Funeral in My Heart
by. Diana Zhou
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Today is Ryoku's funeral.
But somehow I can't cry about it anymore.
I've seen Kio sniff a little and try to cover up his tears. I've seen grandpa bow his head and weep quietly. Mother became so sick with grief, that she no longer has the energy to even sit up for me in the morning.
Kio's father probably took it the hardest. He lost his little brother. He lost his playmate. . .
But somehow I can't cry.
I cried the last of my tears at the Black Pearl Clan the night he died. I cried for him to come back, to keep his promise to me. . . to stay and protect me forever.
He left, like father. Why did father have to leave?
If he didn't leave, then Ryoku wouldn't be dead. If he didn't leave, then I would have lost my father. If he didn't leave, then I would not be losing my father for a second time today.
Oh, Ryoku. . .
Ryoku, don't worry about me. Ascend toward the Heavenly Path to your next incarnation. I promise you I will be strong. Black Pearl preys on the weak and I'm not weak. I will be strong. I will be the strongest fighter in the world and you will be proud of me.
Little bird, Juline, take my wishes and carry them to heaven where Ryoku is. Tell him I will be well. Tell him. . . good-bye.
Today is Ryoku's funeral. I better get ready.
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AN: I have only read Juline up until November issue of Juline on Smile. Sorry if it doesn't make sense when future issues comes out.