I was re-watching saiunkoku monogatari and found this inspiration.

Disclaimer, I own nothing and make no profit. All character belongs to Yura Kairi.

Chapter 1

Ryuuki realized that there was something wrong with his health. The last few days he has been feeling cold and coughing non-stop. Today he realized that it's a serious matter as he looked at the red liquid on his hand. He stares in shock at his own blood, numbness spread through his body. Clenching his palm Ryuuki tries to calm his racing heart. Calm down, visit Dr. Tou.

Dr. Tou was surprised to find his King standing in front of his office, "Your majesty. I'm honoured by your presence. Tou at your service sire." Dr. Tou bowed his head in the traditional gesture.

Ryuuki nod at him and went inside the doctor office, "I need your word doctor that whatever happened today shall not be repeated to anyone else." Ryuuki said seriously.

Dumbfounded by his lord request but acquised to it, "You have my word, your highness." He stood in front Ryuuki, "What seems to be the matter?"

Ryuuki retrieved a handkerchief from his robe and presented to the doctor. The doctor was confused but took the handkerchief and examined the red stains on it. It was then he realized that it was blood. "Your highness, could it be?"

Ryuuki nod at the doctor, "It's my blood . I have been feeling unwell this past few days and today I started to-" unable to finish his sentence Ryuuki clench his fist and loos down on his lap.

The doctor understood and gaze at the young king with sympathy, "If I may your highness." He gesture to Ryuuki's wrist. Ryuuki didn't say anything and offer his wrist to the doctor.

Dr. Tou checked the king's pulse and did more examination. After a series of examination the doctor gives his final diagnosed to the king.

Ryuuki accepted the diagnose with a straight face, "How long?" His tone lifeless.

"It is still in the early age, so maybe four to five years, your highness." Dr. Tou reply sympathetically.

Ryuuki was silent; slowly he stood up and thanked the doctor quietly before heading towards the door.

"Your Highness, I shall give you medicine to slow down the illness as well for the pain and cough."

Ryuuki didn't bother to look back and replies with a soft thank you before going out.

Ryuuki walks aimlessly; his though was on the doctor words. Oh Gods four or five years… Funnily he reached his garden, memories started to flash before his eyes.

~Memory flasback~

"Seien-aniue!" young Ryuuki calls out to his gentle older brother. The only brother that cares and treat him nicely.

Seien smiles at his youngest brothers cheerful face, "Ryuuki." He opened his arms at his brothers. Immediately Ryuuki jumps and embrace his brother. They both laugh and Seien lifts his brother up and spun him around.

Then another memory plays, it was his first meeting with Shuurei.

Ryuuki saw a Shuurei the first time trying to reach the sakura branch, stepping behind her he reaches towards the lowest branch. Suddenly a strong wind blew.

"That was a strong wind." Ryuuki said to himself, then he stared into the most beautiful face of Shuurei.

Shuurei was shocked to see him then stare at the branch on his hand, "Ah you broke it."

Ryuuki nod then offer the branch to her.

~End of Flashback~

So many memories in so little time. Why? Why does it come to this! Ryuuki clench his palm hard till his nail dig into his skin. He wanted to shout, scream, tear his hair out but he could feel no energy, in fact he feel … lifeless.

Ryuuki was about to fall to another depressive state when a voice calls out for his name.

"Your highness." Ryuuki knows this voce very well, "What is wrong your Highness." Seiran looks at him from the entrance of the garden.

Ryuuki tries to smile but it seems it looks fake since Seiran frowns even more, "Seiran, please do come closer." Ryuuki beckons the silver haired man closer.

Seiran hesitantly step forward, although his real identity has been discovered by Ryuuki he cannot be careless in case there were others who would realize it. Finally standing beside his brother, he could not help but worry. Ryuuki is smilling buthis smile didn't reach his eyes and he look paler than usual.

"Ryuuki, is there something wrong?" concern lace his voice.

Ryuuki blinks in surprise since Seiran rarely calls him by his name, decided to take the opportunity given to him, "Everything is alright Seien-aniue, I'm just tired." He gaze at the purple iris in front of him, scared that if he look at his brother, his mask would crumble.

Seiran is even more concerned now since Ryuuki doesn't usually admit things easily, "Are you sure?" He pressed on. However Ryuuki didn't answer him, he was about to ask him again when

"Seir, no Seien-aniue." Ryuuki voice was serious, "Should I die, would Seien-aniue come back to us?"

Seiran was shocked by his brother claim, "Ryuuki please don't joke some-"

" ." Ryuuki begs his brother.

Seiran was flabbergasted and then sigh, "I don't know Ryuuki."

There were silence, Seiran is watching his brother intently not liking how serious Ryuuki question as.

"Should I'm unable to lead the country anymore, will Seien-aniue lead in my stead?" Ryuuki repeat the question, now looking at his brother seriously.

Matching his bother look finally Seien gives up, "Should you no longer able to lead anymore, I promise I shall return."

Finally Ryuuki smile a true smile, "We thank you for your answer." Ryuuki answer formally.

"Now, will you please tell me what is happening Ryuuki." Seien glare at his brother, "And don't ever joke about death like that anymore!" He reprimands his brother.

Ryuuki grin sheepishly, heart lighter now that he know should anything happen to him then his brother shall be there to lead the country. "Everything is okay Seien-aniue, we just had a thought."

Seien still feel that his brother is hiding something but for the time being he let the matter drop. "Your majesty, it is going to rain soon please return." Seiran return and he bow down at Ryuuki.

Ryuuki smiled at him and turn to walk towards the garden exit; "We will hold you to your words." Leaving Seiran stunned on where he is standing.

Ryuuki walks back towards his office. There is still time, he reminded himself, We must start preparing.

Ryuuki held his head high and walked towards his office with new spirit.

Hope You enjoy this, R&R and see you in the next chappie!