Who Do You Protect?
by manga, the Awesome One in pigtails.
My love... _My_ love... Sometimes it's too amazing to believe. But every day, so many little things make it real. The touch of your hands, your sweet smile, the cherished patters of your voice... You are so precious to me and I am more grateful than you will ever know that I found you.
Sometimes, when you think I'm busy, I just watch you. You seem so happy and carefree as you play with Ayame and Suzumi. I love the brightness of your laughter and how your eyes sparkle. I treasure each happy moment with you, locking them in my heart against the dark times.
I know how your heart aches in those times. My heart aches too, love, and I would do anything to make those idiots stop hurting you. You know as well as I what would make it end, but you are _mine_. I cannot and will not let you go.
Do you hear me, all you black hearts out there? I WILL NOT LET GO. I will not lose this life, I will not lose my love. I have lost much in my life, now I say I will lose no more. No more. I will protect you, my love. From anything. Even yourself.
I watch you sleep, and sometimes it breaks my heart. Your face is so peaceful... my heart pounds and I reach out to touch, caressing your cheek, your lips, the arch of your eyes, just to reassure myself that you are real.
Sleep well, sweet one. Dream good dreams. You are safe here. I, Kamiya Kaoru, master of the sword that protects life, will protect yours.
Aishiteru, Kenshin. Aishiteru.