妖怪と天国の庭 : Yōkai to Tengoku no Niwa

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The prince enjoyed the embrace that was shared between them, it was warming and comfortable, and in the god's arms, Shinseina felt completely safe. Just as he felt at home within the gardens and the flowers around him, so he did when he was being held close by Shizen. There was just that something that could not be explained with mere words alone, a certain tug at two souls, and that string of fate that connected them both, pulling them together closer and closer, until they were right next to each other. His head rested against Shizen's chest, and he could feel and hear the heart beating there, a soft, melodic sound, calming and soothing, like the murmurs of a mother's kind, loving words, or the song of a lover being sung in the middle of the night beneath the soft white light of a full moon. "I too, hope that it can always be like this..." He murmurs in reply.

 

After a moment his question was answered, but to his slight dismay it was not the reply he'd wished for. Besides that though, at least there was something he could smile about. Looking back into Shizen's eyes, he noticed that they were shining slightly, as if they had been crying, but despite that there was a warmth and glow upon the god's face nonetheless. Leaning gently in to the hand that stroked his cheek, his eyes widen just slightly when his chin was taken in the god's fingers, the faint blush upon his cheeks darkening with every word that was said, even more so when his cheek was stroked by Shizen's thumb. His chest had gotten all tight, but he knew not what he was feeling, though he was sure that he was not getting sick. He had never felt this before around anyone, but it felt good, the butterflies fluttering in his stomach, the hummingbird's wings gently beating fast in the place where his heart would be. The air and clouds that had invaded his brain, making him feel as if he were floating and lightheaded. And this warmth, like laying in a soft patch of grass surrounded by flowers with the sun gently shining upon him, a light breeze ruffling his hair. He loved feeling like this, and hearing Shizen call him beautiful...that was nice as well.

 

Gazing back at Shizen, he nods to the suggestion that they head back. He didn't want to push it after just recovering, taking the offered arm, blushing even more at what was said after, and the sly wink that followed. He could pick up on the teasing tone that laced the god's voice, causing the corner of his lips to tug upwards. His hand slides down from Shizen's arm, to hold on to his hand, lacing his fingers with Shizen's. It felt nice, like they were connected. Glancing up, after gazing at their linked hands for a brief second, he gives the god one of his biggest smiles yet, glowing brightly with happiness and contentment. "Let's go..." He tugs on Shizen's hand, before crossing the bridge they were on, and slowly they head back to the palace.

 

As they walked, he looked around, enjoying every moment of what was going on. "By the way, it should not be too much longer until my mother and father arrive, then after we can go out like I promised. I think you will like the place which I chose to visit this time, it is a beautiful city full of life and joy." As he spoke of the place where they were to go, he lit up even more, his eyes shining and his smile growing. It was obvious he really loved that city, and he continued to speak of its wonders and magnificence all the way until they reached his room once more. Only when they stepped inside did he cease, and sit down on a fluffy pillow. Looking to Shizen, he smiles. "I truly do hope that you will enjoy it." He glances outside, as the door that opened to his room from the inner garden was open, then his eyes drift to the flower that Shizen had left for him that fated night, the smile upon his lips not diminishing in the least. It was starting to get late, and the sun was slowly beginning to sink in the sky. He knew that Murasaki and the others were working on dinner, and it wouldn't be long til it was finished.

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The god was very pleased as he felt Shinseina's hand in his. How he adored how perfect Shinseina's soft hand fit into his own. How... Simply precious Shinseina was... Giving a light squeeze to Shinseina's hand, he smiled down at the younger male. Shinseina's smile was so bright and beautiful... It reminded the god of the great sun above... Constantly shining brightly- Shinseina's smile was warm like the sun and very welcoming. The god felt like the younger male was his own sun, radiating happiness, kindness, and love. "I think I would follow you anywhere you would want to go, Shinseina." Shizen said, feeling his chest warm up. "You're smile makes me feel very happy, Shinseina. I feel honored to see you smile so beautifully." He said as they started to walk, giving the others hand a gentle squeeze.

 

Everything around the god seemingly had little importance right now as he could only look around for a short while, before his eyes would glance right back down at the younger male. It was very pleasant to be around the other male. His presence filled the god with happiness and joy. Exellius wondered how Shinseina had the power to do this... But he was so sweet, so kind, so beautiful... How could he not possibly be wooed by by someone who had such magic charms. "I am excited to finally travel with you Shinseina. I am grateful that you would so kindly bring me along. I know I will not only enjoy going with you but I will also love it, too. And I hope your parents accept me as openly as you have..." He said once they arrived back into Shinseina's room. The god watched as the lovely boy sat down on a plush pillow. If the younger male was happy to go, so was the god. "I love the light I see in your eyes, Shinseina... I can tell that you are very passionate. I do not know how you did it... But somehow you have captured the stars, as they twinkle in your eyes..." He said while making eye contact with Shinseina as he sat down right next to him.

 

Then the god does something that almost surprises himself. Exellius slowly leans towards Shinseina, just as his right hand reaches out and cups Shinseina's chin ever so lightly. He simply pulled Shinseina slightly towards him, so they met halfway, their faces were now mere inches apart. The god stared down into Shinseina's precious eyes and let a hum escape him. "Hmn, your eyes are even prettier when I am closer to you..." He said right before he tilts Shinseina's head slightly while he leans down- To lay a soft kiss upon Shinseina's nose. "May you never wilt, my rare flower..." With that the god smiled softly, eyes slightly hooded as he released Shinseina and slowly pulled back. He wanted to allow the other some time to recover from that, as he was sure the younger male never had a god kiss him on the nose before... Which made the god wonder if Shinseina had even had his first kiss yet...

 

A first kiss was something the god wasn't sure he could take from Shinseina... More like, he wasn't sure if it was his right. He was a god and it was his job to take care of the nature around him... Not wooing the prince... However, the god couldn't deny himself the chance if he got it. Being in Shinseina's presence- well the god couldn't stand to the side... unless Shinseina wished it so... Letting silence consume them for a moment, Shizen closes his eyes, enjoying the relaxing sensation he was getting. Peaceful times were the best times. Flowers could bloom easier without the threat of being harmed. Truth be told, Exellius would rather not deal with matters of war... No, he wanted to enjoy his time... with Shinseina. "It's quite peaceful here. I am enjoying this... Your presence also offers me comfort." Even though he barely knew Shinseina, he truly felt that the male was that of true innocence and a pure heart.

 

Glancing outside, the god saw that the sun was setting. He knew that meant two things... "Shinseina..." The god said softly, looking at the beloved prince of his people. "This is our first sunset together..." He gently nudged Shinseina's side with his hand, sliding it up until his fingers laced through the ends of Shinseina's beautiful hair. A soft smile was visible on his face. "I am glad that you will be able to enjoy it with me tonight." He murmured, slowly bringing his hand down back into his own lap. The other thing the god thought of was, "It is late now, if you're hungry, you should eat. Would you like me to get Murasaki for you? Food will help you regain your strength." He persuaded, though he knew he wouldn't have to try too hard. More than likely Shinseina would get food anyway. The god just felt the need to care and look after Shinseina... He was still so frail.

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Shinseina was almost certain that his parents would be more than welcoming of the god, since he had saved their son from his sickness. If he had stayed any longer out in that rain, no doubt he certainly would have ended up a lot worse than he had. Lifting his eyes to Shizen, watching as the god sat down next to him, the corner of his lips lifting in a smile. Those words that has been said to him had formed a faint blush on his cheeks, but that was nothing compared to what happened next.

 

His heart skips a beat when his chin was taken captive by the god, his cheeks growing ever darker. Shinseina's eyes gaze back into Shizen's, his own twinkling and shimmering gently. Breath catches in his lungs when he was pulled closer, his eyes growing wider, and all hear could hear was the loud beating of his heart in his chest, and the words that were being said to him. He could say nothing in response, and he blinks in surprise when the tip of his nose was kissed, his face now beet red. An overwhelming sense of dizziness comes over him, and he could barely comprehend what Shizen was saying now to him.

 

When he was released from the god's grip, he remains as he was. It was almost as if what had just happened managed to blow a fuse within his brain, and fried it to a crisp so he could no longer think coherently. Slowly, ever so slowly, he begins to calm down, his heart beat returning to normal, and the heat in his cheeks cooling off, so all that remained was a faint sakura blossom pink. As he sat there, he could only think about what had happened. That had been close. No one had ever done that before, and he could only imagine how much worse it would have been if it had been an actual...kiss...Squeezing his eyes shut and shaking his head lightly from side to side to try and shake those thoughts from his head. He couldn't think like that about a god...could he?

 

Shizen speaks up again, and the prince smiles at what was said. "Yes, it is indeed peaceful here...it's one of the main reasons why my mother and father chose this place for me..." His voice shook slightly, and was a bit quieter than normal, and he wasn't quite sure what to say to the other part...about how he himself was a comfort to the god, but he couldn't help but to smile more.

 

His eyes were gazing out the open sliding doors, where the sun could be seen setting. It seemed that Shizen notices this, and points it out to Seishin, saying it was their first sunset together. He liked the feeling of the gods hand in his hair, and was a little regretful when it was moved, but says nothing about this fact. Instead he nods to the offer of the god going to get Murasaki to get some food for him to eat, he had to agree that it probably would be a large help in him recovering over what had happened. "That would be nice, thank you." He smiles at the god, tilting his head gently to the side.

 

After the god had left to do what he'd said, Shinseina sighs softly reaching up to take out the ornament from his hair that had been in it that day, and getting up carefully to place it on the table across the room. He decided that while he waited for the two to return, he'd get ready for the evening, and undoes his hair, reading it in a simple half ponytail, so that his hair fell down his back, and his bangs gently brushed against his face. Finished, he takes off the kimono he was wearing, setting it aside. Reaching in to the wardrobe where his kimono were, he pulls out a plain one that matched his eye color, that of peacock feathers.

 

However, apparently he was moving too slowly because the door opens to his room as he was first putting his arm in to his sleeve. He wasn't covered, and wore nothing around his lower region, so everything was there to be seen, his entire, thin, pale skinned, perfect naked body. He was frozen there, like a deer caught in headlights, not moving, not able to move. Murasaki quickly averts her eyes, as she had never seen the prince unclothed before. Only after a minute passes does he realize just what was going on, and his cheeks turn red.

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The god is utterly bemused by Shinseina's expressions. He could tell that the younger male still had his innocence. Shinseina had an innocence that Exellius hadn't seen in a long time. It was easy to tell, just by how the younger male moved, how his face bloomed and turned pink. And to think it was from a simple kiss to the nose. Dare the gods thoughts travel, wondering how the innocent male would react to a real kiss. Although, the god still felt like it wasn't his right to take something as precious as a first kiss... Rather, he supposed it was up to the young prince who sat next to him now.

 

Yet, he needed to remind himself that he was a mere god of nature, not a god of love. He really shouldn't be playing with Shinseina's heart. Not only did he have no right to tamper with his love but there also stood the fact that Shizen wouldn't be here forever. Surely there would come a day when Shinseina would tire of his company, and just like that the god would be gone, moving on with no other choice. Plus, that would mean the god would have to open his own heart to the younger male, and last time that happened, well... Exellius would rather not reflect upon those dreaded memories.

 

A small, kind smile graced the god's lips as he nodded softly. "I shall return soon." He said as he stood up slowly. He would not leave for long as he still felt that Shinseina still needed to be watched over. The poor thing still seemed very weak, especially to the god. But food was a necessity for him and as such, the god would gladly fetch him a meal. He dismissed himself quietly, heading out of the young prince's room. Onward to through the hallways, the god finally comes across the maiden to which he informs her of Shinseina's wishes. It was only a matter of time before everything was set up. The god patiently waited, and even helped with the food that was made. Being the god of nature had it's benefits. One such as the fact that he could bloom fruits, vegetables, and flourish rice in abundance. Once everything was prepared, the god followed the maiden back to Shinseina's chambers.

 

However there was a sudden halt of progress once the maiden opened the door. She paused there as if shocked, frozen in her place. Simply, once the god saw this, he felt slightly nervous. His mind raced, as if something horrible had happened whilst he was away... Surely Shinseina was okay. And like that, the god's curiosity pulled at him, making his feet move quickly. Before he knew it, he was looking into the room as well. And... He saw a sight that he did not expect in the slightest. No, he never would have seen this coming. There stood the prince, in all his naked glory, frozen as if caught doing something bad, startled.

 

This made the god want to chuckle from seeing such innocence. Shizen didn't think, he simply moved, grabbing the maiden and helping her out of the room. "Give me a moment." The god said before reentering Shinseina's chambers. The god closed the space between him and the younger male carefully, as he did not wish to frighten him. Then effortlessly Exellius helped Shinseina get into his new, clean kimono. A small smirk appeared on the god's face whilst doing so, clearly amused by the situation. "My... My... Don't tell me you're shy? I assure you there's nothing to be shy about." He said. He would never unsee Shinseina's perfect naked form. Shizen could be sure that the younger male had porcelain skin, probably smooth and soft like silk. Not to mention how easy it would have been to take advantage of this situation. Again, the level of innocence that Shinseina had acquired would be quickly spoiled if the god had made a move. Sadly, he did not want to violate the trust between them and he also felt that the younger male was not ready.

 

The god was simply too caring. He would rather the prince's trust than to advance on him. However, it didn't mean he couldn't complement Shinseina... "If it means anything to you, though, I do think you are very handsome... my prince." The god said, his voice seemingly getting lower and deeper, seductive, without him even realizing it. He said this all whilst he finished tying up the kimono to a snug, but comfortably fitting tightness. The god of course did not miss his chance to brush his fingers onto Shinseina's face, moving some strands of hair out of his face for him. "Maybe next time you should wait and I can help you out of your clothes, just as easily as helping you into them..." He hummed softly, seemingly saying it innocently, however having a double meaning... Merely, he said this for three reasons. To test Shinseina's innocence, to see his reaction and lastly, because the god was a naturalist... at flirting, sometimes when he doesn't realize it.