I did not create neither do I own these characters they are owned and were originally created by Reki Kawahara
Hello again readers, two new stories in one week is a first. I'm glad that it worked out Hello again readers, two new stories in one week is a first, I'm so glad that everything worked out to be able to post The Miraculous Turnabout and this story for you all this week. Where The Gladiolus Blooms is my first ever poem, so I did enjoy putting this together, for today even though it's emotional. Yuuki became one of my favorite characters of SAO throughout the Mother's Rosario arc, so her death made me cry so much, I can honestly say I was still wiping tears long after the scene was over. On that note, if you like listening to music while you read fanfics, go to YouTube and look up TYERecords cover of Shirushi while you read this, chapter 2, or both. Without further ado,
Let The Poem Commence
While shopping at the mall yesterday just like I always do, I walked by a flower shop window and saw a flower that made me think of you.
I walked inside the flower shop to get a get a closer look when the florist of the shop came over she must have read me like a book.
"It's called a Gladiolus." The florist said to me, she then asked if I knew about the Gladiolus and its meaning.
I told her no, I did not know anything about the flower, but before I got them to leave at your grave, I wanted to know what the Gladiolus stood for.
The Gladiolus is often known as the sword flower due to its remarkable shape like a sword.
This instantly made me think of you, for you were rightfully known as the Absolute Sword.
"What else do these flowers stand for?" I asked. "Do the different colors have a meaning? I'm interested in the purple and red for a very special reason."
After hearing this the florist smiled and gave the colors explanation. "Yes the colors have a meaning." the florist beamed and said. She then proceeded to talk about the beautiful flowers purples and reds.
"The purple Gladiolus stands for mystery charm and grace. A trio of different meanings you might not expect to go together, but the differences do not matter when you see the flowers beautiful color."
This made me think of our first meeting because until we met, you were a mystery in my mind still we formed a friendship proven true that stood the test of time.
We didn't have very long before in my arms you passed away but your memory inside my heart will always be there to stay.
While standing in the flower shop memories of you kept coming to mind, until the florist starting speaking again then my thoughts went to what was looking to be your graveside memorial flowers.
The florist had then begun to tell me all about the red, then I was sold on these flowers for this is what she said. "The red stands for passion and love, that you might have figured out. Perfect to give someone you love, or a friend you care deeply about."
After this statement tears came to my eyes as I told her about you.
She then agreed, these flowers would be just right to give to such a special friend as you.
I bought the Gladiolus flowers that were the prettiest purple and red and then headed to the cemetery to plant the flowers by where you lay and rest because even though you are gone from this Earth in my mind you still deserve the best.
Once I arrived at the cemetery and walked up to your grave tears came to my eyes again, as I thought about all the things you had done and said.
The Absolute Sword was a name well earned with all the sword fights you had won, you were always so courageous and brave, an inspiration to everyone.
Your happiness and smile even when in your fragile condition is an encouragement for me always to try and be joyful even when I'm in a rough position.
As I dug a hole just deep enough to plant, my gift to you today, I also thought of the gift you had given me just before you passed away.
The Mothers Rosario like our friendship is a gift I will always treasure, for it reminds me of your legacy that I and so many others will forever greatly admire, to leave these flowers at your grave at this very hour right now is my desire, to show you are still in my mind and heart for we had a bond so special that not even your death could sever.
Looking at your grave after the Gladiolus flowers had been planted in the ground, it showed a sign of life that made my heart begin to pound.
You were always ready and willing to live your life to the best that you possibly could, now these flowers are in your remembrance to always show just how loved you are anyoud were.
Yuuki you will always be loved no matter how much time will pass, your name is on the Monument of Swordsmen for all to see, your memory and legacy will live on through all your friends and me.
You left an impact on us that we could never ever forget, for the times and adventures that we had shared, were spent in harmony and bliss.
The Gladiolus flowers that are planted at your grave are so bright and colorful that you can see them from afar, they are glistening in the starlight but they shine as bright as the stars.
Yuuki you may be gone from this world but you will always be remembered for in our hearts your memory will come to mind whenever we see this type of flower.
You now have a memorial of flowers that sparkle and shine so bright now you can rest where the Gladiolus blooms above your resting place tonight.
I am so sorry if I made anyone cry. I have to admit to having tears while reading this after writing it while listening to the cover I mentioned in the first A/N. Did you have any favorite lines in the poem? If you did, I would love to hear what they were in the reviews or PM's. Chapter two will be up today, very soon, and a couple of characters will be making an appearance in the next/last chapter.