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 22, 2014 20:22:57 GMT
After the tournament and some time in the hands of shugenja and masseuses, Satomi wasn't exactly totally recovered, but at least the blacks and blues were less noticeable. Something, however, was scratching in the back of her mind. She was less interested in rest than in checking by herself why in the hell Izo acted like he did in the duel. Discreetly she went to the Scorpion hatamoto's room, and announced herself to his staff when she was already in the ante chamber. Bayushi Izo..
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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 Nov 23, 2014 17:02:09 GMT
One of the servants stared at her feet as she got to her knees and bowed "Bayushi-sama, Hatamoto-sama has not been in the greatest of temperaments since this morning, but I will see you to him if that is your wish." she rose and moved to the door "Hatamoto-sama you have a guest. It is Bayushi Satomi-sama." "Send her in." his voice more gruff and irritated then usual. He did not bother to stand when she entered and motioned to a seat another servant bringing tea, her hands shaking as she set the tray down and retreated. It was a quiet environment filled with a dark foreboding as he stared at her. His mask still in place. Bayushi Satomi
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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 Nov 23, 2014 20:59:05 GMT
What's the problem with your hand, Bayushi Izo?
A casual question for a complex matter. She didn't mention what hand. That's how Satomi entered the room and accessed the situation. Izo was gruff most of time, yes, but not at the point of having people trembling at his mere presence. And she hadn't forgot... what she saw during the duel.
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Post by Kurimuzon Te on Nov 23, 2014 21:11:48 GMT
Mizuki found the unarmed combat to be mildly disappointing. She had expected her brother to handle himself better. When it was finally over and the contestants started to leave the field she walked over to where she had seen the Yoritomo diplomat. "Kasumi handled herself quite well, you must be proud."
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Post by The Storyteller on Nov 23, 2014 21:50:08 GMT
What? The lovely Mizuki is spending her time with that mild Mantis diplomat? Hachi had enough of the Mantis for one day. Yoritomo-san, Mizuki-san, what were your impressions of the unarmed combat? Everything as expected? He approached them with a friendly tone.
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Post by tsuruchi kasumi on Nov 23, 2014 22:39:42 GMT
"That she did, Miromoto-san," Rokuro said. He was about to bring up the topic from last night's dinner when Hachi joined them. He immediately bowed and made a mental note not to bring up the duel part. "I must say I was surprised, Yasuki-sama," he said, "I thought that the Lion delegation would be stronger. I'm sure Kasumi-san was as surprised as most people were, especially since her attack against Bayushi Satomi-san's team didn't seem to do anything. I can only think what would have happened if any of the others had attacked the Kitsu-san and his team."
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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 Nov 23, 2014 23:19:50 GMT
"I do not have time for your riddles, Satomi-sama. Why are you here?"
He seemed to be of the mind to hear her speak what she intended to say and send her on her way as quickly as possible. His arms firmly folded across his chest as he stared at her his eyes inspecting her as if for the first time truly seeing her.
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Post by The Storyteller on Nov 23, 2014 23:25:13 GMT
I'd say that the main characteristic of an Amethyst champion is compassion, Yoritomo-san... And the second most important characteristic is political strategy.
Turning to the Dragon maiden Hachi locked eyes to her for a brief moment before saying:
By the way, congratulations, Mizuki-san, your brother is a good leader. His team was flawless.
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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 23, 2014 23:34:38 GMT
Satomi smiled, seeming to relax. Well well, you seem better than I've imagined "Hatamoto-sama". I was worried because our last conversation... You of course remember what I asked you the last time we talked. I will ask you again. Do you have a response this time? Or still need some time to think? She doubted this "thing" would know about their song, their "secret safe word". if it did... well, it would be a problem.
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Post by Kurimuzon Te on Nov 23, 2014 23:58:57 GMT
"Why thank you Sama" she replied to the champion. It didn't surprise her that she wouldn't be able to speak with Rokuro here, there were too many others about. Still though, this was twice now that Hachi had come to her. With this many people she knew he had not spoken with everyone. "His team did well but it seems that he could have done better. If it weren't for the emperors armor he never would have stopped the scorpions attack, even as poorly as he did."
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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 Nov 24, 2014 0:02:59 GMT
"Measures are being taken already. You will have what you want by the festival unless you had other business to discuss?"
Whatever 'it' was seemed not to know what she was talking about thankfully.
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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 Nov 24, 2014 0:27:39 GMT
After the festival? Aren't you ready to join us tonight?
Whatever. You will not have another opportunity. She continued with her mildly casual tone. If you think you can change your mind I can arrange your entrance for this evening...
Satomi went to the door. Last chance, hatamoto. Is it all you have to say about it?
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Post by The Storyteller on Nov 24, 2014 0:43:38 GMT
Don't judge your brother so harshly milady. He was wise to manage his attack and defense in a way nobody felt offended and yet, his best skills shone in the test. He showed respect to other contenders in an area he was the absolute favorite. The Emerald Champions said sincerely. He'd make sure to send Mizuki a message inviting her for a stroll in a secluded garden later... Nothing like the view of the moon and a couple of well placed verses to warm a maiden's heart just enough to make her receptive to the warmth of his arms...
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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 Nov 24, 2014 0:45:31 GMT
It was quiet for a long moment before nodding his head. His eyes tracking her as she walked.
"Very well. If it your desire I join the banquet then make the arrangements and it will be so. Was that all?"
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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 Nov 24, 2014 1:13:07 GMT
Yes, "hatamoto". That's all. she cinically laughed before leaving, as if his gruff behavior was somewhat amusing. After leaving she made sure she wasn't being followed and spent some time wandering by the palace, thinking... She wasn't sure in who to trust. She wasn't totally sure she could trust her own clanmates for what she was about to do. How to be absolutely sure they were not infiltrated enemies? Izo and Sotaro were investigating the new activities of what they thought to be the Lying Darkness. She knew only what Sotaro decided to tell her, and it wasn't much. But one thing she knew: "Izo" wasn't her Izo and she must discover what happened to him. There were someone she trusted, however. After making up her mind, Satomi went to the Dragon quarters. She believed Kurimuzon Te (and maybe his sister) could help her to solve this problem... capture the false Izo and discover what it did to the true Izo? Once again, she looked for a Dragon to help her solve something related to someone she cared about... She managed to convince the Dragons she must tak to Kurimuzon Te urgently. They requested her to wait a bit, while they would see if he was available to receive her.
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