(D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

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(D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Asahina Bo » Tue Aug 10, 2021 9:59 pm

Having left his proper yari in his room, as befitting being a guest in foreign lands, Bo was carefully looking over and feeling out the practice spears that the dojo had to offer. Satisfied that he has found one closest in heft and feel to his own he places it aside and begins stretching as he waits for Narumi to arrive.
Crane Clan Bushi • Guardian Gourmand • Gentle Giant • Overly Honest • Unintentionally Uncouth
Glory: 39 • Honor: 67 • Status: 35 • Courtship: 34

Always carried: Daisho, ceremonial clothes, rare spices, a peony pendant
Expecting trouble: As above plus lacquered armor, yari

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Usogawa Narumi » Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:03 am

It wasn't long, barely time enough for the mountain to warm up before the Otter entered the dojo.
Certainly worn down, but not to the extent she'd been the day before, there's a noticeable weight to her shoulders.
"Asahina-san," she greeted Bo on approach, and everything went hazy. One-on-one, she could hardly raise her eyes to meet his, and that devastated her. Instead she brushed damp locks of hair from her face.
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22

Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Asahina Bo » Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:10 am

Bo nods as she enters and finishes his current stretch before approaching, "Hi Usogawa-san!"
Crane Clan Bushi • Guardian Gourmand • Gentle Giant • Overly Honest • Unintentionally Uncouth
Glory: 39 • Honor: 67 • Status: 35 • Courtship: 34

Always carried: Daisho, ceremonial clothes, rare spices, a peony pendant
Expecting trouble: As above plus lacquered armor, yari

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Usogawa Narumi » Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:51 am

"Hi..."
Was the room getting hot?
She rubbed a temple lightly, and looked way, way up to find his face.
"It's um. A bit rainy.. um, outside."
She could've facepalmed.
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22

Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Asahina Bo » Wed Aug 11, 2021 5:09 am

"Yeah things are a bit damp aren't they? I hope you're not feelin' cold. Come in and get comfortable."
Crane Clan Bushi • Guardian Gourmand • Gentle Giant • Overly Honest • Unintentionally Uncouth
Glory: 39 • Honor: 67 • Status: 35 • Courtship: 34

Always carried: Daisho, ceremonial clothes, rare spices, a peony pendant
Expecting trouble: As above plus lacquered armor, yari

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Usogawa Narumi » Wed Aug 11, 2021 12:39 pm

"I don't mind this weather at all, to be honest. It's soothing. More tolerable than oppressive heat and blinding sun."
She'd follow after the mountain pensively. "This is regretfully my first time inside the Shika's dojo, I don't, um, have much reason to come. I imagine you've spent a fair bit of time here? Keeping up with your regime?"
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22

Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Asahina Bo » Wed Aug 11, 2021 1:49 pm

He nods, "A few times. My duty here is the weddin' stuff but that doesn't mean I can let myself get rusty either."
Crane Clan Bushi • Guardian Gourmand • Gentle Giant • Overly Honest • Unintentionally Uncouth
Glory: 39 • Honor: 67 • Status: 35 • Courtship: 34

Always carried: Daisho, ceremonial clothes, rare spices, a peony pendant
Expecting trouble: As above plus lacquered armor, yari

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Usogawa Narumi » Wed Aug 11, 2021 5:10 pm

"Of course- we must'n't forget the most important reason why we're here; to show honour to our families and secure a harmonious match..." Her gaze fell. Conceal, don't feel, don't let it show.
"I'm sure your skills are tremendous, Asahina-san, and look forward to your demonstration."
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22

Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Asahina Bo » Thu Aug 12, 2021 5:27 am

The first part kind of goes over his head but he smiles at the latter, "I hope you enjoy it! Anythin' you wanted to see?"
Crane Clan Bushi • Guardian Gourmand • Gentle Giant • Overly Honest • Unintentionally Uncouth
Glory: 39 • Honor: 67 • Status: 35 • Courtship: 34

Always carried: Daisho, ceremonial clothes, rare spices, a peony pendant
Expecting trouble: As above plus lacquered armor, yari

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Re: (D4, EA, Open but Expecting) Perfectly Innocent Spear Watching

Post by Usogawa Narumi » Thu Aug 12, 2021 12:49 pm

"Just go about your usual regime, and this one will find happiness," she answered. "I'll.. um.. I suppose I should go sit and let you get back to it."
Otter clan • Subtle Observer, Cynic • romantic but shady • apprentice nakodo
Glory 40 | Honor 27 | Status 22 | Description | Courtship Points 22

Carries: A paper umbrella, expertly painted to portray a section of the River of Gold. Lucky cricket.
D10+: A netsuke of a tanuki appears hooked over her obi at her left hip.
Also D10+: sports a split lower lip.
D12+: bruising across the back of both hands

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