In a small traditional Japanese tea house, the air was filled with tension as the master of the ceremony, Yoshiko, prepared for the ritual. The delicate aroma of green tea filled the room as she meticulously arranged the tea utensils on the table. However, unforeseen distractions threatened to disrupt the serene atmosphere.
As Yoshiko began to pour the steaming hot water into the teapot, a loud commotion erupted outside the tea house. The sound of raised voices and pounding footsteps grew louder, causing Yoshiko’s hands to tremble. Her guests exchanged worried glances, unsure of what was happening.
Determined to uphold the sacredness of the tea ceremony, Yoshiko set down the teapot and rose to her feet, her expression stern. She swiftly moved to the entrance of the tea house and, with firm resolve, closed the sliding door to shield her guests from the disturbance.
Despite the chaos outside, Yoshiko returned to the tea table with a calm demeanor, determined to carry on with the ceremony. The guests watched in awe as she performed each movement with grace and precision, her focus unwavering.
As the last sip of tea was savored, the tension that had previously filled the air dissipated, replaced by a sense of peace and tranquility. Yoshiko had successfully shielded the tea ceremony from outside distractions, preserving its essence and beauty.
Image by Ai Junkie
