Wake up Tea (Day 8 Late Morning, Akil's Yurt)

[Shinjo Akil]

"They have been resolved. I will not be kissing Kogo again unless something incredibly surprising happens. But at least we are on good terms."

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

"That is good to hear." Yue tilted her head. "What makes one choice better than the other?"

[Shinjo Akil]

"Clan," he admitted, "the Crane are a more sensible clan for my future, and the Unicorn's." He considered his next words carefully. "If I had to choose based on my heart, I never would have been able to."

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

"Sou desu ka." Yue shifted in her seat. "I will ask this then: do you prefer the Crab, Phoenix, or the Scorpion?" It was clear, at least to her, that she was thinking about her potential suitors.

[Shinjo Akil]

He considered the question. "The Phoenix are masters of knowledge, it seems, and would be exceptional allies in helping fill the gaps in what we do not know. The Scorpion also have a... certain appeal, I think."

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

"No thoughts on the Crab?" Yue shrugged. "It seems you have an eye for political gains. I have not thought of my marriage in that way. I have been hoping to find a harmonious match."

[Shinjo Akil]

"I have been looking for a wise balance of both," he admitted, "I am just trying to do as the Ide instructed." He considered a moment, then nodded. "The Crab... I admit I know the least about. Beyond their wall and their war, I don't know much about them. I suppose if you married Yasuki Tomonaga, it could mean lots of Sake?"

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

"I do not think I will be marrying Yasuki Tomonaga. Iuchi Yukarin seems to want to marry him the most." Yue smiled. "You are not the first one to tell me that the Crab would involve sake in the future."

[Shinjo Akil]

"Sake is good," he winked.

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

"Hai. However, I will not be selecting my husband on liquor alone." Yue let out a soft sigh. "I do not think I would do well as his wife. I assume he would expect me to be able to manage an estate. That is not in my skill set, Akil-san. My duty is on the battlefield." She smirked and gave Gon a few pats on the head. "I can tend to puppies as well!"

[Shinjo Akil]

"Of course," he nodded, "Whoever you marry will have a fiery warrior to deal with. They best be ready."

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

Yue tilted her head and stared right through her favorite hero. "Are you calling me temperamental, Akil-san?"

[Shinjo Akil]

"Not temperamental," he shook his head, "just passionate."

[Shinjo Liu Yue]

The woman maintained her stare for a few, long moments after. She then smiled and nodded. "Hai. I am passionate."