I think... I'm in love with my mistress

Chapter 20

Tomoe P.O.V

"Where is she?" I mumble to myself, pacing around the courtyard.

It has been over four hours since (Y/n) left the shrine to go shopping, I knew she wasn't just going shopping. I could tell by the way she spoke and the way she was acting, all stiff and answering quickly–so I didn't expect her to be home for a while, but this was ridiculous! Absolutely ludicrous! I get worried when she's gone, but it seems she doesn't quite get it yet. (Y/n) is precious to me, she is my mistress–and if something were to ever happen to her...

I shake my head violently, my tail shaking too. "That's absurd, (Y/n) wouldn't let anything happen to her, she's strong. She knows how to take care of herself, I hope so anyway..." I tried reassuring myself, I kept checking the time, the minutes ticked by. I was hastily pace around the courtyard, the bright sun was gone and now was replaced by the dim moonlight.

"For heavens sake, where is she?!" I huff in exasperation, my ears irritably twitching along with my tail. I suddenly hear the sound of footsteps coming up the stone stairs, I whip my head to come face to face with (Y/n), her face bright red and her breath quick.

"Where the hell have you been?! I've been worried sick for the past four hours!"

I yelled at her, eyebrows furrowed. She had a tired expression on her face, she yawned.

"I'm so sorry Tomoe, I lost track of time." She murmured, scraping her foot from side to side nervously.

Lost track of time?! What a pathetic excuse! She should know better than to be out at this hour!

I rolled my eyes and crossed my arms, huffing. I was furious–actually beyond furious, I was enraged, absolutely blazing. How can she be so careless? So stupid? So–so....

I looked up at the star filled sky, they were like little white specks shimmering on a dark blanket. A truly amazing sight–but the most amazing sight here was (Y/n)...

Her (H/c) hair fell gracefully and framed her elegant face, her skin was moonlit and looked pale, expect for her blazing red cheeks. Her eyes were wide, wide with concern. Her thin lips were half open–her breathing becoming steady.

I can't stay mad at her... I just can't...

I stride over to her, closing the space between us. I could tell (Y/n) was tired, she just lazily slammed her body against mine, wrapping her arms around my neck.

"I'm sorry Tomoe..." She whispered into my chest, I stroke her hair softly.

"It's ok...just–just never do that again, ok?" I asked, placing my chin on top of her head. She nodded and wrapped her arms tighter around my neck. I grabbed her shoulders, pulling her away. I slowly leaned in, she instantly closed her eyes, (Y/n)'s eyelashes were long and beautiful.

I smiled and kissed her, just missing her soft lips, teasing her. When I opened my eyes I saw (Y/n) pouting, crossing her arms–I couldn't help but laugh.

"Can I have a proper kiss?" She asked, tapping her foot against the bricked ground. I playfully shove her, turning my back on her.

"Sorry my mistress, but not right now. It's time for you to sleep, you've got school tomorrow after all." I grinned, heading back into the shrine. (Y/n) lazily followed behind me, yawning excessively.

As we got inside the shrine, I hear a sudden thump coming from behind me. I pivot around, the sight of (Y/n) lying on wooden floor makes me chuckle. I approach her, placing my foot on top of her back, lightly pushing down.

"My mistress, do you know that the bed is used for sleeping, not the floor?" I questioned, a big grin on my face.

I've never seen (Y/n) this tired.

(Y/n) just groaned into the floorboards. I stifle a laugh and lean down, grabbing her arm firmly.

"Please (Y/n), get up."

"No."

"Yes."

"No, just leave me here!" She yelled, her face still against the wooden floor. I stiffen, releasing her arm instantly. I cocked a eyebrow, my ears twitching.

Sacred word binding, such a powerful thing...

"Just get me a blanket please. And a pillow too." She murmured, moving to lie on her side, looking up at me. I obey her and go to her room, grabbing her thick blanket and pillow.

When I return to (Y/n)'s slumped body, I carefully throw the blanket over her. I kneel down, gently lifting her head up and placing the pillow underneath. She smiles, closing her big eyes.

"Thank you." She whispered, snuggling up against the pillow. I chuckle, sitting next to her.

I loved how she looked so peacefully when she slept, her body rising and falling as she took slow breaths, her lips pursed, her eyes closed...

I pecked her cheek lovingly, before heading to my bedroom.

I know I should sleep next to her, but I've had a very stressful week and need some proper sleep.

I crawled into bed, my body loosening up, I let a deep sigh escape my lips. It didn't take long before I was out like a light.

***

The muffled sound of people talking is what wakes me from my deep sleep. I toss and turn, trying to fall asleep again, but failing miserably. I groan, sitting up.

What time is it?

Why do I hear people talking?

I realise something...

I can hear two people talking... And one of the voices sounds like... Kurama?

I jolt out of bed, running to the kitchen. (Y/n) and Kurama were sitting in the kitchen talking.

How does she know Kurama?

"Oh, good morning Tomoe!" (Y/n) says cheerfully, gesturing me to sit down, I hesitantly sit in the chair across from the red haired Tengu. I narrow my eyes on Kurama, wondering why he is in our shrine.

"Morning fox," he cheerfully says too, maybe too cheerfully for my liking. I nod in response.

"So–why is he here?" I asked (Y/n), pointing to Kurama, not really happy. She sighed and looked at Kurama.

"He came by this morning to check and see if I made it home safely. Isn't that nice." She says sweetly, smiling at Kurama. A gruff growl accidentally escapes my mouth, I cover it up by coughing.

"Well, yes. It is nice...but how come he knows you live here, hmm?" I sneer, cocking an eyebrow. Kurama then smirked, leaning back on his chair.

"Well, when (Y/n) was walking home I decided to follow her, just to make sure she didn't get abducted or even worse. For her safety." He said knowingly, his dark eyes piercing into my violet ones . I just nod, not wanting to argue this early in the morning.

Great, I now have Kurama on my tail, along with Mizuki. I have to be very cautious around those two...