I'm amazed at how you managed to draw such a dark, bleak portrait of Hiko's present and (imagined) future, and then, with seemingly no real change in pace or tone, infuse this story with real warmth and tenderness. It really brought a lump to my throat several times. I love both the idea of their wandering "together", as well as how gently Hiko makes it Kenshin's choice. This is like a reunion, not just of their lives (if you will), but of their hearts which may not _ever_ have been able to happen while they both walked this plane.

Full of small surprises ("I have no ki anymore") and satisfyingly believable, this is a real treasure-in-a-box. It's going on to my favorites list, and I'll come back often to sit with them on that special spot and feel the cool night air on my skin.

That was angsty, alright. Of course, Fatherly Hiko is one of my favorite characters, and you've done a great job of portraying his many facets: his well-staged ego, his shrewdness, his kindness, and his wisdom. But you have scared my cats: they are all cowering wondering why I kept going "Wah! Oh Hiko. . . oh no! Kenshin, how could. . .wah!"
Good job. Thanks for posting this.

I love both the inspiration and this story. There is such a tentative tenderness between them that frankly makes me choke a bit.

I really like your interpretation! It doesn't seem at all AU to me. Your writing as always is excellent, and a very probably outcome to "Only the Beginning." I've been waiting for quite a while for the conclusion of the story, so I hope she finishes soon!

That was brilliant! (and now I HAVE to see a fic where Hiko is talking to himself like a lunatic because no one else can see Kenshin...)

This made me smile. Even though it was more bittersweet than anything. Despite the fact that Kenshin decides to kill himself, it's a nice ending...going around Japan saving people with Hiko XD

And it definitely fits with Lolo's story. Nicely done!

I am trying to figure out why this story only has 1 review. You to are epic writers in this genre. Anyways, I always did imagine lolo's story ending somewhere along these lines. Lord knows, I am still waiting to find out what happens and hope there is more to come. I do wonder how she would go about dealing with some of the issues you raised in your story (aka. Hiko talking to himself like a drunk). THe contemplative nature of this fic is nice. It is like flowing water, smooth at times and full of tripples and tension during others. It nicely charts Hiko's emotional state. The inner voice is quite believable. Hiko thinks in a rational manner despite the irrational situation he finds himself in. You maintain lol's voice well. I can believe this is truly the next installment in the story.

wow! That was awesome! That went perfectly with the story! :D