The embrace from behind made Kyori weak in the knees as he leaned into Aaron, inhaling his scent and enjoying the contact. It was weird being with Aaron knowing that he and Auro hadn’t closed their chapter yet. Kyori had had enough of Auro not wanting to commit. The secrets and lies was what pushed him over the edge to the point that he had ceased all communication with Auro for over two months now. When he first met Aaron the guy was silent, but over time they grew close and the night when they first kissed was unbelievable. Kyori was scared because his heart was torn in two. He loved Auro and he was falling in love with Aaron.
He turned around slowly to see Aaron extending his hand to take. With a smile, he placed his hand in Aaron’s to let him lead the way.
Aaron smiled at Kyori as he took his hand. He decided to take Kyori to somewhere special to have their little conversation, and some time away from the stressful lives they lived. Speaking a spell that he learned within the walls of the academy a portal opened. Without saying a word he lead his love through the portal. He was taking him to a place that was sacred to his race. A beautiful location hidden in a remote location of the world. A place man has yet to find.
The portal opened to a vast land filled with a wide variety of iridescent trees that covered the landscape. The range of colors that now surrounded them was astounding, and made the ambiance of the whole situation even more romantic. The only light was provided by the plant life, and the spring water that flowed in this wondrous place. There was a waterfall that you couldn't see where they were standing, but you could hear the water crashing into the rocks.“Welcome to the garden of Lucis Aeternae.” He said as he turned to face Kyori. He hoped this place would be to his liking.
Stepping through the portal, he had no clue what awaited on the other side, but he trusted Aaron and that meant a lot. When they appeared in the beautiful lush landscape Kyori’s eyes twinkled as he took in the beauty of it all. This place had to be special to Aaron, the beauty and mystery alone made this place special. Kyori took every moment to take in the beauty and to enjoy the experience. Kyori finally managed to regain the ability to speak and looked at Aaron after he was welcomed.
“The Garden of Lucis Aeternae?” he questioned, “In all my studies I’ve not come across such a place. It is beautiful Aaron,” Kyori said with a soft smile as he continued to look around at the glowing plant life, allowing the sound of the unseen waterfall to calm his nerves.
He was happy to see the amazement in his eyes. This was his present to him and the place he will confess one of the secrets that he has kept from him. Chuckling slightly about the young dragons response he squeezed his hand slightly. As he began to lead him deeper into the forest. “Well it is no surprise that you have never heard of this place. This forest is a secret known only to my race. A sacred place filled with the eternal light. Thus the name Lucis Aeternae.” He said as he continued to lead Kyori towards the waterfall.
It was there he wanted to talk to Kyori about both his troubles, and his secret. Once they finished moving through the forest they came to a clearing that had stones lining the river that the waterfall fell into. This river lead to a lake not too far down stream. There was an deer like creature drinking from the lake that Aaron and Kyori was in front of when they left the forest.. It didn’t glow, but its fur was white, with light blue horns. The creature looked up at the two people that were walking towards it. However instead of running it walked up to them. Like it was welcoming them to the forest. It approached Kyori and bowed its head to the young dragon. It was allowing the young man to pet it. Aaron nodded his head to Kyori. The animals of this forest knew that only the Phoenix, and anyone they brought into the forest was a friend.
He was led deeper into the forest and it’s beauty continued to amaze him. In the back of his mind he wondered why Aaron had brought him here, but he wouldn’t question him. When he was ready, he knew that Aaron would tell him. He continued to smile as he looked from left to right, up and down observing everything there was to observe. When they came to the stream that led to the waterfall that led to the lake. It was here that he saw the true beauty of this place. The animal life, a deer looking creature, stepped towards them as they approached. It’s blue horns looked as if they would be prized if this creature lived on Earth.
When it came close to him, Kyori reached out and touched the creature’s head, watching as it seemed pleased to have him in its world. Kyori looked up at Aaron and smiled.
“It’s all so beautiful Aaron,” Kyori said as he turned around and embraced Aaron gently. He placed a soft kiss on his lips and turned back to watch the deer walk off.
Watching Kyori interact with the deer was a welcome sight. It seemed that the young Dragon was enjoying the time in this world. Aaron almost felt bad that he brought him here to tell him the truth of himself. It almost seemed wrong. Then Kyori turned and hugged him giving him a kiss Aaron relished this moment. For he didn’t know how this was going to turn out once he knew the truth he had been keeping from him.
“Koyri. We need to talk.” Aeterna said as he walked over to one of the stones by the lake. He was nervous about what he was about to say, and knew this could either turn out bad, or good. Once Kyori took a seat he faced him looking the young man in the eyes. He didn’t know how he was going to explain this, but he guessed a reintroduction would be necessary for this all to happen. Clearing his throat, and looking for the right words. He began rubbing his hands together.
“Koyri…” he stopped at that word. Trying to gather the courage to tell him the truth. Closing his eyes his body was shaking slightly. He hated the fact that he has kept this from him for so long. Finally finding the resolve to introducing himself. “Kyori. Aaron Raylight is not my name. My true name is Aeterna Ignis, and I am a…” Aeterna swallowed hard before speaking the last word. “Phoenix.” He kept his eyes closed as he waited for the reaction.
Not knowing if he knew anything of the Dragon and Phoenix hunts of old. If he could understand why he told him and the others his vessel's name instead of his. Why he kept this a secret till now. Would he understand, or would he question him?
It was time, he knew it was time when he noticed how Aaron’s expression changed. He was nervous and that much was easy for Kyori to pick up on. Taking a seat next to Aaron he listened to him as he spoke. Kyori had pulled his legs up into his chest, his arms covering his knees as he waited and listened. Kyori was silent. Aaron wasn’t really Aaron but Aeterna. Aeterna was a Phoenix and as history foretold Phoenix and Dragon kind were known to be at war with one another. It was a known fact that they rarely got along, and yet here he was falling in love with a Phoenix. Kyori was silent for awhile not saying anything, processing everything before speaking.
“The war was so long ago Aeterna, you shouldn’t be afraid to share this truth with me,” Kyori said as he reached out and grabbed Aeterna’s hand. “You’re truly amazing Aeterna, and if you can get pass me being a soul snatching Dragon, then I most certainly can get used to you being a shadow Phoenix.”
Aeterna was nervous because Kyori was silent for so long. Maybe this was not the best thing he could have done. Telling him the truth was hard enough on him. He could imagine what it would be like for him. Dragons and Phoenixes have never truly gotten along because of how the Phoenix is ‘Reborn’. Shaking his head and banishing the negative thoughts from his mind he suddenly heard Kyori speak, and felt his hand grab his. Opening his eyes and looking over at the Spirit Dragon as his words calmed his fears.
He knew what Kyori was from the beginning, and never once thought about the animosity that existed between their two races. Nore how the hunts caused even more problems. This was all in the past, but keeping this secret has kept him alive for so many a century. He squeezed Kyori’s hand slightly and pulled him towards himself. He released the Dragons hand and embraced him in a hug. He was so relieved that he didn’t judge him, and still loved him. It was such a burden off of his chest that a couple of tears ran down his face. “Thank you Kyori. I was so afraid that this was going to tear us apart. That I was having a hard time talking to you about it. I finally found love, and didn’t want to loose it because of the past.”
He pulled himself out of the embrace and went to kiss Kyori. One secret down, one more to go. He wanted to tell him the other, but this one would truly be a test of will power. Though he doubted it would be the right time now.
Kyori smiled, it felt good to know that Aaron loved him and the feeling was indeed mutual, but Kyori’s secret could very well cause a rift in their relationship and he didn’t want that, he didn’t know how Aaron would react if told that Kyori dated Auro. How would that set well with him? Sighing, Kyori knew that a time would come when he’d have to tell Aaron and he just hoped it wouldn’t break his heart.
“Nothing will tear us apart,” Kyori replied as he felt Aaron’s toned arms wrap around him in an embrace. When the embrace was broken, he felt Aaron’s or rather Aeterna’s lips pressed softly against his own. He returned the kiss with passion and looked at Aeterna. “So how should I address you from here on out? Aaron or Aeterna?” It was confusing a bit, but Kyori understood Phoenix kind as they were enemies to Dragons, but he was happy to face any challenge with Aaron by his side.
The passion that Kyori showed was a welcomed sign. It meant his words were true, and that was something that could never be replaced. Once the kiss was over he wore a smile as Kyori asked a question that was understandable. He had just put him in an interesting position. To him either name would work, but he didn’t know how this would affect the others. Having the one he loved call him by a different name might cause problems for him since there was more Dragons amongst the mystics. “You are free to call me whichever name you desire. If the others have a problem with it then we can deal with it then.” Aeterna said his smile never leaving his face as he stared into Kyori’s eyes.
He was now content. He finally told him his most important secret, and it was a load off. Though there were still more to tell, but that will be for another time. Now it was time to find out what had been bothering the young Dragon. “I know something is bothering you. Would you like to share your burden with me?”
He knew the question would come sooner or later, but now he wondered if he should say anything after Aeterna just let him in further. He sighed and looked at Aaron with a soft and sincere smile.
“It’s nothing, I’ve just been thinking about the end of this. Will there be peace again. All this fighting and nothing ever comes of it. I train every day, I get stronger, and I face the enemy, but the line of who an enemy is has blurred lately.” He didn’t lie, but he didn’t divulge the true reason he had been under so much pressure lately. Auro was becoming the ultimate crime lord, there was a new evil that was working tirelessly behind the scenes and then there was the omen that he had heard Dorian talk about eavesdropping. “I just want things to return to normal. I want to go back to studying at the monastery. The only good thing that’s come from this experience has been you Aeterna.”
Aeterna blushed at the comment. It was true that there has been almost no end to the fighting, and the training. What little reprieve they got was the time they spent together. Which to tell the truth was not enough time. If he could he would take Kyori away from this fight, and they could live happily. However, under his circumstances that was not possible. If only on that day he knew that Auro would be there when he changed host none of this would have to be the reality they have to live in. Sighing internally he decided to try and ease Koyri’s mind.
“The world is filled with different degrees of Darkness. It is up to us to decide which Darkness is the one we should be fighting. There is a thin line between good and evil, right and wrong. Many things can blur this line for us. Friendship, hatred, love.” Aaron said as he turned his eyes away from Kyori. He knew good and well the troubles of this war, and what he was being forced to do. Granted he has not told Auro about his relationship with Kyori, and if possible he would like to keep it that way. He didn’t need Auro to have another thing to hold over his head. “So don’t fret over the little things in life. Everything will workout in the end.”
“You know you’re right,” Kyori said looking out into the distance, his eyes adjusting to the atmosphere they were in. “Faith with the help of love,” he began looking at Aaron with a soft smile, “conquers all,” he finished knowing it to be true. Love was a powerful weapon, and combined with faith it was near unstoppable. He knew what he had to do, and though he was sure there would be consequences for his actions, he knew he had to break it off with Auro if there was going to be any chance at his relationship with Aeterna working.
“So what else can you show me?” Kyori asked throwing a sly wink in Aeterna’s direction, “here, all alone in this beautiful place.”
Turning his gaze back to Koyri as he spoke on the matter at hand. He had shown a wisdom far beyond his young years, and Aeterna could only smile back at Kyori. Love was a powerful force to be reckoned with, and he knew their love would keep both of them strong through the trials ahead. He was going to break free of Auro’s curse, and finally be able to live how he wanted with Kyori. This young man was the only reason he had for living right now, and he won't let anything bad happen to him. He would protect him from Auro, and anything else that might threaten him.
Then a sly smile formed on Aaron’s lips as Kyori mention what else they could do in this beautiful place. He could answer his question with words or with action. He never realized that their relationship had finally reached this mark, and he was more than willing to finally take the next step. They had passed the only hurdle that was causing him problems, and now he was ready.
Moving in closer to Kyori he placed a hand on the back of his head, as he moved in to kiss the young Dragon once more. However, with more passion than he has yet to show. As the kiss continued his free hand moved to Kyori’s abdomen. Touching it gently as he slowly moved up his abdomen to the dragon's chest. Finishing the kiss, he moved away slightly with a smile on his face. “Will this work for you?” He asked in a sensual voice as he brought his hand down to the hem of Kyori’s pants.
The passion Aeterna put into the kiss caught Kyori off guard. He wasn’t expecting to feeling so much passion, but he embraced it, and loved it. Aeterna was taking their relationship to the next level and Kyori was ready, he wanted this intimacy between them, he wanted to solidify their relationship and what better way than to make love in a place that was special to Aeterna. Kyori felt the shadow phoenix’s hand move to his abdomen and slowly move to his chest, resting there a moment before he felt Aeterna’s hand rest on the hem of his pants. He was already in the mood the moment Aeterna had kissed him and touched him. With a sensual glint in his eye, Kyori nodded to Aeterna’s question and wrapped his arms around his neck bringing him in for a deep kiss. When the kiss ended, Kyori pulled Aeterna’s shirt off in one quick motion before resuming the kiss. He trailed kisses along Aaron’s jawline, licking Aaron’s ear sensually, trailing his hand along his boyfriend’s body.
When Kyori returned the passion that he showed he Aeterna knew the time was right. This was the one place that Auro couldn’t enter even if he knew where it was. A safe place for him and Kyori to finally be able to truly be alone. He may have made the first move, but his love went even further. They indulged in a deep kiss with one another, that once ended Aeterna’s shirt had been easily removed. Now when the kiss continued their upper body pressed together. When the kiss moved to a licking of his ear he Aaron was already moving onto the next step.
One of his hands was caressing Kyori’s back holding him in place where the other was at work undoing the fastening of his lovers pants. He was enjoying the foreplay. Continuing where he left off taking his free hand and removing it from the undone pants he decided to change locations. Swinging his arm under Kyori’s legs he picked him up, and carried him over to the grass where he laid him down on the ground. Getting down with his love he positions himself a little lower straddling his lower legs as his head was at Kyori’s abdomen. He began licking his abdomen using the tip of his tongue to trace the lines of his lovers defined muscles. Doing this till he reached Kyori’s neckline. From there he kissed the young man on the neck.
In that moment, in that intense moment they ravaged each other, exploring one another and showering each other with love and affection they had held back on since they had started dating. It was pleasurable, and as Kyori lay beside Aaron on the soft grass a million thoughts ran through his mind. He was panting after the heavy session of exploration he had just shared with Aeterna. He felt amazing, he felt complete.
“Wow,” Kyori managed to breath out as he rolled over and rested his chin on Aeterna’s chest, “just wow,” he added trailing a finger down the front of his lover’s body. He started kissing Aeterna’s neck letting his hands roam wherever they wanted.
When their body’s intertwined in that moment Aeterna let everything go except for the pleasure that radiated from their union. Nothing mattered to him more than Kyori. After they finished their first union in there relationship Aaron felt more alive than he has felt in all of his long years. As he laid in the grass next to Kyori he was breathing hard from their interaction then he felt the spirit dragon lay his chin on his bare chest with a smile on his face. They were now one, and nothing will change that. “You were wonderful.”
He smiled as Kyori's hand moved across his body. Aeterna was enjoying every gentle touch that came from the hand that was exploring his body. He turned his head to face Kyori as he gently placed his hand on his face. Bringing his lover into another deep sensual kiss. Yet during the kiss he grabbed Kyori and flipped him on top of himself. Wrapping his arms around him in a tight hug. Pressing their naked bodies together once again. He then brought his hands down the dragon's back resting them on his hips.
Now on top of Aeterna embraced by his strong arms, Kyori felt at peace. Aeterna’s hands were resting on his hips and Kyori was looking into his eyes. He could see the love there, as well as the absolute pleasure that they both shared. It was odd and yet he couldn’t stop smiling. “I….I love you Aeterna,” Kyori said softly as he smiled down at Aeterna and stood to his feet, pulling Aeterna up with him. The waterfall was near and that meant a swim was in order after such a strenuous extracurricular activity.
The words that meant the world to him finally left Kyori’s mouth. He then picked himself off the ground pulling Aaron up with him. He could almost read the young man's mind he was wanting to take a swim, but before that there was something he wanted to say. “Kyori. You are my souls mate, and I will do anything to protect you. Te amo Kyori.” He said as he then lead his love to the water. They still had a little time before the others would be missing them. He stepped into the cool water and pulled Kyori in with him. The water was just the right temperature for a swim. He let go of the dragons hand and let him enjoy the water.
Aaron’s words caused him to smile as they moved towards the water. He had declared that they were soul mates and that he would do all he could to protect him. While this was beautiful to Kyori, he truly hoped that nothing would happen that would cause rift in their relationship. He was harboring a secret, but he was hoping their love could conquer it when the time came. He liked the idea of Aaron protecting him, but he knew that he couldn’t protect him from everything. They both had jobs to protect the world and no matter how much Aaron wanted to protect him, he would still have to remember that Kyori was a warrior. All of his worries ceased when they entered the water. It was refreshing and took away any aches his joints had. The water also washed away all the naughty they had collected during their escapade earlier. He dipped down under and emerged a few inches away from Aeterna. He swam around
“This has been amazing Aeterna, and I can’t thank you enough for letting me inside your world,” Kyori began, “and as much as I would love to stay here with you, I do think our friends especially Elder Dorian will start looking for us soon.” Kyori dove under the water and swam a bit more before emerging next to Aeterna. “I have to admit you are even sexier without clothes,” he teased.
Knowing the vow he just took was going to be hard to keep, he felt that it still needed to be done. Even Though they were both warriors doesn't mean that he would not try his hardest to make sure Kyori didn’t get hurt. He would be there for him when he could. That is all he could promise himself. Clearing his mind he watched as his love swam around in the water, it was a sight to behold how agile Kyori was in the water. It was almost as if he was born to swim. When he popped up next to Aaron the first time all he could do was smile at the young man.
This was the only gift he could give him at the moment. With everything that is happening time away from everything was a gift that would be able to heal the mind and body. Though he was right. The others would be looking for them soon. Because the troubles of the world never sleep. Then the dragon disappeared as he swam around a little more then popped up at his right side. Without hesitation he grabbed Kyori and spun him around placing the dragon's back against his chest. The wrapping his arms around him he placed his head on his shoulder. “I am happy you like this place, and we can come here whenever you want. To ‘relax’.” He said in a sensual tone as he held Kyori close. “I would have to disagree with you though. You are far more radiant without your clothing than I will ever be.”Aeterna said as he kissed Kyori on the neck.
Releasing the man from his grasp he turned to leave the water. With his back to him completely for the first time if you looked close enough you would be able to see the scar that was left from the laceration that he received from the first time disobeying Auro’s command. “We really should get going. No one will be able to contact us in this place.”
Aaron held him close, his arms wrapped around him. His chest pressed against his back. He could stay like this forever, but for now they had to return. He didn’t want anyone to worry about them. Aaron told him they could come back whenever they wanted and that made him smile, even the compliment on how radiant he was without clothing made Kyori blush intensely. The kiss on his neck sent shivers of pleasure down his spine, but when he was released, he turned around slowly to see Aeterna’s back. It was hard to see in this dark place, but his draconic eyes saw through the veil and he noticed the scar. He gasped, but said nothing about it. When Aeterna was ready they would talk about it.
“Let’s get our clothes first,” Kyori replied as he exited the water. With a clap of his hands the wind wrapped around him and Aaron drying them completely. He walked over to the pile of clothes, only one piece being his own and that was his pants. He pulled them on and buttoned them while looking at Aeterna. “Thank you again for everything,” Kyori said softly wanting to kiss Aeterna, but holding his desire until they left this beautiful place.
The wind wrapped around him drying his skin with no remnants of water remaining. This made things a lot easier since he wouldn’t have to explain his clothing being wet. He had heard Koyri take a deep breath, and knew what must have caused the reaction. However, he was glad that his lover didn’t ask on the matter. If he had to lie to him again he would just have to die. He hated lying to anyone, so he was glad he didn’t have to answer any questions.
Moving over to the clothing he found his and started to put it on, but not before watching Kyori get dressed. Truthfully he didn’t want this moment to end. If time would just stop and allow him to stay like this forever, but alas it was not meant to be. He began to get dressed as soon as Kyori finished. “You are more than welcome. Kyori. This place was made even more majestic by your visit.” He said as he put his shirt on before buttoning his pants.
Walking over to Kyori he smiled as he held his hand out like he did before. “Shall we return to the Academy?”
Kyori blushed again when Aaron commented on how more majestic Kyori made this place. It was a sweet gesture, one that made Kyori smile. Once again Kyori took Aaron’s hand, though this time it was without hesitation, knowing that they had so much more ahead of them.
Hi smile never faltered as they were now ready to leave this garden to return to their life of struggle. He bent down and kissed the back of Kyori's hand. Returning to an upright position Aaron turned his back to his lover and recited the spell that would lead them back to the academy. Leading the way once again they entered the portal returning them to the courtyard. “Till we are able to return.” He said as he released Kyori's hand. This was a hard life, but now he was had finally found a reason to fight.
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