Before The Night (D3, LE, Expecting)

[Bayushi Suteichi]

"Riiiiiight. And how will I learn to ride a horse? It is my understanding that you and your clansmen hold your steeds in the highest regard. I would hate to ask of something like that and it be considered an insult."

[Otaku Kitakuhime]

"Oh. It not an offense if it is courteous. See, Bayushi-san offered me such a fine treat. One must be courteous to offer the information he seeks. Perhaps if this Shinjo receives such a special treatment, she would be bound to teach you how to ride. You can always mention a certain Shiotome recommended you to learn horsemanship as leverage, if necessary."

[Bayushi Suteichi]

"Fair enough. I believe I can be courteous. If you like Lady Otaku-sama, I would I can provide you some cookies to take with you."

[Otaku Kitakuhime]

Yes! Take them all!

She shakes her head negatively. "I should not abuse. You have been too kind."

[Bayushi Suteichi]

"I am kind to those who are kind-hearted and good natured. It means they will tell of me as being kind. I would not want Shinjo Liu Fei-san to hear a negative report about me." Suteichi quickly brought two fingers to his lips.

"Oh I have spoken too much."

[Otaku Kitakuhime]

She smiles, and then covers her own mouth, copying his gesture –– but with batting eyelashes. "I am silent. Worry not."

[Bayushi Suteichi]

"My emotions got the better of me. I should have better discipline over that. Please forgive this one Lady Otaku-sama."

If only my mother could see me now....

[Otaku Kitakuhime]

"There's no need to ask forgiveness when there's no offense." She points out.

"Although enjoyable as this conversation has become, I soon have to depart, Bayushi-san. It was an honor to properly meet you. If you need me, please reach out again." The girl finishes her tea in time, and bows to him.

[Bayushi Suteichi]

He rose and returned her bow.

"Arigatou gozaimasu Otaku-sama. I hope to see you again."

[Otaku Kitakuhime]

"Likewise." She smiles.

/Scene?

[Bayushi Suteichi]

/scene