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[oil_strokes]

Well. It looks like I'm going to be taking a trip to Six Rocks next month. I've been writing drafts of a letter to a lady there, but nothing comes out right, and it feels far too impersonal for the purpose. Plus, even my sister has no idea what I should send as a gift. In fact, it was her idea that I say what needs to be said in person. And the

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[oh_yuushi]

Oh now you have me curious about just what could lure you back to Six Rocks and can't be said in letters.

[oil_strokes]

When I was younger, I made the mistake of getting myself involved with a young man...who had a fiance. I had not known - apparently, they hadn't made it public even to their families, yet. But there was one time.... The young lady caught us in the act. And because she and her family are prominent figures in the city, the whole matter was not taken lightly. I was practically run out of town.

I wanted to apologize to her, even then, but I was afraid that if I tried so soon, she wouldn't be able to look past her anger, so I kept putting it off....and eventually I pretty well forgot about it. I was recently reminded, however, and wanted to send that lady a letter of apology... But everything I write comes out wrong, somehow.

[oh_yuushi]

Oh my, you do have a wonderfully sordid past. I suppose a letter that includes the sentences 'I regret being fooled by your bastard of a fiance' or 'in the future, I hope we both find worthier and different men' never bode well for a good correspondence.

I wish you all the best with your meeting. And that she isn't a fan of large rings... just in case her anger is still fiery hot.

[oil_strokes]

Well, from what I've heard, she has settled down and gotten married - not to her unfaithful former fiance - and someone told me that she may actually be a little grateful for learning his true nature before getting that committed.

Thank you. I hope so too >>

Private to Yukimura

[shuichiro_o]

I was wondering, if it's not too much bother of course, if you wouldn't mind doing me an awfully big favour when you return to Six Rocks? I know you don't know me very well and it's incredibly rude of me to be asking you, but you see, I have this goat and it's really not suited to being in the city. I can't sell the poor beast- no one will take it, but we have an orchard at home he could see out his days in. I don't know how you'll be travelling, but if you're going by cart he could hitch up to the back and if he's tied securely he won't be any bother. He can easily manage the distance and he's tough so he doesn't need any particular care or special treatment. I'd be very grateful if you could consider it.

Re: Private

[oil_strokes]

Well. I haven't yet done an immense amount of planning for my trip - I'm still trying to pick exact dates, in fact - but I'll see if I can't find a mode of transportation that would be amenable to carrying an extra passenger ;)

Re: Private

[shuichiro_o]

Really?! That's really very kind. But honestly, don't go out of your way, I really don't want to cause you an inconvenience.

Re: Private

[oil_strokes]

Oh it's no trouble at all~ In fact, having a goat along as a traveling companion could prove to be quite entertaining :)

[rock_and_string]

Heeeey, you are gonna get out there! =D You should, I'm prolly gonna go out there myself soon! It makes you feel better!

[oil_strokes]

I am :) Though it's not exactly a recreational visit, I am at least hoping to visit the beach there for a day or two while I'm in town.

[rock_and_string]

Even when you have to go for work, it's still really nice. Same people and all. Man, I wish I never left.

[oil_strokes]

If I may be so bold, why did you leave?

[she_or_me]

Have a safe trip back, little prince. Bandits have been getting bolder these days.

(ooc: Took liberty with the nickname >> With what you told me about him being cooped up in his house and all and coming from a relatively successful family, I thought the kids would have given him a nickname of sorts. If not, then that's just what she calls him.)

[oil_strokes]

Little... Haha, oh my. It's been a while since I've heard that. I'd almost forgotten. :p

Thank you, though. And don't worry. I'm plenty capable of handling myself. ;)

(ooc: lol, that's fine. I can see them calling him that, especially when he was little and cooped up and sheltered all the time. XDDD)

[she_or_me]

Oh? The little prince isn't so little anymore is seems.

I'm surprised your parents let you leave. They barely had you out of your house back then.

(ooc: we really need to come up with a name >>)

[oil_strokes]

No, not little at all, anymore. ^_^

By the time I hit puberty, I'd pretty well gotten them convinced that it was okay if I was out and about for a while. ^^

(ooc: Yes we do >> )

[blueguard]

Good luck, Seiichi-san~ I know you're dealing with a very tough task, but I have faith it'll work out~ She might be upset with just seeing your face at first, but I think if you're honest and don't give up even if she gets angry, then matters will work themselves out. You're a good man. I saw that myself all over again even as I simply watched you paint at the shore a while ago~ And I think she'll see it too if you give her the chance.

Ah~! I know it might be a chore, but I'd love to see your parents~! Though, then again, I had seen more of them than you until I moved here.

[oil_strokes]

Thank you~ I am hoping that time will have at least dulled her anger, and that I have changed, since then. With luck, everything will go well, and I'll be able to send my sister there as soon as the inn here is finished and finally get her out of my hair.

Haha, I'm sure they'd love to see you, too, even if that is the case. It might even help them adjust to my being out here, knowing there's a familiar face or two around.

[blueguard]

Well, last time I saw her, she did seem to be doing well and much happier with herself and her life than she was back then. So maybe she will be able to stay calm enough to hear you out when you first try to talk to her. I'll hope for it, at least. Has she been that much of a thorn? She always seems so sweet.

If they do choose to come and visit and you need help convincing them that you'll be fine here, then just ask, in that case. I'll be happy to help out~