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Strong in appearance, Fragile at heart
by Karmic Curse
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Special Thanks: These are the people who reviewed for chapter 5, the full list in the next chapter. To Shy-Lil-Dreamer - Not sure about the pronouncing part but I could find out for you. Hope this chapter (so long) will satisfy your hunger. PippinJupiter - Here's the update. SweetLilMedy - Well I got a longer chapter for you, hope you enjoy this chapter as well. dragonhrt - Thanks for the compliment, enjoy this one as well. moonstorm - Hope this is long enough, but I did update like once a month. RuByMoOn17 - This one might be confusing but bear with me. T.L.Y.Y. - Since you waited so long, here's a really long chapter hyper*italian*gurl - I'm glad you like you so much, hope you still like it. Mistress of Ice1 - Here's another long chapter, can I get chocolate now?
Disclaimer: Magic Knights Rayearth does not belong to me, if I did then I would be celebrate or die from just coming up with the idea of Clef. However, Ignatius, Glyndwr and Odin do belong to me.
Chapter Five: Their test, their love
Because you saved my soul
you came along and took me out of the night time
yeah you saved my soul
taught me to fly...
and i gave my heart
and babe it's something that there's just no returning
because if I have you now I'll never have to make it alone
-- You saved my soul Burton Cummings
"Hikaru" The red hair girl looked around slowly, but all she saw was darkness. "Who's there?" Suddenly torches along stone wall was lit and the flames danced. Beneath her was crimson carpet and intricate design on a lion with rubies with golden torch holders. "Welcome Knight of Rayearth to my domain." Hikaru turned toward the front and her eyes widen.
"My dear Fuu" Fuu turned around in a circle and sighs. Fuu watched as suddenly light flood through the room. A gentle breeze went around Fuu and she turned to the curtains. It was see through with complicated images of a phoenix with wings spread open. The wall was marble white. There was a dark green carpet in the middle headed toward the front. "Where are you?" Fuu's question was carried by the wind. "Look at the front" Fuu slowly walked a few steps forward and gasp.
"Umi, oh Umi" The Donnor of Selece growls under her breath and walked through a slow opening from the caves. She gasp a little bit and walk down the make shift stairs in the cave. Little spring pools with water was reflected onto the cave walls. Umi touched the walls softly, it was shimmering with turquoise gems in it. Along the cave walls were engravements of a dragon. "Hello? Is anyone here?" Umi listened to her voice being echoed back and forth. "My dear, I'm here" Umi walked slowly toward the sound of water and her hands went to cover her mouth in surprise.
Hikaru felt her throat tighten as she made her way to the front. In front of her was a stone altar with rubies around the sides. Small rubies made a picture of Rayearth, his legs out as if running. Fire was surrounding all sides of the altar, as if to protect the person inside. Hikaru reached her hand to touch the fire. It swirled around her fingers and it crept up her hand, into the Gem of Morganna. The fire disappeared and Hikaru was left staring at the girl.
Fuu walked softly to the basket with emeralds woven in. She watched in amazement at the wind circling around the basket. Reaching a hand to touch it, she gasp in surprise as the wind swirled around her gem, the Gem of Morganna. It seeped in and Fuu watched shocked at the coma like woman placed before her.
Umi took a hesitant step before taking another step forward to the woman sleeping peacefully on a white marble casket, mini fountains surround the casket. A gentle waterfall in the background gave the sound of the roaring waves from the vast blue ocean. An invisible barrier rippled as she reacher her hand out to touch it. Umi stood frozen in place as the water snaked up her arm to her Gem of Morganna. Umi blinked in surprise as the barrier vanished in a spray of mist, leaving the sleeping beauty vulnerable.
"Hikaru, donnor of Rayearth, Magic Knight of Fire. What business do you have in Fiammetta's home?" The confused knight looked over her shoulders to spot Ignatius leaning onto the stone pillars. "I have come to set her free." Hikaru's tone was shaken but it rang with the fiery spirit only the Magic Knight of Rayearth could possess. Ignatius gave a chilling chuckle and unsheathe his sword. "You must beat me first."
"Fuu, donnor of Windam, Magic Knight of Wind. What concerns you so much for you to visit Anemone's palace?" Fuu slowly turned around and allowed a soft smile on her face. "I was told that I was suppose to awaken her." Odin gave a carefree shrug and point his flute threatening her. "To awaken her highness, you must first past my test." Fuu's smile turned upside down.
"Umi, donnor of Selece, Magic Knight of Water. To what honor do I hold for your visit to Ava's domain?" Umi turned around and growled. "I have come to free my Soul Goddess. It's really none of your concern Glyndwr." The handsome guardian stepped out of the shadows, his staff held in a fighting position. "You must get pass me." Umi frowns as her hand went to reach for her sword to only find empty air.
Hikaru gave a squeal as Ignatius charged at her with a sword ready to attack. Hikaru simply stood her ground and closed her eyes. Placing a hand forward, a barrier separated her and her attacker. Ignatius smiled a bit before placing his forward too. The barrier of fire that once danced dangerously swirled around his hand and vanished in a puff of smoke. Hikaru gasp and suddenly a tingle ran through her.
Fuu's eyes widen as Odin started to play his flute. Turning to run, she found herself immobile. Odin stopped playing and took a bow out. Fuu closed her eyes in concentration as a power surge through her, thin bonds made by Odin's wind broke as wind from Fuu shattered it. Fuu moved her hands and quickly got out of the way as an arrow whizzed by. A shiver started from her hand and coursed through her.
Umi let out another annoyed growl and step side as the staff was swung down. Umi looked confuse as he closed his eyes and started to enchant. Umi gasp as snake like formed by water gripped onto her wrist. "I don't want to hurt you, but I must protect the Goddess even if it means killing my love." Umi looked onto the guardian with frustration. "For the last time, I'm not you're love!" The snake grip broke free and vaporate into mist. Umi choke back a scream as a shock hummed through her soul.
A ring of fire appeared beneath Hikaru, she being in the middle. Before she had a chance to scream, fire sprang from the ring. It acted as a veil covering her. Ignatius tried to slice through but he was thrown back. He cursed under his breath but then looked up slowly as a figure emerged from the flames. Her deep amber hair was braided and it fell to her knees. Her eyes were glowing with a fiery spirit and on her hand was a red staff. On top of the staff was a ruby sphere, surrounded by topaz and pink diamonds. The ruby sphere was on top of a golden holder attached to the staff. It was in a shape of a lion's paw. On her feet were red sandals with some rubies in it. The short red dress had an attached train that trailed behind her as she walked out of the flames. "Ignatius, my guardian. You have done your job but its time for me to go and aid Cephiro. You are welcome to stay or join the Knight of Rayearth." Ignatius nods and bowed. "I wish to accompany the Donnor of Rayearth." The goddess nods and Hikaru's eyes closed as the Gem of Morganna glowed. He quickly leapt and caught Hikaru.
Odin took a step back as a gust of wind surrounded Fuu. He raised his flute to play again but stopped as she walked out. Her blond hair was in waves, touching the floor. Her emerald eyes glowed with power as green slippers walked slowly toward Odin. In her hand was a brown staff, emeralds were molded into the top of the staff. A golden holder resembling a bird's claw was grasping an emerald sphere. Her light green dress was a halter top, leaving her back bare. The bottom of the dress was diagonally cut, leaving one side of her legs showing. "My dearest Odin, you have fulfill your job and I now give you a choice. You may come with us or stay behind." The blond guardian looked confuse. "Us?" The majestic woman laughed, "She is I and I am her. We are one." Odin made a sweeping bow and smiled, "With the goddess I shall be." The gem on her hand shined a bit and collapsed into Odin's arms.
Water snaked up Umi's arm and pulled her into the waterfall. Glyndwr made a step forward but stopped as a form rose from beneath the waters, behind the waterfall. The silhouette figure walked through the waterfall and toward the dazed guardian. He gasp upon seeing silky blue hair, wet from the waters. It fell down to her waist softly. Her sapphire eyes shined from beneath dark lashes. A sleeve less silky blue dress that clung onto her curves moved with every step she took. The dress was tight at the knees and then flared out, touching the floor. See through blue sleeves were tied at the elbow, flaring out and touching her finger tips. In her hand was a thin blue staff, a golden holder was attached to it in shape of a dragon's claw. It held a turquoise sphere with diamonds and sapphire encrust on top of the sphere. "Glyndwr, my Glyndwr." The young guardian looked up and smiled a bit. "Umi?" The blue goddess shook her head, "Umi is part of me and I'm part of her. I give you a choice, either stay in my domain where you're safe or leave with me to help Cephiro." Glyndwr kneeled on one knee and looked at the goddess in front of him with adoring eyes. "I will go wherever my love tells me to go." Umi's Gem of Morganna glittered and fell into Glyndwr's arms.
In a dark garden, deep in Cephiro, behind the Master Mage's chambers, a tiny light glowed. The light grew behind stone fingers, bits of pebbles falling and the rock starting to crack. The vines lost its grip and fell in a useless pile beneath her feet. The dimly lit symbol upon her forehead shined a bit more. Just a bit more, a bit more and I'll achieve my revenge. Umi...
"Umi? My love, are you okay?" The water knight opened her eyes slowly, a shade of endless blue was in her view and she struggled to sit up. "You're in my chambers, tell me Umi, how are you feeling?" Umi glared slightly at the protective guardian and nods slowly, "I'm okay, I better be going." Before she could get out of the bed, strong arms wrapped itself around her. "I miss you so much my love, my Umi." The blue hair girl sighs and lifted Glyndwr's face into view. "Why do you keep calling me your love when I barely know you? What did you mean when I was your past lover?" The water guardian laughed at the young girl's questions. "You were always so curious to your surroundings. Let me show you our past and hopefully our future."
Flashback
Laughter ran through the peaceful forest and echoed to the never ending blue sea. A young girl in a soft blue dress ran through the forest, her cerulean eyes looking behind her every now and then. The smile on her ivory face was breath taking and her luscious blue hair flowed behind her with every step she took. A light cloak in white floated behind her as she dodged between trees. "You're much too slow my dear, I'll be out of your grasp in a mere second at your speed." A handsome boy with pure white hair chased happily at the girl before him. His deep blue eyes showed mirth as his smile widen each time she look back at him. His navy blue cloak swept behind him as he tried to catch his alluring prey. Finally with an excited yell he leapt onto the young woman, tackling her onto the soft green grass. "What was it you say love? I caught you my Umi." Umi laughed from beneath him and leaned up into a gentle kiss. "Come, lets enjoy the sunset my dearest Glyndwr." Glyndwr gave a chuckle and got to his feet with the help of Umi. Wrapping his arms around her from behind, he rested his chin on her shoulders, sighing in content. "I wish all days are like this." The blue haired girl merely smiled and leaned into his hold.
"Why papa? I wish to be with him and I shall have no other!" Her voice rang with defiance and her eyes sparked with suppressed rage. Lord Ryuuzaki spun around in a fit of anger and disbelief. "Why?! What more do you want? He is a commoner and we are royalty my foolish one. We never had an attachment with the lower class and we won't start now! You are to marry either another lord or prince; this is finally." The young maiden watched with silent sorrow, her father leaving the room; instructing the guards to make sure she stays in the room. Her eyes wondered to the glass window and weakly smiled at the warmth. How she long to be in his arms once more, carefree instead of the caged animal feeling she has now. With a stubborn mind and a determined decision she began to pack necessaries silently. Tonight she will escape from the world she was born to - to the world she will live in after.
Seven months later
"Her lady must be careful, your body is weak from the traveling and has not experienced such hardship before. You should rest and not work your body too hard. However you should be careful of the weather, it would be terrible if you were to catch a cold." Blue eyes sparkle with thanks and bowed, "Thank you" The old man smiled back and bowed, "It's a pleasure milady - remember to be careful."
Strong muscular arms wrapped itself around her waist, startling her from the thoughts in her mind. "What did the healer say?" Umi smiled and laughed at the affection nuzzle on her neck. "Nothing, just exhaustion." Glyndwr sighs and turned her around. "Umi" The name alone made his heart pound and it made him wonder how a royalty woman, no a goddess like her would ever love him - a commoner. "Don't hide anything from me, I can't afford to lose you. You're my world, my everything." She smiled and hugged him closer to her, his warmth being the magnet. "You won't lose me, you'll always have me Glyndwr." She held back a shiver from the suddenly cold harsh wind and stared at the sun disappearing in the horizon. It's nothing, no need to get him worried. She let out a quiet sigh, It'll go away, the cold will go away. At least thats what she wished.
A year later
Dawn crept its fingers into the little cottage, waking up the sleeping form on the bed. The frosting white sheets slid down and revealed creamy flesh, perfectly in shape. Suppressing a yawn, he turned to the side, expecting his blue angel; instead he found emptiness. In confusion he draped a robe on and walked out of the bedroom. "Umi?" Upon receiving no answer, he opened the double glass doors and headed outside, not prepared for the sight before him. "Umi!" Adrenaline pumping, he rushed to a bundle of blue silk and limbs. Lifting her up slowly he cradled his angel lightly. "Umi? Answer me love, are you okay?" Umi opened her eyes slowly as if in pain at doing so, "Glyndwr, I'm so sorry." A crystal tear dripped down her glossy blue eyes. Glyndwr choke back a sob and hugged her tighter, not wanting to believe that his goddess was leaving him. He knew that she was sick for some time but he had thought that she would be better soon.
"It's all my fault! I should have brought you to the healer once more, I'm so sorry love." Umi cried a bit and reached a pale hand to caress his cheek, wet with tears. "It's not your fault Glyndwr, stop blaming yourself. I should have told you when I didn't feel well. At least I lived the days of my life carefree and in love." Ocean eyes met sparkling cerulean and a vow of love was exchanged, not finding the need for words. "Don't leave Umi, I can't live without you." Umi gave a teary smile and snuggled closer to her lover's embrace, "You will live on without me Glyndwr because I want you to." Glyndwr looked at Umi's glowing face, even near death she is beautiful. "Do you remember how we met?" Umi laughed and whispered, her eyes in a dazed trance. "I was riding in that damn white horse I love so much, but I had gotten lost. It ended by the rivers and I was crying, I was so scared. And then-" "And then you spotted me in the waters playing. I saw you too, I swear it was love at first sight for me. Your beautiful hair as curtains, framing your breath taking face. Your sapphire eyes gleamed at me innocently with tears, you were an angel."
Umi laughed, "I don't think I sound like the angel you describe me as, but we were unseparable after that. Running away together, living in a beautiful home with you. Remember me Glyndwr." The white hair boy's expression changed to one of horror as he realized that his love's life was slipping from his fingers and there wasn't anything he could do to prevent it. "Promise me that you'll love me always and you'll find me." The dying girl nods and embraced him tightly, the last embrace. Leaning her face up till it was met in their last kiss, Glyndwr held onto her tightly as her grip loosen and faded. "I love you Umi."
End of Flashback
"No! I don't have any recognition of you!" Umi stared in confusion, her past was from Cephiro? Glyndwr snuggled closer and sighs in content. "Not only is your past rooted to Cephiro but so is your friends' past."
Hikaru opened her eyes to find red velvet curtains surrounding her. Pushing herself to her elbows, she took a look around. Stone floors and torches along the wall gave off an eerie atmosphere but the fireplace gave a cozy warm feeling. "So you're awake Hikaru?" Turning to the source, Hikaru smiled shyly at the penetrating gaze Ignatius was emitting. "Why am I here?" Hikaru's voice echoed through the room and bounced back at her. "Do you want to understand your past life?" Before she could answer, she was pulled into the past.
Flashback
The noise from the market place was tremendous and it could be heard from miles away. A young girl with vibrant red hair tied in a braid with a Burgundy ribbon laughed happily with the maid walking alongside. "Miss Hikaru, are you sure that it's wise to talk without the guards? What will your father say?" The girl, Hikaru merely laugh, "He will allow me my freedom! Come, let's race!" Before the maid could comment, Hikaru had already ran forth. "MY lady!" Grasping the simple yellow kimono she ran to catch up with the bundle of energy, better known as her Lady. Hikaru looked back at the crowd and tried to seek her maid, unaware of the speeding carriage coming at her. Finally getting through the crowd, she sighs as she spotted Hikaru. Her expression swiftly changed to horror as she saw the carriage heading toward the red haired girl. "Watch out Milady!" Hikaru looked confuse at her maid's expression but turned around and gasp at the uncontrollable carriage headed toward her. Closing her eyes, expecting pain, she felt a pair of arms carry her to safety. Opening her ruby eyes, she stare in awe at the amber eyes that looked back at her.
"Milady, are you alright?" Hikaru nods and blushed, remembering that she was still in the stranger's arms. Quickly getting to her feet she bowed. "My name's Hikaru, thank you for saving me." The amber eyed stranger merely smirked before walking away. Walking a few steps forward, Hikaru yelled out to him. "Wait! You didn't tell me your name." Her question went unanswered as he continued to walk away.
Five Months Later
"But Daddy I don't want to go to the party!" Hikaru tried whining but it failed when the door closed behind her. "Milady come dress now. Maybe you'll find your husband in the crowd." The maid, Tampopo gazed dreamily for a second before shoving a red dress into Hikaru's arms. "Here, dress into this." Hikaru slipped into the dress that seems to be made for her. It was deep crimson with gold linings, it flared out at her waist. The dress was one shouldered and the sleeve attached ended at her elbow with lace fringe. "You look stunning Milady!" Hikaru pushed her wavy red hair from her view and crossed her arms in annoyance. "I still don't want to go." Before the maid could reply, a knock on the door interrupted them. "Your escort has arrived Miss Hikaru."
The party had just begun and already she found it boring. "No one I'm acquaintance with is here. Looking at the room once more, she gasped. Leaning on one of the marble pillars was the amber eyed stranger. Quickly making her way to him, she found his gaze upon the dance floor. With a bold smile she tapped him on the shoulders. She smiled at the shocked expression but frowned a bit as what seemed to be a mask slipped over his face. "Would you like to dance?" He looked the other way, seemingly ignoring her presence. She gave a sigh and turned to walk away only to have a hand pull her to him onto the dance floor. "You didn't tell me your name." The guy merely growled before muttering a single word. "Ignatius" They had talked, or rather only Hikaru talked the whole night until his departure. "Good bye Ignatius." Hikaru's eyes shined beneath the starry night and her eyes widen when Ignatius leaned forward. He brushed his lips to hers and disappeared into his carriage.
Three Months Later
"Hikaru my daughter, Ignatius has asked for your hand in marriage, what do you say?" They had been together for three months and Hikaru smiled with giddiness at the thought of marrying Ignatius. "I agree father." Two weeks later that were married, pronounced Lady and Lord of the lands. Together they shall rule, until that fateful day.
One Month Later
"How is she?" Ignatius's voice held nothing but concern for his wife as she lied in her bed. "Her lady has contracted a plague that has killed thousands, there is no cure." Ignatius made a mad dash toward her room and he closed the door softly behind her. "Ignatius" Her once cheerful voice that were full of energy was now rasp and soft. "Yes Hikaru?" His voice broke at the thought of never seeing his wife again, the mere thought was painful but to experience it will most likely kill him. "Please don't hold any sorrow for me after I'm gone. No regrets Ignatius, only cheerful memories and happy thoughts of us being together. Grief will tear you up inside and I wish not to see you suffer that." His grip tighten around her shaking hands and moved it to brush his cheek. "How can I do such thing Hikaru? You taught me everything about life but in reality, you are my life. If you are to die how am I to live on? I beg you to stay with me, I will find a way." His eyes closed with determination; if there's a will - there's a way.
Hikaru shook her head softly, her auburn hair dull. "Let me go - free me. You're making me suffer Ignatius, you must understand that death is part of the experience in life. I accept it without regret because life gave me a chance with you. So please allow me to die knowing that you let me go without any anger or hatred." She opened her hands and held onto his cheek, caressing it with tenderness. "Grief briefly but then move on. Open your feelings and thoughts to the world; holding it inside will only kill you." Lord Ignatius could only stare in despair but nodded. "Then go my Hikaru, free yourself from the pain and remember me." Her eyes ignite with a brief look of life and longing. "I will never forget you Ignatius." Her crimson eyes closed forever, a smile etch in her face for all times. "I love you Hikaru." His soft muffled cries echoed in the large mansion, expressing his sorrow and pain in every tear.
End of Flashback
"But - but that's not possible! I'm from Earth remember?!" Her eyes opened in disbelief and his carefree shrug did nothing to calm her. "I guess fate has a funny way of bringing to lovers together." She groan in confusion, "What about Lantis?" Ignatius's eyes blazed with envy, "Who's Lantis?"
Soft melodies made its way to Fuu's ear as she opened her eyes to observe her current location. "No need to question, you're at my home." She turned to the blond guardian walking in from the balcony, his flute in hand. "Let me show you what my brothers are showing your companions." Before she could protest, a veil fell over her, bringing her to the past.
Flashback
"Anxious paces echoed through the halls as painful screams controverse the heel clicking. Finally with one more scream, another sound was heard - a baby's cry. The oak doors open to reveal a maid holding a bundle in her hand. "Your majesty! The queen has given birth to a girl!" He rushed quickly to the maid's side and held the newborn closely. "I shall name you Fuu."
Five years later
"To bring the countries together I have decided to betroth her to the Prince Odin." King Hououji stated, his back toward the Queen. "Does she agree to being married to someone she doesn't know?" The king sighs, "My dear, she is only five! What does she know of love? Only we are able to make a right decision for her." Queen Hououji sighs and looked up as the little princess walked in as graceful a five year old princess could be. "Good afternoon father, mother." The king gestured for her to stand up from the curtsey she made. "Your mother and I had come to a decision that you are to be betroth to Prince Odin." The little princess looked up in confusion, "Does that mean I get a companion father?" The beautiful queen laughed and nods. "In a way it's like that, but you'll be married." Fuu simply laughed, "If you want mother, I just want a companion."
Eleven years later
"Presenting her majesty and her highness, King and Queen Hououji with princess Fuu." Fuu smiled shyly at the sudden attention, her golden tress flowing behind her with every graceful step she took. Looking around the room she found no one interesting to talk to but she didn't voice out her opinion. Tonight's the night that you'll meet your soon to be husband. I hope he's somewhat interesting to talk to. She was jolted back into reality with a gentle nudge from her mother, "Presenting his majesty and highness, King and Queen Silvanus accompanied by Prince Odin." Her heart pounded faster as the servant opened the doors to reveal two elegantly dressed royalties. As they descended the stairs, she locked eyes with stunning green eyes that held her gaze much longer than intended. His silver like blond hair was groomed to the point of being silk and she took in his soothing smile.
"Your majesty, your highness" His voice was a firm but yet tender sound that she found fitting to his character. Rising from his bow he took her hand into his and kissed it, lingering a bit. "This must be my wife to be, the lovely Princess Fuu." Her face radiated with heat at the intense look from his eyes. "Come, let's get to know each other more." She followed mutely with him, her thoughts in a jumble heap.
Six months later
"I pronounce you King and Queen." Cheers rose from every corner and the newly wed couples smiled at the support from their fellow civilians. That night they spent it in joy and carefree, everyone was invited to the joining of two countries.
Ten months later
Shouts of pain and screams stabbed at King Odin's heart, his nervous pacing wearing down the carpet floor. A maid opened the door, slipping out with a bucket of water in her hand. He reached out to stop her, surprising her at his anxious. "How is her highness? Why is the baby early?" The maid gave a frighten bow and quickly scrambled to fetch more water. "I'm sorry your majesty but I don't know." He cursed under his breath and resumed his pacing. Suddenly the screams stopped and the maids all rushed out, the door opened. They carried heaps of blankets and towels stained with her blood. "What's going on? Where's the baby?" The maids gave a sob and he pushed her out of the way - making his way to their bed chambers. "Fuu?" He peeked in to reveal everyone crying, his Fuu lying on the bed lifeless. The higher class maid walked slowly (or to him it seemed like it) towards him, a bundle all wrapped up in his arms. "I'm so sorry your majesty, the little prince wasn't able to make it." She softly placed the bundle into his shaking arms, tears already sprouting in his eyes.
"And her highness?"
The maid gave a louder cry and shook her head, "Her highness is too weak from the birth, she won't be able to make it." Quickly he made to Fuu's side, his hand searching for the sweaty palm under the blankets. Tired emerald eyes opened with a weak smile adorning her face, "Where's my baby Odin? How is he?" He gave a watery smile and showed the baby in his arm, mesmerising the features. "Rest my dear, you'll be alright." His eyes widen in shock as she shook her head. "Stop denying the fact Odin, I can feel myself already leaving. I'm not going to be here much longer. Remember me, live life to the fullest and please don't waste your tears my love." Tears fell from his eyes in rivers, unable to stop. "Find a way back to me okay love?" Fuu laughed gently, "I promise." Her eyes gently shut and her lips curved into a smile. Leaning down, he placed a soft kiss upon her pale lips. "Aishiteru Fuu"
End of Flashback
"That - that was me!" Surprise and possibly confusion was laced in her tone, her eyes showing shock. "Yes, that was you. I miss you Fuu but it seems like you fulfilled your promise after a thousand years." She didn't react as he pulled her into a gentle hug. "You came back."