Shisumo's Untitled Campaign

Game Master Shisumo

"Ume-san, do you think that Kaede-heika started as she was today? There was a time when she was simply a bright young girl approaching her gempukku, likely with a great deal of apprehension as is common in all young samurai." Kenshi paused a moment to let the image sink in.

"It is the choices we make in life that define us Ume-san - not who we stand in front of or even who we were born as. Kaede-heika made her choices, just as you must make your choices. That hers have carried her so far is a testament to her ability, but even her ability can be tied back to her choices. You have made wise choices thus far Ume-san - otherwise you would not be here to represent our clan. I have no reason to think that your future choices will shame you - even in front of Kaede-heika."

Airi smirks a little smirk of her own, returning a bow that was not so much mocking but ever so slightly sarcastic, and maybe a little silly.

[b]"Much I've heard of the strength of the Crab, but the Kitsu do not often travel outside Lion lands, and so I wanted to see for myself the brave ones who defend the Empire.

"But please, don't pay me any mind, continue the stories. Festivities are festivities...and what's a little festive mood without some impropriety?" The last part of her statement carries an undertone of suggestiveness in a general manner that invites the listener to draw their own conclusions.

Retreating from the festive mood, Seijuro goes to see how his ward is doing. Perhaps some celebration will do him good.

Entering into the dojo, Seijuro seeks out Arata immediately. "My apologies for breaking your solitude, Arata-san, but it seems that festivities have begun outside. The Empress, Fortunes protect her, is with child. If you would like, you may seek some reprieve from your studies."