Love's Untimely End

Lost Bonds

A/N Hello!!! another rewritten story!!!

Today, Kunikuzushi found himself engulfed in a cloud of desolation. An overwhelming melancholy settled upon him as he waited in anticipation for hours, yearning for Kazuha's return from his errand. However, the passage of time seemed interminable, and there remained no glimpse or indication of Kazuha's presence.

Kazuha's words echoed in Kunikuzushi's mind, a promise of a brief absence solely to retrieve a gift meant for him. Yet, with each passing hour, a sense of abandonment began to creep into Kunikuzushi's thoughts. Doubts gnawed at his heart, suggesting that Kazuha might have inadvertently forgotten about him. Attempting to alleviate his growing unease, Kunikuzushi sought solace in tending to the garden, hoping to find distraction amidst the blooming petals and verdant foliage. However, even the serene surroundings couldn't fully dispel his worrisome preoccupation.

With the sun descending on the horizon, casting a somber glow across the landscape, Kunikuzushi's spirits plummeted further into the abyss of worry. What if Kazuha had encountered harm on his journey? What if he would never return? The weight of these uncertain thoughts pressed upon Kunikuzushi's heart, shrouding his mind in a veil of anguish and fear.

Just as Kunikuzushi's hope was on the verge of faltering, a symphony of footsteps reached his ears, drawing him from the depths of despair. He remained seated in the garden, displaying unwavering patience as he awaited the arrival of the one he had yearned for. Suddenly, his heart stirred with elation as he caught sight of a figure steadily approaching. Overwhelmed by joy, Kunikuzushi sprang up from his seat and sprinted towards the figure, ready to enfold his long-awaited companion in a warm embrace. However, as he drew nearer, a wave of confusion washed over him. The person before him was not the one he had anticipated; instead, an unfamiliar face stood in their place, a stranger whose presence was entirely unexpected.

"I deeply apologize for the intrusion," the stranger spoke, their gaze sweeping across the garden. "I believed this to be the correct location in search of a particular individual."

Kunikuzushi's heart plummeted, plunging into the depths of profound disappointment. The realization washed over him like an overwhelming tide, intertwining anger and sorrow, knotting together within the tapestry of his emotions. Instead of the anticipated figure, a towering presence loomed before him, casting a daunting shadow over the garden. Kunikuzushi's heart sank further as he recognized the man, a surge of trepidation coursing through his veins.

A calloused hand abruptly clamped tightly over Kunikuzushi's mouth, stifling his startled gasp, while a menacing group of obscure figures closed in on him, their countenances contorted with malevolence. Kunikuzushi fought with unwavering determination, striving to break free from their vice-like hold. However, their grasp proved unyielding, overpowering his every effort. In an instant, a cruel and merciless strike struck him with devastating force, causing his consciousness to fade, as he was forcefully seized and swiftly spirited away into the enveloping veil of the night.

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In the doorway, Kazuha stood, bathed in the warm hues of the setting sun, his gaze fixated upon the canvas of the sky. A gentle smile graced his lips, and a gleam of determination danced in his eyes. With unwavering purpose, he embarked on a quest to discover the quintessential gift, one that would illuminate Kunikuzushi's spirit and fill it with delight. Kazuha meandered through bustling streets, tirelessly scouring every nook and cranny, seeking a treasure that would ignite a radiant glow within Kunikuzushi's heart.