Shiruba Chapter 2



“NOW NONE OF THAT.” Mitsukai said in a commanding tone. The newly named

Shiruba left off scratching her and looked slightly sheepish. She had been putting

him in a new set of clothes, as his were torn beyond recognition. He apologized by

wrapping his tiny arms around her leg, and giving her a little hug. Her iron face

caved in. She knelt and returned the hug. Quietly he began to sob into her shoulder.

“I know little one, I know, it's gonna be OK. Cry as much as you need to.” She

murmured comfortingly. Unseen by anyone, she too began to cry. Silent tears

flowed down her face. After a few minutes they both stopped. Taking a deep breath

Mitsukai commented secretively, only for Shiruba's dog ears to hear,

“Having a good cry  every once in a while helps, huh?” Then, standing up, she

stretched her arms and muttered to herself.

“Wow. I haven't cried like that in 8 years.” She shook

her head and returned her thoughts to the half- demon boy looking up at her. She

bent down and lifted him into her arms.

“I'll protect you. I promise you'll never have a reason to cry ever again.” Mitsukai said

fiercly.

“Will you protect me too, when you are old enough?” She realized how strange she

must sound. Shiruba tucked her forelock .

"Hmm?" She looked down to see him nod his little head, short silver hair bouncing with the motion.