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It was the year of 859AD….
Horses galloped the region as the woman in a very familiar white Gi and red hakama with a straw hat, focused on the dirt path which led to their plans. They were known for strength and strategies. They were feared by the corrupted Government himself and the small villagers who were placed in deep Mountains and open fields. Most important of all… they grew more powerful with their mysterious leader that lead to rule the very city, Hinata.
The Government was also feared by villagers, it was all so obvious. His greedy ways and selfish power brought nothing more but fear to the towns' people and mysterious plans lurks in the abyss while
''They'' try take over the Government and rule Hinata for themselves and start a much better destiny…but… the legend of the two lovers… on two different paths and on two different sides… begins with… a lonely man wandering across the dirt path which lead to his destiny...
A man no older than 19, stared out to the setting sun with his dark brown hair flowing in the wind. His long hair was tied, yet dragged behind his back; the tied hair was half of his spine to be exact. His clothes were a form of a dark blue Gi and wooden sandals that were finely carved. He was neither rich nor poor… but he still had money in his pocket. While he continued to stared, he spotted a small town near where the sun set. An everso smirk crept near his lips, as he gazed throughout the town that was neither so large yet neither so small.
He walked gracefully towards a cart which held a bar. He stayed silently seated until he ordered several cups of Sake. His eyes narrowed towards the two other men whom were frantically chatting away. One looked pudgy and the other looked very thin.
''Have you heard?'' whispered the pudgy one. ''It looks like The Shemnrai Ryu are growing much more powerful!'' They even may attack Kyoto next!''
The thin one finished his cup of sake and harshly slams its bottom and let out a sigh, from the delicious taste of sake. ''of course you fat idiot… who knows… they might take over all Japan!''
The pudgy one let out a frightening gasp, ''nonsense!'' They can't be that powerful… can they?''
The thin one laughed rapidly and wavered his hand at the pudgy one, ''you may never know… those Government lap dogs might take care of them but I doubt the future of Hinata will become a great one for us…, he sighed, ''but whomever wins… we lose!''
The pudgy one nodded, ''hnnn… so true… so true.''
They both drank their sake… slowly gulping its addicting taste and in a matter of time they both slammed their cups harshly with a gasp of its taste. When the man continued to drink his Sake calmly, the two unusual men looked awkwardly at him, giving a slight nudge at each other, encouraging one of other to speak to the mysterious stranger. Finally, the thin one took bravery and spoke.
''Hey there stranger never seen you around here… what are ya doing in a town like this?''
The man narrowed his eyes and gave a friendly smile, ''just because we never seen each other in several years, doesn't mean that you have to forget about me… Shirai… Haitani.''
Both of the buffoons widened their eyes, ''Keitaro?!''
He gave a slight nod but he closed his eyes from the sake, ''the question is… what are you two perverted idiots doing over here?'' Trying to find some girls and get into their skirts?''
Haitani and Shirai shrugged, ''we tried… but all the chicks here are all… well… playing hard to get.''
Keitaro gave a short chuckle, ''no surprise… this always happen… even back in our old town.'' Especially… when one of you slept with a man.''
Haitani shrieked, ''hey man!'' That dude looked like a woman, he even dressed like one!''
Shirai laughed hysterically, ''sure he did…''
Haitani was left with a choice of strangling Shirai, Keitaro only ignored and took a sip of his sake. ''Idiots,'' he muttered under his breath. Keitaro Urashima thought he would find her here. Find her… so that they could live a happy life with one another. That was the promise… a promise made years and years ago. If only he could enjoy the little things in life… just with her. If only… if only… he could remember her name. But… there was another purpose he is here.
''Hey Keitaro… you seem a little different.., ya know… what happen to the klutzy you?'' said Haitani growing curious by the eye.
Keitaro laughed… in fact… he laughed very hard, ''what are you two talking about?'' All I wanted was some peace and quite… but that doesn't mean that I'm some kind of other guy… I mean come on!''
The two both looked at each other than at Keitaro. A grin appeared on their faces, ''same ol' Keitaro Urashima!'' Shirai slapped Keitaro on his back which lead Keitaro to spit out his sake. Keitaro quickly wiped his mouth with his long sleeve Gi.
Keitaro grew bored of his friends, ''look you two…I'm going to need to find a place… okay?''
Shirai cocked his eyebrow, ''where?'' The pleasing area?''
Keitaro smiled, ''If I wanted pleasure… I would abandon you two on the spot.''
The two laughed while Keitaro was ready to leave with his old duffle bag hitting his back. Suddenly, something made Keitaro stop. It even made Shirai and Haitani stared in awe. A woman… pleasantly riding her horse, petting it everso gently and calmly. She looked so beautiful… yet so untouchable. Her coal black her glided in the wind's direction. The pale skin that represent the soft snow, smeared perfectly. Her white Gi and red Hakama also looked attractive and new.
As she galloped slowly, she passed by Shirai… than Haitani. Soon… when their eyes met. Time stopped. Keitaro looked at her and she looked at him. For some reason… for some strange reason… an everso smirk appeared on the woman's face. When time, finally catched up to him, he blushed from her appearance. So graceful and steady… so untouchable and bold… yet so… mysterious and appealing to the eye. He wondered what her eyes looked like… the shades of her straw hat looked very mysterious… so arousing.
''That was some fine woman…'' drooled Haitani.
''Yeah… oh how I would love to get in her pants…'' sighed Shirai dreamily.
''Ha!'' Your fatass would crush that beautiful woman!'' laughed Haitani.
Keitaro rolled his eyes while he peacefully walked away, looking for a place to stay. When he found what was pleasing to the eye he heard a short scream. He turned frantically at the scream and ran near the attention.
''Shut up girl!'' I ain't paying you anything if you don't let me touch…''
Another scream came from the frighten girl, she was slapped harshly from the offender, than he looked towards Keitaro whom was shock. The man smiled, ''don't want to cause a scene in this dark area… you might get yourself hurt.''
Keitaro only frowned in disgust, ''why pick on that girl when there are other beautiful woman out there?''
The man licked his lips, ''I like it nice and young… and this 13- year old… will do just fine.'' Her parents gave me a fair price since they were so poor and all.'' He let out a cruel laugh, ''you're a man right?'' don't you want to please your woman… that you can just keep humping?''
Keitaro chuckled, ''your disgusting.'' Let her go… or die.''
The man. He stood tall, he was bald and ugly to be simple and he wore only a simple Gi… pretty big for his size. ''A wimpy guy like you?'' Don't make me laugh.''
Keitaro chuckled. When he chuckled… that was when the legend began. His hands swiftly reached something under his Gi. A swift weapon shot at the Man's throat. He staggered and breathe heavily, while the girl cried and ran for Keitaro.
''A—a – dagger… wait of minute… your… one of the Gover---'' the man choked… the poison in the dagger instantly killed him. Keitaro turned to the frighten girl, ''are you okay?''
She nodded and held him tight, ''thank you!''
Keitaro smiled, ''my I have your name?''
''It's… it's… Shinobu Maehara,'' she sniffed.
He hugged her lightly, ''say… who was that guy?''
''… he's the bandit that killed my parents… and took me away just a few hours ago.'' She cried heavily.
Keitaro gasped, ''I'm sorry… I didn't mean…''
''I have no where else to go…'' she whispered.
Keitaro smiled, not ever wanting to do this. This wasn't part of his plan… but he had a soft heart. ''Hey… Shinobu…'' he whispered softly near her ear. ''how bout… traveling with me?''
Shinobu widened her eyes, ''really???''
Keitaro nodded, ''yeah!'' I mean… I do have money… and well were going to travel around Hinata… will that be okay?''
Shinobu nodded hard as a blush crept to her face, ''oh… I didn't get your name.''
Keitaro scratched his head, ''it's Keitaro Urashima…''
''Thank you Urashima-sempai!'' cried Shinobu.
At that very moment… when they decided to leave… Keitaro could have sworn he was being watched from afar. He ignored it for a while and finally found a place for Shinobu and him.
''He's one of the Government's lapdogs.''
''Are you sure?''
''We need to assassinate him… get our revenge.''
''Hold on Su… I've got a plan.''
''Whatever… you say… Sarah-chan.''
How was that? I know, I know! Are you mad at me for not introducing Motoko properly and made Keitaro and him make-out? Hnnn? Well... I'm mad at myself for not doing that... but hey I tried. Hehe. Anyways... what do you think? Of my 4th story? Oh well... don't worry... Kitsune will come... hahaha...