#stoicflame

Meanwhile, in the Juuban district of Tokyo, Eiji had decided to chill out for a while. He hadn’t fought Yummies in weeks now, and instead of waiting for the next attack, went for some time off.

“I should check out this district more. Haven’t been to all of Tokyo.”

➔ the miko

      One ought to think the curse of an eternal slumber meant cold, unrelenting darkness, when in fact, it was the opposite. It was warm, like a cocoon, but also invasive, like a parasite. It seeped inside the pores; numbed everything from the inside and out. It was a never-ending calm, a place for rest in which one floated aimlessly ━ accompanied only by the gloom that behaved as a parent would, keeping its passenger encompassed and secure like a babe inside a mother's womb. Until, of course, there's a tear inside the sac and the shadow howls, releasing its hold on the passenger and rushing downward; meanwhile the passenger is rising to the surface at blinding speed.

      Light struck the dark, appeared like veins beneath skin and twinkled like stars among planets━━

                              ━━and with the SEAL broken, the cursed spirit appeared in an array of golds and yellows, possessing an aura so potent it could've been sensed from miles away by those with focused minds.

      It seemed to be an ordinary woman, at first, but as the light around her gave way, it revealed the pointed ears and nine tails she sported, all of them curled around her long legs until, one by one, they peeled away and fanned out from behind her. She had yellow hair that fell to the midsection of her back, matching in color to her animalistic traits. She appeared delicate and pale and naked ━ even more so when she stretched her limbs, causing her cascading hair to rise and expose voluptuous breasts with dark pink buds. However, when she opened her eyes for the first time in years, they were shimmering blue and sly, like she possessed all the wisdom in the world and the darkest of secrets.

      Her presence disturbed the air; particularly when her mischievous gaze fell upon the perplexed miko who held within her hands, the cursed artifact the kitsune had been sealed inside a long time ago. Her tails swayed with interest, her thin lips stretching into a devious smile.

      "Oh, I've the feeling you're not entirely sure about what you've just done," She purred. She then took a single step forward, bent, and leaned so that she could get closer to the other, only mere inches keeping the kitsune apart from the miko. Her eyes, however alluring, were sharp and deadly. "Or you are aware, and you've a knack for playing with fire."

      It was either a matter of fate or sheer irony that Minako would end up in front of the Hikawa Shrine. Mars' presence was strong here, her celestial aura overwhelming the idol’s senses. It caused some hesitation ━ however brief, because as soon as Minako heard a squealing voice exclaim, “SHE WENT THIS WAY, HURRY” followed by cheering and thudding footsteps that could only equate to a stampede, the idol’s gaze broadened and she turned sharply on her heel, darting beneath the arch of the temple and heading around the back of the building.

      There, she hid from the outrageous fans who’d been chasing her a couple blocks now. Not that she didn’t appreciate their love and support, but sometimes their dedication could be a bit . . . much. She watched from around the corner until the last of them were gone, the lot of fans having never suspected she’d stop at the shrine, before she inhaled a deep breath of relief.

Sebastian looked around him with a curious look on his face. He did not feel comfortable here but hs young master had wanted to come here so he had done what he was told. Besides he had to protect his Master. If he died before the task was complete it would make all there time here wasted. He took a deep breath and then had a small sigh. "Why are we here My Lord?" Sebastian asked with an slight look of annoyance. The young boy merly smirked and looked up at the Butler with an amused look. "I heard some women talking about a girl who could see things in the flames." He said his voice sounding just a little bit bored.