InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Bankotsu&Kitra: Past Relations ❯ nine ( Chapter 9 )
[ 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: 4 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 145 | 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: 4 | Words: 3.3K | Visits: 145 | 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 story line... There. I said it. (sighs)
This chapter is dedicated to BankotsuLover09 my loyalist reviewer for this story! Thanks for being such a wonderful reviewer! :)
Most importantly I would like to give a BIG shout out and HUGE thanks to my beta Frog Lady! :)
Chapter 9:
Kitra sighed heavily and stood up, then went to organize the storage cave.
The first one to return was Jakotsu. He saw Kitra putting bundles into the storage cave and approached her saying, "Little sister, I see you’ve been busy!"
"Yeah," Kitra nodded and replied, "I gathered herbs, berries, nuts, fruits, and vegetables to stock in the supply cave as well as putting the meat away."
Jakotsu mentioned, "Well the others should return soon enough." smiling at her.
Kitra nodded and said, "I hope so."
They sat down together by the fire and just chatted a while. Jakotsu looked at the one woman whom he did respect and questioned, "So, what other colors do you think go with my complexion?"
"Well, definitely the pink and lavender, maybe a mild melon color," Kitra smiled and replied.
Jakotsu grinned and exclaimed, "You have excellent taste!".
Kitra laughed and said, "Thanks."
Renkotsu walked up and grumbled, "Why am I not surprised to see you two getting along?" glaring at them.
"Maybe if you weren’t so anti-social," Kitra retorted sweetly, "we could all get along." Jakotsu snickered and Renkotsu scowled, storming off into his cave.
Jakotsu stated, "Ignore him little sister, he never likes anyone." amused by how smoothly she’d chased him off.
Kitra said wryly, "Yeah I kinda figured that out." If there was one thing she’d learned over the years, it was how to tell when someone didn’t like her.
"Your skin looks so smooth," Jakotsu complimented, and then asked, "So what’s your secret?"
"I carefully scrub my body with sand from the river bottom, twice a week to remove the dead skin," Kitra leaned over and whispered.
Jakotsu gasped and said, "Truly?" surprised he’d never thought of that before.
Kitra nodded and said, "Now don't tell anyone, 'k?"
"I won't!" Jakotsu nodded and replied. "I promise!" he vowed holding up his hand as an oath.
"Good," Kitra winked and said. "I’ll hold you to it," laughing.
Suikotsu walked up and asked, "Isn't Ren back yet?"
Kitra nodded and answered, "Yeah, but he’s in the cave sulking."
"So what else is new?" Suikotsu laughed and asked.
Bankotsu walked up and questioned, "Is everyone back now?" Jakotsu nodded.
"Good," Bankotsu stated. "Tomorrow, Ja, and Ren will hunt, and Suk and I will go get the supplies we will need. Kitra, you’ll stay here at the caves."
Kitra pouted and asked, "Why me? Why do I always end up left behind?"
Bankotsu answered sternly, "Until I finish your training, I want you safe!"
Kitra nodded and agreed, "Okay, I suppose, as long as I can still go down to the river."
"Stay exactly on the path if you go anywhere," Bankotsu replied, "Though I would prefer you to just wait until I return."
"Very well," knowing he had a point, Kitra compromised, "Leave me plenty of water before you leave and I’ll stay at the cave."
Bankotsu nodded and said, "Good, now that that's settled, where’s Ren?"
Jakotsu grinned answered, "Sulking in the cave."
"Why am I not surprised?" Bankotsu chuckled.
He walked over to Kitra and helped her to her feet. He faced his men saying, "We’re going for a walk, guys, catch ya later." He led her away by the hand.
Curious what he was up to, Kitra asked, "So what's up?"
Bankotsu answered honestly, "I wanted some privacy and while the guys are awake, even our cave won't ensure that." Kitra nodded.
"You aren't mad that I want you in the cave tomorrow, are you?" Bankotsu questioned.
"I’m not thrilled about being left behind," Kitra sighed and answered honestly, "but I do understand why."
Bankotsu assured her, "It’s only for a little while, Kit. Now that we’ve found our hide out, I’ll scope out a good training spot and start training you again."
Kitra nodded. "Good," she said, and smiled.
"You’re so cute when you smile," Bankotsu teased. He’d missed her smile most of all.
Cocking her head to the side curiously Kitra asked, "Oh really?" He nodded, and she smiled wider.
Bankotsu informed her, "I promised Darius I’d NEVER leave you on your own- I won't, either. I want you by my side, Kit! After I’ve completed your training, I even want you by my side in battle," eyes serious as a heart attack.
"I like that idea myself," Kitra grinned and agreed. "By your side at all times," eyes shining with happiness.
He nodded and pulled her into his embrace. He took a deep breath and stated, dead serious, "Kitra, after me and the others have avenged our fallen comrades' deaths, I want you and I to get married."
Kitra's eyes widened in shock as she gasped and questioned, "Are you sure, Ban?"
He nodded and answered truthfully. "Absolutely- I’ve always wanted to have a family someday and I can't think of a better woman than you to have it with." gazing affectionately into her eyes.
Kitra's eyes watered and she breathed, "Oh, Ban... I want that too." afraid she was dreaming.
Bankotsu declared, "Good, then it's settled! After we’ve gotten our revenge; you and I will marry and start a family together." Kitra nodded as tears of happiness slid down her cheeks. She threw herself into his arms. He caught her and kissed away her tears.
They held each other for a while. Kitra's heart was bursting with love and happiness Bankotsu's heart he usually kept hidden, was now bursting with love and he was amazed that a woman as kind, beautiful, and sweet as Kitra actually loved and accepted him.
He pulled back and suggested, "We should head back before the others start worrying or getting ideas." Kitra laughed and nodded. They walked back to the campsite holding hands.
Suikotsu cleared his throat and announced, "I am gonna turn in for the night." Everyone nodded.
Jakotsu yawned and added, "Me too! Night big brother, night, little sister."
They both said, "Night, Ja."
Bankotsu grinned at Kitra and purred seductively, "Bed sounds like a good idea to me too," winking at her.
Kitra laughed and replied seductively, "Let's go then." Bankotsu scooped her up and ran into their cave.
Warning: Lemon here!
He gently placed her down on the ground and began slowly undressing her, making sure to tease her as he did so.
By the time he had her undressed, she already had a hitch in her breathing. He quickly shed his clothes and stretched out beside her. He sucked on her neck, and then feathered kisses along her collar bone and down her chest.
She wrapped her arms around his neck and moaned. He chuckled seductively and asked, "What's wrong, baby?" She whimpered as he slid his hand down her stomach, onto her thigh and began tracing small circles up and down her thigh teasing her more.
Kitra captured his mouth in an explosive kiss and tried to pull him on top of her. He laughed and instead began thrusting a finger inside her moist opening. She began to writhe beneath his ministrations and panted, "Ban..."
He captured a nipple in his talented mouth and began a slow sensuous torture, then released it and claimed the other. He did this several times, all the while driving her passion higher and higher.
Finally, he couldn't wait any more and settled himself at her hot and slick entrance. He captured her mouth in a consuming kiss, then reared back and thrust himself completely inside her. She held his head to her by fisting her hands in his hair and he loved every minute of it.
He broke the kiss in need of air and set a fast pace, driving their passions to the highest peak. He thrust inside her and captured a nipple in his mouth. He thrust into her again and as she climaxed, she screamed out his name. Hearing her scream his name sent him into his own release and he pumped into her, releasing his hot seed.
He collapsed on top of her and she held him to her as they regained their breaths. After regaining his breath, Bankotsu rolled so they were on their sides, with him still buried inside of her. He reached over and settled his top over them for warmth. They snuggled together and fell asleep.
Warning: End Lemon!
The next morning:
Kitra and Bankotsu awoke before the others, caught some fish, and bathed together in the river. Afterwards, they returned to their cave.
Bankotsu lugged two big pots of water from the river and set them in the cave by the entrance. Kitra pulled out her extra tops and used them to cover the water.
Bankotsu pulled Kitra into a fierce hug and said, "Now remember, Kit, stay here until we return." needing to be sure she’d behave.
Kitra smiled and kissed him lightly on the tip of his nose, assuring him, "Don't worry, love, I’ll be fine."
"You’d better be!" Bankotsu growled. He kissed her fiercely and went to wake the others.
Kitra smoked the fish they’d caught before bathing and made everyone breakfast. Everyone ate their breakfast and prepared to begin the day.
Bankotsu walked over to Kitra, pulled her into a fierce hug and said, "We’ll return shortly."
"Okay," Kitra returned the hug and replied. "Oh, and get a dozen blankets while you're at it, okay?"
"Got it," Bankotsu nodded and said, amused as to why she’d request so many. Remembering his girl wasn’t frivolous; he added a dozen blankets to his mental list.
Kitra kissed his jaw and whispered huskily, "Hurry back, Ban-Chan." Using her pet name for him.
He grinned and replied cockily, "You got it, babe," not missing that she’d used her nickname from their childhood for him.
The four guys set off and Kitra sat by the fire waiting for them to return. While waiting, she thought back to all the times she’d waited for Darius and Bankotsu to return. She grumbled aloud, "They sure did leave me behind, a lot!"
Kitra sighed heavily and mentioned sadly, "Oh, Dar, If only we’d have had more time together and hadn't spent so much time apart. I wish you could see us now," she whispered sadly, wiping away some tears that had begun falling.
She sat there and stared into the fire. Silent tears filled her eyes and she thought of all the people that had been so dear to her, that were no longer living. She wiped her eyes and said aloud, "Pull yourself together, Kitra girl! All we can do is go on and always remember our loved ones," trying to give herself a pep talk.
She walked inside her cave and lay down to rest for a while, trying to forget her sadness. She snuggled into the blanket that smelled so much like Bankotsu and took what comfort she could in it.
With Bankotsu and Suikotsu:
Bankotsu and Suikotsu had just arrived the village: A random village a bit larger than the last one with no redeeming features.
Bankotsu commanded, "Alright, Suk. No killing if we don't have to. We don't want to draw any unwanted attention to our presence."
Suikotsu nodded and agreed, "Yes, big brother," knowing he was right. He’d followed this man for many years now and he’d never once led them astray.
They walked into the village together. Bankotsu walked from one stand to another and bought whatever he thought they would need. Just as they were about to leave, Bankotsu remembered Kitra had requested for him to buy some blankets.
They walked over to the material stand and Bankotsu chose a dozen blankets and two bundles of materials he thought she’d like; he also bought her some needles and thread.
Suikotsu raised a brow questioningly at his leader. Bankotsu shrugged and they left, having completed their purchases. They set off to return to the hide out; making absolutely certain that no one followed them.
With Jakotsu and Renkotsu:
They’d both slain two good sized boars apiece. They collected their boars and walked back to the hideout.
At the hide out:
Kitra had just woken from her nap as Jakotsu and Renkotsu returned with the slain boars. They threw the four boars down and Jakotsu sliced them to ribbons one by one with his sword.
Kitra was standing at the entrance to her cave when she saw that. She smiled and said, impressed, "Gee Ja, that sword of yours sure does come in handy, huh?"
Ja nodded and agreed, "It sure does," cleaning his prized sword. Renkotsu grunted and sat down by the fire.
Kitra once again began gathering up the meat and rinsing it. She deposited it in the blanket inside the storage cave. She muttered, "Hope he gets back soon with those blankets or else this meat will get wasted."
She pulled out the pot and dumped a huge amount of the meat into the pot, added some water and herbs, then some potatoes and carrots she’d picked up the day before and left it to cook over the fire. She announced, "It looks like we’ll be having stew for today, guys." Jakotsu nodded and Renkotsu grunted.
Kitra washed her hands and sat across from Renkotsu by the fire. Jakotsu sat beside her and asked, "Where did you learn to cook like that, anyway?"
"My mother taught me," Kitra smiled fondly and answered. "Plus, after my parents died, I did most of the cooking for Ban, Darius, and I." She laughed and said, "And boy, did they eat!" remembering their veracious appetites.
Jakotsu laughed and said, "I bet," trying to imagine his leader as a child and failing miserably.
Bankotsu and Suikotsu walked up carrying all their goods. Kitra spotted them. "Oh Kami, What did you two do? Buy the whole village?" she asked, eyes wide from surprise.
Bankotsu grinned and answered, "Nope, just what we thought we’d need."
"It's a good thing we have a whole cave for storage instead of a room, huh?" Kitra laughed and replied. Everyone, including Renkotsu, laughed.
Bankotsu and Suikotsu set everything down easily. Kitra walked over and queried, "Did you get the blankets?"
"You asked me to, didn't you?" Bankotsu answered, amused. She nodded.
Bankotsu responded, "Of course I got them, I wasn't sure what you wanted them for but I only got a dozen."
Kitra grinned and said, "Perfect!"
"As you can see, love," Bankotsu grinned and mentioned, "We also got futons."
"Good," Kitra smiled and exclaimed. "That ground was getting rough!"
Bankotsu said, "I figured it was." Having noticed her back aches.
Everyone began putting the futons in the caves and the rest of the supplies away. Kitra took the blankets and gave everyone two blankets each. Then she used one of the extras to store the extra meat. The last was cut it to strips of cloth for rags and some wider ones for bandages- just in case.
"We got us some dishes as well," Bankotsu grinned and stated, "Kitra, I got a surprise for you." eyes lit with excitement.
Kitra smiled and asked curiously, "What?" not having expected anything else.
Bankotsu motioned with his hand, stepping aside and she spotted the bolts of cloth. "Ban," Kitra gasped and said. "Thank you."
Bankotsu grinned saying, "I thought you’d like that! I got you some needles and threads as well."
She said, awed, "I can't believe you remembered." Kitra hugged him and kissed him fiercely.
"Of course I did!" Bankotsu replied. "Kitra, I remember everything about you," smiling at her.
Kitra blushed and said, "Thanks, Ban," Then she requested, "Could you please carry it into the cave for me and set it by the back wall?" Bankotsu nodded and did as she’d requested.
He walked back out of the cave and inhaled deeply, then asked, "What’s that delicious aroma?"
Kitra smiled and pointed to the pot. "Stew, babe," she answered happily.
Bankotsu grinned. "Alright," he said excitedly, eyes lit with long forgotten pleasure of her wonderful home cooking.
"Still have your famous appetite," Kitra laughed asking, "Eh, love?"
"You know it, love," Bankotsu grinned his boyish grin and answered.
"Figures," Kitra said and laughed expecting nothing less. A few minutes later, she doled out the stew and everyone sat down and ate. After eating their fill, everyone agreed Kitra was a fabulous cook.
Author's Note: Okay guys and gals there is chapter nine please remember to read and review thanks.
This chapter is dedicated to BankotsuLover09 my loyalist reviewer for this story! Thanks for being such a wonderful reviewer! :)
Most importantly I would like to give a BIG shout out and HUGE thanks to my beta Frog Lady! :)
Chapter 9:
Kitra sighed heavily and stood up, then went to organize the storage cave.
The first one to return was Jakotsu. He saw Kitra putting bundles into the storage cave and approached her saying, "Little sister, I see you’ve been busy!"
"Yeah," Kitra nodded and replied, "I gathered herbs, berries, nuts, fruits, and vegetables to stock in the supply cave as well as putting the meat away."
Jakotsu mentioned, "Well the others should return soon enough." smiling at her.
Kitra nodded and said, "I hope so."
They sat down together by the fire and just chatted a while. Jakotsu looked at the one woman whom he did respect and questioned, "So, what other colors do you think go with my complexion?"
"Well, definitely the pink and lavender, maybe a mild melon color," Kitra smiled and replied.
Jakotsu grinned and exclaimed, "You have excellent taste!".
Kitra laughed and said, "Thanks."
Renkotsu walked up and grumbled, "Why am I not surprised to see you two getting along?" glaring at them.
"Maybe if you weren’t so anti-social," Kitra retorted sweetly, "we could all get along." Jakotsu snickered and Renkotsu scowled, storming off into his cave.
Jakotsu stated, "Ignore him little sister, he never likes anyone." amused by how smoothly she’d chased him off.
Kitra said wryly, "Yeah I kinda figured that out." If there was one thing she’d learned over the years, it was how to tell when someone didn’t like her.
"Your skin looks so smooth," Jakotsu complimented, and then asked, "So what’s your secret?"
"I carefully scrub my body with sand from the river bottom, twice a week to remove the dead skin," Kitra leaned over and whispered.
Jakotsu gasped and said, "Truly?" surprised he’d never thought of that before.
Kitra nodded and said, "Now don't tell anyone, 'k?"
"I won't!" Jakotsu nodded and replied. "I promise!" he vowed holding up his hand as an oath.
"Good," Kitra winked and said. "I’ll hold you to it," laughing.
Suikotsu walked up and asked, "Isn't Ren back yet?"
Kitra nodded and answered, "Yeah, but he’s in the cave sulking."
"So what else is new?" Suikotsu laughed and asked.
Bankotsu walked up and questioned, "Is everyone back now?" Jakotsu nodded.
"Good," Bankotsu stated. "Tomorrow, Ja, and Ren will hunt, and Suk and I will go get the supplies we will need. Kitra, you’ll stay here at the caves."
Kitra pouted and asked, "Why me? Why do I always end up left behind?"
Bankotsu answered sternly, "Until I finish your training, I want you safe!"
Kitra nodded and agreed, "Okay, I suppose, as long as I can still go down to the river."
"Stay exactly on the path if you go anywhere," Bankotsu replied, "Though I would prefer you to just wait until I return."
"Very well," knowing he had a point, Kitra compromised, "Leave me plenty of water before you leave and I’ll stay at the cave."
Bankotsu nodded and said, "Good, now that that's settled, where’s Ren?"
Jakotsu grinned answered, "Sulking in the cave."
"Why am I not surprised?" Bankotsu chuckled.
He walked over to Kitra and helped her to her feet. He faced his men saying, "We’re going for a walk, guys, catch ya later." He led her away by the hand.
Curious what he was up to, Kitra asked, "So what's up?"
Bankotsu answered honestly, "I wanted some privacy and while the guys are awake, even our cave won't ensure that." Kitra nodded.
"You aren't mad that I want you in the cave tomorrow, are you?" Bankotsu questioned.
"I’m not thrilled about being left behind," Kitra sighed and answered honestly, "but I do understand why."
Bankotsu assured her, "It’s only for a little while, Kit. Now that we’ve found our hide out, I’ll scope out a good training spot and start training you again."
Kitra nodded. "Good," she said, and smiled.
"You’re so cute when you smile," Bankotsu teased. He’d missed her smile most of all.
Cocking her head to the side curiously Kitra asked, "Oh really?" He nodded, and she smiled wider.
Bankotsu informed her, "I promised Darius I’d NEVER leave you on your own- I won't, either. I want you by my side, Kit! After I’ve completed your training, I even want you by my side in battle," eyes serious as a heart attack.
"I like that idea myself," Kitra grinned and agreed. "By your side at all times," eyes shining with happiness.
He nodded and pulled her into his embrace. He took a deep breath and stated, dead serious, "Kitra, after me and the others have avenged our fallen comrades' deaths, I want you and I to get married."
Kitra's eyes widened in shock as she gasped and questioned, "Are you sure, Ban?"
He nodded and answered truthfully. "Absolutely- I’ve always wanted to have a family someday and I can't think of a better woman than you to have it with." gazing affectionately into her eyes.
Kitra's eyes watered and she breathed, "Oh, Ban... I want that too." afraid she was dreaming.
Bankotsu declared, "Good, then it's settled! After we’ve gotten our revenge; you and I will marry and start a family together." Kitra nodded as tears of happiness slid down her cheeks. She threw herself into his arms. He caught her and kissed away her tears.
They held each other for a while. Kitra's heart was bursting with love and happiness Bankotsu's heart he usually kept hidden, was now bursting with love and he was amazed that a woman as kind, beautiful, and sweet as Kitra actually loved and accepted him.
He pulled back and suggested, "We should head back before the others start worrying or getting ideas." Kitra laughed and nodded. They walked back to the campsite holding hands.
Suikotsu cleared his throat and announced, "I am gonna turn in for the night." Everyone nodded.
Jakotsu yawned and added, "Me too! Night big brother, night, little sister."
They both said, "Night, Ja."
Bankotsu grinned at Kitra and purred seductively, "Bed sounds like a good idea to me too," winking at her.
Kitra laughed and replied seductively, "Let's go then." Bankotsu scooped her up and ran into their cave.
Warning: Lemon here!
He gently placed her down on the ground and began slowly undressing her, making sure to tease her as he did so.
By the time he had her undressed, she already had a hitch in her breathing. He quickly shed his clothes and stretched out beside her. He sucked on her neck, and then feathered kisses along her collar bone and down her chest.
She wrapped her arms around his neck and moaned. He chuckled seductively and asked, "What's wrong, baby?" She whimpered as he slid his hand down her stomach, onto her thigh and began tracing small circles up and down her thigh teasing her more.
Kitra captured his mouth in an explosive kiss and tried to pull him on top of her. He laughed and instead began thrusting a finger inside her moist opening. She began to writhe beneath his ministrations and panted, "Ban..."
He captured a nipple in his talented mouth and began a slow sensuous torture, then released it and claimed the other. He did this several times, all the while driving her passion higher and higher.
Finally, he couldn't wait any more and settled himself at her hot and slick entrance. He captured her mouth in a consuming kiss, then reared back and thrust himself completely inside her. She held his head to her by fisting her hands in his hair and he loved every minute of it.
He broke the kiss in need of air and set a fast pace, driving their passions to the highest peak. He thrust inside her and captured a nipple in his mouth. He thrust into her again and as she climaxed, she screamed out his name. Hearing her scream his name sent him into his own release and he pumped into her, releasing his hot seed.
He collapsed on top of her and she held him to her as they regained their breaths. After regaining his breath, Bankotsu rolled so they were on their sides, with him still buried inside of her. He reached over and settled his top over them for warmth. They snuggled together and fell asleep.
Warning: End Lemon!
The next morning:
Kitra and Bankotsu awoke before the others, caught some fish, and bathed together in the river. Afterwards, they returned to their cave.
Bankotsu lugged two big pots of water from the river and set them in the cave by the entrance. Kitra pulled out her extra tops and used them to cover the water.
Bankotsu pulled Kitra into a fierce hug and said, "Now remember, Kit, stay here until we return." needing to be sure she’d behave.
Kitra smiled and kissed him lightly on the tip of his nose, assuring him, "Don't worry, love, I’ll be fine."
"You’d better be!" Bankotsu growled. He kissed her fiercely and went to wake the others.
Kitra smoked the fish they’d caught before bathing and made everyone breakfast. Everyone ate their breakfast and prepared to begin the day.
Bankotsu walked over to Kitra, pulled her into a fierce hug and said, "We’ll return shortly."
"Okay," Kitra returned the hug and replied. "Oh, and get a dozen blankets while you're at it, okay?"
"Got it," Bankotsu nodded and said, amused as to why she’d request so many. Remembering his girl wasn’t frivolous; he added a dozen blankets to his mental list.
Kitra kissed his jaw and whispered huskily, "Hurry back, Ban-Chan." Using her pet name for him.
He grinned and replied cockily, "You got it, babe," not missing that she’d used her nickname from their childhood for him.
The four guys set off and Kitra sat by the fire waiting for them to return. While waiting, she thought back to all the times she’d waited for Darius and Bankotsu to return. She grumbled aloud, "They sure did leave me behind, a lot!"
Kitra sighed heavily and mentioned sadly, "Oh, Dar, If only we’d have had more time together and hadn't spent so much time apart. I wish you could see us now," she whispered sadly, wiping away some tears that had begun falling.
She sat there and stared into the fire. Silent tears filled her eyes and she thought of all the people that had been so dear to her, that were no longer living. She wiped her eyes and said aloud, "Pull yourself together, Kitra girl! All we can do is go on and always remember our loved ones," trying to give herself a pep talk.
She walked inside her cave and lay down to rest for a while, trying to forget her sadness. She snuggled into the blanket that smelled so much like Bankotsu and took what comfort she could in it.
With Bankotsu and Suikotsu:
Bankotsu and Suikotsu had just arrived the village: A random village a bit larger than the last one with no redeeming features.
Bankotsu commanded, "Alright, Suk. No killing if we don't have to. We don't want to draw any unwanted attention to our presence."
Suikotsu nodded and agreed, "Yes, big brother," knowing he was right. He’d followed this man for many years now and he’d never once led them astray.
They walked into the village together. Bankotsu walked from one stand to another and bought whatever he thought they would need. Just as they were about to leave, Bankotsu remembered Kitra had requested for him to buy some blankets.
They walked over to the material stand and Bankotsu chose a dozen blankets and two bundles of materials he thought she’d like; he also bought her some needles and thread.
Suikotsu raised a brow questioningly at his leader. Bankotsu shrugged and they left, having completed their purchases. They set off to return to the hide out; making absolutely certain that no one followed them.
With Jakotsu and Renkotsu:
They’d both slain two good sized boars apiece. They collected their boars and walked back to the hideout.
At the hide out:
Kitra had just woken from her nap as Jakotsu and Renkotsu returned with the slain boars. They threw the four boars down and Jakotsu sliced them to ribbons one by one with his sword.
Kitra was standing at the entrance to her cave when she saw that. She smiled and said, impressed, "Gee Ja, that sword of yours sure does come in handy, huh?"
Ja nodded and agreed, "It sure does," cleaning his prized sword. Renkotsu grunted and sat down by the fire.
Kitra once again began gathering up the meat and rinsing it. She deposited it in the blanket inside the storage cave. She muttered, "Hope he gets back soon with those blankets or else this meat will get wasted."
She pulled out the pot and dumped a huge amount of the meat into the pot, added some water and herbs, then some potatoes and carrots she’d picked up the day before and left it to cook over the fire. She announced, "It looks like we’ll be having stew for today, guys." Jakotsu nodded and Renkotsu grunted.
Kitra washed her hands and sat across from Renkotsu by the fire. Jakotsu sat beside her and asked, "Where did you learn to cook like that, anyway?"
"My mother taught me," Kitra smiled fondly and answered. "Plus, after my parents died, I did most of the cooking for Ban, Darius, and I." She laughed and said, "And boy, did they eat!" remembering their veracious appetites.
Jakotsu laughed and said, "I bet," trying to imagine his leader as a child and failing miserably.
Bankotsu and Suikotsu walked up carrying all their goods. Kitra spotted them. "Oh Kami, What did you two do? Buy the whole village?" she asked, eyes wide from surprise.
Bankotsu grinned and answered, "Nope, just what we thought we’d need."
"It's a good thing we have a whole cave for storage instead of a room, huh?" Kitra laughed and replied. Everyone, including Renkotsu, laughed.
Bankotsu and Suikotsu set everything down easily. Kitra walked over and queried, "Did you get the blankets?"
"You asked me to, didn't you?" Bankotsu answered, amused. She nodded.
Bankotsu responded, "Of course I got them, I wasn't sure what you wanted them for but I only got a dozen."
Kitra grinned and said, "Perfect!"
"As you can see, love," Bankotsu grinned and mentioned, "We also got futons."
"Good," Kitra smiled and exclaimed. "That ground was getting rough!"
Bankotsu said, "I figured it was." Having noticed her back aches.
Everyone began putting the futons in the caves and the rest of the supplies away. Kitra took the blankets and gave everyone two blankets each. Then she used one of the extras to store the extra meat. The last was cut it to strips of cloth for rags and some wider ones for bandages- just in case.
"We got us some dishes as well," Bankotsu grinned and stated, "Kitra, I got a surprise for you." eyes lit with excitement.
Kitra smiled and asked curiously, "What?" not having expected anything else.
Bankotsu motioned with his hand, stepping aside and she spotted the bolts of cloth. "Ban," Kitra gasped and said. "Thank you."
Bankotsu grinned saying, "I thought you’d like that! I got you some needles and threads as well."
She said, awed, "I can't believe you remembered." Kitra hugged him and kissed him fiercely.
"Of course I did!" Bankotsu replied. "Kitra, I remember everything about you," smiling at her.
Kitra blushed and said, "Thanks, Ban," Then she requested, "Could you please carry it into the cave for me and set it by the back wall?" Bankotsu nodded and did as she’d requested.
He walked back out of the cave and inhaled deeply, then asked, "What’s that delicious aroma?"
Kitra smiled and pointed to the pot. "Stew, babe," she answered happily.
Bankotsu grinned. "Alright," he said excitedly, eyes lit with long forgotten pleasure of her wonderful home cooking.
"Still have your famous appetite," Kitra laughed asking, "Eh, love?"
"You know it, love," Bankotsu grinned his boyish grin and answered.
"Figures," Kitra said and laughed expecting nothing less. A few minutes later, she doled out the stew and everyone sat down and ate. After eating their fill, everyone agreed Kitra was a fabulous cook.
Author's Note: Okay guys and gals there is chapter nine please remember to read and review thanks.