Bound by Fate - SaneGiyuu

Chapter one - A Heavenly Assignment

In a world where the sky was always a brilliant mix of gold and blue, two angels kept watch over a mystical mirror. Giyuu Tomioka and Shinobu Kocho had been partners for centuries, tasked with observing the human world. Their wings shimmered with a light that marked their divine purpose.

The mirror they guarded wasn't just any mirror; it was ancient and infused with celestial magic, showing not just the physical world but the emotions, hopes, and dreams of the people below. Giyuu, with his quiet demeanor and intense focus, often found himself absorbed by the stories unfolding before him. Every day, his curiosity about humanity grew, sparking something deep within him.

"Why do you spend so much time watching them?" Shinobu's voice broke the silence, tinged with a mix of curiosity and frustration. She stood next to him, her eyes reflecting both concern and disapproval.

Without turning away from the mirror, Giyuu replied, "There's something about their lives—their struggles, their fleeting moments of joy—that fascinates me. I wonder what it would be like to experience life as they do, with all its flaws and uncertainties."

Shinobu sighed, her wings fluttering slightly. "You're an angel, Giyuu. We're here to protect and guide, not to wish for a life that isn't ours. Your obsession with humanity is distracting and unprofessional."

"But don't you ever wonder?" Giyuu asked, finally looking at her. "Don't you ever feel curious about their world? Their emotions? Their experiences? Love?"

Shinobu shook her head firmly. "No, Giyuu. We belong to the heavens. Our purpose doesn't include indulging in fantasies about the mortal world."

Giyuu turned back to the mirror, a wistful smile on his face as he watched a young couple share a moment of laughter. "Maybe you're right," he said softly. "But I can't help the way I feel. Their lives call to me in a way I can't ignore."

Shinobu observed him, concern flickering across her face. She knew Giyuu's interest in humanity wasn't just a passing fancy. It was a deep longing, a desire to connect with a world he could never truly be part of. Though she didn't share his fascination, she couldn't deny the sincerity of his feelings.

Giyuu had once been a part of that world—though he didn't remember it. But Shinobu did.

When Giyuu became an angel after his death, his memories were erased. Shinobu had expected that he might still feel some connection to humanity, but she never imagined how utterly clueless and airheaded he could be about it.

Despite how much he frustrated her, Shinobu considered Giyuu a good friend. As much as she wanted to shake some sense into him, she chose not to. Instead, she placed a gentle hand on his shoulder. "Just remember, Giyuu, our duty comes first. The mortal world isn't ours to experience. We must stay vigilant and focused."

Giyuu nodded, though his gaze lingered on the mirror. He knew deep down that his fascination with humanity was more than just curiosity—it was a calling he couldn't ignore, one that might eventually make him question everything about his existence.

In the celestial realm, where time flowed differently and the lines between worlds were thin, the angels kept their vigil. While Shinobu remained steadfast in her duty, Giyuu's heart grew more and more drawn to the idea of bridging the gap between the divine and the mortal.

Shinobu frowned, determined to show Giyuu that his romanticized view of humanity was flawed, that there was darkness and ugliness he had yet to see.

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One evening, under the cover of twilight, Shinobu led Giyuu to a hidden pathway that connected their celestial realm to the mortal world. They descended, cloaked in human forms, into the midst of a gritty cityscape. The air was thick with the smell of rain and the hum of life—a stark contrast to their serene heavenly home. Shinobu's mission was clear: she wanted to show Giyuu the harsher side of humanity.