They are really beautiful and, even if I'm not a craftsman, I can see their valuable workmanship: they are simply perflect.

I gaze at a gem: it's a brilliant blue, probably is a sapphire. It is flawless and shining,  around the jewel there's a gold frame. Is really beautiful, but surely the price is out of my economical possibilities.

A familiar voice says:"You can touch of ya want, princess" and I stare at him: he is the white aired man I saw the night I arrived in Sengoku period. His relaxed back leans on the wooden wall, a leg lays straight on the ground and an arm is on the other knee.

"You are the man from that night" I reconize him, "So we meet again, Princess. I'm glad you remind me" says the man. "So you are a merchant, uh?" is the only thing that pops in my mind after some second of silence and I regret it as soon as I talk. "Nice to meet you, m'lady. I'm Motonari Mori, a humble merchant who travels around the world. And what about you?" he introduces himself. "I'm the Oda Princess, y/n. I'm a distant relative of Nobunaga. My family sent me here to find a husband. I'm glad to meet you" and I do the same, hoping he doesn't ask more about me.

As soon as I say I'm a Nobunaga's relative, it look to me to see a flash of interest in his eyes, but it vanishes too soon and I'm not sure about it. "I know very well the Oda family, but I didn't know Nobunaga had a princess" he says serious and a shiver runs down my back.

Did he notice I was lying? How? I'm sure I acted the most credible as possible.

I'm a bit nervous and I feel my hands sweating under his gaze, but I manage to look relaxed:"I always lived in a isolated country but, as I have alredy told you, I left my family to find a husband". And when I speak, his smile returns to be slightly ironic like before and he chuckles:"I was joking: I trust your words, Princess. But let me advice you since you'll stay with him for a while: Nobunaga may be really different from what you think. You should keep hight your guard around him".

I'm going to ask him what he's talking about, but he glares over my shoulder and says:"Don't worry if ya haven't the money right now: ya can keep the jewel and pay me in other ways. I have to with a colligue of mine". Puzzled I take the sapphire and I leave the stall. A man talks very close to him. I don't know what are they talking about, but they act like they share a dangerous secret. At some point Motonari looks at me with a spooky smile, but I don't see it because I turn to search Hideyoshi. When I find him, he tells me straight:"We have to return at the castle immediatly: a daimyo started a revolt against Lord Nobunaga"

Although all my protests and my escape attempts (failed for Mitsuhide's fault) two days later I'm on a war field with some Oda force members. Nobunaga, judging the rebellion small, sent Masamune, Mitsunari and Ieyasu to take care of the ribellion and he requested my presence as lucky charm. His words were:"You are a lucky charm: you will go with my vassals to bring them luck". And I wanted kick him in the teeth.

I'm in the backways to heal the wounded, but the grief rises in my chest: if the revolt is small, why it still going on?

While the time passes always more injured men come to be healed.

My fingers shake as I'm overhelmed by the fear of not be able to save them all: I know the basics of medicine but if they increase more I won't be able to do anything.

A man walks in the tend and speaks to me:"Lord Ieyasu says you must go to Nobunaga and ask for other troups" and I blink twice to be sure I heard correctly: I have to do what?

"We discovered that the situation is different from what we expected: this is a war not a revolt. He says you are the only one who can go to Azuchi" he continues seeing my puzzled look. I understand why I'm the only one: nobody would send a woman on a battlefield, so if the enemy' d catch me, they'd let me go; but this is still sheer madness. But as I watch around me I understand if I won't go all the wounded men will dies, so I declare with conviction:"Give me a horse!"

When we went on the battlefield, I rode with Ieyasu and I asked him how to ride and he explained it to me, obviously not without his salty tone and sarcastic words. So somehow I arrive safely an unharmed to Azuchi castle. Nobunaga listens my request and immediatly later we ride back to the field followed by twenty five troops.

Nobunaga leads the horse in the middle of the field (with me on) and takes side by side to Ieyasu and he comments:"I suppose the girl is more strong and brave then I thought". Should I take this as a compliment or as insult?

"My lucky charm did an excellent work, Ieyasu. Where's Masamune right now?" Nobunaga says proudly. I try to find Masamune in the turmoil of war, but all I see is death and devastation around us. I hear the artillery's shoots, men shouting orders to the soldier and the screams of dying man. I don't want be here!

I close my eyes and cover the ear to don't assist to this cruel and horrible show. But Nobunaga whispers in my hear:"y/n, open your eyes and uncover your ear: now we are going in the middle of the battle and you need to hold thight on the reins if you don't want fall" and I do what he suggests, even if the tentation to close the eyes is really strong. Nobunaga leads the army and in a blink of eyes I'm in the middle of the chaos. Some warrior become pale as they see Nobunaga, but the most of them start an assault. "He brought a woman on the field. Let's aim at her: she's is weak point!" screams a man, "You'd like it" I wishper and I kick him on the chin, making him fall by the horse. I can't lean on Nobunaga's protection in this moment, so I must count only to myself. An enemy soldier draws his sword at me, but Nobunaga cuts his hand:"This is my lucky charm and I don't allow someone to hurt her" and he starts a ferocious duel with his opponents. The time looks to quicken, due to adrenaline, as I see a lot of men get killed and I feel their blood on my face, but in some hours we win the war.

Once at Azuchi castle I lock myself in my room to coming to terms with the fact that I went to war and saw people die. The next day I go in Azuchi city, hoping that a bit of shopping will help me. I sit in a restourant and I eat a fish when a cat steals it from my plate. I follow the cat until he enters in a deserted and darker street. My female intuition suggests me to go back, but I'm too hungry to listen it. And I regret it when someone grabs my arms in a strong grip. I understand I'm in big trouble and I start to feel panicated when my mounth and my nose are covered by a tissue. I stop to breath to don't inhale chloroform and I squirm violently as much as I can. "Keep quiet if you don't want be hurted, little girl" says a male voice close my hear. I give him a head butt on his chin to free myself, but the grip on my fists os more thight and painful:"Unlike my captain I'm not a very patient man: if you keep on with your vain and useless resistence I won't so kind like now". I scream, but from the mouth exits only a low, muffled breath. "I told you to behave, little girl" growls the man and my head is crushed violently against the wall until I loose conciousness.

Posted on 8/11/'19

[selenecrawford]

The Odd Pair 2

Warnings:

Shingen arrived to his home and greeted his family. His mother was happy with her son's success but she preferred a more humble lifestyle. Shingen always was pending that she never lack anything on their household. He always enjoyed the weekend visits because of her and Tomas. His father died of a heart attack while he and Yukimura were young leaving his mother to sustain the family. Growing up in town Shingen loved the peaceful, atmosphere and how laid back you could be. His room was always clean with the same posters he used to have on high school. Yeah those were the days were he was the start of the football team but also a ladies man. Girl's were always attracted to him. Shingen smiled at the prospect of always having an entourage of girls around him. Only one girl was always shy and never part of the pack. Selene.

Always looking like a boy she was always either studying or working on a car at the workshop at school. Her father was always scolding her telling her to be more feminine, yet she never paid attention. Shingen took a look at the little bookshelf finding what he was looking for. The school book in which there was a picture of Selene. Voted as one of the boys. She never used a skirt for that time. Giving a head shake Shingen pulled some jeans and a red polo shirt.

“Mom, I'm going to see the boys, I will be back later.”

“Be safe and try not to get into trouble, OK?” grinning like a mischievous boy Shingen went out to met the others at the bar.

Selene arrived at the house and gave a sigh to calm her agitated heart. She could still feel Shingen arms holding her. Clearing her mind she went on to clean the house in order to get everything in order. Since she had been working non stop for 2 years, her boss gave her a  license to put her affairs in order. At least working hard paid off was Selene's train of thought. Changing her attire for a more comfortable one, Selene took a look at the full body mirror on her room. Her hair was now on a low pony tail, with minimal make up, some lip gloss, the black shirt with the skinny jeans hugging her legs and black converse were the perfect outfit. Since nights were becoming a bit more chilly she got a light grey duster and decided to buy some groceries and go to eat. The cellphone ringing took her out of her mental planning.

“Hello?, Selene speaking.”

“Ah, Selene is Mr. Leonard Kruger your father's lawyer. How are you?” the old man's voice was rich and deep. Selene used to think he was a voice actor. But in fact Mr. Kruger was a friend of the family.

“Uncle Krug, its been such a long time. How is everything?” Kruger was also one of her many adoptive uncles Selene used to have.

“ I wish this will be a better time to call but, I'm afraid not. I'm sorry for your loss kid. Tomas might not be there always but believe me when I tell you he always loved you and worried about you.” his voice was solemn.

Fighting the tears Selene cleared her voice.” Thank you Uncle Krug. We managed to patch things up in the end.”

“Good, that's great to hear so in that case you will be for the lecture of the testament tomorrow at 9 am in my office.” with this Kruger hung up without giving Selene opportunity ask what he was talking about.

Shingen managed to get to the bar without incidents and located the guys at the end of the saloon. Aside Masamune everyone was having a beer and playing poker.

“Well, well, well the prodigal son has return home uh?” Nobunaga was the first one to spot Shingen arriving to the table.

Taking turns to shake hands with everyone Shingen responded ironically.

“Considering that you are the self proclaimed chosen one Nobunaga, I guess we both are back? How is the family?”

“Good, how is your mother?”

“She is good, mom as always being mom .” said Shingen smiling while taking a seat next to Kenshin.

“Selene was so beautiful today. It's a shame that it wasn't a better occasion. Now she is alone.” said Mitsurani.

“The lass had grown up quite well. I was glad to see her. I might invite her to meet Marlene.” said Masamune.

“If I remember you used to have a crush on her right?” it was Ieyasu's turn to speak.

“I did but on high school I understood that it was only that and we spoke about it. She was OK with it. Besides she used to have a crush with our Mr. Football star here.” Masamune pointed on Shingen's direction.

“I thought it was something temporary.” Shingen given a non emotional answer. He tried to not make it more than it was. He was still bothered by the way Selene acted with him at the cemetery.

“Selene is a great woman, perhaps not a beauty like the one you are now use to date now Shingen but I know the man who marries her will be happy.” Hideyoshi looked at Shingen with intensity.

Holding his arms up Shingen said. “OK wait a minute. We are talking about things that happened twenty years ago. Why am I being  getting my head bit off after all this time?”

“Because no sooner than she left you did the same. That prank was really low even for me and you know how mean I can be.” this time it was Kenshin who made the comment.

“Look, I tried to apologize she was already gone. Now, can we just take a break on this. If it makes you feel better I will apologize with her OK?”

Everyone agreed to Shingen's suggestion and let the topic die. The time passed while they talked about their own lives. When it was Shingen's turn his phone started ringing.

“Takeda here.”

“Ah, Shingen is so good to hear you. How are you? It's me Leonard Kruger, Tomas Crawford lawyer.”

“I'm good Mr. Kruger, how can I help you?” Shingen went to a less crowded section of the saloon to speak more in private.

“Tomas, made me in charge of reading his testament and he name you on it. I need to be on the office tomorrow at 9 am.”

“I didn't expect that from Tomas. OK I will be there.”

“Good.” with this Kruger hung up. Shingen returned to the table and took a lot sip at his beer.

The conversation continued until midnight when Shingen decided to bail out and going back home. While driving he passed Selene's home noticing the lights on. He considered stopping by but then decided against it since it was too late. She might be tired and need time to collect herself. With this he returned home and decided to get some sleep before his meeting with Kruger

The next morning, Selene woke up feeling a bit tired. She made some coffee and a cheese toast before getting for her meeting with Mr Kruger Looking at the day many memories came to her mind. Most of them were her running behind Shingen and playing with the boys. At some point she learned to dance but she kept it hidden. Only Masamune knew about it. She made him promised not to tell anyone about it since she feared being mocked. Dancing was her stress breaker. She could dance for two hours and help her clear her mind. It was also a good exercise for her in case she didn't got a gym near. Taking a small boom box she went to the room her father used as storage. The last time he told her that he cleared the place and now was empty. He was expecting her to come back one day to visit and she could use it. Her father was a complicated person in Selene's eyes. Taking the boom box she started the song. The notes and clap made Selene forget everything. Moving at the rhythm she start her routine, making turns and claps Selene loosen herself to the music until the end. At the end she was almost out of breath but feeling better and energized. Looking at the time she run to get a quick shower, dress up and wear a subtle make up. For this time she decided to wear, black trouser pants with a purple shirt and black blazer. This time she opted to only wear mascara, liner and lipstick. For shoes she put on her normally low heel shoes. She had a lot of things to do having a comfortable shoes will help her a lot. Looking at her outfit she let her hair loose with a headband to prevent her hair to fall on her face. This time she decided to use her cats eye glasses. Taking her purse, Selene went to the town.

Upon arriving she found she wasn't the only one waiting for Uncle Krug. Shingen Takeda was talking with the secretary who apparently had never seen a man in her life. Shingen was polite with her but Selene somehow saw some tension on Shingen's part. Shingen was wearing a terracotta jacket with white shirt and black trousers with black converse. He was looking dashing and really handsome. Perhaps, he might not like to flirt all the time. Clearing her throat she let her presence known to them. Shingen straighten up when he saw Selene. Today she was wearing a pair of cat eye glasses with a slim frame that will make her green eyes more alluring than unusual.  Since when she became so beautiful? Shingen was impressed with her change. Selene was civil but tried not to speak more than necessary.

“Good morning, Mr. Takeda.”

“Good morning princess.” Shingen gave her his best smile. Selene nods in response.

Shingen felt ignored and didn't like the feeling. He was going to tell Selene something when Leonard Kruger emerged from his office.

“Oh, Good morning, so good to see you both. And on time, come on, let's talk in my office.”

Selene frown at the implications of Shingen being present on the testament. That meant that her father added him on the testament. A small shiver run around her back. She started to have a bad feeling on the pit of her stomach.

“Well as you know, Tomas, decided to leave a testament. I asked  Nobunaga Oda and Masamune Date to be present on this day as witness.” after saying this Nobunaga and Masamune arrived.

“Good now that everyone is here let's start with the lecture.” opening up the document. Mr. Kruger started the reading.

“I, Tomas Crawford Edwards, here by leave my will and testament in order to let down my final wish after my dead. All my possessions will be divided as follows. The car repair shop and the Shelby will go for Shingen Takeda who I used to love like the son I never had.”

Shingen noticed that Selene tensed next to him. She was blinking rapidly. He felt bad when he saw her face getting sad.

“Next my home, my land which consist on half of the town will belong to my daughter Selene Constance Sakura Crawford  Mirakawa. I know Selene is a strong and independent woman, but I prefer if she would had married with a nice dependable, honest, man. So in order for her to receive her inheritance. She needs to comply with certain conditions. First she needs to live for one year in our home on this town in order to gain the rights to own the terrain. Second, she must marry Shingen Takeda and sleep on the same bed for that same period of time. They will need to learn to live together and can't abandon the house during this time, unless is to go to work related business. They must be together all the time. If by the end of the year you are still together you can inherit the properties mentioned before. Also Shingen you cannot be unfaithful to Selene or she will loose the inheritance. If Shingen or Selene do not full fill any of these conditions everything will be sold and the money donated to charity. Shingen and Selene will have 24 hours to think about this. If they fail to comply with any of these demands the testament won't be validated and you will loose your all including the car repair shop.”

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[masterlistcrawford]

The Odd Pair 2

Warnings: Cursing

Shingen arrived to his home and greeted his family. His mother was happy with her son’s success but she preferred a more humble lifestyle. Shingen always was pending that she never lack anything on their household. He always enjoyed the weekend visits because of her and Tomas. His father died of a heart attack while he and Yukimura were young leaving his mother to sustain the family. Growing up in town Shingen loved the peaceful, atmosphere and how laid back you could be. His room was always clean with the same posters he used to have on high school. Yeah those were the days were he was the start of the football team but also a ladies man. Girl’s were always attracted to him. Shingen smiled at the prospect of always having an entourage of girls around him. Only one girl was always shy and never part of the pack. Selene.

Always looking like a boy she was always either studying or working on a car at the workshop at school. Her father was always scolding her telling her to be more feminine, yet she never paid attention. Shingen took a look at the little bookshelf finding what he was looking for. The school book in which there was a picture of Selene. Voted as one of the boys. She never used a skirt for that time. Giving a head shake Shingen pulled some jeans and a red polo shirt.

“Mom, I’m going to see the boys, I will be back later.”

“Be safe and try not to get into trouble, OK?” grinning like a mischievous boy Shingen went out to met the others at the bar.

Selene arrived at the house and gave a sigh to calm her agitated heart. She could still feel Shingen arms holding her. Clearing her mind she went on to clean the house in order to get everything in order. Since she had been working non stop for 2 years, her boss gave her a  license to put her affairs in order. At least working hard paid off was Selene’s train of thought. Changing her attire for a more comfortable one, Selene took a look at the full body mirror on her room. Her hair was now on a low pony tail, with minimal make up, some lip gloss, the black shirt with the skinny jeans hugging her legs and black converse were the perfect outfit. Since nights were becoming a bit more chilly she got a light grey duster and decided to buy some groceries and go to eat. The cellphone ringing took her out of her mental planning.

“Hello?, Selene speaking.”

“Ah, Selene is Mr. Leonard Kruger your father’s lawyer. How are you?” the old man’s voice was rich and deep. Selene used to think he was a voice actor. But in fact Mr. Kruger was a friend of the family.

“Uncle Krug, its been such a long time. How is everything?” Kruger was also one of her many adoptive uncles Selene used to have.

“ I wish this will be a better time to call but, I’m afraid not. I’m sorry for your loss kid. Tomas might not be there always but believe me when I tell you he always loved you and worried about you.” his voice was solemn.

Fighting the tears Selene cleared her voice.” Thank you Uncle Krug. We managed to patch things up in the end.”

“Good, that’s great to hear so in that case you will be for the lecture of the testament tomorrow at 9 am in my office.” with this Kruger hung up without giving Selene opportunity ask what he was talking about.

Shingen managed to get to the bar without incidents and located the guys at the end of the saloon. Aside Masamune everyone was having a beer and playing poker.

“Well, well, well the prodigal son has return home uh?” Nobunaga was the first one to spot Shingen arriving to the table.

Taking turns to shake hands with everyone Shingen responded ironically.

“Considering that you are the self proclaimed chosen one Nobunaga, I guess we both are back? How is the family?”

“Good, how is your mother?”

“She is good, mom as always being mom .” said Shingen smiling while taking a seat next to Kenshin.

“Selene was so beautiful today. It’s a shame that it wasn’t a better occasion. Now she is alone.” said Mitsurani.

“The lass had grown up quite well. I was glad to see her. I might invite her to meet Marlene.” said Masamune.

“If I remember you used to have a crush on her right?” it was Ieyasu’s turn to speak.

“I did but on high school I understood that it was only that and we spoke about it. She was OK with it. Besides she used to have a crush with our Mr. Football star here.” Masamune pointed on Shingen’s direction.

“I thought it was something temporary.” Shingen given a non emotional answer. He tried to not make it more than it was. He was still bothered by the way Selene acted with him at the cemetery.

“Selene is a great woman, perhaps not a beauty like the one you are now use to date now Shingen but I know the man who marries her will be happy.” Hideyoshi looked at Shingen with intensity.

Holding his arms up Shingen said. “OK wait a minute. We are talking about things that happened twenty years ago. Why am I being  getting my head bit off after all this time?”

“Because no sooner than she left you did the same. That prank was really low even for me and you know how mean I can be.” this time it was Kenshin who made the comment.

“Look, I tried to apologize she was already gone. Now, can we just take a break on this. If it makes you feel better I will apologize with her OK?”

Everyone agreed to Shingen’s suggestion and let the topic die. The time passed while they talked about their own lives. When it was Shingen’s turn his phone started ringing.

“Takeda here.”

“Ah, Shingen is so good to hear you. How are you? It’s me Leonard Kruger, Tomas Crawford lawyer.”

“I’m good Mr. Kruger, how can I help you?” Shingen went to a less crowded section of the saloon to speak more in private.

“Tomas, made me in charge of reading his testament and he name you on it. I need to be on the office tomorrow at 9 am.”

“I didn’t expect that from Tomas. OK I will be there.”

“Good.” with this Kruger hung up. Shingen returned to the table and took a lot sip at his beer.

The conversation continued until midnight when Shingen decided to bail out and going back home. While driving he passed Selene’s home noticing the lights on. He considered stopping by but then decided against it since it was too late. She might be tired and need time to collect herself. With this he returned home and decided to get some sleep before his meeting with Kruger

The next morning, Selene woke up feeling a bit tired. She made some coffee and a cheese toast before getting for her meeting with Mr Kruger Looking at the day many memories came to her mind. Most of them were her running behind Shingen and playing with the boys. At some point she learned to dance but she kept it hidden. Only Masamune knew about it. She made him promised not to tell anyone about it since she feared being mocked. Dancing was her stress breaker. She could dance for two hours and help her clear her mind. It was also a good exercise for her in case she didn’t got a gym near. Taking a small boom box she went to the room her father used as storage. The last time he told her that he cleared the place and now was empty. He was expecting her to come back one day to visit and she could use it. Her father was a complicated person in Selene’s eyes. Taking the boom box she started the song. The notes and clap made Selene forget everything. Moving at the rhythm she start her routine, making turns and claps Selene loosen herself to the music until the end. At the end she was almost out of breath but feeling better and energized. Looking at the time she run to get a quick shower, dress up and wear a subtle make up. For this time she decided to wear, black trouser pants with a purple shirt and black blazer. This time she opted to only wear mascara, liner and lipstick. For shoes she put on her normally low heel shoes. She had a lot of things to do having a comfortable shoes will help her a lot. Looking at her outfit she let her hair loose with a headband to prevent her hair to fall on her face. This time she decided to use her cats eye glasses. Taking her purse, Selene went to the town.

Upon arriving she found she wasn’t the only one waiting for Uncle Krug. Shingen Takeda was talking with the secretary who apparently had never seen a man in her life. Shingen was polite with her but Selene somehow saw some tension on Shingen’s part. Shingen was wearing a terracotta jacket with white shirt and black trousers with black converse. He was looking dashing and really handsome. Perhaps, he might not like to flirt all the time. Clearing her throat she let her presence known to them. Shingen straighten up when he saw Selene. Today she was wearing a pair of cat eye glasses with a slim frame that will make her green eyes more alluring than unusual.  Since when she became so beautiful? Shingen was impressed with her change. Selene was civil but tried not to speak more than necessary.

“Good morning, Mr. Takeda.”

“Good morning princess.” Shingen gave her his best smile. Selene nods in response.

Shingen felt ignored and didn’t like the feeling. He was going to tell Selene something when Leonard Kruger emerged from his office.

“Oh, Good morning, so good to see you both. And on time, come on, let’s talk in my office.”

Selene frown at the implications of Shingen being present on the testament. That meant that her father added him on the testament. A small shiver run around her back. She started to have a bad feeling on the pit of her stomach.

“Well as you know, Tomas, decided to leave a testament. I asked  Nobunaga Oda and Masamune Date to be present on this day as witness.” after saying this Nobunaga and Masamune arrived.

“Good now that everyone is here let’s start with the lecture.” opening up the document. Mr. Kruger started the reading.

“I, Tomas Crawford Edwards, here by leave my will and testament in order to let down my final wish after my dead. All my possessions will be divided as follows. The car repair shop and the Shelby will go for Shingen Takeda who I used to love like the son I never had.”

Shingen noticed that Selene tensed next to him. She was blinking rapidly. He felt bad when he saw her face getting sad.

“Next my home, my land which consist on half of the town will belong to my daughter Selene Constance Sakura Crawford  Mirakawa. I know Selene is a strong and independent woman, but I prefer if she would had married with a nice dependable, honest, man. So in order for her to receive her inheritance. She needs to comply with certain conditions. First she needs to live for one year in our home on this town in order to gain the rights to own the terrain. Second, she must marry Shingen Takeda and sleep on the same bed for that same period of time. They will need to learn to live together and can’t abandon the house during this time, unless is to go to work related business. They must be together all the time. If by the end of the year you are still together you can inherit the properties mentioned before. Also Shingen you cannot be unfaithful to Selene or she will loose the inheritance. If Shingen or Selene do not full fill any of these conditions everything will be sold and the money donated to charity. Shingen and Selene will have 24 hours to think about this. If they fail to comply with any of these demands the testament won’t be validated and you will loose your all including the car repair shop.”