I must now take leaf from Ritsu's book: SORRY! PLEASE FORGIVE ME FOR TAKING SO LONG!
Anyway, onto the show!
Disclaimer: No I don't own it!
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Chapter 4: Snakes and Silks
ting The door opened and closed, the little bell signalling business. Ayame bounded out to see what fantasies he could possibly be fulfilling today. He was both surprised and joyous to see Shigure and another young man in his humble (hah!) shop. "Why Gure, what a wonderful surprise to see you here! And who is this?" he questioned, looking the young man over. "This, Aya, is your newest project!" Shigure smiled, tilting Ritsu's head up so that his identity could dawn upon Ayame. A shocked gasp escaped the dressmakers' mouth as he realised that this was the same person who had idolised him for a long time. "Ritsu my dear boy, have you finally decided to take the step into masculinity? Wonderful, of course it makes sense for you to bring him to me, I am the best after all! And I always enjoy a challenge! Now come with me, and I will make a man out of you!". Ritsu had not the time to respond before he was dragged into the dressing room, and into the second stage of this yet to be realised path to destiny.
Shigure was sitting on a sofa, reading a magazine that had all those fantasy costumes that the store provided. After a particularly long time of staring at some maid dresses, Shigure looked up to see Ayame looking particularly pleased with himself. "Shigure, it was no easy task, but I have turned our little monkey boy into a proud Sohma man, in the clothes department at least. Come know, show off your new look!" Ayame yelled to a bunch of curtains, which concealed said monkey boy. After a few moments, Ritsu stepped out, his head bent down at a 90-degree angle, unable to stand proud. This however did not shield his new clothes.
He was wearing black, long pants, so you could see his long legs for a change. A violet-tinged, long sleeve business shirt hung over his belt, and a black tie was adorned around his neck. As it was cold outside, he wore over those things a dark-brown, knee-length coat (like Yuki's navy-blue one he wears, but longer!). He wore normal, black shoes on his feet. He resembled a successful businessman.
"Aya, you have done it again!" Shigure sung out, impressed by the difference these clothes made. "I know I'm brilliant!" Aya said, wind blowing through his hair.
As Shigure and an unusually red Ritsu left the shop, Shigure got the feeling Ritsu had something on his mind, but couldn't get it out. "Is there something you wanted to ask Ri?" He asked, curious of his strange silence. "Um…do you really think girls will like me now?" he questioned quickly, turning away from Shigure. "Well, yes, but we have a few more things to do yet, my dear Ri, but there is hope for you yet! Why do you ask?" Shigure asked, sly suspicion in his voice. "Um, no reason!" He said quickly, looking at the sky, avoiding Shigure's knowing smile.
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