Kurisutaru
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Shuujo no Hime(The Plain Princess)
Chapter 2
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~~Serenity~~

We have been walking several hours after the sun rose. Conversation between
us, consisted of empty silence. After all, what kind of conversation can I have
with a cat?

I observe my surroundings, which consisted of mainly bush and shrubs of deep
tropical forests. I have never seem so many colours of green, or flowers so
exotic. I soon set my eyes back on the path, Endymion was walking ahead of me.
Amazing how fast a cat can walk, but then again, Endymion did not seem to be a
normal cat, and he seemed, practically human.

Just then, a beautiful rainbow butterfly flew across my face. I smiled and
giggled quietly as it flew around my head.
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~~Endymion~~

Walking firmly ahead, I rethought what I was doing? Is she really a princess?
She certainly is like any other princess I have come across. But then again, how
many princesses greet cats? But what if my suspicions are wrong? And she truly
is nothing more than a maid? My babbling thoughts interrupted by the sweetest
sound, Usagi was laughing.

I cranked my cathead over to face her, a marigold butterfly flew around her.
She was ever so fascinated, bright and happy, over a simple butterfly. Surely,
she must be a princess, I do not see how she can not be. Grinning to myself, I
clear my throat to get Usagi's attention, "Usagi, we must continue."

She focused her attention on me, and smiled a wonderful, bright smile.
"I'm sorry Endymion, I've never seen such a beautiful butterfly before."

I felt fluttery as she smiled to me.

She must be, a princess.
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~~Serenity~~

The sun was blazing high above us, telling us, it was noon. Endymion was
lying next the tree root and napping. We were under a tree, after traveling all
morning, we decided to have a break and eat. I took off my sac, and started to
remove things out of the bag.

The night I left, I stole buns and cheese from the main kitchen, luckily, and
those necessities are usually over looked in a royal kitchen. Chewing on the
bread and cheese slowly, I take the time, to just enjoy the silence around me.
The gentle breeze flowing around me, and the sun shinning through the trees.

Soon I was done eating, and took out the wine bottle, which held water. I
drank out of it, and when I was done, didn't realized how thirsty I was, that
half the bottle was gone. I mentally noted that I would need to refill on water
soon.

I decided to ask Endymion, how much farther our destination was, "Endymion,
when will we reach our destination?"

He lazily turned his head, and opened his illusory blue eyes that looked at me,
differently. "I believe, a few more days, however, I do not know what kind of
creatures we may run into."

"Creatures?" I asked curiously.

Endymion sat up, "Did I not mention? In this forests, live many strange
animals."

"What kind?" I asked, trying not to sound frightened, even though it was quite
obvious I was.

There was a twinkle in his marble blue eyes.
"Creatures that were said to be created from great sorcery." He stepped closer
as he spoke in a lower tone.
"Creatures with strange limbs, and more than two eyes. These creatures, come
out at night." Soon, he had practically done a full circle around me. His blue
eyes narrowed, and he would practically pounce at me, I gulped hard.

Endymion's face changed to its normal look, "But, they only come out at night,
so no need to worry. If you are done, we can continue walking."

I nodded, without saying a word, and packed my things to leave. Turning back
one more time, to look at the beautiful, but unsuspecting surroundings. Then
started to trudge the small trail again.
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~~Endymion~~

I admit it, I told a lie. I scared the Princess with a lie. Why you ask?
Because, I felt, I needed to be her prince, to protect her. To be near her, near
her, because I feel warm and comfortable. Which is certainly hard for a cat,
because being a cat, never gives me the advantage of a bed, or anyone that seems
to care. But, this Princess, is different. Perhaps, that is why, I stumbled to
her.
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~~Serenity~~

The inevitable came. The sun quickly set, much to my distaste and my fear of
the dark creeped over me like a dark shadow.

I squeaked, "Endymion, is there somewhere safe in this forest?"

He halted ahead of me, "Usagi we can stop here to sleep."

I whispered quietly, "Right here? Still in the forest?"

He chuckled deeply, almost human-like, "Yes, Usagi. But do not worry I will
watch over you."

I smiled with extreme comfort, "Arigatou (thankyou)"

I pulled my fleece blanket around me, and drifted peacefully to sleep.
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~~Endymion~~

She has such trust in me, she fell to sleep with ease, and without a care in
the world. Her face peaceful and calm, she was beautiful. Her head turned a
little, and her golden hair fell out of its braid. The hair cascaded around her,
in a beautiful golden shower. I was tempted to run a paw through it, probably
being softer than it looks. But, I am reminded, I am, nothing more than a cat.
And perhaps, never will be.
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~~Serenity~~

Sleeping better than I ever had, I was prancing around while traveling with
Endymion. He seemed annoyed but said nothing, I just pranced and pranced full of
energy. This morning, I had a chance to wash up at a small spring, but the water
was not drinkable so I still haven't had the chance to fill my water bottle. But
clean, hyper and the sun shinning was enough for me.

The trail headed upward, and I returned to my normal pace, and attempted a
conversation with Endymion.

"Endymion, why are we going to see a Unicorn? Does it have to do with your
curse?"

An eerie silence passed, and he hesitantly answered, "We are going to meet the
Unicorn, so he may help me with my curse."

"What is your curse Endymion?" I asked, quietly, in fear, I have asked too much.

He did not seemed bothered by the question, "To be normal." He merely said.

"You mean, I normal cat? Endymion, I'll miss you when you return normal. You are
the closest friend I have had. Thank you." I genuinely said, a bit saddened that
I would loose a friend.
But we carried on, in silence.
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~~Endymion~~

She thanked me, for simply talking to her. I felt as if, I were floating, but
soon the time would come. And, I will hurt her, I hope that she will forgive me.
For it can not be helped.
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~~Serenity~~

The next two days, we became closer, and Endymion was sweet, and understanding.
I felt quite content, and this adventure just didn't seem so scary anymore.
Because I have Endymion.

We stopped for a break during the 5 days. Though, I salvaged what was left of my
water, I soon was out of it quickly. I tried to focus on my bread and cheese,
but my thirst was still there. I looked to Endymion to tell him, I was going to
look for water, but he was sound asleep that I did not want to bother him.
leaving my sac, I decided to scout around.

Going through some thick bushes and tall trees, I came to a small clearing, in
the clearing was a crystal clear pond. It was so clear, you could see the
bottom, and it was still and looked untouchable. I reached in to have a taste of
the water. Scooping the water with my hands, I brought it up to my lips and was
pushed to the side, spilling the water from my hands. I darted around everywhere
looking for the creature that pushed me. It was Endymion.

"Usagi, onigai(please)! do not drink this water." He sternly said.
I nodded numbly.

He looked away from me, and spoke quickly, "We have to get out of here, now!"

But what ever he was so quickly trying to get away from, arrived.

It was a beautiful pearl white Unicorn.
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