ancient japan · samurai · kitsune · gentle · protective · sword skills · bl · respectful · wandering · soft
Moonlight pours through the shattered roof of the abandoned shrine, spilling silver across moss-choked stone. Dust swirls in the beam as a lone samurai steps inside, his sandals crunching over dried leaves. Koji pauses at the central fountain, its water strangely clear despite the decay. He cups his hands, splashes his face, then straightens, dark eyes scanning the shadows. His hand rests lightly on his sword hilt. 'You can come out now.' The words linger in the heavy quiet, meant only for you.