Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 10, 2011 20:12:05 GMT -5
Haruka was fairly astonished to realize this truth as she took in his words in their fullest extent. She smiled and nodded her head in a sort of bow like gesture as an affirmative response.
"Certainly Tomatsu-sama, but I must confess that I'm not sure what you might wish to know about the battle maidens. I mean, we train in such variation but in all ways of the horse. Naturally we are true to the tradition of mounted combat and traditional weapons, but we're certainly not ones to object to more... exotic weaponry."
Haruka seemed to be most comfortable walking and talking around the room, never having to focus or stare as she spoke and making light of the conversation as her speech and form became more relaxed.
"Is there anything more specific you wanted to know?"
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Akodo Tomatsu
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 10, 2011 20:40:43 GMT -5
Tell me what it means to be a battle maiden, you are such a secretive group. Is it true your men are not allowed to ride at all, and that you are to actively try to kill those who possess one of your fine warhorses, and if not, how can I obtain one? I want to be able to honor my mother's heritage with some tribute to her, what would you recommend that I can do, as a Lion, that she would recognize as meant for her in your tradition? He asked, as he accepted a cup of tea from a, up till then unseen, servant. Would you care for something to drink?
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Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 10, 2011 20:58:29 GMT -5
Haruka laughed actually considerably when the words about the men who didn't ride left his lips.
"I would love some tea as well, would warm me up from the winter hunt...
But as for men who don't ride, this is pure folly, for it is often them who breed and train battle maiden mounts, even if they don't typically practice in our particular training style.
But as for steeds from our revered breeders, are rather cautiously guarded and only given to Unicorn clan families and the Emperor from what I know... but being half Utaku blood..."
She tilted her head from side to side in a slight motion.
"I suppose you could justify owning one, but it certainly would be exclusively yours... I would recommend you seeking out our clan champion if we had one, but alas our clan is still deciding such matters in our own court.
I'm quite honored you've shared this with me though."
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 10, 2011 21:15:39 GMT -5
A servant produces another cup of tea and brings it before Haruka, holding it out for her. Truly, we are deeply worried about your lack of leadership. The Khan remains completely quiet and your lack of a champion has made diplomacy with your clan quite difficult. He sipped his tea again. I appreciate your willingness to listen to me on this particular subject. I was wondering if you would be willing to take a letter from me to the Utaku daimyo? It is asking permission for me to travel to the school to make a diplomatic showing of friendship, and for me to see first hand what goes on there. He turned and the strange woman with the head-scarf was behind him, holding out a letter stamped with his personal signature, a roaring lion head with the rays of the sun emanating out from behind it, a play on the Shining Lion title.
He takes it from her and holds it out to Haruka. Do me the honor?
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Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 10, 2011 21:30:46 GMT -5
"I most certainly would take up the honor in your stead. Frankly I would love to promote peaceful ties between the Lion and Unicorn as we live in such tension already, so most certainly Tomatsu-sama.
We'll see about you and a horse as perhaps an honorable gift of goodwill, but your heritage may be your luck in this."
She gave a bit of a wry smile as she knew a bit more, but she wouldn't disclose the details for now, keeping things light and pleasant.
"It was an honor to meet with you, and if you ever need anything pertaining to the Utaku, you need only request."
She only gave a disappointed sigh as they came to a conclusive ending and the reason for her summons was clear. Though a mission of peace and goodwill pleased her to no end as she clutched the letter to give to her family servant to hold onto afterwords.
"I suppose that is all for now, and I suspect we should rejoin the others so we don't raise any suspicions for now. Besides, we will have the pleasure of dining together this evening, so soon we may speak again."
She gave a deep bow as her pure black hair flicked forward over her shoulder hanging over the side of her face somewhat.
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 10, 2011 21:53:58 GMT -5
Are you the least bit curious as to how I mentioned I would pay you back for you kindness? He bowed back to her, not as deeply as she did, as was befitting his rank. He extended the crook of his arm towards her. If you will allow me to do the honors, I would be happy to escort you to the dinner and explain along the way.
The mysterious woman opened the door a crack and checked the hall. Seeing that there was no immediate danger she turned towards the two and nodded her approval before standing aside and opening the door. Tomatsu gestured towards the now open door.
You see Utaku-san, my friend Bayushi Senshi-san, was very impressed with your hunting prowess. It is quite an honor as the Champion of the Scorpion clan is rarely impressed with martial prowess. So to repay you for your kindness, I will make a personal introduction between you two, if Utaku-san would appreciate it.
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Bayushi Haruka
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Post by Bayushi Haruka on Feb 10, 2011 22:05:53 GMT -5
"Indeed I would be most honored, Tomatsu-sama."
She was visibly relaxing as she approached the door with him at her side and still holding onto the letter, as he escorted her the servant she arrived with came and took the letter from her for safe keeping for now.
She seemed quite elated to finally be able to be in the company of the champions having pr oven herself for now, and she looked forward to enjoying the other events as well.
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Post by Akodo Tomatsu on Feb 10, 2011 22:29:47 GMT -5
He made small talk with Haruka. A servant from the crab appeared before them, instinctively knowing where they were headed. He lead them to the private room, and opened the door before them. Tomatsu inclined his head towards the room and motioned with his hand for Haruka to enter. May I present the honorable Utaku Haruka, Champion-sans?
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Bayushi Senshi
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Post by Bayushi Senshi on Feb 11, 2011 22:27:10 GMT -5
Some hours later, a servant with auburn hair will approach Haruka. She says nothing, just makes her presence known. Bows deeply and will hand Haruka a letter sealed with the scorpion mon.
In it are details for a private meeting, requesting Haruka to be by the large protruding rock near the shoreline when the half moon is at its highest. And to expect to meet a courier.
It is signed by the scorpion champion.
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