SANGUINITY Planet Tomioka, Tottori System | Approx. 18:00 on October 10th, 828 AS.
After a brief series of communications with varying degrees of awkwardness, the young but capable Shogun has managed to score a meeting of sorts with the current owner of Orbital Spa and Cruise, Caitlyn Cross, and her wife, in a remote, practically untouched segment of land on one of the continents Samura has yet to exploit. This unlikely arrangement, she hoped, would create a tip in the scales to favor the Dragons in their endeavor to liberate Kusari from its corporate vicegrip. Any group capable of transporting goods from all across Sirius is a valuable asset indeed, one she would hope to keep in the years to come.
They had met in space moments earlier, saying their prompt greetings. The Shogun quickly gave them atmospheric entry guidance codes so that their ship wouldn't burst into flames, and asked them to follow her lead. The time for talk would be later. Any loose officer or naval patrol that caught them red handed would soil things right then and there. As the group approached the planet's dark side, Tsuya took a moment to bask upon the mostly lightless land. She knew day by day the light slowly spread at night. It meant less time to get the ball rolling and put an end to this centuries long grudge. Tomioka is the locked door that would guide the Dragons to salvation, and she believed herself to be the key. All she needed was someone who would have an interest in preserving the planet and letting it fall into the hands of someone who would respect its natural state as much as possible. As such, she hoped she made a good choice bringing along some like minded individuals residing in the realm of business.
The trajectory for atmospheric entry was chosen and they began their planetary descent. They passed through rolling yet passive clouds that seemed endless. Yet, within moments the group emerged on the other side and the rest was smooth sailing. Touchdown was initiated on a discreet set of landing pads surrounded by the large, so called shrub forests that the planet is commonly known for. All around them were recently constructed traditional buildings recovered from ancient diagrams of Kusarian architecture. Housing, lamplights, ornate wooden bridges leading off to local nature in the vicinity. One of which has Torii gates lined down the path headed into the wilderness. All elaborately meshed together with the small wonders of futuristic life. The Dragons, despite being in the middle of a war over the planet, have had the time in their dormancy to spruce up their planetary hideout to a fascinating degree while remaining unexposed to prying eyes. Tsuya hastily powered down her ship and exited the cockpit, feeling nervousness emerge as if from her stomach, crawling up her esophagus and demanding to be acknowleged. She still isn't used to meeting foreigners, despite having frequently been on business trips with her family to Manhattan when she was a kid. However, her intuition told her that these two would have fun. Taking her first steps onto the planet in quite some time, she walked over to their ship and awaited their exit, crossing her legs and leaning on a large stack of metal boxes that apparently decided the landing pad was a good home for now.
Planet Tomioka, Tottori System | Approx. 18:17 on October 10th, 828 AS.
Cait and Steph were in a Dorado Shuttle from the Maldives as they met Shogun Tsuya In Space over Tomika. Cait and Steph were Curious about this Meeting as it was the First ever Direct Meeting between Orbital and the Dragons that wasn't a Piracy. They were a bit Worried as they would basically walk right into the Lion's Den and Trust the Lions not to eat them, Cait and Steph were Verry much aware that someone like Cait would be a Grat Hostage to Extort a lot of Money from Orbital. But it was also a One Time Opportunity to Expand the Companys's Influence on the Dark Side of Sirius and get a Profit from it. Cait was still Thrilled by the New things she would see as Guests of the Dragon as she Turned over to Stephanie Flying the Ship through the Atmosphere. Cait was always interested in new and Unique ways to Entertain her Guests and VIPs the Rich and Famous always were on the Search for the next big thing and the next Trend to Brag about in front of their friends. And Most times groups like the Dragons know Exiteing Spots that are Hidden in the Wilds or in Remote Places in the Stars. And of course, it was also Helpful that they have a lot of Connections to People who Can do things that you don't find on a Regular Job Board. Of Course, Cait wasn't Dumb enough to believe that the Dragons didn't want something in return, she was sure that Shogun Tsuya wanted to use Cait and the Connections of Orbital as much as Cait wanted to use the Connections of the Dragons.
As the Luxury Shuttle Breaks through the Clouds of Tomika after the Reentry through the Atmosphere Cait was Fascinated by the View of the Untouched Nature of the Planet. She was on Tomika Before and saw some of the Cities and Settlements that Samure has Constructed on the Planet. But never before she saw the Untouched Beauty that she did now. Cait was Smiling at Steph as she saw Nature, she knew that her Wife Loved Nature and the Outdoors. Even when both would be Cautious during the Visit and don't let their guard down too much but they would also make sure to enjoy the Time there. As they Folowed Shogun Tsuya to the Dragon Base Both of them were Realy Surprised by how it looked. They had Expected some sort of Military Camp or Something in a Cave so it could be Hidden easily from Samura and the Government. But the Place that was there was so completely different from what they expected. It looked like a Typical Kusarian Village to Cait, it looked like the Villages she had met on Honshu or Kyushu before where she loves to take a short Vacation with her Wife from time to time. The Traditional Buildings with Paper Lanterns that Light the Outsides and Peapole Wearing Traditional Clothes as if it was a Normal Village and not the Outpost of a Waring Faction that Fights over the Controle of the Planet.
As they Landed the Shuttle and Turned Down the Engines they were still amazed at the reality that was so different from everything they had imagined. And as they looked around Cait had the Feeling that the Plain White Dorado looked out of Place here, the normally Beautifull Ship looked like a foreign body from a distant future in a natural environment where People Lived in Peace with Nature. Cait Sighs as she Couldn't Change that now, but she was thinking to Get a Ship that Fits Better into Kusari than the Dorado. She took Stephanies Hand and the Blonde 2 Meter Tall woman Smiled down on the 1.80 Tall red-haired Caitlyn as they Walked over to Tsuya while they Looked around to see everything they could of this Village. Cait: I Really have to say that I am Suprised Shogun Tsuya, I was expecting something more Militarized. But this is a Beautifull Town that I could Bring Tourists to Immediately and they would love it if you had a Hotel. She Smiled as she Looks around the Village that she Could see from the Landing Pad some more and could see a Small Tea House and something that Looked like a Temple to her. Steph: Don't be so fast Liebes I don't think this would be what the Shogun had in mind as she Invited us. But I also have to say that this Village is Really Beautiful and I wouldn't mind staying a while and explore it, who knows maybe I would even wear a Kimono. Cait Looked at her Wife Suprised as she Knew how much Steph Hated Dresses and that she Refused to Wear one whenever she could, not even on their Wedding date she was Wearing a Dress. Cait was Suprised and Smiled at the thought of her Wife wearing a Kimono. Cait looked back at Tsuya and pointed at the Village. Cait: Shall we Take a Walk and Talk about the Possible Future Relations between Orbital Spa and Cruise and the Dragons?
Tsuya watched the pair leave the shuttle with a certain look of courteousness, but couldn't shake that inner feeling of suspicion when reminding herself that this is meant to be a negotiation. Somewhere in the back of her head, she was on repeat imagining what they could possibly want of her in return for what she intends to ask. Steeling herself, however, she managed to push all of those thoughts onto the backburner for the moment. For deals are a game of chess. It doesn't do good to defeat yourself before it even begins. Either way, she is shook from her moment of self-reflection as the two approached and began to speak. She cleared her throat and pushed herself off of the crates she was leaning on to welcome them.
"Welcome to Tomioka! It pleases me to know you're impressed by what we've done with the place, but... Hmm... While I appreciate the gesture, I don't intend to turn our little piece of paradise into a hotspot for gossiping gaijin. I realize you didn't expect something like this coming here, but know that you are safe from the prying eyes of the government. But yes, let us walk. Our target is..." She trailed off on what she was going to say, gazing around until she saw the building she was looking for and pointed at it. it appeared to be a large Kusarian castle standing proudly in the immediate distance.
"There. That castle is where we will meet. We'll take the path leading through the village itself. Follow my lead, we'll take our time. Oh, and before I forget... You may simply call me Tsuya," she said with confidence. Said path was lined with residential buildings and several groups of people walking the street. Not just Dragons, but ordinary people as well. Dense forestry shrouds the town in natural camouflage, and a market square can be seen down the path a-ways, still bustling with activity well into the evening. The group of guards blocking the path stared at the two beside the Shogun with distrust, perhaps even contempt. Upon seeing the Shogun, however, they bowed to greet her and moved out of the way. Tsuya bowed in return, motioning Cait and Stephanie to follow through with the gesture. After that brief but Tsuya looked to the pair and smiled gently. Her eyes turned to Stephanie in particular.
"You know, we could stop to find a kimono that fits you. Your partner as well. There's a shop in the square that we can visit. Would it not be nice to change into some formal clothes for such an occasion? Don't worry, the clothing you came here with will be safely looked after, and even laundered. The people here go the whole nine yards to satisfy," she offered. She knew the pair were sightseers and nature lovers in their hearts. Why else would they be leading a company like OS&C? Tsuya hoped they'd take up the offer, as a means to make them more comfortable here. She would be lying if she, too, didn't wish to present herself in that kind of attire to her new companions.
Cait and Steph Enjoyed Nature in the Village it was like a scene out of an old Kusarian Farytail or Anime about a Magical Village in the Woods. Cait and Steph were even more surprised as they Realized that not everyone in this Town was a Soldier for the Dragons, most of the People were Civilians and seemed to have normal Jobs like anywhere else. Cait: Don't worry Tsuya it was a Joke I won't Bring any Tourists here.She smirks and Takes Stephanies Hand as they walked down the Street of course Cait noticed the Look she got from the Soldiers and some of the Civilians. She Understood that they Raised some Suspicion as outsiders and especially non-Kusarians. Steph with her 2 Meters and Long Blonde Hair that reached halfway down her Back was of Course a Special Sight. And also Cait was not the Usual Sight in the Village Her long Curly Red Hair and the light Freckles together with the Leather Clotheings gave her more the Look of a Pirate than that of the Highly Paid CEO that she was. They both Followed Tsuya's Example and made a Respectful Bow to the Guards before they continued their way.Steph: Well if you have a Kimono that Fits my Size I would be glad to wear one during my visit.Cait Smirks and Chuckles as she said half Joking.Cait: It would be good to find out more about our hosts and mingle a little with the locals. And of course, when you visit us on Curacao one day you are also Free to wear the Local SpecialtyShe makes a Serious Face for a SecondCait: the Bikini.She Began to Giggle and Laugh as she saw Tsuya's Face as she made the Joke. Steph knew the Dirty Humor of her Wife and gave her a Slap on the Back of her Head for it. She was
Cait was of Rubbing her head as she Walked with Tsuya and Steph through the Main Street of the Village and enjoyed her time here. From a Nearby Tea House came some Music and the Laughter and Happy Noises of its Guests. On another Corner, she saw a Book Store, and right next to it there was a Grocery store Showing Fresh Vegetables and Food from the Area. Cait was Truly Impressed by what she saw and the Peaceful Life she Observed in this Place that was so different from what she had expected to see. Cait smiled as she saw a Dressing Shop and Lured Stephanie into it.Cait: if you Wear a Kimono then I will wear a Kimono myself Meine Liebste.Steph Smiled as she saw the High-Quality Kimonos that were Displayed there and much to her Suprise they had one on in her Size as Tsuya asked the Shop owners for one. Steph and Cait had Fun while they Dressed in the Dressing Room. As they were finished they Came out and acted a bit like they were Models on a Catwalk showing the Newest High Fashion while Chukleing and surely having a lot of Fun.Steph: they are really Comfy, it's not too warm and not too cold and the feeling of the Silk on the Skin is also quite nice, I can understand why they are so Popular in Kusari now.The tall Blonde Smiled as she noticed that Cait had some more Problems with the Kimono as she wasn't used to Wearing anything like it in the past. Her Clothes were mostly Practical and a bit to put up a Show for the Guests on Board, so she was used to Leather Leather pants and her Jaket that gave her a Pirate look. Cait: aye they are quite nice, but you cant wear a weapon when you have one of them on. And I will probably need a while before I can Walk-in them without Stumbling over my own feet.
Both of them Chuckled as Steph took Cait by her Arm to help her walk more Comfy and Secure as they walked with Tsuya to the Next Stop of their Negotiation Journey. Cait still was Fascinated and amazed by the Village as she saw the Oki-Gata Lanterns on the Roadside as they waited for Tsuya to get Dressed herself. They Realy Enjoyed the Visit so far and the Hospitality that Shogun of the Dragons has shown them so far. But Cait was also a Businesswoman and she asked herself what the Dragons might have in Mind by showing her a place like this that seemed to be a Big Secret for the Groupe. She wonders what the Shogun had in mind apart from talking about the Liner that was now Stationed at the Outskirts of the Tottori System.
It took a decent chunk of time for the three to finish dressing. As it turns out, measuring, fitting, and finding the perfect kimono took quite some time for the three of them. Quality requires such delay, however. Tsuya wasn't just having a change in outfit. She intended to transform her entire look for this occasion. Some minutes pass before Tsuya's voice once again came into earshot, emerging from the back end of the clothing shop. She'd wanted to talk to the clothier in private, in an attempt to ensure they didn't feel pressured, or nervous. "I thank you for your time. Don't worry, you've done an excellent job. I've wired the credits to your account for the kimonos. I'm sure they'll love them! Arigatou gozaimasu." She bows to the shopkeeper before exiting the store. When Cait and Steph laid eyes on her again, it was as if she was an entirely different person. Seems this store offered more than simple kimonos.
"Well, how do you like the new look? I was theorizing this one for a long while before we met, waiting for a time to show it off. Hope I look 'Shogun-ly' to you." She let out a nearly silent giggle. If you weren't paying attention you would easily miss it. She walked closer to them, intending to let them run free a bit. "Feel free to wander around the market for a bit while it's still open! Anything you get is on the house. Plenty of fruits and other souvenirs for you to try out. Please, enjoy yourselves. I'll wait here, but quickly..." She walked over to one of the fruit stands and purchased a handful of peeled nashi in a bowl, also known as the Kusarian pear. Tsuya then sat on a nearby bench, crossing her legs with a certain finesse befitting a lady as she nibbled at her food. To her it seems like things are going well. The best part of a meeting like this is getting to see the humanity in your cohorts. Seeing how they react. Of course, such analysis is vital to a deal, which is another part of why she's doing this. Thinking to herself, she couldn't help but laugh inside her head at how perfectly this is going. She had no intention to hurt or scam them like a wily fox. Romance simply begets high spirits and furthermore, ease of influence.
Cait and Steph Smiled as they Saw Tsuya and Measured her with their eyes. Especially Cait had a Smirk on her Face and Steph knew exactly what that meant, her wife was short before making a Dirty Joke again. But she also had to Admit that Tsuya looked amazing in that Kimono. So she did the best thing she could to hold back her Wife and Stepped on Caits foot in secret. Cait: ouch. ahm I mean you Look beautiful in that Kimono. It suits you really well, Supports your Beauty, and still says "I am the Boss". Steph hated it when Cait Flirted with other women and even though she knew that Cait was Loyal to the End she couldn't let it stand like this, and so she just gave Cait a slap on the back of her head and a look that said: "You are Mine".Steph: we would like to Explore the Place a bit, I would love to have a souvenir from this Tripp.After this the Two of them strolled over the Market, they were really interested in the Goods this Market had to offer. Cait found a Litle Shop that offered Traditional Made Katanas and Tantos, she was always highly interested in Weapons and anything that she could use to defend those that she considered her Family. While Cait talked to the Blacksmith that made the Swords, Stephanie was looking at a Stand Nearby that sold some Jewelry and Local Art. Stephanie was a Soldier in the Past and was Convinced she had seen enough weapons in her life, Stephanie Prefered simple and plain Rings and Necklaces that don't stand out so much, and she Greatly enjoyed the Kusarian Jewellery that was more showing the Natural Beauty of the Pieces.
They spend almost an Hour on the Market before it closed down and the Two of them Came back to Tsuya with some shopping bags in their Arms and a smile on their faces. Steph: I hope we hadn't made you wait too long? But your Market is Simply amazing to Explore.She blushed a bit as it wasn't Steph's Nature to let People wait for her and she was a bit embarrassed that she had made Tsuya wait.Cait: yes she is right we shouldn't have taken so much time, but your Market is Simply Amazing.But they also have Bought something for Tsuya They gave her a little Bag, Cait had to Choose a Tanto made out of Black Damask Steel and Steph a Beautifull Yade Bangle with the Symbol of the Rose Dragons made into it with Ivory. Cait: I hope these Presents will make up for us making you wait, the Tanto is from me and the Bangles are From Steph.Both of them had Picked something that they thought would help Tsuya both defend herself and brings her Joy. Cait had Chosen the Best Tanto she could Find on the Market and she was sure it would help Tsuya to Defend herself against her Enemys. Steph on the other hand wanted to Gift Tsuya something that was Pretty as she Believed every Girl should have something like this to bring her Joy.
The both of them were highly Interested if Tsuya Likes the Presents they had Made her and sat next to her to watch how the Sun Slowly Disappeared behind the Mountains in the Distance the and the Lanterns were Lit in the Streets of the Village as the Shops Closed for the Day. The Atmosphere was Romantic and Cait couldn't hold back as she Steals a Kiss from Stephanie. But she knew as beautiful and Funny this Visit was so far that she wasn't here to make a Holiday. No Cait had a Mission to Find out what the Shogun of the Dragons Wanted from her and What this Means for OS&C and her Employees. After a while, she looked over to Tsuya.Cait: so what do you have Planed for the Evening Tsuya? I am quite interested in what you want from us and especially OS&C? I mean come on from one Mighty Woman to another, I know you haven't shown us all this to just be a Kind and good Host.She smiled Friendly at Tsuya as she had done exactly the Same if the Roles were Reversed. And as her Stumic Begann to Growl, she began to smirk. Cait: shall we Discuss this Matter while we take an Evening Meal?
Tsuya was like a distant onlooker as she watch Cait and Steph explore what the locals had to sell. She thought back to what the elders told her about Tomioka some time after she was officially declared the new Shogun of the Dragons. The planet had been the stage of a desperate struggle to overtake Samura as the de facto controller of the outer world. For five years and some change, Dragon forces have worked on and off to secure sector after sector of regions that have not yet been fully documented or at all surveyed by Samura. Yet now, in that time, the many soldiers that settled on the surface had took it upon themselves to build a home away from home. They've been living off the land they've grown accustomed to and have even began birthing the next generation of warriors. A generation that only knows the dense greenery of Tomioka. For once, they would be free from the asteroid in the dark. Tsuya began to worry about how long such freedom would last. This planet is now more important than ever to win.
She was shaken out of her thoughts as Cait and Steph approached her again, having finished their market browsing. Realizing that she had eaten all of her nashi in thought, she stood to greet them once more. She noticed the hefty shopping bags they were carrying and smiled gently. But when they extended gifts to her, she couldn't help expressing her surprise. "Aw, you didn't have to get anything for me. You're the guests here. I appreciate the gesture nonetheless, and will happily accept your gifts. These look quite elegant. Hope you don't mind if I put these on now, rather than later..." She deeply inspected the craftsmanship of the items she was given. Almost lost herself in it momentarily before realizing where she was. Immediately, she stuck the tanto through the back side of the uwa-obi that keeps her katana from falling out, its hilt protruding slightly to the left, away from her back. Next up was the jade bangle, which she deftly slid her hand into, letting it rest on her wrist. Its color was so distinct, it felt like it glowed in the dark.
She noticed Cait's arising restlessness over getting this deal started. With a smirk of her own, she wiggled her index finger as if to scold a pet. "All in due time, Mrs. Cross. The castle is not far now. Don't worry, I planned a meal far ahead of time. You'll be stuffed full like a Liberty turkey on their 'thanks-giving' day I heard about on my trips there. Let us continue on our path." The castle was indeed much closer than it had previously appeared to be. All that remained down the winding village paths was a public park of sorts before reaching the castle grounds, where imported cherry blossom trees, genetically modified to be permanently 'in bloom', could barely be seen in the distance now that it has begun to grow dark outside.
Cait and Steph Smiled as they saw how Much Tsuya Liked their Gifts. Cait was sure that Tsuya could Afford such things herself as much as she wanted but Cait also knew that a Gift from someone else was a Completly Different Emotional Thing than what you buy for yourself. She smiled as she saw the Gift that Stephanie gave to Tsuya, Cait's Wife always had a sense of Beauty when Cait only Saw the Ugly things. Stephanie was the Ying to Caitlyns Yang and the Light to her Shadow, Together they Formed the Unity that made Caits Life Perfect for her.Cait: we wanted to show you our gratitude for the Invitation to this Place, we know how much trust you show us by bringing us here.She Smiled as Steph took her hand and Kissed her Ring Finger where the Simple Wedding Ring was Resting.Steph: This Village is so Beautiful and Peaceful, and all the People here are so Friendly and Kind that we had the Need to give you something to show how thankful we are for this Tripp. I hope that my Gift Brings you Joy on a Hard Day when you look at it, while Cait Probably wants that you can fight off your Enemys whit that Tanto.She smiled happily and chuckles as she saw the Grumpy look on Cait's Face. Stephanie knew that her Wife Loved to make the People Believe that she was a Cold Hearted Bitch that had only the Profits of OS&C and her Power in mind. But this couldn't be further from the Truth away, Cait was a Warm Person that Deeply cared for the Family that she had Created within OS&C.
As Steph had to meet Cait for the First time she also was Fooled by the way she acted when she wasn't around those that were close to her. But as soon as she had looked behind the Mask that Cait Wears in Public Stephanie could see the Real Caitlyn and as soon as she had seen the Real Caitlyn she was Fallen in Love with her immediately. But both of them were too scared of these Feelings and the Situation back then to Do what their Feelings told them. It took them almost 7 Months till they Finally Realized that they were each other's Destiny and began to Date each other. But as soon as they Finally Understood it a Joy like they never knew before came to their Life. Stephanie Smiled Bright as she Remembers the Begining of her Love and Life with Cait. Sometimes she Couldn't believe that it was just some years in the past that she had met Caitlyn.
After a while, she Snaped out of her Memories and looked at the Ptah that Tsuya showed to them. Stephanies Mouth opened in Admiration of the Beauty that Lays before her in the Park. Even with the Sunlight slowly Fading away she could still see the Beauty of the Trees in the Distance.Cait: well I have to admit that patience isn't one of my Strong sides, but I will follow your Lead here Tsuya.She smiled at her while some lanterns were lit in the park and painted him and the Trees in a Warm Candlelight. Stephanie made a Happy sound as she noticed how Romantic the Atmosphere had become in this Lighting and how beautiful the Trees are in the warm light of the Oki-Gata Lanterns. She Cuddles at Cait and lays an arm around her shoulder to admire the Park from afar.Cait: you and this Place are full of Pleasant Surprises Tsuya, I wonder what else you will show us during our Visit.She smiled as she took Stephanies Hand and Walked with her Slowly through the Park and Admired the Beauty of this Park with the Wonderfull Lighting that Created Shadows with the Sun that Slowly Sinks behind the Horizon. Cait and Steph Walked Closely and smiled at each other Like they were Fresh in Love.Steph: I wished we could have one of them on Curacao, they would look soo good in our Litle Garden at Home.
As they walked, the scenery of the park was a sight to behold for sure. The moody lighting, the night sky, An exotic theme. It was like a perfect storm for romance. Couldn't be any more of a convenient situation, Tsuya thought. The trio walked through nature that seemed completely untamed. Birds, deer, rabbits, ponds with fish all populated this small area. They talked and had fun along the way, with Cait and Steph feeling particularly romantic by now. However, the path was reaching its end, and the castle came clearly into view for the first time. It's a quite marvelous and towering structure concealed by the trees surrounding the village, especially considering the conditions it was built under. The hallmark of tradition and technology combined. It's a technique lost to time, one of the perhaps many secrets the Dragons hold deep within themselves. "Impressed? Awestruck? To be honest, this was only made possible by ancient blueprints of the old Kusarian architecture, enhanced by modern tech and materials." Tsuya mentions as she walks up the stairs to the main entrance. A pair of soldiers block the way, but upon seeing the Shogun, move to open the doors. "We took many such secrets and crafts with us when Samura stabbed us in the back on that fateful day."
As the doors opened, they all could see a glimpse of the true beauty within. On the outside, it appears to be a simple castle, but on the inside, it is more like a palace. There is a large column of racks on the right side of the entrance, just inside the genkan, which is seemingly intended for holding your shoes, as evidenced by the many pairs of shoes sitting on its shelves. "Ah, before I forget, let's make sure our shoes are off, yes? We don't want to dirty the floors. There are slippers just inside so that your feet don't get cold." Tsuya reminds them as she removes her own shoes and steps into the slippers. She beckons them forward with a motion of her hand. Cait and Steph did not want to offend, so they oblige Tsuya's request and remove their shoes as well before following her into the castle and putting on their slippers. Now inside, they follow Tsuya up the stairs and onto the next floor that appears to be a dining hall of sorts, with futons already laid out on top of a tatami mat. There is a very low but lengthy table so that food can be placed without staining the tatami. Seems there is to be a dinner party tonight. A worker approaches the Shogun and bows deeply, as she does so in return. They mention that there is indeed a dinner party and they've allocated a private room for just the three of them. Tsuya nods and again beckons Cait and Steph to follow.
They are led to a side room of the dining hall separated by a sliding door. The trio are made aware that the room is soundproofed using revolutionary speakers that 'absorb' excess sound, removing any chance of sound escaping the enclosed room. As there is also the same setup from the previous room here, but significantly smaller, there is no longer a need for the slippers. Tsuya removes hers, causing Cait and Steph to follow suit. She walks to the other end of the table, facing the exit of the private room, and sits down, crossing her legs. The worker stands out of the way, seemingly waiting to receive food orders. "Welcome to Tomioka Castle. And to your dinner. They have countless Kusarian dishes to choose from, so you could really just pick what comes off the top of your head, or you could display a holo menu by tapping that small button on the center of the table."
Cait and Steph Enjoyed the Atmosphere of the Park as they walked through the Romantic Scenery. The Both of them Hold Hands during the Walk and Kissed Multiple Times. Both Women deeply enjoyed the Beauty of the Cherry Trees that were in Full Blossom and were lighted by the Lanterns so that everyone can see the Beauty of the Trees. As they Reached the Castle the two stopped to admire the wonderful craftsmanship that went into the decorations of the castle. Steph: it is Truly beautiful.She had a Hard time finding the Right Words for the Beauty of the Castle. Cait and Steph looked at it for a while to take a look at the Details of the Discrete Decorations, Like the Litle Dragons, and other Beautiful Art like the Symbol of the Rose Dragons.Cait: you have Realy Talented craftsmen and artists, Such Perfection would be Highly Loved by my Customers as well.They Both Smiled and Walked with Tsuya into the castle, They smirked as they saw the suspicion of the Guards but they had nothing to worry about today. Cait and Steph were just here to enjoy the meeting with Tsuya and see what kind of Deal they can have with each other for the Benefit of Both of them. They were Deeply Impressed by the Beauty of the Castle that was much more Luxurious from the Inside than from the Outside.
Cait and Steph Smile as Tsuya asked them to take off their shoes and do so to show Respect for their Hosts. Cait had some Black Pumps on while Steph was chosen for more Practical Military Style Boots.Cait: We are the Guests here so we Follow your Rules and Traditions Tsuya.She said with a smile as she Put on the House Slippers that were warm and Cozy. As Cait and Steph Followed Tsuya deeper into the Castle they Looked at every detail that they could see. The Castle was a Marvelous View from the inside and they saw a lot of Art and Craftmanship that deeply impressed even Cait and Steph who are used to a Life in Luxury and Beauty. They were led to and Room on the Upper Floor that Reminded them of a Meeting Area or a Place where a big family can come together to eat and talk about the day. The Tatami mats and the Traditional Kotatsu Table kept the Guests Warm during the meal.
Both of them were Led to a Different and more Private Room within the Castle that was next to the Big Dining Room. Steph Noted the Special Soundproof System Immediately as she had Installed the Same in her Own House and in Cait's office So that they could talk and Life without the Fear of being Spyed on. Cait and Steph took Place next to each other and enjoyed the Company. Cait and Steph smiled as they were offered the chance to choose their Meal and both of them Chuckled as Cait Belly began to Growl. They hadn't a Deep Knowledge about Kusarian Food and knew only the Most Stereotypical things like Sushi or Fried Noodles. They Checked the Holographic Menue and Wisperd with each other as they talked about the best Pick for the Meal, it all looked good but after a while, they smiled at each other and then at Tsuya.Cait: I think we take some Chawanmushi as an Appetizer this Egg Dish Sounds DeliciousSteph smiled and choose the Main dish for the Two of them.Steph: I would like to have a Tonkatsu, it Reads like it is Similar to the Schnitzel that I know from my Rheinland Home. And I think Cait would love the Nikujaga, I know she loves beef stew so this should be perfect for her. And we think you should Choose the Dessert as would like to be suprised.Both of them smiled and waited with Tsuya for the Food and the Tea that they had also Orderd to the Mea. Cait and Steph were really Excited as they would both Try something new that they had never had before, but the Pictures on the Holographic Menue looked already Delicious and they were sure that Tsuyas Cooks were Masters of their Art and make them something Delicious.
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