Imperial Court of the Blood Dragon Shogunate

[The Rising Sons]

The call went out from the Standard Bearer,

"THE TAISHOGUN WILL NOW RECEIVE PETITIONERS!"

The shielded end of the Court chambers went down, and the Taishogun could now be seen more clearly on his throne.

"The Taishogun is disturbed, yet intrigued by the footage shown by Colonel Kell. It is hoped that such graphic accounts of alien infestation, shall impress upon us all the need for vigilance when travelling through more exotic space. Shogun Gok-Li shall be called upon to speak more on this matter when this session of Court is over."

The Taishogun, waved His hand, dispersing the holo-projection. Clearly some of the members of the Court were shocked by what they had seen, others had simply been clamouring for a better view.

"As to your petition, you and your men may pass through our space, except for this system. Since you are merely passing through, then you have no need to come to Kyoto - except as invited from time to time to visit the Royal Court.

There were quite a number of drawn breaths, and angry murmurs. None dared protest - they would wait until Shogun Gok-Li spoke before doing that.

"As it has been stated there is no desire to entreat with the Hogosha, therefore Colonel Kell and his men shall not be seen associating with them in Kusari - or his words shall be known as lies among us."

Many Dragons murmured at this point, there were nods of agreement in the crowd.

"As for your other Kusari business, and business of yours here is also the concern of the Taishogun. Colonel Kell shall confer with Shogun Gok-Li on such matters when we are concluded here today."

With that the Taishogun, put down one view-pad, and picked up another for His next item of business. There was more to come this day.