(Part Four - The Waterfalls of Warmth) I had the plans made out, I knew it would come in handy... In my travels around the countryside, I met my fair share of sights Some were of course yawners, some were quite interesting and picturesque But one, one place; I knew it was the place..... Carpe Deim as it were.. It was simple work convincing everyone to come along, as excuse of vacation.. So we rented a large Van, what with 12 people and one carrot muncher Took us two hours to load everything, ughh; women and THEIR toys But I made sure to steal in a little something special; part of the whim.. The ride was, uhhhh; "adventuresome", How can Ayeka and Reoko be still alive.. At least Yosho had plenty of stories, Nobiyuki just slept allot.. I kept time by conversing with Tsunami, she had me captivated; all the better The trip lasted Five long, peaceful/scary hours; Ryo-Oki was great company We stopped at a simple sea side area first, just to stretch.... I noted the crisp air, filled with sea salt; birds cried to the clouds Tsunami noticed my fatuation, then joined in serenely The three minutes were a beautiful blessing, torn away too fast.. We ate at a simple kiosk, I commented on the differences... Sasami blushed.. Then I saw the Tenchi tug-of-war between Ayeka and Reoko Delayed our trip for an hour, thank goodness for Yosho and my debit card I think we tied them down well enough for the rest of the trip, Tsunami cracked up heavily.. When we reached then valley, I told them all to keep watch... I think Yosho knew We passed into convenient tunnel, Tsunami felt the anticipation The hold became tighter as we reached the tunnel exit.. The first sound out of the tunnel was simply... "wow" The scene was of something only gods could have dreamed up... Cascading waterfalls everywhere, fields of Emerald painted up cloud obscured Granite majesties of gray power, haze of cool moisture softened the air.. The we reached a overlook, had everyone get out; a huge Sapphire blue mirror of the sky lay below, it cried of life and beauty.... Apparently so did the women, I sneaked a picture of Tsunami at that moment of innocence.. We toured the area for a while, aweing the ladies of my tale of discovery I told, and Yosho agreed, to camp at the base of a rather unoccupied spot.. We spent the remainder of the day setting-up, settling-in, saving Tenchi, getting constant bear-hugs from Tsunami, touring the area; enjoying the mood.. I got serious the next morning, before breakfast; nudged Tsunami awake in the other tent.. I led her to a spot that somehow called to me when I was here last... And now I knew why; for as I led my beloved through a damp and dewed cave I felt the rush of childish innocence in the attempt alone We reached a grotto open I was here last at, leaving no doubt of the outcome.. The sight was too special for too many, the twin waterfalls left a morning rainbow, the same color as Tsunami's hair; my gift to loves attention Then I just held her, I made sure of the feel of eternity... After a while of watching the rainbow climb the falls; I revealed my true reasons and intents I held out a simple velvet enclose, holding my last memory of childhood Tsunami beheld her breath upon sight, and yes diamonds were part of the equation My mother's bracelet, with the same soul as my father's intent so long ago.. "There is no way to understand how this happened, only gods know why; as I'm sure you do... as to why you love me, so I will respond in the family tradition" I told her of the age of the bracelet, and the some 40 generations of family romance behind it.... and now it was our turn.. The rest of the morning was spent in warm embrace, the cool air kept us tight.. I spoke of the sweet nothings that came to me extremely easy; almost like breathing, the morning ended with three little words.. We ended up with the girls snickering at us, though Mihoshi was blank as usual. Then Yosho suprised us all with a similar tale between him and his Terran wife. Nobiyuki of course asked his silly question, got the silly response. Tenchi got nervous after that, Ayeka and Reoko schemed their usual. The mood of the moon was particularly amorous that night, with the waterfalls in moonlit hue.... In between disruptions of Tenchi games and great cook-outs, the following week went beyond dreamlike between us birds... I think the result was quite satisfactory, the last night was special.. I found Tsunami curled next to me in a separate roll; I made sure to remember that scene in my dreams, since they happened to be there anyway.... (End Part Four)