Foxfire (Nine Tails, 1) by Yuki Edo

Author:Yuki Edo
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: paranormal, anal sex, mm, shapeshifters, shifters, rimming, gay erotic romance

Chapter Five

Masaki lay stretched out on top of the blankets on Hiro’s bed. The smell of burning sage filled the room. Hiro held one of Masaki’s hands to his chest in a tight grip, and Masaki refused to disturb him. He’d been sleeping for nearly twelve hours now, his skin cold to the touch and his heart beating at a slow but steady rhythm. Inari moved about the room quietly, occasionally disappearing briefly to consult with spirits she had sent out. Though she appeared calm, Masaki knew his kami was upset about Hiro and even angry with herself for not having the power to help. She came over and gently touched his shoulder.

“Masaki, I want you to get up. Eat something. Transform and run in the garden. Anything.”

Masaki shook his head. “He reached for me in his sleep, said my name. I have to be here if he wakes. I promised to stay with him.”

She ran her fingers through Masaki’s hair. While her touch gave comfort, it could not quiet his worrying thoughts. He could not believe any being would wish harm on Hiro, so it had to be an enemy of him or Inari. But they had none. Inari did nothing but good with her blessings, and the price for her favor was always fair. Masaki could think of nothing he had done to anyone—he kept to himself and only did his kami’s bidding.

“Your heart will be with him. I can feel it, Masaki. You’re in love. You gave more than your body last night.” She pulled away and sat close to him.

“I know I did, and that means it will only hurt more if we can’t save him.”

“I won’t let that happen. If he begins to slip away, I will take him to my temple and place him beneath the first shrine ever built to me. He’ll rest there until we find a way to bring him back. I won’t let his soul depart.”

“Keeping him between the worlds would not be fair.”

“But he wants to be with you.”

“Yes, he wanted me last night, but love takes time, especially for humans. We’re different from them, despite our similarities. He felt lust. There was emotion and tenderness with the desire, but it was only the start of love. He may feel different if he recovers, given the fate I’ve led him to.”

“Don’t become discouraged. A spell that can be placed can be lifted.”

Masaki sighed. “He feels so cold, my lady.”

Inari stood. “I’m going to seek more help. I should’ve gone myself right away instead of sending spirits.” She leaned over and kissed them both. “I’ll return as soon as I can.”

Masaki nodded, and she vanished. He moved closer and took Hiro into his arms, trying to warm him but not succeeding.

* * * *

Hiro heard voices and opened his eyes, but then the sounds faded. He saw nothing but mist, and he sat up to look around. His head ached as he moved, rubbing his eyes to clear his vision.

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