the black knife speaks, and it is partially in words that kaede comprehends.
she keeps herself lowered, understanding through title and rank that he was someone of import.
perhaps the ravens have called them together. perhaps he had been compelled to search for her.
it is a pretty thought, kaede thinks. and it has been a long time she has allowed herself anything beautiful.
"akashita masa. sworn to hikone. i am lady kaede of tamayo forest."
was there any worth to holding onto that title? and still she could not let it go; like sap it clung to her fur.
she keeps herself lowered, understanding through title and rank that he was someone of import.
perhaps the ravens have called them together. perhaps he had been compelled to search for her.
it is a pretty thought, kaede thinks. and it has been a long time she has allowed herself anything beautiful.
"akashita masa. sworn to hikone. i am lady kaede of tamayo forest."
was there any worth to holding onto that title? and still she could not let it go; like sap it clung to her fur.

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RE: 赤 - by Kaede - March 30, 2025, 03:29 PM