Katashima
Committed
Roleplay posts: 77 
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 15:28:53 GMT -8
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Post by Katashima on Aug 27, 2015 23:58:52 GMT -8
Location: Hizashi Estate, Court Room
Characters: Akaisen, Kasumi, Kazue, Kenjin, Ronotaka, Ruby Fletcher, Yu
Special Notes: All role playing posts will be conducted in this thread. As the story progresses, new threads will be created and your characters will be directed where to post. The Game Master (Katashima) will move the story along, with or without you. So, please post regularly and contact me if you cannot post for a period of time.
Isao no Kakita, Hatamoto to Lord Hizashi Genji, summons several personages to the court of the reigning daimyo. The young samurai appears recovered from his wound and presents a regal bearing, his face stoic as he prepares to address the assembly.
"Several days ago a spirit possessing a warrior led a band of bandits and ronin to attack this estate," Isao explained. "The attack was foiled; we exorcised and banished the spirit. Now I seek to see this spirit put to rest for good, might it never threaten my Lordship ever again."
Isao nodded to the seven before him.
"If you vanquish this spirit and return with proof of its demise, you will be summarily rewarded for your service."
A servant brought a chest into the court and Isao opened it, revealing a felt lined interior where seven sets of prayer beads rested. "Each of you should take one, blessed as they are, so that the spirit will never seize you again," he spoke.
"Next I send you to a shrine dedicated to Ryu-jin, the god of wisdom. There a shrine maiden will bless your swords-" Isao looked between the warriors, "-so you can harm the creature in its realm."
"Afterwards beseech the rumored returned drsgon for the knowledge to travel between this realm and the next. I trust you will be able to find the way... Beyond that your trials are yours to overcome. Do you have any questions?"
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Kazue
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 136 
Age: 419
Physical Description: Kazue is a Kitsune spirit. Many people find them as being tricksters and pranksters.
Even though she can change appearances she usually shows herself a blond woman with golden eyes, dressed in a soft red kimono with golden details. Her six tails and a pair of ears is visible as well and strawberryblond in colour.
Registered: Aug 21, 2015 10:28:36 GMT -8
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Post by Kazue on Aug 28, 2015 6:58:29 GMT -8
As Kazue listened to Isao it was all to clear to her what was expected of her. As she was a spirit among the people that were send on this mission she had to lead them and teach them about the spirit world and spirit behavior.
As they were offered the prayer beads she declined them as she was immune to being taken over by the spirit. She was still hoping this spirit proved to be the same one that she had been looking for, because she would gladly make her vanish forever.
"And I will see all you lovely people at the Ryu-jin shrine." Kazue said as she waved them goodbye before dissapearing and making her way to the Ryu-shrine her own way.
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Ruby Fletcher
Dedicated
Bored
Roleplay posts: 130
Age: 16
Physical Description: The youngest member of the rich part of the Fletcher family, Ruby is small and innocent looking. She has white hair and a pretty face, as well as fancy, fashionable clothes.
Clothes and Equipment: She generally wears a dress and a bow in her hair, playing up her "sweet innocent little girl" look. She doesn't carry weapons, but instead has a small pet cat named Sharky in her handbag.
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 14:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by Ruby Fletcher on Aug 28, 2015 7:13:47 GMT -8
Ruby raises her hand.
"Uh, about that 'swords' bit...I don't have one."
She hugs her cat nervously as she picks up a bead. Sharky snarls at Kazue.
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Yu, The Vagrant
Committed
On an assignment
Roleplay posts: 68
Age: 38
Physical Description: The ronin is built heavily, his weight apparent by his earth-shaking steps. His green, foggy eyes are always fixed to whatever is in right of him, making him an intimidating person to talk to. A deep scar runs from his chin to his right ear, partially being covered by his messy, dark hair. The index finger of his right hand has been cut.
Clothes and Equipment: His clothes are unconventional to these parts of Katashima: A heavy fur cloak, Tied with a woollen sash, much like how most people tie their kimonos.
He carries around a traditional bokken, a wooden training sword. His main method of attacking uses coins, three sacred oils, and a style of fighting he developed that utilises the feet as well as the blade.
He sometimes uses a black, lotus-patterned kimono with a gray obi, whenever he needs to visit a court or high society. Then he would also tie his hair back to a chonmage, making his scar more apparent than ever.
Player's online availability : Weekdays-sometimes Weekends-most of the time
Registered: Aug 10, 2015 13:34:34 GMT -8
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Post by Yu, The Vagrant on Aug 28, 2015 11:35:53 GMT -8
Yu examined the entrails of the chest with slight disappointment. Beads were a common method of repelling evil, if not the most sophisticated. "Beads... Very well. I accept. One can never know." He took one set and tied it around his wrist.
He had been to the village earlier that day and changed to his travelling clothes. His "katana" was more like five bamboo sticks tied together, with a convex piece of wood serving as a hand guard. Three jars of oil each no bigger than a bottle of sake were stitched into his jacket. Each of them was marked differently: "Heaven", "Earthly", and "Forbidden". A bag of coins was hanging on his waist level, so he might easily access it with his left hand.
He looked over to Ruby. "Find someone who has. Sharky is likely to find hidden spirits. It will keep you safe, and alert the rest of us." He tried to comfort her with a smile but couldn't help making it seem pretentious. "I can walk you back to the village, so you don't have to go alone. Do you know where the shrine is?"
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Ruby Fletcher
Dedicated
Bored
Roleplay posts: 130
Age: 16
Physical Description: The youngest member of the rich part of the Fletcher family, Ruby is small and innocent looking. She has white hair and a pretty face, as well as fancy, fashionable clothes.
Clothes and Equipment: She generally wears a dress and a bow in her hair, playing up her "sweet innocent little girl" look. She doesn't carry weapons, but instead has a small pet cat named Sharky in her handbag.
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 14:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by Ruby Fletcher on Aug 28, 2015 11:39:34 GMT -8
"Oh yeah, Violet wanted to see it. Can I stick with you? You seem like you know what you're doing...and Sharky can help you find...whatever it is you're looking for."
Ruby walks out to the Shrine, Yu in tow.
[Exit to Shrine to Ryu-jin]
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Kasumi
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 105
Age: 23
Physical Description: Thin, almost frail build, but is 5'6". Her black hair reaches the mid of her back, but she keeps it tied up with her grandmother's hairpins. Her eyes are light brown, amber.
Clothes and Equipment: Kasumi wears a simple pale green kimono with an off white obi and sandals. She keeps her tessan fans on either side of her waist tucked in her obi.
Registered: Aug 25, 2015 17:51:52 GMT -8
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Post by Kasumi on Aug 28, 2015 12:07:57 GMT -8
Kasumi was grateful, somewhat. She didn't exactly like the idea that she was going to have to deal with other people on such a mission, but she didn't have much of a choice... she had asked. The woman bowed and took the bead, tying it around her neck with a cord from one of her fans. She sighed, "Thank you." And departed to the shine.
She was happy that her wound was able to heal much faster than what she had previously had predicted. Not being able to receive a blessing for her fans would most likely cause her this job. She did not want to sit around in that guest room any longer, especially in a mansion. She didn't want to risk anyone recognizing her some how.
Kasumi washed her hands in a small pool to the right of the shrine and then placed the ladle in it's rightful place, before going to the main portion of the shrine. She bowed to the priestess beside it and than clapped twice, bowing deeply to show her respect to the kami of the shrine.
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Ruby Fletcher
Dedicated
Bored
Roleplay posts: 130
Age: 16
Physical Description: The youngest member of the rich part of the Fletcher family, Ruby is small and innocent looking. She has white hair and a pretty face, as well as fancy, fashionable clothes.
Clothes and Equipment: She generally wears a dress and a bow in her hair, playing up her "sweet innocent little girl" look. She doesn't carry weapons, but instead has a small pet cat named Sharky in her handbag.
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 14:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by Ruby Fletcher on Aug 28, 2015 13:32:08 GMT -8
[Oops]
Ruby enters the shrine, with Yu and Sharky.
"Uh...hi. What are we supposed to do, again? I don't have a sword to bless...And I still don't actually know what we're hunting."
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Yu, The Vagrant
Committed
On an assignment
Roleplay posts: 68
Age: 38
Physical Description: The ronin is built heavily, his weight apparent by his earth-shaking steps. His green, foggy eyes are always fixed to whatever is in right of him, making him an intimidating person to talk to. A deep scar runs from his chin to his right ear, partially being covered by his messy, dark hair. The index finger of his right hand has been cut.
Clothes and Equipment: His clothes are unconventional to these parts of Katashima: A heavy fur cloak, Tied with a woollen sash, much like how most people tie their kimonos.
He carries around a traditional bokken, a wooden training sword. His main method of attacking uses coins, three sacred oils, and a style of fighting he developed that utilises the feet as well as the blade.
He sometimes uses a black, lotus-patterned kimono with a gray obi, whenever he needs to visit a court or high society. Then he would also tie his hair back to a chonmage, making his scar more apparent than ever.
Player's online availability : Weekdays-sometimes Weekends-most of the time
Registered: Aug 10, 2015 13:34:34 GMT -8
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Post by Yu, The Vagrant on Aug 28, 2015 14:29:54 GMT -8
As he stepped the final step to the shrine, Yu was impressed by the purity of this shrine. The water was crystal clear and the plantlike was flourishing, with no sings of weeds anywhere. No wonder a dragon would want to return to a place this well-kept! He answered Ruby while still partly dazzled by their surroundings. "I think... For now, we'll just wait for the others."
He reached for his bag and pulled out a handful of coins. "Have these blessed. They might not be enough to dispel the spirit completely, but they should buy you enough time until one of us gets to you." He pressed the coins against her hand. "Don't get separated, okay?" He was looking her square in the eye to make sure she understood.
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Ruby Fletcher
Dedicated
Bored
Roleplay posts: 130
Age: 16
Physical Description: The youngest member of the rich part of the Fletcher family, Ruby is small and innocent looking. She has white hair and a pretty face, as well as fancy, fashionable clothes.
Clothes and Equipment: She generally wears a dress and a bow in her hair, playing up her "sweet innocent little girl" look. She doesn't carry weapons, but instead has a small pet cat named Sharky in her handbag.
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 14:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by Ruby Fletcher on Aug 28, 2015 14:42:58 GMT -8
"Gotcha. Thanks, Yu."
She takes the coins gratefully and walks into the shrine, looking around for a shrine maiden.
"Uh...excuse me...is anyone here? I need to get something blessed. Hello? Anyone?"
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Deleted
Roleplay posts: 0
Registered: May 18, 2024 15:37:15 GMT -8
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Post by Deleted on Aug 28, 2015 14:47:36 GMT -8
Ronotaka spoke to ruby as he grabbed the beads from the chest, "We are hunting the monster that possessed me. A dark spirit that threatens this land's rulers." He wrapped the beads around his right wrist. I would need my swords back, as they were prefered by the spirit a new pair would be prefered." Ronotaka was grateful to enter this fight, a chance to win back his honor.
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Kasumi
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 105
Age: 23
Physical Description: Thin, almost frail build, but is 5'6". Her black hair reaches the mid of her back, but she keeps it tied up with her grandmother's hairpins. Her eyes are light brown, amber.
Clothes and Equipment: Kasumi wears a simple pale green kimono with an off white obi and sandals. She keeps her tessan fans on either side of her waist tucked in her obi.
Registered: Aug 25, 2015 17:51:52 GMT -8
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Post by Kasumi on Aug 28, 2015 15:06:55 GMT -8
Kasumi stood in the corner, scowling. How could this be most of the team that Samurai rounded up? It was ragged at best. She wanted to vanquish the spirit in at most a week.
Though she didn't understand why the man who was just possessed is around. Shouldn't someone have just... She groaned, knowing she couldn't compare herself to anyone. She rubbed her face with a small groan. She had to stop thinking as an individual. This was a group effort and she can't have everyone hating her the complete journey.
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Katashima
Committed
Roleplay posts: 77
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 15:28:53 GMT -8
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Post by Katashima on Aug 28, 2015 22:49:09 GMT -8
When the pilgrims (Kasumi, Kazue, Ronotaka, Ruby and Yu) arrived at the shrine they would find an ancient torii arch at the foot of a series of stone steps. Amidst a forested foothill the steps climbed up the side of a mountain. At its base was a small temple - a wooden structure with a low, tiled roof. The vacinity of the temple was clean from someone's obvious attentions. Inside the shrine was a small shrine. Smooth wooden floors and walls housed rows of candles on the eastern and western faces. The northern shrine consisted if the shrine proper.
Seat on an ornate altar laid the lounging form of a dragon. The spirit was no.larger than a dog with a length of coils of jade scales. His eyes were golden, his mane and whiskers silver, his claws and spines ruby. Two budding cedar horns were beginning to protrude from his crown. The creature appeared highly alert and cat-like in its attentions. Its tail flicked behind itself.
"Greetings, wayward children," the creature spoke. A forked tongue flickered between rows of sharp, pointed teeth. "I am Ryu-jin, God of Wisdom. How might I help you? Visitors come here with good reason."
For all his majesty, the spirit was still little more than a dog in stature.
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Yu, The Vagrant
Committed
On an assignment
Roleplay posts: 68
Age: 38
Physical Description: The ronin is built heavily, his weight apparent by his earth-shaking steps. His green, foggy eyes are always fixed to whatever is in right of him, making him an intimidating person to talk to. A deep scar runs from his chin to his right ear, partially being covered by his messy, dark hair. The index finger of his right hand has been cut.
Clothes and Equipment: His clothes are unconventional to these parts of Katashima: A heavy fur cloak, Tied with a woollen sash, much like how most people tie their kimonos.
He carries around a traditional bokken, a wooden training sword. His main method of attacking uses coins, three sacred oils, and a style of fighting he developed that utilises the feet as well as the blade.
He sometimes uses a black, lotus-patterned kimono with a gray obi, whenever he needs to visit a court or high society. Then he would also tie his hair back to a chonmage, making his scar more apparent than ever.
Player's online availability : Weekdays-sometimes Weekends-most of the time
Registered: Aug 10, 2015 13:34:34 GMT -8
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Post by Yu, The Vagrant on Aug 29, 2015 0:07:16 GMT -8
Yu was the second to approach the dragon, after Kazue. He knelt in front of Ruy-jin to pay his respects, bowing his head as he did so. Dragons were known to be immensely powerful, even if this one was barely even hatched. Acting arrogant in front of a dragon could spell death.
"O-Ryu-jin-sama, we were sent here by Isao no Kakita, hatamoto to Lord Genji, to seek help in finding an destroying the evil spirit that is a threat to these lands." His voice was tempered as he spoke. "We need to approach the demon in its own realm, where mortals cannot travel through usual means. We beg you, Ryu-jin-sama, to help us find a way to the world beyond this one."
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Katashima
Committed
Roleplay posts: 77
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 15:28:53 GMT -8
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Post by Katashima on Aug 29, 2015 0:42:15 GMT -8
The dragon rested his chin on his curled claws as his bright, golden eyes scrutinized the man before him. He murmured a moment, his tail flicking behind him, like an attentive feline. His snout sniffed at the air before his forked tongue flickered.
"Ah, a worthy question," the dragon cooed.
"Though this... Demon... Is much less than you are given to believe. Though it is with a great sadness, child, that I cannot disagree with why one might seek her out in the realms beyond. Tell me, are you familiar with the lands beyond our own?"
"Just as there is a Heaven above and a Hell below, there a realm before you," he murmured. "However, crossing into the realm where you might find her is no easy task. Surely my sister may find the way but none may follow. You require a key to enter the gate. The gate is easy to find, it is where men no longer worship for the spirit of nature has stolen it from your kind. The key, however, belongs to another. The Lady of Spiders is unlike to part with her prize."
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Kazue
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 136
Age: 419
Physical Description: Kazue is a Kitsune spirit. Many people find them as being tricksters and pranksters.
Even though she can change appearances she usually shows herself a blond woman with golden eyes, dressed in a soft red kimono with golden details. Her six tails and a pair of ears is visible as well and strawberryblond in colour.
Registered: Aug 21, 2015 10:28:36 GMT -8
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Post by Kazue on Aug 29, 2015 1:01:21 GMT -8
While Ryu-jin was talking to the others Kazue placed herself next to the dragon, she went into her fox form and cuddled up next to him. It had been a while since she had been able to be around someone she was comfortable with. The last time, the guy ended up not being like she thought he was. And he wouldn't have hugged her for who she was if she didn't trick him into it.
"I could cross, but it is to dangerous for me to go alone. If it was I would have done that years ago. There are many things that could hurt me in that realm." she spoke before settling down again next to the dragon.
"I missed you Nii-san." she whispered softly to him.
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Kenjin Uesung
Committed
Roleplay posts: 54
Age: 25
Registered: Aug 12, 2015 15:08:28 GMT -8
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Post by Kenjin Uesung on Aug 29, 2015 7:22:39 GMT -8
Kenjin patiently awaited for the others to collect their bead before he himself approached, slightly bowed to Isao and the others in concert, and retook his place. He stood there, silent, observant, and patiently. Before long the group all left and headed for the shrine. "I shall catch up," he told them, "but first I need to speak to someone." In truth, Kenjin would speak to no one; he lagged behind so as to let the others get a headstart.
Kenjin had been trailing the group for some time now. He kept low and to the shadows, hiding in the brush and behind structures and trees whenever possible. Silent and elusive.
"Take it in. Learn. Evolve. Discover." The voice which spoke to Kenjin was audible to no one but himself. Gripping his katana's hilt, Kenjin nodded and replied: "of course. Just like you said."
By the time the group had finally made it to the shrine, and proceed to speak to the great dragon Ryu-jin, Kenjin quietly entered the area, taking his place amongst his compatriots - still silent and observant as ever.
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Ruby Fletcher
Dedicated
Bored
Roleplay posts: 130
Age: 16
Physical Description: The youngest member of the rich part of the Fletcher family, Ruby is small and innocent looking. She has white hair and a pretty face, as well as fancy, fashionable clothes.
Clothes and Equipment: She generally wears a dress and a bow in her hair, playing up her "sweet innocent little girl" look. She doesn't carry weapons, but instead has a small pet cat named Sharky in her handbag.
Registered: Aug 20, 2015 14:28:59 GMT -8
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Post by Ruby Fletcher on Aug 29, 2015 7:38:12 GMT -8
Ruby looks surprised at the size of the dragon, but hides it. Strangely enough, Sharky purrs when Ruby approaches the creature.
"Um...hi. I'm a foreigner, but I got sucked into this...do you have any advice for the quest ahead?"
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Kasumi
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 105
Age: 23
Physical Description: Thin, almost frail build, but is 5'6". Her black hair reaches the mid of her back, but she keeps it tied up with her grandmother's hairpins. Her eyes are light brown, amber.
Clothes and Equipment: Kasumi wears a simple pale green kimono with an off white obi and sandals. She keeps her tessan fans on either side of her waist tucked in her obi.
Registered: Aug 25, 2015 17:51:52 GMT -8
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Post by Kasumi on Aug 29, 2015 9:05:58 GMT -8
Kasumi continued to watch, at least someone would be able to take charge and not look the fool. She would never admit it, but the dragon was making her uneasy.
The Lady of Spiders? Trying to go to such a place would be a quest on it's own, let alone finding a way to trade or pay her for the key. She might even try to kill them without asking what they're there for.
She would have been happier with the Lady of Rats, not any other insect. This is going to be so much more disgusting than she had ever thought.
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Roleplay posts: 0
Registered: May 18, 2024 15:37:15 GMT -8
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Post by Deleted on Aug 29, 2015 9:21:26 GMT -8
Ronotaka stayed quiet. Arms crossed across his chest. He would wait on the others to solve this, he did not need to get involved other than getting his swords blessed by the Priestess here.
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Ayame Hisakawa
Established
Roleplay posts: 40
Age: 23
Physical Description: Ayame is a young Miko (Shrine maiden) dedicated to the Kiyonai shrines. She is tasked with bringing the daily offerings and prayers to those shrines.
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Clothes and Equipment: As a Miko she wears a white kimono with a long red skirt on top of her. She shoewear consist of red sandals and white socks. She also has a white piece of cloth to tie her hair with.
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Registered: Aug 21, 2015 9:15:07 GMT -8
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Post by Ayame Hisakawa on Aug 29, 2015 9:42:41 GMT -8
The shrine maiden bowed in front of the group. "Welcome everybody, Isao-san had already informed you would be coming. If everyone would please put their weapon on the ground that they need to get blessed." She said with a warm smile.
Isao had explained her what they were trying to do and Ayame was glad to help them in any way she could. She could not join them in their quest because she had to stay near the shrine for Ryu-jin. It was important he was protected against human and spirit, and for now she felt like he could use her help in the matter.
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