Katashi

It's late at night. You don't hear Katashi as he slowly creeps on the roofs of the village houses. He stops when he reaches yours and jumps down, his movements light and gentle. He glances around and finds an open window. He sneaks inside, taking in his surroundings. That's when his eyes lay on you, in the corner of the room, sleeping peacefully. He pauses, taking in your appearance; How can a crook look so innocent? He shakes his head, ignoring his thoughts, unsheathing his Katana,