Inuyasha, "Begin Again" Kohaku+Rin, G
Fandom: Inuyasha
Title: Begin Again
Rating: G
Word Count: 239
Characters: Kohaku, Rin
Notes/Warnings:: later chapter influences, Post-Naraku, Written for the "Starting Over" theme at iyfic_contest.
He doubts the authenticity of clean air, the world without poison and monsters. But here he is, one day after the end of Naraku - one day where he can breathe the air and feel human again. In this day, he realizes he doesn't need the Jewel or the Light. He can just be himself. He can grow.
He looks down at his hands, and the blood seems to fade. It's the blood of his family and comrades, and the guilt seems somewhat appeased. It shows him that maybe he'll have dreams at night once in awhile instead of just nightmares. Maybe someday the blood will completely gone, along with his shame and pain.
He inhales the air deeply, and he hears chatter and laughter settle within his ears. He feels relief, happiness, and most of all, he feels something new.
Is this what it feels like to begin again?
Kohaku feels someone tug at his hand. He looks down into eyes that shine brightly, filled with blossoming promises.
"Come on and play with us, Kohaku!" Rin says, leading him toward a circle of village children who gather round to kick a ball. She tugs lightly, but she doesn't need to convince him. He takes a step forward on his own.
Days of the old fade into a yielding darkness, and he feels those unending fears finally dissipate. His new life begins here, and he can't wait to start.
Title: Begin Again
Rating: G
Word Count: 239
Characters: Kohaku, Rin
Notes/Warnings:: later chapter influences, Post-Naraku, Written for the "Starting Over" theme at iyfic_contest.
He doubts the authenticity of clean air, the world without poison and monsters. But here he is, one day after the end of Naraku - one day where he can breathe the air and feel human again. In this day, he realizes he doesn't need the Jewel or the Light. He can just be himself. He can grow.
He looks down at his hands, and the blood seems to fade. It's the blood of his family and comrades, and the guilt seems somewhat appeased. It shows him that maybe he'll have dreams at night once in awhile instead of just nightmares. Maybe someday the blood will completely gone, along with his shame and pain.
He inhales the air deeply, and he hears chatter and laughter settle within his ears. He feels relief, happiness, and most of all, he feels something new.
Is this what it feels like to begin again?
Kohaku feels someone tug at his hand. He looks down into eyes that shine brightly, filled with blossoming promises.
"Come on and play with us, Kohaku!" Rin says, leading him toward a circle of village children who gather round to kick a ball. She tugs lightly, but she doesn't need to convince him. He takes a step forward on his own.
Days of the old fade into a yielding darkness, and he feels those unending fears finally dissipate. His new life begins here, and he can't wait to start.