Monday, August 15, 2005

Lazarus Heart: Found in the mist
*episode 13*

As the mist closes behind the departing group, Kiri turns to Sango. He looks like he is about to speak, but then he does not. She says, “So Miroku was right about you. You really are a…a…” Kiri says, “Yes, I am. I knew he suspected, but I did not think he would come to you this quickly.” Sango says, “Then I suppose he was also right about you keeping me here; forever.” Kiri says, “He was not. You and your friends are free to move on as soon as you are ready. We will tell them now. I hope you will forgive my taking the long way back; we have much to discuss.” Making sure that he is being followed, Kiri heads toward the edge of the mist. Sango takes a position to his right and slightly behind him. After a few minutes of silence, she says, “M’lord…” Stopping to face her, Kiri says, “Don’t, please.” Sango hesitates; he says, “Kiri, I’m Kiri; just like I was before.” Sango says, “But you…you’re a…you didn’t tell me.” Kiri says, “You didn’t ask; and besides, it’s not a great way to start a conversation.” Sango nods; she says, “Miroku thought you wanted me to stay with you.” Kiri smiles, “I would never ask that of you; the world awaits you. But Sango, should you ever grow weary of that world; nothing would bring me more joy than if you came to desire being here, with me.” She says, “But I’m just a human, how could you…how could we…what could there be between us?” He says, “What we are does not matter; who we are does. You are you, and that is more than enough for me.” She says, “You talk of who we are; but we hardly know each other.” Kiri seems sad and amused; he says, “No Sango, you hardly know me; I know you very well. Sango I…it’s hard to find words which will make sense to you. I can see your soul. I see it and it is more beautiful than your near perfect form.” As she has often enough these past few days, Sango turns bright red. “I know you.” he says. “All I ask is that you take the time to get to know me as well. Your journey must continue; but at some point I ask that you return; to lose a few days in the mist. We both know you feel something; promise me that you will explore this feeling when the time is right.” After a pause, Sango nods. The two continue in silence. Eventually, she asks, “So when did you meet Kirara?” He says, “It was more than 200 years ago. She was traveling with a priestess.” Sango nods, having missed the last bit. She says, “I didn’t realize she was that old.” Kiri says, “Demons have long lives; she still has many adventures left before her.” They go further; the god turns to the slayer, “Sango, I want you to understand something; you are may be unsure of what you feel, but I love you. Here…” he says, taking her hand. He pushes it against his chest, “Do you feel my heart?” When she nods, he continues, “Now it beats for you.” With that, he turns from her and the mist parts revealing the shrine.
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