Epilogue: Silvery Moon
(Dedicated to Sorenson for her wonderful support and for writing the amazing stories that inspired this humble little one)
"What do you regret?"
He traced the night sky with one single finger, connecting each brilliant pinpoint of light to another, interweaving their lives. Threads of many colors sprang up behind his finger, they surrounded the moon but never touched it, and his eyes seemed to shift colors as he stared up at the gorgeous sky. The epitome of beauty and grace embodied in one single instant, in one movement.
"I love how I live - fully and completely. What is there to regret?"
A teasing smile traced his lips; he wasn't supposed to be here, he was supposed to be across the country, bending over backwards for his duty. But he felt no inclination to move from his spot atop the grassy hill, he felt alive for the first time in months and he wasn't about to let that slip from his grasp. The world lay flung around him in carefree abandonment but all he focused on was the sky that was entertaining his eyes.
"Absolutely nothing"
He was a bundle of light, straining at the seams of its confinement; every smile let a burst of light out onto the world. He had the fantasy of dancing around the hill, to a song filled with tradition and joy, it was times like these he felt as if he could live forever, with the wonderful breeze playing through his locks of hair and tugging at the edge of his kimono.
It was a dark, warm brown silk that clung to him with smoothness he wasn't used to, a delicate pattern of pink sakura blossoms etched its way up his thigh and across his stomach. The obi was a darker brown with just the hint of shimmering pink if the light hit it just right.
"As it should be"
He wore a dark blue kimono that slid coolly over his skin, making it shine with a mysterious light. Blue's of all colors were twisted and formed a sea that was barely contained by the expansion of cloth. The obi was a dark; deep color almost a midnight black, with the softest, translucent light blue atop of it.
The dark hair had not been tied back in its usual low ponytail, instead it had been let to tumble freely down his back and play in the wind. Now it rested quietly around his face, framing the dark eyes and delicate features.
Their darling had been married a scant few hours earlier; it had been a small wedding only the couples closet friends and family. But it had been beautiful and elegant even in it's simplicity. A few minutes ago they had snuck off with her, promising to the reluctant groom that she would return soon, they had come out here and simply lay.
In those few moments, they had celebrated their friendship, their team, and their lives. It was the end of them as a whole, as a three, but it was the beginning of so much more, for all of them. Soon she had bid them a melancholy farewell and had disappeared into the shadowed forest, her white kimono echoing behind her.
It was sad, in the way that all children are sad when they realize they are no longer children. They were no longer the innocent, oblivious people they were so used to being, they had partners that depended on them and relied on them for love and support. It wasn't the best feeling in the world, but it was a good feeling.
"Was it easy for you?"
The silence stayed a few moments's as he mused over the question in his mind. Memories of all he had been, all he had become, and all that he could have been, played softly in the background of his mind. Realizations dawned on him in those few seconds, inspirations, and acceptance of everything that had been done.
"No"
One hand came to clasp the other and they lay silently on the hill, the silvery moon embracing them in its soft rays.
~@~
Goodbye to my childhood
Goodbye to my innocence
Goodbye to my hate
Goodbye to my suffering
And hello to you
~@~
***
After four weird and angsty false starts this is what I finally came up with, while listening to Celtic music I might add. Wow, it's hard to believe I started this story nine days ago, has it really been that fast? Even though it's been a short time, I feel my skills as a writer has grown, comparing this epilogue to my first chapter, I truly see a difference, one that I am happy to acknowledge and accept.
It's truly thanks to all my reviewers that I finished this story so quickly. You guys have helped this poor little girl feel so good about her writing and talent that I wish I could give you all a huge hug. Thank you so much for being a wonderful and supporting audience and I hope to see ya'll again soon!
*huggles jo* I swear we must think alike, you would not believe some of the angsty and horrorific stuff I was writing for this epilogue, I finally had to bang my head against the desk a couple times and pull my act together. Believe me I was crying and that was only from imagining! ^_~
Aww it's all thanks to you firskey that I didn't make this sad (hopefully)! When I read your review I realized it would wreck the story if I changed it from waffyness to horrorness. Thanks for reading my story it is greatly appreciated.
Sorenson! *glomps* I was going to update really soon even if you hadn't bribed me! *grins* But now that you did, I expect to see those chapters soon! *Giggles* See? Sasuke came back!
You deserve it so much Watermelon Gal! You made me laugh and continue on when I felt like I didn't want to write! You are a great person who I hopefully can become good friends with even if it's only over reviews. ^^
Once again you guys are the most wonderful batch of people I have come in contact with thanks for joining me on this short little ride^^
(Dedicated to Sorenson for her wonderful support and for writing the amazing stories that inspired this humble little one)
"What do you regret?"
He traced the night sky with one single finger, connecting each brilliant pinpoint of light to another, interweaving their lives. Threads of many colors sprang up behind his finger, they surrounded the moon but never touched it, and his eyes seemed to shift colors as he stared up at the gorgeous sky. The epitome of beauty and grace embodied in one single instant, in one movement.
"I love how I live - fully and completely. What is there to regret?"
A teasing smile traced his lips; he wasn't supposed to be here, he was supposed to be across the country, bending over backwards for his duty. But he felt no inclination to move from his spot atop the grassy hill, he felt alive for the first time in months and he wasn't about to let that slip from his grasp. The world lay flung around him in carefree abandonment but all he focused on was the sky that was entertaining his eyes.
"Absolutely nothing"
He was a bundle of light, straining at the seams of its confinement; every smile let a burst of light out onto the world. He had the fantasy of dancing around the hill, to a song filled with tradition and joy, it was times like these he felt as if he could live forever, with the wonderful breeze playing through his locks of hair and tugging at the edge of his kimono.
It was a dark, warm brown silk that clung to him with smoothness he wasn't used to, a delicate pattern of pink sakura blossoms etched its way up his thigh and across his stomach. The obi was a darker brown with just the hint of shimmering pink if the light hit it just right.
"As it should be"
He wore a dark blue kimono that slid coolly over his skin, making it shine with a mysterious light. Blue's of all colors were twisted and formed a sea that was barely contained by the expansion of cloth. The obi was a dark; deep color almost a midnight black, with the softest, translucent light blue atop of it.
The dark hair had not been tied back in its usual low ponytail, instead it had been let to tumble freely down his back and play in the wind. Now it rested quietly around his face, framing the dark eyes and delicate features.
Their darling had been married a scant few hours earlier; it had been a small wedding only the couples closet friends and family. But it had been beautiful and elegant even in it's simplicity. A few minutes ago they had snuck off with her, promising to the reluctant groom that she would return soon, they had come out here and simply lay.
In those few moments, they had celebrated their friendship, their team, and their lives. It was the end of them as a whole, as a three, but it was the beginning of so much more, for all of them. Soon she had bid them a melancholy farewell and had disappeared into the shadowed forest, her white kimono echoing behind her.
It was sad, in the way that all children are sad when they realize they are no longer children. They were no longer the innocent, oblivious people they were so used to being, they had partners that depended on them and relied on them for love and support. It wasn't the best feeling in the world, but it was a good feeling.
"Was it easy for you?"
The silence stayed a few moments's as he mused over the question in his mind. Memories of all he had been, all he had become, and all that he could have been, played softly in the background of his mind. Realizations dawned on him in those few seconds, inspirations, and acceptance of everything that had been done.
"No"
One hand came to clasp the other and they lay silently on the hill, the silvery moon embracing them in its soft rays.
~@~
Goodbye to my childhood
Goodbye to my innocence
Goodbye to my hate
Goodbye to my suffering
And hello to you
~@~
***
After four weird and angsty false starts this is what I finally came up with, while listening to Celtic music I might add. Wow, it's hard to believe I started this story nine days ago, has it really been that fast? Even though it's been a short time, I feel my skills as a writer has grown, comparing this epilogue to my first chapter, I truly see a difference, one that I am happy to acknowledge and accept.
It's truly thanks to all my reviewers that I finished this story so quickly. You guys have helped this poor little girl feel so good about her writing and talent that I wish I could give you all a huge hug. Thank you so much for being a wonderful and supporting audience and I hope to see ya'll again soon!
*huggles jo* I swear we must think alike, you would not believe some of the angsty and horrorific stuff I was writing for this epilogue, I finally had to bang my head against the desk a couple times and pull my act together. Believe me I was crying and that was only from imagining! ^_~
Aww it's all thanks to you firskey that I didn't make this sad (hopefully)! When I read your review I realized it would wreck the story if I changed it from waffyness to horrorness. Thanks for reading my story it is greatly appreciated.
Sorenson! *glomps* I was going to update really soon even if you hadn't bribed me! *grins* But now that you did, I expect to see those chapters soon! *Giggles* See? Sasuke came back!
You deserve it so much Watermelon Gal! You made me laugh and continue on when I felt like I didn't want to write! You are a great person who I hopefully can become good friends with even if it's only over reviews. ^^
Once again you guys are the most wonderful batch of people I have come in contact with thanks for joining me on this short little ride^^