#rough comfort

[kalira]

Rough Comfort

A Moon Saga Yoshitsune Hiden story for @microcest!

Prompt: worship (from June 11th 2025)

Also written for Day 7 of @gywo 7 Days, 7 Stories!

T; 500 words Noritsune/Kikuoumaru/Ginroumaru

Kikuoumaru and Ginroumaru cannot block his visions the way Noritsune longs for, cannot shield him from them, but they can bring him back to reality and hold him here, affectionate and insistent and just a little wild - inescapably real.

How many times shall I write this theme? Well at least one more!

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the government satellite that beams fanfic ideas directly into my brain has given me another fully formed chapter of rough comfort as I slept last night and alas I can't write it for like a week

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my May 28th post here; Rough Comfort (in two sections) for @phantom-z0ne and @tamsinswriting, thanks!

A dull scrape of teeth down his neck made Noritsune hiss, arching; the arch brought him into better contact with Kikuoumaru as he pushed himself further up over Noritsune. His breath caught and only the weight of both of them pressed close kept him there as he twisted reflexively. ‟Master.” Kikuoumaru breathed against his jaw, his cheek, Ginroumaru leaning just high enough to catch his eye around Kikuoumaru.

Noritsune sighed luxuriously, fingers tangled in his companions’ hair, basking in their warmth and boundless, affectionate devotion. ‟Good boys.” he said, fond warmth curling through him as much as the hotter sparks of pleasure. He stretched languidly, rubbing his knuckles along Kikuoumaru’s spine, palming Ginroumaru’s hip, and closed his eyes.

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my May 28th post here; Rough Comfort for @noisesfrombeyondtheuniverse and @wizisbored, thanks!

Not that Noritsune had never been surprised by finding them there when he returned, either, but it was generally a pleasant one. He tugged gently and kept his eyes open as Ginroumaru kissed him eagerly and Kikuoumaru began burrowing down into the bedding, plucking at Noritsune’s kosode and pushing the fabric away, callused hands sliding over skin. The nightmarish realities his power had forced into his mind still lay heavily on him - too heavily for him to so much as close his eyes. Not yet. Ginroumaru ducked down as soon as their lips parted, nipping at his neck, growling playfully, and Noritsune laughed, cocking his head to let Ginroumaru closer. He caught at the nape of Kikuoumaru’s neck as he rubbed luxuriously against Noritsune’s thigh, his hip; Kikuoumaru pressed into Noritsune’s hand as his grip tightened, echoing his brother’s soft growls.

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my April 23rd post here, an entry added to my Magpie Deck Guide, and some of Rough Comfort for @eriquin, thanks!

Magpie Deck Guide:

Scholar Cat Upright: You have not only information but the wisdom to use it at your fingertips; take time to contemplate, but also share the lessons you have learned with those who seek help, whether that is answers or simply encouragement to curiosity. Inverted: While you have some of the answers before you, that doesn’t mean you should stop looking, or shut out others who are trying to help you - for your sake and theirs, keep an open mind and accept the outstretched hands.

Rough Comfort

He wanted them even closer, blotting out all else - as though they could - and he grabbed for them thoughtlessly, catching Ginroumaru’s hip in a tight hold, squeezing Kikuoumaru’s nape firmly, fingers tangling in his hair. Though it was probably too hard, they didn’t protest, only rose to his thoughtless desire; Kikuoumaru slunk up his body and Ginroumaru crooned, rolling to press full-length against him. Noritsune drew a deep breath, smoother this time, and let it out slowly.

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my April 23rd post here, an entry added to my Magpie Deck Guide, and some of Rough Comfort for @zyrafowe-sny, thanks!

Magpie Deck Guide:

The Knight of Judgement Upright: Nothing is still or stagnant, everything is in motion - and the time may be at hand for you to make a choice. With things divided, which is most important to you and which can be let go? Or must you keep both, and find a way to meld them back together? This is a time to ask if your situation, your choices, your actions serve you and your purpose, if your judgement is clear and made with full awareness - of self and other. Inverted: Impatience may have you taking action too soon - laziness may have you delay it until too late. Do not let foolishness reign - just because nothing has yet changed does not mean nothing is happening. Drawing your sword with no purpose, or forging ahead without guard, are not brave - merely uncaring risk.

Rough Comfort

Ginroumaru echoed his brother’s whine, nuzzling Noritsune’s shoulder, and he slowly calmed enough to open his eyes, feeling the steady, warm, strong reality of the pair of them, so close at his sides, expansively taking up all the space around him. He shivered. He didn’t want more space, he wanted. . .

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my April 23rd post here, an entry added to my Magpie Deck Guide, and some of Rough Comfort for @wizisbored, thanks!

Magpie Deck Guide:

Four of Cups (Madara) Upright: You may have withdrawn due to pain, grief, or simply an overwhelming emotional tangle, but sinking deep into yourself runs the risk of losing out on more. While introspection can be beneficial, and knowing yourself is important, try to find a balance between your absorption in your inner world and awareness of the world around you. Inverted: It’s time to shift your perspective; you may have been caught in your own thoughts and emotions for a time, but that time is passing and has left you ready to take action. Keep moving forwards and look around you; be ready to reach for the opportunities you once dismissed.

Rough Comfort:

‟Master?” A gentle, warm nudge to one hand made Noritsune realise he had been clutching it tight. Painfully so.

[kalira]

WIP Wednesday Sentences

From my April 23rd post here, an entry added to my Magpie Deck Guide, and some of Rough Comfort for @thefandomlesbian, thanks!

Magpie Deck Guide:

Four of Cups (disgruntled cat) Upright: While you may have suffered disappointments, your insistence on dwelling on those and sulking is keeping you blind to the new opportunities life has put before you. Make peace with your emotions and be mindful of what is around you. Inverted: You may have been stuck in a rut, but you’re finding your way out with new clarity; keep that close and keep moving forwards, ready to embrace new experiences and engage with the world once more.

Rough Comfort:

‟Master? Master!” Noritsune couldn’t calm his body, every breath a rough pant, his heart thudding painfully even as it began to slow, but his whirling thoughts. . . They were by far the worse.