Note – Characters Haku , Haruka , Ahri , Kengi , Talon , Abasi , and Shard all belong to me.   Emira , Dak , Ajani , Shui , ect are owned by Emira and cannot be used without our expressed permission.

The Harem of Ice Chapter 1 – Haku Yuki          

	Haku broke free of his egg deep inside a icy cave the child to the possibly the last 2 Ice dragons.  While other kids could play and have fun Haku's days as soon as he could were spent with tutoring on reading , writing , and when he was old enough combat in his various forms from a large eastern dragon to a human form with some dragon like scale markings to him.  He was proud of his icy blue scales shock darker hair that seemed unruly.  Haku took to his lessons well knowing that if he didn't he would put himself at risk.
	When he was a teen he lost his mother  she was overwhelmed by a group of primitive beings known as humans searching for treasures and power.   This hammered home what they were teaching him that someone fool enough to venture into this land needed removed before harm was brought to them.  Year passed more and more fights with bands of humans to one side then the foolhardy wolves and their winged nobles seeking riches and glory.   A few decades of this combat  on and off had taken its toll on his father leaving him unable to fend for himself leaving haku with a tough choice he did so without question honoring his parent's final request piercing the heart of his father with a spear of ice.
	When that happened his fathers power of ice something that he had been teaching haku to master transferred to his son empowering the dragon further but now leaving him alone with nothing but scrolls and books to contemplate over.  When Haku wished more things to read he would disguise himself as a human and enter their local areas trading for new books and scrolls sometimes even trading with wolves for theirs.
	A few hundred years of treasure hunters, thrill seekers,and others helped Haku keep his skills honed to a razors edge it also helped bolster his library and coffers in the cave.  Being isolated high on a mountain kept things fairly calm the outside always frigid keeping him empowered.  When not practicing his skills haku would relax and read or write to pass his time as he had plenty being seemingly immortal having not aged past his early 20's in over 100 years.  While out patrolling his lands he spotted what could be seen as scouts they were not human and not wolf something more limber than them with a separate body frame shape  swooping down in mid change  landing in a anthro form  ice drawing up onto his body forming  rigid armor over his clothes in his hand a bladed spear formed.
	“ Who are you? “  Haku calmly demanded to these newcomers they stopped  keeping hands near blades secured to their hips one of them he guessed as the senior one spoke up  with a equally calm and demanding voice “ Envoys of Emira the Ice Queen.  We are seeking out lands for her kingdom to expand with her swelling population.”  Haku's eyes narrowed dangerously a soft glow around the edges started and grew brighter. “ these are MY lands none shall annex them as long as I am here. “ with no provocation haku struck first twirling the spear up and jabbed forward catching this being that he learned later was feline  in its shoulder  puncturing though the leather armor, and layers of clothing into the soft flesh under it.   The feline howled in anger as its partner drew his weapon to defend his partner. “ back off we mean you no...” His words cut off as Haku's spear found itself lodged into the felines throat  spilling red blood into the snow under him.  
	Haku was already  forming a second weapon to kill the other but stopped glaring at him the glow growing brighter in his eyes.  “ go to your ' ice queen ' tell her another of her people steps foot here I  WILL send them back to the foot of this mountain in pieces.  Now drag your friend away id not suffer to see his  body foul up my snowy home.”  Haku turned and walk away  with a flick of his hand a blizzard kicked up blocking anyone from following him.  The guard was left to drag his friend down off the mountain and return to his queen with the warning.
	Not even days later she had sent more this time there were more carrying a parchment to try and gain peace Haku knew this would be a ploy the wolves had done the same time and time again to try and trick him he would not fall for it.   Not even giving the envoy time to speak haku lashed out as a full sized eastern dragon  tearing into the felines armed or not  he ripped them apart before flying down the mountain and throwing the remains at the foot lands for other to find.  This in itself is now a act of war with the felines.

	Emira was upset when word came back she had sent a few and no peace it was now war something she didn't wish to start but would damn sure end as soon as she could.  Mustering her forces she sent them out to bring peace to the lands even if by force.  Haku kept himself busy attacking and running hit and run over and over on her troops trying to show them the futility of coming up his mountain.  Some troops he never laid a hand on using his power to rain sleet on them to blind or wound them hail to pummel their armor even raining down  needles of hardened ice.  Others he outright froze solid then broke bits of them off as a display of power further enraging the lioness that led them.
            
	Emira was left with no choice she formulated a plan using herself as valuable bait as to not sacrifice more soldiers loyal to her.  She had infused chains made and brought to the front line she herself led the charge  engaging Haku herself trying to talk him down but the stubborn dragon wouldn't not hear it when all was prepared she allowed herself to be grounded  under the dragon.  The soldiers she had hidden sprung into action  chaining the dragon down as Emira eased herself free  using her power over ice to help restrain him.  “ Now....we shall talk civilly one person to another”
	Haku struggled against the chains trying to pull himself loose in a angry rage a solider came close too close and was struck by Haku's tail throwing the soldier to the ground unable to get up with multiple broken bones under the heavy armor. “ release me or I swear ill turn you all into frozen corpses! “  He roared with unbridled rage his eyes almost white glowing like 2 stars the area around him grew cold  the wind now carrying jagged shards of Ice that threatened to rip flesh form bones.  Emira waved her hands and the shards of ice he made became soft billowy snow before she placed her boot on top of his muzzle glaring at him her own pale green eyes glowing with power “ Cease this foolishness now dragon.  I don't wish to harm you but your continued efforts leave me little choice.”
	Emira  leveled her blade at him ready to strike at his skull and held there to see what he would do.  Haku's response was to sigh heavily as he shrank his form down to the anthro one his most comfortable  form.  Emira's troops immediately surrounded him and bound his hands in special irons  Emira herself locking a rune etched collar about his neck keeping his powers form being used.  “ Now you have lost Ice dragon let us talk and prevent anyone else from being harmed. “  With that Emira had Haku led to her war tent spending the next hours trying to convince the dragon of her true intent.  These negotiations took hours both of them exhausted but in the end a agreement was struck.  Emira's people could settle  as long as the mountain itself preserved. In the mean time Emira's troops had seized Haku's coffers and his library  making sure nothing damaged nothing missing all of it taken to Emira's castle.

	Haku was kept under guard till the transition was over then Emira offered to house him with her as her subordinate she had defeated him in real combat with her troops Haku not to take this challenged her to single combat both of them met and with guards watching  cheering on their queen the lioness and dragon clashed Haku without his ability to change forms and full control over ice was limited in his combat abilities Emira on the other hand wasn't.  Emira was smart dragging the fight out wearing down the dragon with only minor attacks son she bored of this and ended the fight with Haku laid out before here at blade point.  “ Check and mate you are beaten by our arrangement of single combat I have beaten you and now I claim you “ Putting her blade away Emira pulled Haku to his feet and removed this collar adding a new one about his neck this one of polished silver with an inlay-ed snowflake motif on it.  The collar fit snugly around his neck and clicked closed locking with no visible seam or lock.
	“ I have you now Haku the dragon the first of a select few that will be my Harem of Ice.  I ask for Obedience I offer safety , comforts , and a welcome place to be home.  I will not tolerate disobedience of any kind nor will I allow my rules to be broken without there being consequences. Now lets get you cleaned and taken care of then you and I can speak more of this joint venture we now have. “
	Haku's body was washed by a duo of snow leopards who took care washing him then binding his wounds before offering him fresh clothes similar to what he had.  They led him to a room with 2 large double doors and opened them allowing him in then pulling them shut once he was in all in utter silence.  Inside Haku looked about the room was massive far larger than anything he had seen before and floor to ceiling all around shelves upon shelves of books , scrolls with places to sit and read or write.  This as a true trove of knowledge that he had ever seen his blue eyes came to a stop seeing Emira sitting at a large desk  many papers and books  near  her as she studied them looking up long enough to beckon him over to her.  Haku drew close and sat down across from her speaking calmly “ Impressive library you have here...most impressive”  Emira smirked somewhat as she responded “ and your welcome to read any and all in it as you have contributed to it with your works.”  Haku's eye widened in surprise he believed she would destroy his works and collection.  “ yes it's all here with mine your coffers added to mine to help preserve OUR lands and help the people in need.  I do not squander what I gain.  Much like you at the moment you are the wild card in play.  I need to know I can trust you and should the time come depend on you not only as a companion but as someone who can advise me.”   

	Haku thought for a moment he had to admit she had bested him not once but twice.  This lioness wasn't out to conquer and destroy she seems to be just for her people and their success something he could admire.  It also helped shes the only person in over a century that shared powers like he did so he came to a decision after careful thought  reaching one hand out he took the other and  ran the edge of a claw along his hand slicing the softer flesh open till his blue shaded blood  surfaced then looked to Emira “ May I see your hand please ?”  Carefully Emira offered hers  with no warning Haku's claw slit her paw pad gently till her own blood broke to the surface placing his cut hand over hers he grasped it carefully  then firmly both of them felt like a ice spike was ran though them Haku's eyes  opened wide glowing brightly then faded some.   Emira felt the spike run though her and her considerable power felt marginally stronger she drew her hand back from him watching to see what he would do.

	Haku composed himself and spoke first “ I am Haku Yuki to my knowledge I'm the last ice dragon.  I pledge my body and my power to you Emira the Ice Queen my powers at your disposal  my body at your beckon call whenever and however you should require it this I so pledge till I draw my final breath I will remain bound to your will.   I do this of my own choice not for any personal gain or with any ulterior motives. “  Emira was almost shocked he so willingly made his pledge signed and sealed not only by his word as a dragon but sealed by his blood oath.  “ I accept and humbly offer you my thanks Haku.  I do swear to uphold my word that I gave you and shall not break my word to you ever.”  Haku nodded looked to Emira some to see hat shall be next.  Emira was at a loss for a moment and gathered her wits before speaking “ 

	First we need you set up with your own quarters befitting my first of the Harem of Ice. “  With a smile to her face she eased back and stood up  leading Haku out of the library into a adjacent room a large common room with sunken center with cushions  and pillows to relax the room's edge was slightly curved  with alcoves  around it  Emira pointed to one calmly “ This is the main Harem chamber with access to privates rooms , a bath and of course my library and personal chambers.  Any one of these alcove rooms is yours to decorate and use as you see fit.  I ask that you please help other servants clean these chambers and please no mating with anyone that I do not specify is permitted. “  With a growing smirk and almost dangerous glare in her eyes “ I do not share my toys “  Haku nodded “ living alone more than a century I've not had....ahem....urges to desperately mate like youngsters do not that I would turn down the chance after having spent much time reading of it and its various positions. “ 

	Emira cocked a eyebrow looking him over.  “ I may put that knowledge to the test Haku....yes I may be putting that to the test soon to see how you preform for that duty in my harem. With a chuckle and a deep rooted purr Emira left Haku to settle in and get his bearings over the next few days in the mean time she had fresh clothes prepared for him and brought up so he could change in and out of them as needed without worry of how many outfits he had.  She spent her meals with him and when she had free time in the evenings it was spent in his company reading or discussing various topics.  Being able to hold a intelligent conversation with him was a benefit into itself to them both.  Ne eve while they enjoyed a light dinner she spoke up to him “ Tonight Haku I wish you to join me in my chambers I do believe it is due time to put some of your more pleasure-able knowledge to use. “  She finished her statement or could be said order with a sip of her wine.  
 	Haku nodded sharply “ As you wish Mistress. “  When they ad finished their meals  they leisurely snuggled sneaking teases here and there till clothes were shed  as the elaborate game was moved to the over sized bed.  Haku leaned in  nibbling at Emira's neck down to the point where it broaden out to meet her shoulder  making her gently shudder and utter a soft growl.  In response her claw tips lightly raked down over his chest  to  his shaft  tracing the underside up to the pointed head she  gave and hum of approval “ you are not all talk this is good now lets see what else you can do”  Haku obliged here moving to her breasts gently kneading on them  before leaning down and flicking his tongue over her hardening nipples  letting his Mistress gently arch her back in the soft bed approving of his choices and means of attack on her pleasure centers.
	Emira reached over with her other hand and gently grasped Haku's horn and eased him to her moist slit needing no command haku delved into her   flicking his tongue over her clit  some before delving into her depths  his hands gently holding her legs out of fear she might try to crush his  skull should he do too good or bad of a job with her coaxing he turned laying under one of her legs continuing the assault on her warm depths  her hand firmly returned the favor  pumping his shaft now and then giving a little harsher squeeze loving the lil squirms and moans she coaxes out of him.  After some time of coaxing and teasing by both of them Emira let go of Haku  and parted her thighs more “ Lets see if you know how to use that “  Haku didn't respond moving himself between her thighs and eased himself into his Mistress  leaning over her to kiss and gently nip at her nipples as he sheathed himself into her depths  holding there before slowly drawing back and thrusting in building a slow rhythm for them to both enjoy.

	As their pleasures built so did their pace Haku thrusting faster into Emira as she arched her back rolling her hips into each of his thrusts   both of them breathing heavily  but Haku had the edge over her as he gently rolled her clit under his thumb in tune with his thrusts.  Emira wrapped her legs around him tightly forcing him deeper  her body jerked her climax hit like a  tidal wave her body tensed and squeezed harshly on him coaxing him to his own climax releasing his seed into her depths.  The death grip with her legs loosened  allowing Haku to draw his softening member out of her panting heavily he spoke up first “ Did I pass your test....Mistress? “  Emira growled softly and spoke with a smile “ Oh yes....you preformed better than I as expecting...now lets continue with clean up”  They both eased off the bed and  entered the bathroom sinking down into her private bath practically a indoor pool of heated water where they continued to tease each other while scrubbing  themselves clean.

	After a good bath they returned to bed and laid down letting sleep overtake them.  Haku continued this routine of light duties in the day and cuddling or outright rutting with Emira in the evenings though tensions were growing between Emira and the wolves the damnable barbarians they are seeing themselves as the better to every race they come across.  Having retired her best commander when haku nearly killed him with a swipe of his tail Haku took it upon himself to fill that woman's boots being a commander of a division of Emira's military forces.  Light chores now became training with officers and troops  teaching them and learning their strengths and weaknesses preparing for what could be a war should Emira not obtain and peace accord with the wolves.

	Sure enough the spring season came as did failure of peace agreements the wolves felt themselves superior and deserved to take what they wanted.  Emira called all her officers together explaining that mercy would be given to those who were wounded and surrendered all others who fought and continued to fight were fair game to be eliminated.  Once everyone understood Emira laid out a large map and set markers where she wished the divisions to be based and to advance on the wolves based on scout reports.  When the meeting had ended haku looked to Emira “ I will fight if you allow me to Mistress.”  Emira nodded “ I allow it but please be careful and not take risks. “  Haku nodded calmly and then strode out to speak to the officers that would work under him.

	Within the week a small base camp was set up troops on patrol and guard duties when the fighting began dragging on with losses and wins to both sides costing lives and materials.  Especially dangerous attacks had been happening form guerrilla units  for the wolves  capturing troops and supplies some of the troops were found later brutally killed and left to rot as a message.  Others were revealed to be sold off as slaves often they were raped or beaten to death for sport.  These losses enraged haku and Emira who redoubled their efforts often leading assaults and patrols themselves to rally and motivate their soldiers and keep them safe.
	On a patrol Haku's troops brought in a wolf injured badly in return for aid he gave the camp that would be attacked relaying that information to Emira a trap was set  suckering in the noble wolf leading these raiding parties in then the troops pounced  in his anger Haku froze wolves killing them impaling them with ice  but their leader he beat unconscious with his bare hands before hobbling him with chains to be taken to Emira.

	Arriving in her main camp all manner of feline troops cheered seeing the wolf led in like a pup in chains Haku took him directly to Emira shoving the  gagged wolf down onto his knees  then securing the chain lead to a well seated post. Emira thanked him and sent Haku away to see to his troops and rest.  Not long after that the war ended with the wolves negotiating for peace and lasting aid to rebuild.  Emira had no problem doing what she could to aid them as long as peace lasted.  Meanwhile haku had led his troops home and like other units of the military celebrated success and mourned those they lost.  Every soldier that Haku lost in battle he made a point to visit any family they had to offer condolences and try to  ease their grief before settling back into the harem chambers where he lived awaiting to see what Emira would do with the noble she now had.
	Emira was having problems with the wolf known as Talon.  He refused to obey or even listen even after Emira had removed his flight feathers for a time stripped him nude and hobbled him with leather and chains to keep him erect and penetrated under his tail.  The reports went as far as to say Emira used a harness about her waist with  fake penis on it to humiliate the wolf these unfortunately harsh as they were didn't break him.   Haku was still angry  and dragged the wolf into a training yard and  soundly attacked him once restraints were off  nearly killing the stupid wolf forcing his submission to Emira.
	As far as he knew Emira was now taking her own measure of the wolf  her own degree of punishments she spent days working on him breaking him down further to make him a obedient male for her.  When all was said and done Talon had become a loyal member of the Harem of ice as her number 2.  The entire ordeal over things shifted back to  daily routine with the exception of Haku keeping a eye on Talon and training him for tasks around the castle helping him settle in despite his attitude.  Emira on the other hand was working hard trying to settle differences and disputes with the wolves and her people and set up trade and aid.  Talon honestly played a part in this helping her set up negotiating with the ruling nobles that were still in power.  This took a lot of stress off Emira and solidified Talon's Loyalty to the Harem.
	Summer was in full swing by the time things had settled down Emira needed a breather so she packed up for a short vacation taking Haku and her personal guard.  A few days travel and they happened upon a camp drawing closer it was slavers.  Emira made a decision halting the carriage she entered with Haku observing the poor conditions these creatures were in.  “ I'm going to buy all of them....and set them free”  Haku nodded looking around “ the guards are poorly equipped and armed should force be necessary we will do it.”  Emira nodded as she drew closer to a cage inside was something that both of them had not seen before a naga humanoid upper body with elongated ears and a forked tongue  the lower half of his body was a snake.  Emira nodded towards him he seemed just lost like a living person but no one really was at the reigns so to speak.

	“ caught your eye did he? “  Emira nodded  and headed inside to try and deal with the slavers offering them money for them all  however a agreement could not be made that Emira could handle at this time so it fell though  Emira grouped with her guard and gave the ok.  Combat didn't last too long guards overpowered and killed slaves released and the money and supplies they possessed split among the slaves to get them home. The naga on the other hand couldn't  seem to do anything without a owner telling him too.  Emira took him in and they continued their trip into the desert to meet up with Ajani and Abasi.  At one point he peeked out and he was wearing his Harem collar  Haku showed his collar to him under his cloak  " be still the heat isn't good on you or Mistress Emi. "  The naga nodded ducking back inside. Emira did what she could for her new one as haku knew it would be her third in the growing harem of ice.  A few more days of uneventful travel and they entered the city  going down the main street they stopped before the palace and met Abasi and Ajani.
	With some lighthearted conversation Abasi led both Haku and Ahri to a guest room before laying into Ahri angrily over a simple question.  Haku strode out of the room to defend the poor naga " Enough!  you best show some respect....I may willingly wear a slave collar but I've gladly seen more combat than you....dog.  Now if you have further issue with our being here you WILL direct it to Ajani or perhaps Emira herself "  The Jackal backed down and wandered off grumbling  Haku turned to Ahri who was cowering in fear.  " easy Ahri...easy its ok.  I wont let him or others harm ya.  We of the harem of ice look after each other.  Where our number may be small we are loyal to each other and help each other."  Ahri went into their room as  Haku shook his head some " yee...got our work cut out for us with him....I hope Talon takes it easy on him at home..." Shaking his head some he mumbled a lil about Talon being a asshole as he entered the room.
	Later that evening when it was time for dinner  Haku dressed in fresh clothes however Ahri was naked crept his collar " hmm...gonna have to fix this...stay here"  Haku ducked out and came back with a dancers sash  and helped tie it about his waist covering his  slit  looping extra fabric up over his shoulder to trail down his back.
" there that is much better.  Don't take it off and come with me its time to relax and eat. "  Ahri nodded following Haku who walked slowly  making sure Ahri was ok the naga spoke up in the hall " what will I be allowed to eat Sir? "  " Sir?...you make me sound like I'm someone of great importance....just call me Haku like everyone else does.
Besides you can eat anything you would like to at dinner.  its all going to be very tasty and don't let Abasi bother you none of us will let him hurt you."
The duo calmly moved into a large common hall  they smelled the food long before they entered coming in they saw Emira and Ajani were already sitting and talking over a decanter of wine.  Abasi  was sitting and shot them a look before tearing into a hunk of meat. 
the conversation ground to a halt when they entered both Ajani and Emira seeing Haku and Ahri enter both more surprised to see Ahri  looking very handsome in the dancer sash.  Emira nodded and gestured beside her for them to sit " Ahri that looks very nice on you it compliments you well. "
Both of them sat down where Emira indicated Ahri was too embarrassed to speak  blushing  and looked about the table seeing roast bird , other meats , fruits and veggies with juice , water and wine to drink.  Haku dug in fixing himself a plate till he felt a soft poke in his side.
Haku leaned over to speak to the young naga " Haku...what should I eat....? " Haku smiled some " try a little of each thing and see what you like the best "  Emira's ears twitched as she listened to haku giving Ahri his first lesson in thinking for himself.  When the meal was finished Haku helped Ahri to their room his stomach felt like it would burst and  his whole body felt warm and weird form the fruity drink called wine.  Haku eased him into bed and covered him to rest before laying down to sleep himself.

	The next day Emira took Ahri out to get him some new clothes Haku joined them picking up a few things for himself with money Emira had given him picking out some nice things the city guard were keeping close eye on Emira and Ahri while he returned with them dropping things off in his room.  Sadly the trip away from home ended and the return trip took longer thanks to a new carriage needed to carry Ahri and keep him warm now and then Haku or one of the guards under his order checked on him providing some travel food or spare water if he was thirsty.  Haku sent a rider ahead to make sure everything was prepared for their arrival included some extra warmth for the harem room for Ahri to arrive.  Once they got home Haku helped organize unloading of goods and the mounts to be seen to so Emira could focus on getting Ahri settled.  

	After getting him settled in Haku stepped out of his room having changed clothes to check on Ahri and see if Talon was being his usual self.  When dinner time came up Haku and Talon joined Ahri the newest member of the harem and their Mistress to get a full meal  and relax.  The meal was lighthearted good for all of them when it was done Haku took time to clean his room before continuing his nightly ritual of getting something to drink and a light snack of some crackers with a few slices of meat and cheese and  carrying it to the library to sit down and continue his studies.   Talon stepped in with a smirk across his muzzle “ Hey...Haku “ Haku lifted his head from his book and looked at him mildly disgusted with the distraction “ what is it Talon....I doubt you have come to me seeking some legitimate teachings in say Manners....or perhaps obedience? “  The wolf's smirk faded “ no I was going to mention that Emi is with the snake apparently shes....breaking him in”  Haku sighed shaking his head some.  “ so that warrants disturbing me...gods your a foolish one.  Shes doing the same she did for each of us learning our proclivities but unlike you she didn't need to be so harsh. “  Talon huffed at the dragon before slipping out to go do whatever it was that wolves did while alone.

	Haku in the coming weeks pulled Ahri under his charge the poor snake needed to know how to write and how to read what has been written by others its a long task but his eagerness to please and obey made it much easier to teach him spending part of the days and in most cases late into the evening teaching him happy that Ahri as smart enough to latch onto the lessons and run with them so to speak.  The improvements made him happy also was making Emira happy seeing him proudly displaying what he had learned to her.  It was early evening and everyone was winding down from the day when guards came in dragging a bound feline he looked to be a white tiger with perhaps some snow leopard mixed in maybe even some wolf at some point.  Haku watched him being brought in learning that this was Kengi the name hung in his mind then it hit him like a  maul.  Kengi was a hired sword from the war a specialist with hit and fade or harassing tactics Emira's forces had employed him to harass the wolves and destroy supplies to demoralize them.
	Talon come walking up to see the activity “ whats happening Haku? “ Said Talon with a nod of his head towards Kengi.  Haku leaned on a wall “ That bound one is Kengi we hired him in the war with your people to do guerrilla fighting.  Seems he dissipated during the war and has now surfaced.  Emira has been on the lookout for him to be arrested for war crimes...We know he betrayed us killing our forces , stealing supplies , even selling troops he subdued to slavers and your kind.”  Talon cocked his head to the side.  “ I've seen him before...we hired him to kill your officers and spoil food supplies with poisons to weaken you but he instead killed non combat civilians you know women and pups or sold them off as slaves....Seems he played us both when he betrayed us we made it known he comes into our lands  his head would be removed and put on public display as a warning to others.”  Haku nodded “ seems that he was on the run and life had caught up with him.”  Emira had her hands on her hips a snarl to her face before she yelled at him to be put in the dungeon to face trial for war crimes.  “ Well that's that Talon “  Haku  pushed off the wall and headed over to Emira when she motioned him close speaking privately with him.  “  I would like your opinion old friend shall I just have him executed like a criminal or a alternative”  Haku eyed his Mistress carefully “ Alternative?  Please explain. “  
	Emira cleared her throat and took a moment to gather her thoughts “ A collar...he owes his life to me either way perhaps taking his life and keeping him alive to suffer for what he did instead of just release when hes killed. “  Haku nodded some “ you may have another talon with this one but I will support you in either decision Mistress.  It also seems that Talon knows of him apparently his people hired this kengi in the war to attack us and he betrayed them too so hes played both sides and its biting him in the ass now. “  Emira nodded “ Ill use that and give him the choice.”  Haku nodded and eased back away form her to return to his duties.  Kengi was not seen for close to a week and a half either being in the dungeon or interrogated Haku had no idea nor did it really matter to him.

	It was after dinner one eve that Emira came into the harem chambers and called out for them all  soon Talon , Ahri and Haku had gathered finding Emira garbed in tight leather with Kengi who was looked like he had been put though a milling wheel  a few times.  Talon picked up the scent first washing off him and smirked knowing now what Emira had done to him too.  Emira spoke up “this is Kengi...the new member of the harem.  Help him settle in and learn his place first hes to rest after his rigorous 'introduction' to life here. “  Talon smirked while Haku and Ahri paid attention  waiting for her to be done.  “ Kengi...Ill start off introducing you to the others starting with my first Haku”  Haku nodded a simple welcome “ next is Talon “  The smirking wolf  crossed his arms over his sculpted chest “ we've met striped cat “  Kengi nodded slowly  as Emira gestured to Ahri “ and this is Ahri hes very shy but don't let that stop you guys from talking.  Now I've explained the rules to Kengi here show him to a room and let him rest. “ Talon and Ahri wandered back to their rooms when Emira walked out leaving Haku to show kengi to a room.  “ So...your the 4th to our little group.  Ill tell you flat out as I had to be rough with Talon...even think of betraying any of us again and there wont be enough of you left to identify you.  Am I understood kengi”  The hybrid feline nodded “ I just want to lay down and rest I'm...kinda worn out”  with that he crashed on the bed in his new alcove room and was soon asleep.  The harem work for Haku or working with the military kept Haku busy when he wasn't relaxing or teaching Ahri something.

	A couple months later Haku came across a special guest in the castle while  wandering around thinking and reading to avoid Talon's childish antics around Kengi or Ahri.  This woman exhibited a aura that was powerful her name was Dak she was caring for someone who was injured according to one of the servants that had been in and out of the room she was in.  Haku didn't think anything of it he only learned later who the person was when Emira introduced him to the harem as now the 5th member to join them this new arrival is a snow leopard who seemed only a little more confident than Ahri is. “Everyone...this is Shard.  He will be joining us as of today so please welcome and help him adjust.  Haku he needs your fine lesson plans to learn of this land and history can you spare some time in the evenings to assist him?”  Haku nodded his head “ If I can teach Ahri here to have excellent penmanship and reading skills I'm sure Shard here will be no problem.”

	Ahri moved up and showed Shard off to a room he may settle in Emira pulled haku aside.  “My sibling Dak has...how shall we say....Altered Shard's memories.  I don't want him focusing on those things so try and keep him distracted with lessons if it means omitting some of our history namely gory details of the war....they might trigger things in his mind.”  Haku nodded “ I will do so and start as soon as he is settled “  Emira nodded and patted Haku's' shoulder “ I have gained quite the group of loyal companions.”  Haku smiled “as long as you are happy Mistress “
Haku checked with Shard when he was settled to get him set up on his lessons.
The next day they started in haku put things aside and spent nearly the whole day working with him.  Shard took to lessons like a fish to water teaching him basic history and culture of the regions.  Lessons kept both of them occupied for quite some time.  

	While lessons and daily work went on Haku knew nothing of some trouble that Emira had gotten into with her guard while out.  Haku didn't learn of it till guards coming though informed him that Emira was coming in with a prisoner haku strode though the halls quickly and he found her visibly shaken and upset but carrying a blueish green orb that seem to have something swirling on the inside.  “ what is that?”  Emira  didn't take her eyes off it as she strode down the corridor “ insurance to ensure compliance of a very foolish kitsune....and now my 6th plaything.  No lessons needed as long as I keep this away form him I can ensure his compliance”  Haku nodded understanding and left Emira to do whatever she was to do. He went to the harem chambers and to his surprise was a male kitsune in a red/gold kimono a bit dirty and visibly upset.  Talon tapped Haku on his shoulder “ That's Haruka....we all are warned already he can change his appearance to others even if its a woman. Apparently he thought playing tricks with magics was a good idea using Mistress Emi as a practice dummy...a couple guards injured but are ok and Emira beat him took something call a soul orb from him and its forcing his compliance hes already settled in just being pissed off that he lost...kinda like the rest of us were.

	Haku looked around this made 6 members of the Harem of ice 1 for each alcove room of the Harem chambers looking towards Emira's chamber doors he had to wonder  did she foresee and plan this all or somehow fate spoke to her and things just aligned perfectly.  Months seemed to slip by each member of the harem was easing into their daily routines the only really troublesome thing is Haruka trying to play tricks on the others Haku included however Emira saw to those problems and discipline in a sense was administered first by Kengi and Talon next by Emira.  Still the games continued.  It seemed though only Haku noticed that Emira had gathered all her siblings to this castle and was expanding lands peacefully setting each sibling up besides Ajani with lands to control.  Then the bombshell happened a massive  winter eve party with all of the harem and Emira with her siblings.  Everyone was instructed to dress nicely.  When they were all dressed nice for Emira to inspect she gave them the news “ I intend to split up this harem...I cannot in good faith look after all of you and dedicate the proper time and attention to all your needs. So I gathered my siblings here for you all to meet with them and introduce yourselves eat and have a good time.”  Ahri hung his head low slinking back some looking hurt.  
	Haku stepped up and whispered to Emira  then stepped said to speak with her in private “ so...you gather train us and then are to cast us aside?  What of Ahri? You and I both know his mental state of mind  how he is when he perceives back news and here you just dump this on him and us. “ Haku's eyes glowed dangerously as he spoke  making Emira  glare back at him. “ Don't you DARE question me  I'm doing what I feel is best for ALL of you.  Every one of you are always welcome here and will never be that far that you cannot easily visit”  Haku Nodded calming down some letting Emira  continue “ besides haku Yuki remember your oath to me you made...I will hold you to honor that “  Haku nodded and bowed deeply to her heading down with the others explaining this to Ahri so he wont feel so bad.  The Party was well and lovely great food good wine everyone was having a good time talking  completely forgetting about their troubles just as Emira wished.  Ahri seemed  unsure still but Eshe drew close and accompanied him to a side room.  Dak and Haruka were having a spirited bout of drinking with their food.  Apparently Dak decided to end the whole contest pulling the kitsune into a side room to asset her dominance over him in her own way.  

	Refilling his cup of wine he watched Ajala a large cougar arm wrestling with Talon before  laughing taking a decanter of wine into a side room laughing about something.  Haku struck up conversation with a lovely Water Tiger named Shui leading her to a side room where slightly muddled minds and pheromones kicked them both into a heightened mood  leading to Shui shoving the dragon into some cushions before climbing over him  fishing his hardening shaft out of his  pants and aggressively mounting him  sometime in the process of their lovemaking the silver collar released itself around her neck  outside the room Emira sat with her chosen Kengi  and hand motioned with her hand releasing all their collars.  Shui smirked as they had finished  taking her own collar similar to what Emira had on him and she slipped it around his neck locking it.  Thus began Haku's new life with Shui the water Tigress more would come of their time together happy times and times of strife but those are for another day.