An Obligation (Open)

[Tsubasa Jiyuu]

[atrb=cellpadding,0,true][atrb=border,0,true][atrb=cellspacing,0,true][atrb=rules,none][atrb=valign,top][atrb=style,width:400px;background:#eee;border-radius:30px 0 30px 0;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;,true][atrb=style,padding-top:15px;][atrb=align,center][style=display:inline-block;border:2px solid #ebebeb;height:85px;width:85px;margin:0 1px;][/style][style=display:inline-block;border:2px solid #ebebeb;height:85px;width:85px;margin:0 1px;][/style][style=display:inline-block;border:2px solid #ebebeb;height:85px;width:85px;margin:0 1px;][/style][style=display:inline-block;border:2px solid #ebebeb;height:85px;width:85px;margin:0 1px;][/style] [style=margin:0 20px;padding:0 10px 5px;font:13pt georgia;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.2em;border-bottom:2px solid #bbb;color:#ccc;text-shadow:#ddd 1px 1px 1px;]Donec gravida[/style][style=margin:0 19px;font:8pt helvetica;text-align:justify;line-height:99%;padding:5px 10px;background:#e6e6e6;border-radius:0 0 20px 0;border:1px solid #ebebeb;border-top:0;color:#959595]The sun was beaming downward above on Jiyuu’s head, only sweat from his brows. Even more so, on the chore he was doing, carrying some water on a pole. Why he did this was because it was one his duties to bring new fresh water by his own back as an attendant to the Shrine. It was strictly tradition, but a tiresome one at that. However, Jiyuu’s exhausted expression says it all on his back to the Shrine. Step, by each working step, he tried to make his way back to the Shrine. He hated doing this, but he just can’t simply say no to them, his parents were getting old and his body was young to a lot of work. It didn’t seem fair to complain on that part, though he didn’t like it as much. He also tried putting his mind off the thought, that he may do this for the rest of life. Jiyuu, seriously didn’t want to confine into this place, he needs more, much more. It was greedy of him, yes, but everyone wants something. Once he had finally reached his destination of the shrine, he poured the water on the small pool that represents Suijin, a deity of water. Jiyuu was pretty that the weight was off his and shoulders, and in some kind of silver lining, he thought he should make a simple prayer here. It wouldn’t too much of a hassle, it was always wishing for. A simple praying stance and his eye lids closed, he said his prayer in thought. “Please, just someone answer this. Just I dunno, make my life better? No, that’s not it. Hm…dammit, this is confusing. I…can’t think of anything-“ It was here that his thought pattern was broken, and said quiet, yet a simple grunt of frustration. Jiyuu then scratched his and wondered why he even did that in the first place. Ah, the twist and turns in a teenage youth, how complicated this always is.[/style][style=margin:5px 20px;font:7pt helvetica;text-align:justify;text-transform:uppercase;color:#ccc;line-height:99%;padding:5px 10px;text-shadow:#ddd 1px 1px 1px;]words 329   tags Openess!   notes "Darn you Sun!"   credit table made by greyson of ote[/style]

[Haruka, Mizuki]

It was hot, really hot. Why did she have to be out with her grandmother on such a hot day? Mizuki sighed softly as she walked down the side walk with her grandmother. Her grandmother was so... lack luster. She was small, delicate and had the face of an aged gym teacher. It was sharp and tight, even the wrinkles didn't sag much. Obviously her grandmother had been very fit as a young woman. She had been raised in a strict house hold as well. In fact, she was wearing a kimono right now, and Mizuki had been forced into one as well. Something in her grandmother's mind would not allow her to visit a shrine unless she wore one.

When they arrived at the shrine, her grandmother handed her basket filled with Lilies from their garden pond and a small black box. "Go pay heed to the god," she instructed her granddaughter. Mizuki nodded solemnly as she turned and headed down toward the dock that held the shrine. Her grandmother would probably spend the afternoon speaking to the shrine's owners while Mizuki would be left to visit the shrine. They did this every time Mizuki had a break. It was getting tiresome.

As she approached the shrine, Mizuki looked at the young boy who was praying. She didn't say anything, only knelt in front of the altar. Placing the basket in front of her, she began to take out the flowers and lily pads her grandmother had given her. Apparently her family had done this for the shrine for centuries, and now that Mizuki was... well, the only young woman in the family, it was her chore.

Mizuki placed an incense onto the plate in front of the pool and lit it. She got onto her knees and ducked her head down, placing both her hands at the top of her head in an elegant and formal bow. When she sat back up, Mizuki reached into the basket and pulled out the small black box. She opened it and took the rolled up paper money from it. The money was placed in the offering box, along with five coins Mizuki fished from the bottom of the box.

After that was done, she brought both hands together and bowed her head softly, praying to the god. All while doing this, she was very conscious of the boy. She hoped he wouldn't pay much heed to the bandages wrapped across her neck.

[Tsubasa Jiyuu]

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[Tachibana Kyo]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=cellpadding,0,true][atrb=cellspacing,0,true][atrb=style, width: 400px; border-bottom: 6px solid #2b2b2b; background-color: #80596e; -moz-border-radius: 35 20 0 0px; border-radius: 35 20 0 0px; text-align: center;,true] ♕ WE'RE TAKING CONTROL we get what we want, we do what you don't, dirt and glitter cover the floor, we're pretty and sick, we're young and we're bored Kyosuke was once again off duty. Well he had enough sick days piled up that they were begging him to take days off. In those days off Kyousuke often visited this shrine or the bar but that was always for later y'know! Now it was a hot day, a really freaking hot day but Kyo was persistent and he just had to make it up those stairs man. Like seriously though, out of all the days why today? It was a hit and miss kind of thing that had Kyo facepalming at the thought. Anyhow Kyo was known around these parts for not only snarking but for often meditating here and beating the living crap out of unfortunate soul who accepted his challenge. Ah yes the Tachibana challenge. Currently Kyosuke possessed a pair of Kendo sticks in a guitar case like bag on his back. Interesting enough, Kyo hasn't been beaten yet because most the people who accept are either weak or wusses. Kyo had to laugh at that thought as he approached the top of stairs wiping the sweat from his forehead. Hmm? It wasn't often to see teens visiting this place except for that ONE time Kyo had to chase and tackle one here. That counts as a visit right? He was praying while he was being cuffed so it should count! Going on now he began a walk with a smile on his face with his police shield dangling on his neck. He didn't need it but it was sort of a good luck charm. Once he reached the two he'd bow to the shrine. He'd pay his full respects later. "Interesting to find young people here." Still smiling. It should be noted that even at 26 Kyo looks at least 18. notes:: Clannad style GOGOGO words:: 000 tagged:: Jiyuu and Mizuki

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[Haruka, Mizuki]

Mizuki put her hands down slowly, laying them over her knees. Great, now that she had done all that stuff, she would have to wait until her grandmother came to get her. Goodness knows that Mizuki would never go to her grandmother and friends by her own will. The moment Mizuki would step through those doors her grandmother and her friends would probably start picking and pulling at her, trying to make her attractive for a husband. She would never hear the end of it! So, yes, she stayed at the shrine, sitting properly, staring at the water.

Her ears twitched as she heard the boy who had been there when she arrived speak. Mizuki looked up, blinking. What should she do? The doctor said she wasn't suppose to talk! Her eyes shifted to the ground, as if trying to avoid talking to him. That would probably seem rude. She looked back up to him, opening her mouth as if to speak, but no sound came out. Instead, she pointed to the bandages around her throat, hoping he'd take is a signal that she couldn't speak at the moment.

Just as an awkward silence descended onto the pair, another voice broke through the quiet. It was an older man. Mizuki could recognize him as a detective. Was he one of the ones who were called to her home after the attacks? Or did she meet him after when being interviewed? She couldn't really remember. A majority of the policemen had been.. well, just black faces under bright lights.

She smiled softly at him, waving lightly. Mizuki hoped he was involved enough in police work to at least know why she couldn't reply to him vocally. Her eyes landed on the case that the detective was carrying on his back. Was that the one carrying the infamous Tachibana challenge? Mizuki beamed as she stood up, dusting off her pink kimono. She pointed at the case with one hand, making a sword swinging motion with the other, as if asking what was in the case.

[Tsubasa Jiyuu]

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[Tachibana Kyo]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=cellpadding,0,true][atrb=cellspacing,0,true][atrb=style, width: 400px; border-bottom: 6px solid #2b2b2b; background-color: #80596e; -moz-border-radius: 35 20 0 0px; border-radius: 35 20 0 0px; text-align: center;,true] ♕ WE'RE TAKING CONTROL we get what we want, we do what you don't, dirt and glitter cover the floor, we're pretty and sick, we're young and we're bored Err Hachibana? Kyo couldn't do much more than laugh. Though what interested Kyosuke more was the girl. She had a bandage on her throat which made him think back to that very case. They were so close yet so damn far! If only...ugh Kyo knew it wasn't exactly his fault but he did still blame himself a bit. Still it was funny to see her here on such a hot day at that. Kyo had his obligations to keep by coming her daily and by the sword swinging motion the girl made he knew exactly what she was talking about. This once again brought that captivating grin of his to his face. "Umm that would be Detective Kyosuke Tachibana but please just call me Kyo, I prefer that. If you want to add Detective in front of that then I wont mind at all." Kyo said. Currently he was taking the 'guitar case' off of his back and he placed to to the floor. There was a loud sound when the bag hit the floor. It was the equivalent of drum sticks hitting each other. Completely focusing on the case he'd unzip it fully opening the case showing the Kendo sticks. He wondered if the girl wanted to take him on which probably would be taking into objection of the young man but who cares. Taking one out he'd hold it up before slowly bringing back in front of him holding it with two hands. "Something tells me you wan't to take me on in this infamous Tachibana Challenge, you ever used a kendo stick?" Kyo said turning his focus towards the girl. "I wonder if this guy has enough balls to step in for her. But even then I'll still kick his ass one way or another. Holding back never gets anyone anywhere now a days anyhow." notes::Kibun Jou Jou words:: 000 tagged:: Jiyuu and Mizuki

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