Disclaimer: I don't own either Love Hina or Oh My Goddess.

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About three months had pass since Urd went to the Hinata. Naru visited Mutsumi and Keitaro every day. Haruka had found out about it early on and supervised the meetings for about a month and a half. She did leave Naru with a warning on the last supervised one.

"Hurt my family, and I'll hurt you."

Naru was pretty sure she got off light. Only during the last month did Naru's permanent ban from the Hinata was lifted. She never went, because Mara was there.

Naru avoided any contact with Mara she could. If the two never met again, Naru would be happy for the rest of her life.

Naru thought a bit about her life as she entered her room at Lady Ibuki's apartments.

'I miss my room at the Hinata.' Naru thought as she reached for her diary.

It was odd to read her diary about the events that happened during the altered timeline. According to the diary, she barely left her room after failing the entrance exam. Naru felt rather ashamed to realize Keitaro had a hand in making her more sociable, as well as giving her strength to face failure.

'I might as well write in my diary. Otherwise, it'll be a book of loneliness.' Naru thought.

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Dear Diary,

Today I met with Mutsumi. Keitaro had to finish some stuff back at the Hinata.

I had the rare experience to see what my life would be like if I had never met one person. It's actually a bit horrifying.

I'm no longer living in the Hinata. I learned that the me in this timeline ran and hid from people. If it weren't for Keitaro, I would have become a hikikomori. Who could have guessed that pervert gave me strength to face people?

Urd and Belldandy explained that my memories from the original timeline were preserved and merged with my memories of this timeline. Bit by bit, I'm remembering more of this timeline, while still remembering the original. I'm shocked to learn I hid myself away when I failed the Todai exam, and barely came out of my room afterwords.

I don't know what to think of Mutsumi and Keitaro's marriage. They're happy. If I had accepted his feelings when he told me he loved me the first time, would we be married by now? I don't know, but I like to think so.

Do I hate Mutsumi? No, But I'm jealous of her. He was mine in the old timeline, but he's hers in this timeline. I don't think she'll share him. I wouldn't.

Do I hate Keitaro? No, but it doesn't matter. He's no longer mine. My friends are few currently. I don't want to lose what I have by quibbling over who belongs to who.

Kitsune came back after a few days. She pointed out that she was glad that I was more social, regardless of what else she said before she left. She and Urd get on each other's nerves, but they tolerate each other.

I wonder what gave Kanako such a bright smile? When I ask, she giggles and says she'll never tell.

I'm scared to try to contact Motoko and her sister. They would help me get rid of Mara, But there's some problems with that. Motoko is in prison. And I fear that Tsuruko would kill me for being the one who made a wish that got her sister in prison. And Mara is friends with everyone in the Hinata.

Still, there is some good news. Su is back in the Hinata. My first reaction was that Granny Hina saved the day. She didn't.

It was her. That Bitch Mara somehow got Su to live at the Hinata. When I asked why did she do that, Mutsumi said that Su and Sara's friendship reminded Mara of her friendship with Urd.

From what Mutsumi tells me, Su's inventions aren't that big and destructive. Mutsumi and I guessed that Su doesn't want to go back to MolMol. Or Mutsumi has a weird definition of small and safe.

Shinobu is scared around me. It hurts, Then I realize her first impression of me in this timeline is one of a violent manic. Other than that she seems unchanged. It's saddening to realize I'm not that important in how she grew as a person. It was Keitaro.

Sara is still a bit of a brat. I wonder if she's related to Mara? Mutsumi said no. It wouldn't be surprising to find out if the two are sisters.

I hate Mara. She took my life away. I will never forgive her. The moment I can find a way to get my revenge on her and not have my friends hate me for it, I'll take it.

There was an incident awhile back. I met Mara in the streets. I wanted to hit her right then, but I wanted answers. I asked her why did she wreck my life.

She gave me an answer.

She was tired of losing to Belldandy and her sisters. She wanted an easy win. Lucky me.

I was ready to hit her with all my might, but then Mutsumi popped up. Her and Mara then left for the Hinata.

I then went to see Belldandy and her sisters. I asked them why couldn't they give Mara a victory or two. Belldandy told me she would never give Keiichi up, and that's what Mara wants.

I left when Keiichi entered the scene. He looks a lot like Keitaro. Enough that it hurts.

Seta and Haruka aren't married in this timeline. They never left for MolMol, either. Could I have a bigger impact in in their decision to get married than I thought?

I'm not sure what to make of it. Should I be happy that I was some sort of catalyst for their marriage? Or should I be sad?

I don't know. I guess I should take what happiness I can get. I want my life back. I should have had a better hand on my temper back then. I want My Keitaro back!

When Naru finished writing, she put her diary away. She then sat on her bed, hugging her pillow, wondering the what-ifs about the past.

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Tsuruko woke up with a yawn. She was a little saddened that her husband was on a business trip.

Most nights, Tsuruko slept like a baby.

Then, there were nights where she stayed awake in terror. The fact she sent the Shinmei-Ryu council to their deaths haunted her for several reasons.

One reason was how easily the Elders had been taken out of the School and killed.

The elders were quite skilled, despite their old age. The fact they were slaughtered by a demon, A demon that killed because Tsuruko made a deal with it, terrified Tsuruko.

Does she really deserve the nickname "Demonblade of Kyoko" if there are demons who can outclass her in combat?

Another reason for the sleepless nights was merelt the thought of Hild. Normally, Tsuruko wasn't afraid of death. But Hild... Hild was something else. Was it the sheer power Hild had? Or was it the intelligence shining in Hild's eyes that kept Tsuruko awake in terror?

Last night was one of the bad nights.

Tsuruko wished her husband was beside her last night.

As far as the tasks Hild sent Tsuruko on went, They honestly weren't that bad. Annoying, but not that bad.

Mostly they were orders to pick up some food and clothes. Some of it seemed aimed to make Tsuruko look as foolish as possible. Having to buy lingerie while carrying a bag of donuts, bullwhips, and massage oils was one of the slightly embarrassing tasks. She was really starting to dislike the shopping tasks.

Even so, Tsuruko refused to complain. She feared of being given a horrible, stomach-churning task if she even thought of a complaint. Secretly, Tsuruko thought that Hild's tasks were insults of a sort.

Tsuruko's cellphone (which Hild had given to her), was blinking. Hild left a message.

"Meet me at Ucchan's! :3 Hild"

"What inane task does she want from me this time." Tsuruko muttered to herself.

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When Tsuruko entered the restaurant, She heard a childish cheer.

"Yay! Big sis Tsu-chan is here!"

'Why does she meet in that form? It's so demeaning!' Tsuruko thought. Then Tsuruko's eyes widened. 'I forgot she can read my thoughts. Oh no oh no oh no.'

Tsuruko was lead to a table where Hild was at. Tsuruko slightly grimaced when she saw Hild in her Child form. Both made their orders.

"About my last thought..." Tsuruko started to say.

"Think nothing of it. I do so enjoy your reactions. Tell me, How do you enjoy my 'inane' tasks?" Hild asked.

"Uh... Erm... Ma..." Tsuruko was tongue-tied.

"Oh, don't give me that. I know and you know the tasks were fairly inane. But they had a purpose." Hild said.

"And that was?" Tsuruko asked.

"Entertainment for one. What else can be derived from you in a playboy bunny outfit, singing 'I'm a little teapot'?" Hild said with a small smile.

Tsuruko was silent.

"Another was to get you use to taking orders from me. Would you rather me give you the harder tasks now?" Hild asked, with the small smile gaining a nasty glint.

Tsuruko was going to regret asking, she was sure of it.

"What would they be?" Tsuruko asked.

The nasty glint disappeared. Just in time, too, The food was ready.

"You aren't ready to even hear about it." Hild answered.

"Are you protecting me, or hanging it over my head?" Tsuruko asked.

Hild put one of her hands on her chin in mock-thought. After a few seconds, Hild then gave her answer.

"Yes." Hild said, while looking as innocent as possible.

"That was not a yes or no question." Tsuruko replied.

"You wanted an answer, I gave you one." Hild said.

Tsuruko sighed. Talking with Hild was either exasperating or terrifying. The few times Tsuruko met with a demon named Mara showed that Hild was like that to her minions. Tsuruko held a theory that Hild was like that to her favorite minions. She debated asking Mara if her theory was true, but there was something Tsuruko didn't seem to like about Mara. Tsuruko couldn't put her finger on it.

"What Task do you want me to do?" Tsuruko asked.

"In about two months, You'll be playing the part of an demon bug exterminator. I'll let you know where they'll attack in about a month." Hild said. Then Hild began to eat her meal, preventing Tsuruko from asking questions.

'I'm going to slay demons, at the request of a demon? Have I finally gone mad?' Tsuruko thought.

What happened next somewhat shocked Tsuruko.

"Oh you're not mad at all. But it's not so much a demon slaying. It's more of bug extermination than anything else.'"A voice similar to Hild's said.

Tsuruko looked around to see the owner of the voice.

"I can transmit my thoughts to you, Tsu-chan, as well as read your thoughts. So stop looking around." Hild thought-transmitted.

'Why haven't you said anything before?' Tsuruko thought-said.

"You never asked." Hild thought-replied.

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When they were done eating, they paid for their meal and left the restaurant.

"A month, you say, before you return, as well as another month before my task?" Tsuruko asked.

"I imagine it would take you that long to get an opening in your schedule." Hild replied.

"Why though, about the bug attack? Is it random, or planned?" Tsuruko asked.

"I'll tell you in a month, Tsu-chan." Hild answered. "And before you ask, they aren't attacking now."

"May I speak my mind?" Tsuruko asked.

"Go ahead." Hild said, mildly interested at what Tsuruko had to say.

"Why even tell me now? Wouldn't the phrase 'you'll have a mission in two months, and information in one month before it' suffice" Tsuruko ranted.

"Shall I stick to that from now on with how I give your missions?" Hild asked.

Tsuruko thought about it.

"No, No. Please forget my complaint." Tsuruko said. 'Last thing I want is another sword of Damocles over my head.'

"I'll keep it in mind." Hild said before disappearing.

A few seconds passed in silence.

"Perhaps one day I might be forgiven for my deal with that demon." Tsuruko quietly muttered, as she left for home.

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Later on, in the Hinata Hot Springs...

Mara and Hild were soaking in the springs. Hild had told Mara what she told Tsuruko. Mara was a mix of curiosity and fear for Tsuruko.

"Lady Hild, pardon me for asking, but why are you planning on meddling in the affairs of Koenma?" Mara asked, unsure if she wanted to know.

"You'll find out when the time is right." Hild replied.

"What is she finds a loophole?" Mara asked.

Hild smiled at her and said nothing.

"I'm... I'm afraid of what you have in mind." Mara nervously said.

"Oh, what ever do you mean, Ma-chan?" Hild said.

"I'm actually afraid for Tsuruko. Whatever you have planned must be pretty harsh," Mara said. "Never thought I'd be afraid for a demonslayer..."

"Oh, Ma-chan. It won't be that bad." Hild said, before getting out of the springs.

'I'd pray for you Tsuruko, but I'd doubt anyone will listen.' Mara thought, before following Hild.

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