Disclaimer: I do not own Rurouni kenshin. I am just borrowing the
characters from Watsuki Nobuhiro and Sony, for the pleasure of creating my
own fanfiction.
Chapter 2: Onto the Party
Misao opened her eyes as the first rays of the sunlight hit her room. She focused her eyes on the ceiling when a loud crashing of plates echoed in the air. "What the hell is going on this time?" Misao thought. "It's too early for Okina to invade the kitchen."
Just then a shrill of voices rented the air as two persons began fighting back. "Ah I forgot," Misao contemplated. "The Kenshin-gumi has arrived two days ago. Well, they sure didn't wait to put up havoc."
Misao looked up at the ceiling. As she began to ponder what she has forgotten this day, the realization hit her hard, which caused her to sit up in her bed. "Oh my gosh!!! It's my birthday! Has it been that fast? I can't believe I'm 18."
As she began to put on her daily clothes and fix her bed, Sano's loud voice came from the kitchen. "Can't anyone get a sleep around here? Heck! Back home I have to endure Kaoru's loud voice and persistent wake up call but here its quite unique. You've got plates as a wake up call."
A few seconds later."OOUCCH!!! That hurts Kaoru!!"
Misao laughed. "Sure leave it to Sano to give Kaoru another headache. It's the same old Kenshin-gumi."
Misao left her room and went to the kitchen. As she went down the stairs, she met Kenshin who was bringing up a vase of flowers.
"Happy birthday Misao." Kenshin happily greeted. "Sure feels nice to grow a year older, ne?
"Thanks Kenshin. Yes it does feel nice to be a little older. But it's kind of freaky to think of what I'm going to be and what to do, now that I am supposed to be wiser and act mature."
"Oh, don't think about that. Always be yourself and let the natural flow of life take you. Don't pressure yourself of what will you be. Just remember to do what you want and be what you be. It's nice when you are happy of you who are."
"Yeah...maybe I'll follow that. See you around kenshin. I have to see what happened in the kitchen."
"Oh I don't think you want to see what happened there. They are pretty violent there.'
"Don't worry, its nothing that I can't handle ne? Ja ne!"
A little later as she escaped barely from Omasu's grasp, Misao went to OKina's garden. It's one of the places in the house where she can relax and just wonder the beauty of the garden. As she began to unwind, Misao's thoughts keep on reflecting what she'll be in the future. Will she still be the Okashira? Does she have to take a mate now that she is 18? What if she takes a mate? Will she relinquish the title to her husband? What if her husband does not know how to live the life of a ninja? What will the Oniwanbanshu say? What will AOSHI say?
MIsao sighed as she contemplated at the hard questions. Being the Okashira is not easy. When she took the title it's was just by sheer hatred at Aoshi for betraying the Oni gang at that time. But what now? Can she relinquish the title back to Aoshi? Certainly he deserves it far than her and he is fit for the job. AS she stood up to leave, she noticed a presence somewhere at the back of the garden, at the woods just beyond the garden gates.
Misao sprang into action and she followed the ki of the unknown person. As she jumped over the wall of the garden, she snatched her kunai's and began running. But as she neared the spot, the ki of the intruder suddenly disappeared.
Misao wondered on how the intruder have scented her and have disappeared so fast. As she began to turn back to the Aoiya, Aoshi suddenly appeared.
"What are you doing here Misao?"
"I sensed that someone was watching me at Okina's garden from this location and I decided to check it out. How about you? What are you doing here?"
"I have the same feeling."
"Oh.well I must be going now. See you later at the party Aoshi."
Aoshi just nod and turned away.
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Aoshi was trying to meditate but he can't. His thoughts kept on turning back to Misao. He can't get out of his mind. 'This is not good,' Aoshi thought. 'Sooner or later I'm going to loose my mind.' But his thoughts were bothered as well when he came to the woods and found Misao checking the same person he detected. He didn't mention to Misao that the ki of the person was familiar to him. He had met the person before.along time ago. Who could it be? And what is it doing in the woods checking and spying on Misao.
As the wind blew and a slight breeze hit Aoshi in the face, he looked up in the sky. Dark clouds are gathering, a bad sign. What has Kami-sama has in stored for us?
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The man puffed in air into his chest, feeling he had run a thousand miles for this mission. He hadn't expected her reflexes not mention the incoming Aoshi. He is still the best, maybe even better than his boss.
He remembered Shinomori well. He was well-known throughout Japan as a very skill-full ninja. No wonder his boss hated and feared him very much. 'Oh well, might as well go back to the hideout and report the latest information. Not to mention, prepare for tonight's move.'
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It is going to be dark and the party would start soon. Okina know that he needs to get ready but he is not ready to face anyone right now. He is still not accepting that his little Misao is growing up and maybe would marry soon. He knows he has to give her up sooner or later and that has to begin know.
As he began to sip his tea, he reflected all the years Misao spent with them including from the time she was born until what she is today. Misao has truly blossomed not to mention starting to be mature. He knows that she has given up on Aoshi but he still hopes that someday both would realize how they were made for each other.
Okina knows that Aoshi is hesitant because of the age gap but that does not matter in these days. Heck, even in his time, little girls as young as 12 are married for family connections. He just hoped that sooner they would realize their destiny.
A soft tap sounded on the shoji doors followed by the voice of Shiro.
"Okina, Aoshi wants to speak to you. He is in his room"
"He is back already? Where are Omasu and OKon?
"They are with Kaoru in Misao's room. They are preparing her for the party."
"Apparently they are."
As he spoke, he could hear Misao's persistent rejection of wearing a kimono and by the looks of it, she is trying her best in fending off both the elder Oni women. But he knows that Misao would loose soon, as the two women are intent of having Misao wear a kimono.
"I'll be right there Shiro."
While Okina was standing up, he noticed the black clouds gathering outside. He can't help feel the unwanted feeling of trouble. He sighed. "Hmmm. danger is upon is soon."
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Aoshi was sitting in the middle of his room facing the window. He was waiting for Okina to come in. He came home early from the temple because something was bothering him. He can't concentrate on his meditation and he needs the advice of Okina on this matter.
The silent sliding of the doors signaled that Okina has arrived. He could imagine Okina closing the doors and sitting behind him near the wall.
"You call Aoshi?"
"Yes. Today, I can't help but feel that trouble is brewing and will descend upon us soon. What do you think?"
"Yes, I have felt it myself. I can't pinpoint what exactly this is but I know I am not going to like it."
"This morning, Misao was being watched at the garden. We both have felt him and came after him but he was gone when we have arrived. I felt his ki and he is somehow familiar. Very familiar in fact and I am sure I have met him before, maybe a long time ago. Have you heard of active ninja clans these days?"
"NO Aoshi. I am surprised myself of your information. As far as I know, no ninja clan is active for the time being. There is nothing to be worried about."
"I know Okina but I have this sinking feeling that is going to change. And that maybe soon."
"In either case, we all have to be on guard. Misao's birthday is tonight and all will be distracted. But I will tell all the Oni members to be alert. It's better to anticipate than to be surprised. Should we tell Himura'?
"No."
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At the dilapidated house at the edge of town, a ninja reported his news. After hearing the report, imposing man stood up and faced his clan members.
"We shall make the first move of the plan tonight. Kumara, take five men with you. Deliver this missive and make sure they will get it. I, for the matter, will pay a visit to my old friend, Mr. Aoshi Shinomori tomorrow and meet my future bride, Misao Makimachi."
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Author's notes:
First I want to thank those who have reviewed. Thanks for giving me your point of view of the story and keep doing what you are doing. If you can write your opinions, do so. For I am assessing them and I can use them in improving my story.
Next, I am having a hard time in putting this whole thing together. For that, I am sorry. I am shifting this writing business with my school work and my school organization that I am heading. But don't worry, I'll do my best and I will finish the story. Just bear with me. Sorry, gomennasai, minna-san. By the way, chapter 3 may come late as my midterms are coming soon (Next week). ^-^
Lastly, I think the next chapter will be shorter than the two previous chapters, but that am not sure yet. I have started to write the third chapter and I want to end it in a cliffhanger. It's in the process of revision.
Thanks again and keep on reading..
Chapter 2: Onto the Party
Misao opened her eyes as the first rays of the sunlight hit her room. She focused her eyes on the ceiling when a loud crashing of plates echoed in the air. "What the hell is going on this time?" Misao thought. "It's too early for Okina to invade the kitchen."
Just then a shrill of voices rented the air as two persons began fighting back. "Ah I forgot," Misao contemplated. "The Kenshin-gumi has arrived two days ago. Well, they sure didn't wait to put up havoc."
Misao looked up at the ceiling. As she began to ponder what she has forgotten this day, the realization hit her hard, which caused her to sit up in her bed. "Oh my gosh!!! It's my birthday! Has it been that fast? I can't believe I'm 18."
As she began to put on her daily clothes and fix her bed, Sano's loud voice came from the kitchen. "Can't anyone get a sleep around here? Heck! Back home I have to endure Kaoru's loud voice and persistent wake up call but here its quite unique. You've got plates as a wake up call."
A few seconds later."OOUCCH!!! That hurts Kaoru!!"
Misao laughed. "Sure leave it to Sano to give Kaoru another headache. It's the same old Kenshin-gumi."
Misao left her room and went to the kitchen. As she went down the stairs, she met Kenshin who was bringing up a vase of flowers.
"Happy birthday Misao." Kenshin happily greeted. "Sure feels nice to grow a year older, ne?
"Thanks Kenshin. Yes it does feel nice to be a little older. But it's kind of freaky to think of what I'm going to be and what to do, now that I am supposed to be wiser and act mature."
"Oh, don't think about that. Always be yourself and let the natural flow of life take you. Don't pressure yourself of what will you be. Just remember to do what you want and be what you be. It's nice when you are happy of you who are."
"Yeah...maybe I'll follow that. See you around kenshin. I have to see what happened in the kitchen."
"Oh I don't think you want to see what happened there. They are pretty violent there.'
"Don't worry, its nothing that I can't handle ne? Ja ne!"
A little later as she escaped barely from Omasu's grasp, Misao went to OKina's garden. It's one of the places in the house where she can relax and just wonder the beauty of the garden. As she began to unwind, Misao's thoughts keep on reflecting what she'll be in the future. Will she still be the Okashira? Does she have to take a mate now that she is 18? What if she takes a mate? Will she relinquish the title to her husband? What if her husband does not know how to live the life of a ninja? What will the Oniwanbanshu say? What will AOSHI say?
MIsao sighed as she contemplated at the hard questions. Being the Okashira is not easy. When she took the title it's was just by sheer hatred at Aoshi for betraying the Oni gang at that time. But what now? Can she relinquish the title back to Aoshi? Certainly he deserves it far than her and he is fit for the job. AS she stood up to leave, she noticed a presence somewhere at the back of the garden, at the woods just beyond the garden gates.
Misao sprang into action and she followed the ki of the unknown person. As she jumped over the wall of the garden, she snatched her kunai's and began running. But as she neared the spot, the ki of the intruder suddenly disappeared.
Misao wondered on how the intruder have scented her and have disappeared so fast. As she began to turn back to the Aoiya, Aoshi suddenly appeared.
"What are you doing here Misao?"
"I sensed that someone was watching me at Okina's garden from this location and I decided to check it out. How about you? What are you doing here?"
"I have the same feeling."
"Oh.well I must be going now. See you later at the party Aoshi."
Aoshi just nod and turned away.
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Aoshi was trying to meditate but he can't. His thoughts kept on turning back to Misao. He can't get out of his mind. 'This is not good,' Aoshi thought. 'Sooner or later I'm going to loose my mind.' But his thoughts were bothered as well when he came to the woods and found Misao checking the same person he detected. He didn't mention to Misao that the ki of the person was familiar to him. He had met the person before.along time ago. Who could it be? And what is it doing in the woods checking and spying on Misao.
As the wind blew and a slight breeze hit Aoshi in the face, he looked up in the sky. Dark clouds are gathering, a bad sign. What has Kami-sama has in stored for us?
================+++++++++++++++++================
The man puffed in air into his chest, feeling he had run a thousand miles for this mission. He hadn't expected her reflexes not mention the incoming Aoshi. He is still the best, maybe even better than his boss.
He remembered Shinomori well. He was well-known throughout Japan as a very skill-full ninja. No wonder his boss hated and feared him very much. 'Oh well, might as well go back to the hideout and report the latest information. Not to mention, prepare for tonight's move.'
================***********************++++++++++++++++
It is going to be dark and the party would start soon. Okina know that he needs to get ready but he is not ready to face anyone right now. He is still not accepting that his little Misao is growing up and maybe would marry soon. He knows he has to give her up sooner or later and that has to begin know.
As he began to sip his tea, he reflected all the years Misao spent with them including from the time she was born until what she is today. Misao has truly blossomed not to mention starting to be mature. He knows that she has given up on Aoshi but he still hopes that someday both would realize how they were made for each other.
Okina knows that Aoshi is hesitant because of the age gap but that does not matter in these days. Heck, even in his time, little girls as young as 12 are married for family connections. He just hoped that sooner they would realize their destiny.
A soft tap sounded on the shoji doors followed by the voice of Shiro.
"Okina, Aoshi wants to speak to you. He is in his room"
"He is back already? Where are Omasu and OKon?
"They are with Kaoru in Misao's room. They are preparing her for the party."
"Apparently they are."
As he spoke, he could hear Misao's persistent rejection of wearing a kimono and by the looks of it, she is trying her best in fending off both the elder Oni women. But he knows that Misao would loose soon, as the two women are intent of having Misao wear a kimono.
"I'll be right there Shiro."
While Okina was standing up, he noticed the black clouds gathering outside. He can't help feel the unwanted feeling of trouble. He sighed. "Hmmm. danger is upon is soon."
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Aoshi was sitting in the middle of his room facing the window. He was waiting for Okina to come in. He came home early from the temple because something was bothering him. He can't concentrate on his meditation and he needs the advice of Okina on this matter.
The silent sliding of the doors signaled that Okina has arrived. He could imagine Okina closing the doors and sitting behind him near the wall.
"You call Aoshi?"
"Yes. Today, I can't help but feel that trouble is brewing and will descend upon us soon. What do you think?"
"Yes, I have felt it myself. I can't pinpoint what exactly this is but I know I am not going to like it."
"This morning, Misao was being watched at the garden. We both have felt him and came after him but he was gone when we have arrived. I felt his ki and he is somehow familiar. Very familiar in fact and I am sure I have met him before, maybe a long time ago. Have you heard of active ninja clans these days?"
"NO Aoshi. I am surprised myself of your information. As far as I know, no ninja clan is active for the time being. There is nothing to be worried about."
"I know Okina but I have this sinking feeling that is going to change. And that maybe soon."
"In either case, we all have to be on guard. Misao's birthday is tonight and all will be distracted. But I will tell all the Oni members to be alert. It's better to anticipate than to be surprised. Should we tell Himura'?
"No."
===============---------------------==============
At the dilapidated house at the edge of town, a ninja reported his news. After hearing the report, imposing man stood up and faced his clan members.
"We shall make the first move of the plan tonight. Kumara, take five men with you. Deliver this missive and make sure they will get it. I, for the matter, will pay a visit to my old friend, Mr. Aoshi Shinomori tomorrow and meet my future bride, Misao Makimachi."
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Author's notes:
First I want to thank those who have reviewed. Thanks for giving me your point of view of the story and keep doing what you are doing. If you can write your opinions, do so. For I am assessing them and I can use them in improving my story.
Next, I am having a hard time in putting this whole thing together. For that, I am sorry. I am shifting this writing business with my school work and my school organization that I am heading. But don't worry, I'll do my best and I will finish the story. Just bear with me. Sorry, gomennasai, minna-san. By the way, chapter 3 may come late as my midterms are coming soon (Next week). ^-^
Lastly, I think the next chapter will be shorter than the two previous chapters, but that am not sure yet. I have started to write the third chapter and I want to end it in a cliffhanger. It's in the process of revision.
Thanks again and keep on reading..