Flames of the Destiny {Kyojuro Rengoku}

So Close yet so Far

I was in my shared room sitting by a small table. I was writing down some ideas for mine and Kyojuro’s wedding. We have discussed some important details a couple of days ago, like the place it’ll happen, people we’re inviting, food that’ll be served. Like I said, I don't want anything too fancy. I just want to get married with my Kyojuro and leave my Aunt's house for good, and then, finally start my new life.
Aunt Saori is also very excited for me and has been giving me helpful tips as a married woman herself, although her marriage is not one of the bests to look up to, with her husband always traveling and coming back once a week and they never looking at each other eye to eye….

When I thought about it, I remembered that Kyojuro's duty also requires him to travel a lot. But, he and I do love each other. Very much. So I'll always wait for him with a hot and fresh meal and lots of hugs. My aunt said that love and trust were the foundations of every marriage, and that as long as Kyojuro and I love and trust each other we'll always be together for as long as we live, and not just for obligation like her and my uncle.
I was glad to hear that. I know in my heart that marrying Kyojuro is what I want and I know that he wants it too. So I know that we'll be happy together. Plus, I know that I won't be alone while he's gone on a mission. I'll have little Senjuro to keep me company. Although I'm still not sure about Kyojuro's father liking me all that much I'll try and have a good coexistence with him as well.

“Hey, dear cousin!!!” I was taken from my thoughts by Satomi's voice. I rolled my eyes and held my temples as I prepared myself to deal with her.
“Look at this, I made you some tea and dumplings. Why don't you try some??” She said, handing me a tray of my favorite tea and some bean dumplings. I simply nodded with a fake smile since I knew that she hadn't made those dumplings herself. She probably bought them from a food stand or something. As for the tea, she probably made it herself because it wasn't strained properly and it still had some of the powder barely absorbed.

Ever since I announced that Kyojuro and I were getting married she suddenly started treating me more nicely. But I knew why she was acting this way. All she wants is for me to name her my maid of honor at my wedding. Little does she know that Kyojuro and I have already agreed on making his former Tsuguko, Mitsuri, my maid of honor. But of course I'm not telling her this because I want to exploit her fake kindness while I still live here.

“Thanks, Satomi. They smell delicious.” I said while taking one and biting out of it.

“This is just a little treat, okay?? You really shouldn't have too much to eat for the next week if you wish to fit in your wedding dress.” She said with a smile. But then, her face grew with worry. “I-It's not like I'm saying that you look fat or anything!!! I mean, you look great!!! And definitely way more fit than my mother. I'm just saying that future brides should maintain a healthy diet, that's all.” She said, chuckling nervously. She was literally walking on eggshells with me these days to get on my good side. It was really funny.

“Oh don't worry, I know what you mean. And you're right. I better cool down with the junk food if I wanna be pretty on my special day.” I said playing along with her.

“Have you thought of any ideas for your dress??? Why don't we visit some stores and try out some dresses???” She suggested it and I can't say that I did not like the idea.

However, I remembered something. “Well, Kyojuro said that I shouldn't worry about my dress for now. He said that he has something special for me.”

“What?!? He's gonna get a dress for you?? Wow. I've never seen a man getting his bride a dress. I hope he has good taste at least.” Satomi said while twisting her nose at the idea.

I simply rolled my eyes. Yes, it was more common for the bride to go and find a wedding dress for herself. But if Kyojuro said that he wanted to take care of that for me, maybe I should let him do as we wants. Plus, I trust him and I know that whatever he has planned for me will be just as special.