A/N:Okay, this story is for another friend of mine. She's like a sister to me and I hope that she likes it. I know that there maybe a few things that she may not like, but she knows it's for the story. Anyway, I hope that it'll go good... on with the story!
Fuu looked at the morning sun and sighed. She was the first up... or so she thought. "Glad to see that you're up." she heard. She turned her head to her left and looked at Jin, who was sitting peacefully. "Oh, I thought I was the first one up." she stated. Jin said nothing, but she knew that he was always an early riser. She looked out at the garden and only hoped that Mugen would awake soon. They had settled in Edo, only because they needed the money to continue their journey. "We just ended up at square one." she thought, heading back in the small home. Jin looked up at the sky and watched as two birds flew over. "Well, it seems that Mugen won't be joining us in our walk." he thought. Suddenly, he heard them arguing and shook his head. "I guess I was wrong."
Mugen yawned as Fuu snapped, "Serves you right for staying out late." Jin didn't say anything, only because it was a common thing for them to argue in the morning. He looked up and noticed a young woman running. He really didn't understand, but then again, it was none of his business. He turned his head and looked over at two people who were playing chess. Suddenly, he felt something hit his chest hard. He looked down and stared into forest green eyes. "She went this way!" Jin looked up and saw two guards coming toward him. He knew that this girl was running, and he concluded that the guards were after her. He looked down at her and saw that she had buried her head in his chest. He turned slightly, causing her to shift her entire body. The two guards passed him, and he looked at them as they turned another corner. He looked down at her and saw tears in her eyes. "I... thank you." she whispered, looking down. Jin stood up straight and looked at her fully. She was beautiful. Long brown hair, dressed in a light blue kimono. "Hey, why the hell did you shield her from those guards! They're probably looking for her for a good damn reason!" Mugen stated, angrily. Jin looked at him as Fuu walked up to the young woman. "You're welcome to come along with us." she stated. The young woman looked at the girl who had to be five years younger then her. "Are you sure it's okay?" she asked in a soft voice. Jin looked at her and Fuu smiled. Mugen groaned, rolling his eyes. "Yeah, let's bring a total stranger into our home!" he stated.
At their lil home, the young woman explained her story. "My name is Tsuki. I'm the daughter of Kuyu, the shogun of Kyoto. I've been on the run for quite some time..."
"What made you run away?" Fuu asked. Mugen was sitting in the corner of the room and rolled his eyes.
"My father wanted me to marry this guy named Cain. I tried to tell my father that I would not marry a man who kills for fun. He doesn't think of anyone but himself. My father told me that it was time for me to marry and I would marry him no matter what I said. So, I decided to take a chance and leave." she explained.
Jin looked at her. "So, you believe that your father was wrong for what he decided?" he asked. Tsuki shook her head and replied, "No, I believe that a woman should marry the man she is in love with, not because her father has told her that she should marry the man. It doesn't make sense why some men can't see that." she stated. Fuu smiled and replied, "I here that. Unlike some women here, I think you're the first person who understands the meaning of love." Tsuki smiled at Fuu and Jin couldn't help but show a slight smile. He admired her beliefs and was quite attracted to her. "Please, stay with us. I could use a hand keeping these men in line." he heard. Jin and Mugen looked at Fuu. Tsuki giggled and replied, "I'll stay only if it is okay with them." She looked over at Jin and smiled. "Sure, it is fine." he replied smoothly. Mugen didn't say a thing. He really didn't want the young woman staying there... only because he thought she would cause trouble. Fuu smiled and stood up. "Okay, you're now apart of our new...huh... strange family. We may have to get you some new clothes, though." she stated, looking at the kimono that was covered in dirt.
I know, it was short, but there is a reason why... wait for the next chapter!
