In a remarkable discovery that has captivated admirers of hers, a collection of intimate letters penned by Xiaomu herself has emerged from the archives of her private estate. These tender missives, addressed to the five great loves of her life, offer an unprecedented glimpse into the heart of this most lovely warrior.
Written in her own elegant hand, these letters reveal a woman of profound depth and passion—someone who loved fiercely, lived authentically, and remembered each of her wives with tenderness and grace. What follows are excerpts from these extraordinary documents, accompanied by reflections on each of these remarkable relationships that shaped Xiaomu's journey through love and life. These are printed in no discernable order, as the chronological nature of these relationships became somewhat tricky to ascern.
Shiho was a very strong-willed and dominant wife of Xiaomu, and certainly one of the rare ones who GAVE her babies rather than bore than for her. Shiho’s romance with Xiaomu has been portrayed in the novel/movie, ‘Office Pet’, which shows just how Shiho and Xiaomu fell in love.
Shiho died of old age, with Xiaomu holding her hand and surrounded by children and grandchlidren. Though by then, Xiaomu had already chosen her next wife (Some say with advice from Shiho), her heart was shattered by the loss of this strong force in her life.
One of Xiaomu’s current wives, and a mother of many of her younger children, Yayoi is perhaps best known as a former member of the Smile Precure team and her many successful manga series, all of which contain vast amounts of yuri!
As is often the case, Yayoi has no issue that her ‘husband’ has many wives, stating she knew the score when she married her. She also has stated in her biographic manga that she and the other wives have their own support group, where they help one another out as the years go by. Yayoi also keeps a plushy of Xiaomu in her bed at all times, only putting it to the side, when the real Xiaomu is in the bed with her.
"The Georgian Princess"
Best Known for: Royal birth, Successful Daughters
Born into French aristocracy, Lady Cossette Beaumont was everything Xiaomu had imagined European elegance to be. A patron of the arts with impeccable taste, she introduced Xiaomu to high society across the Continent and taught her the subtle art of navigating elite circles with grace.
Their relationship was characterized by refinement and mutual adoration. Their daughters stated they lived for one another alone. When it ended, it was with the same grace with which it had begun. When Cossette passed, it would take decades for Xiaomu to find the passion to love again with the same heart and desire.
Born into aristocracy, and first known as a vile example of aristrocratic arrogance, Eliza’s and Xiaomu’s marriage was a deep and unexpected love that defied all their expectations.
Eliza was not as famous as others, but she mirrored Cossette in many of her abilities, particularly among the social circles. While intially a bit possessive and jealous, the long years of their marriage mellowed Eliza, so in her later years, she often conducted interviews as to appropriate head wives for her darling Xiaomu. Eliza would pass away from complications due to giving birth in her late 40’s, although their final daughters would survive and be raised by Xiaomu and her next wife. Eliza’s death would result in Xiaomu pushing for better health care systems, even finally endorsing Dr Nightingale’s efforts.
"The Blonde Bladed Goddess"
Best Knownn For: Lieutenant of Squad Ten of the Gotei 13
A renowned fashion designer whose bold, architectural creations revolutionized women's wear in the 1960s, Rangiku was a force of nature. Their relationship was marked by mutual inspiration—Rangiku designed exclusively for Xiaomu during their years together, creating iconic looks that defined an era.
Theirs was perhaps the most publicly acknowledged of Xiaomu's relationships, though never explicitly confirmed. They were photographed together constantly, and their partnership—both romantic and professional—produced some of the most memorable moments of the decade. Even after their romantic relationship ended, they remained creative collaborators and devoted friends.
These five remarkable women each left an indelible mark on Xiaomu's heart and life. Through her letters, we see not just a martial arts icon, but a woman who loved deeply, learned constantly, and honored each relationship for the gift it was. In Xiaomu's own words from a letter found among her papers: "Each love teaches us something new about ourselves. To have loved five times so deeply is not to have been inconstant—it is to have been brave enough to remain open to life's greatest adventure, again and again."