Chapter one : Daugther of the Dragon.

[Etaphreven]

Reiko had just docked on Kyoto. She was tired because of the recent fights she had against the Kusari Naval Forces so she headed towards the bar, probably to get a drink and relax. As she entered the bar, Reiko noticed a beautiful young woman sitting at a table all by herself. She could read a certain sadness and concern in her eyes. For a few moments, Reiko just stood there, watching the young lady. Suddenly, someone interrupts her:

"Reiko! Can I get you something to drink?" asked Masakazu, the bartender.
"Umm, wha-...Oh, hey Masakazu. Thanks, but I'll pass." she replied.
"Okay then! I'll see you around!"


Reiko turned her view towards the pretty woman again. She was still there. Still sad and concerned. She approached calmly, looked at her again and asked:


"What is wrong, my dear? Has it got anything to do with men? The Naval Forces? Why are you so sad?"

The young lady lifted her view to Reiko, but only for a few seconds before staring back into nowhere. She didn't say
a single word.

"My name is Reiko. Please, please tell me what concerns you." said Reiko as she took a seat next to her.
"I'm...I'm Gabriella."
"Okay Gabriella. It is nice to meet you. Still, this does not explain your current attitude. What wrong has been done to make you feel like this? You can tell me. I will help you."