Bayushi Satomi
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Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Nov 3, 2014 1:08:42 GMT
If it is an urgent matter, Izo-sama, we of course can retire and let our fine men enjoying the excellent company of Isuke-san while we talk. While not stressed in her reply, "urgent" was the key for her to move from her seat. She knew it wasn't urgent, or he wouldn't have waited that long. Or the next day, after a full night of sleep and with a refreshed mind, if you prefer. At your convenience, Izo-sama.
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Bayushi Izo
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 3, 2014 1:34:18 GMT
"I would not wish to miss out on such a rare treat and seeing as how it is not the most pressing of issues it can wait till tomorrow at a time you would prefer."
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Nov 3, 2014 11:17:15 GMT
Do we need privacy, Izo-sama?
Was her question when Izo entered the War Room, that was where she received him in the next morning. As polite to rokugani, the first part of the morning was reserved to other things, so this meeting was around the noon, when everyone had made their first meal of the day and the late sleepers were up and ready.
She used the time to dictate instructions for her brief absence during the Amethyst Championship, and a few more. If the political scenario was like it was outlining in this summer and fall, the Scorpion troops stationed in the southern borders should remain in alertness.
Her assistants buzzed around, doing their chores as usual, but bowed to his arrival in a ordered corridor between the Champion's consort and the General, and were prepared to remain as such until they receive permission from one of them.
Have you eaten rice today?
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Bayushi Izo
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 3, 2014 23:16:20 GMT
Izo had slept fitfully when he finally had, damnable dreams were wearing thin on his patience and nerves. Now to deal with more of Satomi's games. At least she had the etiquette to schedule their meeting later in the day so he could sleep in and still look the presentable self everyone expected him to be. Still despite his mask the dour expression reached his eyes.
Calmly he reflected that the corridor of souls between them may have well been all of Rokugan for the distance that was between them. Still he would make the attempt despite whatthe future held for them both.
"It was Sunetra-tono's intention our meeting be in private and I have thank you. Have you received Inari's blessing as well?"
He certainly had no intention of ordering around her servants despite his station. No need to add more logs to this already outrageous fire.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Nov 3, 2014 23:24:34 GMT
Dismissed. She spoke and one minute later they were alone in the room.
Yes, it's a fine day, Izo-sama. Thank you. How is Sunetra-dono? She said casually, carefully cleaning her hanko after use and putting it in its box..
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Bayushi Izo
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 3, 2014 23:32:19 GMT
A question he was never sure how to answer.
"She is in good health even as her duties as Champion her and myself busy. Though one might surmise you are perhaps less then thrilled about me being your new Hatamoto." 'For an endless variety of reasons that given your mind i will never understand' Leaving it at that for the moment. Genuinely wanting to hear what she had to say on the matter for better or worse even as he anticipated worse.
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Bayushi Satomi
Unwanted Betrothed
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Nov 3, 2014 23:37:25 GMT
Perhaps I am finally starting to understand my old friend. Unless you are not my old friend anymore.
She sat down next to a table full of maps, but didn't bother to offer him a seat.
Speaking of that, what's the song…? The song of our farewell ten years ago?
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Bayushi Izo
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 3, 2014 23:49:10 GMT
"I have never been the most understood of people at the best of times, but I will always be your friend regardless of the circumstances or our stations in life.."
He was mulling over taking a seat as she asked him about their song. More the why then the what. He drifted over to her and leaned down to whisper the words in the most passable tone he could manage.
He leaned back a small space as he locked his intense gaze on hers "Many things I have forgotten, but never that."
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Bayushi Satomi
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Post by Bayushi Satomi on Nov 4, 2014 0:03:52 GMT
She closed her good eye briefly (and she hated the dampness underneath the eyepatch; it always happened when she got nervous).
Thank you. she whispered, almost sensually.
When she opened her eye again, she didn't avoid his gaze, but asked:
So you got best friends with Sotaro-sensei, convinced people you are sort of a past legend and managed to marry the second most important woman in the Empire. That's what you took 10 years preparing yourself for?
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 4, 2014 0:20:40 GMT
"Your welcome." his tone softening briefly. At her words one of his eyes winced slightly and he moved a seat so he could sit close to her.
"If you are to believe anything I say believe me when I say it certainly wasn't the desired outcome." what was he to say? He let out a genuine sigh. "As good an actor as I can be the past legend is no joke. I am better with a katana left handed then I have ever been with my right. There are other things of course.. but you get the idea."
He paused a second and looked at her "Or are you trying to ask me just what in Jigoku I was up to in those ten years? Your not exactly catching me in my prime today." smiling briefly behind his mask enough where one could tell by the slight squint at his eye.
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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 Nov 4, 2014 0:33:53 GMT
Nevermind, then. she turned her head. What does my Champion wishes YOU to tell me? While she did not exactly knew WHAT Izo was about to say, she had good ears and eyes in Kyuden Bayushi and could pick from a few options. Courtesy of a true Bayushi family even Sunetra hadn't, if she was to believe her grandmother Masako.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 4, 2014 0:49:41 GMT
"Hmm.. very well then Satomi.. it is with great honor Sunetra has found you a suitable husband and made by my hand my possible.. to Yasuki Hachi." there was little doubt in the tone of his words that he wasn't thrilled ad that it had been scripted by Sunetra's hand no doubt.
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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 Nov 4, 2014 1:05:24 GMT
Uhn… Is she going to break an important tradition of our clan just to make a point?
That was exactly what Yojiro talked to her. Not about this stupid idea of marriage, but about Sunetra. To Hachi? She asked as if wishing a confirmation.
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Bayushi Izo
Scorpion Clan
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Post by Bayushi Izo on Nov 4, 2014 1:31:29 GMT
"She does what pleases her." it was said in a tone that conveyed far beyond the words. He gave a grim nod "Yes, To Hachi."
He watched Satomi quietly a moment "If there was something I could do, you know I would." It was times like these he wondered if Sunetra intended to push him over the edge and just kill her.. it was something to consider.
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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 Nov 4, 2014 1:43:45 GMT
Is there something you can't do?
Satomi sighed. She could have simply proposed an alliance, couldn't she? WHY does she have advisors and generals? If she DOES what she wishes? She tilted her head a little, curiously analyzing Izo's "Scorpion" look. You are looking good, you know?
But I digress… I was risking my head telling my champion's husband that I deeply disagree on her methods of governing our clan and even on her last decisions on exterior politics. And you know why I do it without fearing what my Champion can do to me?
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