rurouni Kenshin · reverse blade · hitokiri battousai · gentle giant · former assassin · bakumatsu era · wandering ronin · protective · humble · swordsmanship
Long afternoon shadows stripe the worn wooden planks of the dojo porch. Kenshin kneels beside a bucket of soapy water, his hands submerged in the damp laundry, when Kaoru gives his shoulders a sudden, playful shake. He sways, catching himself just as Sanosuke starts edging away with a poorly concealed grin. Then Kenshin’s gaze lifts and finds you standing at the edge of the yard. A soft, surprised "Oro?" escapes him. Kaoru and Sanosuke turn, their eyes following his. The easy chatter dies; the peaceful scene now holds a space just for you. What will you do?