STANDARD DISCLAIMERS APPLY:
Rurouni Kenshin and The Shinsen Gumi does not belong to me, I just borrow them. But I Love them a lot.
So PLS dun sue me… I am just a poor 16 yrs old student.. Thanx
AUTHORS NOTES: This story is base more on Kaoru's view in the Shinsen Gumi… then Kenshin's view in the Ishin Shishi. The characters in Shinsen Gumi are all real well except for Kaoru… duh… anyway I did a little research on The Shinsen Gumi… It did help me a little… if anyone has more information on the Shinsen Gumi… do leave it in the review or you would like to E-mail me the resources… Me E-mail is: kenshin_kaoru@rkonline.zzn.com or kenshin_kaoru86@yahoo.com Thanks a lot… Please if you are a Shinsen Gumi fan… please do not feel Offended… Thanks again.
Warning: I don't really have a good command of English… So forgive me for my grammatical mistakes.
Akai Tsuki
Epilogue – The Never Ever Changing Akai Tsuki
"Oh... Just follow this path and you'll reach there." One of the farmers told Katsura. He gave his thanks and started walking towards the given direction. The white snow covered up to his ankle as his leg sink into it.
'I wonder if Himura and Kamiya are doing fine. I just hope that they would be able to escape from the Shinsen gumi. One way or another. I could use Kamiya to be partnered with Himura. In this sense, another 10% of winning this battle is with us.' Katsura thought technically. Although it was cruel to think of them as such killing machines, the new era would still need someone like Kenshin to start it up. Clearing the old era was the first step... and this job belongs to the hitokiris.
Katsura opened the door. There was nothing but quietness. He started to get worried.
"Gomen Kudasai! Is anyone at home?" Katsura shouted at the door. Footsteps were heard as the shadow stepped out in the light.
"Himura... I can see that you are doing just fine... where's Kamiya?" Katsura asked as he scanned the hall.
"She's in the room. She isn't well... but is recovering. I assume that your coming means the continuation of the war. When must I go back?" Katsura gave a nod in agreement.
"As fast as possible. I need another favor of you. Is Kamiya well enough to do battle. The Ishin Shishi would need someone like her. In this way, the chances of winning-"
"Gomen Nasai. Katsura san... I do not wish to go battle anymore... But I would go wherever Kenshin takes me. I can protect myself. I kill for self-defense or defense for the weak. I would not take another soul for another era or to keep the old one. I am tired of killing..." Kaoru reasoned as she held on to the pillar for support.
"Kaoru! You shouldn't be up! You haven't fully recovered yet!" Kenshin panic as he ran over to where she was and be her support and brought her to her seat.
"But Kamiya san... In this way... all those you have killed in the past would go to waste." Katsura tried to reason with her.
"Katsura sama.... Whoever or whatever she had killed in the past... I would take up the responsibility. I would continue to kill for the new era. If I stop now... the people who died by my sword... would be useless... Someone once told me... 'Everyone is looking for small kinds of happiness.' In the new era where, most people would be happy... until that time... I would continue my post as a Hitokiri. But when the new era is here..."
"You would put down your sword?" Katsura continue for him.
"I do not know... but I would not ever take another life unless like what Kaoru said... self-defense or defense for the one I love and the weak." Kenshin finished as he held onto Kaoru's calloused hands. Kaoru smiled at his promise.
"I understand... the traitor... We have found him and we have also asked someone to cover that job."
=-=-=---=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--
"Hahaha! Well... I feel a bit sorry for the rest but... somethings have to be done. Risks have to be taken if some one wants to earn big money." Iizuka threw large pack of money in the air and caught it skillfully.
He was one of the mysterious Shinsen Gumi messenger. Or more like informer. But nobody knew who he was... or actually how he got the information. He was being rewarded greatly every time for each information.
"No matter, if the Bakufu or the Shishi are the winners... both would be bad for the samurais and warriors... compared the katanas and battle... money looks more dependable no matter which angle I look at it." Iizuka threw the pack of money again and caught it expertly.
Suddenly, behind him a set of laughter was given off. Iizuka turned behind to find a man with a high ponytail, wearing only one side of his gi. The man's katana was pointed to the ground. Iizuka narrowed his eyes as he looked at the blade. There was something different about it... but he didn't know what. He threw that idea to the back of his head.
"Ha! I should have known. Kogorou wouldn't let me off so easily." Iizuka's hand slit to the hilt of the katana.
"Looks like I would have to rely on this KATANA AGAIN!" Iizuka said as he unsheathe his katana and charged at him. The man just crooked his mouth as his katana cut through Iizuka. Throwing the flamed Iizuka down the cliff.
"Che... I can't believe that they gave me such a little character to deal with. But anyways, one day... I would show those idiots who they are messing with. In the end... Not the Bakufu or the Ishin Shishi would win.. But me..."
=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=
"Shishio Makoto..."
"Aa... he is a masterless samurai. His profile is low... but he has a very strong sword technique... I believe that he could be as good as you. The assassin's job would be transferred to him. I would need you to be in the front line of the armies. They would need your protection." Kenshin nod his head in understand. He tightened the hold of Kaoru.
"I would do it..."
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=--=
"YATTA!!! WE'VE WON!! YATTA ZE!!"
"THIS CALLS FOR A CELEBRATION!!" Another Ishin Shishi calls out. Kenshin looked at the high sky.
'Has everything finished at last....?" Kenshin asked no one. He turned around as he heard a familiar voice calling out for him.
"Kenshin! The war's over! You've won!!" Kaoru called out as she threw herself to him.
"Aa... it took longer then I expect." Kenshin said as he hugged her tight to him.
"Let's get going..."
"Aa..." Kenshin said as his hands secure her waist as they walked home.
"I wish you all the best... Kaoru chan..." A pair of sky blue eyes looked at the couple as he disappeared into the woods.
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-
"Koishii... is everything ready?" Kenshin asked as he carried their small pack as they decided to wander Japan. But first... they would have to meet someone. Arai Shakku.
"Hai... Everything's done. Should we get going?" Kaoru asked as she held Kenshin's hand as the both of them walked towards their destination.
"Himura! I have been waiting for you. That must be your woman there." I rough voice rang.
"Arai."
"Himura... I can't believe that you are leaving the Ishins without a katana? Even your woman has a kodachi with her."
"Arai. I have already told Katsura sama about it. I would not kill anyone for any reason. I have come to say goodbye to you only." Kenshin replied. Arai laughed at Kenshin's reason on not killing.
"If such things really exist... please... I might need the guidance. But maybe one day... the whole world would think like you do." Arai said as he took out two sword from behind and threw it to Kenshin.
"That's for you. And the kodachi's for the babe. I heard that her's was broken. These are my goodbye gifts then. That sword that you are holding... it may not be my masterpiece... but it would help your vows of not killing..." Kenshin unsheathe the katana... to find that the blade was on the wrong side...
"It's a sakabatou. If it ever breaks... and you still have that silly vow... come back to me... I'll give you the best there ever is." With that Arai waved his hand and walked away. Kenshin looked at the sakabatou intently. It was heavier than other swords... but it might come in handy. Kenshin looked at Kaoru to find her hugging her new kodachi. Her face plastered with a big smile.
"You know... I'm starting to get jealous over you hugging both your kodachis like that." Kenshin smirked as Kaoru looked at how she carried them. She pressed them tightly to her chest. She blushed as she got what Kenshin meant.
"That's the way that you should be holding me... not the kodachis you know..." Kaoru turned around and stuck her tongue out. Kenshin chuckled as he kissed her.
"So where are we heading now?" Kenshin looked up at the night sky. The red moon was up in the never ending sky again. He looked at Kaoru.
"Kanagawa looks fine to me. Let's find a place to rest first. Our journey starts tomorrow." Kenshin said as they started walking to their new destination.
The old era died off... the new era rose. Everything starts to change. Everything... only the feelings that those two held for each other and the never ever changing red moon would stay the forever same.
~=Owari=~
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Author's Notes:
So, How was this chappie??? Please R&R ne keep me happy and INSPIRED… A happier me… a faster update ne thanks a lot…
Suggestions are welcomed ne…
Minna sama… kon'nichiwa… how do you find this chappie ^_^ hope you enjoy it ne… WAI WAI! FINISHED! AT LAST! So how is this?? Yup! I hope it's nice and waffy ne.. ^__^ I hope you ain't disappointed ne.. So you like this ending... guess whose the one who saw Kenshin and Kaoru?? Definitely not Saitou... ^^ Yes... It is Okita... I didn't have the heart to kill him... so i just made him happy by the way Kaoru lives. They are heading for Kanagawa, Tokyo. It's Seta Soujirou's hometown. I wanted to make it at Chiba, Tokyo. After all it is Kaoru's hometown... but anyway... I really hope it's nice for all of ya ne... I really hope all of you enjoy this ficcy... I am really happy that so many people are supporting me!! ^^ I promise to continue writing to make my writings get better! ^^ Minna sama ARIGATOU!
THANK YOU FOR ALL WHO SUPPORTED ME THROUGH THE FIC!! I AM MORE THAN GRATEFUL!! AISHITERU MY REVIEWERS!!! THERE WILL BE A PAGE WHERE I WOULD THANK YOU OFFICIALLY!! THIS WORKING ON IT NE... ARIGATOU FOR SUPPORTING ME TILL SO FAR... HONTOU NI... ARIGATOU!! MINNA SAMA!!
All of you would know right? A sequel of Assassin's of Love (Battle for Love) would be covering for Akai Tsuki and another new fic covering Made for Each Other.
The new fic would be in the Meiji Era. Just give you supportive readers out there some hints.
Kenshin doesn't want Kaoru to get hurt or injured again. He is determined to protect her. Saitou comes along talking of another gravely dangerous mission. Kenshin and gang are going... except for Kaoru. Kenshin ain't letting her go. He hurt her... with his words... those words.... push her to another man... namely... some smiley rurouni ^__^
Okay...^^ that's the summary... i suppose... ^__^ sooooo... This is the first meiji fic I'm at.. let's hope i don't forget my 'de gozaru's and 'sessha's... ^__^ I cannot confirm that this is definitely a KxK ficcy... it will depend on the readers k..... The more votes at the end... for either K x K or K x Smiley rurouni. The more votes win! ^______^ OTANOSHIMI DE!!!!!
Rurouni Kenshin and The Shinsen Gumi does not belong to me, I just borrow them. But I Love them a lot.
So PLS dun sue me… I am just a poor 16 yrs old student.. Thanx
AUTHORS NOTES: This story is base more on Kaoru's view in the Shinsen Gumi… then Kenshin's view in the Ishin Shishi. The characters in Shinsen Gumi are all real well except for Kaoru… duh… anyway I did a little research on The Shinsen Gumi… It did help me a little… if anyone has more information on the Shinsen Gumi… do leave it in the review or you would like to E-mail me the resources… Me E-mail is: kenshin_kaoru@rkonline.zzn.com or kenshin_kaoru86@yahoo.com Thanks a lot… Please if you are a Shinsen Gumi fan… please do not feel Offended… Thanks again.
Warning: I don't really have a good command of English… So forgive me for my grammatical mistakes.
Akai Tsuki
Epilogue – The Never Ever Changing Akai Tsuki
"Oh... Just follow this path and you'll reach there." One of the farmers told Katsura. He gave his thanks and started walking towards the given direction. The white snow covered up to his ankle as his leg sink into it.
'I wonder if Himura and Kamiya are doing fine. I just hope that they would be able to escape from the Shinsen gumi. One way or another. I could use Kamiya to be partnered with Himura. In this sense, another 10% of winning this battle is with us.' Katsura thought technically. Although it was cruel to think of them as such killing machines, the new era would still need someone like Kenshin to start it up. Clearing the old era was the first step... and this job belongs to the hitokiris.
Katsura opened the door. There was nothing but quietness. He started to get worried.
"Gomen Kudasai! Is anyone at home?" Katsura shouted at the door. Footsteps were heard as the shadow stepped out in the light.
"Himura... I can see that you are doing just fine... where's Kamiya?" Katsura asked as he scanned the hall.
"She's in the room. She isn't well... but is recovering. I assume that your coming means the continuation of the war. When must I go back?" Katsura gave a nod in agreement.
"As fast as possible. I need another favor of you. Is Kamiya well enough to do battle. The Ishin Shishi would need someone like her. In this way, the chances of winning-"
"Gomen Nasai. Katsura san... I do not wish to go battle anymore... But I would go wherever Kenshin takes me. I can protect myself. I kill for self-defense or defense for the weak. I would not take another soul for another era or to keep the old one. I am tired of killing..." Kaoru reasoned as she held on to the pillar for support.
"Kaoru! You shouldn't be up! You haven't fully recovered yet!" Kenshin panic as he ran over to where she was and be her support and brought her to her seat.
"But Kamiya san... In this way... all those you have killed in the past would go to waste." Katsura tried to reason with her.
"Katsura sama.... Whoever or whatever she had killed in the past... I would take up the responsibility. I would continue to kill for the new era. If I stop now... the people who died by my sword... would be useless... Someone once told me... 'Everyone is looking for small kinds of happiness.' In the new era where, most people would be happy... until that time... I would continue my post as a Hitokiri. But when the new era is here..."
"You would put down your sword?" Katsura continue for him.
"I do not know... but I would not ever take another life unless like what Kaoru said... self-defense or defense for the one I love and the weak." Kenshin finished as he held onto Kaoru's calloused hands. Kaoru smiled at his promise.
"I understand... the traitor... We have found him and we have also asked someone to cover that job."
=-=-=---=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--
"Hahaha! Well... I feel a bit sorry for the rest but... somethings have to be done. Risks have to be taken if some one wants to earn big money." Iizuka threw large pack of money in the air and caught it skillfully.
He was one of the mysterious Shinsen Gumi messenger. Or more like informer. But nobody knew who he was... or actually how he got the information. He was being rewarded greatly every time for each information.
"No matter, if the Bakufu or the Shishi are the winners... both would be bad for the samurais and warriors... compared the katanas and battle... money looks more dependable no matter which angle I look at it." Iizuka threw the pack of money again and caught it expertly.
Suddenly, behind him a set of laughter was given off. Iizuka turned behind to find a man with a high ponytail, wearing only one side of his gi. The man's katana was pointed to the ground. Iizuka narrowed his eyes as he looked at the blade. There was something different about it... but he didn't know what. He threw that idea to the back of his head.
"Ha! I should have known. Kogorou wouldn't let me off so easily." Iizuka's hand slit to the hilt of the katana.
"Looks like I would have to rely on this KATANA AGAIN!" Iizuka said as he unsheathe his katana and charged at him. The man just crooked his mouth as his katana cut through Iizuka. Throwing the flamed Iizuka down the cliff.
"Che... I can't believe that they gave me such a little character to deal with. But anyways, one day... I would show those idiots who they are messing with. In the end... Not the Bakufu or the Ishin Shishi would win.. But me..."
=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=
"Shishio Makoto..."
"Aa... he is a masterless samurai. His profile is low... but he has a very strong sword technique... I believe that he could be as good as you. The assassin's job would be transferred to him. I would need you to be in the front line of the armies. They would need your protection." Kenshin nod his head in understand. He tightened the hold of Kaoru.
"I would do it..."
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=--=
"YATTA!!! WE'VE WON!! YATTA ZE!!"
"THIS CALLS FOR A CELEBRATION!!" Another Ishin Shishi calls out. Kenshin looked at the high sky.
'Has everything finished at last....?" Kenshin asked no one. He turned around as he heard a familiar voice calling out for him.
"Kenshin! The war's over! You've won!!" Kaoru called out as she threw herself to him.
"Aa... it took longer then I expect." Kenshin said as he hugged her tight to him.
"Let's get going..."
"Aa..." Kenshin said as his hands secure her waist as they walked home.
"I wish you all the best... Kaoru chan..." A pair of sky blue eyes looked at the couple as he disappeared into the woods.
=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-
"Koishii... is everything ready?" Kenshin asked as he carried their small pack as they decided to wander Japan. But first... they would have to meet someone. Arai Shakku.
"Hai... Everything's done. Should we get going?" Kaoru asked as she held Kenshin's hand as the both of them walked towards their destination.
"Himura! I have been waiting for you. That must be your woman there." I rough voice rang.
"Arai."
"Himura... I can't believe that you are leaving the Ishins without a katana? Even your woman has a kodachi with her."
"Arai. I have already told Katsura sama about it. I would not kill anyone for any reason. I have come to say goodbye to you only." Kenshin replied. Arai laughed at Kenshin's reason on not killing.
"If such things really exist... please... I might need the guidance. But maybe one day... the whole world would think like you do." Arai said as he took out two sword from behind and threw it to Kenshin.
"That's for you. And the kodachi's for the babe. I heard that her's was broken. These are my goodbye gifts then. That sword that you are holding... it may not be my masterpiece... but it would help your vows of not killing..." Kenshin unsheathe the katana... to find that the blade was on the wrong side...
"It's a sakabatou. If it ever breaks... and you still have that silly vow... come back to me... I'll give you the best there ever is." With that Arai waved his hand and walked away. Kenshin looked at the sakabatou intently. It was heavier than other swords... but it might come in handy. Kenshin looked at Kaoru to find her hugging her new kodachi. Her face plastered with a big smile.
"You know... I'm starting to get jealous over you hugging both your kodachis like that." Kenshin smirked as Kaoru looked at how she carried them. She pressed them tightly to her chest. She blushed as she got what Kenshin meant.
"That's the way that you should be holding me... not the kodachis you know..." Kaoru turned around and stuck her tongue out. Kenshin chuckled as he kissed her.
"So where are we heading now?" Kenshin looked up at the night sky. The red moon was up in the never ending sky again. He looked at Kaoru.
"Kanagawa looks fine to me. Let's find a place to rest first. Our journey starts tomorrow." Kenshin said as they started walking to their new destination.
The old era died off... the new era rose. Everything starts to change. Everything... only the feelings that those two held for each other and the never ever changing red moon would stay the forever same.
~=Owari=~
*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*=*
Author's Notes:
So, How was this chappie??? Please R&R ne keep me happy and INSPIRED… A happier me… a faster update ne thanks a lot…
Suggestions are welcomed ne…
Minna sama… kon'nichiwa… how do you find this chappie ^_^ hope you enjoy it ne… WAI WAI! FINISHED! AT LAST! So how is this?? Yup! I hope it's nice and waffy ne.. ^__^ I hope you ain't disappointed ne.. So you like this ending... guess whose the one who saw Kenshin and Kaoru?? Definitely not Saitou... ^^ Yes... It is Okita... I didn't have the heart to kill him... so i just made him happy by the way Kaoru lives. They are heading for Kanagawa, Tokyo. It's Seta Soujirou's hometown. I wanted to make it at Chiba, Tokyo. After all it is Kaoru's hometown... but anyway... I really hope it's nice for all of ya ne... I really hope all of you enjoy this ficcy... I am really happy that so many people are supporting me!! ^^ I promise to continue writing to make my writings get better! ^^ Minna sama ARIGATOU!
THANK YOU FOR ALL WHO SUPPORTED ME THROUGH THE FIC!! I AM MORE THAN GRATEFUL!! AISHITERU MY REVIEWERS!!! THERE WILL BE A PAGE WHERE I WOULD THANK YOU OFFICIALLY!! THIS WORKING ON IT NE... ARIGATOU FOR SUPPORTING ME TILL SO FAR... HONTOU NI... ARIGATOU!! MINNA SAMA!!
All of you would know right? A sequel of Assassin's of Love (Battle for Love) would be covering for Akai Tsuki and another new fic covering Made for Each Other.
The new fic would be in the Meiji Era. Just give you supportive readers out there some hints.
Kenshin doesn't want Kaoru to get hurt or injured again. He is determined to protect her. Saitou comes along talking of another gravely dangerous mission. Kenshin and gang are going... except for Kaoru. Kenshin ain't letting her go. He hurt her... with his words... those words.... push her to another man... namely... some smiley rurouni ^__^
Okay...^^ that's the summary... i suppose... ^__^ sooooo... This is the first meiji fic I'm at.. let's hope i don't forget my 'de gozaru's and 'sessha's... ^__^ I cannot confirm that this is definitely a KxK ficcy... it will depend on the readers k..... The more votes at the end... for either K x K or K x Smiley rurouni. The more votes win! ^______^ OTANOSHIMI DE!!!!!