The morning sun started to climb into the sky. I thanked Amaterasu for her early rising and went out to train with Onigiri-Sensei, by Ryoshima Coast. I stepped into the dojo, my Gi and determination showing brightly. I tracked water into his dojo with my wet feet. "Ah, Samurai Dandy. I heard what happened to your mother. I am terribly sorry." I bowed deeply. "Do not call me Samurai Dandy, Onigiri-Sensei. I have dishonored the way of the Samurai, and don't deserve that title." I bowed my head low. I awaited a mighty thwack from his wooden sword, but it never came. I looked up. Onigiri-sensei just looked at me. "Sensei?"
"Dandy!" he laughed, his whole body quivered, I thought he was about to turn to dust and bones any second. "You are just traumatized from the death of your mother. You just need to get the death of your mother off your mind." If only he knew how hard it was. "What I am saying is; Get over it." That hit me like a ton of bricks. "Now go retrieve your sword and slice the air a thousand times a day for the next month." This was a punishment for wasting his time. "Yes sir." I got up and left in defeat. Waka had my sword. How the hell was I suppose to find him? he just showed up when he wanted. I didn't wanted to go back to that place. That "Abe" man was disturbing. Saying that Waka was his. I laughed at this as I swam towards the coast. "Waka's his!" I laughed. That would never happen. Besides we all know who Waka belongs to. "Me!"
"Me!" I stated proudly in the hallway. Other Tao Troopers looked at me strangely. I blushed. "Uuh, I was just thinking aloud." I reassured them. At least I wasn't lying. I made my way down the hallway. I didn't know where I was going. Waka-sama had gave me the day off. A dreamy sigh escaped my lips. "Waka-sama is so amazing." I whispered to myself. Then theres the other guy. My whole attitude changed. "Dandy..." I growled. I can't believe I said the name. Waka even has his sword. What makes him so special? Waka has been talking about the runt a lot lately. Murmuring stuff about soul mates and love. I opened my eyes in shock. "Wait! Is Dandy..." No! No! I couldn't bring myself to think of it.
Dandy couldn't be Waka's...Celestial Soul Mate? A agonizing scream sounded through the halls of The Tao Troopers base.
I looked around as I made it towards the coast beach. "Is someone screaming?" Dandy listened harder, but it was hard to concentrate with the oceans sloshes against the sand, the Water Dragon's constant roar. I made my way towards Agata Forest. I had a weird hunch I should start there first. It was a long, exhausting walk when you're concentrated on going somewhere where'll you'll meet someone you really like. I felt my cheeks heat up as I thought more and more about meeting the Nazo no Waka. That means Mysterious Waka in my language. Heh, maybe I'll start using my own language and confusing him!
I exited Taka Pass, and cross The Gūzen no Rogu-Kyōe. I heard it was created from a freak accident a 10-year-old boy was in. I chuckled at the thought. Far-fetched tales to get attention. What a waste of breathe. I could hardly feel or see the sun's rays. The tall trees's arms stretched far and wide, almost touching each other. I stayed there until the moon was high and bright. Was this night fated or destined? It was a full moon, and Yumigami's constellation could hardly be seen by the Moon's bright beams. I sat on the branch of the tallest tree.
Just then the whistle of the of a flute. I almost fell out of the tree. "Hello, My precious Minet." Precious? W-What! I just wanted my sword back. "He-"
"What a wonderful evening it is. Yumigami has blessed us with this beautiful moon." Waka landed on the very tip of the branch. "W-Waka! Be careful-"
"Listen to this song, will you?" Waka asked thoughtfully. That was funny, he wasn't using his otherworldly language. What was up with him. "Will you listen to this song, Ma Cherie Minet." There we go. All is right with the world. "Sure." And so he played. A beautiful tone it was. I felt like I was being lifted up in the Heavens. I opened my eyes and I saw yellow clouds. I still heard the music. "What is this..?" I asked lazily. I layed back on a cloud and felt my clothes being removed. "Hunnn-nnn?" I chattered as I felt the warm rays of the sun warm my flesh and soul. Smooth, heavenly hands roamed between my legs.
"Waka? Stop..." I moaned. "Why, Minet?" My mind was a jigsaw, and I could put the pieces back together. "Please, stop! Waka!" I tried to defy it, but it was like the music put a spell on me. The flute played on. I mustered all the strength I could and screamed. I fell back on to the branch. Waka stumbled to keep his stance. We both stared at each other, breathing heavily. "Are..you..insane..?" I gasped. My back and head ached. "Please, you are my only way back in the Celestial Plain. Become my Lover."
I shook my head from side to side. "Whatever! I just wanted my sword back! I don't have time for this!" Waka touched my hand. They were warm and soft. "Please, Dandy. This is your destiny. Explain your reasoning for looking for me here first? How come the moon is so bright tonight? You fell under the spell of my Flute, and broke out of it with ease!" I covered my ears. "Waka! Give me sword back!" I yelled. "That is all I ask of you!"
Waka bowed his head in defeat. "So this is it. You refuse my offer?" I nodded. My sword appeared in his hands. "Th-Thank you, Waka." I said quietly. "I've never give up." Waka said defiantly. "You'll become my way to the Celestial Plain." Waka said. I took the sword shakily from his hands. "Goodbye Waka."
"For now, Ma Cherie." He held of his hand. "May I have the pleasure of escorting you home?" I looked down. At least I could give him that pleasure. Right? No harm in treating me to a walk home. I took his hand and we landed safely on the mossy, shrubby ground. We made the way towards Taka Pass a quiet and eerie. I felt chills fly up my spine. "It is the effects of demons. If you show your fear, they'll sense it and come after you." I wasn't afraid of some butt-slapping baboon. "It's just getting cold out? Arn't you cold?" Waka stayed quiet. "Hey? You still alive?"
Waka said nothing, making me turn around. "Hello?" Waka stopped. "I'm fine, just thinking about something." I kind of felt bad for Waka, declining his offer. But how can I be his way to The Celestial Plain? What about me? Could I come with him? Just what would he have to do to me to get there. I thought about him molesting me earlier. Y-Yeah right! I brushed the silly thought from my mind. We headed up the path towards Kusa Village. I kind of started to feel uncomftable. I didn't want Yukona and Hiko to see me. They were famous for their lies and gossip. Those fat bitches, sitting over by the well talking about others lives, while they had none.
We made it my house. I stopped at the front door. "Well, um..." I stuttered. "I guess this is goodbye? Have a good night Waka!" I tried to say cheerfully.
Waka just turned and walked away.
Goodnight, Ma Cherie...
