The Power of Seven

Chapter Fourteen


**** Day Eleven Cont. ****


Kurama walked down the hallway letting it all add up in his head. Over twenty years no child had been produced, both of them were healthy. From what Yusuke had said they had been trying but nothing had ever occured. Genkai had something in her hand, that was possibly the pills the maid had spoken of. If Genkai had indeed destroyed Keiko's pills, the woman wouldn't have wanted to sleep with Yusuke. She was still young enough to have children, not going through a human female's natural change of life.

If it was true then Keiko had lied to Yusuke all these years, denying him the children he longed for. Kuruma doubted he would have left her if she'd stated that she didn't want to have any, he loved her too much. The point remained that she would have lied to him all this time when she should have been honest.

That had to be what had caused the fight between the two women. Genkai loved Yusuke, anyone could see that, so naturally she would be angry if she'd found out about the deception. Kurama wasn't sure how deep that love ran but it was still there. Genkai would definitely take this secret to the grave with her.

He stopped in front of the door, they must be asleep already. He wouldn't let that stop him, he brought up his fist and proceeded to pound on it. Movement was heard from inside, followed by cursing. Yusuke opened the door, yawning loudly in his face. "Sorry to wake you Yusuke but is Genkai awake?"

"No, we were sleeping. Mind if I ask what's going on?" Yusuke looked the fox over and frowned. There was a smell coming from him, his instincts told him what it was, sex. The fox stank of arousal, what the hell was he doing knocking on his door then? "She's sleeping, come back in the morning."

"What is it Kurama?" Genkai climbed off the bed, wondering what would bring him there. She'd just fallen asleep after listening to Yusuke snore for over two hours. Keiko had left earlier today so Yusuke had asked her to come back into the room. Yomi was insisting that they strengthen the bond the best they could. She snorted at the thought, there was no way for their bond to get any better. They were as close as they were ever going to get. If anything them spending so much time together will make it lessen.

"I wish to speak to you, it's important." Kurama tried to keep the anger out of his voice. It wouldn't do well for Yusuke to hear it, or he'd object to the woman coming with him. He was very protective of the woman even if Genkai wasn't aware of it. "I insist that you come with me, I will NOT wait till morning to speak with you."

Genkai saw the look in his eyes and cringed. Was it possible? Had Kurama figured it out somehow? The fox was very intellegent, she'd give him that. If he had his quesses, she prefered to speak to him in private instead of infront of Yusuke. Obviously that's what the boy wanted. One way to find out, "Are you sure it can't wait? Can't anyone else help you with your problem?"

"No, I need YOU NOW!" He reached out to grab the woman's hand, she'd come before he lost it in front of Yusuke. The boy didn't need to hear this conversation, especially if he was correct. It would only hurt their friend in the process. He wasn't sure what he'd do about it if it were true.

A hand landed on his arm, applying enough pressure to cause the fox to wince. "Get your hand off her." Yusuke growled at him, his voice dropped a notch. He didn't care if Genkai was willing to go with him, he didn't like it. The fox could go find someone else to ease his problem. There was no way he was laying a hand on her.

"Calm down Yusuke, I just want to talk to her nothing more." Kurama looked into the enraged eyes. How could he have missed it? Had he been too preoccupied with other things that he hadn't noticed? Yusuke had to be developing feelings for the woman to be able to produce that mass amount of jealousy radiating from his body.

"Let go of him dimwit, he wants to talk. I doubt he's going to take me into the next room and ravish me. Go back to bed, I'll be back later." Genkai placed a hand on Yusuke's, causing the boy to relax his hold. "I'll be fine, get some sleep. I'm not going to take it easy on you tomorrow because you whine due to lack of sleep."

Yusuke felt the anger leaving him, he believed what she said. He gave Kurama one last look then nodded. "Sure, try not to wake me when you get back."

Genkai followed Kurama out hoping Yusuke would stay in the room, this could get ugly. They walked some distance away from the room before Kurama turned to her, she braced herself for it. "Try to keep it low I don't want Yusuke to hear."

"Understandable, since I believe I know what the fight was about. She's been taking birth control hasn't she?" Kurama held his breath hoping, no praying that Genkai would deny it and he could believe her. When her head lowered in despair his heart dropped, it was true. "How long? I'm sure that information was given to you as well."

"Since they've been intimate, she's always been on them or so she said. Now that you know, you will not tell Yusuke. I will not have him hurt, let him believe her lie." Genkai put her foot down on the matter, she wouldn't have him hurt. The thought of causing him that pain made her heart ache. "Let him finish his life out with her in happiness, believing they just weren't meant to have children together. One day he will find someone else and maybe then he will have the family he wants."

"I don't want to hurt him either Genkai but he deserves to know the truth. It's wrong for the lie to continue, especially now. It needs to stop, he deserves better." Kurama wasn't sure if he could refrain from telling Yusuke the truth. It was wrong to keep something like this from him. It would cause him pain but what about in the long run? If Keiko died decades from now and no child was produced then Yusuke went and concieved a child with someone else. He wasn't stupid eventually he would figure it out. If Keiko told him that the doctor said she was capable of it and it came to light so could he then things wouldn't add up to him. Yusuke would figure it out eventually, it was only a matter of time.

"He deserves to be happy, he wants Keiko." Genkai reminded him once more. It didn't matter if they thought the girl to be in the wrong. "Yusuke loves her, let him have what happiness he can find. It is not our place to interfere in their relationship." Suddenly she wished that she hadn't returned to the room that day. With the long life she would surely have now, she'd have to live with this knowledge everyday until she died.

"I agree but think of this. When and if Yusuke ever sires a child it will come to light that he is capable of it. He will eventually figure it out and know that Keiko somehow stopped it from happening. Wouldn't it be better for it come to light now, so they can have time to work past that. Once she is dead and gone, she will never be able to ask for his forgiveness. Yusuke will live with the betrayal until the day he dies." Kurama knew the woman couldn't argue with that fact. "We hurt him now, or let this destroy him later."

"You might be right but I say we wait. There is too much riding on him right now. After this is over one of us can confront Keiko, you can if you'd like. Give the girl a chance to come clean herself before we do it. It's better if he hears it from her not us." Genkai saw him nod in agreement and knew she should count herself lucky he'd agreed.

Yusuke waited in the bed, not being able to fall asleep. Genkai had been gone awhile and he was starting to become antsy. What could they be talking about for so long? She had said all they were going to do was talk but he couldn't stop the jealousy that rose. Kurama was very sly and women seemed to flock to him. As much as he wanted to remind himself that Genkai wasn't the fox's type he knew he was fooling himself. At one time she had been too old for them but not now. She was just as young in appearance and in year wise, Kurama was older. She was beautiful, even he felt desire for her so why wouldn't Kurama. It was bad enough Shishi had tried to hit on her already. As he'd said once before Genkai was a hot chick.

The door finally slid open letting the tiny woman walk back in. He could feel her depression and worry, what had they discussed? If Kurama did or said anything to upset her he'd kick his ass. "Are you okay Genkai?" He watched her pull the covers down to climb on her side.

"I'm fine, you shouldn't waited up." She slid down on the bed and tried to get comfortable, facing away from him. She wasn't sure if she could look him in the face now. Not knowing the pain he'd soon be facing emotionally. How could she be around him daily knowing what she knew? It was easy before because he'd been around Keiko almost constantly. Now the girl was gone and he'd be around during the days now and at night.

He could still feel the mixed emotions coming from her, could he convince her to talk to him about it? Knowing Genkai she'd keep it to herself unless she felt like talking. The need to comfort her was still there, nagging at the back of his mind. Not sure how she'd take the advance, he worked his way over to her side. She made no move to get away as he placed an arm around her tiny waist. His chin rested on the top of her head as he spooned against her. It still amazed him how small she really was, but she fit perfectly against him. He felt her relax feeling the comfort he was so willing to give.

"Thanks dimwit," Genkai smiled, letting herself enjoy the embrace if only for the moment. She knew she shouldn't let herself get attached to him, not this way. He didn't speak, so she got comfortable, snuggling up against his chest. His cheek began to rub against her hair while he took in her scent. "Do I stink Yusuke?"

"No, you smell good actually." He inhaled the fragrance and sighed. He'd been looking for any traces of Kurama on her but he wouldn't tell her that. The urge had suddenly come to him, he wanted to make sure the fox hadn't gotten close to her. His hold tightened around her, her presence soothing him in return. He'd been stressed since Keiko had arrived, not being able to sleep good. Add the daily arguements, the gap between them and the none existent sexlife he was tense. Holding Genkai was having a calming effect on his nerves.

"Glad you approve." She closed her eyes finding some peace in his arms. She'd worry about everything tomorrow, after a good night's sleep.


**** Day Twelve ****


Shura rolled over in the bed seeing the light coming from the large window. His eyes felt raw from lack of sleep, his mind still refused to let him rest. He'd been released from the tank yesterday afternoon only to be sent to his father's chambers. He already knew what his father was going to tell him and more. It had been Sango, she had saved him. He remembered everything up until he'd passed out in her arms. Those things had been too fast for him, one had gotten a good hit in at the last moment. The pain had been unbearable, giving them what they needed to grab him. He tried to get lose as they carted him away but he could barely move for some reason. Yuda said there had been some kind of venom in the wound, enough to cause paralysis for a short time. If not for the girl he'd just casted aside, he'd have been taken to that city to end up on a platter.

Yomi made sure he knew who had saved him, making him feel even more guilty. His father berated him for his actions then, calling him a fool. Not like he needed to be told, he wasn't stupid. Maybe he was after all, he didn't like it all the same. His father then told him to get some rest and recover.

Now, morning was upon him and he'd yet to find sleep. Too many facts screamed at him, telling him what a fool he was. He should have known that Kichi hadn't really wanted him, it had been there for him to see. She hadn't accepted his courtship or his advances before all this. She'd said that the reason she couldn't share his bed was because of Sango but after the girl was gone she hadn't returned to his bed that night. Not even after he'd risked everyone's hatred and anger to spare her life causing the death of the other girl.

What bothered him more was what he'd felt while being suspended up in the air. For a brief moment he'd thought he'd die, no hope had been in sight. His fear and his pain had reached her through the bond he shared with Kichi. He knew she had felt it, plus being his mate she'd had to have known he was on the verge of death. The feelings that had radiated back shocked him, joy and pleasure. She had been happy to know he was about to die. He didn't want to believe it even as the other girl spared him from the terrible fate. He wanted to believe he had felt wrong.

He'd waited while in the tank and all last night hoping she'd come to him. She knew he was alive, he'd felt her disappointment. The only ones to ask about his welfare had been his father and HER. The woman he'd wanted to come see him had disgarded him without looking back; while the one he'd tossed aside had come to see him. Yuda had said she'd told him that she was worried about him. Why?

Seeing her standing there had surprised him and pleased him at the same time. He'd reached his hand out to see if she was really there to meet only glass. She'd jumped at the sound then ran out, leaving him to ponder her purpose for being there. He wanted to go ask her what she'd been thinking but knew better. His father had already informed him that she wasn't to be bothered especially by him.

Anger filled him at knowing that Kichi was discarding him, why had she let him mark her? His father of course, it all centered around him. She'd thought to use him, to get to Yomi. He wouldn't allow himself to be used, fuck that bitch. He'd made a mistake by taking her for a mate. He'd disappointed his father and his own people for her and she wanted him dead.

Maybe it wasn't too late to make it up to all of them. He couldn't help in the final battle when he'd be needed the most but he could do whatever possible before hand. He'd been told that Yusuke was taking over training Sango along with the other woman. He'd go see if they would allow him to assist.


Sango dodged the punch Genkai sent her way only to be grazed by the next one thrown. They were both faster than she, Yusuke was standing against the wall watching. She was doing her best to focus on the woman in front of her. She knew she was keeping her movements regular, trying to get her use to basic dodging before doing anything hard. After dodging they were suppose to move onto blocking.

Youkai were alot different in this time. Back in her era they hardly used their fist but whatever attacks they had been born with. Whatever was used she would train in all they had to offer. Genkai had already offered to train her more after all this was over, so she had accepted. What was to become of them all wasn't known but Sango would prefer to stay in this era. Kagome would want to stay now because some of her family was still alive here.

Rin seemed attached to Yomi, so she'd probably stay with him. The girl didn't have any family to speak of, just her and Kagome; oh and Jaken. Sango only had Kagome and Kirara so she'd be staying with Kagome. Not too many options left for her. It made her wonder who this youkai was that Yomi had sent for. What would he be like and would he demand anything of her?

The door opened causing all three of them to stop, Yusuke was the first to speak. "What the hell are you doing here?" He left his place on the wall, he'd be damned if he let that selfish bastard in the room. Hadn't he caused enough trouble? He didn't know Sango very well but no one deserved to be offered up like a piece of meat for a crime they didn't commit. All so this sick bastard could keep his piece of ass. Maybe he should inform him that just this morning his so called mate was seen going into a room with one of the guards.

"I've come to offer my assistance to Sango, I didn't come to speak to you." Shura turned to the girl who was standing in front of Genkai with a confused look on her face. The choice was hers not Urameshi's, he wouldn't leave until she told him to. It was the least he could do, it was something he wanted to do.

"She doesn't need your help, you've helped enough. In case you've forgotten she isn't your mate, that blonde tramp belongs to you. If you are looking to help someone, I think she got lost. Why else would she drag that guard in the room with her?" Yusuke snorted at the man's face, served him right. The stupid prick needed a lesson in reality.

"She can stay lost then, I've come to ask Sango to allow me to continue training her until her new mate arrives." Let her stay in that room, the guard was welcome to her. As long as she stayed away from him, he didn't care. He didn't need a mate that wished him dead. It had been his mistake so he'd live with it but he'd do what he could for Sango first.

"It's okay Yusuke, I'll let him train me. That way you two don't have to take time out to do it." Sango backed up from Genkai, to retrieve her belongings. She didn't think he would try to harm her, not now. His offer sounded sincere to her, she wasn't sure how she knew he wasn't lying. "I'll be right down the hall, I'll scream if I need anything." He probably felt obligated since she saved his life. Let him finish training her until this new youkai showed up. Her ability to be able to deal with this threat was more important than her injured feelings. Seemed Shura had come to that realization also, let him make amends this way.


"Look at what Rin has found." Rin ran up to Yomi with the weird flower in her hand. It was very pretty and had a strange scent to it. He cocked an eyebrow before nodding at her. She giggled then placed up behind his middle ear, "There, now Rin thinks you look pretty too." He didn't remove the flower which made her happy, so she went to go look for others.

She loved spending time here now that she wouldn't get attacked again. Every evening after training he said he'd take her here if she did a good job during their session. She was just glad that he hadn't assigned another bodyguard to follow behind her. Rin didn't care for those men, they all looked mad. She much prefered spending her time with Yomi. He only spent half the night with her now, he usually came in after she was asleep.

Last night she had woken up to find him laying beside her. Instead of angering him with roaming hands again she had used his chest as a pillow. He didn't seem to mind that because he placed an arm around her. She had liked falling asleep that way, she was going to try it again tonight when he came to bed.

Yomi kept his ears alert as he focused on Rin, allowing her free roam of the garden. She was making excellent progress in training, she was almost ready to begin mixing the energy. He was surprised she hadn't commented on the tension coming from him. He was overly stressed from trying to keep the people safe, not to mention the sexual tension. Sleeping next to her was getting to him, then spending the day with her. He wouldn't make the same mistake and entrust her safety to anyone else. He would just have to fight off the urges when he got them, which was too often for his liking.

He'd tried to see about his needs last night but had failed. The whore he'd went to go see hadn't been able to do anything for him. After ten minutes and his member refused to become excited she'd given up. He'd apologized and left, he hadn't been able to get his mind off the girl waiting for him in his room. Having the overused woman sucking on his cock had done nothing but aggravate him. He still refused to rut with a human, he'd have to deal with it until this was over. What could be done after he wasn't sure, except he'd give her another room.

He wouldn't have to be around her everyday then. Yomi wasn't sure how Kurama did it, sleeping with a human girl. It was against his nature to fuck the enemy, even if they were on the same side now. Having a human underneath him wasn't something he wanted, but he was stuck with her. Not unless he took the coward's way out like Shura and killed her off. The thought made him frown, he couldn't imagine striking her much less taking her life. She had done nothing to him, it wasn't her fault he couldn't seem to control his body.

Rin walked towards him, something was wrong. He was frowning , he was sad but why? She didn't like it at all, maybe he needed a hug. She ran up to him while he was distracted, she threw himself on him. He caught her as she wrapped her arms around his shoulders. All thoughts left while they embraced. "See Rin was right, you needed a hug."

Rin pulled her head back to look in his face, he was still frowning. Without thinking she brought her face forward to place a light kiss on his mouth. Maybe that would make him stop frowning. A low growl was heard before his hand caught the back of her head pulling her mouth back down. Her eyes closed, he was kissing her!

Something was being forced inside her mouth, his tongue seeking entrance. Rin opened up unsure of what to do but allow him to do so. He was licking the inside of her mouth, brushing across her own. Wanting to know what it felt like she mocked his movements. The feeling caused strange sensations to stir in her stomach. The tongues entwined, feeling each other out.

Yomi could tell it was the first time she'd ever kissed a man. Her movements were unsure, very timid each time she tasted him. The innocent gesture was exciting him all the same. The training had proved her to be a quick learner, she was matching his probing with every thrust of her tongue.

If this didn't stop he was going to take her in the garden without any regards to her discomfort. He pulled away from her, placing her gently to the ground. "Go to the room Rin, now." Confusion and then rejection crossed her face but she did what he said. He took a deep breath as she walked away from him.

Rin didn't let her emotions get the better of her until the door closed behind her, seperating them. A tear slid down her cheek to be wiped away with her sleeve. She should have known better than to throw herself at him. Then to do something stupid as to kiss him. He'd be angry now and it was all her fault. What could she do to make it up to him? Maybe she should stop trying to get close to him. He'd stated from the begining what he wanted and it wasn't her. No matter what she did she couldn't change the fact that she was human. He might offer his protection, but he'd never offer himself.

"I still don't like it," Yusuke took the drink Genkai offered. He'd been waiting all day to hear anything indicating that Shura was mistreating Sango but hadn't heard anything. The girl had come down to dinner, she appeared to be fine. Maybe he was just looking for a reason to trash the bastard without getting on Yomi's bad side. Yomi had given the girl his protection until this new guy arrived but would he be any better than Shura?

"You don't have to, just accept it. It was Sango's choice not yours. She isn't stupid give her some credit." Genkai took a sip of her drink before going back to her food. It was better this way, soon her and Yusuke would need to focus on her drawing from his youkai energy. The girl would have went to train with her new mate anyways. Let Shura make up for the trouble he'd caused.

"I guess but I still don't like it." The boy didn't deserve another chance in his opinion. Not after what he'd done, it was just wrong. Yusuke could never think of offering up Genkai's life, not for anything. Those two might not know each other that well but they were both people.

"You said that already dimwit, stop worring about it." Genkai snorted, the boy had too big a heart for a youkai. Being human first probably had something to do with it. He turned to glare at her, did he think he was impressive?

"I'll say it again dammit. What the hell are you so cheerful about anyways? Did you get laid last night or something? Are you sure all you and Kurama did was talk?" He slammed his hand down, causing the dishes to clatter. Time to ask what was really bothering him. He'd seen the look the two had shared this morning at breakfast. Those two were hiding something and he didn't like it. Even Yomi could have seen the looks Kurama kept sending their way, or should he say Genkai. The fox had kept looking over towards her, it made him wonder.

"Hn, hardly when I had to share my bed with you." What was chapping his ass today? He'd been in a foul mood all day long, somehow she doubted Shura was the cause. Maybe she should remind him that even youkai jack off from time to time. He needed to pull his head out his ass before she did it for him. "I could ask you the same but in reverse. What the hell has crawled up your ass?"

"Nothing and what the hell is that suppose to mean?" Yusuke yelled at her, there was nothing wrong with him. He wasn't the one walking around with a big smile plastered on his face. Even if she'd gotten laid, there was no way in hell Kurama was that freakin good in the sack.

"Exactly what was implied. It would be hard for me to get any when you are in the bed with me. I don't see you rolling over anytime soon and start going down on me. So pipe down before you give me a headache." Genkai turned from him, letting it drop. Whatever his problem was he wasn't dragging her down with him. Let him bitch all he wanted she'd just ignore him.

His mouth dropped, did she just really say that? "Well why didn't you say so? If you wanted me to you could have just asked. Better becareful though you might find you like it." He grinned when her face turned red. Seemed even she could blush on occasion. The thought caused his body to stir. He'd only done it a few times with Keiko since she didn't care for oral sex but somehow he knew Genkai would be the type to induldge in it often.

"I didn't mean that Yusuke, besides I don't need some man thinking he knows what he's doing going at me like I was a piece of rawhide. Save it for someone else that's desperate." Did he really think he had what it took to please her?

"Don't offer then or next time you might wake up with my head between your legs." Yusuke teased her, see how she took that. His eyes widened when she turned in her seat to face him. The look on her face said he'd just crossed the line. Let her dish it out he could take it.

Genkai tried to think of what would shut his cocky ass up. She leaned forward and placed a hand on his thigh causing him to jump. She squeezed enough to get his attention. "Let me tell you something Yusuke, you couldn't handle me. You're still the same cocky kid that showed up on my doorstep as far as I'm concerned. If you think you are man enough to talk your crap be prepared to back it up."

"Don't tempt me Genkai, I'd watch that hand if I was you or you'll be grabbing a little more than you can handle." That got her to release him, he smirked. She left him to finish his dinner alone and with a hard-on. What the hell was his problem? He stuck a fork in the meat, he'd actually enjoyed baiting her. Not too mention he'd enjoyed it when she grabbed him. Maybe he needed to ask Yomi where he could find some lubricant and become friends with his hand tonight.


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