In a private room of the Perfect Blossom, two well known figures were drinking sake together. For the last time.
<< Retirement...my old friend, I heard that word from you so much times that this time my mind wasn't prepared to that.
I'm back. I'm gone. I'm back. I'm dead. I'm not dead, just stunned. Ahh..yes, the DeLuna syndrome get us all I guess. I make no exception. >>
Chijin smiled at Sulu and sipped from his cup of sake.
<< Teichou, I served in the Naval Forces for a long long time, maybe even more than what I'd have planned.
I was also recalled into active service near a year ago when the Colonials sent their ambassador to New Tokyo.
I had the pleasure to assist at the return of the honored Nebotuda, just to see him slowly fading away again.
I looked with my very eyes to the fall of Upper Leeds and the development of our Hiroshima home, proudly.
While it has been all an honour, I now wish for a quiet place where to spend the rest of my days in peace.
I did my best to teach you what I knew, past and future secrets... And I now fully believe in your capabilities
to attend to your duty, which once was mine. >>
<< Hai, I know. That honours me but still I think Kusari will not be the same.
Your wisdom is great just as your jokes and tricks are, and your "natural" intolerance to gaijins...
You made us smile for more than few times. >>
Chijin smiled again before preparing to taking the leave and regarded Sulu for the last time.
<< You will find your way, my old friend, don't be concerned. Let the time have its flow and remember to focus your Chi! >>
<< Hai! Farewell...great one. May the path of the Samurai always enlight your way. >>
