Chapter 10: A Promise From A Lover A Future From A Father
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Shou nodded, his gaze unwavering as he returned to the practice Mirai had shown him. "My father told me… before he left, that my mother was connected to some really dangerous people—people who want her back." Shou's jaw tightened, each move sharper than before, beads of sweat mixing with the blood from newly formed calluses as he gripped the blade. "I refuse to let her go back."
A heavy silence fell between them before Mirai let out a soft chuckle, moving to stand beside his young pupil.
"Well I knew you wouldn't do anything too crazy, you're not like that aren't you shou?" Mirai grinned.
"You hardly know me–"
"I'm a great judge of character." Mirai reassured, waving his hand dismissively at the boy's statement.
"Alright, from now on, you call me 'Master,' understand?" A grin broke across his face as Shou's eyes brightened.
"Yes, Master!" Shou said with a wide smile, bowing before him, his face alive with hope.
"Alright! First things first, let's work on your balance." Mirai took his stance, standing firm, his center grounded. "With this, even the strongest force couldn't move you."
Shou tried to push him but found Mirai unshakable, his mouth dropping open in a silent awe. He tried more and more, even trying running into his gut which causes him to flinch in pain but still he did not fall nor stagger.
"Ok- that's enough of that." He mumbled getting out of his stance and looking towards his pupil.
"Now, you try," he folded his arms, watching as Shou set his stance. But no sooner had he planted his feet than Mirai nudged him lightly with the hilt of his katana, sending him tumbling to the ground.
"Wrong—"