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Part 200 - the gala-days and new toys As the morning arrived, Akita had them all arrive in Bunnice nice and early. DT was dragged up the steps and locked into place. He was now ready to "accept donations" in his holes. After a few minutes of work, his nipples were attached to cords on pulleys. With a long firm pull, his tits would be pulled apart... Then, hitting the release would allow them to fall back into place. Akita tested it, and a crowd began forming as they heard the tits slapping together during testing. Before the show was declared opened, Akita and Litah got Plateemi and Wilmarda set up on either side of DT's platform. They were going to have a long day, as the ladies put a new style of spreader bar between their knees. Instead of holding them apart, these bars had points on the ends that would remind them to open wide if they tried to close their legs. She wanted their crotches nice and visible to passersby. Andi wanted to play with the slaves, but she was in charge of collecting donations. Ketsu and Tualmy were in their prosthetics, and were acting as added security. Their mechanical limbs offered them more strength than most people who would be around town today. The pussy faces got the most use, but the tit slapping drew the biggest crowds. Those massive knockers fell with such force that a few people almost got knocked out. They were struck, and then had to wobble their way out from under DT - because they couldn't walk upright. Akita had a few chairs set up for this very possibility. All three slaves took hundreds of cocks - real and fake - throughout the day. After dinner, Akita announced the auction. She sold "the twins" as a pair, and then moved on to DT. She gave the crowd his laundry list of offenses towards females, and a full list of his "upgrades". A few males bid on him for the uniqueness of owning someone like him, but the area businesswomen drove the price up. They all wanted a chance to treat him badly for his actions - as if what the ladies had done wasn't punishment enough. Zuri and Mikota we're excited to see the huge donations from Akita's show during the event. Akita added a few million credits of her own for town improvements. Zuri thanked her very professionally in front of the crowd... And came by to visit after. That's when she thanked them with her mouth and body, instead of just "public official words" as Akita called them - words for the crowds, that didn't really mean much to people who knew how things operated behind the scenes. Akita had Andi fingering Zuri and Mikota while Zuri's tongue was buried in Akita's vagina, and Mikota's tongue was buried in Akita's ass. It was a game to see who could who off the fastest. Andi's arms were getting tired faster than the two tongues, so she had to slow down. In her attempt to win, she balled up her fists and drove them inside. When she added some twisting motions to the in's and out's, Zuri gushed and moaned. After they all got cleaned up, Akita had an announcement, "Since you failed to control yourself, and came first, I'm going to have to make some changes to your daily wardrobe." Mikota was essentially nude, except for her crotch and nipple covers, so they both knew she meant Zuri - and that she was in trouble. "From now on, you can only wear micro mini skirts, and tube tops, Mayor Hottie. Here's the real challenge... You need to come up with a reason for your wardrobe changes, that doesn't include our arrangement." "But, Mistress... How could I explain a Mayor wearing such unprofessional attire? What excuse could there be?" "That's for you to figure out. Now, eat Litah's ass while you start thinking it over." "Yes, Mistress." Zuri said, obviously confused, as she stuck her face between Litah's cheeks. -------- The next morning, Zuri showed up at her office in next to nothing. She had her micro mini shirt and tube top on - they were each just a small strip of fabric wrapped tightly around their corresponding areas - as she had been directed by Akita. She couldn't help but think that she had served her purpose, and that Akita was outing her in this way. "Madam Mayor, why are you... Ummm... Dressed... Or not dressed... Like that?" the security guard stammered. "My doctor said I needed to get more... Sun. Could you send maintenance up to my office when they arrive, please?" Zuri tried to sound confident. "Certainly, Madam." As soon as Zuri sat down at her desk, Akita called. Zuri relayed the guard's reaction and her excuse. Akita commended her on her quick thinking and told her to relax. "Am I done as mayor? Am I to simply be your slave now?" she asked. "If that's what you desire, we can make that work... But I just wanted to show you off more. You've followed all my directions for some time, but you've never gotten wet and showed off that way... What was I to do? Your rings are exposed, but your ownership tattoo is still covered. Keep up the great work running Bunnice for us all, and have great day." Akita laughed as she turned off her communicator. "You wanted to see me Ma'am?" the maintenance guy broke Zuri from her fog. "Nice rings. Do you do a little self bondage Ma'am? My wife's got a set. She loves to bind herself in crazy ways and wait for me to get home." "Yes, I did call. Thank you for noticing my rings. And, that was a little too much information." "Sorry." "How can I get more light in here?" "I can get some thinner curtains... But, ideally, a skylight would give you the most light." "I'll be working away from the office today. Can you get me a cost estimate and timeline for the project, please? I'd like a couple bids on my desk by tomorrow morning." "I'll do my best, Ma'am. Sorry again about sharing too much earlier. "It's fine, but I'd prefer it if you didn't call attention to my rings. There's a raise in it for you." "I won't tell a soul, but I'm guessing I'm not the only one who's seen them before." "Thank you for your part, I'll deal with anyone else as necessary." With that, Zuri left her office and went to the planned building site for the new park. It would be easier to claim a need for more sun while being outside. She hoped it wouldn't be considered cheating in any way by her mistresses. Akita and Litah met her for dinner after work. While Litah and Zuri talked, Akita seemed distracted. She kept watching a couple females on the other side of the room. They were having dinner, but there was something more going on over there. "Hey! We're over here! What's so important over there?" Litah finally asked. "They're backwards, but it's more than that." Akita stated. "What does that mean, Mistress?" Zuri asked. She spoke at a soft tone that was audible only to them. "The sub wants to be the domme, but doesn't know how to start. She's heavy, so she thinks the only way to get someone to love her is to change herself. And the domme had no idea what she's doing. She's trying to make the sub do what she wants to have someone do to her." Akita explained. "Are we going to change their lives?" Litah sighed. "We don't have to." "But you want to" "Yeah, I kinda do." "Go ahead." Akita walked over to their table and put her hand on the "domme's" shoulder. "Strip." she directed with authority in her voice. The golden fleshed Halaisi immediately began removing her clothing. She had several layers to take off, but she worked quickly. She wanted to please someone who was telling her what to do. "You too... Strip." "I don't want to be a sub." the heavyset Echani who wanted to tell females what to do stated. "I didn't ask." Akita blurted out. "You don't know how to be a domme, so that makes you a sub. Neither of you had the authority to be in charge. You both need to be told what to do." "Can I help you, Ma'am?" the restaurant owner came by to ask - the two females stripping in his establishment was drawing a great deal of attention. "Yes, you can. Take her..." Akita grabbed the Echani's arm and pulled her toward him, "into the back room so she can suck your cock." She looked at Akita in horror. "If she doesn't do a great job, tell me. She'll regret it." The owner was dumbfounded, but wanted his dick sucked, so he took her by the arm and dragged her to the back room. "As for you. You tried to play the dominant role; but, deep down, you know you're a true sub. Go from table to table with this large spoon. Hand the spoon to one of the diners, and then turn around and pull your cheeks as far apart as you can. Request that each person at the table use the spoon to strike your pussy or butt hole. Change your grip if they require an adjustment. One moment." Akita grabbed a fork off the naked females' table. With just a little effort, Akita teased the golden clit out from its hiding place... And slid the fork down from the top of it. Forcing the fork down until the clit hit the base of the tines made the handle press into her belly. "I know this hurts. Don't touch this, and don't let it fall off." Akita stated as she pointed to a nearby table. The Halaisi took the spoon, went to the table, handed the spoon to the male having dinner alone, turned around and spread her cheeks, and requested that he strike her pussy or ass hole with the spoon. He did as she requested. As she spread her cheeks, he whacked her ass hole three times. They were hard strikes, but not unbearable. From there, she went to the next table. As one sucked off the restaurant owner, the other made her way around the dining room. When she made it to Akita's table, she followed her directions from before. She was quite red and swollen around her sphincter, but her pussy was dripping. Akita could sense her humiliation, and her arousal was more than obvious. After Litah and Zuri spanked her pussy with the spoon -creating a splatting sound - Akita shoved the handle into the sub's very moist pussy. After wiggling the spoon around inside her, Akita pulled it out and placed it in front of her face. The sub opened her mouth and Akita put the spoon handle into her mouth. She licked herself off the spoon. "Go suck off the restaurant owner. If she did her job, he'll be flaccid. You'll have to get him going again to get him off. Tell your 'friend' to come find me." Akita instructed. The Echani returned with her beet red, blushing cheeks. She had never done that in a restaurant before, and people were staring at her naked body. Akita could feel the shift in her mindset - she did want to be a sub, but she hadn't been able to figure that out while subbing for a sub who didn't know how to read her body. Akita gave her waiter a couple hundred credits and requested a spatula from the kitchen. When he returned, some of the kitchen staff followed - it's not every night that you hear rumblings about nude females in the dining room or a diner requests a spatula. She was given a similar task as her former "domme". The difference, she was to request that the patrons slap her large tits with the spatula...

(These next few chapters spans over several weeks/months as I don't plan on making this story too long.) An agreement like this one was not an easy thing to decide on. Even as you pulled out folded clothes to place into the closet of your temporary home for the rest of the year. You supposed you should've felt excited or even honored to have a big opportunity. After all anyone else in their right mind would see this as nothing but beneficial to them. A chance to court their soulmate. The opportunity to work for a highly rich family and a chance to live in a beautiful area. Being paid so well. There really wasn't any real downsides to this but you still couldn't help but let your stomach twist in nervous knots.  You still weren't sure if you really wanted this. Wanted Kagaya. You already said you didn't want it but then...Why were you here? Was it out of curiosity? Did you want to actually get to know Kagaya? Was it because of the promised pay? You had no idea at this point but it was only until the rest of this year. It wouldn't really put a hinder on your plans too much and you could earn a decent coin for your work. You just had to wing it and wait it out. Your first day here was uneventful. You just unpacked and a female servant showed you around the mansion before leading you back to your room to allow you to settle in for the day. You tried to mentally make a map of the entire place but it wasn't easy and you were sure you didn't get it down.  However you were surprised when you had gotten a knock on your door and you answered it to a woman a few inches smaller than you.  "Um.." You blinked  at her. "Hello?" "You must be the new healer here." Her voice was blunt but surprisingly polite as she offered you a smile.  "I'm sorry. Who are you?" You took a moment to look her over. She was a few inches Smaller than you about the size of a teenager although her demeanor obviously shown she was a grown woman. Her mostly black hair was pinned up by a strange hair clip shaped like a butterfly and ..Now that you thought about it. Her entire attire looked strangely similar to a butterfly including the very pretty haori coat over her shoulders. Otherwise the rest of her uniform was entirely black. You definitely didn't see her when being shown around. "Shinobu." Her voice answered bluntly making you jump out of your stupor. Purple eyes blinked at you. "I've heard all about you from Oyakata-sama. You seem to have already made quite an impression on him." You blinked yet again not entirely sure how to take this. "Oh..Thank you?" Her face did not change from that blunt smile. "It's um...Nice to meet you." You gave a quick bow of politeness. "I don't think I've seen you around here. Are you one of the maids?" "I'm a doctor from town,"her blunt voice spoke again. "My sisters and I run a clinic. You share the practice yes?" "No, I don't. That's a widely known misconception." Her head tilted at you as you held up a hand. "As an herbalist I know which plants are poisonous or which ones can cure fevers or even be made into tea, but I'm not even close to a doctor. I have literally no idea how to perform surgeries or stitch up wounds or diagnose a lot of things properly. A lot of people mix me up for a doctor all the time, but I won't lie and pretend to know medicine on your level." Shinobu's tilted head stared at you silently and you got a shiver like she was calculating your whole being in her head before her smile got just slightly bigger. "You know your skill limit. I like that." Again you weren't sure how to take that. Only giving a confused, "Thank you?" Deciding to change the subject you turned it back to her. "So what brings a doctor to my door? I don't think I'm ill." "I'm here to run you through Oyakata-sama's routine. If you'll be taking care of him then you should at least know what to do." Ah right. You'd forgotten about a big part of the agreement was to literally take care of the man you'd might be marrying. With a soft sigh you nodded. "Sure. I might as well get used to it if I'm going to be staying here." Her eyes blinked. "You don't sound very enthusiastic." "I guess I'm just nervous about this whole thing. I mean I'm entirely new to this process." "Understandable but you'll be used to it in no time. Come. The Master's waiting for you." You supposed you had no choice but to follow Shinobu back down through the halls and listen to her listing off the important parts of taking care of him. "You won't have to be there as he baths or changes because that's already taken cared of early in the morning by someone else. However you need to make sure he eats enough and gets plenty of water. Nutrition and fluids are important for his own condition. Don't let him overexert himself. He needs lots of rest and sometimes he doesn't have enough energy for the things he forces himself to do. Do NOT let him stay up to ungodly hours of the night working-" You were starting to get more and more anxious as Shinobu went and on and on. There was so much that it sounded like you were taking care of a whole room of people instead of just one person. "He gets cold easily especially during the winter months so make sure to have extra blankets on hand when he needs it. The coughing is normal and you shouldn't worry about that too much but do be there in case he collapses from losing his breath." "Collapses?!" "Yes! But don't worry. He'll only need a few minutes to catch his breath again. What you should worry about is when he gets fevers! I'll leave you some fever medication. Make sure he takes it. He also needs his regular vitamins everyday. Just make sure he takes two of those with some water or tea. Oh! But I should warn you despite his condition he's incredibly stubborn and can talk you into letting him take on more work. Under no circumstances are you to let him take on anything more than he can handle no matter how convincing he might be." "....Is..there anything else I should know about?" "Oh yes! His eyes and the area around them are sensitive. Smoke can irritate them greatly so if you light any incense make sure to keep it far away and open a window...I also don't think I need to point it out to you but he obviously can't see. Please don't let him trip and fall." With each word you felt more and more anxious and nervous about the entire situation. Kagaya sounded...very high maintenance and while that wasn't really his fault or necessarily a deal breaker, it was honestly a lot to take in especially on only your third day here.  "Don't worry too much. My sister and I stop by once a month to do a full check up on him, so if there's anything you didn't remember we'll be sure to spot it!" You supposed that was her was of trying to be reassuring but it only had you guys sinking lower and heavier. As if a sinking rock was inside you. Eventually you both had stopped in front of a door and before you knew it Shinobu was already opening it and walking inside with you timidly right behind her but paused when you saw who was already sitting there waiting on the both of you. Kind blind eyes stared in your direction from a cozy futon as Kagaya offered a comforting smile at you. "Shinobu, I was wondering where you wondered off too. It's unlike you to suddenly leave in the middle of a session." His head tilted behind her towards you. "Miss L/n. I'm happy to see you today." How'd he know it was you? His head tilted at a window next. "...The birds are singing outside so it must be a beautiful day. Tell me what color is the sky?" Your eyes followed his gaze quietly gazing out the window at the sky. "It's a beautiful blue like a bluebell's petals." "Ah. Excellent then. That's certainly a good omen for a good day." He turned his smile back on you. "I think I want to visit the garden again and enjoy the beautiful sky." "Are you sure that's a wise choice?" Despite Shinobu's words, a shaking hand of his was already removing the blanket off of himself. "You were coughing a lot yesterday." "I feel much better after resting, and fresh air will do me good. You know I dislike sitting in my room all day when I can help it." "Hm." She hummed watching him already slowly struggling to his knees. "Alright then. If you're sure you won't overexert yourself-" She blinked as a figure quickly moved around her and before she even blink. Kagaya tilted his head upwards and a moment later soft hands gripped his arm. Shinobu watched silently as she wordlessly knelt down to throw one of the man's arms around her shoulders. Your arms then hugging him around his torso and bracing himself against her body. Practically hugging him she heaved him up to stand up on his own two feet. Both seemed surprised by her actions especially when she grabbed the arm still around her shoulders and looked at him.  "You alright, Mr. Ubuyashiki?" His surprised face regarded her words before his melted into a smile. "Yes. I'm feeling better than before. But please don't be so formal with me. Just Kagaya is fine, Miss L/n." Big shiny f/c eyes blinked up at him. "Well...Then I guess you don't have to be formal either. Y/n is fine with me too. Do you want to go to your garden?" "Yes. The day is surely too beautiful to be wasted by staying inside. There is a special place in the garden where I like to be by myself." "Are you talking about the place you were sitting where we first met?" He nodded. "Then I'll take you there."  Her hands moved him two steps forward before she suddenly stopped making him jostle to a stop and turn his head to her again in question. "You stopped walking all of a sudden. Is there something wrong?" ...Her eyes looked at him once again. "What do you usually do when you're outside by yourself?" The question was certainly a surprise but not an uncommon one as he smiled. "I listen. To the soft breeze, my lovely pets, and anything more nature decides to gift me that day." "What about a book? Do you want me to read to you?" Again a look of surprise passed over his features at the offer. "The garden is right near the library if I remember correctly. I can get you a book and we can read it together if you want." There was a moment of silence that passed on between them both for a long moment. The surprise of the other woman was also present as she couldn't help but stare in shock at the couple in front of her. Gently without a word, she tugged the surprised man into walking again.  "Have you eaten yet? It's still very early in the morning." "..No. I have not." "Then I'll get you something to eat too. You're going to need to eat something for strength. I'll get you some ohagi. It's perfect for a spring day. Is that ok?" ...A smile graced his features and he nodded. "Yes. I'm very fond of the idea." Shinobu watched wide eyed as the two slowly just walked past her and into the hallway. Nearly bumping into Sanemi walking down the hall stuffing his face with many ohagies but paused mid chew staring wide eyed as the two slowly made their way out of the room and down the hall. The woman wished him a hello but otherwise continued walking past him and down the hall. A moment later Shinobu poked her own head out of the room to watch with him before they disappeared around the corner. ".... Did you just see what the hell I saw?" He almost immediately turned to the smaller woman next to him and Shinobu hesitantly nodded. "What the hell was that?" "I'm not too sure... That's the same girl who was brought here a few weeks ago. She just helped him stand up on her own accord and offered to take him to the garden." "Eh?... That's nice of her I guess." He went to eat another ohagi in his hands. "She also offered to bring him food and read to him." He paused in a comical position of about to eat..but slowly lowered the food and stared blankly at Shinobu. "She did what? Why?" "...She went through the trouble of saving a butterfly I was told." "What does that have to do with anything?" "It has everything to prove about her." "You're making no sense as usual." "And that's why I'm the more intelligent one out of both of us." "WATCH YOUR DAM MOUTH!!" One month passed. The routine you set yourself in was hard to follow but at least it wasn't as difficult as math. Get up in the morning and go to Kagaya. By the time you got there he was usually already dressed and given food by help of a male servant or his grandfather. Mr. Kotoya was always very pleased to see you there and on a few times referred to you as Kagaya's 'wife' but it always made you uncomfortable not that your unease seemed to matter to the old man. Sometimes you would help Kagaya around and sometimes you found him handling important paperwork related to his businesses  to which his grandfather would have to read out loud to him in order for Kagaya to make a decision on them leaving you awkwardly to sit on the sidelines and listen to them conducting business for hours on end on things you absolutely did not understand. Other times Kagaya would be too weak to get up leaving you to also awkwardly sit next to his bed and either talk to him or read him stories which...was the only things you could really do. He asked about your interest in herbalism and your studies and your family. You happily answered since ..Well this was all just a part of the deal right? The whole reason you agreed to this was to get to know each other better. And you did find out a lot about him. Aside from his grandfather the only family he had was a distant cousin. His favorite animal was the pet crows he kept in the garden which ironically he also used to deliver messages. His family had been heavily influenced and involved in the nearby town for at least ninety five generations. His favorite author was a man named Kyogai and the Library was full of his books. And quite a few other things. But by the middle of the second month the repetitive and slightly tiring pattern was starting to make you a bit anxious doing nothing but care for him essentially and a lot of the time awkwardly sit in one place or room listening to him talk and cough and helping him around. ....This did not feel like courting at all. It was more of you taking care of him.  "Do you maybe want to go somewhere today?", you asked him one day. Shinobu had just left after checking him over for that month as promised and seemed very satisfied with how Kagaya was. Letting you know before she left how happy she was. "He's doing perfectly fine. You're doing great taking care of him. Keep up the good work but if I can make a suggestion. Add some more fruits and vegetables to his daily diet." Right...You were doing a good job caring for him. That's what you were being paid to do and a part of the deal. It was what you agreed to but... "The forest is so pretty with all the wysteria trees!" You gushed clasping your hands together. "We can go on a walk or have a picnic or both! We can also pick wild flowers to decorate your vase in the corner! We might even see some pretty wild animals-"  You paused taking a moment to glance back to his white eyes. "Oh...I guess maybe not that last one but you can listen to the birds singing!" Despite his face crinkled up in a smile he slowly shook his head no where he laid making you slowly lose your smile. "I would love nothing more than to do so with you. Unfortunately I am not feeling well enough to go anywhere too far today. I am truly sorry." "Oh." Despite him being blind you forced a smile back onto your face pushing the disappointed feelings in your chest. "No. Don't apologize about it. It's alright. We can go a different day...We can do something else! How about a game of shogi?" "That would be more able but I am afraid I'd be a terrible person to play against. I would not be able to properly see the pieces to move them." "Oh. Right." The smile fully went away as you looked down. ".... Would you like to finish the book we started? We're almost done with it anyways." He smiled wider from his place on the bed- Before suddenly turning his head away to cough into his shoulder again. You offered him some polite comfort by patting his other arm until he was able to catch his breath again and nod to you. "I would like that very much." You again forced a smile despite him still being blind before reaching out to a thick book that was left near you. Fantastic Fairytales and Fables is what the book was called and you flipped through until you stopped where you both last left off. A new tale called The Spirit Of Fate.  Down in the world unknown there laid a kingdom drab and dark. Where darkness and shadows collided and lived in fear and power. One would be mad to even think about stepping in a place like this. Where the dead are gone but still there, the shadows played and roamed and full of terror. A frightful place brace heros dare not venture unless they wish to meet a tragic fate. Yes. This one place was alone ruled by a power hungry spirit, spited by his love in life and now seeks vengeance on any mortal who dared be foolish enough to be beckoned into his awaiting claws. The creature of vengeance was known as one of promises and dealings. Whether If one were to want something most dear to their heart and was determined and pure, or if their heart was filled with greed, envy, and lust he would grant your reply if you were brave or stupid enough to find him. It was when one day a child from a nearby village heard of this rumor that they were excited to find out if it was true or not. Against their parents and everyone else's wishes and warnings, the small child had snuck out to venture into the forbidden dark woods. The brambles scraped and left cuts on their body, the creatures chased after and threatened to eat them if they didn't turn back now, for darker and more sinister things slept in these woods, but bravely the child went on. On and on on their journey to really see this sinister ghost who granted wishes and promises that the mortal eye would repulse to believe. Until the sinister avenger had been found and the massive shadow beckoned the child closer with a boney rigged hand. "You have traveled far and withstood the tests my forces forwarded. For that you have earned the right to one miracle granted to you. But a warning you have also earned. Be warned, with a pure and honest heart comes great rewards. With a heart who bleeds nothing but black with greed and jealousy, a foul end you shall meet. Think about the consequences greatly, for the repercussions shall be swift and tight. Think well, dear child." The small child dared to smile at the creature and simply reply, "I have no need for any treasures or anything of preciousness near me. I solely only wished for to see myself if the avenger of shadows was a true sight. And now that I have seen you for what a true being you are, I will simply be leaving satisfied my wish was fulfilled." The answer of the child amused the ancient spirit and he chuckled his hollow laugh at the very notion of it all. "Wise answer to an otherwise difficult mortal choice. For that you shall still be granted a prize for your efforts. Name one and answer wisely." The small child as said had no need for such items like treasure and fortune, but they knew that the child's hard working mother were in need of some fortune in her life. So with a kind heart, the child looked to the spirit and asked for their miracle. "My mother works oh so hard to take care of me. It would be so nice for her to have just a little more luck on her side. Oh spirit, let me repay her for all her kindness she has shown me." "Your wish shall be granted. A selfless act is always it's own reward, but be wary of those who wish to use those fortunes to their own will." The child was permitted a safe leave back to their home and as promised their selfless act of kindness was granted by the spirit of shadows. The child and their mother mysteriously found an old box in their pantry one day that they had never known of before and upon opening it discovered many, many priceless jewels. The likes of which they had never seen before. With this new found fortune, the mother and child were able to gain a plentiful farm with all the necessities they needed to have a plentiful life. Farther down in the years the mother even remarried one of the strongest most handsome men in the small village. But this man was nothing but green with want, and treated the mother and her child terribly. He was lazy, rude, and had a heart full of greed. Seeping of those who had better and helping him in life. But one fateful day everything changed. For one day he asked the child's mother a question. "My dear wife. You know I love you dearly, but I must ask you. Where did you receive such wealth and fortune." "Why, from a old wooden box in the pantry," she replied happily, "And inside the little wooden chest was gems and riches beyond our wildest dreams." "Yes, yes! But where did it come from?" "I know not how it got there or where it came from, but my child and I are oh so happy to have received such a delightful fortune. How we may live happily for a long while." Her husband was displeased with such an answer and once again asked but this time to the child. The child happily told the man his venture into the woods and his encounter with the spirit of shadows, filling the man's heart with more greed. That very night when the family slept, the man snuck out and made his own way into the deep woods of shadows and fears. Brambles cut his clothing, he cursed those who dare chase him and snap at his hinds as he ran, but the greed and lust in his heart was strong. So strong he persisted his heart green with envy. Alas finally he arrived and looking as though some creature had mangled him with their claws. The spirit was beckoning him closer with a bony rigged hand and spoke. "Oh one who's heart is sewn with greed and plight. You have sought me through danger and fright. Your actions of greed are inexcusable but like many before you have made it through the path of darkness. For that you have earned the right to one miracle, but also a warning. Be warned, with a pure and honest heart comes great rewards. With a heart who bleeds nothing but black with greed and jealousy, a foul end you shall meet. Think about the consequences greatly, for the repercussions shall be swift and tight. Oh one who comes to me with a black heart for his own wishes. I offer this to you so you may choose your wish wisely." The man paid no attention to the wise words of the ghost nor did he think about any real consequences for his actions as he spoke what he oh so desired. "Give me more riches than any man shall have!! Make my fortune one who will make me a fortunate man!! A bright castle and beautiful jewels is what I seek and most desire!!" "A answer I foresaw and one your shall have for not heeding my warnings. Oh man of greed and selfishness, you shall indeed have your wish awaiting you home. But do not be surprised when your unfortunate fate you shall unevitably meet. Now be gone creature of greed. My domain is not fit for one of you." The man left for his home and once his got there his had his miracle in the form of the purest black horse with a magnificent couch of ebony, inside the couch was boxes and jewels of every imagining. The man cared not for his wife or the young child that he had left behind, away in this marvelous new couch he received and off that horrid man went into the night with his shouts of greedy glee and pleasure as his family long forgotten. The mother and child awoken to no greedy man plaguing their lives and while the mother was quite saddened, she still had the child to watch after. As luck and fortune does benefit those with kind hearts, another man the mother sought and a kinder gentler man she got. With as much kindness to her and her child this man gave to combat the sorrows left behind by the other greed filled one. One day a message they did receive, about a much bigger estate of land and riches. The greedy man who had once left them behind without a second thought, was now no more as the spirits warnings he did not heed. As fate had decided he would be no more, a swift and tight end he did get. Leaving everything he valued behind of jewels and gold, to no man but a woman he did not care for. His wife and next of kin did receive, fame and fortune for kindness indeed. With kindness in their hearts the family did grow, and with it came all luck and fortune soon to glow. For those with kind hearts and bright minds, often find themselves on the favorite end of fate's hands. Month two had passed. Month three much the same as the first two with very little changes. Month four looked also to be no  different than the first three other than being hotter as spring transitioned into her sister summer. "Spring is a season that radiates warmth, new beginnings, and positive energy. It denotes a calm and peaceful atmosphere with a clear blue sky. The days are radiant, lovely, and peaceful with a golden sun. When the land wakes up it becomes a good mother to all, delivering food and giving life to the darkness." Kagaya sat beside you on the bench. A tranquil look on his gentle features as a gentle hand held up the shining ebony feathers of a crow. The elegant bird cooed and ruffled it's feathers happily as his other hand gently stroked it's head. You sat just beside him focusing your energy into the current poem you were reading out loud to him. "The days of long cold winters sleep has risen to make way to other corners of the lands for his sisters Spring and Summer to come take his place, and embrace us all in the treasures they bring. The strength. Mental, physical, emotional, and raw. Strength keeps you going when you feel you can go on no more. If you're wondering if you're strong, the answer is always yes. Don't underestimate the silent strength that you don't even know you possess." "That's a very truthful poem." He brought the crow a little closer to him as he turned his head back to you. "Are you feeling alright?" "Hm?" You looked at him blinking as his previously smiling face turned to one of slight concern.  "Are you alright, Y/n?," he inquired, "I've noticed you've been a bit down for a while now. Have you been exhausting yourself?" "I-..What?" "I understand that having to be constantly caring for me must be overwhelming and after a while it would take a toll on anyone." You froze in shock at his words. "Perhaps you should take a break for a while. Let yourself take a rest before you continue on." "Oh. N-No it's alright." You again forced yourself to smile. "I did agree to help take care of you as a part of this arrangement. Besides it's not taking care of you that's been on my mind." "So something has been on your mind lately." You paused mouth wide open and you wanted to snack yourself. "Would you mind telling me what's bothering you?" There was a silence as the both of you sat there. Nothing but the stream through the garden gurgling and the crow giving her owner confused little noises as to why he stopped petting her. ... Eventually you only silently looked down before sighing through your nose and closing the book before standing up. "It's very warm out here." The book was slowly placed down before you just turned. "I'm going to get you some water. Wait here for me." Kagaya didn't say anything but his brows furrowed in worry and his head followed the sounds of your footsteps as you walked away from him and back into the mansion. Caring for Kagaya wasn't what was weighing on you. You knew what you agreed to when agreeing to this deal. Even if it was tiring, repetitive, and not easy you can manage. After all you helped to plow your parents' fields and do other labor at home. You weren't shy to hard work. It was the ever growing realization of Kagaya's life that had you starting to question everything.  It was clear as you fell into routine that this was Kagaya's life long before you came here and it would be even after you leave. Constant care. Which you were already feeling anxiety over. If you were married to him would this be your new every day life?  Most likely. And this wasn't what you had planned for yourself at all. But it wasn't just that.  Mostly it was just why. Why? Why weren't you feeling anything? Yes. Kagaya was handsome you supposed in his own way, and on the surface he checked the boxes of everything you prayed to the gods for. He WAS kind. He WAS caring. He WAS responsible and caring and patient and so much more. So...Why didn't it feel like you were attracted to him? At least on a crush level. You're heart had been excited before you first met him face to face and was smacked by everything at once. You had tried hard to try and feel anything! Literally just once! Just one small sign. Your heart fluttering. Your face blushing. That happy feeling you're supposed to get whenever you get flustered. Any urges to hug him or kiss him or at the very least hold his hand. But you felt.. Nothing. At most all you managed to muster up was admiration for him being able to do so much despite his conditions but other than that nothing. Admiration wasn't live. Admiration didn't mean love. You could admire someone. Anyone. But that didn't mean you loved them in the least. If anything he seemed more of a friend than anything else if you could even call him that. Weren't you supposed to be falling for him? He was your soulmate wasn't he? So why? Why would the gods assign him as your soulmate if you weren't feeling even a little attraction towards him? Was it possible that they made a mistake? Was it possible that they assigned Kagaya to you with only your surface qualities and your profession in mind? You could see how they might've thought it was the perfect match but.... It's like they didn't even take your other wants into account! You couldn't help but feel disappointed every time you suggested something only for him to politely decline or be unable to do so because of his conditions. You felt disappointed every time it happened! You knew you shouldn't since Kagaya couldn't help it..but it was hard to ignore the obvious lack of attraction you were feeling towards him.  No one else was helping either. They all complimented you on how well you were taking care of him but was that all they could compliment you on? Was that all there was to say about you? You sighed rubbing your temples. This wasn't getting you anywhere. Your scrambled thoughts would only get you worked up- ?! You blinked bumping fully into someone's back. "Oh! S-Sorry!" You immediately backpedaled and looked up at the man you bumped into. "I didn't see you there." A head of wavy black hair and piercing red eyes turned to you. The taller man wore a half scowl half confused face as he stared down at you. "Just who are you?" You blinked taken aback by his strong annoyed demeanor but decided to not make him more angry than he already was. "My name is Y/n." His face went from annoyed to surprised realization as you shuffled around him awkwardly. "A-Anyways I have to go get something for someone. E-Excuse me." You went to go around him but was shocked when he suddenly grabbed you by the hand stopping you from leaving. "Well then...You must accept my apologies." You looked on in shock as the man smiled at you. But it was a smile that sent shivers down your spine and not in the good way. He effortlessly pulled you back closer by the hand he still held onto. "If I had known who you were sooner I hadn't been so rude." "U-Um..." You looked between your hand and his piercing red eyes. "I'm sorry. I think you have the wrong person." "Oh on the contrary." He mumbled making a point to lift your hand directly to his face. Your face suddenly lit up a pink as he stared half lidded at you. "I do know and may I say you're a very radiant woman.~" Your eyes went wide as he brought your hand to his mo- You jumped as a third hand quickly slapped down over the first two. You jumped and both of you looked up at a strained smile and white orbs.  "I'm sorry. I thought we were taking turns. I suppose I win as my hand's on top." You blinked. "....Kagaya?" The blind man continued his closed eyed strained smile as he directed it at the first man. "I didn't know you were coming. If I had known I would've prepared you a room by the garden. The compost smell is strong but I think the view matches you perfectly." With surprising strength he pulled your hand out of the stranger's grip in one go. The man strained on his own face and leaned back up. "Kagaya. Considerate as always." Kagaya's smile twitched. "How did you know I was here? I didn't know you saw me. I would've said hello." "Oh it was easy. I suddenly had the nauseam feeling that I usually get right before I vomit, so I just knew you were somewhere close by." Your eyes glanced silently back and forth between the two of the men as they took obvious jabs at one another with strained smiles. "Um...I think I'm missing something. Do you two know each other?" "Oh. Of course. You both hadn't met yet." Kagaya spoke with another twitch to his brow. "Y/n, this man is none other than Muzan Kibutsuji...My cousin." "Oh no need to be so formal, Kagaya." "One of us has to be. That's actually a very nice coat you're wearing." "Oh. You would know as you can OBVIOUSLY see the well craftsmanship," this 'Muzan' took another jab at his blindness. "Oh yes. You spoil Rei so much. Do they come in men's sizes? Maybe then you wouldn't have to borrow her coat all the time." Muzan inhaled deeply straining his smile more but looking as if he'd snap any moment. "Now you both cut that nonsense out." All three of you turned around and found none other than Mr. Kotoya there frowning. "You both are acting like immature children. Muzan, you know you're supposed to send us a notice before you visit." Muzan immediately turned his smile onto him. "Well I guess Kagaya just didn't read it." "Well then next time send it to me! *Sigh* But while you're here, you might as well join us for lunch. Just stop acting like a brat!" "Who? M-" "Yes. YOU, Muzan. I'm too old for your childish tantrums."