The Trouble with a House Full of Ninjas
by: Shrine of Ice and Fire
July 2004
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Part One:
The last time I saw you, there was a softness in your brooding features, as if you had found peace at last. Perhaps it is because of your chosen career…or because the family you once deserted has accepted you again? And when you glanced my way on that particular afternoon, I merely turned to the side to converse with our friends. I have spent many moments back home at my desk, quiet times at night, thinking of you. One might find that strange, given the circumstances on how we first met. Does your family know what had happened during the years you were gone? Bad memories are behind me, I chose my path, and personal feelings are not allowed in it. And I still wonder…would even the lightest touch from you satisfy me?
This was completely, absolutely wrong on so many different levels. It was invading someone's privacy, someone's inner thoughts. Shinomori Aoshi closed his eyes before setting the delicate paper aside. It was one of several he had found, all nicely folded.
The letters revealed the soul and secret wishes of its author. Some were poetic, some with a slight touch of humor, some more intimate, but all clearly written with no intention of ever being sent to its receiver. He frowned slightly, almost wishing Okina had never given him the box of items that Himura and his friends had accidentally left behind during their last visit to Kyoto. Socks, ribbons, combs, and assorted feminine items he couldn't identify. And letters. There was no mistaking the elegant handwriting of Takani Megumi. Especially once he compared it to the notes diligently written on several sheets of paper containing medicinal recipes of plants that were growing at the Aoiya. His frown deepened, wo ndering if Okina had thoroughly examined all the contents in the box.
His eyes flew open and Aoshi cleared his throat, realizing he had an audience.
...to be continued. (Cherie Dee)
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