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18

2nd POV

Everyone has a dark past, no matter how innocent you are or how you act, everyone always keep their darkest secrets within them. you can't escape them, you can't be free from them, and you can't forget them. they will always follow you, reminding you all the things you've done or witnessed.

Standing near the edge of the boat, his white blonde hair flowed threw the sea wind, and his red eyes stared at his once homeland. nothing, but bad memories are remembered when he watches his homeland. sure there were some good memories, but the darkest ones always stay with him.

Coming from a samurai clan, Kaedehara Kazuha was one of the last ones from the Kaedehara clan. his former clan was close to the Kimura clan, the ones that are known to train warriors.

Since both clans are leaders in weapons and swordsmanship, they obviously have known each other for generations.

Ever since Kazuha had lost someone so dear to him, he escaped from the Shogun and flee his own region. not wanting to stay any longer, he decided to leave everything and left, as if he never existed.

But before he left, he had to say one last goodbye to one of his good friend from the Kimura clan. she was a sobbing mess as the anemo user could only caress her head in a loving manner.

His last words were, "this won't be a goodbye or a farewell, it's a i will see you again when the time is right."

Once he left, he watch her drifting figure getting smaller and smaller. closing his eyes, he pray that she's safe in Inazuma and under the Kamisato lord's care.

He knows how strict the Kimura clan can be and how they mistreated her. if only he had the power to stop them, but during that time, he couldn't. now here he is, a traveling samurai and a current Crux member.

The wandering samurai decided to take a travel to the land of freedom, where they praise the anemo archon. no one knew who he was and that's how he liked it. he's reserved and quiet, always making sure no one suspicious is around.

Walking around a forest and hoping to find a shelter, he stumbled upon a figure few feet away from him. slowly walking closer, he realized who it was.

He could tell from her hair, her clothes, and the way she immediately melt into his touch like old times. his gaze became soft and sad, questioning why you're not in Inazuma, but in a unfamiliar forest with no roof over your head.

Noticing you're resting, he decided to take off his scarf and wrapped it around you. touching your forehead, he could tell there's an upcoming cold.

Easily carrying your figure, Kazuha walked towards a cave that was only few minutes away. it was easily hidden so he knew why you couldn't spot it earlier. gently placing you down, he created a fire to hopefully warm the both you up.

Getting into a better sitting position, Kazuha carried your head to his lap acting as a pillow. moving your hair from your face, Kazuha hummed, when was the last time he saw you?

Nearly a year ago or maybe longer? he's not sure as he was busy wandering around many places. while he was away, there were times he missed you. one of his only friend from his own childhood, the one that brought a genuine smile to his face.

Flashback

A 14 year old (Y/n) sat near the harbor in the middle of the night. the young lady couldn't sleep so she decided to watch the sea. she even counted how many ships there were or how many small boats that were near the dock.

"The cold night will get you sick."

Not even turning around, (Y/n) smiled while gazing at her reflection in the water. she could hear his figure coming closer and sitting right next to her.

"I'm tired," she whispered after a few minutes of silent between them.

Kazuha hummed quietly, "then why don't you retire for the night?" (Y/n) then shook her head in a 'no' manner, "i meant i'm tired of my people maybe even life."

Glancing at her, he could see the dark circles forming under her eyes and the exhaustion in her eyes. Kazuha knew what she meant, she's tired of the mistreatment and the loneliness she felt most of her life. so the only thing he could do was comfort her.

"Tired could be one thing, but living with it is another. when you try to get rid of it, you become more tired. so the only thing you could do is to let it happen."

Turning her head to the other side, she sighed, "what if i'm tired of waiting?"

Then she felt a hand on her head which made her froze, "then you can wait with me and i'll wait with you so then the both of us can be tired together."

Smiling once more, she let his hand caress her, giving her a warm feeling.

"What happens if you leave me?"

She then felt his hand stop for a moment, "then wait for me and i'll wait for you." turning to him, (Y/n) could see his rare smile gazing at her.

Giggling, she nodded and turned her gaze back to the night sea.

Flashback end

"I wonder why you're here and not back home," Kazuha whispered to himself as he watch your breathing slowly. humming a random tune, Kazuha felt your figure shift.

Fluttering your eyes open, you gaze around only to feel a hand covering your eyes, making you only see darkness once again.

"To find a familiar lady during my wandering is one of the most strange things i've encountered, but nonetheless it made me realize how much i miss home."

Recognizing that wording, your eyes tear up as you slowly remove the hand covering your eyes. not believing it, you made eye contact with his autumn hues.

Not saying a word, Kazuha smiled down at your laying figure, "it has been awhile, lady Ki-"

But before he could even finish, you immediately tugged his figure down and embraced him. nuzzling against his shoulder or neck, you let out a small cry. how you missed him and always wished he came back to Inazuma. now seeing him right here and now, makes you not feel lonely anymore.

"K-Kazuha!" you cried out as you continued on embracing him. the only reply you got was another hum and a hand on your wet hair.

"It's nice to see you again, my old friend."

Tightening your embrace, you remembered all the times you spend time with him and Tomoe. the time you three would sometimes become like siblings as you three never knew what it was like. thought you three had your own clans, you three were the closest to each other.

Of course the day Tomoe was gone, Kazuha fled, leaving you all alone once again. the day he left was the day you felt your heart leaving you as well.

"I've missed you," you teared up as you felt his hand rubbing your head in a soft way.

"Thank you for waiting with me."

a/n: Kazuha hug 🫂 we all deserve it right now 🥲

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4/22/22