"Ano... What's Rokugan ?" asked a curious Ranma.
Belldandy smiled beatifically (as if she could smile another way...) and answered as best as she could : "Rokugan is an empire not unlike feudal japan but with several elements from ancient China added. There is also the fact that magic is real and quite used there" Ranma shuddered, a land full of Kunos, some of them wielding powers better left alone (in Ranma's opinion, he had developed a bias against magic during his life). Belldandy's smile disappeared "It is also threatened by an evil kami named Fu Leng. His goal is to conquer and corrupt Rokugan, turning it in a tainted wasteland where only undead and monsters thrive. Long ago, a holy man named Shinsei along with the Seven Thunders, heroes chosen by Fate, managed to seal him away. The seal is weakening as we speak and Rokugan is not ready for his return..."
While Belldandy explained things to him, Ranma had visions of this world and what would happen to it if Fu Leng had his way. He knew this would be tough but Saotome Ranma never loses when it counts, right ? "I'll do it"
Belldandy's smile returned full-force. "I knew you would, Ranma. You are not the sort to turn a blind eye when innocents are in danger. There is a catch, however"
Ranma sighed. Nothing was ever easy when his life is concerned. "What is it ?"
"Rokugan is a land where honor and the warrior's arts are important but its social structure and the Etiquette involved leaves few ways of making a difference unless you are of the samurai caste. For your quest to have a chance of succeeding, you'll have to be reborn there in a samurai family. your memories and powers will be sealed until your coming of age in their society"
Ranma raised an eyebrow. That didn't sound so bad, he could have a real childhood and a chance at a better family than his native one."All right, I said I'll do it and Ranma Saotome always keeps his word. When do I start ?"
Belldandy said "Now" and then the world went white.
*****
"My lord ! Your wife has given birth to a son ! The fortunes have given you a male heir at last !"
The samurai stayed inexpressive as he entered the room. His wife looked tired but was happy. The midwife had already cleaned the boy and wrapped him in cloth. He took a good look at his son and smiled. "Welcome to the world, Jiro..."
*****
AN :
Don't worry about Ranma's rokugani name. He will wear it only until his gempukku (the coming of age ceremony) where he will choose his adult and definitive name for himself. Jiro means "First Son" and seemed appropriate.
See other episodes by Jamil Nate
(Posted Sat, 19 Oct 2002 13:52)
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