Itami Castle

"My steward Exim Kun while pay you a purse of (X Amount of currency) once you return successful, While we don't have an official currency yet, we've still gathered all sorts of cash from different regions, and the metal it's made of translates well in value. And of course anything you loot from what you kill is all yours." Shintaro answers the man, pointing at his manservant as he mentions his name. Exim Kun nods in recognition, he would have the assassin's payment ready by the time he got back. "If that is all, I look forward to your success, sir."

Shintaro gives the Ao salute of fist in palm as he leaves. Exim Kun would go off to get the purse ready. Once the assassin was gone, Shintaro returned to his business.

Shintaro was finished with work for now and would accept audience. "Let him in."

"You offer much, Mister Asthor. Before we go on though, may I inquire why you are known as 「The Sneak」?" Shintaro sat in his chair and looked at the caramel colored man with interest. He was always in need of talented men and a diplomat was one of the things he didn't have, he was also curious what he meant when he talks of entertainment.

"Ah, understandable, and so you wish to make a better name for yourself to change your family reputation. Very well, I am looking for somebody to fill a diplomatic role, if you have the skill for such. What is this entertainment you speak of though, I'm curious." Shintaro appreciated this man's honesty and his goal to improve his situation. Shintaro himself came from a dishonorable father and was working to create a better legacy.

"Oh?" Shintaro listens to the proposal. "Ah, of course, I'm reminded of troupes of performers that used to pass through my old homeland. Yes, A theatre sounds like a great idea. When people are aren't working and they don't have anything planned, they seek something to catch their attention. Some other nations that I've visited use arena's for entertainment, but blood sport is rather barbaric, not everyone has the stomach for it. This Theatre you suggest would be a much healthier thing for spectators to consume and would promote creative thinking, I like it!"

The warlord has changed his seating position so that he is leaning forward in his chair. "Mister Asthor, you've got a good head on your shoulders, I'd be glad to have clever man such as you work for me. This theatre would be a great thing to be built once permanent residences are completed. It would just be a matter of getting men and women talented in the arts to perform!"

Lord Nishida stands turns to the side with a grin on his face. He then turns back to Asthor. "Sir, I will grant you the role of diplomat until such point that you wish to retire from the position. You may also oversee the construction of such a theatre since it is your idea, once the time comes to build it. Spend your free time as you see fit, as long as you are able to answer my call when I require you."

Asthor is brought to Shintaro's presence. "Hello Mr. Asthor. I apologize you couldn't see me sooner, I had a meeting with one of my General Uesung. In the future once I can spare the men, I will have someone come along to summon you. I'm glad you've come around though."

"The time has come to begin trade relationship with one of our neighbors, The Steelscape in Isran territory. The Steelscape is an underground city run by a business called Equinox Industries. I've received contact from them recently saying they want to meet to discuss trade. I woul dlike you to go with some men as an escort for your mission. The man you're looking to meet is Archlord Astaroth. The Steelscape has many apothecaries and such, so they value special plants, for this reason you will take this plant with you, native to these lands. I've not seen it anywhere else before. Be careful in handling it, I don't know how frail it may be or if it's poisonous if touched in certain places, handle it with your arms and hands covered and don't let it touch your exposed face. An herbalist will know how to determine it's uses. Even if this plant is mundane, it will provide proof that we have exotic plants here not found anywhere else. We have not yet acquired a mine, so those resources aren't available to us yet but will be in the future.

"Take however long you need to schmooze and acquire a trade agreement. I also have a map of the pathway into Aozora that we've secured, this would be the route for trade, you take this with you as well to give to the Archlord. What say you? Do you accept this mission?"

<-Thread Post list for the Journey->
1. The Great Gate (you can ask directions here and such)
2. Portal Entrance to Sorrowful Spire
3. Archlord's Chambers (destination)

Asthor "Sneak" was brought to the room that Shintaro was in. In 2 months time many changes had occurred, the castle was completely restored and the town was looking established now. The soldiers were all more experienced and disciplined as well.

"Report! Mister Asthor has returned from his mission!"

"Asthor? I was concerned, send him in."

The guards would have Asthor enter to see the Warlord. Shintaro received Asthor and welcomed him back. "You've returned, I'm glad. What news do you bring?"

"Hm, I see. It is a shame to lose men, but they died doing their duty. Your mission was successful, those men can rest in peace knowing their deaths weren't in vain." Shintaro takes a look at Asthor's arm, "You've see a physician, yes?"

"I am pleased with these results, you've done your job famously. Metals are just what we need, and we have plenty of lumber to spare. You and the men who have returned are awarded #$*#&@$ amounts of money. I'd like you to have a good rest."