Author's notes: This story is mostly based on the Tekken Anime movie and is set right after Heihachi flew off on a jet plane and the Tekken fighters escaped the island via a submarine. It is also based on Tekken 2 endings of specific characters, as well as a few opening sequences from Tekken Tag Tournament. This fanfic is in Jun Kazama's point of view. Rated NC-17
Disclaimer: Jun Kazama, Kazuya Mishima and all Tekken characters are the property of NAMCO. This is only a fan fiction from the imagination of an obsessed fan. No copyright infringement intended.
Chapter XII: The Promise of Tomorrow
That night, we made love again in the cottage. That one lasted three times longer than any other time we spent in each other's arms. Some time after midnight, Kazuya woke me up with small kisses and asked if he could take me again. I eagerly consented. There was no stopping the call of our flesh. I don't know where Kazuya and I drew the strength to go on, but we managed to make it through 'til dawn. By the time we were finished, I was about ready to die from exhaustion and yet, I never felt so complete...so contented. And when I fell asleep, all I dreamt about was Kazuya...and the moments we shared in the secluded forests of Yakushima.
Something didn't feel right. I tightened my arms around Kazuya but he was too soft. I opened my eyes to find myself hugging nothing but a pillow. Still groggy from sleep, I painstakingly propped myself up with my elbows and turned to the clock. It was a quarter past two in the afternoon. I turned to my side again. Where Kazuya should be, there was only a small envelope. I didn't like this sign.
I sat up, took the envelope and opened it tentatively. Inside, was Kazuya's precious gold locket and a letter. I set the locket aside and unfolded the letter.
Jun,
By the time you read this, I'd have gone far away so please don't come after me. I know, from past experiences, that you would go to the ends of the Earth just to look for me but there are reasons why I had to leave you. I assure you that if I had a choice, I would never leave your side.
You may be confused and maybe even angry, but you have to understand. For the past two days, a lot of things have happened and so much truth was revealed. All these got me to thinking of our future and after much deliberation I realized that there are some things that needed to be taken care of to secure that future.
When my father's mercenaries came for me that day, I almost lost you. Just the thought of losing you appalls me. I can't let that happen again. My father is relentless. He will do anything to hurt me...even if it means dragging innocents like you into the picture. He won't stop until he sees me dead and so, I've decided to confront him one last time. With him gone, we can live free from all anxieties. You may be against it, but I have to do this. I vowed to protect you and I don't intend to go back on that promise.
Today, as I watched you in your sleep, I couldn't help but think how lucky I am to have spent the last several months in your arms. I don't deserve you, Jun. You're too good. Too pure and innocent. I on the other hand, am a creature of darkness. And yet, you welcomed me into your life not with hesitation, loathing and disgust, but with love, kindness and warmth. For that, I am eternally grateful.
For now, I am asking you to keep your lips sealed about me. That way, my father can never trace you. Tell your relatives what you must but just be careful with what you reveal.
I don't know why I can't say it outright. I can't even write it down. Maybe it's because I can't find the words to describe it but I do hope you know how I feel about you.
I promise I'll return to you someday. I may not know when, but I will come back. Until then, please wait for me.
Kazuya
I folded the letter and returned it to the envelope. I grew numb. I didn't know how to react. But strangely, I didn't feel sad. It was as if I had expected this to happen a long time ago. I took the locket and put it around my neck. Then, a bizarre impulse overwhelmed me.
Quickly, I put on a kimono and ran out the house. I made my way through the woods and ran along the path towards the cliff. When I reached that familiar grassy field, it wasn't those dreaded recollections that washed over me. Instead, it was mine and Kazuya's moments that resonated in my mind, filling me with happiness. I rushed to the ravine and stopped by the edge. Putting my hands around my mouth, I began to call out.
"Kazuya! I'll be waiting for you!!! Even if it takes forever, I'll wait for you!!!"
My voice echoed through the mountains. A strong wind blew from behind me, I was sure it carried my message out to my beloved. I smiled and held on to the locket around my neck as my hair danced along with the breeze. But somehow, I felt that Kazuya left me something more than just a necklace to remember him by...
Epilogue