*Bret sits comfortably as the soft chimes of the temple bells sounds off the time, ringing in the evening hours..With a deep breath, he gets to his feet, wrapping his arms together in his hokama* Bret: Date....March 14th...819 AS....Days in space...496....I've been on New Tokyo for almost a month now...No signs whatsoever of Charles, so I've been looking for ways outside of what Ive been used to doing...Well...At first I was a bit skeptical on coming here, but after a while It seems to have grown on me...This practice of religion that Ilo calls Bhuddism is a bit strange, but I think its views are spectacular.... *With another deep sigh, Bret continues his walk through the temple...His thoughts still troubling him as the cool air of the area blow through the building...A few moments pass by as he continues his walk, Ilo then appears, a little startled from the sudden meeting* Ilo: Oh...There you are Bret-san...I've been looking for you..Please, walk with me... Bret: Of course... *The pair of them continue, each moving at a slow pace to as per custom* Ilo: So...Are you enjoying your stay on New Tokyo my friend?... Bret: Yes...I have been very peaceful here..Also thank you for bringing Vixen and Licentia here as well..The vacation for them was well needed as of late.. Ilo: I'm glad to hear that both your wife and child are doing well despite the cramped conditions of my families home...Has your mind been cleared with the help of our services here at the temple?.. *Bret rubs his bionic arm, a look of worry on his face as he turns his head away* Bret: I don't know if this all will help in the long run, but I know that as of late it has given rise to my spirits as to knowing that Charles may still be alive, somewhere...out there... Ilo: That's good to know, but don't be so hard on yourself...I'm sure you'll find him no matter what happens...Now come, I'm sure that dinner will be ready by the time we return... *Bret makes a face of disgust, sticking his tongue out a little* Bret: We're not having that misa soup again are we?... *Ilo turns his head as he continues his walk* Ilo: It's called 'Miso" soup...And yes...I see that Vixen has taken a liking to it...Why don't you share into such tastes as well?... Bret: Bleh...I can't really stand it, but at least the suhea is good though.... *Ilo drops his head in humiliation, cupping his face with his palm* Ilo: It's called 'Sushi'...Haven't I told you that already or do I need to keep instructing you in the Kusari language?... Bret: No..It's just tough remembering all of it...And don't get me started on the writing... Ilo: If you insist on using a translator I wont stop you, I was simply trying to put in a little culture to that head of yours.. Bret: Hey its not that I don't want to..Its just so confusing with all the symbols...Can you blame me for being so simple?... Ilo: No I cannot..I'm simply trying to expand your mind..Nothing more... *Bret shakes his head as they continue , walking across the small bridge as they enter Ilo's home...Both Ilo and Bret shake a moment as they hear a piercing scream from the house, causing them to run inside, Bret accidentally going through one of the sliding screen doors *
==END OF PART 1==
-"If we do not learn at least one thing a day....Our minds turn to stupor"- Kyle Sparrgrove -2005
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