Historical Fiction
The Last Cherry Blossom
A Tale of honor, loyalty, and the fleeting nature of life
As the sun began to set on the last day of the Edo spring, Emiko sat quietly in her chambers, her hands softly deft as she tied the delicate white kimono around her slender frame. The once-vibrant cherry blossoms that had adorned the garden just hours before now lay spent on the ground, the soft carpet of pink and white petals rustling softly in the gentle breeze.The village of Nakasendo lay nestled deep in the Japanese countryside, its residents living in harmony with the changing seasons.
By: Dickens & Co
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Submitted: 20/06/2024
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520 Words