A/N: Hey guys! I hope none of you are disappointed; but I decided to write another songfic! But this time: it's a tribute to one of the OCs in my story "Maria's Promise"!
You see; I was watching an episode of Shaman King and once I took one look at the lyrics of the 2nd opening: Mikuro popped into mind! (This whole songfic is done in Mikuro's POV.)

Declaimer: I still do not own anything that isn't mine.

Summary: Sometimes letting go isn't easy; especially if it's someone very dear to you.
But even though they are gone, that doesn't mean they're gone forever.
And with every end, a new beginning is about to unfold.


Father,
I really miss you, why did you have to leave me and Mom behind?
We both weren't ready to say goodbye to you, there were still so many moments we could have shared.
So many places we could have gone to, so many friends we could have met…

Why did you have to go?

At the side view of the face reflected in the mirror
I place you over it and
my heart is breaking
like the passing wind
I can't catch it
why is it you?

Every time I look into the mirror; all I see is your reassuring smile looking back at me.
I miss the way you would always hold me in your arms, I loved the way I felt so safe in your care.

Remember when I was little?
The way I would always want to be by your side; that will always be what I would want.

But why did you have to say goodbye?

The finger tips that will never reach
I hold them alone
the words that will never be exchanged are
drifted into the stars in the night sky

I can't believe how long it's been since you passed away Father…
Time flies fast doesn't it?

"Mom couldn't come today; she had some work to attend to. But she will come by soon." I whisper as I lay the flowers on your grave.

For the first time in a long time: I had actually let my tears fall.
I missed you Father, and I am not afraid to admit it.

I feel so alone…
Even with Mom around; everything still isn't the same.

The pain is too much…
It's quite unbearable…

When will I see you again?

I won't turn back
ah even sadness, even loneliness
is the proof that we were born
ah the flowing
end of my heart
I made up my mind

Suddenly; I felt a hand on my shoulder.
I quickly wiped away my tears and turned to face the person so bold enough to even think of touching me right now.

I quickly pulled out my wooden Kendo Katana and pointed it at his face, "What do you think you are doing?" I asked ever so coldly; the man merely laughed nervously.

"I'm sorry Kurosaki-san! I was just trying to see if you were alright!" he replied, his nervous laugh did not cease.

"Who gave you permission to touch me?" I said angrily; still refusing to withdraw my weapon from his face.

"No one." He replied, I watched as his nervous laughter ceased. "I just, wanted to know if you were alright."

I was completely left breathless once I gazed into those chocolate-brown eyes of his, the concern he showed in them did not come unnoticed by me.
I never noticed how beautiful those eyes really were; but that was probably because I never gave him the chance to look at me straight in the eye before.

The lips that will never say anything
I feel it deep within
you are my true north
leaving your voice
more than words
I know enough

"I just wanted to know if you were alright."

Those words; those few single words rang in my head like a bell.
I felt my heart beating faster and faster with each passing minute; and all because I was staring into those eyes of his.

I felt a blush slowly creep up on my face, luckily; Tsuji didn't seem to notice.
My gaze was still locked on his; it felt as though the whole world simply froze for us.

I watched as he slowly reached his out to touch my cheek, his gaze was still on mine.

I unconsciously slapped his hand away.

Instead of whispering that you love me
my heart is probably swaying
instead of saying you're in love
the relationship gets deeper

"Kurosaki-san…?" Tsuji practically whispered, his tone sounded hurt and confused.

"Don't touch me!" I practically screamed before running away from him and my Father's grave.

Although it did hurt me; I just didn't know what to do anymore.
I didn't know what I was feeling at that exact moment, but I did feel torn.

And although the rain poured heavily; I continued to run.
Without even looking back, I allowed my tears fall.

I'm not alone now
ah even sadness, even loneliness
seems like it can be endured
ah held it to myself
your reminiscent and now
I will take it there

I just stood there; not even bothering to turn around just to see if he was indeed following me.
Somehow though; a certain part of me wanted him to come after me…

…But at the same time; I wanted him to stay as far away as possible.

I won't turn back
ah even sadness, even loneliness
is the proof that we were born
ah the flowing
end of my heart
ah even sadness, even loneliness
seems like it can be endured
Ah held it to myself
your reminiscent and now
I will take it there

Just then; I felt someone wrap his arms around me.
This warmth, it feels so familiar…

Like I've felt it somewhere before…

No! It can't be!

I slowly pushed him away, but then quickly turned around; "Father?"

My eyes widened in surprise once I realized that it wasn't my Father who I was facing right now, no, it was Akito Tsuji I was facing.

"Kurosaki-san, are you crying?" Tsuji- no, Akito asked.
His tone sounded worried, which was a big change from his usual annoying tone.

"No!" I shouted before wiping my tears away with my sleeve, "How could you even think that?"

Before I was even able to protest; Akito once again wrapped his arms around me.
The strange thing was: I didn't even bother to struggle out of his embrace.

"It's okay if you want to cry…" he whispered into my ear.

"Akito…" I whispered before completely breaking down, I buried my face into his chest whilst I cried.

"It's okay if you miss your Dad; I know exactly how you feel…" Akito said before rubbing my back in comfort.

It was then that I realized; I wasn't truly alone.
I never was…

"Someday…
You'll find someone who will love just as much as Father does, and when that day comes…
…Father will be very happy."

Those words will remain in my heart and memory forever; just like my memories shared with Father.
And now new memories will be born, new moments will be shared…

…And I will be sharing them with none other than Akito.


[A/N:] I can't believe how I got so into this songfic! I mean I hope Mikuro or Akito were out of character! (If they were; I'm sorry Angel!)
But honestly though: I did enjoy writing this! I love how Mikuro is so vulnerable here!

I might do more of these soon; if I can find songs that fit the other characters!

I also might make a drabble series soon, but only if you people want one.

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