Title: The Trials of Living
Word Length: 109
Rating: PG at the most
Squicks: Only if angsty thoughts aren't your thing
Character: Enju

She placed the last of her creations into the fire and brushed her hair from her eyes. Looking over her shoulder she wasn't surprised to see a Shinidamachuu staring at her.

It slightly unnerved her the way it seemed to stare into her eyes and know everything she was feeling. Taking a deep breath, she accepted the soul from the creature. Closing her eyes, she could feel the small tendrils of life rejuvenate her body. A lone tear escaped as the feeling began to wane.

Steadying herself, she wiped the tear away and began to concentrate once more on her creations. She had a promise to keep, after all.