Itchy Feet
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Last published Sat, Mar 12, 2016
Legend speaks of an ancient forbidden love. The love between a man and a goddess. He was weak, fragile, and she was... immortal. They fell in love for all their differences. However, it was for those same differences they were torn apart- when he was brutally murdered in cold blood.
From her tears was born a new promise, a new magic. An incredible power that feels like the ocean is swelling at one's feet. A power given to protect all who were born with a heart like his, lest she lose him again.
The world called it "Itchy Feet"- among many other names born from hate. They hunted us down, and some perished, others remained in hiding and the rest of us live as slaves. Broken in will, like I was. I don't believe the stories, but lately I've been hearing a voice, constantly calling my name... Kou.
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