Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 0:21:44 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg While she led their way back to her room, her mind raced. She knew Sunetra wouldn't take any chances with the possibility of being overheard in her plotting with Kitsuki Naseru, but an alarm to the Seppun Guard was the quickest way to grab the spy…Maybe, if she knew it was Satomi, a Scorpion, things would go calm… maybe not. Anyway, if they find Izo out Izo also heard them… Satomi also knew it was a matter of time until the Seppun guard was checking the passageway in her bedroom…They had but few minutes to decide what to do. Izo, please go now. Leave the castle. I'll say we had an argument. She said as soon as they reached the room. She heard the alarm bells, the whistling arrows, and the rush of guards entering the Scorpion quarters. She looked up at him, wondering why in hell he was still there: Izo!
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 0:34:04 GMT
His own mind raced, but more on the mater of solutions to their immediate problems to anything else. One thing izo had been good at in th years they had been apart was ensuring noone suspected him of any wrongdoing whatsoever regardless of the fact of the matter. Sure it had cost him a great deal in the terms of loss, pain and suffering, but some secrets were worth taking to the grave for a more prosperous Rokugan.
Now he had a plan and a potentially unwitting co conspirator. He had too little time to make it out. She was afraid and he couldn't help wonder why she was so fearful for all of a second.
"Horrible plan." he intoned in a commanding tone, almost as if admonishing a child with its utter lack of Machiavellian style. For being a great commander and Scorpion her plans fell short when it came to committing atrocities and getting away with it, but that was probably for the best. At least there was one honest Scorpion about.
He quickly started to strip off his armor. "They would catch me in the hallways and ask too many questions. I cannot be suspect at all for my meeting with Sunetra." he knocked over a few things in his haste, better to add to the air of passion. "better to let people think what was assumed for my visit in the first place. Unless of course you would rather see me executed for no crime." true that might be going a bit far. He was a Chief Emerald Magistrate and he had every write to investigate where he wished provided he had a reason but he did not want to argue. He always felt he was rather poor at it and it never seemed to accomplish much. He just hoped showing a bit of who he really was, would not break their friendship.
"It is not the circumstances I imagined when I said to share your bed if its any consolation." ok maybe he hadn't changed completely over the years. He held his hands at his obi and waited for her to agree to the plan before he decided to bare all..
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 0:56:27 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg She knew it wasn't the best of the plans, and she knew she was afraid. For him… and for herself. But she hadn't time to explain him what she intended to do next. Maybe Satomi changed a lot when she had her brief reunion with her son, the little thing with bright eyes and which showed no interest in her figure after all. Now she had something to lose, and while his future wasn't secured, she must survive… The fear she thought lost in the battle for the Last Tower, returned in an unexpected manner. And of course, Izo didn't know how Sunetra got Satomi under her thumb… His idea was good, it indeed would need nerves. She silently started to strip, having less pieces than him to undress it didn't take long. In the same situation, with any other man, she wouldn't mind or be shy of stripping her clothes and pretending to be with a lover. However, it was Izo… And she was shy of him seeing her naked body and its old scars. A silly thing that only matters when one's opinion does matter.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
Scorpion Hatamoto
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 1:29:27 GMT
Well, this was going to be harder then expected he suddenly found. The sounds of alarms drove him onward and he couldn't help but steal a glance over at Satomi as she undressed. Definitely not how he imagined this night going or this particular set of circumstances for the first time. She had old warriors scars telling of her time as a general..
As he disrobed and set his stuff in a haphazard pile near the be his own were revealed, a lifetime of violence, suffering, sacrifice, and secrets painted on his frame. Scars cast of ambushes by unspoken creatures and arrows of bandits now forgotten. Maddened shugenja and their multitude of spells designed to kill and others to corrupt. Of flesh set to torch and whip to pry secrets loose with torture.
Clearing his throat to break the tension before climbing into her bed. "The years have been kind to you." perhaps this wasn't such a great idea after all. Certainly his subconscious had thought this was what he wanted and that it was a good idea.. sound plan or no ancestors help me.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 2:18:28 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg "A Scorpion never is in a hurry." And she didn't know why Paneki's words popped up in her mind when the Seppun started to knock door after door, demanding access. The Scorpions reaction, of course, was slow and deliberate. It would grant them some minutes, at least. As she eyed her naked friend climbing her bed, she wa neither surprised nor indiferent; Izo's scars told his story, and it was a tough one, she thought. For someone who usually knows how and when to keep his mouth shut, Izo chose a strange comment to do in such situation. She sat by his side, and caressed the good side of his face with a half smile: Just shut up!No need to take it further, she guessed, in a few moments I grab my robe and go attend the door anyway. Just need to be calm and indignant enough before giving them passage. Taking a deep breath, she sought inspiration and closing her eyes she calmed herself, imagining all of what could have happened in a perfect world. Leaning over him just enough to kiss the curve of his neck and his Adam's apple, "breaking the ice", so to speak, making her breath heavy and rhythmic… Letting this sensual persona take over to bring a flushed tone to her cheeks and maybe a husky voice. At least breathing that way was calming her a little bit: She undid her hairdo, looking intently at him. Put your hands in my hair, make it messy… One thing I say: we never live up to the rumors we feed, even after all this time.
Not much after she said that, they violently knocked at their door.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
Scorpion Hatamoto
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 2:47:15 GMT
Gave a half smile of his own as that was all he was capable of managing. The caress and its unexpectedness brought a warmth to his cheeks. Letting out a soft hmhm of a laugh as she told him to shut up.
He couldn't recall the last time she was so close, it made the gap of the years seem to shrink and widen all at the same time. So much unknown history and yet so much known as well. When had he fallen for her? Or had it always been so? A subtle undertone in the way the always had acted around one another but never went forward with it.
Izo hadn't anticipated her falling into her role so easily, or was she being honest? The kiss to his neck causing more excitement and doubt all at the same time. Bah what did it matter if it was fake or real so long as they sold it? They had to make it past the next 5 minutes to get to the next and figure out where they stood. He complied with her request, but only to pull her into a deep kiss, that did could not lie however brief it might be. His fingers sifting through her hair as if it was fine sand and mussing it up.
She had told him to shut up after all and he had always enjoyed speaking with action rather then words..
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 1,080| Likes: 322
Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 3:45:37 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg As he did it, and kissed her, she buried her nails in his shoulders, arms, not caring it if would hurt or bleed. It should cause some impression in the guards; and she felt like doing it, anyway. Lady Satomi, open the door!
An impatient second call was heard, and Satomi pushed Izo, shifting away from his arms and his unexpected kiss… For a moment she thought he was having fun and his share of good time of this moment. What's going on? She responded in the usual Satomi way, leaving the bed towards the door. Grabbing the robe in her way to the door, and dressing it in a careless manner, she slid the screened door just a bit: You sounded an alarm? What happened? Lady Satomi we need to enter your room to access a passage we need to check. We suspect of infiltrators in the castle.She took a deep breath, then slid the door open, letting them in. Of course their reaction was priceless when they spotted Izo in her bed. For a moment the Captain and his men went static, then finally moved to the hidden door. The Captain however raised an eyebrow and used his time to look at them; especially at her, tip to toe, then said: I supposed you haven't heard nor saw anything or anyone, do you?
Showing nothing more than impatience and a general concern with the information she just received, she ignored his rhetoric question, and instead asked: Do you need any help? Not at the moment, Lady Satomi, but thank you for offering. But I'm afraid we are going to dislodge you from your room.
Hida-san, Bayushi-san, I'm sorry for the inconvenience. He said before following his men into the tunnel. She exchanged a glance at Izo, when they're alone in the room, and started picking clothes to dress. Now you go, Izo.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 245| Likes: 75
Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
Scorpion Hatamoto
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 4:00:28 GMT
Watched her head towards the door in the buff hoping it wouldn't be the last time he saw such a sight. Hearing the guards he rolled his eyes. Seppun.. useless in thought exceptional in action, he had commandeered a platoon or two n his time as Magistrate, Ronin were best dealt with when there was some highborn fodder to catch arrows.
When they stopped seeing him in her bed he just gave them the look of death as any man had right to do.
"Absolutely the worst trip i have ever made to this Kyuden. You can guarantee the Emerald Champion will hear of this disturbance." one way or another he figured that was true and not really by him. Half truths- a beautiful thing.
Once they had disappeared or a time and she said her words he redressed and looked over to her. "We could always resume back at my room. You know it will take hours for them to wake the master of the house and get you somewhere new assigned." both practical and beneficial to him..
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 1,080| Likes: 322
Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 4:19:07 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg She just stared at him, thinking he was obviously kidding but half afraid he wasn't. Rumors of infiltrators and assassins in the castle… I don't think I'm going to sleep, dear Izo.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 245| Likes: 75
Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
Scorpion Hatamoto
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 4:35:36 GMT
Her one eyed stare made him pause a moment. Assessing his position with the efficacy of a legendary commander.. and even those were known to make mistakes from time to time. his next words were carefully chosen.
"Would you truly be opposed Satomi?" he prodded to the unspoken question written on her face. Regardless of the answer there was much he wanted to talk about.
"Do you really want to wait around here for the Seppun to do to their Duty or your master to come calling?" he re donned his armor and gestured to her "Help me with this." true one most likely did not need armor in the palace, but his paranoia served him well and his visage in the armor more so. As dark of a reputation as he had it paid to keep it going in all circumstances. Waiting for her to accept or deny his hospitality for the night.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 1,080| Likes: 322
Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 5:09:40 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg All of a sudden he was a lot demanding and full of silly questions. Questions she knew she doesn't really need to reply. Ok, why not?
She didn't mind helping him with his armor, however, and did it silently. New problems and the old ones weren't even solved, she thought. She had put him in this mess to begin with, and thought Izo was a bit angry. Going with him now was certainly putting her in a dilemma in the future, something Izo seemed rather unaware of. Satomi didn't want to say anything compromising in that room, anyway, so she grabbed some essential items and her weapons, and went with him.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 245| Likes: 75
Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 14:05:51 GMT
Gave her a nod of thanks and contained a sigh. She was too quiet, that always meant trouble where she was concerned. So they walked silently unless she broke the silence somehow. His pace was measured as he was in no hurry and did not want to give away to anyone that they passed any indication of his motives or feelings. So much work to be among the movers of Rokugani society. He was already longing for the simple life away from the intrigue of the courts, but that time had now past.
When they arrived he went in first and scouted it out before lighting a lantern and motioning her inside.
"I went through two rooms before getting this one. I have also checked it numerous times. It should be a safe a place to talk as any." he had no servants for numerous reasons. Any he retained were kept else ware out of the reaches of corruption. It was the new paranoid lifestyle he lead. To his credit everything was in impeccable order.
"What troubles you?" he could read her enough to know she wasn't exactly thrilled at this idea.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 1,080| Likes: 322
Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 14:32:48 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg She put her belongings in a corner of the room, taking notice of its flawless organization. It seems I'm having a hard time figuring out how not to be a general anymore. You know, following orders, planning small, letting other people lead, doing those small things myself. That was a way to explain some things, but not everything. That crazy night started so differently of what it ended, they went through so many weird situations in a spam two hours or so. It's my fault, I learned to love who I was, then I found out it wasn't who I am.
She smiled and found a place to sit down. Asking him to forget what they heard was silly. She should tell her Champion Izo was there was well, but she wouldn't… And that she didn't need to tell him anyway. And she knew... He loved to have something to care... Ha, I don't need to fool myself, do I? I truly missed him. But maybe not this part of our weird game.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 245| Likes: 75
Rings: Earth:5 Water:4 Fire:3 Air:3 Void:1
Scorpion Hatamoto
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Aug 31, 2014 15:15:49 GMT
Not exactly what he had expected her to say at first, but that never changed. He sat down next to her and hmmed softly at her words.
"I think you are looking at it the wrong way Satomi." he thought how to explain it then shrugged and just went for pure hard fact. "I never expected to become a Magistrate let alone an Emerald one. We both know I fully expected to be a fighter on the wall and maybe climb through the ranks a bit." not a Rikogonshokan that was for sure.
"It however allowed me to reinvent myself to be who I needed to be and in some cases who I truly am. Your in a unique position to be whomever you want and not to make this about me, but I apologize for not being there when all the accusations were flying. Back to the point however, now I am Hida Izo Chief Emerald Magistrate, the Demon Crab of Justiceor whatever foolish names what few survivors of my exploits have given me. Though I am not sure stubborn generals like yourself can change for the better." he was of course teasing with that last bit.
He took off his kabuto and mempo and set them on a stand nearby.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
Posts: 1,080| Likes: 322
Rings: Earth 4 * Fire: 5 *Air 3 * Water 1 * Void 3
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Aug 31, 2014 15:57:44 GMT
rokuganee2.files.wordpress.com/2014/09/sat-scorpion.jpg She listened attentively, putting some thought on his words, and how he described himself and them her glance went to his mempo and kabuto, his scary armor and the slight sneer at his own words, at the corner of his mouth subtly betraying him. Be honest, Izo: do you think I stole what was yours? Your destiny?
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