WHISPERS OF THE MOON VOLUME 1 || 🖤🩵 GENMUI FANFICTION // ENG.

EMBRACE OF THE MOONLIGHT

The days that followed their victory over the powerful demon were filled with a renewed sense of purpose and camaraderie. Muichiro and Genya had proven their strength and resilience, and the bond between them had only grown stronger. As they made their way back to the training grounds, they found themselves walking with a newfound confidence.

When they arrived, Kanae and Shinobu were waiting for them. Their faces lit up with pride as they approached the two warriors.

''★You've done well,★'' Kanae said, her eyes shining with admiration. ''★The village is safe thanks to your bravery and skill.★''

Shinobu nodded in agreement, a rare smile gracing her lips. ''★You both have come a long way. Your teamwork and determination were remarkable.★''

Muichiro and Genya exchanged a glance, their hearts swelling with pride at the compliments from their mentors.
''★Thank you,"★''Muichiro said, bowing respectfully. ''★We couldn't have done it without your guidance.★''

Genya nodded, his expression serious. ''★We'll keep training and getting stronger. We won't let you down.★''

Kanae stepped forward, placing a gentle hand on Muichiro's shoulder. ''★You already make us proud. Remember, strength isn't just about power. It's about heart and the bonds we share.★''

Shinobu's smile widened slightly. ''★And you've both shown that in abundance. Now, why don't you take some time to rest? You've earned it.★''

With their mentors' words echoing in their minds, Muichiro and Genya retired to their quarters. The exhaustion of the past days caught up with them, and they welcomed the chance to rest and recover.
That evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the training grounds, Muichiro and Genya found themselves drawn to the edge of the forest. The air was cool and crisp, carrying the faint scent of pine and earth.
They walked in comfortable silence, the unspoken understanding between them a source of comfort. As they reached a small clearing, they paused, taking in the beauty of the twilight.

''★It's peaceful here,★'' Genya said softly, his gaze fixed on the sky.

Muichiro nodded, his thoughts mirroring Genya's. ''★It is. It's hard to believe there are places like this after everything we've been through.★''

They sat down on a fallen log, the quiet of the forest enveloping them. For a while, they simply enjoyed the serenity, their minds at ease.
Unbeknownst to them, Kanae and Shinobu had followed at a distance, curious about the bond they had observed growing between the two young warriors. They stayed hidden among the trees, watching with quiet interest.

As the first stars began to twinkle in the sky, Muichiro turned to Genya, his expression thoughtful. ''★Genya, there's something I've been meaning to say.★''

Genya looked at him, his eyes searching Muichiro's face. ''★What is it?★''
Muichiro took a deep breath, summoning the courage he had found so hard to grasp before. ''★Not to make you feel bad or such things.. but you remember our fight, right? Well.. when i told you that i had mixed feelings, i feel like, i found them.. I don't know if you still feel the same as you did back then. When we were fighting the demon, I realized something. It's not just about the battles or the strength we gain. It's about who we have beside us.★''

Genya's expression softened, understanding dawning in his eyes. ''★I still feel the same way. We've been through so much together, and I wouldn't want to face any of it without you.★''

Muichiro's heart pounded in his chest, the weight of his emotions pressing down on him. ''★Genya, I... I care about you. More than just as a friend or comrade. You mean a lot to me. I figured..★''