Territory of the Wolf and Undead

[Rikugurl]

"Farewell..." Ven spoke softly as Sora started to walk off, having a good feeling where he was headed. Lilo was a mark that could not be forgotten and if his words were true the night before, she had indeed bewitched him. He would never thunk that a girl he once played with was indeed a witch nor would ever thunk a witch would be such a true being. But if vampir, lycan and others were as real as he, a witch was plausible as well. With the question from his youngest, his eyes only averted to the ground. "Truly... I believe he has just become a mouse in the house of a cat. Though if he are as clever and quick as a mouse, he will survive."

He slowly turned to face his mirrored brother before giving him a shaky smile. "I believe in him though and I have true feelings that Lilo will make sure he stays unharmed to the best ability she can muster." His eyes shifted as he heard some blades of grass being crumpled under boots, seeing a tall figure coming from the shadows. It was tall enough with such unruly hair that he knew quite well who it was. "Your lover approaches. Just remember that it is fine to fret for a loved one but too much will be bad upon you as well. We must have faith that he shall be smart and sane and that God will watch over him still this night."

Speaking of God...
"I must hasten for I am surely late for my lessons."

[Reno]

Roxas tilted his head some at his brother's words but was wise not to speak aloud, merely nodded and watching his second brother leave as well. He had a feeling these lessons had something to do with his sibling's previous mentions of a wolf... but until he could find confinement with Ventus he could not know what it was for surely such a secret was meant for only trusted ears.

Not to say he did not trust Axel. He merely knew his loyalty with their master was thicker then that with his brother. He played with the idea gently in his mind wondering if he followed the same notions as his foolish brother... what would Axel have done had he been in such a position?

He shook away those thoughts as he faced his lover, knowing to think further on them would merely make him mad. "Shall... we continue our training?" He said lightly, doing his best not to think on the troubling occurrences of the night.


Three nights would pass, time growing nearer and nearer of the full moon as well as mating season. The manor, to the brothers, felt strangely empty without their sibling's cheer to greet them every evening, though the other Vampirs seemed hardly affected - except perhaps Axel who did not like seeing his own lover down so.

Ven did indeed find a new room to board in though, feeling unsettled within the large walls... but still lonely. But in those small spaces Roxas was able to capture his attention and there he learned precisely what his sibling had been up to - and learned much about what Sora had done as well. Learning of the teaching wolf nearly sounded like madness to him - yet his brother seemed a bit unhappy with him as he had not been about the library for the past few nights. And Sora... who had not only founded Lilo but fallen for her... and Lilo being the true witch... it was much to take in. The secrets were hard to keep from his lover but he knew he must.

It was also the night before that Sora kept his promise, catching Ven in the woods to let him know precisely where he was housed. To little surprise, he was indeed rooming with Lilo, sleeping within the darkness of her basement during the day. She had embraced the idea quite readily and happily - and even complimented his decision which boosted his confidence and adoration. He even announced, with much pride, he had built a coffin for himself in case he were to need it and he brought back his kills for his darling's dinner like a true man. But he grew to recognize his brother's unease, and was soon to address it.
"Whatever is wrong, brother?"
"It is nothing..." The stern look of the other broke open his words, "It is just... Terra had not been by in the past few nights and he was not again tonight. I... have been wondering what happened to him."
"Well do not simply wonder Ventus! You know where he resides - go ask him! Tomorrow - go to him and demand answers."


A black nose twitched before a snarl rumbled in gamma's chest, circling the tree with agitation. What brashness his uncle had, urinating on his father's territory like it was his own! He pretended like he was so intelligent and unseen - he and his pack of dogs! But Terra was making sure to stay within a mile or so of Aqua at all times - close enough to hear her howls if she was attacked.

Xigbar thought he was winning... but Terra was not an unintelligent man. He knew he was trying to insight blind rage within him so he would make a mistake - perhaps to even search out him and call for battle where he would be ambushed and taken down by not just the man but an entire pack. It was unfortunate for he his efforts were being wasted!

[Rikugurl]

"Mmmmmmmmmhhm~~ Mmmmmhhhmmmhhhhhhhhhhm~" A beautiful voice hummed as a maiden walked around her small flat, watering the flowers she had obtained. She found it rather odd that many of the men in this city eyed her and she had received countless pieces of tokens for their admiration. It was the lack of a ring upon her finger that made many believe she was but a new single woman to the city. Her beauty was unique and she had the innocence of a village girl which attracted the less outgoing fellows. But as they swooned her for days, some hearts were broken when she spoke that she had already obtained a true love.

As she got to her bedroom, she smiled as a pair of red and white roses on her vanity that seemed almost ready to bloom. "Ah, you seem like you need some help, my lovelies~" The woman smiled as she came over, placing her watering pot upon the floor before her fingers glided across the pedal tips and like majick, they fanned out beautifully, coming into bloom. "See? You are truly beautiful now. Do not fret and show yourselves~" More started to bloom by her hand but as she pulled away, she paused, feeling a presence before gasping some, seeing a man in the door frame. "Oh Sora! I hadn't seen you there~ Was your rest well?"


He knew it was not wise to come so close to the territory that the wolves still reigned over but he had taken his brother's words to heart. He had been worried as he sat upon the chairs of the library, waiting for his teacher to show only to leave near dawn to return home. The only benefit this left him was that he had some more books under his belt and now he was more than eager to talk to Terra about them. Blue eyes scanned the area, his nose picking up the worst of smells. He had never smelt such horrible scents upon the trees he passed, wishing he could find a barber now to have him snip off his nose. It was becoming near impossible to smell the wolf he was tracking the further he entered the woods.

[Reno]

"It was delightful. And waking up to find you every evening only makes it more perfect." Came the response, the blue-eyed Vampir walking further into the room before he swept her into his arms, dotting a loving kiss upon her lips. He did not lie. Every night he awoke to realize he and she now lived upon the same roof and would forever more was more fascinating then the last.

"Now that I am roused and quite settled upon this lovely home, whatever shall we do today my love?"


Triangular ears stood up then shifted to the sides, suddenly alert and listening. Had it been only a trick of his mind? Surely not. He was certain he had heard the sound of branches rattling in the distance. Did Xigbar think he was so bright - attacking from the west, upwind?

Muscles tensed, the wolfen body quite formidable as his predator came near and as he saw the form materialize he gave a vicious growl and pounce. There was a cry of fear as he brought him down, his heavy weight pinning the other without trouble and his jaws came near enough to bite... until he recognize the scent and he was broken from his thoughts.

"........Ventus?" He raised his head, staring into bright blues of the frightened Vampir He was quick to get off of him, shaking his head, "Whatever in the devil are you doing here?!"

[Rikugurl]

"OOh!!" She called as she was suddenly pulled and twirled around, giggling before their lips met. It was like a demented faerie tale; the love of a witch and her vampir. But she did not care whatever odd glances she would gain at the truth for nothing made her any happier than for him at her side. The boy who she had fancied even as a little girl who had been lost a gone from either runaway or fire was now holding her tight and more handsome than she could ever dream him to become. Her hand reached up, wrapping around the pale neck as their kiss was longer than usual before he let her go.

"Hmmm...." She hummed in question as she thought of answer. "Today is but an understatement, my Sora! For the moon is almost full and beautiful." It was then that she saw some panic in Sora's eyes and she knew instantly what was the matter. Riku had told her of the vicious battle during the night of the full moon between vampir and lycan. "Do not fret, I am sure it will be fine. Beauty always has... a wickedness to it~" She smirked before the watering can was placed in a corner and she wrapped her arms around his neck, looking up into his eyes. "I am but a small village girl, I haven't a clue what may be fun in the dark hours of a city."


The blonde vampir panted as his eyes closed some, knowing his heart would of stopped just now if it were not beating to being with. The wolf seemed tense but it was obvious since the moon was near full and the howls had been easier heard from the manor. The only relief he and his clan mates had received from their master was that the number of wolves wouldn't be as great like last full moon since it was the lycan mating season and with pregnant bellies, they would not risk themselves for some time.

"I... I came to find you." He spoke as he got himself up off the ground, dusting off his clothes. "You have been absent and I worried that something horrible has happened. But worst yet, what is this putrid smell upon this area? It smells as horrible as the alleyway gutters full of waste!"

[Reno]

"Well......." Sora hesitated but grinned a bit wickedly, his eyes seeming to glow with mischief "I am sure even a city girl like you perhaps knows of one of the funnest nighttime activities~" When their lips met this time, so did their tongues, and he heard her squeak some in surprise at the contact. After several moments time he pulled away, grinning ever more, enjoying the sight of her flushed face. It was so different from his brothers', somehow so innocent and delicate. Precious for his eyes and bringing about a need to protect her.

He placed his hand upon her cheek, rubbing the soft skin with his thumb, "Yet again, maybe it is not yet time for that." Now he really was teasing her as she had him that night they first came in contact.


Blue eyes blinked at him, before the wolf tossed his head back and laughed quite loudly, possibly offending the vampir but he could not help it! His words were so accurate, it was wonderfully humorous! It was not until the other snapped at him to quit his jeering that he calmed but his grin was in place as he looked at the other, "Do not take such offense! You simply said such a right thing for something you do not know of."

This made Ven curious, and always sharing knowledge Terra answered, nodding about the trees. "It is the scent of an intruder. A rival pack my uncle is head of has been encroaching on our territory as of late. This is the result. They have urinated on the trees as if to say this area is theirs when it is rightfully not." He scoffed now, "It is a pack full of liars and cheaters, who know no honor. They are as ugly as those alleyway gutters in my opinion."

[Rikugurl]

Her intake of air was quick and shaky as he took her once again, their lips pressing together before his parted and a muscle ran across her flesh. Without any hesitation her mouth opened and almost as instant, their tongues wrapped around each others as her grip upon his nape tightened. Blood rose to her cheeks as she started to blush, feeling how better trained his tongue was than hers for it was the first time she had shared such a kiss with anyone.

When they parted, she panted but a bit, her eyes becoming a shade darker as she looked into her lover's. Her breath had been simply taken away and as she felt his hand upon her face, she started to yearn for more... but it was then that he started up his teasing. "And I should be the wicked one!" She laughed softly before she pressed herself against him, her busty chest pressing together tighter against him. "Perhaps you are wrong, Sora. I have----" She suddenly paused when she heard the sound of a horse outside, making her pull away to rush to her window and looked out.

To her surprise, she saw a beautiful black horse, unsure it if were stallion or mare from the height but what she did know was the man looking up at her. It was the hunter.


"How awful!" Ventus's nose cringed as he learned the truth, making a larger distance between him and the trees. However, his head shook as he tired to ignore the horrible stench of the forest. "Well, you still did not answer me my question about your absence. Could you not of even left me a note... or am I of no importance to you any longer?"

[Reno]

For a moment he was baffled by her stretch of silence and was worried when she yanked from his grasp - but then he too heard the noise of the hoof beats and was quick to attend the window as well, looking outwards. "Ah, it did not take him quite so long to find a steed after all." Sora noted, hiding by the edge of the window but was spotted quite easily. "Perhaps rather we should spend the night doing as we first discussed and giving the hunter a reason to see life in a new... light."

Well now that just sounded like irony. As if vampirs could see light.


"Hmm........" The wolf hummed his eyes narrowed in thought. "Come along, this place is disgusting and I will answer your question." He walked back the other, leading him away from the trees and predictably the man followed though he thought it slightly foolish of him. What if he were leading him astray and further into his pack?

Did Ventus never think of these things? Not that he wished to kill his protege.

Where he lead Ven was to a surprise of his. The riverside where he had first happened upon him. The wolf jumped in with a splash, surprising the Vampir some, and when he surfaced he was again a man. He leaned against the edge, his arms propping up his body some. "Tell me, do you remember that night? Do you remember the woman who attended my side - the one with blue hair?"

[Rikugurl]

Blue eyes narrowed as his sight went to her than to the man who seemed to be hiding, and doing it terribly. His lip rose in discuss as he snarled at the sight that the creature was with the woman once more. Has she honestly become so foolish to trust a vampir living with her? How long would it be until she came to her window no more. He only watched them for a second more before snapping the reigns and off he rode down the brick street.

Lilo pulled away from the window, closing the shutters and turning to her lover. "Perhaps... but what idea shall we came up with. His schedule is much like yours and I certainly cannot adapt it or people will notice me strange. I have found some labor, you know?" Sora seemed shocked by this but she only grinned as she paced around him. "Bless you! For it is nothing laboring. All I do is tend some horses in the afternoon and some paperwork for the Judge."


Ventus once more was able to breath clearly now that they had the fresh smell of the water upon their noses as he sat upon a large rock that many probably sat on to bath themselves. A blush arose from his cheeks when he spotted his lycan companion in his handsome form once again and still yet realized that it aroused every time his eyes saw how handsome this beast was in his human form. But his mind was quick to go back on track, remembering the day when the two, very beautiful, naked women appeared as Terra was bathing.

"Yes... I recall her." He spoke softly, some jealousy on his face as he glanced down at the shore rocks. Let me guess it... she is but your mate."

[Reno]

Hands took her own in larger, paler ones, the man looking over them quite carefully. "As long as your beautiful fingers are not injured then I suppose it does no harm." He rubbed the palms with care, the sensitivity in them obvious as she shivered at the touch.

He looked to her and smiled finally. "As for Riku... I suppose I will approach him when the intuition is right. I am certain I can appeal to his curious side if nothing else."


"Not quite..." The man spoke, not quite noticing the tone of the other's voice. However his answer intrigued the other, and Terra spoke more. "She was meant to be. During the early fall, when new woman are about, a mating ritual takes place every equinox. It is merely a battle between us male wolves for each mate. The winner of each fight is the one who will mate with that female next spring and forever more as mates in our pack are eternal. It is not meant to be a deadly dance but rather simply a power struggle - the strongest produce the best pups. "

He shifted in the water, leaning back against the bank with a troubled visage, "Aqua - that is her name - I had foolish boosted would be my mate by the end of the night. During the fight I had taken out all my competition I had thought... but my uncle snuck upon me and struck me down. So I lost. But that had not appeased him at all - he tried to kill me in that battle. So my father stepped in and scarred him. Shortly afterwards my uncle became a rogue... but his claim upon Aqua still stands even still."

He glanced up at Ven. "Xigbar is a cruel and vile man not suited for her. He destroyed his last mate on a whim of fancy, and his actions are never kind. That night you found me in the forest - the night we met. I was in such a state because he had lowly attacked from behind and attempted to kill me once again. He destroys everything he comes in contact with..." Blue eyes shut and the man sighed.

"Now that it is the mating season he has grown quite vicious among us and it is why I have not attended to you for I must be about to protect her and the others. He is making it so not only her but all of us in danger with his actions. Because you see, until he has physically mated with her, he has no true claim to her." He tilted his head back and looked at the stars. "And I can not let him do so... I must kill him before then because it will be a true tragedy for someone as wondrous as her to mate with a man so cruel and careless."

[Rikugurl]

"What ever do you mean!? You shall not see him without me at your side. Have you already forgotten that he wants nothing more than to have you dead and shall stock this house until he's finished his mission." She crossed her arms and pouted, the look making Sora chuckle but she slowly let them loose before shaking her head. "Please, do not make me beg, my love. Let us... continue on your first idea of the night." She smirked, her eyes becoming dark again as she slowly reached to her hair, pulling out a beautiful hairpiece that made her black curled hair fall upon her shoulders. The pick was placed gently on her vanity before her arms reached back and skilled fingers undid her corset.

It fell upon the floor and she proceeded to step out of it, her hands going to her nightgown straps and pulled them off her shoulders. They slid down her soft, pale skin, the rest of it coming down with it to reveal full breast that would feed a number of babies well. The nightgown continued to drop gracefully around her body, revealing a perfect shape of ribs that were not too skinny and not too pudgy, as perfect as a picture. And then it was her hips revealed before the gown laid upon the floor, her exposed nude body only for him to see and curly, thick black hair hiding her virginity. "Do you still think this is not yet time?"


"How terrible..." The young vampir sighed softly at the story, not believing the amazing struggle. "I did not realize that your life was so complicated. I feel spoiled upon my own life, having only the worry of no blood, the hunter and... the lycan to get in my way." There passed some silence before he smiled. "In your absence though, I was able to read some find literature and acquired you a gift." The man seemed to become quite curious at the gift part, his blue eyes watching carefully as the boy reached into his pocket and pulled out something wrapped in velvet.

Vantus hopped off the rock and walked to the shore bed, leaning down to present the item. He carefully pulled back the cloth to reveal a pure gold pendant... that was the exact same symbol he wore upon his own neck. "Since I knew you were easily poisoned by silver, I had a gold one made for you. You see, my father gave me this when I was but a baby." His clawed nail pointed to the slight heart shape. "This, I believe, resembles the heart, meaning passion," his claw moved lower to the cross shape, "and this, I believe, is the heart fused with a cross, meaning your are passionate with the Lord. For you have helped me so reconnect with my Christianity and gave me hope with God once more, I wish for you to have this as a token of my appreciation."

[Reno]

"Eh, now who is the-" The brunette started to say, but was halted in his words as he watched her beginning to undress, making his eyes widen. As she finished, revealing nothing but herself, he swallowed before licking his lips, a grin growing upon his face. "I suppose.... I may have been mistaken." He closed the distance between them, gently but strongly lifting her and transporting her to her bed.

Soon enough, his clothes would find their way upon the bedroom floor as he found his way into her bed.


"My...." The brunette breathed as he was handed the shining pendant, looking upon it with silent surprise. His thumb ran across the cold metal surface, before he smiled, "What a fine piece." He inspected the back of it, seeing the large nitch where a chain could go... or perhaps...

"I hope it will not offend you if I were to make it my belt buckle. As a necklace it will easily get lost." He had few worries about his clothes on most days - but smaller items he found often got taken away. He surmised they became part of bird's nests. And now with so many being born as it was not just lycan mating time but the forests, he was sure to lose it quickly otherwise.

[Rikugurl]

The woman's breath was shaky and deep as the pale man leaned her down upon the bed, her black hair sprawling over the plush pillows as their eyes never broke the connection between them. Her hands gently ran over his bare shoulders as he came above her and though this wasn't Sora's first time, it seemed he was a tad nervous as well. Slowly he leaned down and their lips pressed together softly, hesitantly pulling away before beginning again until eyes clothes and tongues started to tangle.


"Ah, do what you wish with it for is yours now, Terra. I am pleased that you are fond of it." A gentle smile ran over the blonde's lips as the velvet cloth was placed on a rock nearby. "So...do you know when abouts that you shall return to the library? I could ask for a card to take it in a bag and bring it here.... though I suppose reading to me would make it near impossible to watch over your mate..." He paused to think, his eyes becoming dark. "Then again, I could card it out and use cloth to pick up where we left off but... it shall not be the same without you there...."

He slowly looked up, his sweet smile appearing once more as he looked at the tanned work of art before him.

[Reno]

"Hmmm..... once I have eliminated the problem I can return. It will not take more then a fortnight I would suppose." Terra was saying absent-mindedly, knowing he was on a strict time line. Mating season lasted along the months of spring, and usually was at it's most vibrant close to the equinox. By late May, most of the pups were already born.
It was nearing April and he knew Xigbar's impatience would be his undoing. He looked up towards Ven, maybe to tell him this, but froze.

He wasn't sure what it was. Maybe the reflection of the moon on the white skin, making Ven appear as precious as ivory, or the deep blue of his eyes staring at him and only him, with such single-minded concentration it sent his skin tingling. It maybe it was the smile, gentle and innocent, and so becoming of him, lips perfect and soft. He wasn't sure, but it was something that made his breathe stop.

And then he was leaning up suddenly... and their lips met.

[Rikugurl]

And he didn't even realize it either until the lips were upon his, his eyes widening at the touch. Even though they were the worst of enemies by blood, he had started to really enjoy the lycan's company every night for almost a week and even if they did not talk but the words of God, they became closer. Even when he was younger, he asked his mom why she was with father and she explained that when someone finds someone who is well off, strong, brave and you would enjoy spending the rest of your days with them, you are meant for one another.

Was it true...? Was Terra...?
No, he was here to save that girl.... but why was he kissing him now and wishing to do such private deeds weeks past?

His eyes closed as he leaned forward, their lips pressing together tighter before... they parted and tongues started to fiercely battle as quick breaths passed between them. Ven's clawed fingers reached out, cupping Terra's face as their heads tilted to gain more depth with saliva running from their open mouths.