Soft petals falling from its branches, designing the still water like a splash of paint. Raining down with revere and intricacy. The lake was cradled by the fluttering beauty of nature. Everything was like in a bubble of wonder permanency around the being draped in a fragile manner upon the boroughs of the cream pink blossoming tree. Even the thought of being submerged partly on the lake didn't deter such calming scenery. It has that kind of spark that would sooth anyone that chanced upon it.
This individual was notably asleep, covered in fine robes depicting of high status in society. Golden armaments could be seen and worn but not to boast. It was purely for aesthetic and sentimental purposes and yet denoted this person was not a simple peasant. Setting aside clothes, the mien was that of beauty unreal for the world of mortals. It was a given this being was a man which only further that he is not of this world and that was true. He is after all, the Emperor's Symbol, the Black Kirin.
But, as of now, he is but a humble wanderer named Konoe Susumu. And so, he slept his time away which molds him into a being trapped in its clutches, knowingly. Yes, it was the perfect moment in the day to have a rejuvenating nap. However, there was that kind of hush reaching his sanctuary. A troublesome kind of breeze that wraps around him, hoping to be purified in his presence. It was that kind of hush that interrupted the slumbering male whose eyes revealed itself with the delicacy of a new bloom. Something was amiss as the wind hailed from his current destination, Edo.
He had stopped briefly in his travel as he was taken by the flowers littering the skyline while the lake bore the reflection of such wonder. It would be a waste to simply walk on without admiring such natural grace. From that eventually, he was serenaded to sleep as if he was unmoved by the dangers that could possibly befall someone like him. Well, he was living on the philosophy if it happens then it is so. Nothing can stop the wheels and even if one aimed to break it that would only be the death of them. Many had treaded such road and he witnessed them firsthand. Everything was inevitable just like how his presence is supposed to be. How unnerving indeed.
In any case, his path is clear. He only needed to walk on it for now. Just as so, he rose from his sleep and stood. Unbelievably it may be to the humans, he walked upon the lake's surface as if it is a pristine earth. His appearance was untouched by anything. He soon reached land and he gracefully began his steps that would now be acceptable in human standards. But before departing, he reached out his hand, catching a lone petal on his palm. His face expressed a gentle smile reaching his crescent moon eyes. "What a fine woman you are." He delivered the petal to his lips before releasing it to the wind. "Probably." His tone melded with cheerful doubt as his eyes captured tendrils of rose pink bellowing in the wind.
How carefree he is in such a world and era.
Once more, he began his journey. In truth, he was but a few meters away from Edo itself. However, he was a man of whims that are as transient as that of a fickle heart. Just like so, he was neither fearful nor emanating caution as he waltz into its territory. He could sense the electrifying tension in the air, but that was something he did not take attention to. People watched him in earnest and apprehension of a stranger with such clothes fitting of a nobility of the royal courts. After all, a person of such prestige would never come in a town known for the manifestations of crime. Then again, it did not appear to be a hovel of depravity.
The proof was the delicious smell and colorful display of dangos which caught his eye. At the same time, the people eyeing him with suspicion felt at ease in his presence. For now, he satisfied himself with such treats, taking a bite of his bought snack. "Truly a delight to the senses, probably." saying it with a smile.