(D4, EA) I Like Horses

[Moto Khulun]

“Strength and Honor? Otaku are all of those things, mighty Lion,” she says kindly.

“Have you met Sayyeda Imane?”

[Tonbo Misa]

Misa bowed to both as Sanmi guided her forward just a bit so she didn't trip on anything. She had a small, warm smile on her lips as she turned her head between them, even if her eyes were closed. "Moto-san, Matsu-san, konnichi-wa. I didn't wish to interrupt your conversation, it sounded so lively. This one is Tonbo Misa, advisor to Tonbo Mariko, Daimyo of her family."

She inclined her head in what she hoped was Yurio's direction. "Please pardon me, I believe Moto-san had asked a question. I am curious as to the answer."

[Matsu Yurio]

Instinctively Yurio took a step to make sure he had a full view of the Tonbo and her servant. Old Matsu habits around Tonbo were slow to pass.

"I have met Otaku Imane-sama . . . I'm not sure if that is who you mean. I am not familiar with Sayyeda. Is it another Unicorn family?"

[Moto Khulun]

“it is form of respect not family,” she says with a smile.

“Sayyeda Imane is much respected, pretty too… though she needs more years to put meat on the hips for many babies,” she says.

[Matsu Yurio]

His eyes widened.

Why would she say that? That's . . . . that's . . . . not something you should say in public . . .

He blushed slightly, unable to find a response immediately.

[Tonbo Misa]

Misa gave a silent laugh into a hand, smiling brightly. "Moto Imade-san was very kind to me and quite curious. I can't speak to her looks, but I imagine she would be able to handle a Matsu with honor and strength."

[Moto Khulun]

She looks at the servant and then just the way the woman kind of stares off… she was no eyes cursed as the Champion. She says with a nod, “She is good fighter, best of her class, it is known. She is very good in the ways of you and yours.”

“Has Dragon enjoyed many suitors?”

[Tonbo Misa]

"Suitors?" Misa tilted her head a bit thoughtfully a moment before smiling softly again. "This one has met a few honorable Unicorn men, but I am not a hasty or impulsive woman unfortunately. I am not certain I would call any suitors, not yet.

She paused, giving a soft flush. "Though one offered to allow me a ride on his steed, and another plays the most wonderful of music."

[Moto Khulun]

“Our men are strong riders, you will be in good hands, and many are two times blessed musicians,” she says with a nod.

“Good you take time, I am sure many men are in rush to impress with their swords.”

[Tonbo Misa]

"I've had none that have tried to display any martial prowess to me so far, but that is perhaps because they realize early that I am much more a woman of the court than the battlefield. Thus the music and riding lessons." Her head tilted again. "...Is Moto Butaj-san quite strong and skilled with his blade then?"

[Moto Khulun]

She turns her face back to her steed and she is quiet for a heartbeat and then says, “Sayyed Butaj is a fierce and gentle soul, his skill with the sword is well honed indeed. Yet he can be as gentle as cool breeze,” she says wistfully.

“Has he played his songs for you?”

[Tonbo Misa]

She nodded softly and gave a small smile. "He has indeed. I had a good lesson in the instruments of your people Moto-san, and in turn I offered him some singing more traditional to the Empire. It has been quite interesting."

[Moto Khulun]

She nods and says, “He is good man, be good for any woman who will have him. His heart is larger than the sky and his talents as deep as the sea, it is known.”

[Matsu Yurio]

"He's a fine wrestler. Gave me quite a bout yesterday."

The Matsu had recovered from his 'child bearing hips' blush.

[Tonbo Misa]

"It is certainly becoming more known to me, hai." She gave a soft laugh before tilting her head toward Yurio. "And how did the bout end Matsu-san?"