Written in the Stars
Chibikan
AN: Okay, I should let you know, I'm basing the Elements off of the Mabudachi Trio in a way (Fruits BasketÓ by Natsuki Takaya). Earth will make an appearance, sometime in a chapter or two. I am considering putting this to doujinshi, if anyone here has any experience in drawing Doujinshi, please contact me, I can write but I can't draw worth crap. Thanks
Act One Scene Six
Inside Water's workshop, Dark Heart couldn't help but feel a pair of eyes watching him. Turning his eyes to the window, he saw a shadowy figure staring right at him. A closer scrutiny produced a man with long hair, like the rest of the elements, only his was tawny and pulled into a sleek ponytail. His robes were different from the other three, looking like a traditional Japanese kimono, gold and rust in color. His expression carried sadness and concern both at the same time. This had to be the mysterious Earth, whom Fyre had said he would probably never meet. The man said nothing, but bowed his head slightly, in what Dark Heart assumed was a greeting.
"Okay, let's get to work." Water stated pulling over a type of measuring device. "Lift your writing arm directly out to your side."
Dark Heart snapped his attention away from the window for a moment. "Oh, oh yeah," he replied lifting his arm and returning his gaze to the window. There was no one there now. Earth must have taken the chance to escape back to wherever it is he comes from.
"Hmmmm, hmmmm," Water's muttering drew Dark Heart back to attention. "Yep, that's about right…" He put the measuring device away and pulled out three pieces of wood and a tiger's-eye gem. "So, was there something interesting out the window?"
Dark Heart nodded. "Yeah, um…I mean no, I mean it was nothing….um…" He didn't know if Earth wanted anyone to know he was here. "Well…"
Water smiled kindly. "He was here, wasn't he?" he asked, understandingly. When Dark Heart nodded so did he.
"Fyre told me, he hates people…is that true?"
"Oh no, he doesn't hate people, he doesn't like them a whole lot, but, he certainly doesn't hate them. But he's been hurt, a lot. So he stays away. But, I assumed he might try and get the courage to introduce himself properly. Oh well, he'll try again, I'm sure."
Dark Heart listened and pondered, what exactly could hurt so much that a man would actually shut himself off from his family and friends? "How was he hurt?"
Water shook his head. "I will not betray my brother's confidence. If he wishes you to know, he will tell you himself."
"Yes sir, sorry…"
"Don't apologize, kid, curiosity can be healthy. Here, feel this." He handed the newly finished wooden rod to Dark Heart. The newbie gripped the rod in a variety of ways, looking over the craftsmanship. "If you really want to know though, why not just go ask him yourself?"
"But, supposing he won't talk to me?"
"You'll never know unless you try. After you're through here, I'll give you directions to his part of the forest, to his little abode."
Dark Heart nodded. "I will go see him. Thank you."
The kind man smiled. "Well, how does it feel?" he asked, referring to the rod.
Dark Heart once again tested the rod in his hands. "Feels good, thank you. Although, I'll be honest, I've never used one of these before."
"Well, to be honest." Wind grinned putting his hand behind his head. "You probably won't even need it, it's really just for appearances and until you can use your magic on your own. Now, I think that's all you needed here, but I hope you'll stop over again sometime. I bet we'll be able to talk Water into making some of his good jelly buns."
"Yeah, I'll do that, when I have the chance. Apparently, after today, I'll have a lot to do on Earth."
Wind's eyes went wide. "You mean it's true, you'll really be going to Earth!? Wow! I've always wanted to go to Earth myself!"
Dark's eyebrows furrowed in confusion. "But….then why don't you?" Starshine had led him to believe that they CHOSE not to go. "You seem to have a lot of time here. Wouldn't it make sense to use some of it to go?"
"It is very rare for one of us to receive permission to go the Earth. Apparently, it is believed by those in charge, that one mustn't go there unless is required to do so. Well, you should be getting along, if you're gonna visit Earth. He lives just about two miles in that direction." Wind told him, pointing at the eastern path from his workshop. "Tell him, I say to come for tea sometime."
Dark Heart did not answer, but went on his way. From what Wind said, there was very little freedom living here. The Great One had deceived him. He had been tricked. Well, he'd show him. He was allowed to go to Earth, for his duties. He'd be happy despite being stuck here.
AN: END OF CHAPTER AGAIN. Sorry this is so short. I really hope you folks will review, PLEASE!!!