To: Matriarch Kiri

[Hemlocke]

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Sender ID: Katsuki Hanako
Recipient: Matriarch Kiri
Location: Morioka Outpost
Subject: Self Imposed Exile

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Greetings Matriarch, I must apologize for my failure... I faded into the shadows when the conflict with the Blood Dragons began, I sought a way to end our plight peacefully, foolishly I have wasted away deep within Matsuda's texts, seeking answers where there were none, any sister that was injured in the wake of my absence was so by my hand, I failed to protect them. I beg your forgiveness Matriarch, words mean nothing, and if I must repent by giving my life then let it be so...

I seek to return to your service, to protect my sisters whom I've abandoned in my panic, my solitude was nothing but a waste, I have gained nothing and lost much, nearly being driven to the point of madness over how much time has passed me by.

I will await your answer upon Morioka.

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