All Chapters of The Heart Of Time: Chapter 11 - Chapter 18

Chapter 11 "Fighting Kyou" Kyoko walked into the elevator, although it was really the last place she wanted to be at that moment. She silently wondered what she’d done to piss the gods off and what she would have to do to make them quit playing jokes on her. She watched Kyou while his back was still to her, but as soon as he turned around facing her, she withdrew and looked at the doors waiting on them to open, hoping it was soon. She didn’t do nervous very well, and she knew it. Still trying to deal with the way she was looking at Kyou’s… body was hard enough. Right now she was just a bit happier he’d turned around so she couldn’t look at it anymore. Kyou could smell her apprehension and at the moment, he was glad. It overpowered her other scents… because in a closed elevator she… His thoughts drifted, then the ride came to an end with the doors opening. He smirked when Kyoko practically ran out of the elevator, only to come to a stop and wait on him not knowing where to go.

Chapter 13 "Memories of Deception" Hyakuhei watched the confusion and pain as the beautiful emotions crossed Kyoko's expression in waves and he knew his memories of deception had worked. The plan was to separate her from the ones who loved her, also from the two guardian lords she’d fallen in love with in the past, his own blood. He would win this time, as long as he had possession of Kyoko’s memories. He would not allow her to love them! Hyakuhei’s momentary gratification was interrupted as his gaze searched the darkened sky for a fleeting second. He knew Toya was coming for her, he could sense the dangerous guardian getting closer. He would hide his true form from them a little longer. He needed more time with her, but for now he would leave her with her jaded memories. Hyakuhei suppressed the evil grin that threatened to form on his face and mentally called out to some of his weaker demons that had been lying in wait for his command. Since Kyoko thought he was human, she w

Chapter 15 "Possession" Kyou knew Toya now slept as he stood outside Kyoko's door. With a snap, the barrier disappeared, and with a cold stare the door opened as if obeying his command. He silently entered, the door softly shutting behind him. His gaze trailed towards Kyoko's bedroom. He could feel her on the other side, asleep. He quietly entered her room only to find it empty. His gaze flew to the bathroom door wondering why she would be asleep there instead of on the soft bed he’d provided for her. Within seconds, he was standing over the full tub of now lukewarm water, frowning down at a sleeping Kyoko. Her hair was up on the rim of the tub so as not to get wet, and a towel was folded under her head where she leaned back in the water. His eyes traveled down her jaw line to the arch of her neck and her shoulders, with only a couple bubbles still in the water. His gaze trailed down lower, heating his blood. He’d seen her soaking in the hot springs much the same way many times.

Chapter 17 "Heart Wrenching Call" Feeling the power of the shrine draw closer, Hyakuhei slowly descended to the ground, keeping her within his arms. As his feet connected with the shadows, he understood it was time to leave this time paradox. Their kiss had not only unlocked her memories… but some he’d forgotten as well. Yes, he knew of the maiden shrine’s existence in this world… in every world. His long dark hair blew in the silent breeze as he took it all in. Had he finally won? Had he finally stolen back what had been taken from him so long ago? For a moment he didn’t move as the demons he housed within his soul sensed the nearness of the heart of time and stirred. Up until now they had mostly remained dormant in this world. He caressed Kyoko's body and once again lowered his lips to seal them across hers. His thoughts darkened due to the demons influence. Did the guardians not understand that they had started this war by barring him from the one he loved in the past? Now