*open RP* Kitsune In the Fortress of the Crab

[Kitsune Keshi]

The horse that trotted it's way into Kyuden Hida was well announced, he and his rider had come the land bound route from Kyuden Kitsune. Looking only a little worse for the wear.

Kitsune Keshi's eyes were drawn to the Wall. The famous landmark of the Crab Clan, as she wandered towards the Fortress itself. Wearing full Mantis Clan Colors instead of the usual Kitsune colors she favored.

She didn't expect to be welcomed as she approached, dismounting and leading the beast behind her.

"I am Kitsune Keshi. Of the Mantis Clan. I wish an Audience with the Crab." The formal language was stiff from the mouth of the Shugenja. It was not something she usually used, she usually left such language to Jinu. Who had not yet returned from his errand.

[vegandeathmachine]

OOC: Man, I'm starting to think the Crab don't like us... j/k

[Kitsune Keshi]

OOC: Lolz. I am beginning to wonder.

[vegandeathmachine]

OOC: Perhaps I smell, and have left a bad initial impression.

*Sniffs self* Nope; showered, deodorant is working, brushed teeth.

If it's any consolation, most of the Scorpion clan is ignoring me. Wait, is that really something to complain about? ;D

[Soshi Kiso]

OOC: ha, the scorpion haven't been ignoring you and you know it =P Will be posting after dentist visit.

[Hida Setsuro]

((OOC: Sorry, Kiso, I edited your post to include OOC tags. Also, yes, most of the Crab are on Hiatus. On top of that, I've recently injured a finger so typing is harder on me. I do my best, still, but you'll have to be patient. Sorry!))

[Daidoji Fitsu]

Ooc My sympathies on the finger injury. I lost one of mine a few years back and typing has never been the same.

[Hiruma Kenchu]

The Hiruma sat alone in a simple room kneeling on the ground, housed as he was in the middle of the Fortress. The stone took held a bed, a small table and a simple shrine to the Kami Hida. Kenchu was never one for ignoring his duty or the call of hunting the Shadowlands in tihe wilds but he was called back to make his report to help the Kaiu and Hida plan the upcoming defences on the Kaiu Kabe.

There was a knock at the door and a servant entered with a scroll and a chop. The scout nodded and read the message and frowned deeply.

"So there are no Yasuki to receive our noble and high ranking guest?"

The messenger shook his head.

"Delayed, Hiruma-san. Those here, if they greet the party, could be seen as a great insult. The Steward asks that you attend on our guest as best you can until our own Ambassador can be found."

The Hiruma was about to curse at his predicament but his eyes went to the shrine representing Hida, a being who was so upheld his duty that he protected a world that wasn't his own and even now continues to do so.

His curse turned into a muttered prayer of thanks for the guidance.

"Greeting a noble Mantis, is but a little thing, tell the Steward I will do my best but I am no courtier. Apologise to our guest for any delay and offer him to a meeting room."

He stopped for a moment and looked by the door to his battle hardened armour and his bow and quiver on a stand.

"And I suppose I need a better kimono."

The other man said nothing, but a second servant appeared at the door with the clothing.

He turned to change out of his plain outfit to the preoffered dark blue with the Hiruma mon on the breast and back.

He stood, keeping the purple cloth around his brow. Kenchu turned and bowed to the shrine and repeated his favourite blessing. "Duty above all and persistence as my watchword."

The Hiruma made his way himself towards the greeting room, his daisho at his side.

[Kitsune Keshi]

Keshi waited, to anyone's eyes, patiently. Even just the audience chamber of the Crab fortress was filled with history. And she had a lot to occupy her mind already.

Shaking her head slightly, she tried to jar the thoughts that kept reoccurring. She turned with a sigh, just in time to see the approach of Hiruma Kenchu.

Sighing mentally, she took in the fact it wasn't a courtier and that filled her with a degree of ease. She lacked most courtly grace, maybe in the company of a warrior it would be less required of her.

[Hiruma Kenchu]

The Hiruma arrived at the greeting room whilst in his mind repeating a calming mantra. Kenchu smiled as he entered the room and bowed deeply to the other. "Greetings, noble Mantis. I apologise for the wait, I am Hiruma Kenchu and I offer you the full hospitality of the castle and as always the protection of my family and clan mates. You are welcome here amongst us, as guest and friend but I must first warn you,that life in the shadow of the Wall is fraught with danger. And we don't get many visitors at the Fortress of the Hida."
Kenchu nodded almost to himself and offered a seat to the Mantis.

The Hiruma sat down lightly; "I am sure you have travelled far and have much you need to discuss but can I offer you some food after the journey? Humble fare, but honest nonetheless."