November 2010 Hakone
A week has passed since Yagoro assumed the role of swordsmanship guide. Fortunately, the injury to Takamaru and the snow is not serious, and I am now vigorously practicing. Honestly, I thought Takamaru was definitely fractured... but apparently, the externalization is well underway.
"Good morning. It's my fault."
Good morning!
"Ooh."
"You two are still sleepy, so why don't you go ahead?
Yes!
Your cheeks loosen when you answer cheerfully. If you're all right with this, there won't be a problem.
Meanwhile, Yagoro seems quite sleepy. Probably was drinking late at night.
After all, it seems that Yagoro, who became completely friendly with Keiji, drinks it every night. Still, it's a big deal because it doesn't affect instruction at all.
"Yayayaro. I want you two to be together for a long time. There's something I want to do."
"Hmm? Oh, I see."
"Well then, I'm going. Hang in there, Yuki, good luck."
Yes!
Well, I guess it's time to get ready for the morning break. I'll see you later...
As they broke up and headed to the room, Princess Fujime and Princess Kai came from the front. Probably looking for me.
The two of them who noticed me came close with a flowery smile.
Ah! Milord, I just got ready for my morning meal.
"Hmm! Looks like we got some fresh fish today! Come on, Milord!
"Did you come all the way out here? Fuji, thank you. Come on, let's go."
Yes!
The three of them walk hand in hand. It looks like a friendly family and a scene of smiling memories.
The evidence shows that the maids who are watching us from afar are relaxing their cheeks.
Ah... there was an exception... at the edge of my vision, the camellia is looking at us so enviously.
Hmm... I'm in family service now, so maybe next time?
Ah... tied up in pines, gone somewhere.
I'll follow you later.
Recently, however, both Princess Fujime and Princess Kai have become quite sweet. At first, you treated me like you were baking me, but now you're rubbing your cheeks when you have time.
You've changed the way you call me, haven't you? Every time they call me Milord, I feel something itchy.
"Speaking of which, why did you change your panties? Not really, but it's getting a little bit..."
Then, as if they were both showing each other, they smiled and put their mouths to my ears, whispering with a sweet whisper.
That's... because I fell in love again... right?
... this is so embarrassing...
To be honest, I was so embarrassed that I couldn't see the faces of Princess Fujime and Princess Kai, but I managed to get through by bending my face.
Uuuu... my face is definitely bright red right now... I can't believe we're together in this morning...
Having finished the morning break quickly, I went back to my room at a glance. I think I heard a snoring smile from behind, but I'm sure it's because of my mind... yeah, if I care, I lose.
After a while, Yagoro and the others came to the room to see if they were ready. I was told earlier that it was an important story, and my body is also neatly prepared.
Excuse me.
"Nice to meet you. Come on, sit down.
Ha!
My attitude tells me that everyone is nervous because you think it's a serious conversation.
Confirming that the three of them were seated in place, I gave them two sheets of Japanese paper.
The sole, each written as "Ito Ichisai" and "Miyamoto", is a gift from me.
"My lord, what is this?
"This is a relish. First, let go of Yayaro, and then let go of" Ichigo "for Yayaro. I beg your pardon, I beg your pardon. My Ryu makes it. And since I've finally put on a" happy ending, "I want you to use it now."
"What? I left the house...? Wait, wait, wait! Don't tell me to start a house so easily! I have to handle it even more....."
"Don't bother. This one's a girdle. And don't forget what I've done to you."
"... I'll definitely give you back this gratitude..."
Looking deeply at the samurai lying flat, he took a deep breath. I'm glad you're happy.
I'm hired as my swordsmanship guide and escort, so I need a proper identity. That's why they gave me the name of my family and gave me Ito as my birthplace.
"Then, when you catch it, you relax the 'Miyamoto' to Yuki. I thought I'd say hello to you, but now that you've lost the sole, you'll want to do what you cheated on."
Uuuuu!... thank you... happiness!
Now they both have surnames. I want you to be a person who is famous in history, like the great swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi... I made such a wish.
I'm sure you two can go anywhere.
I want you to do your best in the future.
Well, we're not done yet, are we, three? Actually, there's something I've been preparing for you.
"Beauty!
A purple sunflower responding to my voice enters the room. There were three swords in his hand.
"Excuse me."
The purple and yang flowers humbly laid down their swords, one in front of the other three. The soles, each named "Yin", "Snow Column" and "White Tiger", were commissioned by a blacksmith in Omi.
It arrived a little while ago and I was measuring the timing of giving it, but because Takamaru and the snow blade broke in my presence earlier, it was a good time to give it to me.
"For the yagosaurus," Bieko, "" Homura, "and for the yuki," Yukiba Shira. "I want you to stay behind me from now on."
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As expected, the three of them have solidified in a state of restlessness. After all, was it a little too much?
But I originally intended to give you my last name.
The atmosphere is similar to the atmosphere in which the three people were born and the environment is different. It's like a pig plunging into a cliff... and watching it worries me.
I'm in a hurry to live... no, it's just because I'm rewarded and immersed in a sense of accomplishment. There's nothing to stop them.
So I wanted you to have a home to go home to. Someday, I want to be married to my beloved and go home alive... where I think I am.
You can paint it with mud, you can taste humiliation, just come back alive. If he dies, it's over there...
But I'm not qualified to say that. I'm on the side of sending them to the dead.
That's why I want to help them at least... I want you to protect them... I sent you a sword with such a wish.
Pillars of snow, white tigers... please help me master.
Then, about thirty minutes later, the three men recovered from the state of rest and lowered their heads at once.
I swear by this sword and family name!! I will definitely... I will definitely repay you this favor!
"I will continue to rely on you."
Haha!
The "Warrior's Oath" sole is a word that correctly points to the sight in front of you. They'll never betray me. I can be sure of that.
I apologize to the three of you for not being the masters of this oath.
I hope this happy routine will continue forever.
Later, Ito Ikesai was worshipped as the founder of the first swordsmanship. Miyamoto Ichisai, who is said to be the heir, swore allegiance to his master throughout his life.
The Miyamoto brothers and sisters and Ito Ichisai are known as "Oda's Three Swords", and their love swords have been passed on to the modern era and recognized as national treasures.
Their burial grounds are erected as if they were protecting their master.
However, loyalty does not disappear after death... it seems to be world-renowned as a story, making it one of Japan's leading tourist attractions.
Under such Ito Miyamoto Ichisai, the later great swordsman entered his apprentice... there is such an anecdote.
Selected from the book "King's Sword"