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โ As for who I am. . . I am a simple swordwielder, but that probably won't satisfy your curiosity. I'm not sure if my name was ever remembered. . . but I am called. . . Yijiang โ
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Upon hearing those questions, a soft chuckle escaped the stranger's lips. Even though her gaze was hidden behind her blindfold, a mix of surprise and. . . pride? showed itself on her face.
โ She's actually a Shifu now. . . I knew she could do it one day โ
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Words mostly aimed to herself, head tilting down slightly yet a smile still remained upon her lips.
โ You might say this sword and I have a. . . long and tragic history โ
That was putting it mildly. . . she had hoped to never see that blade again and yet, here it is.
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Just like when Shunguang herself uses it.
โ We should treasure each and every one of our memories. . . Who knows how long we'll have them โ
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โ Memories are a precious thing, aren't they? โ
A voice suddenly came from the side of the young thiren along with a soft chilly breeze. Out of nowhere, a woman sat beside her, her visage being almost a perfect match to Yixuan Shifu except for a slightly different
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Pages flip one after the other, skimming through old memories in her worn-out diary. The swordkeeper shows a nostalgic gaze towards the booklet while sitting on her own.
โค Even now that the effects of the sword aren't as bad.. I wish to continue writing these.
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Hairstyle, a faded High Preceptor uniform. . . and a blindfold over her eyes.
The strangest thing however, was the sudden reaction of the Qingming Sword to the presence of this stranger, not a violent reaction like with the Creator, but more like a calm humming. . .
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ใ คใ คโ I know it must be strange to see me after I was. . . dead for a decade, but I missed you as well, Yixuan. I only wish I would've remembered you sooner โ
A hint of regret within her voice, yet it was over something she had no control over.
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โ โ โ โ โ Golden hues observe her sister's movement closelyโ own fingers claim teacup within them to bring the warm drink to her lips. " It has been quite some time. While it is strange to see you after a decadeโ I missed youโ Yijiang. I'm glad I get to see you. "
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ใ คใ คโ Somewhat. . . but not fully โ
A sigh, hand slowly slidding over the table before her digits reach the cup of tea, slowly wrapping around it to lift it.
ใ คใ คโ . . .I know it must be shocking for you to see me again โ
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โ โ โ โ โ " Very wellโ " Yixuan acknowledges sister's lack of hunger and proceeds to pour them both cups of teaโ placing one down in front of long-lost sibling now found.
" Does this place bring back memories ? "
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The blinded swordmaster closed her eyes, trying to calm her mind and take in her surroundings, every smell, every sound.
ใ คใ คโ Hm? No no, I'm not hungry, but thank you โ
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โ โ โ โ โ Shifu saw to collecting herself together first in the form of a few deep breathsโ moving only then to prepare their tea for the evening. A long evening it would be.
" Are you hungry ? " The question may seem randomโ yet it meant well.
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โ What?! That's so mean! You don't deserve that! โ
A huff left her lips before she slowly moved towards the other, gently embrasing her.
โ There there, I'm sure you'll get lucky next time โ
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