InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Bankotsu&Kitra: Past Relations ❯ six ( Chapter 6 )
[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]
By: kittyb78 
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Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Adventure | Type: Fanfiction Sequel | Uploaded On: 07.30.2008 | Updated On: 03.27.2009 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 116 | Status: Work In Progress
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Anime/Manga: InuYasha Fan Fiction | Genre(s): Adventure | Type: Fanfiction Sequel | Uploaded On: 07.30.2008 | Updated On: 03.27.2009 | Pages: 3 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 116 | Status: Work In Progress
Disclaimer: I do not own Inuyasha! I do own Kitra, Darius, Kou, Nenji, and Tao, Sura, and Lovu and the plot, and storyline... There. I said it. (sighs)
Most importantly I would like to give a BIG shout out and HUGE thanks to my beta Frog Lady! :)
Chapter 6:
Kitra's encounter:
Kitra stormed off towards the flower displays. Jakotsu ran up and panted, "Little sister... wait up!"
Kitra sighed turned to face him and said, "Sorry about that jerk, Ja!"
Jakotsu shrugged and said seriously, "I know he’s a jerk, but I still love him!" Kitra, despite her anger, smiled.
They walked over to the flowers together and stopped upon reaching them. Kitra huffed out, "Why do we even tolerate men and their crap?"
Jakotsu smiled and answered, "Because they’re such sexy things!"
Kitra laughed and said, "I suppose so."
Bankotsu ran up saying, relieved, "Kitra-"
Kitra sighed and asked, "What, Ban?"
Annoyed at the way she was behaving, Bankotsu snapped, "Why do you keep taking off like that?" looming over her.
Kitra retorted unafraid, "I’m not going to stand or sit there and watch you and your stupid trollops flirt with each other, that’s why!" She was growing tired of being made to see his frivolous conquests flirting with him in front of her, and she refused to put up with it anymore.
Bankotsu looked shocked at her outburst. Jakotsu sighed heavily and mumbled, "Men sure are dense sometimes," glaring at his leader.
Kitra faced Jakotsu and stated seriously, "Most men in my life have just been jerks! With the exception of Darius, Ban, and Jumal! I’m beginning to wonder if all I attract are the jerks, and why?" turning away sadly.
Bankotsu sighed and mentioned dryly, "At least you didn't include me in the jerks." trying to lighten the gloomy atmosphere.
Kitra faced Bankotsu and confirmed, "You can be sometimes, but overall- I know you as a sweet and caring guy."
"That's good to know," Bankotsu smirked and replied cockily.
Kitra snapped, "Don't let it go to your head Ban! I’m a realist- that's all!" and looked away again. Bankotsu frowned.
Jakotsu faced his little sister and suggested, "Let's go see if we can find anyone to dance with little sister." hoping to stop a fight.
Kitra faced Jakotsu and nodded her agreement. They got ready to walk off when Miroku appeared and questioned, "Lady Kitra, are you alright now?"
Kitra faced the monk and answered, "I am fine, Hoshi, thanks for asking." touched by his concern.
Miroku replied, "Knowing that you recently lost Darius, I feel the need to assure myself you’re gonna be alright."
Bankotsu whirled to face the lech and demanded, "Why wouldn't she be? She has me now," staring down the renowned lecherous monk.
Kitra smiled and explained, "Bankotsu is a long time friend and as he said, I have him now, so I’ll be fine! Thanks for your concern, Miroku, my friend."
Miroku nodded and said, "Just tell me one thing, why are you with the Band of Seven?"
"Know this, Hoshi; I’m with them by my choice- They’re family to me!" Kitra sighed and answered, while staring the monk dead in the eye.
Miroku looked surprised, then nodded, and stated, "I wish you luck then, friend."
Kitra mentioned, "Thank you, friend," flashing him one of her most charming smiles.
"Kitra is under my protection, as well as that of the rest of my brother's!" Bankotsu faced the Inutachi and proclaimed eyes dead serious.
Kitra turned to the man beside her and said, "Come on Ja, let's go dance." Jakotsu nodded and he and Kitra walked back over to the festival.
Bankotsu stared the lecherous monk dead in the eye and stated, "She’s being well provided for, monk."
Miroku held the mercenary's gaze and asked, "But, why do you care?" curious why she was so important that Bankotsu would protect her so fiercely.
Bankotsu answered, "Suffice it to say, her brother was my best friend and now I’m taking care of her," refusing to go into details.
Miroku nodded and said, "I see."
"She’s been through much in her young life," Sango stated sadly, holding the mercenary leader's gaze.
"I’m aware of that and I’m trying to make her forget it all," Bankotsu nodded and replied seriously. He wasn’t going to explain his actions, nor their history together to these nosy pains.
Miroku and Sango nodded. "Teh! Like mercenaries even know how to care about anyone other than themselves," Inuyasha snorted and scoffed.
Miroku faced his hanyou companion and corrected, "You’re wrong Inuyasha! It's just as Lady Kitra said earlier- They’re still humans and they do have hearts; Even if they hide them and refuse to acknowledge them."
Inuyasha retorted, "Whatever, Let’s just get going already!" anxious to leave this troublesome village.
Sensing Inuyasha’s anxiety, Kagome said, "It is time for us to leave." Bankotsu sighed heavily and walked off to search for Kitra again. The Inutachi left the village and camped out in the forest.
Back at the festival:
Kitra and Jakotsu arrived by the dancing area and looked around. They were in a rather large, open area in the middle of the village, with the villagers dancing around and talking. Lanterns or torches were used for lighting.
Lovu walked up greeting happily, "Ah Kitra my sweet, there you are," eyes drinking in her beauty.
Wincing at the phrase, Kitra faced the villager and replied evenly, "Hello Lovu."
Lovu stared at the red headed beauty and requested, "Dance with me?"
Kitra nodded and Lovu lead her into the dancing people. He asked, "Where is your big friend?"
"He’s around here somewhere," Kitra answered, not really caring.
Lovu nodded, placing his hands on her hips, and then pulled her closer to him. Kitra blushed and they continued to dance.
Lovu leaned next to her ear and questioned, "So beautiful, have you tried the delicious foods yet?" She nodded.
"Then how about we leave here and go somewhere more private?" Lovu whispered.
Kitra pulled back and replied, "That isn't a good idea, Lovu- I barely know you." Staring into his eyes.
Lovu chuckled and said, "I’m planning on changing that real soon, sweet heart," as he started to drag her away from the festival crowd.
Kitra dug in her heels. "I said NO Lovu- Now let go!" she said loudly, glaring at the man who was reminding her too damn much of her ex fiancée.
Lovu smacked her across the face and continued to drag her away. Kitra felt her temper rising and was surprised he’d struck her. Lovu was becoming irritated that she was fighting him and was determined to make her cooperate.
Bankotsu showed up right in front of them. He crossed his arms in front of his chest as he planted his feet firmly shoulder-width apart. Lovu was shocked and annoyed. Kitra was relieved and emboldened by his appearance.
"I’m not going anywhere with you- now let the fuck go!" Kitra once again dug in her heels and seethed, her temper beginning to flash in her hazel eyes.
Lovu went to smack her again, but was stopped by Bankotsu, who caught his wrist and squeezed it painfully.
"She said no, asshole! Now I suggest you let the lady go," Bankotsu said evenly, glaring at the man who had dared to strike his friend.
Kitra managed to yank away from Lovu and backed away to a safe distance, shaking as memories of the past began crowding in.
"Leave her alone and I’ll leave you alone!" Bankotsu warned, in a deadly voice.
Lovu whirled to face Bankotsu. "The bitch was asking for it!" he snapped, his own temper beginning to flare up.
Bankotsu narrowed his eyes at Lovu. "One: don't you ever call her that! And Two: don't lie to me!" he demanded as he tightened his grip on the man's wrist, to the point it nearly broke, then dropped it and shoved him away. Lovu threw a punch at Bankotsu, but Bankotsu ducked the punch and punched Lovu in the stomach.
Lovu fell to the ground flat on his back. Bankotsu towered over him. "If you ever go near her again, I’ll kill you!" he warned eyes dead serious.
He walked over to Kitra, picking her up bride style and walked back towards the festival. Kitra sighed in relief, melting into his protective embrace and mentioned, "Thanks, Ban."
Bankotsu sighed and snapped, "Why did you even go near him?" irritated she’d pull such a stupid stunt.
Kitra answered evenly, "He asked me to dance. We danced and then he started dragging me away. I didn’t know until too late what he was planning," she finished sadly.
"Stay away from him, Kitra!" Bankotsu snapped. "That's an order!"
"All I wanted was to dance a bit!" Kitra argued. "As for your 'order', this one I will follow, but don't think you’re gonna start ordering me about, Bankotsu!" glaring at her protector.
Bankotsu countered, "I’m the leader of this group and like it or not, babe, that includes you!" glaring down at her.
Kitra crossed her arms in front of her ample chest and huffed. "One: No one ever calls me 'babe'!" she snapped. "And Two: I don't do orders, Bankotsu, I never have and you damn well know it!" kicking to be let down.
Bankotsu gently deposited her on her feet, then, before she could move, snagged her waist and crushed her to his chest. He hooked a finger under her chin and forced her to look at him, intending to make this situation crystal clear. "You will obey my orders the same as the rest- I’m the leader! No one disobeys my orders without punishment and that does include you! Damnit Kitra, I’m trying to protect you!" he informed her in a voice which brokered no arguments, staring her dead in the eye.
"I know that, Ban," Kitra sighed heavily and stated. "But you know damn well I don't do orders- Try asking first!" she removed his arm as she yanked her chin free, huffed and walked off.
Bankotsu caught up with her. He reached out, snagging her elbow and spun her around to face him. He glared at the fiery tempered girl he grew up with. "You’re not too old to be put over my knee, babe! Now behave or else I’ll spank that sexy little ass of yours!" he warned in the same voice he’d used earlier- the one that as a kid had her jumping to obey his orders.
Kitra inhaled in shock that he still had that affect on her, blinking as his words sunk in. Bankotsu smirked and said in a satisfied tone, "That's better,"
"So, you think my ass is sexy, huh?" Kitra smirked and replied smugly, staring her best friend dead in the eye, as she teased him.
Bankotsu stuttered. "Um," he said and to her shock began to blush cutely.
Kitra huffed and said, "Whatever, all I wanted was just to dance a little bit." silently cursing her dumb luck that always landed her in hot water.
She started to walk off. Bankotsu swung her around and said, "If you want to dance, then dance with me." not willing to let her storm off angry.
Kitra smiled and asked, "Really?" Bankotsu sighed heavily and nodded.
She grinned and they walked together into the dancing crowd. Bankotsu smiled and pulled her into his arms. Kitra smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck. He placed his hands on her hips and pulled her close to him.
Kitra thought about how this dance was so much nicer and enjoyable than the one with Lovu was. She was ecstatic that Bankotsu was dancing with her. Bankotsu was thinking about how much he enjoyed having Kitra in his arms and seeing her smile. They slow danced together for a while and Kitra said, "Thanks Ban, for the dances."
Not willing to speak yet, for fear of breaking the tentative peace between them, Bankotsu nodded.
Kitra yawned trying to hide it. Bankotsu smiled as he saw her yawn and stated, "Bed time for you, young lady."
Kitra snuggled into his chest and said somewhat dreamily, "I guess I’m kinda sleepy." Bankotsu laughed, picking her up bride style once again and walked towards the tavern.
Jakotsu walked up. "What's wrong with little sister?" he questioned concern evident in his worried gaze.
"She’s just tired," Bankotsu replied, easing his friend’s worry.
"No I'm not," Kitra murmured, trying to fight it.
Bankotsu chuckled, then ducked his head over by her ear and whispered, "Go to sleep now, my little feisty one." Kitra nodded and snuggled into his massive and comforting chest.
Bankotsu faced Jakotsu and ordered, "Have a plate of food and some sake’ sent up to our room, Ja."
Jakotsu nodded and answered, "Alright, big brother." he left to do as he’d been instructed.
Bankotsu carried Kitra up to their room. He shifted to open the door, then carried her inside and gently placed her on the enormous bed. Taking a minute to marvel at how much like a child she still looked when sleeping.
He took off his shirt as well as her shoes and set them aside. A few minutes later, Jakotsu knocked on the door and handed Bankotsu the food, then explained the sake’ would be brought up soon. Bankotsu closed the door and carried his food over setting it on a box in the middle of them room.
A minute later there was a knock at the door again. Bankotsu opened the door. He scowled as he saw Sura.
"Hey big man," she purred seductively while batting her lashes at him.
Becoming annoyed at her aggressive nature, Bankotsu rolled his eyes and said, "Hand me my sake’ Sura!"
Sura pouted and said, "What, not even a kiss?" feigning a look of hurt.
"My sake’," Bankotsu said evenly trying not to wake the sleeping woman.
Sura thrust the bottle of sake’ at him. She whined while she pouted, "Aw, come on Big man, just one little kiss? Or better yet, let me warm your bed for you," trying to shove her way inside the room.
Bankotsu firmly blocked her way. "That’s not necessary and don't try it again- Now leave, wench!" he warned while glaring at the troublesome woman.
Sura pouted and Bankotsu, unimpressed, shut and locked the door. Sura stood there in shock for a minute, then stormed off angrily.
Bankotsu's POV:
“Man, what is with that crazy wench? She’s too brazen for me; I’m the one who decides when we have sex, not the wenches! How dare she try to shove her way inside and lay in my bed?” I thought furiously.
Staring at the bed, I thought, “Kitra’s in my bed sound asleep and the last thing I need is her being woke up by that wench! She’d blow her stack and then I’d have a seriously pissed off, yelling woman, storming off on me, again!” Remembering her temper, I shivered. “Even I’m not stupid enough to purposely piss Kitra off- That girl has one helluva temper; she always has!”
I chuckled and sat down to enjoy my food and sake’ while eating, I thought: “What is it with Kitra, anyway? Since when do I let anyone back-talk me like she does? Even as kids she never got away with it. I know she’s still hurting over losing Dar and everything else, maybe that’s why I’m being so lenient with her?”
Sighing I added, “I am gonna have to watch that as well or else the others will start thinking I’ve gone soft and then I’ll have to beat them back into place! Damn, this woman is gonna drive me crazy yet. She’s so much like the girl I grew up with yet all she has endured has made her stronger and more vulnerable at the same time, and it’s made her even feistier!”
Staring at her, I asked myself, “What exactly did happen the five years I’ve been gone? I’ll have to get her to tell me sooner or later. I know I care for her as a friend, But why do I get so angry when I see any other man touch her? Could it be jealousy? I don't know… I’ve never been jealous before; But I do know that I hate seeing any other man touching her- Even Jakotsu and I know he’s gay!”
Frowning I thought, “Damnit, this is so frustrating! Enough of this deep thinking shit!” I shook my head, sighing heavily and decided to crawl into bed, curling myself protectively around her. “She sure is soft, plus she smells nice. She sure has grown into an attractive woman,” next thing I knew, I had fallen asleep.
Author's Note: Okay guys and gals there is chapter six please remember to read and review thanks.
Most importantly I would like to give a BIG shout out and HUGE thanks to my beta Frog Lady! :)
Chapter 6:
Kitra's encounter:
Kitra stormed off towards the flower displays. Jakotsu ran up and panted, "Little sister... wait up!"
Kitra sighed turned to face him and said, "Sorry about that jerk, Ja!"
Jakotsu shrugged and said seriously, "I know he’s a jerk, but I still love him!" Kitra, despite her anger, smiled.
They walked over to the flowers together and stopped upon reaching them. Kitra huffed out, "Why do we even tolerate men and their crap?"
Jakotsu smiled and answered, "Because they’re such sexy things!"
Kitra laughed and said, "I suppose so."
Bankotsu ran up saying, relieved, "Kitra-"
Kitra sighed and asked, "What, Ban?"
Annoyed at the way she was behaving, Bankotsu snapped, "Why do you keep taking off like that?" looming over her.
Kitra retorted unafraid, "I’m not going to stand or sit there and watch you and your stupid trollops flirt with each other, that’s why!" She was growing tired of being made to see his frivolous conquests flirting with him in front of her, and she refused to put up with it anymore.
Bankotsu looked shocked at her outburst. Jakotsu sighed heavily and mumbled, "Men sure are dense sometimes," glaring at his leader.
Kitra faced Jakotsu and stated seriously, "Most men in my life have just been jerks! With the exception of Darius, Ban, and Jumal! I’m beginning to wonder if all I attract are the jerks, and why?" turning away sadly.
Bankotsu sighed and mentioned dryly, "At least you didn't include me in the jerks." trying to lighten the gloomy atmosphere.
Kitra faced Bankotsu and confirmed, "You can be sometimes, but overall- I know you as a sweet and caring guy."
"That's good to know," Bankotsu smirked and replied cockily.
Kitra snapped, "Don't let it go to your head Ban! I’m a realist- that's all!" and looked away again. Bankotsu frowned.
Jakotsu faced his little sister and suggested, "Let's go see if we can find anyone to dance with little sister." hoping to stop a fight.
Kitra faced Jakotsu and nodded her agreement. They got ready to walk off when Miroku appeared and questioned, "Lady Kitra, are you alright now?"
Kitra faced the monk and answered, "I am fine, Hoshi, thanks for asking." touched by his concern.
Miroku replied, "Knowing that you recently lost Darius, I feel the need to assure myself you’re gonna be alright."
Bankotsu whirled to face the lech and demanded, "Why wouldn't she be? She has me now," staring down the renowned lecherous monk.
Kitra smiled and explained, "Bankotsu is a long time friend and as he said, I have him now, so I’ll be fine! Thanks for your concern, Miroku, my friend."
Miroku nodded and said, "Just tell me one thing, why are you with the Band of Seven?"
"Know this, Hoshi; I’m with them by my choice- They’re family to me!" Kitra sighed and answered, while staring the monk dead in the eye.
Miroku looked surprised, then nodded, and stated, "I wish you luck then, friend."
Kitra mentioned, "Thank you, friend," flashing him one of her most charming smiles.
"Kitra is under my protection, as well as that of the rest of my brother's!" Bankotsu faced the Inutachi and proclaimed eyes dead serious.
Kitra turned to the man beside her and said, "Come on Ja, let's go dance." Jakotsu nodded and he and Kitra walked back over to the festival.
Bankotsu stared the lecherous monk dead in the eye and stated, "She’s being well provided for, monk."
Miroku held the mercenary's gaze and asked, "But, why do you care?" curious why she was so important that Bankotsu would protect her so fiercely.
Bankotsu answered, "Suffice it to say, her brother was my best friend and now I’m taking care of her," refusing to go into details.
Miroku nodded and said, "I see."
"She’s been through much in her young life," Sango stated sadly, holding the mercenary leader's gaze.
"I’m aware of that and I’m trying to make her forget it all," Bankotsu nodded and replied seriously. He wasn’t going to explain his actions, nor their history together to these nosy pains.
Miroku and Sango nodded. "Teh! Like mercenaries even know how to care about anyone other than themselves," Inuyasha snorted and scoffed.
Miroku faced his hanyou companion and corrected, "You’re wrong Inuyasha! It's just as Lady Kitra said earlier- They’re still humans and they do have hearts; Even if they hide them and refuse to acknowledge them."
Inuyasha retorted, "Whatever, Let’s just get going already!" anxious to leave this troublesome village.
Sensing Inuyasha’s anxiety, Kagome said, "It is time for us to leave." Bankotsu sighed heavily and walked off to search for Kitra again. The Inutachi left the village and camped out in the forest.
Back at the festival:
Kitra and Jakotsu arrived by the dancing area and looked around. They were in a rather large, open area in the middle of the village, with the villagers dancing around and talking. Lanterns or torches were used for lighting.
Lovu walked up greeting happily, "Ah Kitra my sweet, there you are," eyes drinking in her beauty.
Wincing at the phrase, Kitra faced the villager and replied evenly, "Hello Lovu."
Lovu stared at the red headed beauty and requested, "Dance with me?"
Kitra nodded and Lovu lead her into the dancing people. He asked, "Where is your big friend?"
"He’s around here somewhere," Kitra answered, not really caring.
Lovu nodded, placing his hands on her hips, and then pulled her closer to him. Kitra blushed and they continued to dance.
Lovu leaned next to her ear and questioned, "So beautiful, have you tried the delicious foods yet?" She nodded.
"Then how about we leave here and go somewhere more private?" Lovu whispered.
Kitra pulled back and replied, "That isn't a good idea, Lovu- I barely know you." Staring into his eyes.
Lovu chuckled and said, "I’m planning on changing that real soon, sweet heart," as he started to drag her away from the festival crowd.
Kitra dug in her heels. "I said NO Lovu- Now let go!" she said loudly, glaring at the man who was reminding her too damn much of her ex fiancée.
Lovu smacked her across the face and continued to drag her away. Kitra felt her temper rising and was surprised he’d struck her. Lovu was becoming irritated that she was fighting him and was determined to make her cooperate.
Bankotsu showed up right in front of them. He crossed his arms in front of his chest as he planted his feet firmly shoulder-width apart. Lovu was shocked and annoyed. Kitra was relieved and emboldened by his appearance.
"I’m not going anywhere with you- now let the fuck go!" Kitra once again dug in her heels and seethed, her temper beginning to flash in her hazel eyes.
Lovu went to smack her again, but was stopped by Bankotsu, who caught his wrist and squeezed it painfully.
"She said no, asshole! Now I suggest you let the lady go," Bankotsu said evenly, glaring at the man who had dared to strike his friend.
Kitra managed to yank away from Lovu and backed away to a safe distance, shaking as memories of the past began crowding in.
"Leave her alone and I’ll leave you alone!" Bankotsu warned, in a deadly voice.
Lovu whirled to face Bankotsu. "The bitch was asking for it!" he snapped, his own temper beginning to flare up.
Bankotsu narrowed his eyes at Lovu. "One: don't you ever call her that! And Two: don't lie to me!" he demanded as he tightened his grip on the man's wrist, to the point it nearly broke, then dropped it and shoved him away. Lovu threw a punch at Bankotsu, but Bankotsu ducked the punch and punched Lovu in the stomach.
Lovu fell to the ground flat on his back. Bankotsu towered over him. "If you ever go near her again, I’ll kill you!" he warned eyes dead serious.
He walked over to Kitra, picking her up bride style and walked back towards the festival. Kitra sighed in relief, melting into his protective embrace and mentioned, "Thanks, Ban."
Bankotsu sighed and snapped, "Why did you even go near him?" irritated she’d pull such a stupid stunt.
Kitra answered evenly, "He asked me to dance. We danced and then he started dragging me away. I didn’t know until too late what he was planning," she finished sadly.
"Stay away from him, Kitra!" Bankotsu snapped. "That's an order!"
"All I wanted was to dance a bit!" Kitra argued. "As for your 'order', this one I will follow, but don't think you’re gonna start ordering me about, Bankotsu!" glaring at her protector.
Bankotsu countered, "I’m the leader of this group and like it or not, babe, that includes you!" glaring down at her.
Kitra crossed her arms in front of her ample chest and huffed. "One: No one ever calls me 'babe'!" she snapped. "And Two: I don't do orders, Bankotsu, I never have and you damn well know it!" kicking to be let down.
Bankotsu gently deposited her on her feet, then, before she could move, snagged her waist and crushed her to his chest. He hooked a finger under her chin and forced her to look at him, intending to make this situation crystal clear. "You will obey my orders the same as the rest- I’m the leader! No one disobeys my orders without punishment and that does include you! Damnit Kitra, I’m trying to protect you!" he informed her in a voice which brokered no arguments, staring her dead in the eye.
"I know that, Ban," Kitra sighed heavily and stated. "But you know damn well I don't do orders- Try asking first!" she removed his arm as she yanked her chin free, huffed and walked off.
Bankotsu caught up with her. He reached out, snagging her elbow and spun her around to face him. He glared at the fiery tempered girl he grew up with. "You’re not too old to be put over my knee, babe! Now behave or else I’ll spank that sexy little ass of yours!" he warned in the same voice he’d used earlier- the one that as a kid had her jumping to obey his orders.
Kitra inhaled in shock that he still had that affect on her, blinking as his words sunk in. Bankotsu smirked and said in a satisfied tone, "That's better,"
"So, you think my ass is sexy, huh?" Kitra smirked and replied smugly, staring her best friend dead in the eye, as she teased him.
Bankotsu stuttered. "Um," he said and to her shock began to blush cutely.
Kitra huffed and said, "Whatever, all I wanted was just to dance a little bit." silently cursing her dumb luck that always landed her in hot water.
She started to walk off. Bankotsu swung her around and said, "If you want to dance, then dance with me." not willing to let her storm off angry.
Kitra smiled and asked, "Really?" Bankotsu sighed heavily and nodded.
She grinned and they walked together into the dancing crowd. Bankotsu smiled and pulled her into his arms. Kitra smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck. He placed his hands on her hips and pulled her close to him.
Kitra thought about how this dance was so much nicer and enjoyable than the one with Lovu was. She was ecstatic that Bankotsu was dancing with her. Bankotsu was thinking about how much he enjoyed having Kitra in his arms and seeing her smile. They slow danced together for a while and Kitra said, "Thanks Ban, for the dances."
Not willing to speak yet, for fear of breaking the tentative peace between them, Bankotsu nodded.
Kitra yawned trying to hide it. Bankotsu smiled as he saw her yawn and stated, "Bed time for you, young lady."
Kitra snuggled into his chest and said somewhat dreamily, "I guess I’m kinda sleepy." Bankotsu laughed, picking her up bride style once again and walked towards the tavern.
Jakotsu walked up. "What's wrong with little sister?" he questioned concern evident in his worried gaze.
"She’s just tired," Bankotsu replied, easing his friend’s worry.
"No I'm not," Kitra murmured, trying to fight it.
Bankotsu chuckled, then ducked his head over by her ear and whispered, "Go to sleep now, my little feisty one." Kitra nodded and snuggled into his massive and comforting chest.
Bankotsu faced Jakotsu and ordered, "Have a plate of food and some sake’ sent up to our room, Ja."
Jakotsu nodded and answered, "Alright, big brother." he left to do as he’d been instructed.
Bankotsu carried Kitra up to their room. He shifted to open the door, then carried her inside and gently placed her on the enormous bed. Taking a minute to marvel at how much like a child she still looked when sleeping.
He took off his shirt as well as her shoes and set them aside. A few minutes later, Jakotsu knocked on the door and handed Bankotsu the food, then explained the sake’ would be brought up soon. Bankotsu closed the door and carried his food over setting it on a box in the middle of them room.
A minute later there was a knock at the door again. Bankotsu opened the door. He scowled as he saw Sura.
"Hey big man," she purred seductively while batting her lashes at him.
Becoming annoyed at her aggressive nature, Bankotsu rolled his eyes and said, "Hand me my sake’ Sura!"
Sura pouted and said, "What, not even a kiss?" feigning a look of hurt.
"My sake’," Bankotsu said evenly trying not to wake the sleeping woman.
Sura thrust the bottle of sake’ at him. She whined while she pouted, "Aw, come on Big man, just one little kiss? Or better yet, let me warm your bed for you," trying to shove her way inside the room.
Bankotsu firmly blocked her way. "That’s not necessary and don't try it again- Now leave, wench!" he warned while glaring at the troublesome woman.
Sura pouted and Bankotsu, unimpressed, shut and locked the door. Sura stood there in shock for a minute, then stormed off angrily.
Bankotsu's POV:
“Man, what is with that crazy wench? She’s too brazen for me; I’m the one who decides when we have sex, not the wenches! How dare she try to shove her way inside and lay in my bed?” I thought furiously.
Staring at the bed, I thought, “Kitra’s in my bed sound asleep and the last thing I need is her being woke up by that wench! She’d blow her stack and then I’d have a seriously pissed off, yelling woman, storming off on me, again!” Remembering her temper, I shivered. “Even I’m not stupid enough to purposely piss Kitra off- That girl has one helluva temper; she always has!”
I chuckled and sat down to enjoy my food and sake’ while eating, I thought: “What is it with Kitra, anyway? Since when do I let anyone back-talk me like she does? Even as kids she never got away with it. I know she’s still hurting over losing Dar and everything else, maybe that’s why I’m being so lenient with her?”
Sighing I added, “I am gonna have to watch that as well or else the others will start thinking I’ve gone soft and then I’ll have to beat them back into place! Damn, this woman is gonna drive me crazy yet. She’s so much like the girl I grew up with yet all she has endured has made her stronger and more vulnerable at the same time, and it’s made her even feistier!”
Staring at her, I asked myself, “What exactly did happen the five years I’ve been gone? I’ll have to get her to tell me sooner or later. I know I care for her as a friend, But why do I get so angry when I see any other man touch her? Could it be jealousy? I don't know… I’ve never been jealous before; But I do know that I hate seeing any other man touching her- Even Jakotsu and I know he’s gay!”
Frowning I thought, “Damnit, this is so frustrating! Enough of this deep thinking shit!” I shook my head, sighing heavily and decided to crawl into bed, curling myself protectively around her. “She sure is soft, plus she smells nice. She sure has grown into an attractive woman,” next thing I knew, I had fallen asleep.
Author's Note: Okay guys and gals there is chapter six please remember to read and review thanks.