Ryuu winces at his own words. It's easy to forget Ashura has such keen hearing. He blushes and looks at the ground. He hadn't meant to hurt Ashura's feelings so badly. He makes a mental note to apologize at a better time.

[OOC: Been a little worried about Phil myself. Same story here re: email etc. Let's hope she's just off somewhere having fun!]

*Kujaku sighed and looked at the couple. He felt bad sometimes because of Ryu-Ou's constant verbal teasing toward Ashura. He looked to the young King* Now, now...Leave them alone...It seems they have enough to deal with at the moment. AND---We will leave my mating status out of the conversation. *He turned, opened his wings and flew up into the air to perch one of the large trees* (OOC: I have no idea what is taking Phil so long to return. She hasn't responded to my e-mails, I haven't gotten the package she has mailed to me twice now...Maybe her connecton isn't established in her new apartment yet...That must be why. Sorry I haven't posted in a while...been busy..)

Yasha kneels and lifts his sobbing companion into his arms. "No! Ashura, how can you be boring? There is no one else in the world like you!" He kisses those wet salty cheeks. "Ryuu is only jealous of us. I saw his face. He wants to have a beloved, too." When Ashura's crying abates a little, Yasha kisses him again, tasting the sweetness of those full pink lips, and holds him close against his heart. "Mating is only a part of love-- and the briefest part. It is true it is very pleasurable, and I wish with all my heart to share that pleasure with you. But you will always be my only beloved, my whole life long, whether we ever mate or not. I will never mate with anyone else. And I believe we can. We may be clumsy, we may have to learn much, but I believe we can."

*Ashura's ears picked up what Ryu-ou just said and looks up at Yasha* Yasha... *eyes tearing* Ryuu just said that I'm boring.... *tears trickles down his cheeks* He says I can't do anything *more tears trickles down* He says I'm leading you on... *falls to the ground and starts crying like there is no tomorrow*

Ryuu rolls his eyes. "Those two! Now they're being sooo romantic... Even though Ashura is so boring, he's neither male nor female... Hmm... How on Earth can he do anything, anyway...? Is he leading Yasha on, or what? Karura? Eh, Karura..." *Waves his hand in front of her unblinking eyes*

*Karura stares to the corner where the two fled and mumbles still in shock* No Ryuu, i don't use Garuda to hunt... i don't need to... Karyoubinga is still pretty fragile... Better than before, but... but.. *turns suddenly to Ryuu and Kujaku* What was THAT?

Yasha hastens through the garden hand in hand with Ashura. By the time they reach a very secluded nook, both are breathless, but no one has pursued... Yasha scans the sky, but no Kujaku-- just yet, anyway. Perhaps the feathered one is considerate enough of Ashura to not interrupt this. Yasha drops Yamato to the ground and takes Ashura's face in both hands and speaks quite urgently. "Ashura. Your father once spoke directly to my mind. Can you speak to me this way, love? Can you feel what I feel?"

*sees Yasha's pleading look and starts thinking* Erm... Yasha, I'm tired. Let's retire to bed! *drags Yasha away before anybody could react*

Ryuu catches a glimpse of Yasha's nudity and instantly feels like the most inferior life form at the palace. So much for the big sword...

Yasha turns quickly, his robe slipping off his lap, and manages even more embarrassment. There are Karura-ou and Ryuu-ou, both gazing at him with wide eyes. Yasha snatches up the offending cloth and ties it firmly about his waist. It seems his first romantic outing with Ashura is going to be ruined no matter what. He glances at his beloved. Only Ashura can read the silent pleading in his eyes. *Ashura, say something, do something to get us out of here. I want to be alone with you...*

*He smirked and glanced to Yasha-Ou wryly* My, Oujisan, but aren't we smug today..Is this because you didn't get a piece of sweet Ashura? *Grinning darkly as he crossed his arms, noticing Karura-Ou* "Ahh....Karura-Ou...Nice to see you again. As for Taishakuten's feast, he is currently feasting on Ashura-Ou I imagine.

Ryuu puts his sword aside and sits down on the dead boar. "There's no reason at all for you to be melancholy now! It's too bad Karyoubinga can't come live here with us. Is she still really fragile like she used to be...?

Actually I'm not really hunting for Taishakuten's benefit. See, Ashura has eaten all the wild game around and the Raijin wasn't so happy about that. He'd wanted something a little exotic for his birthday... So I went hunting to prove Ashura really hadn't eaten all of the game, except, well, he has... and I had to go miles to find this pig just to save my friend the piglet! *Looks thoughtfully at Garuda* I wonder what Garuda could come up with. I don't remember you ever using this bird to hunt...

Ah, not much. I've spent my time with my imouto. She's very happy to be alive again.. *starts thinking about the past, and the pain of having her sister lost forever...* Aren't we all? *smiles* Oh, but what am i so melancholic, i was looking at the stars and you just bumped in. So how does Taishakuten like his feast? *starts to have evil thoughts about the feast*

Yasha wonders if Kujaku can feel the heat of his face across the distance between them. He lays one hand on Yamato, which is resting on the grass beside him. "I doubt if you could catch your women so quickly if your wings were clipped..."

[OOC: Will be glad to have Phil back. The blog's been so dead this week!]

*Kujaku flashed Yasha-Ou the same grin back* Well, ofcourse. It *is* mating season for various beings and animals around here. Do you think I'm not good enough to catch a woman, Oujisan? *He smirked and opened his black feathered wings and ruffled the feathers diligently* Have you and Ashura mated, hmmm? (OT: Philotas is absent since she is still moving into her new place...I haven't heard from her lately, but hopefully she'll be back soon! ^__^;;)

Yasha returns Ashura's kisses before holding 'him' at arms' length. "It's all right. I knew you wouldn't go far, so I've been waiting here for awhile. Kujaku has just arrived from a long journey." He glances at Kujaku with an almost mischevious glint. "I hear he has been very busy!!"

Ryuu is tugging with all his might on the hind legs of the dead boar, whose curved tusks have gotten hung up in a rhododendron tree. It doesn't help that rigor mortis has set in and the beast's joints are frozen in place. Seeing Karura, he blinks, then with one mighty effort yanks the animal free. The young king is not about to look weak in front of anyone! The boar falls heavily to the ground and Ryuu waves, grinning cheerfully. "Hello Karura! Oh, I've been out hunting for Taishakuten's birthday feast. It's going to be held pretty soon, you know. But what have you been doing? Where have you been? Long time no see!"

[OOC: Hi Rhea! ^_^ ]

*Kujaku held onto Ashura and smiled* Now you know that I will always love you, puppy-eyes. I'm going to make sure Yasha-Ou continues to take good care of you. How have you two been, hmmm? *He smirked, wanting to hear Ashura's side of the story* (OOC: Welcome to the madness, Rhea!^__^)

Underneath a tree by a beautiful pool Karura wakes up from her slumber... With a hand she strokes gently over Garuda's neck. But the bird seems to be distracted by something moving in some bushes nearby. Karura's warrior reflexes make her jump to her feet and calmly speak out "Come out and show yourself! Don't make me come after you!"
Seeing that the movement didn't cease only fastened she headed towards the bush and with a sling of the sword she cut it down, revealing the intruder... Her eyebrows arched in surprise. "Ryuu...? What are you doing? And what's that boar stuck in the bush?"

[ooc: Hello everyone! Rhea's on the line. ^_^]

Kujaku!! Where have you been?? *killer cuddle* Kujaku don't love Ashura anymore? *remembers that Yasha is here too* Yasha... I'm sorry... I shouldn't have ran away and made you worry *hugs Yasha and pecks him on the cheeks*

*He smiled with sheer delight as he spotted Ashura and welcomed him into his arms* Lonh time no see, puppy. How are things going now days? *He looked at Yasha-Ou through the corner of an eye, grinning* I know it's been a while since we have seen eachother. *Won't tell Ashura he had an affair with a woman while he was away* ^__^;;

Yasha relaxes and lets himself smile as Ashura, wearing Tenou's cape, springs from nowhere to glomp Kujaku. The feathered Trickster does have his good points, including his almost uncanny empathy for Ashura. Yasha wonders briefly about Kujaku's latest liason, shudders momentarily at the thought of "Son of Kujaku," and remains where he is, sitting by the water, part of his robe now discreetly covering his middle. He is relieved that it was Tenou who found and comforted Ashura.

*Ashura accepts his brother's cape and put it on* Thank you... I think I better go look for Yasha. I must have made him worried by just running off. *Ashura smiles at his brother and walks off in search of his beloved*

*Ashura finally finds Yasha but he is talking to somebody. Ashura takes a peek and realised that it was Kujaku* KUJAKU!!~~~ *flying glomp*

*Kujaku smiled and proceeded to stand there. He would take-up Yasha-Ou's suggestion, even if it was meant to be sarcastic* Actually, I've been with a woman. She's like me...A child of Sin...Quite beautiful, too. Though, let's not talk about that now...I'm more interested in finding out what is going on with you and the sweet puppy.

*He moaned as he could feel the Raijin's tongue circling his navel. He knew his lover all too well that he would soon go much lower with it and tease* ~Do not think of leaving me like this, Taishakuten...I want you and I want you now...~ *Taishakuten should know not to tease him too much...Especially if he is in heat*

"No." Yasha says flatly. "I do not care to share. But perhaps you are eager to share everything you have done since you've been away?" His voice hints of sarcasm.

I am glad you know where you belong, my only love... because I'll never let you go again *proceeds to kiss his lover passionately, exploring his mouth with his own tongue and then moving his attention to other parts of Ashura-ou's body* Do you like that, my beautiful one? And what about this? *smirking at his lover as his tongue runs down to his navel...* You know, I was thinking I really should attend affairs of the state soon... Heaven knows what it's going on while I'm here with you... *actually only teasing Ashura-ou with the idea of leaving him unsatisfied*

"Satisfy him"?!?! Ashura... So that is why you have taken your adult form! Well... *feeling bad for his brother, he offers him his cape* Here, take this, or you'll catch a cold... Don't be upset, I am sure Yasha loves you just the way you are...

*He grinned and looked down at the Bushinshou* Ahh, it seems to me things are not going so well, Oujisan? I usually see Ashura clinging to you like glue, but he's no where to be found now. Care to share? *Grinning again*

Yasha sighs deeply, controlling his reflex to cut down the nearest tree. "Who needs children when you are around?" he says acidly, still refusing to look Kujaku in the eye.

*He laughed merrily. Simply how the Mazoku was....* Well, now...Let me guess...You are doing one of those "Streaking" activities for the maidens of the Palace? Hmm, wait, it couldn't be that...Oh, no, no, no...It must be for Ashura...But why you would you? You can never have children with Ashura...*He was always like this, especially with Yasha-Ou...He loved pestering the Bushinshou with a passion. And he usually got the best results!*

Ryuu marches through the dark woods, a dead boar slung over his shoulders, grumbling to himself about Taishakuten's sudden odd craving for wild game ^_^ It's taken him days to catch the creature, as Ashura has already eaten most of the wild animals around for a radius of many miles... (Thus inciting the Raijin's wrath) It's been a long hunt, and more to keep Ashura out of trouble than to please the Raijin, but Ryuu isn't stopping now until he gets back to the palace... and he's nearly there. He hopes his playmate is OK and that Tai hasn't done anything rash during his absence...

Yasha doesn't move a muscle at Kujaku's approach, nor acknowledge him in any way... Merely sits there by the pond. Although inwardly he is cringeing with annoyance and embarassment, and a faint blush, invisible in the dim light, creeps over his face...

*Kujaku had been away for a long time. But it was a personal issue. He swooped down to the Palace and folded his magnificent black wings before he spotted a naked Yasha-Ou wandering around and a grin formed upon his lips wickedly. He slowly crept up behind him and......* Well, hello there, Oujisan. Do you always celebrate the coming of the new season by walking about the Palace Garden naked? ^__^ *That grin was still painted on his lips as he waited for the Bushinshou to turn around and attempt to whack him with Yamato* (OOC: For those who don't know, Oujisan means "Uncle" but Kujaku uses it in a slang manner toward Yasha-Ou as referring to him as "Old man" or "Pops" which I absolutely love! Hehehe, yeah, it's me, Ashura-Ou ^__^)

Yasha decides the best course of action is to wait for his beloved. Yamato can find Shurato, but the reverse is also true. Ever patient, he spreads out his brown robe by the waterside and sits down on it, looking up at the night sky. His mind is filled with possibilities...

*Ashura-Ou shook his head and smiled at the Raijin* I am very well, my lover...I shall devote all of my attention to you and you alone. *Though in the back of his mind he couldn't help but wonder what all was going on with Yasha-Ou and Ashura. He wanted them to be happy...But if he knew what was going on now...* Take me, Taishakuten...Remember, I promised myself to you long, long ago...Take what is and always will be rightfully yours.

*Ashura hears his brother's voice. 'He' wipes his tears away and turned to face the man* Ten-Ou... *before he could continue tear began to well up in 'his' eyes again* I'm *sniffs* ... I'm not worthy *sniffs and wipes 'his' tears*... of Yasha. I'm not whole... I can never satisfy him... *weeps silently* Please, if you see Yasha don't tell him I'm here *goes back weeping*

[ooc: Gosh, all the characters are taken except Garuda O_o Erm... I think I'll take Souma ^_^; Yoey is on vacation is I shall wait patiently for her to be back.]

*Ten-ou is wandering thru the gardens. He's been busy planning the wedding with his beautiful Kendappa and is now taking a little time to relax in the moon-lit gardens while searching for his beloved. However, he runs into someone else entirely during his walk* O.o *He freezes in shock, spotting the adult version of his brother Ashura, completely naked and hiding behind some bushes... maybe Dark Ashura is about to start another armageddon?! Perhaps not, the prince realizes on second thought. Ashura seems to be crying... Slowly he approaches his hiding place* Ashura? Is that you? Brother, are you alright? *His voice full of concern*

[OOC: Yes, it's me, Phil, doing a double entry! Hehe! ^___^]

*Oblivious to the mind conversation between his lover and Ashura, Taishakuten however notices that the beautiful god's mind is wandering* What is it, Ashura-ou? You seem distracted... *Losing his lover's attention now is out of the question, therefore Taishakuten proceeds to pin the warrior lord to the bed under his own weight* *whispering huskily into Ashura-ou's ear* I don't want you to drift away from me now, gorgeous one. You better pay attention to me... or else... *grins wickedly at Ashura-ou*

Yasha bends quickly but calmly to pick up their clothes before following his love. "Ashura!" he calls. "Do not be fearful! Trust your Yasha! Trust yourself! I would never torment you with the impossible, and neither will your own heart!" He pauses by a small pool glimmering under the stars and glances around. He knows Ashura has heard him. Perhaps "he" is crying now, hidden nearby in some dark place... Ashura will not go far without his clothes. Yasha realizes that his own feeling of unworthiness has been echoed by Ashura as if their minds had touched... Their minds... That might be the answer! "Ashura! Please, come back to me... I need you with me always..." He hefts the ever-present Yamato. The sword can lead him to Shurato, but he wishes fervently that Ashura would return on his own.

[OOC: Hi Rhea! Hope you have lots of fun here! ^_^ ]

(OOC Entry: Well I think I'd like to also take up Kujaku's role. I know he loves harassing Yasha-Ou and I'd have a ball doing that....He loves to call Yasha-Ou "Oujisan" which is sooo funny, LOL)

*clueless, Ashura is completely clueless as to what he is suppose to do. He looks up at Yasha with pleading eyes.* Yasha... *After what he father just said to 'him' made him felt worse* I've... I've... nothing for you to touch or explore TT I'm so not worthy of you *runs off*

[ooc: Gomen! Made a mistake, Rhea is playing Karura not Kujaku ^^; Anyway, I'll update the character info... so Phil is playing Ten-Ou and Kellie is playing Ryuu-Ou, erm Ashura you taking any secondary characters? I'll choose last ^_^]

*He then could hear his offsprings' plea and he would do his best to answer...* ~Ashura, I gather that you are both disrobed? I suggest that you merely explore one another and see what pleases you both. See where Yasha-Ou likes to be touched, and you make sure that you allow him to explore you...~ Even though you do not have anything to touch.... -.-;; *Makes sure no one could hear that...He would never mean it in a demeaning way. He loves his child*

*Ashura-Ou was indeed shivering as he opened his golden eyes to gaze upward to his lover, lifting a hand to caress his face tenderly. He hoped that his only child was having a pleasant time with Yasha-Ou. He wanted them both to be happy...* I know, Raijin...Please...just kiss me...Make love to me again. {Welcome, Rhea! Jem, you'd better update the availability of characters! ^__^;; hehe. Great to have you back, Philotas!}

*Taishakuten looks at Ashura-ou shivering under his ministrations and chuckles* I bet Yasha-ou is having a hard time right now... I'm glad you and I are not going to have the same problems. You are so totally NOT genderless, my love... *trailing his hands down his lover's abdomen*

[OOC: I would take my favorite ouji back for the time being, until someone new grabs him and unless someone wants to challenge me for it... hehe, sorry Tiff, but I really wouldn't know what to make of Karura... Oh, but what am I seeing? A new player for Kujaku?! Yuppi!!! Welcome, Rhea!!]

Yasha sees Ashura's impatience has melted somewhat at his quick disrobing, and it is difficult for him to not be overly conscious of himself-- of his hirsute skin contrasted with Ashura's smoothness, and his animal excitement contrasted with Ashura's charming dismay. Of course they are familiar with each other's appearances, but Ashura has never seen Yasha in this kind of state before. Yasha is certainly not going to rush things. This beautiful and unique being before him seems as delicate as porcelain, both physically and emotionally, yet is as challenging as any obstacle he has ever encountered. How to best pleasure his genderless beloved...? He has his ideas, but perhaps they must wait a little. "Don't worry, Ashura," he says tenderly, understanding that Ashura, too, is now at a loss. "We will find our way together. There is no hurry. My wish is only to comfort you."

[Actually, I have several different ideas ^_^ Having written this stuff for a year now! Don't spill the beans, Phil... Ashura is in good hands... I'm glad you like my character idea, and would like to play Ryuu as my secondary character, if no one else minds...]

*Ashura blushed as Yasha robes slip to the ground* Ya...Yasha, No... Please don't say that. You're so beautiful, so perfect, so whole and so big, it is I who is unworthy of you.

*Sends a telephatic message to his father* Father, what am I suppose to do now?

Yasha, promise that you'll never leave me...

[ooc: I think it should be ok, so erm... if you want a secondary role then take your pick ^_^. Anyway, I really have no idea how Ashura is going to go at it ^^;;]

*While lost in the contemplation of Ashura-ou, Taishakuten remotely thinks of everything that they have gone thru and he moves to embrace his lover tightly* You mean so much to me... I'll never let go of you again... You are mine... *His hands keep roaming on his lover's body, in a hungrier fashion now, witnessing his growing arousal...*

[OOC: I agree with Kellie, I don't think it would be a bad idea to play multiple roles until we get more players...]

Ashura's kiss is surprisingly adept and Yasha enjoys every moment of it, meanwhile caressing his companion all over, starting at the nape of the neck, taking his time. He can feel the other's impatience, but Ashura of all people needs to realize there is more to mating than sex alone. As their lips slowly break apart, Yasha undoes Ashura's belt and lets it drop to the grass. Slowly he slips the fine white tunic off over Ashura's head, and that cascade of exquisite jet hair tumbles back down over bare shoulders. The starlight and moonlight reflect on Ashura's alabaster skin and Yasha stands still for long moments, admiring the unique and graceful beauty of his beloved. "Ashura. I also have waited for this day. We have both been waiting so needlessly... Here is a bed of flowers for you, beloved... And here am I." Yasha undoes his own robe and lets it slip off, smiling a little, almost apologetically, as if to say: "This is what I am, but I do not feel worthy of you." [OOC: Kujaku too...? I wonder, can we play multiple roles here, leaving our second choice role officially "open" for new takers?]

*Ashura-Ou moaned as he could feel the Raijin's fingers bringing their sweet erotic caresses to his body. He was eager to be taken tonight and he looked into his lover's silverine gaze. How beautiful Taishakuten was. He, alone, held so much of his own beauty. It fascinated the God-King* Yes, Raijin...I want to treasure each moment we share together...

*Inside the chamber, Taishakuten leads his beloved Ashura-ou towards the bed, making him lay down and tracing with feathery touches of his long fingers the warrior god's smooth skin and soft hair* *whispering huskily* Golden eyes, silken hair, velvet skin... indeed you are the finest material around... and so much more... *In a very very rare romantic and gentle mood, the Raijin bends down to caress his lover's mouth with his lips* I surely hope there are no further interruptions, my own one, I want you to pay attention to nothing but the pleasure I am going to give you...

[OOC: Sorry about being lazy these days in posting, I'm still busy moving! Well, what's going on here? We lost Kujaku too? ARGH!!! I mean, what can poor Tai do at this point besides taking on Ashura-ou? There is almost no one to kill around - well, threaten at least... ^__^;;;;]

*Ashura buries his face into Yasha broad, muscled chest* Yasha... I've waited so long for this day to come. The day when you'll no longer treat me as just your ward... a child... *looking up into Yasha's eyes he slowly cupped his face and pulled him down into a passionate kiss*

[ooc: Sorry! Been very busy these days, the lack of sleep is getting to me -_-]

"Ashura," Yasha says softly, enveloping his love in his arms. "Speak to me..." [OOC: Hello... Anyone home?? Takes at Least two to tango... ^_^; ]

*Ashura-Ou smiled up to his gracious and forgiving lover as his mind closed-off from anything else and only left it to focus on the Raijin Taishakuten at this time. He loved the Thunder God and Emperor very much* Yes...Take me away, make love to me again... I so desire you, need you, want you... *That whisper of words came out in husky tones*

*extremely pleased with his lover's responsiveness, Taishakuten guides him towards their room again, then remembering the bed has collapsed he picks one of the guest chambers and takes Ashura-ou inside it* Yes... time to alone once more... *All the people in the palace very happy that Ashura-ou is keeping Taishakuten occupied to that he doesn't have time to do mass murder the Raijin way* Come, beloved, you son is in good hands... *saying that simply to take Asuhra-ou's mind definitely off his offspring*

The palace garden is exquisite, with many hidden nooks. Night-blooming lotuses decorate the pools and flowering trees are laden with blossoms. A faint warm breeze stirs Yasha's hair and makes Ashura's clothes flutter delicately, but the environment only serves to make them more oblivious to all but each other. Yasha wants to make Ashura so happy, his heart aches as he traces the fine lines of his beloved's face... [OOC: Yep, those good old cliches still work ^_^]

*Ashura-Ou's body was completely heated for the Raijin's touches. He wanted him all day and all night. This was going to be some sensual mating fest. And Yasha-Ou would finally lose his virginity! Woo-hoo! All hail mating season!* Taishakuten...Take me...

Yasha takes Ashura's slim white hand warmly in his, allowing his eyes to linger over the lithe form beside him. He realizes now he had been avoiding even looking at his companion in this way for untold years. He had been avoiding his emotions as well, but he feels them now, for Ashura is an innocent beauty the likes of which will never again be seen in Tenkai... and his. Ashura's golden eyes are full of trust, the beautiful face upturned to his. With a deep sigh Yasha succumbs, bending a little to place the lightest and gentlest kiss imaginable on those delicate pink lips. As he does so, it seems like a terrible weight has fallen from his shoulders. Yasha and Ashura are finally free. "Come with me..." Yasha whispers, with the utmost tenderness... There is a lovely garden just outside. Night has fallen and the moon is full... [OT: All right folks, you've just unleashed my fav pairing... Much more to come... And Tai is right about the neat tricks... ^_^;; ]

*Excited in more ways than one, Ashura-Ou allowed his eyes to close as he could feel the Raijin's lips bruising his own in a passionate kiss filled with much stimulation. He was still in heat, but that never clouded how much desire he held for the man known as Taishakuten, God of Thunder, devious Emperor of Tenkai. He wanted this to go on forever and ever, never ceasing, never allowing their love to be torn away from eachother* ~Take me again, Raijin...I want more...Let us go somewhere private again...~ *His eyes, had they been open, would have been hazed and his black pupils mere slits, showing his arousal*

*Forever the sensualist, Taishakuten arches into his lover's touch, returning his kiss with fervor* Awww, my only one... You know me too well... *glancing sideways at Yasha-ou, lips curving in a lopsided grin... silver eyes hazed with lust* If you really wish to waste your time on the pest, just look closely, you'll learn some neat tricks... neat tricks indeed... *As he speaks, the Raijin's hands sneak inside Ashura-ou's robe, stroking the warrior god's flesh underneath*

*Hearing his father's explanation, Ashura turned towards Yasha* Yasha, I'm all yours... teach me *'he' whispered sensuously into Yasha's ears*

In only a few brief seconds, things have changed forever for Yasha. It seems one of his most hidden yet cherished dreams, a fantasy he had never dared hope might one day come to pass, could indeed come true. He had known in his heart that one day Ashura would be ready for love, yet he had completely missed the moment. But Ashura-ou had recognized his love for his son, and has done all but put Ashura's hand in his. Yasha feels sudden warmth for the noble Ashura-ou, whom before he had regarded as more interested in the Raijin than his unfortunate offspring. Obviously this has never been the case; the overtones of Ashura-ou's mental speech had resonated with deep emotion. At the same time, the realization that Ashura has grown up without him ever really seeing it is a strange feeling for Yasha. His role in Ashura's life is changing. It is also disturbing, for Ashura is truly genderless and may be frustrated or disappointed if they mate. But that is a challenge yet to come. What Yasha wants most is Ashura's forgiveness. Silently he offers his hand to his beloved.

*Hearing such words of accusation made toward him by the Raijin stung him deeply and he turned quickly and went to the Raijin, his hand grabbing the taller God's groin, not hard, but rather in a stimulating manner as he bore his sharp fangs, his golden eyes gazing dangerously up at Taishakuten's own. He proceeded to voice in telepathic means* ~Don't you *ever* tell me that I am using you...I love you, Taishakuten...~ *And with that, he pushed his lips against Taishakuten's, kissing him passionately*

*Usually the Raijin would be inclined to just grab his lover and throw him back on the bed, but he becomes unusually bitter and sad when abandoned right after love-making...* Fine, fine, you go on telling your son about the birds and the bees, what do I care? I suppose your mating season is over, and you don't need me anymore... It's always like that, isn't it? You use me and then throw me away... All you care about is your offspring... Fine, I'll just keep myself entertained torturing Bishamonten... *approaching his general with a dangerous expression on his face*

*Ashura-Ou's expression was indeed appraising toward the Bushinshou. He was happy to know that Yasha-Ou desired his off-spring. He would send a mental message to him* ~I am very proud of you, Yasha-Ou. You have always kept the promise to me that you made when I gazed into your young eyes when you were a young man...You told me you would always protect my Ashura, no matter what...That your arms would always be outstretched, your hands offered...You are an example of nobility and courage itself. I am not angry with you for your mistake...I know you are only thinking of Ashura's well-fare first.~

*Ashura-ou WOULD address his child responsibly just this once,* Yasha thinks ironically. *Why is it any time I stretch the truth, I get caught??* But in fact, Yasha wouldn't mind mating with the grownup Ashura one bit... Has entertained the thought many times but then has rejected even the idea, not wanting to spoil Ashura's "innocence..." His protective instincts are so strong they extend even to this aspect of their relationship. In the hectic pace of babysitting child-Ashura, it is very easy for him to forget Ashura also is more than a child. But Ashura is the most beautiful person in the world to him, and the father has just clued the son in on the fact their mating can really be done-- and given the permission Yasha has always somehow felt was needed. Unfortunately, Yasha has just been caught in a lie and is going to have to explain himself to a very wounded-looking Ashura... And a very sad-looking Ashura-ou. Feeling more empathy and less irritation now Ashura-ou has finally done his paternal duty properly, Yasha walks up to them slowly. "Ashura," he says tenderly, "If you wish to mate with me, I would be more than willing to teach you, for I love you more than anyone else in the world. But you must act your age, or I will always treat you as only a child. I cannot mate with a child. That is why I lied to you just now... And also why I have not spoken of mating before. Can you forgive your Yasha?" Lost in Ashura's gaze, he senses Ashura-ou's appraising glance and is satisfied. Rarely does he speak so openly, and Ashura-ou, at least, knows he is not lying now.

*He and the Raijin and finished mating and he'd come out and spotted his child* Ashura...Teach you to mate?? *Color drains from his beautiful face. He knew Ashura could mate, as even though born without a gender, Ashura still had organs to go to the bathroom with, though not for any other purpous. He didn't want to disappoint his only child. He had to tell Ashura something good* *sigh* Ashura...You must realize that you are neither a male, nor are you female...You cannot create life, though you *can* mate with Yasha-Ou, which I think would be very sweet. You both belong together and I only want for your happiness.You would need to be female to bear his child, you know...*He wished that there was something he could do to change Ashura's status from genderless to gender-bending*

Yasha... I'm NOT a child. I'm already 300 old years old. And I can look older if I want to >_< So now that I prove that I'm older, can I mate too?? I wanna make Yasha's baby! Then I can have anther playmate! *spots his father and runs up to him* Daddy! Teach me how to mate!

*He stared up at the Raijin, now that the bed had collapsed* What the--?! We will have to move our festivities elsewhere, my love...Surely the next chamber is not occupied? (OT: Hey Philotas, send some pics to Jem and she can make you new Taishakuten icons! ^__^)

"Uh... Mating season." Yasha stutters, mentally curses Ashura-ou, wishes he were a thousand miles away fighting a dozen Mazoku, feels a bit faint, turns red, then plunges in and does his best. "No, I'm sorry Ashura, that's a grown-up's game that you can't play just yet." *If ever* Daddy screams again, and sudden thoughts of revenge cross Yasha's mind. He decides to twist the truth just a bit. "Mating season is when all the birds and bees and gods are making their babies. Your father is trying to make a baby with Taishakuten. Next time you talk with him, be sure and ask him if he's pregnant! But--" Yasha whispers conspiratorially, "The more people watch, the less likely it is to happen. So we shouldn't watch. All right? And neither should Bishamonten!" *killer glare at Bishamonten*

*He'd never thought that he really needed to explain mating to his child, given that Ashura couldn't do that type of thing. He'd always felt total and complete blame. His child became unto the world with no gender, unable to carry-out their bloodline..How he wished for that so...He still did. He could still have children, but he'd have to choose a female...The Raijin wouldn't agree with that...But maybe the Raijin would bend a little to please his lover?* (OT: I've got new icons! Thanks, Jem! ^__^)

Are you enjoying yourself, my precious one? *Apparently the only one not having fun in the room is the bed, which suddenly decides it has endured enough, and that it can't stand it any longer... A loud crack is heard as the wooden frame collapses under the maddening pace and force of the two gods' activities. The Raijin curses under his breath, trying to sort out the mess of body limbs, splintered bed-posts and silken bed-spreads.* Oh, damn...

[OOC: Happy birthday, Yume!]

Yasha, can we go watch? *points at Bishamonten* See! he's watching too!

[ooc: SUSHI!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!~~~]

should i escape? run away as far as possible so Taishakuten couldn't find me after his mating season? or should i stay and watch this enjoyable SM scene?

Raijin!!
Ashura!!
Ahhhh~~~
Noooo!!!
Harder!!!
Oww....

i think i'll stay... *crouches behind the door and peeks in*

*piku* Yasha... what's all that noise?? And I think I hear Daddy saying something about mating season from afar. What is it? And why can't I mate too? Can I mate with Yasha??

[ooc: Hey! Anyone of you wants multiple character pics? Like with different expressions? Just send me the faces and I'll create them for you ^_^]

Yasha stops in his tracks, mortified by the clear sounds of Ashura-ou and Taishakuten echoeing distantly down the halls. There's no hiding this commotion from Ashura... Those little pointed ears are the keenest in Tenkai! He glances up at the small figure on his shoulder. Yasha likes the truth, but it's not really his place to explain what's going on here... That's Ashura-ou's job... *sweatdrops as Ashura's ears prick up at the sound of Daddy's voice*

*Ah, yes, the servants and palace royals alike had paused in what they were doing as they could hear the loud moaning and screaming coming from the chambers in the west wing. Ashura-Ou went through these mating seasons several times a month, times alternating at some point there-in. His child, ofcourse, did not have to withstand these seasons, given that he was actually not a he or a she...Blessing or curse? Ashura-Ou sees it a curse, as he had wanted grandchildren!* Oh, Taishakuten....*moan* (OT: Heheh ^__^ Welcome back, Philotas. *huggle*)

*Taishakuten takes advantage of Ashura-ou's breathlessness, due to all that tickling, and he easily takes hold of the g-string the warrior god is wearing, giving a good tug downwards and discarding the skimpy garment in the matter of an instant* *whispering huskily* Oh, my my, what do we have here? Your mating season is on, isn't it? *The Raijin, after undressing quickly and letting Ashura-ou have a good look at his body, lays down with his beloved and disappears with him under the silken sheets. In the halls of the palace strange sounds and loud screams and moans are heard.*

Mentally thanking the higher gods, Yasha hugs Ashura tightly before setting him up on his shoulder. "Your Daddy has gone off somewhere to play," he tells him as, sheathing Yamato, he carries Ashura away, leaving the servants to put out the flaming draperies. *Kujaku went to a lot of effort to forge Yamato,* he thinks as he walks. *But its Ashuric magic just doesn't seem to work that well. Ashura always manages to change back to the good side on his own... Which, in the long run, is an encouraging thought.* Aloud he continues, "I think he's playing hide-and-seek again." *And every time I say that, Ashura-ou always comes back the next morning looking like he's been through a battle... Which, in a sense, I suppose he has... It's so difficult to explain away those hickeys... Ashura always thinks he just fought a Mazoku... His father's running out of Mazoku stories. I just hope Taishakuten never hears him telling his son about "the big one that got away!"*

*was about to burn Yasha to ashes* Eh? Yasha?? YASHA!! *flying glomp* I want Daddy!!

[OOC: I was away on a trip... just came back yesterday ^^ Phil is back and now we need to get the rest back too. Yoey! Where are you?]

*His eyes widened as he was suddenly being tickled mercilessely by the Raijin Taishakuten. He'd never imagined that he had a playful side* xD !!!!! RAIJIN!!!! *He squirmed and wiggled underneath Taishakuten, laughing so hard he felt his breath shortening. He had a painful erection and this was not helping it any, although he probably did deserve it for allowing Bishamonten to see him in a state of practical nudity*

*glaring at his lover* I should hold back on you... Really, I have done so much for you, and this is how you repay me... I do not enjoy the thought of you showing off for Bishamonten, even if it's just for your amusement. *taking a good look at Ashura-ou's state of undress and swallowing* I suppose I can forgive you, though, if... *scowl turns into a feral grin suddenly, as he climbs over Ashura-ou and pins him against the bed with his weight, pressing their groins together* ...if you... *silver eyes shining with pure mischief* ...can endure one whole minute of... *long pause to add suspense* TICKLING!!!! *starts tickling his lover mercilessly*

[OOC: maybe that's not very much in line with Tai's character, but hey, I can't go SM here, can I?!]

Meanwhile elsewhere, Yasha still faces Dark Ashura over the gleaming blade of Yamato, unaware of anything but the demon of flame before him, waiting for Ashura to make the next move.

*Now pinned to that bed within their private chambers, Ashura-Ou's eyes bore mere black slits embedded in that piercing gold color as he gazed into the silverine crystals that were the eyes of his lover* Raijin...I've missed you...I want you to take me, claim me, make me yours again. Did I not express to you earlier that I merely enjoy teasing Bishamonten? Clearly he has the hots for me, but you know I belong to you as well as I. I would never let him touch me other than visually speaking. I had hoped you would enjoy me wearing this gift...I know I was a bit stubborn at first...Not wanting to try it on and all. But here I am...*Hoping the Raijin would now calm down just a little and screw his brains out*

*The Raijin had momentarily abandoned his lover only to go get the scented oil Ashura-ou so much loved to be massaged with, but upon his return he finds a scene he certainly was not expecting. He bends to pick up the robe Ashura-ou has carelessly let down on the floor and envelopes the sex-starved anti-heaven in it, while giving Bishamonten the evil glare of death* I thought I warned you already, DIDN'T I?! *turns to Ashura-ou, his hard look mildening only a tiny fraction* I am disappointed in you, and I won't miss to show it in time, my own one... I understand you have urges that need to be sated, but nonetheless I shall not allow you to behave this way. *Taishakuten uncerimoniously picks up his lover and throws him above his shoulder, opening the door to their private apartment* In the name of the time you spent serving me, Bishamonten, I'm giving you a head start, but I'm coming after you after I have dealt with my naughty one. If you hide well, you might even survive... *chuckles darkly as he closes the door behind himself. Finally he and Ashura-ou are alone. Taishakuten sets the warrior god down on the silk covered bed and stares down at him, a very displeased expression on his face.* Very well, lover mine... I hope you have a very good explanation for your behavior...

[OOC: Sorry for the long absence, you guys, but I'm back now! And if anyone cares, I was looking for an apartment to move in with my boy-friend, and found it! Gosh, I can't wait, I will be living with him shortly! YEAYYY!!!]

*Ashura-Ou smiled as he recieved Bishamonten's compliment* Well, I would never wear this in public, Bishamonten. Not appropriate. *Grins* You *know* Taishakuten would not be very pleased. Do you want him to decapitate your head from your body? Yes, I will admit, I *am* in need right now...My mating season is still upon me and with no satisfaction. *He decided to tease Bishamonten again and began to remove the g-string which would result in a NAKED Ashura-Ou! Also resulting in multiple nose-bleeds as well* (OT: I have no idea where Philotas is...She told me she was returning home on Sunday and she never came online to chat with me and has not answered my e-mails. I hope she's alright. Hopefully she'll be back! Ashura-Ou needs his mating urges suppressed! Well, I guess Bishamonten oculd remedy that, muwahaha...By the way, Philotas lives in Italy. ^__^)

Ttthh... that looks perfect on you, Ashura-ou! you should never take it off, even if you're going out to a crucial meeting with your fellow citizens! they'll admire you even more if you wear the g-string! *nosebleed again* and since Taishakuten is not here, maybe we could continue what we were doing before been interrupted by my master?? *drools at Ashura-ou's body*

Yasha, you're still saving the world while everyone else is looking at Ashura-ou's seductive body?? and where's Ashura? i thought he'll be happy to see his dad in a g-string...

Yasha replies while his gaze is still locked with the defiant Dark Ashura's. "Thank you but no, Bishamonten. At the moment I'm trying to stop the destruction of the entire world and everything in it." He draws Yamato and the weapon blazes with light. (OT: Hi there, Bish, I'm sorry I didn't greet you either!!)

*He began to Vogue like Madonna when he realized that Bishamonten saw him in the g-string. He turned around. He enjoyed visually torturing Bishamonten* Hmm....do you like it? *Unaware that Bishamonten is forming some evil plan* (OT: Philotas should be back today)

*nosebleeds at the sight* Geez, Ashura-ou, that g-string looks great on you!! it shaped your sexy body perfectly! *drools* and my master is not here again... *brain start to work out an evil plan*

YASHA-OU!! you want another rebellion?

*(ooc) Yasha! sorry i didn't welcome you, and sorry everyone for not posting often, and T.T that Phil had gone to holiday, i was expecting the post where Tai sees Ash in the g-string...*