Chapter 6.4

“There is no need to tell you anything my young friend.  Fasten the pin to your smock.”

Katashi did so, instantly feeling something change, although he couldn’t identify what exactly at first.  He looked quizically at Jaala.

“Perform the swooping dragon,” commanded Jaala.

This was a form that could be done with or without a sword.  It was one of the warmup exercises known to all Tataki.  As Katashi moved through the exercises he could sense a grace and fluidity that far outstripped his normal movements.

“It is as if my mind and body are fused–I have hardly formed the beginnings of thought and I flow.”

Jaala laughed.  “A very good description.  In time you will discover other properties as well.”

“You mean such as it tugging at me, nagging me to head Northwards?”

“What did you say?” Exclaimed Jaala!

“I feel it pulling at me.  Drawing me to something.”

Jaala’s eyes widened.  “You truly are Him.”

“Who?”

~ by beinnsgriob on February 4, 2009.