The morning after the memorial ceremony, a somber quiet settled over Mizuno. The streets, though bustling, carried an undercurrent of reflection and grief. Esony, still feeling the weight of his father's loss, walked with his mother, Aiko, toward a secluded part of town where a small memorial dedicated to Arashi stood.
The memorial was a modest stone structure adorned with fresh flowers, and a plaque inscribed with Arashi's name and deeds. Esony approached it with a mix of reverence and sadness. Aiko stood beside him, her gaze fixed on the inscription.
Aiko said, "Your father was a man of great courage and honor. This memorial is a small token of our appreciation for his sacrifice."
Esony touched the stone gently and replied, "I wish I could have known him better. It's hard to feel like I'm living in his shadow without understanding who he really was."
Aiko's eyes were misty as she looked at her son. "He was a man of action and principle. The stories I've told you about him, and the memories I hold, are the best glimpses into who he was. But remember, his legacy is also about the future he believed in for you."
Esony said, "I want to make him proud, to live up to what he stood for."
Aiko nodded, placing a comforting hand on Esony's shoulder. "You already do, Esony. Every day, you show the strength and determination that he would be proud of. His spirit lives on through you."
As the sun climbed higher, Esony and Aiko spent a few more quiet moments at the memorial. The peaceful setting provided a rare moment of solace amidst the town's ongoing challenges.
After leaving the memorial, Esony found himself reflecting more deeply on his father's legacy. He walked through the town, observing the daily life of its people, who were slowly rebuilding from the scars of the civil war.
He encountered Haruna, Shirohana's mother, who was tending to a small garden.
"Morning, Esony. How are you holding up?" Haruna asked.
Esony replied, "It's been a tough few days. The memorial helped, but I still feel the weight of the past."
Haruna said, "That's understandable. The pain of loss doesn't just disappear overnight. But the way you're carrying yourself, it shows strength. Your father's sacrifice is a part of you, and it's guiding you."
Esony offered a small, appreciative smile. "Thank you, Haruna. I hope to honor that sacrifice by becoming the swordsman he would have been proud of."
As the day continued, Esony and Aiko returned to their home. The quiet reflection at the memorial and the supportive words from others helped Esony find a sense of resolve. He knew that while the past was filled with pain, it also carried the lessons and strength to guide his future.
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Rakusei No Ken Chapter 2:Civil War Recap
AdventureThe story of a boy named Esony who wants to become a great swordsman, His parents are with him in his dream in the town of Mizuno. But in an unexpected event, a meteorite fell containing evil elements, ghouls and villains. So the town formed an army...
