Rurouni Kenshin Fan Fiction ❯ Happiness In Slavery ❯ chapter 11 ( Chapter 11 )

[ Y - Young Adult: Not suitable for readers under 16 ]

Date started: May 18, 2006

Well then, I am just really sick and tired of school. Thankfully, summer vacation begins next week! I am so sorry for neglecting this fan fic for so long. I wanted to get my SM fic some new chapters, to try and get more readers. And then, I got a job. So, with work, school, and a small case of Kenshin writer's block, I have been at a loss as to writing. But! That has ended. I am finally here. The chapter begins with some humor, but then, it's back to the plot. Himitsu is gone for now, but will she ever be back? Will Kaoru be able to work on our precious Battousai's attitude towards life? And most of all, what is the emperor up to now? I think this chapter will be short, but the next, will be nice and L-O-N-G.

Happiness In Slavery

Rating: Older Teens

Chapter 11

Standard Disclaimer: I do not own Rurouni Kenshin or any of its characters in shape or form. I do own this plot and any changes I make to characters, as long as its legal, and this includes Himitsu damnit! You steal you die.

The young man leaned down, hands on either side of her. His warm breath caressed her cheek as he said, "Try me." She looked into his golden eyes, and finished, "I was alone, being watched by the guards after my mother told them to do so. The first time we met, I told you I was afraid of the guards. You told me not to fear them, because they would protect me. And I asked you, 'Will you protect me?'" She stopped, and noticed his face an inch before hers. She shivered slightly as a chilly wind blew up. He asked, "Are you cold?"

She simply nodded, and said, "You promised you would protect me. Forever."

His golden eyes stared gently at her. The man didn't seem at all startled by what she had said. He drew her close to him, and whispered in a low, husky voice, "Let me warm you up." Kaoru stared up, eyes wide. His warmth began to seep into her, "Kenshin..." One of his hands brought her face to his, as he brought his lips close to her ear, "You should be careful about when you call me that."

She was speechless, as she sat there. And then, the assassin said, "Or, I might do something drastic." He nipped her ear sharply. Kaoru narrowed her blue eyes, responding as he moved his face so that he was looking at her, "And what, my dear assassin, do you define as drastic?"

"Hmm... I dunno." Mischief grew in his eyes, and then, before Kaoru knew what was happening, she had been lifted up and over his shoulder. Blood rushed to her head from her now upside down position, "Kenshin! God damnit, let me down, now!" She beat a fist into his back, but the man didn't seem to notice. He began to walk around the garden, and said, "What was that?" He was smiling internally, at the fact that he had such a fine woman in his possesion.

"Let me down you smelly assassin!" He paused at her words, and then promptly dropped her to the ground, the young woman landing on her rear.

"I don't smell." The hitokiri replied to her, and then stood up straight, as Kaoru rubbed her behind while standing up. Her blue eyes flashed, and she said, "You smell like dead fish." In reality, Kaoru found his scent quite soothing, and enjoyed it immensely. However, she wanted to get him back, "And stagnant water."

He twitched at describing his "awful" smell, and then said, "So I smell like fish and water?"

"Yes."

"Are you sure?" He asked her flatly. The way he was asking made Kaoru flush some, and then she narrowed her eyes, "Yes. Positive."

"I see. Well then, I'll just have to make sure you-" He stopped mid sentence. The assassin's stature immediately changed, and he turned around towards the gate. Kaoru seemed to notice something as well, but she couldn't be sure as to what it was. The red head put out a hand, signaling her not to move. The woods were silent, aside from the occasional bird.

Leaning over, Battousai whispered, "There's someone here."

Kaoru flashed a mean look, and gave a whispered reply, "You think I can't sense that? Just because Himitsu is gone, it doesn't mean I am any less skilled as a fighter." The red head stared at her, and then nodded.

The two silently made their way over accross the garden, as they made it to the gate. Once they were there, he leaned towards the gate, and then listened closely. He heard what sounded like two people making their way through the woods. By the way the noise sounded, they were both running in the direction of the gate. Once, however, seemed more rushed than another. The first desperate, the other presence more relax. Someone reached the gate, and tried the handle. Kenshin looked over to Kaoru, to silently ask if he should let whoever it was in. She nodded, and the gate was flung open as a young woman with long, brown hair hurried inside and slammed the door shut.

After a few moments, she noticed the other two, and spat out heavily, "Who are you!" Her brown eyes were fierce, as she leaned down, trying to catch her breath. Kenshin noticed that the other had stopped running, right in front of the gate.

"Come on little girl." The voice sneered out, "The emperor wishes to see your newest accomplishments."

"NO! Leave me alone. I won't serve that sleaze any longer."

"Well, then I'll just have to hurt you." Kenshin and Kaoru looked at the woman, and then at the gate. The man drew his katana, and Kaoru brought out a dagger. She would do what was necessary to defend the girl, but she had no wish to kill. The Battousai could take care of that, for now.

I UPDATED! MY 17TH BDAY IS TOMORROW!

Okay, regardless, I do plan on updating again. Wow, it's been so long! This chapter is indeed short, but the way it is suits it. Finals are done, and school is finished. Thank goodness. I got my high school ring, and have become a senior. Yay. Now I get to apply to college in the fall. . Anyway, I hope you enjoyed my little cliffhanger, and please, leave me your thoughts. As I said, next chapter is going to be long, I just need to sit down and write it. Haha. I love you guys.

Hotaru

Date finished: May 26, 2006