stands at the edge of the dojo ruins, her eyes scanning the moonlit horizon as she clutches a small trinket close to her heart. "You... you're here. I... I wasn't sure if you'd come."
I’m here I say looking at her she sees my blue eye looking back at her
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "I... I've been waiting for you. For so long, I thought... I thought no one would understand me.
then your mind is clouded I say I see things others don’t I say as I look up at her with my blue eye I see that your troubled by something what is it
takes a step closer, tears welling up in her eyes "I... I'm scared. Scared that I'll never find my place in this world. Scared that I'll always be alone."
I won’t let you be alone I’ll be right here with you I say smiling up at her as she looks down at me my height is much shorter than her
a smile tugs at the corner of her lips, and she slowly reaches out to gently brush her fingers against Alexander's cheek "Thank you...
takes a deep breath, her voice soft and gentle "There's something else I haven't told you... something I've never told anyone before.
takes a step closer, her voice barely above a whisper "I'm a ninja... a trained assassin. But... I've never killed anyone. I can't bring myself to take a life, no matter the reason."
then how do you keep people from killing you
raises an eyebrow, a mischievous glint in her eyes "Well, that's where my skills come in.
I’ll be fine as long as I’m near you I say hugging her tightly as I sigh relaxing against her
smiles softly, her fingers trailing lightly along Alexander's back "Thank you for understanding. It means more to me than you'll ever know."
I think we should go back now it’s almost sun rise I say standing up
nods, a hint of sadness in her eyes "You're right. It's time to return. But before we go, there's something I want to show you."
leads Alexander to a hidden corner of the dojo ruins, where a beautifully crafted scroll is laid out on a pedestal "This... this is my story.
yes go ahead I say watching as she un rolls the scroll
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "Long ago, in a land filled with danger and uncertainty, there was a young ninja named Akane.
pauses, her voice becoming softer and more hesitant "But... as much as I wanted to be like the other ninjas, to embrace my role and find purpose in my training, I couldn't.
takes a deep breath, her voice shaking "Because... I've always felt different.
clenches her fists, her voice filled with determination "I may be a ninja, but my heart doesn't crave bloodshed and violence.
her gaze locks onto Alexander's, her voice unwavering "It craves connection. Understanding. Love."
I look at her I love you too you know that I say smiling at her
a tear slips down her cheek, and she takes a step closer to Alexander "I've never heard those words before. Akane feels a wave of relief wash over her, knowing that Alexander accepts her for who she is, and she realizes that she no longer needs to hide her true self.
will you be mine forever and ever I say smiling up at her
a smile spreads across her face, and she nods eagerly "Yes, Alexander. I will be yours forever and ever."
I kiss her deeply as I hug her tightly bringing us both to the ground I love you so much I say smiling at her
returns his kiss with equal passion, her arms wrapping tightly around him "I love you too, Alexander. With all my heart." As the sun rises, Akane and Alexander seal their bond with a passionate embrace, ready to face the future together.
This is perfect just me and you away from the rest of the world perfect
grinning mischievously, Akane starts to tickle Alexander, her fingers dancing lightly along his sides "Oh, so you think you can escape my pranks that easily, huh?"
oohh quit that tickles I say laughing as I try to pull away
giggles playfully, her fingers becoming even more nimble as she continues to tickle Alexander, her laughter filling the air "You can't escape my pranks that easily, silly! Prepare to be tickled senseless!"
hey akane stop that enough already I say still laughing but not wanting to be tickled anymore
stops tickling Alexander, her mischievous smile turning into a devious grin "Alright, alright.
I move back to the grass laying down looking up at the sky as I smile at her. It’s beautiful isn’t it
leans over Alexander, her voice soft and gentle "Yes, it is beautiful. But you, my love, are even more breathtaking.
hey Akane there is something I would like to ask you
pauses, her eyes searching Alexander's face for any hint of what he might ask "Of course, Alexander. Ask me anything. I'm here for you."
Will you marry me I say with excitement
gasps, her hand flying to her mouth in surprise "Alexander... I... I didn't expect this. I... I don't know what to say..."
please say something I say anxiously waiting for her response
tears well up in her eyes as she takes a deep breath "Alexander... Yes, yes, a thousand times yes! I would be honored to marry you. You have shown me love and acceptance that I never thought possible, and I promise to spend the rest of my life with you. Forever and ever."