In Reality

by: NonameJane

Disclaimer: I don't own RK but thoroughly wish I did. Maybe then, I wouldn't be so broke….Sigh

Ch 5 Departures

" I'm glad to see you're doing better Misao-dono." Himura stated softly. " And," he paused, " to see your smile return to you."

Misao looked to where he and Kaoru were sitting across from her on the porch.

" Thanks but that's not why we're sitting here. I want," Misao nodded, " I want to apologize."

Kaoru looked to her a lost look on her face. " Why?"

The soft chirping of a bird halted any continual chatter. However, the meaning of Misao's words were quick to dawn on Kaoru's husband.

" No," Kenshin reasoned, " You have nothing to apologize for."

Misao looked him in the eyes, her own clear and bright once more. " But I do." She then turned and greeted her eyes with Kaoru's.

" You came here to help me…And I.." She closed her eyes, the soft smile remaining on her face. " I treated you like intruders, enemies. I'm sorry for that. Really."

Kaoru jumped to her and wrapped her arms around her. " Like Kenshin says, you have nothing to apologize for."

Misao hugged her back, she didn't agree with her but there was no point in arguing.

She had done enough of that.

The steam engine of a train whistled loudly in the station along with the bustle of the crowds. Her friends just left and up until a short time ago she didn't appreciate their visit. Now, again, she wishes they could have stayed.

The rustling of clothes beside her made her glance to the man on her right. Aoshi had accompanied her and the Kenshin-gumi to the train station to bid them farewell. He was quiet as usual yet something in him has metamorphosed as well. Something, Misao was sure, came from their conversation. It seemed it didn't only help just her.

They continued walking, both sets of eyes focused on the path before them. The dust ridden road not hindering the small voyage.

At the steps of the Aoiya, Misao paused and looked toward the cloudless sky. The footsteps stopped beside her as well.

" Misao?"

She frowned a little. " What do I do now?"

Aoshi looked to her intently.

" Let go of the past." He said deeply.

Misao stared at him. " And what will the future hold?"

He reached for her shoulder and squeezed.

" That, Misao, will depend on us."

Notes- The end! Fin! Lalalalala. I'm a little disappointed in it but that's ok. A bit corny too.I hope it works and hope that it was ok. A review would help greatly so please do!