Wow Story, Ushi and Ichiro
Story I did for a good friend Mornigstarz, is based off two of her red panda characters
Ushi Lastwalker and Ichiro Sliverpatch
A bit of a prologue as we enter in the midst of the life of Ushi Lastwalker, and Ichiro Sliverpatch: It was not uncommon for Ichiro to look back on his childhood, and his fond memories of meeting his Ushi. He came from the Lastwalker community, and was sent to Master Chan for his cultural studies. That's were he met Ushi, a bit of an odd soul from the Sliverpatch Community. He was hesitant at first, as she seemed a bit unapproachable. She didn't seem very accepting of those around her, and sadly found herself without friends. Despite her odd behavior, Ichiro couldn't help but feel drawn to her. Through his persistence he gained a friendship that would define the rest of his life. Many years past, as the two became closer, Eventually Ushi's community would choose to leave Pandaria sailing to the Eastern Kingdoms to gain citizenship with the Alliance. Ichiro's community had not made such a decision, but his desire to be with Ushi was to much for him to stay. He spent the journey cramped up in the cargo hold, but he had made the decision that were Ushi was, he wanted to be.
Courage Ichiro sat nervously under and old oak tree, scent strong of the kitchen from the local pub and grill, waiting for Ushi. She had found a mechanical talent which ended up placing her under the employment of the Alliances engineering corps. She loved her work, and took pride in developing new gadgets and equipment. There was no set time for her to finish, and she told Ichiro not to wait up for her, but he could not help himself. Today was the day, he was determined to break through his timidness and gather the courage to express his true feelings for his dear friend. The two had been inseparable for many years, but he felt there had to be more. His mind tormented him, is she content with this friendship, or does she desire more? He had been dropping hints, asking her about her thoughts on having cubs. He feared that her lack of desire of having cubs may be a sign that she was not ready to have a mate. His thoughts were at war with each-other, but no, there is a bond, a connection beyond friendship, there has to be. There in the distance someone coming, his heart begins to race as he chants under his breath, "I can do this". His smile fads a little as a traveler aproaches. He polity nods at the stranger as she passes by. Going back to the tree, he paces a little, reaching into his pocket and feeling for the jade ring he had a local jewel crafter make for him. The green stones were collected by Ichiro and Ushi when the were cubs in Pandaria, and had great sentimental value for both of them. The humans he worked with gave him the idea of have a ring fashioned from them. Part of a curious custom of theirs, but one he felt was adorable. There, in the wind, a familiar scent, yes, she must be approaching. His chest began to burn with anticipation. That scent, her scent, mixed with oil, but a scent he became so eager for. He stood there, as figure came into view on the old path through the wood. This time it was unmistakably her. As she got closer, there eyes met, his mind racing, she the most beautiful sight he has ever seen, smiling as she recognizes her dear panda. "Silly Ichiro, you didn't have to wait for me" Ushi said as she approached the anxious panda. She really was happy he did though. He had become her calm, and was always eager to be with him. She eagerly embraced her Ichiro, enjoying the smells of breads, meats, and sauces that still lingered on his fur. He held her back, not wanting to let go, his muzzle berried in her hair, breathing in that wonderful scent. They pull back, his paws still holding hers. "I...I... have something for you" he nervously states as he stairs into those eyes. "but before I do...um...(nervously laughs a little)...I..well..we been such close friends for so long" Ushi begins to smile a bit more tilting her head down a bit, but maintaining eye contact. Ichiro pauses a bit, releasing one paw to move a lock of hair that fell in front of one of her eyes. Ushi giggles I little, "are you still thinking of cubs again?". Ichiro laughs, glancing down for a bit, "not really" looks back up at her, "I'm thinking of us". Looking softly into those beautiful eyes. "I want forever" Ushi, looks at him a bit curious, then as if a realization crossed her mind she began to smirk a little, drawing Ichiro closer to her. Embracing him again she whispered in his ear. "I know my sweet Ichiro, I love you too" The two stood there, holding each-other tight. Both feeling a fire in there soul. A little time passes, and Ushi pulled back a little, rubbing her muzzle on his, "so my silly Ichiro, what is it you have for me" Ichiro, shaking himself a little to get out of his dazed state, reaches into his pocket, "I hope your OK with this, is a human custom, and well" he pulls out the ring, holding it in his palm "I took some of the jade we collected as kids and...." the clumsy bear fumbles the ring, bouncing it from paw to paw till it falls into the grass. Ichiro's eyes grow wide, surprised by the gift, and trys in vein to help her Ichiro save it from falling into the grass. "Oh no" Ichiro exclaims as he gets down on all fours and feels through the grass. "why does grass have to be green, were did it go?" Ushi, followed suit helping him feel through the green blades. "no worries my Ichiro, I found it" Ushi holds up the jade ring. "Its beautiful you sweet sweet bear" Ushi proclaimed. The sun began to get low, spreading its brilliant colors across the sky. Ushi, and Ichiro started there walk down the dirt path paw in paw. Home wasn't but a 10 min walk, a familiar trip for the two, usually filled with talk of there day. Ichiro usually had some story of the silly humans that come into the pub, and the occasional excitement from Ushi, and some new gadget she came up with. But this time it was more silent. This time, they seemed to enjoy each-others company a bit more. They held each-other close, her occasionally cuing a little, him constantly glancing over admiring her beauty and tripping a bit as he payed little attention to the path. As the approached Ushi's small cabin, Ichiro began to feel that familiar sinking feeling, knowing there time together was gonna come to an end soon. A normal night for them would be starting a fire, Ushi, making tea, while Ichiro would fix some sort of food for them. Then they would sit in front of the fire and talk more of there day, or reminisce of there past, or dreams of the future. Tonight was different though, they sat, looking at there tea, sipping a bit. Finally Ushi got up, setting her cup on the mantle. She turned facing her Ichiro, still sitting on the floor, smiled a bit, and sat down in-front of him, leaned over, and berried herself into his chest, with a content sigh. Ichiro rapped his arms around her, kissed her forehead feeling more content then ever. Ushi, broke the silence "I want you to stay tonight" Ichiro chuckles a little, heart filled with joy over the request, "of-course", Ushi responds with "and the next night, and the next, and forever, I too want forever". He squeezes her tighter, a slight tear of joy making its way down his cheek. Ushi looks up, head still against his chest, "so this is why you've been asking about me having cubs" Ichiro nods shyly. Ushi hums a bit, "I know I've been hesitant on the subject, but seeing your heart for the young ones, I can see that you would be a wonderful father. I couldn't imagine a better father for my cubs. Perhaps....I can see a young one or two in our future."