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Bark like you want it! -Ch. 8~AU Demon Slayer~

And bounce I did. I felt Kyojuro’s cock twitch inside me as I bounced my body rough and hard on him. I was a twenty-two-year-old college student, I never said I made good decisions. The room was filled with pants and moans as Kyojuro’s grip on my hips tightened.

“Fuck just like that, don’t stop! Don’t stop!” he moaned bucking his hips up inside me at a savage pace. My head fell back as I ground my hips into him hard. Fuck he felt amazing. I feel his body sit up and he leans in sinking his teeth lightly into my left nipple. My body bucked hard as his tongue rolled around my sensitive bud. My arms locked around him feeling my body on fire.

“God!” I cried out as we kept moving together.

“Fuck you’re squeezing me real tight Yara! I was hoping to pull out, but I don’t think your pussy will let me!” he moaned out. He pushed me back onto my bed and leaned up, throwing my leg over his shoulder and pistoning into me. I gripped the sheets in a vice grip. He was so deep. “Shit I don’t think I’d ever pull out anyways.”

His breathing was ragged, and I looked up at him with cloudy eyes.

“The fuck you mean -aah!” I cry out feeling my body moving up and down with his thrusts. I noticed the dark look in his eyes as he stared down at me almost like he was looking into my soul.

“I’ll keep ravaging your body, coating your puffy walls with my cum over and over until you realize that you belong to me!” he snapped his mouth coming to take my toes into his mouth sucking and rolling his tongue over my digits. I groan feeling my body tremble from his words.

“Kyo- please! Don’t talk like that!” I beg. Not only did his words arouse me, but I was also refusing to see it further than just pillow talk. I won’t give myself to one man!

“Why not? Do my words turn you on more? Your pussy is gushing now! I think you want me to keep claiming you!” he pants raggedly, his hip movements became ragged faltering some and his eyes shut tight. “I’m gonna cum.” I whimpered at his words burying my face into the blankets. I feel his fingers come to run sloppy circles around my clit. I yelled out blissfully as the jolts of electricity vibrated through my stomach and into my body. Our moans combined and grew more needy together until Kyojuro finally pushed himself deep into me, holding himself there as he came hard. I felt my walls begin to clench and suction.

“Yeah, that’s right, milk my dick. Take it all.” he said roughly in my ear. He gently humped against me riding out orgasms until he finally collapsed on me. We fell asleep with our heads at the foot of the bed, our own body warmth keeping us comfortable. When I awoke the next morning, my eyes connected with Kyojuro’s skin as he held me close. I let out a breathy sigh.

“Fuck…”

The weekend was spent with all of Kyojuro’s friends coming over and hanging out. I felt suffocated by them since they wanted me to hang out with them as well. I felt it would make things too awkward if I decided to just distance myself now. It was best to wait until school started.

I went to our school’s student service lounge where those who were in student housing went to pay bills or ask for help. I approached the young man at the desk.

“Hi. I was wanting some information about changing to a new student apartment?” I asked. The boy pushed his glasses to his face.

“Okay so usually, our policy is if you want to swap apartments you have to wait until the new semester.” he said. I winced.

“What if it’s an emergency. Something is going on with my roommates?” I asked. I felt a pang of guilt making it seem like Shinobu and Mitsuri were the problem. The boy nodded.

“If that the case, you can go online and submit an urgent student transfer request.” he said moving to write some information on a piece of a paper and hand it to me. “This is where you can go on our student portal to fill it out. Someone will reach out to you in two to three business days about the transition.”

I nod in thanks and turn moving down the hall and tucking the piece of paper in my pocket. As I made my way down the hall, I suddenly feel a soft slender hand snap over my mouth and before I know it I’m pulled inside one of the study lounges. The door is closed and I look over to see Makio and Suma holding my arms and Hinatsuru’s hand slid off my neck. But what really freaked me out was Tengen sitting across the room in the dark like a damn bond villain.

“What the hell, guys! You scared me half to death!” I replied only to feel Makio’s hand roam over my body as if patting me down. “Hey! What the hell!”

Her hands distracted me from Suma’s hand in my pocket which made me gasp as she pulled the note from my pocket. She moved over to Tengen and handed him the paper. I winced as theremaining girls stepped away from me.

Tengen took the paper and looked at it before he leaned forward with a smirk standing up and approaching.

“Thanks girls. Why don’t you give me and Yara a moment alone so we can talk.” he said. The three women smile and each one pecks him on the lips before leaving. I watched in confusion as Tengen now approached looming over me, his hand crumbling up the piece of paper. I was tense at the motion and look up at him as he looked at me with almost disappointment.

“You’re trying to move out of your apartment, Yara? That doesn’t seem like you. Did you and Shinobu and Mitsuri get into a fight?” he questioned. This guy knew nothing about me! I just cleared my throat and looked away not liking his large stature looming over me

“It’s none of your business Tengen.” I said. I feel his hand grip my cheek and force me to look at him.

“Oh? It’s my business when our girls are fighting to the point you want to move out” he said. I wince against his hold trying to push his chest off me.

“Who do you think you are! Let me go or I’ll scream-” I then feel a tight hand around my throat, and I gasp, my entire body freezing up as his dark eyes loomed into mine.

“I assure you screaming will not help you in this case.” he said darkly. Now fear spread over my face and before I knew it, I was face down into the table with his hand firmly on the back of my neck. I whimpered feeling completely paralyzed under the strength of his hand. I feel his other hand on my hip raising my bottom up. “So here’s how it’s going to go? You’re going to answer my question and the longer you take to do so, the more things I’m going to do to you.”

“What- aah” I yelped as I felt his hand smack my right ass cheek.

“I like the way you moan Yara…” he said. Oh I know he was not doing this right now! I feel his hand move around to the front of my pants, unbutton them and unzip them.

“Tengen stop!” I said in panic as his hands begin to pull them down. Suddenly the door opens, and I gasp, wondering who was coming in.

“Oh, good we’re right on time.” Obanai?

My chest tightens as I notice Obanai and Giyu moving around the table, and I shiver hard.

“Wouldn’t want to miss the interrogation.” Giyu said. Was that excitement in his eyes. It was brief but I definitely saw it. I feel Tengen’s hands gently began to rub over my now semi bare ass cheek. It was gentle and sensual.

“Listen Yara, we care about Kyojuro and we know he cares about you. It just seems you need some convincing that we all care about you too.” Tengen said warmly.

“You can’t be serious.” I whispered.

“Like I said… the longer you take to answer my questions the more things I’m going to do to you.” He reminded.

This isn’t happening… THIS ISN’T FUCKING HAPPENING!

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Author's notes

I'm trying to decide if i should hold back in the next chapter or just rip the bandaid off and go all out.

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Updated fics I’ll be working on

Where hands touch - AU Demon Slayer - Gyutaro x black fem Oc

GIF by apparently-artless

Primal 2: The Clan of Blood and Water- Predator (Franchise) Yautja x Black fem Oc (In progress)

GIF by diablito666tx

Bark like you want it - College AU Demon Slayer - Kyojuro Rengoku X Black Fem Oc X Akaza

Orisha and the Hashira Part 2 -AU Demon Slayer - Kyojuro Rengoku x Black Fem Oc

Bark like you want it - College AU Demon Slayer - Kyojuro Rengoku X Black Fem Oc X Akaza

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Bark like you want it! -Ch. 7~AU Demon Slayer~

Shit this was so bad! Akaza still had his hand clamped over my wrist so I couldn’t get away and it seemed we were far enough from the Unholy that no one noticed the clear scene of a possible gang shootout about to take place.

“So Kyojuro, you found me before I could find you. I respect that, it shows gumption.” Akaza purred, his hold on his gun was so steady. My heartbeat was beating rapidly now. “I’ve been waiting for you, my friend. We have a score to settle.”

Kyojuro’s look of focus was so vicious and sharp as his gun seemed pointed right at Akaza’s face.

“Whatever business we have we can finish it but let Yara go.” he said. I was trembling, Akaza’s grip on my wrist tightened further as he smirked.

“Why, you have no need to worry about my girl.” he said. My eyes snapped to the back of the man’s head.

“Son of a bitch!” I said lowly.

“This is tiresome, if we’re gonna do this we better be ready for the fall out.” Sekido said angrily.

“I don’t care, I’m just ready for the real fun to start!” Karuku said with a snicker.

“If someone sees us and the police get called, we’ll be in real trouble with the master.” Aizetsu told. Master? I don’t even want to know.

“H-hey look guys, this was all just a big misunderstanding. No need to do anything that you’d all regret later right? Akaza, I reached out to Kyojuro.” I said. Akaza’s head tilted some to face me. “I thought I was in trouble, so I called him. That’s it.”

“Have you been fucking him?” he asked instead. I tensed and shook my head not wanting him to turn his gun on me.

“No of course not! I met him through other friends.” I replied. In the distance I could hear police sirens and I winced.

“Fuck!” Tengen said.

“We gotta go and we gotta go now!” Sanemi said and I pulled back from Akaza’s hold. Luckily, he let me go.

“We need to get out of here now!” Urogi said. Akaza looked at me and then Kyojuro putting his gun away.

“You and I will finish our business.” he threatened. Kyojuro nodded.

“Of that I have no doubt.” he said. The four brothers and Akaza began to run off and the truck moved closer to me, the back door opening. “Yara get in the truck now!”

Damn, yes sir! However I felt I shouldn’t have. I didn’t know how safe I would be with these guys, but I didn’t want to take my chance with the cops either. I got into the back seat and the truck took off. Sanemi and Kyojuro moved through the back window of the truck and sat on either side of me, their guns nowhere to be seen.

I was tense and anxious, wondering what it was they would do. I now feel Kyojuro’s hand over mine, his eyes peering into me.

“Yara, are you alright?” he asked. I looked at him and nodded.

“I’m fine. I didn’t think you all would come. I didn’t mean to start any trouble, honest.” I said quickly.

“Hey don’t sweat it. Shinobu told us that Akaza was your past.” Sanemi said.

“It just seems like he doesn’t believe that.” Obanai said. Tengen scoffed.

“I’m just pissed I didn’t get to take any of them down. Guess it didn’t matter if Gyutaro and his cunt of a sister wasn’t there. I really want to beat their asses.” he said.

“I don’t know how to get away from him without transferring classes and I am already beyond the grace period to drop classes.” I replied.

“Don’t worry Yara, we’ll figure something out.” Kyojuro said. I tensed and removed my hands from him.

“No you won’t. None of you will.” I replied of which Obanai turned to look back in his seat, his offended face matching Sanemi’s.

“Excuse you?” he hissed.

“I don’t want to cause trouble for either gang. I thought only Kyojuro would come,” I said shooting him a glare but looking away, “but it doesn’t matter. My presence is causing too much drama for you all surely you all see that.”

There was a silence in the car.

“I haven’t noticed any inconveniences with having you around.” Sanemi said.

“Neither have I.” Tengen added.

“I have no clue what you’re talking about.” Obanai added.

“Yara, you’re problems are our problems. Ever since you and I got together, everyone’s accepted you into our gang. So don’t ever feel like you’re a burden to us! I’ll protect you!” Kyojuro said. Slowly I let my head look at him upon hearing what he said. Got together, he still thinks we’re together. Did he tell his gang that we were together! Oh, I was right, he is just as bad as Akaza! Both men are obsessed!

“Also your hair looks gorgeous by the way!” Kyojuro added. I just leaned back in my seat.

“Thanks.” I muttered. Okay so I’m trapped between two gangs and a hard place. Okay so not only do I need to survive my classes, I’ll need to move out of my current apartment as well. I needed to sever ties with everyone and just silently slip away.

“By the way, we didn’t tell Shinobu or Mitsuri so if we can just keep this between us that’d be great. Don’t need them worrying or anything.” Sanemi told.

“Fine.” I replied and just remained silent. I just had to fuck the wrong guys. It was late and I was just wanting to sleep. Once the truck pulled up to my apartment, Kyojuro let me out and I walked up to the apartment door. I noticed he was following me, and I paused at the door and looked up at him.

“Yara I’m sorry for letting on to the guys that we were together. I felt it was the only way to get them to help in case the situation with Akaza called for it.” he said. I didn’t believe him. I just shook my head.

“Let’s just forget all of this happened tonight. None of it matter right now.” I replied moving to pull my keys from my dress. I noticed his feet were plastered in the ground and I realized he was not planning to leave. I got my answer Tengen’s truck was already pulling away. I sighed and just shook my head.

“I just don’t want you to be alone tonight.” he excused. Yeah, I’m so sure! And shouldn’t that be my decision!

“Just be quiet.” I muttered. I was too tired to argue about him basically maneuvering his way into my place. I sent the girls a message to tell them I was home and when I got to my room, I just opened my door and went in, Kyojuro following silently. “I need to shower; do you need to?”

Kyojuro removed his shoes and placed them by the door. He shook his head smiling warmly.

“No. I have showered already.” he said. I only nodded and moved into the bathroom, removing my make up then my clothes and getting in the shower. This was so bad, and I didn’t even really know how I was going to go about getting away from these people without it coming back on me. It would be one thing if I was just involved with one gang separating myself from them would be easy. But two gangs, the fuck! How was I supposed to attend classes knowing both Akaza and Kyojuro were wanting my attention. I could probably get away from Kyojuro if I move to a different apartment and just block everyone’s numbers. It’s a big campus, I was sure to never see any of them. I don’t have any classes with them now.

As for Akaza, I just needed to survive the one classes we had together. Easy right. No because it’ll take either of them complaining to their little gang about me and then we’ll have another gym shower room situation like with Doma and Kokushibo and I do not want any more attractive bodies against me. Once I dried off and got lotioned, I opened the door to my bathroom and noticed a naked Kyojuro lying on top of my bed, arms behind his head.

“Dude!” I whispered. “Why are you naked?”

He glanced at me with big bright eyes.

“Why are you naked?”

“It’s my room, I just got out the shower and my pajamas are out here.” I said. He’s already seen me mostly naked so I didn’t think seeing me quickly naked would be a problem while I got changed.

“Well, I don’t have any pajamas plus I like…to sleep… naked.” he said his voice trailing off as his eyes moved all over me. In that moment I watched his cock slowly stand to attention.

“Really?” I asked quickly moving to my dresser to find my gown. I too like to sleep naked but when I’m alone! He snickered.

“You sound pent up Yara. I know your night didn’t go too well and I think we should at least end it right.” he purred. I scoffed.

“Oh yeah and what could you possibly have in mind?” I asked sarcastically as I moved to pull one of my gowns out of the drawer. I was turning and putting it back on when I paused noticing he was stroking his cock to full hardness, a devilish smirk on his lips. I tensed feeling the low throbbing sensations coming from between my legs. My body was reminding me that my brain promised it dancing and sex, and my pussy is reminding me to collect on both of those.

“Come bounce on it Yara. I know you want to.” he said. I stared at him for a brief moment before sighing heavily and dropping my gown to the ground moving over to the bed.

Fuck!

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Author's Notes

If Yara thinks she's going to move out of that apartment with 0 issues HAAA she has another thought coming and if she does manage to move out, she thinks she's going to be roomed with some strangers with no drama? HHAAAAA

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Fics I’ll be working on

Where hands touch - AU Demon Slayer - Gyutaro x black fem Oc

Primal- Predator (Franchise) Yautja x Black fem Oc (completed)

Orisha and the Hashira Part 2 -AU Demon Slayer - Kyojuro Rengoku x Black Fem Oc

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The Orisha and the Hashira-Ch.1

"So why do you three wear masks all the time, huh, you ugly or something?" Inosuke blurted. "Why do you wear the head of a pig all the time, embarrassed to be a man with a woman's face?" Bambaataa asked just as calmly.

Ayo and her two brothers are summoned to Japan so that Ayo's little brother Femi, can paint a portrait of Lord Ubuyashiki and his family upon request. The three siblings have an immense aura and abilities of their own that helps them defend against demons. They remain dressed in all black and wear masks of different deities as they can never reveal themselves to anyone in Japan. Unable to understand the power within the mysterious guests, the Hashira and majority of the Demon Slayers do not trust them at all, especially when Lord Ubuyashiki asks the three to observe the corp members and their training and even sending them on missions to kill demons.

Kyojuro Rengoku accidently sees Ayo's appearance for the first time and can't put into words his thoughts on the woman before him. But what he does know is that her eyes set his heart aflame and he will do anything to keep her safe even when tragedy strikes her world.

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Mother… must we really do this? That land made slaves of you and father!

Yes, we were slaves in Japan, but the lord who has requested a painting of his family has been the reason your father and I made it back to the mother continent safely. A message of acceptance has already been sent.

But they’re not like us… if brother does a painting for him... he’s not even of our tribe… of our people!

There will be no argument. You will soon see why he is a good ally. He is kind even of those who do not look like him.

Yes Mother.

His illness is taking hold of him. He would be honored if your brother could paint him before he passes. I will open the rift to the location where you will be led to him. Remember for Japanese lords you get on your knees, and you bow. Keep yourself hidden from head to toe, do not venture out at night and also… the demons you come across will not be like the demons of our world. But they can be killed with your gifts. But always remember to look after your siblings.

Going through my mother’s rift always left a warm fuzzy feeling in the pit of my stomach. When I was a little girl, I used to ask her to let me fly through space to other locations of the mother continent. She’d always tease me that I could land in a place somewhere on the other side of the planet or maybe a different planet.

I used to land flat on my face when the rift spit me out, but with years of training, I learned to land almost cat like on my feet. The purple veil opened, and I felt my feet hit the ground. I placed my palm on the earth and inhaled some. The air smelled… different.

“We are here.” I replied standing up and looking around at the obvious rode we were on.

“This is Japan.” Bambaataa said unexcitingly. He looked around the place. “It’s dark. I wonder if any demons will be out.”

I looked around as we were missing someone.

“Where is Femi?” I asked already feeling anxious.

“Over here!” he called from further ahead. I winced jogging lightly to him. We all wore the same black tight garments which consist of different colored beads around our neck. I wore blue beads; Femi had his green and Bambaataa had the red. Our masks were also carved with different designs of the gods. Mine is Yemọja with slim cheeks and blue stones for eyes. Femi wears the mask of Obatala with black stones for eyes and a round face carving. Bambaataa wore the mask of Ogun. The mask had white stones for eyes and curved lines over the forehead.

“Femi you should have come to us when you landed.” I chastised and he just tilted his head and pointed toward the village up ahead. The homes looked different. They’re all so closed together.

“I would love to paint this place one day.” he said. I looked down at my brother placing my hand on his shoulder.

“Maybe one day.” I replied.

“Alright, let’s not waste any time. We are to go inside the first Udon noodle shop we see and then wait.” Bambaataa said. “Remember we are not to say much unless absolutely necessary. A member of the- damn how do you say that word, the people we are supposed to meet?”

I smiled behind my mask.

“They are called Kakushi.” I replied.

“You sure? I could have sworn it was something like Kakusi.” He replied. Our shoulders began to vibrate up and down as we chuckled.

“Kakoooosi!” Femi teased, and the three of us began to laugh louder, fully aware of the creature that was lurking in the tree line.

“Who wants it?” the eldest asked, and I looked at Femi who shrugged.

“Ladies first.” he said, and I dipped my head in thanks. We laughed our way into a triangle formation with me as the top and my brothers at the bottom facing the village and finally our laughs stopped immediately as I turned and faced the darkness of the forest. A pair was red eyes stared at me before something shot toward me like lightning. I blinked once, twice, three times before the creature suddenly stopped before me, looking down at me with pale skin and black claws. It smelled of death and its red slitted eyes told me so. But its body does not move as I just looked up at it. Before it suddenly let out a harsh screech of pain. It dropped to its knees, holding itself with all six eyes.

It was completely immobilized, and I just watched as it writhed in pain.

“WHAT MAGIC IS THIS! ARE YOU DEMONS! IT BURNS IT BURNS LIKE THE SUN!” he snarled, his body convulsing from the pain. I could see its muscles tightening and stretching beneath its skin.

“This is taking longer than expected,” Bambaataa noted as he walked beside me observing the sight before him. Femi walked closer sighing as he wrapped his arm around mine. “Demons here are more resilient than the Mother Continent.”

“He’s suffering.” Femi said sadly, the demon screaming even more to the point tears were falling down its cheeks and it was clawing its own face to get some type of relief.

“Good.” Bambaataa said crossing his arms. I glared hard at the demon watching as it screamed even louder, the red lines of pain had easily filled this creature up. The longer my pain channels continued, the more intense the pain became. The more I glared and focused, the hotter the pain became.

“I CAN’T TAKE IT!” he yelled. I finally closed my eyes and in seconds the demon burst, blood spewing onto the ground, before dissolving into black dust. Bambaataa sucked his teeth and crossed his arms.

“And demon slayers need special swords to kill these creatures? Pathetic. Let’s go.” he said and the three of us turned and walked toward the town.

Normal POV

Kagaya Ubuyashiki laid flat on his back on the tatami mat taking soft and quiet inhales. His condition was worsening which he expected. The air he inhaled tickled his throat and he let out a sigh of relief, a small smile spread over his lips.

“They’re here.” he said gently.

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Bark like you want it! -Ch. 6~AU Demon Slayer~

Pullin' out the coupe at the lot

Told 'em fuck 12, fuck SWAT

Bustin' all the bells out the box

I just hit a lick with the box

Had to put the stick in a box, mmh

Pour up the whole damn seal, I'ma get lazy

I got the mojo deals, we been trappin' like the '80s

She sucked a n*gga soul, gotta Cash App

Told 'em wipe a n*gga nose, say slatt, slatt

I won't never sell my soul, and I can back that

And I really wanna know, where you at, at?

I ground my hips with the beat of the music, flipping my hair and rotating my hips in a circular motion that made me smile as the music continued playing. I let my hands roam my body in happiness as I was engulfed in the ocean of people just wanting to forget their problems. I was one of them! I didn’t want to think about Akaza or Kyojuro or their lust of my body. No tonight it was all about me. A group of women came over, complimented my beauty and asked if they and their boyfriends could dance with me. It was a total of six.

I’ve seen then on campus before, so I was a bit familiar with who they were. I nodded and the men kept it respectful, only sensually touching their girlfriends who occasionally ground their hips and bodies on me of which I didn’t mind. Suddenly the music transitioned into 40 Cal by Hairatage and I was ready to really cut lose to the beat of the music!

I got some haters talking, they've been getting rookie nails They want to go to war, I chew 'em up just like my fingernails I roll with shadows, fuck the jail I can't afford the bail, but if I do they know I get it poppin' like the 40 Cal!

I curled my arms over my face, my braids over my face and popped my chest out immediately shaking my ass with the sharp rift of the music. Everyone was going crazy at the sharp music. The club was truly brought to life, the heat rising from everyone’s fast body movements and the smell now a mixture of different sweat. I wanted to drink tonight, I wanted to fuck tonight! I wanted to do whatever the fuck I wanted! As more relaxed dance music began to play, I began to move from the dance floor, letting my body droop against the bar. Since I needed to have my wits about me, I decided a water was the best I was going to get tonight. My heart was fluttering from utter happiness, the adrenaline overtaking me. My body was begging for more fun, the crowd felt as if it were calling me back into it.

I just needed to catch my breath. I pulled my phone from my dress’ pocket, happy it had a zip up fold so I would never lose it. I checked my messages.

Mitsuri: How are you doing?

Me: All good, shouldn’t be out too long. Hope your date is going well!

Mitsuri: Aw good I’m glad and yes it’s going well. Text me when you’re on your way home!

Me: Will do!

Kyojuro: Hey hope your night is going well. I heard you were going out to the club tonight. If things get weird with anyone there, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Me: Thanks, I’m good. Have a good weekend.

I did not need to ask him about his day, his evening or anything! His intentions were not pure, and I would refuse to think he could actually convince me otherwise.

Akaza: WYA

Me: The Unholy

Akaza: *Typing…* With who??

Me: Me, myself and I.

Akaza: Why didn’t you tell me you were going dancing! I would have loved to go dancing with you.”

I stiffened.

Me: That sounds like a date and I don’t do dates.

Akaza: So you’d rather go straight to the really sweaty work out then?

Me: I’m going back on the dance floor.

Akaza: I’m on my way over there.

Me: Fine then I’m leaving.

Akaza: Don’t be like that. Come on I can throw down! Besides nothing would make us both happier than to feel that ass grinding up on my-”

I tucked my phone back in my dress and looked at the bartender who was on the other side of the bar. He was a tall man with a handsome face and long flowing black hair.

“Hi, I’d like to pay for the water!” I replied waving to him. The man turned and smirked at me.

“On the house since you made my night with that hot dancing of yours!” he called out before winking at me. I smiled and dipped my head some in embarrassment.

“Thank you!” I called out. However, a flash of long black hair and a big grin is all I could make out before me.

“Hey cutie, how ‘bout I buy you the next round!” a boisterous voice said. Standing before me was a tall man in a black fishnet tank and green baggy jeans was leaning over the bar, cheek planted in his palm. I blinked rapidly.

“You wish to buy me another round of water?” I asked. He snickered.

“Of course! Gotta stay hydrated if you plan to dance again!” he said. “The name’s Karaku! I see you a lot on campus, so that makes us classmates in a way. What’s your name?”

Our campus was pretty big how exactly did he see me?

“Yara!” I said over the heavy music which only made the man lean in a bit so he could hear

“Yara? Wow that’s a pretty name! Never heard it before! So that’s makes you my first!” he said. I gave a polite smile however I wasn’t sure where this conversation was going, and I really wanted to dance to a few more songs before it was time to call a cab. “Say you have some really pretty hair, Yara, it makes you look like a goddess! Black women have the most exotic hair styles!”

And now he’s lost my attention and my tense face at his compliment told me so. I didn’t like the word exotic being used to describe me or anything on me. Made me feel weird.

“Thanks!” I said stiffly before leaning off the bar and trying to wave a goodbye to him, before he caught my hand.

“Say, I’m here tonight with three of my brothers! We’ve been studying hard cramming for the upcoming midterms you know how it is, and we were wondering if maybe you’d like to dance with us!” he offered before point pointing over my shoulder toward the very end of the bar where three men, identical to Karaku, were looking at me with different emotions on their faces. One looked to be glaring slightly, nodding his head up at me as if saying ‘sup with his eyes. He wore a red tank and black jeans. I could see the two sleeve tattoos that covered his muscular arms.

Waving happily beside him was a man in a black tank top under a yellow jacket and brown shorts. His wrists were wrapped with yellow bands and yellow beaded necklace sat loose on his neck. Beside him was a nervous, almost sad looking man in a blue and white striped uniform and he looked almost nervous.

Woah, I had never seen a set of quadruplets before, and I couldn’t help but look from then back to Karaku who just smirked.

“Wow, and all four of you want to dance with me, why?” I asked. There were many cute and attractive women in the club tonight and it made me suspicious that a group of men wanted to just dance with me when there were so many other options.

“Absolutely. The way you moved on the dancefloor was just stunning. My brothers and I couldn’t take our eyes off you! You seem like a lot of fun, Yara! So how’s about it, one more dance before the night ends?” he asked.

Suddenly, a beat popped in my ears from above and my eyes widened as well as my smile as the remix version of Enya’s Only Time, Crunk in Time, was playing. I couldn’t wait anymore I had to pop off tonight. I smirked at Karaku.

“If you and your brothers can keep up tonight, then sure, one dance.” I replied before pushing off the bar, taking his hand and guiding him to the dance floor, my hips dipping and swaying from side to side with the beat of the music. I noticed the three brothers moving off the bar and following us to the dance floor and slowly approached me with pleased looks on their faces as they each stood in a perfect square around me.

“I’m Sekido!” the brother in red said harshly making me jump a bit, but I smiled nonetheless from genuine amusement. He stood in front of me.

“I’m Urogi the fun one!” the brother in yellow said as he stood on the left of me.

“Ha as if!” Karaku shouted from behind me, his hand already palming my bottom which I didn’t mind.

“And I’m Aizetsu!” the brother in blue said on my right. He looked nervous almost.

“I’m Yara!” I said with a smile noticing how all four of these men smelled really good. I liked that. The men were moving their hips with the beat of the music as was I.

I began to move my hips in a circular motion so a part of me would graze each of the men’s body giving them each an inch of attention. I began to silently lip sync Enya’s part smiling at all of the men’s amused faces. The looks didn’t look malicious. Everyone around us was swaying themselves waiting for the real fun to start.

“Who can say where the road goes, where the day flows only time. Who can say where the road goes, where the day flows only time (SHAKE THAT-)

My mind was gone, captured by the beat of the music as everyone threw their hands up and shook their bodies giving their all to the music.

“GET CRUNK WITH IT, GET LOOSE WITH IT!” everyone sang shaking their hips and grinding against the partners. Karaku and Sekido kept their hands on hips grinding their hips on me when they could, while I had my hands on Aizetsu’s and Urogi’s cheeks smiling and laughing with them as they moved their bodies against my sides.

“SHAKE THAT ASS REAL FAST THEN DROP! SHAKE IT LIKE A SALTSHAKER! SHAKE IT LIKE A SALTSHAKER! SHAKE IT LIKE A SALTSHAKER!” people sang and shake it I did. I could feel my ass vibrating on command of the music digging into Karaku’s crotch.

“Fuck yes fucking shake it Yara!” the green dressed brother yelled behind. I let my hand move through my braids moving it to one side of my neck as I felt a pair of lips press into my neck from the man behind me. I told my mind to take note of it, but I found it hard from the hands moving over my body and beneath the top of my dress! I gasped realizing it was Sekido’s hand cupping one of my breasts and before I could attempt to push back, which would only get me blocked by Karaku, I feel the angry man’s tongue going down my throat. I realize my wrists are being held down by Urogi and Aizetsu, stopping me from pushing back against the man in front of me.

He's dominating my mouth, not letting my tongue get away from his as he explored every inch of my mouth.

“Sorry, Yara, but we had to see for ourselves what was so special about you!” Urogi said happily. I finally had the courage to bite the tongue that was invading me and Sekido leaned back with a growl.

“Naughty bitch bit me!” he snarled.

“Yes, Akaza was speaking so highly of you, I am sad to admit I was actually getting a little jealous.” Aizetsu told. What the fuck! Akaza… Oh damn these guys must be a part of the Kizuki.

“So, how’s about it Yara, want to play with us for a little bit? I promise you’ll enjoy every… inch of us.” Karaku purred, his tongue sliding up the shell of my ear. I stiffened heavily feeling that the grips on my wrists would not be loosened. Sekido wasn’t even going to wait fo a response because his hand came up to grip my throat as his face leaned in to mine to kiss me again.

But my feet acted fast, kicking him right in the groin.

“FUCK!” he snarled in pain as he was now caught up in the wave of dancing and being shoved into the crowd

I felt the grips on my wrists loosen and I used this time to move into the crowd and let the many shoulders push me about. I was looking for a way out of the crowd, the exit, and the four brother as a means to get away from them. I pushed my way from the crowd and pressed myself to the wall. I quickly grabbed my phone and texted fast.

Me: 911 (You shared your location)

Kyojuro: On my way! Find somewhere to lay low until I get there!

I could see Aizetsu coming from the crowd and hurried down the closest to me. I was looking for an emergency exit if anything, but I was luckily coming up on the front of the club. Where I could hide once out there, I didn’t know. The Unholy wasn’t a big place and it felt they would easily know I was in the lady’s restroom if I tried to hide there, and I didn’t need to get cornered there! Just as I was pushing myself out the door, I was immediately caught by someone I didn’t want to see.

“Yara! Wow your hair looks amazing!” he snapped catching my shoulders. I wanted to pull back, but he wouldn’t let me go.

“Please let me go, Akaza, I need to leave!” I said hurriedly looking over my shoulders. They could come at any minute! Okay, I couldn’t hide my fear through anger any longer. I was scared and I was scared shitless. I tore from Akaza’s hold and began to move down the sidewalk putting distance between me and the club. Akaza was speeding up behind me taking my hand.

“Hey woah what the fuck happened?” he yelled in panic. I needed to get out of here. I didn’t want his hand touching me. He’s one of them, they’re one of them! As I walked, a familiar shade of yellow was skipping in front of me.

“Yara, I found you!” Urogi said happily and I gasped as I saw red, blue and green appearing. I quickly back tracked and jumped behind Akaza.

“You stay the fuck away from me! All of you or I swear to God I’ll scream!” I threatened. Akaza looked at me then the four men who were walking up to him calmly and collectively.

“What the fuck did you do!” he snapped. Sekido just growled with annoyance.

“The cunt bit me and kicked me in my dick!” he snarled.

“Oh, calm down, Akaza, we were just trying to test her, to make sure she was being loyal to you and to the gang is all.” Karaku said with a purr.

“She attracts a lot of male attention whether she knows it or not. It’d be very upsetting if another guy tried to step in on what’s yours.” Aizetsu said with a pout.

“You’re all insane!” I snapped trying to step away from the group, but Akaza took my hand and wouldn’t let go as he held his other hand up.

“Okay can we all just calm the fuck down! Why the hell were you four out anyways when you were supposed to be… running errands?” he snarled. I could tell errands was code for something else. Sekido scoffed angrily.

“We earned. The club was our last errand. We saw your little toy here dancing like she’s single and couldn’t help our curiosity and thought we'd join in a dance!” he explained.

“The fuck is that supposed to mean! It seems like you wanted to do more than just dance!” I snapped still struggling from Akaza. He looked at me angrily noticing me pulling back.

“Will you please stop that!” he yelled before looking at the brothers. “Your business was not with her; you all should have left her alone!”

“Oh come on, you shared your last toy with us, we figured she was a new one to share with us!” Urogi told. My eyes widened.'

"Mother fucker." Akaza said shooting him a glare so dark, it almost caused me to miss the sound of tires screeching around the corner and now we all looked as I saw a black 2022 Toyota Tundra was jumping the curb of the sidewalk making us all jump back. I followed Akaza’s hand to the hem of his jacket and down to the back of his pants and the way he gripped the handle of his gun made my eyes pop as he pulled it from his waist band.

Gun! GUN! GUN! DANGER, DANGER, DANGER!

Popping out of the bed of the truck was Kyojuro and Sanemi, with pistols in their hands, all the while, Uzui’s window was down in the driver’s side, a very large gun in his hand that looked like it fired multiple rounds. Obanai’s body was sitting outside on the passenger window with two Glock pistols in his hands.

I looked at the four brothers to see guns in their hands pointed at the truck, and I felt my mind was ready to explode.

I noticed Kyojuro and Akaza’s guns were on each other, and I could tell they were waiting to take each other out, however I was in the line of fire.

I just wanted to dance and maybe fuck tonight. I wanted to have a wild and fun night and then go home and sleep the weekend away. Why was that so fucking hard!

[astoldbyaja]

Bark like you want it! -Ch.5 ~AU Demon Slayer~

My stomach had knots in it. Mitsuri was so sad I didn’t hang out with them last night, but neither her nor Shinobu brought up Kyojuro’s fight. Did he even tell them what happened? I feel like if he did, they would be asking me all kinds of questions.

However, none of that mattered as I was walking toward the science building. My next class wasn’t for at least another hour and a half. The bite on my neck was swollen and very much visible so I wore a sleeveless turtleneck shirt. I had no idea what was going to happen once I met with Akaza. I could see his flash of pink hair in the distance, and I sighed heavily. When I was close, I gave a low hey.

He turned and I noticed the black eye and the few stitches above his right eyebrow. He looked at me with a scowl, however it didn’t remain long on his face before it turned to hurt and embarrassment.

“Hey.” he said. I paused and looked him over.

“What happened to you?” I asked.

“You really want to know because you care or you just asking to ask?” he asked. I stared at him for a moment unsure of what the right answer is. I know the answer already.

“I don’t want to fight. If you don’t want to tell me then fine. So, let’s just get this talk over with. You’ve been calling and texting my phone and now your friends are also attempting to persuade me to continue whatever this was between us. I don’t like it. You’re in a gang and that’s a deal breaker for me. I don’t need that kind of drama even if we were just fucking.” I stated. I can see his face contorting into different emotions as I spoke. He was stunned at hearing his friends were reaching out, but happy after knowing they were trying to talk me back under him, then he was scowling upon me mentioning his gang life.

“You didn’t see a problem with it before!” he snapped.

“Did you tell me you were in a gang before?” I bit back. He mumbled and looked away gently touching his eye. I could imagine it hurt from all his different eye movements. “You also put me in a position when you introduced me as your girlfriend when you knew that wasn’t true. Had you not shot yourself in the foot by running your mouth I’d be at your dorm, bent over and babbling like a bitch in heat while you fucked me into your mattress before our next class. Am I wrong?” His body stiffened as he looked away a tent pitching in his pants at the moment.

“No. But fuck I love it when you talk dirty like that.” he said, a shade of pink appearing over his face. I immediately snapped my fingers twice at him making him jump a bit looking me back in my eyes.

“Focus!” I said. “What exactly do you want from me Akaza because your friends are not going to stop harassing, me until you most likely tell them to stop, which I have strong feeling you won’t do.” His jaw tightened at my words, and he looked away not denying it. I sighed heavily.

“We had a good thing going before you ruined it. Let’s just… stop it now. End this like adults.” I replied.

“No!” he said sharply shaking his head. I stiffened frowning some.

“Akaza, it’s sex.” I replied.

“The best fucking sex I have had in years! Your mouth, the way your lips stretch around my cock as you deep throat me, your throat squeezing me just right gives me the best sensations in my cock all the way into my body. And your pussy- fuck your pussy is fucking feral, babe! The way it’s hot and tight and gets wet easily ooh just to grip my dick like a vice perfectly makes for the best orgasms. And I’m coming for that ass next! Nah you and I ain’t done by a long shot! So I suggest we act like none of this shit happened, go back to my place bend you over face down, ass up and we continue to enjoy each other’s company.” He explained. My face reddened at his words, and I was fuming. God he’s just like Kyojuro not hearing a word I said.

“Okay first of all, there is no acting like this never happened! You still have not told me what I want to hear!” I snapped. He took a step closer.

“What do you want to hear, Yara?” he asked annoyed.

“Um, maybe an apology for ruining our friends with benefits by falsely stating I was your girlfriend!” I replied. He rolled his eyes.

“I mean basically you are, we hang out, we fuck, we talk and text. It’s not like you’re doing that with someone else right!” he asked.

“Dude! You were the first to say we “this means nothing. We’ll just fuck. There will be no emotions or feelings involved”. Yet it seems to me you have some emotions and feelings for this.” I said drawing a circle in the air in front of my crotch. Akaza watched this, his body still and his eyes hardening as he looked at me seriously.

“You didn’t deny it.” he said lowly. I was still now not liking this look on his face.

“What?” I asked.

“You didn’t deny that you weren’t fucking someone else.” he said. I now stood my grown, glaring hard at him.

“There’s nothing to deny. I am not in a relationship with anyone so I can see who I want, talk to who I want, and fuck who I want.” I said. He was quiet for a long moment, the look on his face unreadable. In one quick moment, my hands grabbed, and I yelp as I’m thrown over his shoulder.

“What the fuck!” I snapped, his body already moving toward the men’s restroom. He kicked the door open and tossed me inside. I landed on the ground with a heavy thud. “Have you lost your mind!”

Akaza turned to the door and locked the heavy lock above it and my eyes widened. All the while, he grabbed his belt buckle hard and began to unfasten it. I quickly got to my feet as he was on me in seconds.

“Akaza, this isn’t funny let me go!” I yelled as I tried to get around him. He grabbed my shoulders and pushed me into the handicapped stall. I fell once again to my feet, my phone falling from my pocket. Before I can grab it, he kicks it behind the toilet and grabs me and shoves me against the wall. The movement knocks the wind out of me, and he takes this time to close the stall door and lock it.

Still a bit daze, I fell my wrists being grabbed and tied together before being fasted over the small hook above it. It restrained me enough and Akaza just stared at me before gripping my cheeks hard. I growl a bit refusing to show my fear. He looks at my neck and suddenly lowers the turtleneck. He eyes the bite marks immediately and his eye twitches a bit.

“You’re not stupid so I am not going to repeat myself. I will not apologize for claiming you as mine because you are. Since you have commitment issues, I’ll respect that you don’t want the title as my girlfriend. However, that will change before we graduate. Instead, you’ll be my paramour and that means you and I will continue our deal as before. We will fuck and we will fuck often. I will not cling to you like I have before, I realize you like your space and if I want this relationship to blossom then I’ll give you your space. However, I expect you to not hide your urges from me. You want my dick I’ll happily oblige and vice versa. If you want to fuck someone else, I expect you to tell me who before anyone’s unworthy dick penetrates your garden of Eden.” he said.

Oh, he did not just say that! However, I feel the tingling sensations start to arise in my vagina as I realized the setting I was in. We’re in a secluded area, I’m bound and he’s asserting his dominance over me. Oh my God he’s using one of the fantasies I had told him about if I was ever going to accept a man’s want of a relationship with me. I admitted that I found it quite hot if a man were to do something like this, tie me up and basically tell me I was his. And of course, I never wanted to know when it was happening or else it wouldn’t feel real enough to me.

Oh I knew I shouldn’t have told him that!

“And I’m guessing you want to say yay or nay to other lovers I might want?” I asked. He smirked raising his arm to rest it at the side of my face so he can lean into me.

“That’s right.” he said.

“Kind of defeats the purpose of a friends with benefits then. I’m guessing you’re still going to fuck who you want then?” I assumed. He shook his head raising his other hand to run his knuckles over my cheek. I closed my eyes trying not to visibly shiver.

“Oh no. I could never be that type of guy to set rules for my paramour and not follow them myself. No, my cock is yours and yours alone,” he said with a gentle moan, eyes growing cloudy as his hand slid down my neck, then over my stomach and under the elastic band of my legs moving to gently rub my folds through my panties. I whimpered some, “just like your pussy is mine and mine alone.”

He presses his lips into mine and I softly respond to the kiss not wanting to further anger him. He sighed.

“I’ve missed both these lips.” he said smirking coyly pressing a bit more into my clit. I tensed.

“Using my fantasy to get what you want, I’m disappointed.” I replied. He gave a gentle pout.

“Well, I can’t have my girl disappointed. Just like I can’t allow anyone to ever mark you again.” he said with a slow frown before finally moving down my body, his arm moving from the stall and over to grope my breast before finally moving to pull my leggings down to my ankles.

“Akaza now is not the time.” I said. Surely someone would notice the bathroom door is locked and find someone with the authority to unlock it. He let out a gentle moan as he just stared at my pink lace panties.

“But it’s been a while since we did anything, we’re behind our usual schedule together so we both need to catch up. And besides I have to rid your body of whoever else was inside you while we were on our little break. I expect for you to tell me whose dick was inside you too.” he said before his tongue slid sloppily up my folds and over my clothed clit. I let out a sharp gasp as my body pressed back into the stall as if to get away from his mouth.

“Aahh – we’ve never done something like this here.” I said.

“And now this will be the first of many new things we will try. Don’t tell me the thought of us getting caught doesn’t make you wet.” he purred.

“Akaza please we both have class we need to get to.” I said.

“I know you don’t ever like to be late, so I’ll make this quick.” he said and before I could question how, he moves my panties out of the way and attacks my clit. My entire body began shake as I felt the familiar sensations. Fuck he’s so good with his mouth too we both know this. His lips suck and his tongue flicks at me in the perfect of ways. He knows just what to do.

“I’m sorry I put you in this position that almost ruined what we had going.” He finally mutters as two fingers slide so easily into my entrance. I gasped hard feeling him already set an even pace, his fingers pressing and sliding against my gummy walls and I’m panting heavily, my walls ringing and coming to life. “I’ll never do that to you again. Things will be back to normal again. It’ll be just the two of us, like before.”

I panted watching as he drinks and laps up at my juices before sucking on my clit again.

“Nnghh fuck.” I whisper as my hips instinctively buck gently against his face. Akaza growled, panting against my vagina further stimulating it. Damn it I hate how good he is at this!

“I want to make you scream again, Yara. I want to feel you cream all over my tongue and fingers as you cum in complete bliss.” he moaned. My body starts to crumble it feels, my legs shaking and my stomach knotting up.

“A- Akaza!” I whimpered looking down at him with cloudy eyes as he looks up at me with deep, sensual eyes.

“Yes, baby I’m here. I missed you too!” he moaned out pumping his fingers into me faster and deeper prodding against my gspot. My body immediately bucked sharply against his face. “Is that the spot! I’ll fuck that spot with my dick tonight as much as you want until you’re a drenched mess!” I can feel that blissful coil tightening up preparing to explode.

“Ah, I’m gonna cum!” I cry out and he moves his fingers even faster.

“Cum on my fingers baby! Let me feel you!” he snaps. I can feel everything pouring out of me as that delicious sensation explodes inside my vagina and I cry out hard.

“Ah yesyesyesyesyesyes ahhhh!” I cry out and Akaza moans hard against my thigh biting down on my skin as he continues to pump his fingers into me.

“That's my girl! That’s it baby give it all to me!” he praises. My legs are shaking, and I feel my entire body go limp now. Akaza removes his fingers and slowly licks at them. He then grabs some toilet paper from the dispenser and hums victoriously as he cleans me up. Once that’s done, he releases my wrists and secures his pants. I quickly move to place my panties back on.

Fuck well this did not work how I thought. Akaza smiled happily pecking the tip of my nose and I just groaned and moved to leave the bathroom.

“God, I can’t stand you.” I muttered as I moved to unlock the bathroom door.

“Aww I missed you too!” he said skipping after me happily but not before licking his lips and pressing his fingers to his face.

So, I had to accept that I couldn’t get away from either gang especially since it’s been made very clear both can find me whenever they wanted on campus. I didn’t hear from Kyojuro which made this better and stressed me out less. After class, I moved to the mess hall to study on the second floor by myself. Akaza didn’t follow me, reminding me that he would give me space. However, I did not expect him to keep his word. I told him I had plans for the weekend and I would not give them up for him. He accepted this.

By the next day, I was at the hair salon, from eleven am to six pm enjoying the process of getting my goddess braids in. Ooh they were light, they were small, long and gorgeous and boy did my confidence skyrocket! I needed this hair day that was for sure! I was in a red tank and black shorts which just went with the style a well. I was feeling myself.

As I returned to my apartment, I found Shinobu and Mitsuri at the table studying. When they saw me, their eyes popped, and they gasped.

“Oh my god Yara your hair- you look so gorgeous!” Mitsuri gushed.

“It turned out amazing!” Shinobu complimented. I smiled sweetly.

“Thanks.” I replied. “Listen, I feel horrible for not meeting you both at the student lounge the other night. You’ve both tried to make me feel welcome and I haven’t been giving much back to the roommate-ship you both created.”

Shinobu shook her head.

“It’s okay Yara, you like your space, and we respect that. We never have a problem just asking to include you in things.” she said with a motherly smile.

“Yeah, you’re an introvert whose social battery has a limit!” Mitsuri added with a casual shrug and a bright smile. That was so true.

“Thanks for understanding. Do you guys want to go out tonight, maybe to the Unholy?” I asked. The Unholy was a club not too far away that had great music and dancing and was one of the few places I felt I could be myself and let loose. The two politely declined.

“We have date nights tonight.” Mitsuri said with a blush. I nodded.

“Understood!” I replied.

“But our phones are always on so if anything happens you call us, and we’ll come get you.” Shinobu said. I nodded and smiled before heading to my room to get ready.

Ten PM

I was entering the Unholy Club wearing blue tight jeans and a black crop top. My skin was glistening, my perfume was sprayed on my neck and wrists, my pulse spreading the scent out to those near me. My hair was perfect, my makeup was on point, and my jewelry was not too flashy, but enough to make heads turn. Men’s eyes followed my form as I made my way down the dark hall lit up by round in wall lights above.

The Box by Roddy Ricch was playing on the dance floor up ahead, but it was from his live concert in London. Oh fuck yes!

Purple and green neon lights were flowing over the group of people dancing and I was about to turn up!

“Ay…hey! I know ya’ll know this motherfucker so ya’ll gotta sing this shit. LONDON… SING THIS SHIT!”

[astoldbyaja]

Bark like you want it!- Ch.4~AU Demon Slayer~

My eyes were moving all over the library as I was so nervous about Akaza popping up. I feel Kyojuro’s hand suddenly move to hook onto my hip, and I tensed immediately. On instinct I recoiled as we left the building.

Kyojuro looked at me confused.

“What’s the matter?” he asked.

“Well one, Akaza is obviously out looking for you to finish what you started, two he’s going to expect an explanation for me not meeting up with him,-”

“You don’t need to worry about him anymore.” he interrupted, taking my hand suddenly.

“Yeah, easy for you to say, you don’t have a class with him.” I said.

“I’ll walk you to all your classes and make sure he doesn’t bother you.” he said. That does not fix the fact that the man will be inside the classroom!

“Can you not hold my hand please?” I asked. His hand had curled into mine, but my fingers remained stretched. Kyojuro looked offended now.

“Why, you’re my girl.” he stated.

“We should set some boundaries for what this means. You offered this relationship in return for protecting me from the Kizuki gang.” I replied.

“I offered you this protection because I wanted to be with you. I like you and I aim to make you like me in return to the point where you will be truly happy with me. I desire no other but you.” he said in a somewhat robotic tone, and I winced.

“Look I’ve never been good at relationships. They take effort and having to adapt to someone else’s wants and needs. I’m not entirely sure I can give effort into just one person. It wouldn’t be fair to the other. That’s why I don’t date. I like my peace and my alone time, and I won’t give that up for anyone!” I said stopping to look at him now. Kyojuro stared at me for a moment before smiling brightly.

“So, you want this to be completely transactional. Fine I ensure your safety, and in return you will offer me the benefits of a relationship that includes hanging out, texting, calling, going on dates, be completely and I do mean completely exclusive with one another. You will give your heart to me as I will give my hear to you.” he said.

“That is quite a lot for one deal.” I said.

“I’m not done. We will have sex when we both want it, you have to be emotionally available too and I will offer all of that as well as protection.” he said. I gave a gentle whine. This is already too much! I looked away pulling my hand from him and crossing my arms.

“And what if I can’t do that for you?” I asked. “How long is this deal supposed to last?” There was an eerie silence, and I slowly peaked to look at him to see Kyojuro’s smile was gone from his face.

“If you can’t be loyal then our deal will be broken. I’ll leave you alone. But I will also tell Akaza that you did set him up to get jumped by me tonight.” he said. My heart nearly froze as the horror spread over my face.

“What? Why would you do that?” I asked angrily. Suddenly, Kyojuro bust out laughing, his lip suddenly bleeding again. The sound was almost maniacal.

“Oh, the look on your face! It’s priceless!” he said. I looked him over, my brain screaming that this man was just as much of a red flag as Akaza. I took a step back from him, and he only grabbed me and pulled me into him staring down at me with a slightly crazed look. “I don’t think you know the lengths that I am prepared to go in order to ensure we’re never a part. You have nothing to worry about with me, Yara. You will be safe and loved and protected within the Hashira gang.

“Wha! I have to join your gang too! No way! I won’t do that!” I replied, His grip on my shoulders tightened some.

“Well all the girls join when they date a Hashira member. It’s the only way I can truly offer you, my protection.” he said. I stiffened.

“This was a bad idea. All of it. I will take my chances with Akaza if I cannot keep away from your gang. I won’t do it. I don’t care what you tell him!” I said. Inside I was seething, because he still has not informed me that he was joking about lying to Akaza. I couldn’t trust him, and I was a fucking fool for fucking him.

Kyojuro sighed.

“Fine. I won’t make you join the Hashira. Just say you’ll agree to our deal, and we can go have fun with our friends!” he said happily. I stiffened and raised my hand to pull his fingers from my shoulder. We were still in public, and I was sure he did not want to make any scene that would draw unwanted attention.

“You go on tonight. I’m going to take the shuttle home.” I replied turning and walking toward one the shuttle stop.

“Huh! Yara wait, why!” he asked following me.

“I don’t like being black mailed. To me that’s just another way to threaten me.” I hissed.

“Yara, I would never! I was only trying to playfully scare you is all!” he said. I stood by the large black shelter and just waited. I was cautious the entire time.

“You’re not a nice man Kyojuro.” I said suddenly and now his eyes widened at his words.

“What?” he asked completely stunned. I looked at him.

“You only wanted to help me in order to get something in return. You didn’t help me out of the goodness of your heart.” I said. He winced and shook his head.

“Yara everything I said back there, about me always wanting you, finding you beautiful-”

“Was just a way to get in my pants and you got that. I can’t set boundaries with you. I couldn’t even set boundaries with Akaza. Forget it all ever happened. I’ll take whatever shit he throws at me, but I refuse to let you take advantage of me.” I growled. The shuttle pulled up and the door opened.

“I would never! Yara please I wasn’t trying to black mail you. I was just angry that you wouldn’t want to put effort in me- in us giving me a chance us a chance at a relationship!” he prattled.

“Good night, Kyojuro.” I replied and got on the shuttle. I was happy he didn’t follow me. I sat down in the back and just sighed quietly. That was some roller coaster. I glanced toward the window to see him standing there having moved to the back. He looked torn, heartbroken. I just looked away and sighed. Once the shuttle began to move, I immediately moved to grab my phone. I’ve missed 5 calls from Akaza.

I texted him.

Me: Hey sorry I didn’t show up at the library. I had some stuff going on and I didn’t feel up to facing you. You good?

…

Akaza: No Yara, I’m not fucking good! But we are going to talk that’s for damn sure. Tomorrow, the science building. Noon. Come alone and if you don’t I’m going to have to punish you.

Me: Fine

I put my phone away and just groaned, running my hands over my face. I was thinking of all the words Kyojuro used in that locker. How I was his first and last thoughts when waking up and going to bed. Then now he threatens to tell Akaza a blatant lie knowing it could get me hurt or worse! God, I didn’t like how complicated things had just gotten. I literally just wanted to do my thing and have my fun. I placed my phone on vibrate and realized Kyojuro had messaged me.

Kyojuro: I didn’t want to just get in your pants, and you can set boundaries with me and I’m going to prove it! You’ll still have my protection with nothing in return! But what I did back there was some pretty punk ass behavior and I’m sorry. Get home safe and if you’re ever in need of help, drop the location and I’ve got you.

I winced at the text thinking actions spoke louder than words. I simply pushed and held on his response and tapped the thumbs up emoji before putting my phone away.

I hadn’t realized the shuttle stopped nor did I take note of the heavy boots and heals clanging on the ground until two figures were before me and sitting on either side of me, placing their back packs on the empty space beside them.

“Evening Yara.” Gyutaro purred making Ume giggle sinisterly. I groaned.

“FUUUUUUUCK ME!” I yelled out in annoyance. Not only could I now not get off at my stop, I had to basically ride this damn shuttle until these guys were done with me.

“Everything okay back there?” the bus driver asked. I crossed my legs, and my arms and pouted.

“Fine!” the three of us said with different emotions on our faces.

“I’ve already spoken with Akaza we’re going to meet up tomorrow.” I said. I feel Gyutaro’s tall and skinny fingers grip my chin and turn me to face he with a low groan. He did not look happy.

“Akaza got jumped today by fucking Rengoku a few hours ago at the library you both were supposed to meet up at. You know anything about that?” he asked.

“Why would I? I’m not involved with the Hashira or the Kizuki.” I replied. I feel his grip tighten on my chin and I whimper. “I was studying, but I had some other shit going on and I left. I felt bad for ditching him, but I rescheduled with him a few minutes ago! Whatever shit he has going on with Kyojuro has nothing to do with me!” I snapped smacking his hand away from my face. His eyes snapped with excitement at me.

“And you think we’re just going to up and believe that?” Ume asked. I looked at her.

“What do you want me to say? I am not responsible for whatever drama you both have. If I’m becoming such an inconvenience to Akaza and your group, I will happily end things with him and with all of you, so you don’t have to worry about me adding unwanted drama to your lives.” I said noticing the school’s student mess hall. I could get off here! I made an attempt to get up, however Gyutaro’s hand shot out and grabbed my shoulder forcing me to sit down.

“Hey we ain’t done talking!” he snarled. I winced some feeling a sting on my neck. Gyutaro noticed this and placed his hand on my shirt and yanked it down hard observing the bite marks on my neck. He suddenly started snickering.

“Oh, I see! This other shit you had to deal with… you were getting dicked down by someone else!” he said laughing now. I smacked his hand away harder from my shirt as he was stretching my collar. Another jolt of excitement appeared over his face, his legs suddenly pushing together. He gave me a flirtatious smile and I refused to give his crotch the attention he wanted.

“Wow seriously! How much of a slut can you be!” Ume taunted. I froze and took a few even breaths turning to look at her.

“I will not be made to feel guilty for enjoying the carnal pleasures of a man. Maybe you should take your brother’s dick out of your mouth some day and try something new. You may just like it.” I snarled. She fumed and Gyutaro only laughed even harder now.

“Hey why are you laughing!” Ume boomed moving to hit at his shoulder from behind me. I sighed seeing our shuttle pass the mess hall and stop at another dorm. Ume made a high pitched hmf noise and stood up. “You know what I don’t have to take this! I am heading to my dorm. I expect you to handle this brother!”

And with that she got off the shuttle. One down, one to go.

“How are you going to handle me? Why are you all even trying to handle me anyways? It’s obvious I have started drama for your group. It would be easier to just forget about me and then none of you will have problems. Like seriously, I fucked the man a few times and now there’s drama.” I said looking at Gyutaro who sighed placing his backpack on his lap. I noticed a bike helmet attached to it.

“It’s not how we do things. Akaza claimed you as his, sort of, and so we gotta see that you continue to make him happy. He’d do the same for us so we’re doing the same for him.” he said. God these people are crazy. I looked him over now, moving my body to face him. He eyed me with caution as I did this.

“What does that even mean claiming me from a Kizuki’s perspective. Does he really think I’m his girlfriend?” I asked. He huffed some.

“I can’t speak for him, but I wouldn’t be surprised if your kitty cat just has him a little drunk is all.” he said. I hummed gently.

“Maybe I need to fuck him so much he gets annoyed with me. Give him pussy poisoning.” I muttered. He burst out laughing now!

“Oh my god, stop please!” he said, and I couldn’t help but grin at my own words. “Maybe that’s why he’s obsessed with you. You’re funny, apparently have good pussy, and you’re cute. No wonder Akaza is so anxious when he’s not with you. You balance him out.”

I can’t believe he thinks that is what Akaza believes just from the times they’ve all hung out with me.

“You never answered my question, how are you going to handle me? What was your end game for tonight? Did Akaza send you to question me on if I knew anything about his fight with Kyojuro?” I asked. He snorted.

“Nah he doesn’t know we’re here. Look believe it not, we’re like a family. He got attacked and we need to find out what happened and handle it the way it needs to be handled… and besides,” he said with a smirk, “I already figured out where you were this evening so you’re very lucky to not have been involved.”

I stiffened and just sighed looking away now.

“But I don’t think Akaza will be too happy if he found out you were out fucking another guy. May make him want to find out who this guy is and pulverize him. It would make him feel better after this fight with the Hashira.” he said lowly. I rolled my eyes now already hearing the tone in his voice. I frowned leaning into him.

“Let’s get one thing straight, I can fuck who I want, when I want. Akaza doesn’t own me or this pussy!” I said. Now his smirk widened as he leaned into me immediately. The motion was so quick, I squeaked and leaned back.

“Is that right? I’m going to remember that.” he said. I did not like the look of menacing excitement on his face. The shuttle stopped in one of the student parking lots and he got up, turning to face me so his crotch was facing me. I leaned back further looking away. “Catch you later, Yara.” I sighed and leaned back into my seat looking out the window.

“Yeah, I’m sure.” I replied lowly. I didn’t even have to wonder what he meant by both handling this situation and seeing him later, although I hope his last sentence was just a way to scare me. They’re going to go after Kyojuro. I should warn him, right?

Yes, and get involved in gang problems. No, mind the business that pays you.

I would say nothing about the encounters that happened today. I saw nothing and I heard nothing. As the shuttle moved, I could hear the revving of a motorcycle, and I turned to see a motorcycle riding up beside me. It was Gyutaro. He stuck his tongue out at me and gave me a taunting glare before revving his bike and riding away.

I groaned.

“Fuck me!” I groaned. Once I got off at the familiar block, I walked down to my apartments and went inside. I ignored the sounds of moaning coming from both my roommate’s rooms and for once, I wanted to ignore all thoughts of sex and everything surrounding it. I went to my room, showered, and jumped into the bed. I played on my phone a bit, answered a text from Mitsuri making sure it was me who came home, then I passed out. Thank God tomorrow is Friday.

I just had to survive my meeting with Akaza. I even decided to message my hair stylist and put in an appointment to get some goddess braids. Then I will definitely show out at the game lounge! I needed some me time most definitely.

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Author's Notes

Don't do it Yara! Don't get those sexy braids! It will not end well for you!! Especially when Hantengu's brothers get involved XD

And I can so see Ume and Gyotaro trying to make passes at her either separately or together just like Doma and Kokushibo.

[astoldbyaja]

Bark like you want it!- Ch.3 ~AU Demon Slayer~ Ch.3

I could hardly focus on my studying as I sat in the study room. I just realized I was all alone up here, and it probably was not a good idea to be in such a place knowing Akaza was coming! But it’s already been fifteen minutes, and he hadn’t show up. I bit the inside of my cheek wondering if I should message him. Whatever we needed to discuss I wanted to get it out of the way. No! I won’t do it. He has my number, and I am keeping my agreement that was made with Kokushibo. If Akaza doesn’t show up, then that’s his problem.

Maybe he realized all this unnecessary drama wasn’t worth it and just decided to give up on it all.

Lord, please let that be the case!

My phone started vibrating numerously, and I checked it out. To my surprise it was Kyojuro. I sighed wondering if he was going to check on me again. I answered.

“Kyojuro? What’s going on?” I asked. I could hear him panting over the phone.

“Yara, you still at the library?” he asked suddenly.

“Yeah? Are you running?” I asked.

“What floor?” he asked.

“Why, what’s wrong?” I asked.

“Just answer me!” he stated. Shit yes sir.

“The fifth floor!” I said.

“Stay where you are. I’m coming!” he said before hanging up. I blinked rapidly in confusion. Why was he coming here and not out with the others? The elevators were across from the room, and the wall the door was in was a full glass door with no blinds. I decided to place my stuff back in my backpack and put it over my shoulder. If something was going on, I’d need to be ready to move.

I could see the elevator doors opening and a panting Kyojuro stepping out. He was holding on to his stomach and I noticed the busted lip on his face. My eyes widened and I stood up immediately and left the room.

Kyojuro approached and I looked at him with wide eyes.

“What happened?” I asked.

“You alone?” he asked. I nodded. “Good. Grab your stuff and come on.”

“Wha- Kyojuro you’re hurt what is going on!” I asked and before I knew it, my hand was being grabbed, and we were running beneath the yellow tape of the construction on the back end of the library. I had heard the elevator door opening before we moved to the back of the building.

“NO POINT RUNNING NOW RENGOKU! WHEN I CATCH YOU IT’S ON SIGHT, PLEASE BELIEVE THAT!” he snarled.

Akaza? What the fuck? Kyojuro was still pulling me until we were in what looked like a locker room area. The construction workers must have created it to do their work up here. There were large rows of big thick lockers, large enough to stuff heavy equipment. Before I knew it, Kyojuro opened the door and led me inside.

My mind was spinning. What on earth were we doing? Now he too got in and closed the door quietly. Immediately, I grabbed my phone, kept it low, and placed my phone on silent, even turning my phone’s screen brightness down. It was obvious now that Kyojuro and Akaza got into a fight and Akaza was coming to continue said fight. But how did the two even cross paths?

Kyojuro’s back was to me, and he pressed me up against the back of the locker with his fists tight, ready to jump out and fight if needed. I swallowed hard. I noticed I was getting a phone call and looked to see it was Akaza. My eyes widened and I felt fear flood me now. He was calling, probably wondering where I was!

Oh fuck, what if he thinks I set this up! What if he thinks I set him up to get jumped or something!

I could hear heavy footsteps coming our way and my body was trembling. If Akaza catches us in this locker it would definitely look like I was involved. Kyojuro quickly but quietly removed his black jacket, turn to face me then held it up and over us as if it were a blanket. The inside of this locker room was black. Maybe he thought Akaza would look through the holes in the locker and think the same.

Kyojuro pinned me to the wall his eyes telling me to stay quiet and so I did. I felt my hands come up to grip his shirt collar to stop me from shaking. I just shut my eyes and waited, for something- anything to happen. Kyojuro wasn’t even shaking. His body was still eyes focused on me and somehow, I found comfort knowing he wasn’t afraid, knowing he was prepared to handle this. His breath was hot against my face. The footsteps were closer, and I could hear Akaza opening up the other lockers. Oh my god, he was going to open this one! Kyojuro’s eyes turned dark, and I could tell he was getting himself ready for whatever was going to happen next. I shut my eyes ready for what was going to happen next.

“HEY! This area is off limits to both students and faculty! Get out of here before I call the police!” a gruff voice instructed. I covered my mouth holding back the whimper of relief I felt.

“Fuck.” I hear Akaza growl outside the locker. “Fine I’m going!” As the footsteps faded, I looked at Kyojuro who held up his hand motioning for me to wait and so we remained still for a few more moments, his coat sliding off us.

Kyojuro raised his head some.

“Okay. I think we’re good.” he whispered. After a few seconds I finally hit Kyojuro’s chest not hard but clearly to show I was upset. I frowned.

“What the hell, man?” I whispered back.

“Look, I was going with my friends to the game lounge, when I saw Akaza heading to the library. I knew you were already there and just had a bad feeling in my stomach is all. So, I followed him, but he saw me. He started running his mouth and we ended up fighting. I didn’t want to leave knowing you were there and if he found you who knows what he would have done to you.” he explained in a hushed tone. I shook my head.

“That wasn’t your call to make.” I said cursing to myself now. “I was meeting with Akaza.”

His entire body tensed, his eyes looking almost hurt.

“Why?” he asked. I sighed.

“Look it’s my business okay. It had nothing to do with your gang or whatever. It was just something between he and I.” I replied. Kyojuro winced some looking me over now and then away.

“Were you two meeting to… fuck?” he asked. My face twitched with annoyance.

“Why is that the first thing you’d think about?” I asked. He stiffened and looked away.

“Word had already gotten around that Akaza had a girlfriend on campus. Of course, that information could have been useful to us.” he said lowly. Now I looked at him with concern.

“In what way?” I asked.

“If he kept giving us shit, we would just find his girlfriend and intimate her or something, make her convince him to back off on certain business…” he said. I leaned back some.

“Intimidate… you were going to hurt this woman if you found her.” I concluded. Kyojuro shook his head.

“Nothing crazy I promise. Shinobu told me you two were fucking at first but then you broke it off. She assured me you two weren’t dating.” he said almost shyly. Now I looked him over with a hint of mild disgust.

“So, if we were meeting to just fuck, what was your plan?” I asked. Kyojuro sighed.

“To talk you out of it. You don’t need to be involved with a guy like Akaza even if it’s just for sex.” he said. I tensed now frowning heavily.

“Says who? I can fuck who ever I want, Kyojuro. There were no issues of us fucking before. I told Shinobu and Mitsuri that I wouldn’t bring him around the apartment, and I meant that. But what I have going on, I planned to hash things out tonight, but you had to go and ruin things. Now Akaza probably think I set him up for him to get jumped. Now once again, I have to try and make amends to ensure I don’t get hurt through all of this, and if he decides to believe me on the condition we keep fucking then that may be my only choice, because of you!” I said trying to move past him.

However, he took hold of my shoulders and held me in place against the locker. I gasped as he stared at me with a blank stare.

“Let me fix this.” he said. I scoffed.

“You can’t fix this!” I said.

“You cannot be involved in Akaza or anyone in his gang, associating with them will only make things worse for you by other shady people thinking you associate with them. If you’re truly desperate to get your pussy stuffed, I’d be more than happy to oblige.” he said leaning to me some, as he spoke a smirk spreading on his lips. I tensed at his words, thinking I had never thought something so lewd could come from his lips. He wants me to stop fucking Akaza and fuck him. See now that he’s telling me to stop doing something, I kind of wanted to do that thing now.

However, I came up and smacked him, not hard, but just enough to knock some sense into him. His eyes showed a mixture of shock and excitement.

“How dare you try and insert yourself into my business and basically screw me over! You’ve probably just made things a lot worse for me now and I have to figure out how to handle it. You’re a gang member, Kyojuro Rengoku and that’s your business. But I cannot ever be in a situation like this with you again.” I said. I could tell he seemed to be deep in thoughts over my words and suddenly his eyes perked up, happiness flooding them.

“I know how to fix this! You be my girlfriend; I claim you then Akaza can’t touch you. You won’t have to deal with him anymore!” he said. I stumbled over my words wondering if he even heard a single thing I had said after stating he couldn’t fix this! He had to be just as crazy as Akaza.

“Wh-why huh? Kyojuro I am not looking for a relationship. I enjoy being able to fuck who I want, when I want, where I want and how I want.” I explained. Suddenly, I feel something pushing into my crotch and I squeaked glancing down and noticing the erection pressing into me. I looked up at him seeing a darkness in his eyes as he suddenly pushed into me, settling between my body so that his body was between mine giving his crotch free access to press up against mine and slowly he started to grind into me. I let out a whimper at the feeling. I hadn’t warned panties, because I was half inclined to believe I’d be having sex with Akaza to ensure I could keep the peace between he and I.

“So, you can have me. You can fuck me when you want, where you want, and how you want. My body is yours, Yara. Ever since the day we were first introduced, I found you very beautiful. I think about you quite a lot actually. You’re the first thought I think about when I wake up, and the last before I sleep.” he purred in my ear, his hot breath making me gasp as I feel his lips bite down on the shell of my ear. His hands now move to take hold of my hips to hold me in place as he continues to press up into me. My body began to tingle at the sensations, my nipples hardening once he lets out a low moan that was now imprinted into my brain. “Every time I fuck my hand, I’m thinking it’s your pussy sucking me in, trying to milk my cock for all it’s got.”

Fuck this was not the time for this! However I could feel my mind going fuzzy, my body enjoying the movements pressed up against it.

“Let me claim you Yara, and then all your troubles will be over. You won’t have to deal with the Kizuki, my gang life won’t interfere with us. I’ll be all yours to take what you want, and you’ll be all mine to take what I want.” He growls his hands coming up to slide down my leggings.

I feel his hand dip inside and he growls, but it’s angry.

“No panties, huh? Guess you really did feel like you had no choice to give yourself to fucking Akaza.” he pants heavily. I bite my lip feeling his lips now peppering light kisses down to my neck, and I feel his teeth sink into the side just as two fingers entered my drenched entrance. I moaned out heavily feeling my muscles tighten around his fingers. His teeth sink further on my neck, and I felt he broke the skin and slowly licked over the throbbing spot.

“Oooh you’re so wet, Yara. You’re practically pouring out on me.” he said as he began to pump his fingers into me evenly. I grip his shoulders tight, meanwhile hearing the clinking sounds of his belt coming undone and the zipping of his pants coming on done. Were we really going to do this here? What were the pros and cons of this?

Akaza would be pissed I didn’t meet him! Now Kyojuro would be a constant in my life, but he’d offer protection! Kyojuro was attractive enough that I would have considered sleeping with him if this were any other situation! I was thinking too much, my mind lost to my thoughts before I realized his mushroom head was at my entrance and I looked down watching as he thrust right up into me. My walls ached and I gasped sharply at the feeling. Kyojuro grunted low.

“Fuuuck.” he replied before setting a violent pace rutting up into me. His cock was so big and girthy, I did not expect this!

 This locker was big enough for us to move, more so for him to pound into me. I cried out, feeling my muscles stretch more to fit him. My arms wrapped around his neck, and I cried out as Kyojuro pinned me further into the wall.

“*pant* *pant* Train me Yara… train me to please and worship your body as I will train you to worship mine. I’ll never do anything you don’t like and only the things you do like!” he moaned as he thrusts with such force. My entire body was on fire from the pace, and I cried out more holding him close to me before suddenly his lips crash into mine, his tongue forcing its way into my mouth. I can taste bits of blood from his busted lip enter my moist cave.

I moan into him, our tongues moving up on each other, our lips sucking on the other. This was already so much, and it was good! It was so fucking good!

“So big!” I cried out.

“You’ll stretch to fit me, but you’re taking me in so well already! You pussy will mold around my cock to only fit me!” he said through heavy pants and moans. I gripped his jacket harder feeling his cock starting to kiss my cervix. I was shivering heavily, feeling myself unable to form coherent thoughts. “So tight and velvety! I can see why Akaza is obsessed with getting you back beneath him again! But that’s all the past!”

He grunted and growled holding me tighter against him and I feel my arms pull him into me. I feel one of his hands reach over his shoulder to grab my arm and slide his hand over mine so his hand could curl into mine.

“Has he ever cum inside any part of you?” he asked. I shook my head wildly feeling my limit was reaching the harder he pushed against my sweet spot.

“Good. Then I will start our claiming of each other, by truly claiming your pussy now!” he said through clenched teeth, eyes shutting tight and his movements becoming more erratic and desperate.

“I’m gonna cum!” I whimper out, and he pressed his forehead into mine.

“Me too! Let’s cum together!” he moans and after three more sharp thrusts I feel my orgasm hit me so hard that I yell out, my body shaking as I feel Kyojuro shoot a hot load up inside me. I feel pure bliss inside my gushing walls. He moaned into my neck as he pushed his cock deep into me and held himself there. My legs shook violently, and I held him closer to me now for a moment. Oh fuck! I whimpered softly feeling his cock slide out of me and when I saw his face, I saw nothing but joy and content.

“That was amazing. Tomorrow you and I can go to the walk-in clinic and get tested. I trust you, but it’s always safe to be responsible. If you want, I’ll also buy you a plan-B.” he offered. I was stunned at his words not expecting any of that. I trusted my copper IUD to prevent pregnancy, but I nodded all the same unable to form a complete sentence at the moment.

“Okay.” I replied. He kissed the top of my forehead.

“Come on, let’s get cleaned up and go meet our friends!” he said happily. I knew before this night was over, we definitely needed to establish some boundaries and rules! Because one things for certain and two things for sure I would not be joining this gang and if having to have Kyojuro’s protection meant that, then this would be the first and last time he’d ever have his hands on me like this.

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Bark like you want it!- Ch. 2~AU Demon Slayer~

Doma wrapped his arm around my neck and around my hip pressing his back to the wall closest to him. I squealed feeling everything against my bottom and I let out a scream only for his hand to snap shut over my mouth.

“Ssshh don’t scream pretty girl, we only want to talk.” he moaned from the friction of my body struggling a bit against his which in turn pushed my ass against his shaft. When I refused to stop moving, I feel a heavy, wet palm against my pubic bone and now I was still as Kokushibo’s fingers began to curl into my pubic hair and he gave a slight warning tug. I whimpered now, staring at him with defiance, but I gave in and remained very still. The water drenched our bodies, Kokushibo’s hair stretching out over his body as he just stared at me.

“If you’re calm, Doma will remove his hand.” he said lowly, the deepness of his tone made me shiver some. I just looked him over with my eyes and gave the slightest of nods. Doma’s hand slid over my lips and rest back against my neck.

“What do you want?” I asked, noticing Kokushibo never released my pubic hair.

“We were just worried is all.” Doma said, and I could hear the smile in his voice.

“Why are you ignoring Akaza?” Kokushibo asked. Now I gave him a ‘what the hell’ kind of look.

“Seriously?” I asked.

“You’re ignoring his texts, his calls, keeping your distance from him in class.” Kokushibo told. Did these three forget that said man was going to go balls deep in my ass not even a few weeks ago!

“You two seem to forget the fight you all had weeks ago and what your friend was going to do to me for not wanting to be his fuck buddy anymore.” I bit back.

“Aww Akaza was just playing around. He’d never violate you in such a public space, those moments are for private places. That’s why we were there to make sure things didn’t get out of hand.” Doma cooed, and I scowled feeling his hip gently jerk against my bottom. Bullshit!

“What is your relationship with the Hashira?” Kokushibo asked.

“I don’t know what that means?” I asked feeling his grip on my pubic hair lighten only to trail further south toward my wet opening. I tensed, frowning some.

“The Hashira Gang run by Kagaya Ubuyashiki has been enemies with our gang, the Kizuki since the beginning-”

“No no no don’t tell me anything about whatever group you both are in. I don’t want to know -nngghh!” I whimpered feeling a long middle finger push into my entrance, my walls immediately clutching down on the intruder. Kokushibo leaned forward with a frown.

“I don’t like being interrupted.” he said in warning, his finger curling into me now as he pushed deeper. I hissed lowly feeling my muscles ache as he set a low pace.

“Stop.” I said through clenched teeth feeling my body tense.

“I’m trying, but your pussy won’t let me go. It may want more.” the older purred pushing another finger inside me, and immediately I feel my body push back as if to get away from the fingers. However, I’m met with a long moan in my ear.

“Oh wow! Your ass feels so good on my dick, Yara!” the man swooned rubbing his hips further against my cheeks as if trying to settle his shaft between my ass. Kokushibo smirked pressing his fingers deeper into me, and my stomach immediately tightens as I let out a gentle whimper.

“She’s got a cute body doesn’t she Doma?” Kokushibo asked with a smirk. I now feel the arm around my neck loosen and lower to my breasts, Doma’s middle finger moving gently on my right areola.

“Mmm she does! Her breasts are so plump. She has big areolas too! Wow!” he swooned. His finger mixed with the heat of the shower was making my breasts tingle and slowly my right nipple hardened up in front of Kokushibo. I could feel my insides tingling too as Kokushibo began to pick up speed with his fingers as well as Doma humping the space between my ass cheeks. I could hear him panting lowly behind me. My entire body felt warm, and I thought about using this moment to fight, but these two men are strong. Things could go from… this to violence like with Akaza.

“Stop it okay enough! What do you two want from me!” I asked my voice cracking as I feel Kokushibo’s free hand guide my hand toward his now fully erect cock. My fingers wrapped around his girthy shaft, and he guided my hand up and down on him. After a few seconds, he released my hand to move on its own and used it to run circles around my throbbing clit. We both let out a low moan.

Oh shit he’s pulsing in my hand!

Now all three of us were taking pleasure from the other, the bathroom filled pants, moans, and low grunts.

“We want you to, oh fuck, go back to Akaza and hang out with us again.” Doma moaned. “We miss your company." His hips were moving faster against me which spurred my hand to jerk Kokushibo off which fueled him to pump his fingers faster inside my drenched opening.

Doma’s hand now fully fondled and groped my breast while tugging at my nipple. I let out a heightened whimper feeling the sensations building up in my vagina. I could feel both cocks twitching on my hand and ass.

“What! If Akaza is that mmm desperate for a fuck I’m sure he has no problems finding another willing partner!” I pant. Doma immediately pinches my nipple hard causing a jolt of pleasure to shoot up inside me. I moan hard feeling my legs squeeze close some.

“Akaza doesn’t want another partner. He wants you!” he pants.

“So tonight, you will text him, *pant* you will see him, *pant* and you will fuck him!” Kokushibo replied. The feelings were too much. My pussy was feeling too many sensations. I shook my head and bit my lip hard moaning down at the ground as my orgasm hits me.

“Fuck I’m cumming!” Doma moaned out, and I feel warm heat shoot up on my ass cheeks and lower back all the while Kokushibo grunts heavily as he shoots ropes of cum onto my thighs. My legs were trembling a bit. I feel both cocks softening and I remove my hand from the man in front of me.

Kokushibo smirked bringing his two fingers up to view. The creamy substance on his fingers made me blush and look away. He smirked and placed the fingers in his mouth rolling his tongue over his long digits.

“Wow she came that much. Good girl.” Doma praised and I scowled.

“If you don’t reach out to Akaza tonight, things will start to become more complicated than they have to be for you.” he threatens. I winced.

“So, this is what he does, sends his friends to scare me?” I asked. Kokushibo shook his head.

“He doesn’t even know we’re here.” He said. I feel Doma’s arm around my waist tighten.

“You see Yara, the Kizuki are a family. We would do anything for each other’s happiness…anything. Akaza hasn’t be happy without you and we can’t have any member being unhappy. Even if it’s just fucking you that makes him happy, is good enough for us.” he said. I shivered at his words and looked away. I didn’t like the sinister tone in the man’s voice.

“Okay, fine whatever.” I said. I feel Kokushibo’s hand grip my cheeks and force me to look at him.

“I want to hear you say it.” he demands.

“I will reach out to him.” I said.

“Tonight.” he pushed.

“Tonight.” I confirmed.

“Oh wonderful! He’ll be so happy to hear from you.” Doma said and the two men released me, exiting the bathroom. I listen to their footsteps fade as they exit the bathroom. My body is trembling as I looked down at the shower floor watching the mixture of juices slide carelessly down the drain.

“Fuck!” I snapped. What did I get myself into? I showered off and took one of the shuttles back to my apartment.

How was I going to avoid those people now? It’s bad enough I’m rooming with members of this Hashira gang, but now fucking Akaza has some weird obsession with me that apparently goes further than just sex. It was literally sex! Ugh how can you get attached from it. We both clearly agreed it meant nothing! I checked my phone noticing I still had some unread messages from Akaza and a few other unknown messages. I checked them.

Akaza: Yara please talk to me! I’m sorry for how I acted on campus! I would never truly force myself on you like that!

Akaza: Your pretty ass was never in any danger! I would never violate your pretty bottom like that! I was just trying to scare you! Yes, I know I put a knife to your neck, but I wasn’t going to use it honest! I know I said I’d enter you dry but you know I’d always prepare you first before bottoming out! I’d never want you in any pain!

Akaza: Can’t we just meet up and talk about this? I enjoy your company, and I don’t want to give up what we have!

Unknown Number: Hey Yara, it’s Doma! Akaza’s been really down in the dumps lately and I’m sure hearing back from you would make his entire world! He’s very sorry for how he acted, but you know how a man gets when he likes a woman! You really should have set more boundaries with him!

Unknown Number: Hey it’s Ume! Stop ignoring Akaza already! I’m so tired of hearing him complain about why you won’t answer his texts or calls! He cares about you, he likes you, and he wants you! Stop playing with his feelings and answer him already!!

Unknown Number: Hey it’s Gyutaro. Stop being a cocktease and get back with Akaza already. Yes, he fucked up, yes, he can be an ass, but he apologized! He won’t do it again as long as you don’t upset him! This can be a lot easier for you if you just apologize for ignoring him! Everyone misses your company so drop the high and mighty act and come back.

These people have some nerve! I saved all their numbers just so they wouldn’t try and use other numbers to reach out to me. Once I was at my apartment, I opened the door to the sound of giggling from a voice I wasn’t familiar with. I walked into the living room and noticed Mitsuri sitting with Tengen and three women I had never met before. Said three women were all curled up on the large man. Mitsuri smiled at me.

“Hey Yara!” she said. I smiled.

“Hey. Hi Tengen.” I replied. Tengen waved.

“Yo! Hey these are my beautiful girlfriends: Makio, Suma, and Hinatsuru. Girls this is Mitsuri and Shinobu’s roommate Yara!” he said. We said hello to each other, and I moved over to the fridge to grab a bottle of water. Mitsuri approached.

“Hey how are you feeling?” she asked lowly, and I nodded.

“I’m fine.” I replied wishing she’d stop asking. But Mitsuri was such a worrier. She nodded.

“Good. Um, we’re going to go out later to the student game lounge if you’d like to join?” she asked. I looked up in thought. I really should not be seen in public with these guys. I didn’t want anyone to think I was a part of their little gang.

“That does sound like fun. But I do have to hit the library tonight and study. But I’ll text you when I’m done and if you’re still hanging out, I’ll come join.” I replied. Her eyes sparkled happily.

“Really, that’s great! Okay.” she replied.

“Hey Yara, those Kizuki fucks haven’t given you any trouble, have they?” Tengen asked suspiciously. Okay, so we are just going to discuss gang stuff out in the open then. I looked at him and smiled, my legs squeezing shut gently.

“Kizuki… um no.” I replied with a smile.

“Good. Cause if they do you let me know and we’ll handle them.” he said. I gave a nervous chuckle.

“Oh, you don’t need to worry about me. I don’t want anyone going through any trouble for me. Best not to involve you in any of my drama.” I said.

“Nonsense, you live with Mitsuri and Shinobu and so you’re protected by all in the Hashira gang! Hell, if you’re lucky and date a Hashira, you’ll automatically be initiated into the gang and will have our loyalty for life! How flashy is that!” he said. I felt a knot form in my stomach immediately, but I shook my head and smiled.

“Thanks for that Tengen.” I replied.

“Tengen you’re making her nervous! You didn’t need to say all of that! Not everyone wants to be in a gang!” Makio said pulling at the man’s cheek.

“Ow ow ow! Okay sorry!” he said. I gave a sigh of relief for the woman’s words before heading to my room. I laid on my bed for a bit thinking of what I should do. It’s clear Akaza won’t leave me alone, that he’s obviously obsessed with my body then actually having a relationship with me. What are my options? If I sleep with him again act like everything’s well then that means he and his friends will cling to me again, people will see, and word will get back to these Hashira. I can’t do anything to jeopardize my living situation.

Just how dangerous are the Hashira even? I don’t want to be on bad terms with anyone. I just want to do my own thing! I looked down at my crotch.

“You just had to enslave some dick, didn’t you?” I groaned. What if I did just go to Shinobu and tell her what happened? Would there be some retaliation? No, I’m not in a gang, there’s no reason for either gang to be involved with me or be concerned with my safety. Maybe I should set better ground rules with Akaza and just fuck him in a hotel where no one will see us? No, he won’t keep his mouth shut. He’s already told everyone I was his girl.

Damn him!

I needed to figure this out and soon before night came. If I don’t reach out, I was sure to have another run in with Doma or worse Kokushibo and next time they might not do the easy way.

Within the next few hours, I could hear the front door opening and more noise roll in. I was in the middle of changing and preparing to go to the library.

“Is Yara here?” I could hear Kyojuro boom.

“Yeah, she’s in her room.” Shinobu replied. I didn’t hear much else. I was sliding on some leggings when I heard a knock at the door. I pulled my hair back making sure my bra was fastened and now moving through my closet to find a shirt.

“Who is it?” I asked.

“Yara it is I Kyojuro!” he called.

“One moment.” I replied throwing on a super soft red v-neck shirt before moving to the door and opening it to see the smiling fiery haired man.

“Yara, hello!” he said happily. I smiled.

“Hello.” I replied.

“How are you doing!” he gushed.

“Very well thank you. You?” I asked.

“Better now that I’m here. We are going to the gaming lounge tonight. Will you be joining us?”  he asked. I looked him over and he mirrored my actions.

“Possibly. I need to study for a bit at the library, but I plan to catch up after.” I replied.

“Of course! School comes first before fun.” he said.

“Depends on the fun.” I teased. I noticed a look on his face that immediately vanished before he chuckled.

“I see. Well, I hope you can join us. How are you feeling after your incident with Akaza?” he asked a bit serious this time. “Is he giving you trouble?”

I shook my head.

“I’m fine, Kyojuro. You don’t need to check on me. I’d much rather forget it happened and learn to move on from it. I know they’re a part of a gang and I know you’re all a part of a gang. I don’t want to worry you all anymore on this.” I said stepping forward to close my door. He nodded.

“Yes… of course.”

“Anyways, maybe I’ll see you later.” I replied and left the apartment. The library has five floors, the top floor being the quietest and most deserted due to construction. There was only one study room open, and I managed to lock it down for my study session. I was on the elevator waiting to reach the top, sighing gently as I pulled out my phone. I looked at the messages again before sighing and sending a text.

Me: Let���s talk. I’m at the library. 5th floor come alone.

Akaza: Meet you there in ten.

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Bark like you want it! - Ch. 1~AU Demon Slayer~

Yara wants to enjoy her college life, studying and fucking and living her best life. However she keeps getting caught between a rock and a lot of hard places when the Kizuki gang and the Hashira gang get involved in her life. So she fucked Akaza, okay and! And Kyojuro may want to drill her until she over flows with his seed. Sure! But can't they just leave her alone after that? Fuck, can't ALL of them stop bothering her!

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Freshman and sophomore year of college were pretty straight forward, but when I became a junior, things started to become complicated for me and I didn’t know how to back out of it.

I was pretty content being single and having my fun. My student apartments were pretty relaxed too even for me being new to them. My roommates, Shinobu and Mitsuri were very welcoming. I kept to myself mostly and the two respected my privacy as I did theirs. They always had friends over, but I never left my room to meet them. I didn’t even have classes with them which was fine too.

When class was over, I hit the school gym, showered then came home to study. Sometimes I’d get tea or coffee somewhere in between.

Somehow along the way, I caught the attention of a student in one of my classes, Akaza. He has beautiful eyes and a way with words which made me more attracted to him. We went out for a few drinks, and I made it clear I have no intentions of dating. I didn’t need the titles and he was fine with that.

“Oh, fuck Yara! Your pussy is so fucking tight it feels like it’s going to devour me!” he growled as I bounced my body hard and fast on him. He holds my hips hard.

“Yeah, you like how my pussy feels around your big dick!” I panted as I felt my walls locking around him with each gushing movement. I could really get him screaming.

“Ngggh fuck yeesss!” he yells as he jackhammers up into me.

After he violates my clit, we’re both howling with intense pleasure. We’d collapse in the bed as one sweaty mess. But once I come down from the delicious high, I was dressed and gone.

Now he was becoming an annoying pest who refused to respect my boundaries. If I was reading in the courtyard on the grass, he’d come and join. But not just him, he’d invite his friends Doma, Kokushibo, Ume, and her brother Gyutaro.

“Fellas meet my girl, Yara!” he introduced.

“More like a lover, not his girl.” I corrected immediately. Yet they embraced me like their own against my will. They all clung to me, Akaza specifically.

I pushed him against the nearest building wall when his friends finally separated from us.

“Are you crazy? Why would you introduce me like that?” I asked. He smirked.

“Why not, it’s quite an honor to be labeled my girl.” he said with a purr. I frowned.

“We both agreed we’d just fuck nothing more nothing less.” I hissed.

“Well can’t change it now. Besides being labeled as my girl gets you protection in the gang.” he said. I stiffened immediately at his words.

“The fuck are you talking about?” I asked. He looked up almost innocently.

“Did I not mention that? Yeah, we’re just a gang of misfits is all! Nothing to worry about!” he said. I was immediately turned off, not liking this at all.

“Stay the fuck away from me.” I replied and walked around him.

“Yara, come on!” he whined but I was already on my way home.

Once I arrived back to my apartment, I could see Mitsuri and Shinobu sitting on the couch in the living room with… Shinobu’s sister Kanae? She was a senior I had met in passing. She was nice just like her sister. I smiled.

“Hey all. Kanae nice to see you again.” I replied putting my bag down noticing the looks of worry on their faces. I looked at them all. “What’s wrong?”

“PLEASE DON’T TELL ME IT’S TRUE!” Mitsuri cried out suddenly rushing up and taking my hands shaking them.

“Wha-” I was so confused. Kanae looked at me sternly standing up and approaching me. I watched her confused.

“Yara. I would like to ask you something and I want you to answer me honestly.” she said. I shrugged.

“What?” I asked now growing worried.

“Is it true you are dating Akaza?” she asked. Now my face dropped.

“Ugh, no! He and I are not dating at all! Geez word spreads fast.” I replied. Mitsuri sniffled.

“R-really you meant it?” she asked. I nodded.

“I mean it. We sleep together now and then, but that’s it. I made it perfectly clear I do not want a relationship with him or anyone else.” I snapped.

Shinobu joined her sister.

“Good. We have no reason to request this of you, but since you are our roommate, I must ask you to never bring him or his friends to this apartment or tell them where you live.” she said.

“Shinobu what is going on, you’re scaring me?” I asked worriedly.

“Let’s just say those guys don’t get along with our gang.” Shinobu said. My eyebrow flexed.

“What- gang!” I blurted.

“Exactly that.” Kanae said. “Yara, please promise us you won’t bring him to the apartment.” she said. I nodded.

“Okay, I won’t. I broke things off with him already.” I replied. There was a knock on the door and Mitsuri squealed happily.

“That must be the boys and Obanai with the pizza!” she called happily. I looked at the two sisters worriedly wondering exactly who I was rooming with. But they both smiled sweetly now.

If I wasn’t mistaken from the constant conversations and moaning from heated passion, Obanai was dating Mitsuri, Sanemi was dating Kanae, there was Giyu who was with Shinobu, and I think that was it. Two other men have been around before, a large man by the name of Tengen who, I heard was dating three women at once, and a fiery blonde with red tipped hair who went by Kyojuro. He definitely liked to stare at me whenever I had to enter the common areas for something. He was always smiling with those big bug eyes of his.

“Good evening Yara, you look nice today!”

“Yara good morning, I trust you slept well. I’m making breakfast for everyone as our movie night has ended. Help yourself!”

“Hello, Yara how are your studies going!”

“Hi beautiful.” Obanai said giving Mitsuri a peck on the lips before entering the house. “I’ve got the food.”

“And I’ve got the drinks!” Tengen boomed as he followed in behind him.

“And I have the horror movies- Oh Yara, hello!” Kyojuro said, tone transitioning from happy to downright excited. Obanai and Tengen gave polite smiles.

“Yara.” They said in unison. I smiled and waved respectfully at everyone however now I was worried about exactly who these men were. What gang were they even in?

“Hello guys.” I replied moving to pick my backpack up and head to my room.

“Oh, Yara wait why don’t you join us! You bought all the stuff we’re going to eat off of!” Mitsuri said as she placed some paper plates down on the table. I had restocked with plastic plates, cups and utensils for their get togethers. It felt odd not contributing in some way to an area we all shared so sometimes I would bring stuff in like groceries.

I smiled warmly and shook my head.

“I don’t want to be an added wheel. This is you all’s thing I don’t want to intrude.” I said feeling my phone vibrate in my pocket. I looked to see it was Akaza.

“Come oooover. I need your plump ass on my cock like yesterday!”

“No.” I merely replied and tucked my phone in my pocket.

“Are you sure. We just want you to feel like you’re a part of the group.” Shinobu said. No, I don’t want to be a part of any group!

*vibrate vibrate*

“I’ll eat it from the baaack. No strings attached!!”

I had to bite back the groan that almost left me. He’s so good at eating me out from the back too. I tucked my phone away into my pocket and looked at Shinobu.

“Alright, what movie are you all watching?” I asked. I ignored Kyojuro fist bumping in the air quietly.

“Freddy vs. Jason!” Tengen said happily draping his arm around my shoulder. Damn his arm was heavy. I nodded.

“Okay let me just set my things down in my room.” I replied. Shinobu smiled happily and Mitsuri clapped.

“Yay!” she cheered.

I dressed in a t-shirt and shorts and watched as the boxes of pizza were opened. Sanemi looked at me and motioned for me to get a slice, but I said everyone can get food first and I’d get my food last.

“You are such a sweetheart!” Mitsuri claimed and I chuckled.

“It’s always expected in my home for guests and children to feed themselves first.” I replied.

“Nonsense, please get your food.” Kyojuro said, and I shook my head.

“I insist.” I said politely. He crossed his arms.

“Not until you go first.” he said. Stop being difficult!

“Well will someone get food so we can start the damn movie!” Sanemi complained. That’s when I realized everyone was sitting at a spot in the living room pizza on a plate and a plastic cup on a coaster. I looked at Kyojuro who only smiled waiting for me to get a slice.

I caved and got my food and sat down. Throughout the movie my phone was vibrating so much I put it on silent. Akaza sure was persistent. I had hoped my glancing at my phone went unnoticed as I felt rude for looking at it so many times during the movie.

I’d like to think it all ended there with everyone, but it did not. Akaza came looking for me on campus and cornered me in between the science and communications building while Dumo and Kokushibo stood watch at the entrance. I should have been afraid of the dark look in his eyes, but I wasn’t. I know that there are men out there who couldn’t or wouldn’t take rejection well and I learned Akaza was one of them. The stories I’ve heard about women falling victim to these assholes used to scare me, but now if anything it pissed me off because of their audacity.

“Just who the hell do you think you ignoring me like I don’t exist!” he snarled, all the while I glared up at him.

“Who am I, the girl who had your dick in a vice grip with how much you’d cum in me. Is that why you’re pissy?” I asked, and before I knew it my cheek was pushed hard into the building wall, and a hand had gone right up my dress and beneath my panties.

“Don’t act so high and mighty like you didn’t enjoy my dick grinding deep into your guts.” he snarled, and I cried out feeling a finger push pass the ring of muscles of my asshole.

“GET OFF OF ME!” I shouted, but my mouth is covered too quickly, and his body pushes up on me. Akaza whips his head to Doma who just gave a thumbs up. Nobody heard me. Fuck!

I then feel the slight sting of a cut as I realize a blade was to my neck and I stilled, glaring as I refused to give this man my fear.

“I wanted our first time in your ass to be beautiful. You have no idea how many times I’ve cum to the thought of your tight ass around me.” he purred in my ear. With his finger gone, I feel a breeze against my bottom as I realize he’s pulled my panties down and further parted my legs with his own. I feel something firm prodding and poking at my ass now.

“Beg for it.” he pants in my ear, breath hot and causing shivers to shoot up my spine and I shook my head, my skin cut from the wall, and I taste blood in my mouth from my teeth cutting the inside of my cheek.

“You don’t deserve my begging.” I mumbled and he moaned.

“Guess we’re going to have to do this dry- mmph!”

He doesn’t finish his sentence, and I just close my eyes for a second hearing an obvious scuffle. I hear grunts and fighting.

“Get his fucking legs!” I hear… Kyojuro threaten. But I just remain still, eyes closed, body shaking. I peak my eyes open briefly to see Sanemi and Tengen throwing hands with Doma and Kokushibo. I feel knuckles against my ankles, someone’s taking hold of my panties, and I whimper out now thinking someone else was going to have their way with me. And I’m too deathly afraid to move now. But the panties are slid up my legs and being gently secured over my bottom. I feel a warmer body against my body, hands sliding up my hips and over the small of my back until they’re finally on my shoulders giving them a gentle squeeze.

“You’re safe now, Yara.” he says lowly in my ear.

I thought I could believe him when he said that. I mean he just saved my life, right? Boy, could I have been more wrong.

After that fight, Kyojuro made sure I got back to my apartment safe. Shinobu and Mitsuri were all over me asking if I was okay and how my bottom felt. That was Mitsuri.

Kyojuro checked in on me and although I was grateful for his help, I wanted to force myself to forget and move on. That didn’t stop him from checking in on me and even texting me. Mitsuri gave him my number which I was heavily pissed about. I would thank him for his help, but I wanted to push both groups from my mind and distance myself because it was evident I was too close, if either by fucking one gang member or rooming with the enemy gang members. I didn’t want to be associated with either group if I could help it.

So why were both groups acting like creepy ass clingy significant others!

As I finished my work out, I moved upstairs to the locker rooms which had large showers. I removed my sweaty clothes and pinned my curls up sighing happily as the water poured down on me. It was nice and serene, and I let my hands run over my breasts quietly washing them. However, the sound of curtains ripping open made me yelp as I saw the smiling face of Doma and the disinterested glare of Kokushibo.

“Ah there you are! The woman we’ve been looking for!” Doma said happily and immediately my eyes went straight down to their bare bodies, cocks half erect and looking at me.

“Hey, why are you in here and naked- HEEEY!” I screeched as both men stepped inside, Kokushibo pulling the curtains close behind them.

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The Orisha and the Hashira-Ch.24

Kyojuro arrived at the square with hard eyes looking down at the bodies on the ground. He was stunned to see how shriveled up their flesh looked as if all the water were drained from their bodies. He looked out in the distance trying to find any traces of Ayo. However, he could feel a pulse moving through his body, pulling him almost. He followed it immediately.

Was she hurt? Why did he let her leave alone? He saw her familiar form standing beside the river beneath the bridge. He didn’t smell any blood around the area. He approached her immediately.

Ayo’s POV

I stared at the water, watching as it trickled along calmly. The fish that moved beneath the water brought me content. They had no worries about anything. I feel his presence, he’s close.

“Ayo.” I hear Kyojuro finally call out, and I turn to look at him.

“Kyojuro.” I replied.

So now we were before each other. I killed those men. I took human life and now it has come to this. He doesn’t look upset, or angry. His body is not even tense or cautious. His arms rested at his sides, no indication he plans to put his hand on his sword as he approached. The closer he approaches the more I tilt my head up some to look at him. He looked men over now.

“Are you alright?” he asked. I let out a gentle sigh before nodding.

“Yes.” I replied in a collective tone. I was waiting, waiting for the anger to show. He finally looked up at me.

“What happened?” he asked worriedly. I looked down and turned back to the water watching more as the water flowed so gently. He took a few more steps until his body was touching mine as if to show me comfort. I feel his hand find its way into mine.

“They wanted revenge against you for what you did to their friend the last time we were together here. They raised their swords against me and threatened to hang me from the highest tree by the neck until I was dead.” I said with no emotion in my voice. I feel his hand tighten around mine suddenly, a low growl escaping his lips. Now I do sense the anger, his body shaking some. “They came at me and so I removed the water from their bodies. I will not apologize for killing them. I will not apologize for wiping them from the face of the earth.”

In this moment I did not know what to expect as Kyojuro’s response. I was waiting for him to say something along the lines of using other methods to incapacitate them. I could have done anything else other than take their lives. I could not understand anyone’s position to preserve human life at all costs, even the vilest of humans. I then feel his face press into the back of my head, and I gasped gently looking down at the ground mildly facing him.

“You did what you had to do without being brutal. They were going to kill you, you had to defend yourself. Had you not been there, they may have seen Senjuro and tried to take their revenge against me out on him. You protected him too. If anything were to have happened to either of you, I would have put those men in the ground myself.” he said. Even his voice was trembling. I finally turned and faced him, a warm smile appearing on his lips, and I nodded slowly as he embraced me hard. I raised my arms and held him tight to me happy he was not mad. Moments later the Kakushi came and got rid of the bodies.

Kyojuro and I returned to his estate where Senjuro was waiting at the gate with fear in his eyes. However, when he saw us, his eyes widened.

“Ayo, brother!” he called out and ran to us. However, he ran a straight line to me, his arms out, tears flowing down his cheeks. He jumped into my arms, and I squeaked out of surprise.

“Oh Ayo, I was so scared! I was so scared I wouldn’t get to brother in time so he could save you.” he cried, and I looked down at him with gentle eyes. Kyojuro smiled as we both placed a hand on his head.

“You did great, Senjuro. I wasn’t hurt at all. I held my own.” I said, and he sniffled some and looked up at me with watery eyes.

“Really? Good!” he exclaimed before hugging me again. I chuckled and nodded patting his head. That evening, when everyone was asleep, I sat outside on the engawa and looked up at the sky. Femi was asleep as was Senjuro.

Kyojuro was also in a deep slumber. I took this moment to think of what we knew about Muzan Kibutsuji. He wants me to birth a hybrid. He wants Bambaataa to be a demon… were these things possible? Are our bodies compatible for such a thing?

It will not be long before Muzan sends another upper rank after me. I was sure he was no longer in Asakusa, now that I shared his location with Lord Ubuyashiki. If he were to get what he desired from us Orisha what would he do next? Use us to take out the demon slayers? Perhaps.

“My lily sneaks away in the night to stare at the moon.”

I smiled looking over at Kyojuro only to see him smiling down warmly at me. I shook my head lightly.

“I couldn’t sleep.” I replied and moved to sit beside me. He took one of my hands and gave my knuckles a gentle kiss.

“You’re troubled. Tell me what’s bothering you.” he said gently. I looked at him with mild worry.

“Kibutsuji wants to use the Orisha to destroy the Demon Slayer Corps.” I said shaking my head gently. “Kyojuro if anything happens to me-”

“Don’t.” he interrupted shaking his head, placing his hand on my cheek gently. “Don’t do that to yourself. Do not put those negative thoughts into the air.” I could feel the pain radiating off his body from this conversation.

“We must talk about it.” I urged and he nodded.

“You’re strong, stronger than all of us Hashira which is why I know you will not fall into his trap.” he said. I hope he is right. I sighed gently and just leaned into him. The next day, the training continued until. We stayed at the estate for six days, until Kyojuro told Tanjiro he, Zenitsu and Inosuke were ready to move on to Muichiro’s estate.

“That’s great! I can’t wait to learn from him! Ayo will you and Femi be coming with us?” he asked. Femi hasn’t seen the Mist Hashira’s estate and truth be told neither have I.

“Maybe. I need to ask Femi. I think he’s helping Senjuro tidy up your kitchen.” I replied.

“HA HA! Ayo may want to stay here a bit longer! There is going to be a hanabi festival in the village tomorrow night with fireworks and food! I am sure both you and Femi would love to see it. Some of the other Hashira may stop by as well.” he boomed. I was stunned by this and smiled widely.

“That sounds like fun!” I replied. Tanjiro’s eyes sparkled.

“A festival!” he boomed.

“Food!” Inosuke boomed right behind him. I chuckled.

“Fireworks?” I hear Femi approach, and I smile placing my hand on his head.

“Maybe this is what everyone needs after all the training you’ve put in.” I replied. Everyone nodded in agreement.

When tomorrow night came, my eyes were connected to the night sky that was lit up by beautiful roaring lights. Femi’s eyes sparkled as he pointed to the sky. He was I a red and black kimono as I was in a blue and white kimono with my hair braided back and together in a tight bun with my blue band around my forehead and my necklace around my neck complimenting my outfit. The village was alive tonight as there were food vendors all over the street. Kyojuro was with me, still with me in his demon slayer outfit.

“Ayo, Kyojuro!” I heard Mitsuri’s voice, and I turn to see her running over to me. Tengen, Obanai and Sanemi were with her. I smiled and hugged her before greeting the others. I then noticed three women were under Tengen’s arms.

“You all made it. Splendid!” Kyojuro boomed.

“I wouldn’t miss a festival like this for the world!” Tengen replied before looking down at the women. “Ladies this is the water Orisha Ayo. Ayo these are my wives Makio, Suma, and Hinatsuru.”

Before I could reply with a greeting, their eyes popped, and Makio immediately pointed dramatically at me.

“Wait she’s the one you wanted to also marry!” she snapped. I was mildly concerned at the outburst until Suma started bawling dramatically.

“Waaahh she’s so gorgeous how could you have failed to introduce us and marry her!” she cried. Now I couldn’t help but smile as Hinatsuru pulled at the large Hashira’s ear.

“Ow ow ow ow! Hey, it’s not my fault. Besides she’s already engaged to Kyojuro!” he yelled. I chuckled.

“It is nice to meet you all.” I replied before introducing Femi to the ladies.

I then looked around.

“Will there be any others with you?” I asked.

“Who knows. I’m just here to buy new robes. There’re many different kinds at these festivals.” Obanai said. Mitsuri gushed.

“Oh, that’s right. Obanai want to come with me to look around?” she asked and the serpent Hashira’s face reddened, but before he could answer, Mitsuri had grabbed his hand and was flying off with him. Sanemi scoffed.

“I ain’t staying too long. I got other things to do then look at some light shows.” he said.

“That’s disappointing. Bambaataa sent a word by crow earlier today asking me to keep you in place so that you and he could spar upon his arrival.” I teased. Sanemi’s eyes widened.

“Okay then, things just got interesting!” he said.

“Femi!” I hear Tanjiro. I see him and a few other boys waving at him. It was obvious they wanted to socialize with my brother. My little brother looked at me and I nodded.

“Have fun.” I merely replied and he smiled and ran off to blend in with the other boys. However, I couldn’t stop the heart clenching feeling of him already being so far away. ‘He will be fine.’

“How about the rest of us get some food, while we wait for the others to get here!” Kyojuro replied after taking my hand. I smiled at him, and we all cheered as we moved back into the festival moving to different vendors trying different foods. I occasionally looked around making sure to see some sight of my brother, but I did not see him.

‘He’s fine. He’s with Tanjiro.’

A large figure began to enter appear parting many of the shorter people.

“Bam!” Tengen called after slurping up some noodles.

“Brother!” I called out as he approached us. Behind him peaked out Shinobu and Muichiro.

“Hey.” he said, face still deadpanned. We pulled them all in and ate together in a group.

“Tasty!” Kyojuro yelled and smiled as we all stood and ate. Brighter and larger fireworks hit the sky and the music that played brought a warmth to my stomach. I danced to the beats and Shinobu happily joined. Sanemi and Bambaataa were talking crap to the other trying to get under the other’s skin.

“Oh, you’d be nothing without that hammer of yours!” Sanemi snapped.

“If I recall, I’ve knocked you on your ass way before that hammer reached my possession.” my brother responded. As I looked around at all the smiling faces of those familiar and not, I started to think about my future here. When Kyojuro and I marry, I will live here amongst these people. Some of them look at me stunned; others look with indifference.

People still whispered but that was okay. If I have children, will they be accepted here? After we ate, Muichiro noticed Tanjiro and Femi and went off to join them. I was just glad to get a view of my brother. Now I watched the fireworks hit the sky and explode and I gasped at all the beautiful colors that painted the night sky.

I noticed bright eyes watching me and I turned to see Kyojuro smiling up at me with warmth and happiness. I smiled and leaned up to press my lips to his.

The next explosion felt closer and louder, and I could feel the intense heat. Now people are screaming. We leaned back and looked around noticing the stampede of people running at us. Our eyes widened as our bodies were being pushed aside.

“Ayo!” I feel Kyojuro yell, his hand gripping mine tighter. He’s so close, I just need to move into him, but he’s knocked from me, and I yell. What the hell is going on! I now begin to look around as I notice building after building was up in flames. The fire danced in my eyes as they widened.

Now I began to search the crowd.

“Femi! FEMI!” I scream as I fight through the crowd. I don’t know what’s going on, but I needed to find my brother. I knew Kyojuro would be fine, if there was a demon he and the other slayers would find it. But I find it first. A pitiful looking creature crawling on the ground crying helplessly.

“Make it stop, make it stop!” he cried out. I waste no time! I remove my spear from the back of my kimono and slice it up headfirst before slicing it all over its body. However, the body doesn’t disintegrate. I watch as the sliced body parts stretch out and form into four figures. My eyes widened as four demons stood before me each with different colored eyes: red, green, yellow and blue all saying upper rank four.

“So, this is an Orisha. I’m not impressed.” the demon with red eyes spat.

“We can’t draw this out! We must hurry before the sun comes out!” the one with yellow eyes replied. I noticed the large wings and talons attached to it.

“To do what we are about to do brings me such sadness.” The saddened blue-eyed demon said.

“Shame I was looking forward to seeing how strong she is.” the green-eyed demon said. I growled.

“You will get your wish now!” I yelled running for them. However, the green-eyed demon stepped forward raising a large leaf like fan and gently fanned it downward at me. My entire body froze as the ground beneath me was gone, and a harsh wind hit me violently sending me through different buildings and into the forest. I feel a jagged burn in my side as something has impaled me. I land violently onto the ground rolling viciously until I land face first into a tree. Blood is pouring from my nose and throat, and I am still as I wait for my brain to stop rattling.

‘Get up… get up!’

I slowly make it to my feet. My ears are ringing, and I look to my left. My vision is blurry. I look down to see a huge, jagged piece of wood in my side. I grab it and immediately pull it out. I hear a guttural noise, and I look up to see fire and large pieces of the earth shooting from the ground and destroying the village. Bambaataa. He is fighting the demon. I must help him. Blood is pouring from my wound, and I remain still so that I could heal.

“AAAHHHH!”

My eyes widened as I look up to the sky and everything in me goes quiet as I see Femi screaming and kicking as the yellow eyed demon has him in his talon.

“AYO!” he cries out. I scream harshly and before I knew it, I squatted and shot up into the air. I moved my hands about, causing water to form around me. I throw my hands forward and let the waves hit the demon. His body tumbles, but he does not release my brother. I follow them, holding my hand out to reach for Femi. He holds his hand out to take mine. He’s so close! However, a force hits me violently and his hand is further away from me. Red eyes are before me kicking me to the ground.

“Keep your eyes on me!” he snarled. I shoot two arcs of water at him as I fall, and he smirks and points the staff in his hand at the water. I notice sparks of electricity shoot out and my eyes widened as the electricity rides the waves all the way down to me and before I know it, my entire body is convulsing violently as I feel the electricity going to my brain.

This power… it’s unlike anything I had ever felt before. I see flashes of different images in my head. My body is seizing now, and I everything is going dark.

You want him back… I’ll trade you for him.

I can hear waves, soft peaceful waves in my ears. Am I at a beach? I open my eyes to see the sun shining down on me. The wind is brisk, but the air is cool.

“Umama!”

“Huh?” I turned and look to see a small toddler running toward me. It’s a boy with plump little legs and his arms out. His skin looks soft and tan, his hair dark with red tips and one white streak.

“Hey. Wait for me!” another small voice calls and I look up to see another small child, a girl, running at me with black curls and a white streak up her hair. However, her eyes are a vibrant red, same as the little boy.

“UMAMA!” they call. I lean over and hold out my arms letting them jump into my arms. I smile warmly at them and raise them into the air. They cling to me and I smell the fresh ocean scent and soot smell on their skin. They look up at me happily.

“Ayo.” I hear another familiar voice, and I look over to see Kyojuro standing there with a worried look.

“Kyojuro, what’s wrong?” I asked. He stared at me with pain in his eyes.

“Are you leaving me to walk this realm alone?” he asked.

I was confused. Why would he ask that?

“Ayo… Ayo!... AYO!”

I gasped hard and coughed violently as I’m immediately caught by Kyojuro. He’s covered in cuts and bruises. He has been fighting. I look around to see the fire around us from the houses and corpses all over the ground while many were crying and screaming. My head is throbbing, and I blink violently looking around a bit more.

I look to see Tengen, yelling but I can’t hear him. I see his wives helping wounded and I look to see Mitsuri, on a stretcher with Kakushi as Obanai is holding her hand crying and yelling. This place looked like a battlefield, and I looked at Kyojuro finally.

“Ayo can you hear me!” his voice enters my head. Now I remember what happened. I finally sat up, but my body is numb, and I can’t move my legs. He grips my face. “CAN YOU HEAR ME!”

“YES!” I scream looking around. “Brother! Bambaataa, Femi!”

I see Shinobu helping other wounded. I do not see either of my brothers. What has happened, where are they! I looked at Kyojuro looking him over and he nods.

“I am alright!” he said. I nodded and looked around some more. I didn’t see any children, any familiar faces.

“Where are they? Where are my brothers?” I asked. I see Bambaataa’s figure coming out of the smoke. His mask was gone, and he was holding up Sanemi’s half body. My mouth dropped as I noticed both men were covered in blood. I looked around some more feeling my heart drop as more panic set inside me. I looked all around now.

“Femi, where is Femi!” I called out before looking at Kyojuro to see the pain in his eyes as he closes them and looks up at the sky with dread. My eyes widened remembering what happened before I was out like a light. The demon… it was flying away with him. Did no one get him! Was no one able to catch him? I shook my head.

“No no no no, Femi! AAHHHH” I yelled pushing from Kyojuro and crawling now toward the direction I remember seeing Femi last in the sky. “FEMI!” I feel Kyojuro’s arms lock around my chest hard and pulled me into him so that my back was pinned to his chest his chest.

“Ayo stop!” he yelled and I screamed even harder, tears pouring down my face as I hold on to his arms. He was gone. Taken by the demon! My eyes burned from my tears.

“No! No please! PLEASE!” I screeched, bawling heavily as I turned to my love and cried and screamed harshly into his chest, holding him hard as he held me gripping my curls and rocking me trying to soothe me. I will kill them. I will kill them all!

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The Orisha and the Hashira-CH.20

Normal POV

Femi had been working on the painting nonstop which worried his big brother. While their sister was on a mission, he took it upon himself to be present. He didn’t like the idea of both older siblings being on missions. Bambaataa watched Femi swing around the air with a wooden sword.

The earth Orisha sat with his legs and arms crossed watching to ensure his little brother was getting rest. Too much painting and focus could lead to a brain bleed, and only his sister could heal such a wound. He was not wearing his tabi socks which gave him access to the earth.

But he was not alone. A certain flame Hashira mimicked his position watching the boy with bright eyes. Bambaataa still did not like the Hashira, but he tolerated him for his sister’s sake. Kyojuro checked all the boxes that would have made him a suitable husband for his sister except one. He wasn’t of the tribe. His father, Ogun, would never approve no matter how strong the Hashira was or how wealthy he was.

Bambaataa is the first son, Ogun’s biggest contribution to the Mother Continent, so it was only natural the earth Orisha got his morals and principles from his father.

“Nice swipe, Femi! Keep a firm grip!” Kyojuro cheered. Femi looked at him and although his mask covered his face, he tilted his head with a gentle hm in response. Bambaataa looked down at the fiery haired man. He was always loud and constantly enthusiastic. How can Ayo stand to be around him? Orisha do not choose their mates, the higher powers do, based on the heart and morals of the Orisha.

So why would they choose someone who was not one of them as a partner for her? His head tilted up some to the sky in thought.

His muscles tightened a bit now and Femi paused in his strike of the air looking out into the same random direction as his brother.

“Ayo.” Bambaataa said lowly. Kyojuro’s attention was caught immediately at his love’s name.

“What is it?” He asked.

“She has opened the energy channels in her body to take control of every particle of water in her immediate vicinity. She must be fighting a very strong demon if she has taken to using this ability.” Femi said. Kyojuro was unsure of what this meant until he noticed Bambaataa standing up and picking up his large hammer, resting on his shoulder.

For an Orisha to open their energy channel, means to heighten their senses and ascend to a higher spiritual form over their human body. As Ayo controls water that means she has complete control of every living beings life. She can use them to fight for her or she can kill them with the blink of an eye. She can call bodies of water to her to flood the area or bring rain from the skies for months. Although she has control of this, Bambaataa knew he had to help his sister.

“If she truly is facing a strong demon, then I will go and help her on the battle field.” he said lazily moving away from the others. Kyojuro was on high alert and took a step after the large man.

“I will come with you!” he said. However, Bambaataa did not response. He walked a few feet out before the earth swallowed him up immediately and he moved through the soil.

Kyojuro winced. If Ayo was in trouble he must go!

“Kyojuro.” Femi said catching the man’s worried expression.

“You must not worry. She will return.” he said, his voice positive as if he were smiling behind his mask. He moved back to using the wooden sword. Kyojuro looked down with concern laced on his face. He raised his hand to gently clutch the spot over his heart.

‘Ayo, please be safe.’

Ayo’s POV

Daki was in my line of sight, but I didn’t see Gyutaro anywhere. Maybe he was attached to her. She used her belt to smack Tanjiro who did his best to stop her attack with his sword. Tengen ran past me.

“I’ll stop her belts, you go for the neck!” He called. Daki turned and snarled.

“Another annoyance! I’ll kill you all!” She roared her belts flying at the sound Hashira. He cut her belts down.

I jumped, tucked my feet in, and shot through the air like lightning jumping over his head. With a harsh scream I spun my body fast and swiping at the demons neck. The attack connected and Daki screamed as her head flew through the air.

“Ayo!” Tanjiro yelled with relief as I landed before him with a crouch. “You’re alright!”

“Where are the other two?” I asked. Tanjiro looked around.

“I- I don’t know!” He said in panic. Tengen joined us, his own swords out.

“They’re helping my wives evacuate the district. They’ll be along shortly. Now we have to find the other demon!” He called out. Tanjiro’s eyes widened.

“What another demon!” he yelled. We were met by a loud wail as we looked over to Daki, her headless body moving about the ground kicking and screaming while her head lied a few inches feet from her.

“HOW DARE YOU CUT OFF MY HEAD YOU BITCH!” She screamed.

“Her body isn’t dissolving after Ayo cut her head off!” Tanjiro noted. I kept a sharp stance as I waited.

“And this is an Upper Moon 6? I don’t believe it.” Tengen told. Daki’s eyes widened as tears flowed over her face.

“I am so an Upper Moon 6! I am, I am, I am!” She cried continuing with her tantrum. I winced feeling second hand embarrassment from just watching her.

“Show some pride in your defeat.” I replied. Her bodies hand pointed at me.

“How dare you talk down to me! Help me, help me BROTHER!” she screamed. I could see his movements. He shot out of her so fast. With a large inhale, I spun my body using the water to push Tengen and Tanjiro from the attack before placing my feet in the ground firmly and using my spear to dodge his blow. Our eyes connected with each other, both a look of brutality in our orbs. However the force from his body alone sent me flying back.

I landed but kept my spear out and pointed. Gyutaro growled.

“How did you get out of your room! I poisoned you!” He snarled. I tightened my grip on my spear, watching as the water filled both their bodies. By now Daki had already re attached her head. “Your body healed from the poison so fast! Good for you!” He growled.

Tengen and Tanjiro moved by me, their swords out.

“Ayo are you alright?” Tengen asked.

“Hm.” I replied with a nod. Gyutaro immediately looked at Tengen with wide eyes.

“Ayo…he calls you Ayo too! You let him talk to you like that! Don’t tell me he’s your husband! It would be a shame to have to make you a widow!” He growled as he began to scratch at his skin! Tengen scoffed.

“She’s not my wife although I have proposed she be my wife on many occasions.” he teased as if trying to lighten the heavy yet dangerous tension.

Gyutaro groaned as he looked the Hashira over some more. I could tell his anxiety and anger were rising.

“You’re a lucky guy! That face of yours. Nice I like your skin too not a blemish birthmark or scar to be seen anywhere! You really are a good looking guy, damn!I envy you, oh I envy you! Would you mind just dropping dead and in the most agonizing way at that! Like getting skinned alive or maybe even getting that belly of yours slit open!” He growled.

“Brother they aren’t the only two who’ve been harassing me! That woman even cut my head off!” Daki cried.

Gyutaro’s eyes widened as he looked at me.

“You… your hurt my little sister!” he snarled. I squinted.

“I don’t like being insulted.” I merely replied before squinting my eyes. Both the demons froze and groaned as the pain shot through their bodies. They needed to take in more water so that I could use my water stagnation on them.

“God what is this pain!” Daki roared. Tengen and Tanjiro took this time to run for the demons, their blades out. I squinted more trying to increase the pain to immobilize them, but it hardly slowed either of them down.

Daki came for me and we began going at it blow for blow, our weapons slashing at each other. It felt like we were fighting for hours, Tanjiro and Tengen were bloody and bruised, my wounds were also showing, but the more I fought the longer it took for my body to heal.

“Have no fear, Inosuke is here!” I hear the familiar voice of the boar headed boy. I looked over to see him and Zenitsu although Zenitsu’s closed eyes made me tilt my head.

“Inosuke… Zenitsu… Are you sleeping?” I asked him.

“RAAAAHHH!” Inosuke yelled before me. I blinked before looking back to the battle. If they were here then that meant the city must be cleared out of civilians.

“There are two demons, you must behead both. I may be able to destroy the female with my powers. I will do my best to immobilize them with the-” but before I could finish my sentence, a belt was coming at me. I dodged it immediately jumping high and landing on the rooftop where Daki was waiting for me.

“You! I’m going to rip you to shreds! You’re not even worth feeding to my belt!” She snarked and ran at me with great speed. I yelled hard and ran at her. I tried to use water stagnation and her body jerked some. She growled then laughed as numerous belts came at me. I sliced at them. l swiftly however they are sharp and cut at my skin at times. Daki laughed.

“What exactly is your power exactly? Why Lord Muzan would ever want you is beyond me!” She mocked. I jumped back and gave a gentle pant as I looked down at my body, my cuts closing immediately. I wouldn’t get anywhere attacking her like this with just my physical body. I slowly looked up at her, my hard face calming a bit more.

I took even breaths feeling my heart beat calm itself. I planted my spear into the rooftop. Daki watched curiously with a low huh. I closed my eyes and with the last inhale, I felt my lungs filling with water. My entire body began to shake and my organs tighten. It was time to open the channels of my energy.

“What the hell, are you drowning!” Daki shrieked. My energy flows like water in my stomach constantly moving in a peaceful circular movement. It represents balance. It is a smooth current and allows me to better control my abilities without letting my emotions dictate them. Some Orisha, like my cousin the lightning Orisha, refuses to keep his energy channels closed. He likes being able to go all out in a blink of an eye.

I can no longer breathe the air, but more so three slits opened on either side of my neck. I could see it all, are all the blue energy traces of water all around me. I dipped my hip to the left, the body of water in the vicinity swayed left. I dipped and swayed my hip to the right. Now traces of water appeared in the air as if swaying with my hip movements. Soft droplets of water began to come from the sky. Yes, opening all the channels in my body made me feel so alive, so powerful!

“Your hair…it’s all white. I-it looks even better than mine! Die!” say the figure shrouded in black who comes at me, claws out. I smirked

“Water stagnation!” I roared and suddenly her entire body stilled and my eyes widened as pain moved through her body only this time it was already at the highest of pain levels. The sun! She screamed as her body jerked heavily back and forth, a scream of pure terror on her face.

“AAAHHHH IT HURTS BROTH-“ but before she could finish her pathetic screaming, her eyes widened and her words were cut off as I smirked at the shadow that flew up her body.

The roaring wave of water slammed down onto the demon moving to enter her body through any hole on her body.

Water poured into the district like a raging flood and I smiled wickedly as the water continued to fill her.

“No Ayo don’t!”

I growled and turned looking down to see Tanjiro and the other boys holding onto a home for dear life as the water was threatening to blow them all the way. I looked up to see Gyutaro and Tengen slashing weapons and yelling.

“You can’t destroy the city, Ayo! Innocent people will get hurt!” Tanjiro yelled. I winced at his word. Should I care? Should I sacrifice their lives to kill this demon? What would my cousin say?

“Fuck em!”

No! I would never want you to sacrifice your humanity like that! Not for the Demon Slayer Corps, not for the other Hashira, and not for me! You are powerful, but I don’t believe that you are anywhere close to demonic. Demons are all led by one thing and one thing only: devouring humans. It’s all they know, it’s all they can think about in order to survive. I may not know a lot about Orisha, but after having met you I know you are more human than a demon can ever hope to be.

Kyojuro. His words echoed in my mind, his smiling confident face. I looked over at Daki whose body was expanding growing larger and larger. She could not even control her belt.

“This is no longer a battle, this is an execution.” I said. Now all the water that was flooding the city rose into the sky with a massive roar and began to move about the sky with such speed.

“What is that!” Inosuke said, and everyone looked as the water formed a roaring lion that roared so loudly it shook the earth. Daki’s eyes widened at the monstrous creature was coming at her. I smirked as it was all for show so no one would sense his appearance.

“Daki!” Gyutaro roared.

“Would you like this one… brother?” I yelled, the water evaporating immediately disappearing from every crevice in the town and I just smiled at Bambaataa’s large form appeared behind the bloated demon. Even as the water expanded in her body, she managed to shakily turn with wide eyes as Bambaataa stood there, hammer out. She screamed harshly.

“HELL YEAH!” My brother roared swinging his hammer as hard as he could until it connected with Daki’s screaming face. Her face popped and her body immediately disintegrated. My brother was yelling so hard, I did not even hear the pained scream of Gyutaro.

I watched as the body turned to ash.

“Oh damn you did it!” Inosuke cheered. However a form appeared behind my brother, sickles out and ready to slash my brother’s throat.

“I’LL KILL YOU!” Gyutaro snarled. He’s fast, but my brother is fast. He turns with such sharpness you would miss it if you blinked. His hand caught Gyutaro’s throat and that immobilized him completely. The demon let out a gasp, an actual gasp of pain. He tried to slam one of his sickles into my brother, but the blade did not pierce the black fabric at all.

Immediately Gyutaro’s eyes widened as he looked past him at me, and I just frowned as I watched my brother place his free hand atop of the demons forehead.

“Woah, he completely immobilized him!” Tanjiro yelled. Tengen wasn’t too far from the rooftop watching with wide eyes.

I tilted my head and watched as Gyutaro’s eyes began to blacken, his body shaking violently.

“You have experienced pain before. Your childhood is sickening. I can understand why you’d become a demon. But you put your hands on my sister.” Bambaataa said lowly. Gyutaro’s eyes widened. “So I will show you what true pain is.”

Bambaataa uses the energy from the earth. Those that have been tortured in the past, and buried have had their spirits combined into the soil and earth. My brother can pull that tortured energy from the earth and put that pain inside any human or demon. If it’s met the earth he can use the spiritual energy in it. It can render the body completely useless as the mind is attacked harshly.

Gyutaro’s sickles immediately vanished making everyone gasp at the sight. His body began to convulse and shake as pain began to devours his body from everything he was seeing. He snarled and roared clawing at Bambaataa yet he was not phased by the last minute attempt.

“Help me Ayo! Help me!” He cried out and I stared with a glimpse of pain because I know he is not calling for me. He is calling for my mother. The heat in the air rose and I watched as the sun began to meet the sky. As if he were trash, Bambaataa tossed him aside the rays from the sun hitting him causing his body to burn immediately.

I stared at the ashes for a minute before looking at my brother who approached me. He came because I opened the channels in my body. He came to ensure I didn’t go overboard with opening the energy channel inside me.

I didn’t really think he cared about anyone here in Japan. But I know harming even one human could cause a chain of events that would not just harm us, but also Femi and Kyojuro. I closed my eyes gently and just placed my forehead into his chest. I breathed lightly as I felt my hair darken minus my one streak and my stomach muscles lock up for a split second a sign all my channels were closed. My gills closed and I just opened my mouth letting my lungs drain of water and pour out of my throat.

“You could have done a lot worse, but you didn’t. No humans died. You did good little sister.” he praised gently into my hair and I sniffled and nodded.

“AYO, BAMBAATAA YOU DID IT!” Tanjiro yelled. Now everyone was approaching.

“My God you actually did it… you killed an upper moon. And with such a flashy entrance!” Tengen replied as if astonished. I smiled gently looking at the Hashira.

“It was Bambaataa who killed them both.” I said proudly.

“Had my sister not helped with her water stagnation then they would still have enough power to fight back. The sun was our biggest ally here. You all kept them out long enough and weakened them. You all did well.” he said which made me look at my brother stunned. I could tell Inosuke was happy as he snorted out a puff of air happily and Tanjiro only chuckled.

“Lord Ubuyashiki will be quite proud that his new allies helped destroy an upper ranked demon. With you both on our side, we may really have a chance to beat Kibutsuji.” Tengen said happily.

My brother and I both nodded before hi turned to me.

“I will return to the manor. Rest up and return home to your mate.” He said. My eyes widened at his words. He acknowledged Kyojuro not only as my mate, but his equal. I smiled and nodded and watched as he jumped off the building and was devoured by the earth. I looked at my wounded and tired friends.

“Come let me heal you all.” I replied.

“And then let’s get some food!” Inosuke said. Zenitsu peaked his eyes open and yawned.

“What I miss?” He asked gently.

Once our wounds healed, we made our way from the district. Things were still a little wet after the rain cleared and the water drained. I looked at the entrance of the quiet city now that the sun was out.

”Ayo.” Tanjiro said catching my attention.

”Eh?” I asked and he looked up at me with a gentle gaze.

”Are you alright?” He asked. I tilted my head.

”Of course I am. Why wouldn’t I be?” I asked curiously and he sighed gently looking down at the ground.

”when you were fighting the female demon… I watched as your entire form turned from you to something else.” he said. I wasn’t surprised by his words and I nodded giving a graceful smile.

”Don’t worry young Tanjiro. Whatever form I take, know it’s a form that must be taken to protect you all.” I replied placing my hand on his head. He smiled gently and nodded.

”Right!” He said happily and together we moved onto the road.

“Ayo you gotta tell me what kind of breathing style that was back there! I don’t know about you all but I’m pretty sure that wave of water looked like a lion!” Inosuke gushed with excitement.

”I don’t know what he’s talking about but it sounds intense.” Zenitsu said.

”Yeah that’s because you were asleep the whole time. I kind of like you better asleep.” Inosuke huffed making the two start to butt heads with Tanjiro trying to break it up. Tengen was beside me and he looked down at me with a light stare.

”You and your brother really surprised me back there. The master will be quite happy with the news we will bring him. But know this, Kibutsuji will be coming at you now with everything he’s got.” He warned. I nodded looking ahead now.

”I know.” I replied with strong eyes.

[astoldbyaja]

The Orisha and the Hashira- Ch.15

Ayo’s POV

Once we approached the Butterfly Mansion’s gates, Kyojuro stopped and looked my way making me stop.

“I almost forgot. I got you this.” he said and reaching into his pocket and pulling something out. My eyes were immediately drawn to the string of blue wooden beads. I gasped as I gently lifted my fingers to graze the jewelry. “I saw a wooden jewelry maker selling things in the village I where my mission was. For killing the demon, the merchant offered me this necklace as a gift. I thought it would be a perfect gift for you!”

My eyes widened in happiness as I took hold of it.

“Oh, Kyojuro it’s beautiful, thank you!” I gushed moving to put it around my neck. It didn’t hang very low which is what I liked. “How do I look?” He continued to smile.

“Perfect.” he said gently and took a step closer to me, our lips close to meeting.

“MR. RENGOKU!”

We paused and looked to see Tanjiro running over.

“Ah young Kamado!” Kyojuro said happily and approached. I smiled and watched as the two talked happily.

That evening, after we had bathed and was finally clean, we went to the dining hall and ate. However, two somewhat guests arrived.

“Sister!” Femi said happily entering the room with Bambaataa following. I smiled at them both.

“Femi, taking a break from painting?” I asked and he nodded.

“It’s hard work and my head is starting to hurt” he pouted.

“Take some time to rest, this is not something you need to hurry to finish.” I replied.

“She’s right lad. An artist is no good to his work if his body is exhausted.” Kyojuro said. And now it grew tense in the room as Bambaataa came over and sat down right across from us. Kyojuro slurped some noodles he had on his plate. “TASTY!” I smiled at him and then looked at my brother now with some worry.

“So, it seems you’ve decided to court my sister.” Bambaataa said. Here we go. Kyojuro nodded.

“Yes. I am deeply attracted to Ayo! She is smart, caring, and not to mention and overall genuine woman who causes me to be unable to breathe every time she is close to me! My intentions are to court her and marry her!” he said. My eyes popped not expecting him to say all of that. But I looked at my brother who just faced us. Femi sat beside him looking at him with his chin on his hands as if waiting for a response.

“Do you have money?” Bambaataa asked.

“Why yes, I have lots of money!” Kyojuro said.

“Do you plan to remain a Hashira for your entire life?” he asked.

“No. I will retire when it is the right time.” my mate replied.

“Have you ever been married before?” he asked.

“No, I haven’t!” Kyojuro replied with the same enthusiasm as before.

“Do you own land- property?” Bambaataa asked.

“I do have an estate that my father currently owns. When he dies, I will inherit the estate and all the land!” he replied.

“Do you have any children currently in the world?” my brother asked leaning forward, placing his fists calmly into the table.

“I do not!” Kyojuro replied.

“If my sister decides you’re worthy enough to sire her children, how many do you plan to have?” he asked. There was a brief silence.

“Ayo is the master of her own body! If she wants one or numerous children, then that is what we will have. If she wants none, I will also accept that as well!” he replied. Now I looked at Kyojuro stunned by his words. He isn’t absolute about children. That is very different. It’s expected for women everywhere to be married off and to have children. But I guess it makes sense, if he’s a Hashira he will have enemies and if he has enemies they could come after me or our family. They would be protected without saying, but still it was something he would have to worry about.

Bambaataa grunted lowly before looking over at Femi who just nodded happily.

“Then there is nothing else left to say.” he replied and stood before walking from the room. Beneath the table, I could feel Kyojuro’s hand take mine and give it a squeeze of happiness. We both smiled and dipped our chop sticks in our bowl and slurped up the noodles.

“TASTY!” we said in unison.

The next morning, we made our way through the forest making our way to Kyojuro’s estate. His crow, Kaname, flew up ahead while I listened to the stories Kyojuro told of his youth and growing up. All the while I happily played with the beads on my necklace. I preferred to listen to him talk rather than talk about my past. Although my past isn’t very exciting, it was still filled with darkness that I myself did not wish to think about. I wish I could have forgotten them when I was reborn, but this is the price I pay for this type of immortality.

“Ayo, will you teach me some words in Xhosa!” Kyojuro boomed, exciting stars sparkling in his eyes. I smiled and nodded.

“Of course. Now where to begin?” I asked. He pointed at the closest thing which was a tree.

“How do you say tree?” he asked.

“Umthi.” I replied. He nodded.

“Umthi… how do you say tasty!” he asked. I giggled.

“Enencasa.” I replied.

“Enencasa!” he repeated happily. We went back and forth of him asking how to say a word and him repeating the word I translate. He seemed very interested in learning different words. We went at this for two hours; I even quizzed him, and he remembered each word.

“Very impressive my phoenix. In no time you will be able to speak another language.” I replied. Kyojuro smiled warmly taking my hand and kissing the top of my palm.

“I have a great teacher.” he said. I hummed happily before tilting my head.

“Kyojuro… what are the customs of courting for this country?” I asked.

“Well usually the man who is given permission to court the woman brings her gifts and goes out with her taking her to different places to eat, maybe going to festivals and doing other fun things together while the two talk and get to know each other. After a while, usually a year or so, if you are ready by then, then we’d arrange a marriage date.” he said looking down and blushing. I smiled at the thought.

“That sounds very romantic.” I replied before looking up in thought now. “However,” I didn’t even know how to bring this up to him and he tilted his head.

“However?” he asked.

“For me, seeing you as my mate is equivalent as being my husband, but I know the culture for many countries is different. I was not married in my first body, so I did not have to maintain any type of purity especially in my position. Do you want to refrain from any form of intimacy until we are married. Do you wish to lie with me on the official wedding night that we decide?” he asked. I noticed through our conversation he had turned his entire body from me and was tensing with every second. I was worried that maybe I offended him, but when I gently peaked around his body, I realized he was red in the face, like Genya when I was near him. “Kyojuro?”

“Although it would be nice to be traditional and wait for marriage to be physical… I must admit after that time together at the springs, I find it harder and harder to control my urges.” he said before smiling down at me lovingly and taking my hand curling his fingers with mine. “But if you already see me as your husband then I have no problems seeing you as my wife. Although I would still like to have a wedding ceremony one day with all our friends and family in attendance, I think it would be okay for us be intimate. Like you said, Orishas mate for life. You are already mine and I am already yours.”

I smiled warmly at him before nodding as we both leaned in to passionately kiss the other.

Within a few days we arrived at a beautiful yet large manor. Up ahead, I noticed a young boy with fiery hair and red eyes sweeping the ground.

“Senjuro, hello!” Kyojuro boomed as he approached the young boy. The boy’s head whipped upward, and his eyes sparkled.

“Brother, you’re home!” he called out and I watched the two embrace each other warmly. It was almost like watching me embrace my brother. “I’ve missed you a lot!”

“And I’ve missed you. How are you?” Kyojuro asked. Senjuro looked up at him.

“I’m alright.” he replied.

“How is father?” Kyojuro asked, his tone dropping just slightly. The young boy let his head drop a bit.

“Still drinking. He hardly leaves his room and when he does, it’s always trouble.” he said. I remained quiet standing behind Kyojuro.

“I see. Well, that’s alright. I’d like you to meet someone special to me.” Kyojuro replied before turning so my body could be viewed. I looked down at the young boy who gasped. “Senjuro this is Ayo, Ayo my little brother Senjuro.

“Hello.” I replied gently, and he seemed flustered.

“W-why is she covered in dirt?” he asked nervously. I couldn’t help but cover my mouth to hide my smile as Kyojuro shook his head immediately holding his hands up.

“She’s not covered in dirt! She is from Africa, and people from there have black skin.” he told. His brother’s eyes widened as he immediately leaned in to look me over.

“Wow… Africa. I’ve read about that place. But she doesn’t look as dark as the pictures I’ve seen.” he said. Kyojuro chuckled nervously and I could tell he was flustered.

“Many Africans come in different shades. My ancestors were sold to many Japanese lords, so through that I am sure our dark skin lightened somewhere through the bloodlines.” I replied. Senjuro nodded before bowing.

“Regardless, it is an honor to meet you Ayo.” he said. I smiled and bowed back.

“The honor is all mine.” I replied, noting that Kyojuro had taken my hand in that instant. Senjuro immediately noted this, and he seemed perplexed, but gently smiled, nonetheless.

“And just what the hell is going on out here!” a gruff voice called. Now the three of us looked toward the inside of the gates to see a man in a blue kimono, that was open with a jug in his hand. Kyojuro stepped forward.

“Hello Father, I hope you’ve been well.” he said. The man sniffled some as he threw back the jug. I could smell the alcohol in it, sake most likely. He approached us, eyes glaring hard at his sons as he scoffed.

“What are you doing back here, you quit being a Hashira already. I told you it was useless to join!” he said.

“I am simply here to visit my brother and you. I would like to introduce, Ayo. She plays a very important role in the demon slayer corps and is a woman I am courting. Ayo this is my father, former flame Hashira Shinjuro.” he said stepping to the side so that I could be seen. This man looked just like both Rengoku boys but older, stubble apparent on his face. Shinjuro looked at me and his eyes widened some.

“What woman inks her entire body!” he said with a laugh. I looked at Kyojuro who just stared at his father with respect.

“She is not inked, Father. She is from Africa.” Kyojuro said. I noticed tone was a bit more withdrawn. The same confident emotion was not in his tone like it was with Senjuro. Now Shinjuro’s laughter dropped as he looked at me.

“Oh, so you’re a slave then.” he accused. “Is that what you are! Are you a slave to the Rengoku house!” I shook my head lightly. He was dehydrated that much I could tell.

“No sir. I am a free woman.” I replied. He pointed at me with a shaky hand.

“But your family wasn’t free, were they?” he asked. I immediately, noticed Kyojuro tensing beside me. I shook my head.

“No. My family served the lords of Japan.” I replied, and he shook his head before looking at Kyojuro.

“How far you have fallen.” he said. “Bringing this outsider to my home spouting bullshit about courting!” I wasn’t hurt by his words. If anything, it felt almost normal to be looked down upon, because that’s what many people thought of me. I have seen it in their eyes, the way they looked at me, looked their noses down on me.

“Father, it seems you have been drinking your pain away again. Ayo is not only my guest but is a guest in Lord Ubuyashiki’s home as well. I expect you to show her the same respect you would show him.” Kyojuro demanded. Senjuro looked at his brother shocked. I guess he was not used to the tone his brother just used and truth be told neither was I. Shinjuro stiffened some.

“Respect her kind? She’s not staying here.” he said. I gave the slightest of winces letting water fill up his stomach to the point he couldn’t hold his sake and before he knew it, he slumped over vomiting immediately on the ground.

“Father!” both boys yelled and rushed to his air. I followed lazily behind them and watched as they put their hands on him only for him to hit their hands away.

“Get away from me! I’m fi- euughh.” he wretched before throwing up more. I could imagine by now he was feeling very sick, and I could have made him feel this way for a very long time.

“Mr. Rengoku you are severely dehydrated, and your body is not taking it well. Here.” I replied placing my hand in his kimono and touching his stomach. He gripped my hand violently.

“Hey, don’t you touch me-eeehhh…” but his words trailed off as he looked at me with a light groan. Any nausea or discomfort he felt was subsiding.

“Breathe with me. In… and out.” I replied gently breathing and slowly he started to breathe in and out with me matching my breaths. “Alright, inhale in 3…2…1.” And we inhaled together, and I quelled the nausea in his body and let his stomach settle, burning through the sake quicker than usual without my energy’s assistance. He just stared at me as if entranced. Kyojuro and Senjuro just watched in amazement. Shinjuro dropped his jug and placed his hands on both my face.

“Father don’t.” Kyojuro said placing his hand on the man’s wrist.

“You’re one of them aren’t you? You’re a spirit that walks the earth destroying all in its path! You’ve put some kind of spell on my son didn’t you!” he said. I shook my head.

“I am just here as a guest of your son, because I care for him.” I said gently and kindly. Shinjuro back away, falling on his bottom and backing away. He began to mutter to himself as he picked up his jug and walked away downing it again. We all straightened up and the two brothers looked at each other with glints of sadness before looking at me.

“I’m sorry for the way Father treated you!” Senjuro said, and I smiled warmly.

“It’s okay. I think after feeling ill, he’ll want to rest.” I replied. Senjuro looked away almost embarrassed.

“I’ll clean this up. I’m sure you two will want to rest. I’ll get dinner started after.” he said.

“Don’t strain yourself, brother. I will prepare dinner for all of us.” Kyojuro said assuredly. Senjuro smiled warmly before nodding.

“Okay! Your room is all set up. There are guest rooms too already prepared should Ayo want some privacy." he said before smiling at me. I could see the light in his eyes. He’s pure. I smiled.

“Thank you Senjuro.” I replied. Once inside, Kyojuro led me to his room which was very clean and seemed reserved. Nothing was out of place. I sat down my bag that had a few kimonos and other items in them. Before I could think, Kyojuro was before me, hands on my face, forehead against my own.

“I’m sorry for my father’s rudeness.” he said lowly. I winced and shook my head.

“Do not be. I have seen his eyes before. He is hurting… missing your mother.” I replied.

“Yes, he is. But it gives him no right to shirk his duties as a father. He couldn’t do his Hashira duties anymore after she died and worse he let my brother and I suffer because of it.” he said angrily. I had never seen him so vulnerable like this. I raised my hands and caressed his cheek staring at him softly.

“The path of healing is never an easy one and sadly it hurts everyone around a person. But for someone who has had to overcome the pain of losing his mother and the anguish of his father, you have done very well for yourself. And your brother will do very well in his life as well.” I replied. I watched a gentle smile appear on his face and he nodded.

“My water lily knows just what to say to make me feel better.” he said. I smiled and gave his lips a gentle peck.

“Always.” I replied. He smiled before now leaning back with a mischievous smirk.

“Now I ask a question that requires the truth… did you make my father throw up on himself?” he asked. I winced and nodded.

“Yes… I was hoping to make him a little sick and then heal him and maybe he would then like me. I’m sorry.” I said gently. He threw his head back and laughed loudly. His outbursts were becoming second nature to me, so I was no longer surprised when he’d let out a booming laugh.

“Oh Ayo… I understand he was being harsh, and you were trying to get into his good graces.” he said. I shook my head.

“I will not do it again.” I promised.

“Now hold on, let’s not get too ahead of ourselves, he may act up again!” he teased. We shared a gentle laugh before giving each other a quick kiss before moving to get a bit more relaxed.

“Where would you like me to sleep?” I asked.

“There is a guest room beside my own. You’re more than happy to take it. But if you’d like to sleep here you are more than welcome to.” he said with a blush looking down some to hide his blush. I smirked flirtatiously.

“Is that what you want?” I asked. He smiled warmly at me his eyes moving over my body with a soft gaze.

“I always want you near. Honestly, I haven’t slept the same since our first mission together. You said that was when we connected, and I believe it. Now every time I am sleeping alone, I feel as if a part of me is missing. I realize I am missing you.” he said. It was nice to know he felt some effects of the bond. It truly shows that both parties are effected by the other. I moved up to him and he gazes down at me gently running his hand over the front of my neck, over the beads.

“And I miss you when you are not in my arms. Let’s see how tonight goes. I want to respect your father’s home. So, if somehow, he says he wants us in separate rooms, I will abide.” I said. He moaned gently.

“Your level of respect is commendable my water lily.” he said. I gave a gentle smile before we left his room so he could prepare dinner. Kyojuro would not allow me to help with anything so while I watched him cook, Senjuro entered and gently sat beside me, being respectful about the questions he asked me about the Mother Continent. He asked about the animals and the different foods we ate. He asked if we had demons there and I simply answered with ‘not anymore’.

He was still looking at my skin, so I offered my arm for him to touch, and he gasped as he ran his hand over my arm.

“Your skin is so soft!” he gushed, and he asked to touch my curls of which I permitted.

“So… you’re going to be brother’s wife one day. That means you’re going to be my sister.” he said. Kyojuro glanced over at us with a smile, and I nodded looking his face over.

“Yes, I am… is that okay with you?” I asked. He looked me over.

“Well, if you work for the demon slayer corps that means you’re good. You can fight, I’m sure, so that means you’re strong. If my brother trusts you then I trust you too!” he said. Then surprisingly he wrapped his arms around me giving me a warm embrace. I was stunned by the actions, but I smiled and embraced him. Then to our surprised, Kyojuro rushed over and wrapped his arms around us both knocking us over to the ground and we all laughed happily together. Once food was ready, Senjuro took a plate to his father’s room.

Tonight’s meal was peaceful. It felt nice being here with them. Once the moon was up high, I began to set up the futon in the spare room. I placed it close to the wall so that I’d be able to feel Kyojuro’s energy. His father did not join us for dinner, but I also felt it would be a respectful gesture to stay in a room alone. I was sure I could handle him if he tried anything in the night. I hoped he was not the kind to do that.

“What are you doing, my lily?” Kyojuro asks as he was seated in the middle of the room with me.

“Placing my futon close to the wall so I can feel you when I sleep.” I replied. His eyes perked up, and immediately he ran from the room, and I could hear his feet moving back into his bedroom.

“Then I shall do the same!” I hear him say through the wall. I smiled warmly and began to get under the blankets. The room was already dark. I could hear movement on the other side of the wall. “Ayo can you feel me? My face is against the wall!”

I giggled and moved toward the wall putting my face to the wall as well. And surprisingly enough, I could feel his heartbeat, hear it through the wall.

“Yes, my phoenix, I can feel you.” I said.

“I can feel you too… tomorrow I would like to go into town and go for a walk. Would that be alright?” he asked. I smiled and nodded.

“Yes.” I replied as I now laid back on my bed now.

“Darling, where did you go, I cannot feel you!” he said with worry.

“I am lying down now. Here I will put my hand against the wall.” I replied and did just so.

“I can feel you again.” he said.

“I can feel you too.” I said. There was a brief silence.

“Ayo.” he said. I hummed.

“Yes Kyojuro?” I asked.

“I am glad your brothers accepted our courtship.” he said. I smiled at the ceiling and nodded.

“I am glad your brother accepted our courtship as well.” I replied gently and before I knew it, sleep took me quickly, which I was happy for, because I could not wait to spend the day with my mate tomorrow.

[astoldbyaja]

The Orisha and the Hashira- Ch.11

Tengen was true to his word. He managed to lock down a nice inn, the only nicest inn in the entire village. There were tables put out and food and alcohol and everything you could ask for.

Sanemi and Obanai seemed stunned at the sight of my appearance and Sanemi was the first one to invade my space looking me all over.

“So that’s what you look like huh? Well don’t go around thinking you’re better than us just because you’re kissed by the sun!” he snapped before puffing his cheeks out in a pout causing Kyojuro and Tengen to laugh.

“I wouldn’t dream of it.” I said with a chuckle.

“Now where’s that asshole of a brother of yours!” he said looking all around for my older brother. Bambaataa did not show up and neither did Femi to my dismay.

Gyomei could not see me, however.

“Everyone has seen me except for you.” I said out loud. He looked down hiding a bit of disappointment.

“I can hear you. Your voice is soft and trustworthy. I can smell you; your skin is fresh and reminds me of the warmth of the sun from the energy you give off. I could pick your voice out in a sea of roaring people. That is enough.” he said. I looked down in thought of his words before my ears pricked up.

“Gyomei, would it be alright for me to take your hand?” I asked. This man was such a giant. We were still waiting for Shinobu and her tsugoku Kanao to show up before eating. Gyomei seemed curious of my request as he held up his hand slowly in front of me.

“Oh of course.” he said. I took hold of his large hand and gently placed his bare palm on my cheek. All the while Kyojuro was watching me since he sat across from me, a smile still plastered on his face. Gyomei’s face brightened as he gasped. I gently moved his hand over my forehead, then the other side of my cheek. His thumb glides over my lips and he tenses.

“Forgive me.” he said bashfully. I smiled.

“It’s alright. May you be able to remember the feelings of my skin if we are ever in battle and you don’t know who to trust.” I replied. I watched a strip of pink play over his nose and cheeks as he looked down.

“Thank you, Ayo you are so kind. It is an honor to have your friendship.” he said crying now. I smiled not expecting the tears.

“No no, don’t cry!” I said wiping at his face gently with a towelette only for more tears to pour out. When Shinobu and Kanao arrived everyone began to dig in. On my left was Shinobu, Kanao, Mitsuri and Obanai. Gyomei was on my right. Across from me was Kyojuro. To his right was Tengen then Sanemi, and on his left was Giyu.

“So, you decided to join us after all, Tomioka!” Sanemi replied, his cheek full of food. Giyu ate quietly.

“Well, this was a celebration for Hashira and their victorious missions.” he replied.

“Oh, don’t give me that, you never accept an invitation to join us for anything except a Hashira meeting.” he accused. I ate my tempura quietly as I looked between the two.

“Call me curious. I hear that Ayo has a ritual from her homeland and being a user of water I was curious to see if she incorporated her techniques into her rituals. I planned to ask her before you so carelessly put me on the spot.” he said in a monotone. I was stunned by his explanation. Sanemi growled.

“Oh, so it took an outsider coming into the fold for you to come down off your high horse and mingle with us common folk huh!” he said. I can feel the anger radiating off his body. He gets angry quite quickly.

“Maybe if you elevate yourself you can climb onto a pedestal of your own.” Giyu mumbled.

“What was that!” Sanemi snapped.

“Nothing.” Giyu replied calmly.

“Ayo is an amazing dancer!” Kyojuro said cutting the one-sided tension.

“Oh, hardly. There are many different dances I do for different reasons. Like the moon dance is what I do during a full moon that does use some water techniques.” I replied looking at Giyu. “I look forward to sparing with you as soon as possible so we can both witness each other’s movements. You all fight with swords- marital arts, that not something I have ever experienced growing up.”

“You don’t! How do you fight?” Mitsuri asked leaning forward over the table. I raised my hands and smiled.

“With my hands and my mind.” I replied.

“What, how are those alone going to help you kill demons?” Obanai asked.

“The same way I can kill anything.” I replied gently. “My body is a weapon. Many Orisha with different energy sources have different abilities that allow them to kill demons. Since I am a user of water, I can attack or defend from anything without getting up. But the demons in my country are different than yours. Yours speak and move a lot faster while ours has very little intelligence much to that of animals. We have only dealt with five demons who were very strong, stronger than any demons those before us faced.”

Which is why it is wise for my study both the Hashira and the demons of Japan. I would need to adapt my fighting if I am going to successfully protect my brother here.

“Everyone we’re talking about work again!” Tengen boomed. “We should be eating and drinking and even dancing and celebrating flashily! Ayo show us some moves!”

I couldn’t help but smile at his boisterous personality. Within fifteen minutes, Mitsuri and Tengen were with me out in the clearing the large in was created around. It seemed many events could be hosted here. With the beating of different drums from the workers, who caught on fast to the beat, I was showing the sound and love Hashira my dances, moving my hips and clapping to the beat of the drums. Mitsuri caught on quicker than Tengen who was saying from the sake he was drinking.

“Oh my God, I’m doing it! Obanai come join me!” she called out twirling and swaying her hips about making the dance her own. I noticed the serpent Hashira blush and look away now. His feelings for her were so visible. Gyomei moved his head from left to right in sync with the dancing smiling happily. Sanemi sat beside Kyojuro who just smiled happily at me as he watched. Shinobu came over and stood beside. Watching my feet movement. I raised her hand with mine and basically moved her body to learn the dance of us raising our heads and lowering them while rotating.

She seemed both shocked and overjoyed to be dancing in such a way. Her movements were sharp and precise. I loved it. Our hands never touched as it usually was.

“O SE BABA!” I called out to the sky.

“O SE BABA!” Mitsuri called out right behind me.

“O se baba!” Shinobu replied.

“O SE BABAAA!” Kyojuro roared making Sanemi and Obanai jump as if startled. Giyu just sat there watching our feet as if trying to learn the dance without moving.

Kyojuro approached us with a bow.

“May I cut in?” he asked. Shinobu smiled and nodded before moving to sit with Kanao. Kyojuro’s large eyes stared at me as he raised his hand to me. I smiled and raised my hand to his as well to meet his. Usually, you are to keep your hands inches from each other, or even connecting your wrists together to dance, but instead, Kyojuro placed his palm flat against mine.

I felt a surge of electricity shoot through my body the moment our skin connected. This surge was strong, heavenly almost. We now began to move together as one, our feet marching in place, our eyes never leaving the other. It felt as if we were the only two people here. My body recognized his skin, his scent overtook me. I could feel my heart beating faster, harder almost. I swallowed hard now feeling sensations, I have never felt before with my body. My vagina… it’s throbbing, already something wet was trying to seep through my slit and I realized this was from just touching Kyojuro’s hand. I immediately stopped and Kyojuro looked at me curiously.

“Ayo are you alright?” he asked. I shook my head.

“No. I am feeling a bit tired, I am going to the springs now.” I replied quickly before giving a quick nod and hurrying away.

Within twenty minutes, I was at a secluded spring, my body deep in the water all the way up to my chin. The water was nice and hot on my bare body and against my Mon pubis. I sighed gently. This body is new meaning I have never had sex with it. I’ve never been truly intimate with someone. Before in my very first body I was young and naïve doing whatever I wanted with men because I had the power to. They could never overpower me even those who tried. I was more immature back then. I felt I could have the world if I wanted because I could. I could bring the waters upon the earth and drown those around me. I could take the water from the body and watch them crumble.

But now this body feels right- perfect now that I found my mate for life. I got out from the water and wrapped a towel around me. Femi did so well with my self-portrait that was for sure.

“Ayo.”

I looked up to see Kyojuro approaching however he was not in his uniform but in a towel himself, hair down and resting over his shoulders. I stuttered over my words.

“What are you doing here, Kyojuro?” I asked turning from him now.

“Well, I came to check on you! You left the celebration quite suddenly. Are you alright?” he asked moving to sit beside me. I could feel the heat rise as I looked at him with a weak smile.

“I am alright, it’s just a lot for one night.” I replied. He looked at me worriedly.

“You are thinking of your brother and the fight you had.” he said. I winced and looked away leaning back some as if not wanting him to be close.

“There are far worse stressful things I have to think about right now other than him.” I replied.

“What has you so stressed?” he asked. I suddenly feel his hand on my chin turning me to face him now. “Tell me and I will help you rid yourself of this stress.”

His eyes were filled with passion and dedication. It was becoming too much to bear. I couldn’t do this; I couldn’t tell him! I’ve never had to tell someone something like this before. We had just began to form a bond, and I didn’t want to overstep. But I cannot ignore the looks he’s given me, nor can I ignore the sight of our hearts beating as one right now. I shook my head pulling back from his hand looking away.

“Why do you touch me like that?” I snapped.

“Do you not like it when I touch you like this?” he asked almost innocently, voice soft now, the exact opposite of how he has spoken to me since I have met him.

“You shouldn’t want to touch me like that.” I replied lowly.

He’s not one of us!

“But I do… want to touch you like this.” he said. I whipped my head to face him now leaning forward into him so quick it stuns him. I didn’t realize I had my hands on his knees now.

“Why?” I asked. Was it lust? Was it arousal from seeing my face exposed now. I know predatorial eyes, before. Seeing it in men is second nature almost. But I couldn’t see that in his eyes, the look of demonic lust that has been the downfall for so many pure souls. No instead, I saw a look of genuine care.

“Because ever since I laid eyes on you- truly laid eyes on you, my heart feels as if it beats even stronger now. It beats so fiercely because having your eyes on me has set my soul ablaze and I cannot deny the constant need to be near you, the overwhelming attraction I feel for you.” he said. I am staring at his eyes the entire time he speaks remembering the feeling of protection that gripped me when we huddled together for warmth. His arms held me close; his warmth soothed my body.

His head gently lying on my shoulder as we rode in the carriage. He trusted me enough to sleep around me. The way he held me close after our wounds closed beneath the snow. His yellow and red eyes are closing in on me and I can’t even begin to wonder why. It’s not until his lips push into mine and hungrily begin to devour my mouth. I gasped at the feeling of his lips on mine. With that gasp his tongue entered my own exploring my mouth.

My eyes widened for a moment, pupils flexing. Everything around me was a blur. I felt my entire body coming to life. I let out a moan and placed my hand on either side of Kyojuro’s neck and pulled him into me. I needed him closer, so very close. He seemed all too willing to oblige as his hands curled into my damp curls to hold me against him. Our mouths ate at each other, lips moving in perfect sync. Our tongues danced around each other swiftly and I had almost caught myself off guard. I pulled back just a few inches to think about what’s come over me.

However, Kyojuro was already leaning into me giving me no time to think as his mouth kisses the air until it finds mine again. I whimper against him, feeling his arms move down my neck and over my back. With a sharp growl, he pulls me up on him, and now I’m sitting on his lap, the thin linen towels the only thing keeping his erect cock from mashing into my exposed entrance.

I can feel the hunger in him as it grows inside me. His hands remained on my hips for a little while before rising up to immediately take hold of my towel and slide it down.

My breasts bounce out and the heat from this man’s body immediately made my nipples harden. I feel his hands grope them and immediately I let out a squeal. He kneaded and rolled his fingers over my sensitive buds. My stomach tightens as I feel those warm sensations stirring up inside me again. I feel his hip start to buck up against me, wanting some attention. I begin to wrap my arms around his head gently moving my hips against his.

Kyojuro grunts hard and moves his hips up to meet my movements. We’re moving sloppy and raggedly against each other, but the arousal in both our eyes cause us to stare at one another while we continued to take each other’s breaths away. After needing to breathe, I let my head fall back and I pant heavily as I open my legs more to grind against him. I could feel his clothes cock rubbing up against my bare entrance and throbbing clit. My toes are curling and waves upon waves of pleasure are moving inside my stomach.

Kyojuro pants and growls and grunts as he starts to move faster and harder, his lips trailing over my neck kissing and licking at my sensitive flesh.

“Mm-soft.” he pants as I feel the sensations start to grow even more. I now feel his teeth sink down on my left nipple causing me to cry out as his tongue starts moving about my sensitive bud in long slow licks. My god I’m on fire! My body senses the new wave of heat over me and the water inside me cools my skin causing steam to rise off our bodies. I feel my mind coming back to me and for a split second it felt wrong. I pulled back a bit.

“Aahh- Kyo! W-wait!” I cried out, but neither of us stopped moving against one another. He placed his hands on my sides and pulled me back in so his lips could find my nipples once more. I could feel the delicious friction pushing me closer and closer, before suddenly I’m being rocked with pleasure, a tightening coil has released. We both let out a hard moan as we shook violently together. His arms wrapped around me and held me tight as we rode out our intense orgasms together. I feel something wet against my inner thighs and finally I’m panting heavily, my body going ragged now. My vaginal walls are still ringing, throbbing hard as it wants to suck something in or push it out. Either way my thighs are shaking, and I am resting my cheek on my arm still wrapped around Kyojuro’s neck.

The first orgasm of this body is amazing. And it feels even better to know my mate is who gave it to me. But would all this end once I look upon his face? Was what just happened real or was it a part of a scheme to get me so vulnerable.

Slowly I pulled back to look at Kyojuro wondering what his demonic lust will look like once it’s revealed that he got something from me. But it’s not there. There are no ill intentions dancing in his fiery eyes. I panted softly admiring the pure warmth in his eyes. He smiled up at me, joy and arousal evident in his eyes.

“I meant *pant* *pant* what I said Ayo, I am overwhelmingly attracted to you. Your strength, your heart, your spirit it calls to me. You set my soul ablaze and I am happy this fire cannot be extinguished. If you’ll allow me,” he said, his grip around me tightening a bit. I could have sworn I felt him shaking as if nervous, “I would very much… like to begin courting you so that… I can make you mine!” he said happily!

[astoldbyaja]

The Orisha and the Hashira- CH.8

Unknown POV

He thrusted up inside her with such vigor, her walls clamping down around his shaft hard. Her moans were sweet and innocent as her body bounced swiftly to meet his thrusts, her luscious breasts bouncing up and down. Such large breasts, and a bottom he could not stop groping.

Deep red eyes peered up at her taking in every feature of her face. He knew there was something off about her kind even when he was a human, he could not quite place it. No, he didn’t realize until he became a demon that there were more beings out there who were not of this world.

The woman’s vaginal muscles gripped him like a vice as she ground against him. He took hold of her back and raised himself spinning her down to the futon so he could take over. No human could ever get his body this excited especially not as a demon. He rammed his hips down into her grinding up her insides and hitting all the sweet spots that made her core feel overstimulated.

“Swear your loyalty to me… pledge yourself to my cause and I will grant you your freedom and that of your family.” he panted, a bead of sweat rolling down off his body and onto hers. Her deep blue eyes were what made her stand out. All the other servants his father and even his grandfather bought from overseas had brown skin and matching eyes, but not her. Her skin was rich and soft with blue eyes and a white streak over one side of her curls. Even the hair between her legs was pitch black with a curled streak.

She and her bloodline could prove useful to him, but he had yet to know the true height of her powers.

“Give yourself to me and I will worship the ground you walk on.” he panted. He had never felt a pleasure so carnal, so feral than when he was inside her. “Give me all of you, Ayomide!”

She panted raggedly feeling her body convulse from the orgasm she just had.

“No…” her answered echoed through time and space.

Ayo’s POV

I felt my cheek were on fire from the piercing eyes that were on me. His hand was so hot, the heat felt like it was sinking into my skin. I tried to look away unable to stop the shiver that came through my body. My skin felt sensitive all of a sudden. This body is still new and so sensitive, and that meant it would react to touches.

“Kyojuro-”

“I’ve always wondered what you looked like under your mask.” he exclaimed. I finally flipped my hair over my head, a stream of water hitting Kyojuro right in the face and his reaction? Staring with a big smile on his face. I could feel the night air on my skin now and I blinked as I looked around at everything around me.

“Did you think I was hideous?” I couldn’t help but ask. I didn’t even know why I asked that. What did I care about his thoughts on my appearance. He shook his head.

“Not at all. You have a nice relaxing voice; I felt your face would match it.” he said. I could see he was slightly looking down and then quickly up. He then looked away, his smile fading gently. “I came to your room having sensed a strange presence. When I saw you were not there, I was… worried you had left to face a demon without me.”

I blinked now looking him over. I finally noticed he was fully dressed and standing in the waist deep water.

“I wouldn’t have stolen your victory from you.” I replied. That’s what he was worried about right, not being able to kill whatever demon was here? This was their territory. He quickly looked back at me shaking his head.

“I wasn’t worried about that. I was worried you would get hurt.” he said. My eyes flexed a bit at the realization. He has not seen me fight before. I couldn’t help but smile kindly.

“Well, I thank you for seeing me as an equal enough to worry about my safety.” I replied.

“Of course!” he said before finally moving from the water. I followed and now the two of us stood on the cold stone, facing each other. His eyes wandered my body curiously. “Is this what your people wear where you come from?”

“No. I wear this to remain cool under the black fabric.” I replied. He nodded.

“I see.” he replied before now moving to pick up my mask and hold it up to me. “I am sorry I caught you without your mask. My master made it clear we are not to see you and I have. If you need to punish me in some way, I will accept it. Although I hope you do not continue to hide your face. The world deserves the real you, with all your unique qualities and beauty. I believe you will bring so much light and authenticity to Japan! You’ll set the world ablaze!”

His words made my heart skip a beat, and my eyes widened. Slowly, I looked down at the mask in his hands slowly moving to take it. Once I put both hands on the top and bottom, Kyojuro moved one of his hands to rest atop of mine. The combination of our skin tones didn’t frighten me like I thought it would.  I looked up at the flame Hashira and he smiled sweetly down at me.

“Thank you, Kyojuro.” I replied softly. I took the mask and held it close to my chest for a moment before moving to take hold of the Kimono and the black fabric that I used to cover my entire body. However, I did not wrap myself back up. Instead, I placed the Kimono over my body and looked at Kyojuro.

“I cannot remove my mask unless I feel there is an ally here that I would risk my life for. And I have chosen you to be that ally I’d risk my life for.” I replied. His eyes seemed to brighten at my words, and he nodded.

“I am honored to be held in such high regard!” We walked back to the inn passing different people who immediately locked their eyes on me. However, I mimicked Kyojuro’s smile and although I was looking straight ahead, so that I would not be deterred by the stares of people, Kyojuro just looked at me smiling happily.

The next morning, Kyojuro and I walked through the village as if we were really the only two beings there. Many people were whispering and taken aback by my appearance, but I had to remember that they were the least of my concerns. We stopped at a clothing shop and the little old lady seemed to be taken aback by my appearance.

“My dear you are so lovely! Are you here to purchase kimonos?” she asked.

“Uh yes ma’am.” I replied with a blush.

“Do you have any demon slayer uniforms by chance?” Kyojuro asked. She nodded.

“Why yes, we make many uniforms for the corps." she replied.

“We’d like your best clothing in the colors… blue and white?” Kyojuro asked looking at me quizzically and I nodded. “Blue and white please!” The old woman nodded, and I looked around the shop before looking at Kyojuro.

“Are you sure this is alright?” I asked. He nodded confidently.

“Of course!” he said. The elder came back and held up a bunch of articles of clothing.

“Why don’t you take this behind that privacy screen and try them on. I was a bit nervous, but nodded and took the clothes and left behind the large screen in the back of the shop. I removed my kimono and put the outfit on.

I was now in a soft blue standard slay uniform with white buttons with soft blue tinted straight-lined black jacket and matching colored tabi socks and hakama pants, tucked into white and blue water patterned kyahan fading into white then blue around my lower legs.

The last article of clothing was a white haori with flowing water patterns. The intricate waves, rendered in shades of blue and white, created a sense pf movement of tranquility. To me the water motifs symbolized purity and the seamless flow of nature. The outfit was not too big, if anything it fit pretty good. I considered myself lucky. I finally stepped back out from behind the privacy matt and approached the two who were talking, but upon seeing me, both their eyes sparkled as the gasped.

“My dear… you look lovely!” the woman said.

“Absolutely stunning!” Kyojuro said loudly. He moved to pay the woman, but she shook her head.

“That unform is free. I have never had a guest like her in my store before, and her alone was such a gift.” she said proudly. She reminded me of my own grandmother always looking at her family with pride.

“I thank you!” Kyojuro said and together we both bowed and left the shop.

“I am not a demon slayer; will this not offend other slayers?” I asked.

“Nonsense, you are showing an appreciation for not only my culture, but my job and what we do. My master trusts you and I’d like to think the moment he gave you and your brothers their kimonos he was accepting you as Hashira.” he said. I looked myself over before nodding in agreement. We picked up two bento boxes before getting back in the carriage, and it began to move yet again. On our journey we stopped at one more village and I could tell the air here was colder, dryer.

Kyojuro bought me two haori’s lined with animal fur and scarves as well as other supplies as we would have to journey up the mountain on foot. We both carried packs on our backs that had blankets in them.

“Ayo… you speak a different language.” He said suddenly as we trekked, and I looked at him.

“Yes, Xhosa.” I replied. He nodded.

“Would you… take me to speak Xhosa?” he asked. I blinked stunned by his request.

“Why would you wish to learn that?” I asked noticing he looked at me with a graceful smile and a blush.

“You can speak two languages and I think that is fascinating… also I feel it would be a good way for us to bond.” he said. I was smiling when he said this, but slowly I looked away with uncertainty.

“I do not think my brother would be happy about me teaching you this.” I replied. Come to think of it, I was sure he would not approve of me exposed like this or even wearing clothing that was not of our culture. He looked concerned.

“Why would he be unhappy?” he asked.

“I think he wants us to keep our cultures separated because of his feelings for how my ancestors were treated. I do not harbor resentment for the past, but I think he may. He did not want me to come to Japan on this assignment.” I replied.

“Really, why not?” he asked curiously. I was glad for this talk, because it was keeping my mind off the cold air and what it was doing to my body. I was so sensitive, even now I could feel my body shivering and even my nipples hardening through my uniform.

“He wanted me to stay behind and get married and have a family… he didn’t want me to be thrown into a situation where we could be in another war. That’s what it was like being an Orisha on the Mother Continent. Many Orisha died protecting not only our land but many others too. Many did not accept us because of our skin and some even hated us and wanted us dead which is one of the reasons we stuck to fighting in our country. Bambaataa sees himself as the protector of all of us.”  I replied.

Kyojuro listened intently and nodded.

“He wants you safe.” He said. Something cool fell on my face and I looked up to see white sparkles of snow. I looked up at the in amazement.

“Beautiful.” I said softly.

“Very.” Kyojuro replied. I looked at him with a smile.

"But I will teach you Xhosa." I replied making his eyes sparkle even more.

"Really? Thank you!" he replied.

As we moved, I could feel my body reacting more violently than I was used to. I began to rub at my shoulders. Up ahead we saw an empty house. “Let’s check out this home and make sure it’s abandoned. If so, we’ll settle down before the sun goes down and then we’ll discuss a plan for finding and destroying the demon. I nodded.

“Right.”

After concluding the house was abandoned, we settled down and Kyojuro got a fire going in the living room. He began cooking some of the food he had picked up on the way here. He handed me a bowl of noodles and I smiled my thanks sitting close to the fireplace, almost to close, but it couldn’t be helped, I was freezing. The noodles being hot made my inside heat up.

“Ayo you are shaking like a leaf. Here take my haori.” Kyojuro noticed and moved to remove his haori.

“N-no, you won’t be warm then.” I said and he smirked.

“Trust me, I’ll be just fine.” he said draping it over my body. Now I felt devoured by heat, and I moaned softly now curling up in the fabric. It smelled like him too, which had my lips force a smile start to form.

“Thank you.” I replied as he sat down across from me.

“You’re welcome! Do you not have snow in your homeland?” he asked. I nodded.

“Yes, in the mountains, but I don’t venture there enough in this body.” I replied before freezing now at my words. I looked down flushed and Kyojuro tilted his head.

“What do you mean “this body”?” he asked. I shook my head.

“Nothing.” I said quickly. I was happy he didn’t pry. Once I was done eating, we sat before each other to discuss a plan.

“We’ll soon be further up the mountains where travelers go missing. If the demon attacks them, we’re best setting up a trap. You are able to cause pain for a demon, we could use that to our advantage.” he said. I nodded.

“I don’t mind being the bait. I’ll incapacitate them and you can go in for the kill.” I replied. He nodded.

“That will be fine, but if you see an opening for a kill take it. The faster we do this, the faster we can go home.” he said.

After nodding to each other, we set up blankets on the floor. Kyojuro made his bed in the middle of the room where I stayed close to the fire. But once the flames dimmed and the warmth died with it, I was shaking again in all the blankets. I was even layered with both my warmer haori and Kyojuro’s. But I was still shaking, my teeth even began to chatter.

“How long does it take a new body to adapt?” I muttered to myself cursing in Xhosa.

“Ayo.”

I looked up to see Kyojuro smiling at me with his head against the floor, so we were upside to each other. He suddenly raised his blanket up.

“If you’d like to join me, we can share body heat. You must be very uncomfortable.” he said. I stared at his glowing red eyes. Huddle with him? I’ve never laid with a man before in any capacity. Now I was definitely happy Bambaataa wasn’t here. He’d take that as some sort of intent that the flame Hashira would try something.

But I had a feeling Kyojuro was not like that. I was still shivering and nodded sitting up and quickly crawling over toward the man and once I was under the blankets he lowered his arm and I felt immediate warmth. Now he looked concerned.

“Ayo, you are freezing. You’ll become ill before we even find a demon. Here let me warm you up.” he said. Before I could think of what that meant, his arms wrapped around me and pulled me into his chest. I felt another shudder as a wave of heat engulfed me.

‘Sweet Jesus heat!’

I couldn’t stop my body from leaning into him and embracing him back. I could feel the heal moving through me, running through my chest and stomach and even between my legs.

I could hear his heart beating as I nuzzled my head under his chin.

“How is that?” he asked with a gentle chuckle.

“Nice. Enkosi.” I replied.

“What was that?” he asked. I chuckled softly.

“Thank you.” I responded.

“O-oh. How do I say you’re welcome?” he asked with a hint of excitement.

“Wamkelekile.” I replied.

“W-wamkelekile.” he replied. I finally looked up at him and nodded.

“Yes.” I replied and we both shared gentle smiles before I found myself staring into his deep rich eyes, my own glowing eyes seemed to reflect in his orbs. I could see he was searching my eyes, trying to read whatever he could from them as I did the same. Now I felt my heart beating just a bit faster.

Stop it! You are stronger than this. Do not give in the carnal wants of the body. He’s just being nice!

I dipped my head down and closed my eyes letting the sleep take me. I could feel everything going quiet around me, but not before hearing the gentle inhale of Kyojuro as he smelled my hair.