Journey of a Thousand Suns by LM Bluejay

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Prompt: Saffron (Stella’s Spicy Challenge)

Words: 100

“I feel ridiculous.”

“But you look so charming!” Giving one last inspection to the mauve colored robe Tatsu finally gave his nod of approval. “Now, before I send you off to your doom, you’re alias is…?”

“Seiichi…it was supposed to be the name of our first born son.”

“I think…I like Roctis a lot better…n-not that it matters. Here.”

Eyebrow still arched questioningly, he accepted the tiny satchel and peered inside. Recalling the crimson powder he took a delicate sniff. Saffron? “Why?”

“You’ll know in due time.” After escorting him to the northern trail, Tatsu gave him an encouraging shove.  

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