Snippet #2399269

The royal ambassador from the country of Anasai had arrived in the kingdom of Wa. The servants all scurried about fine tuning their preparations. The Emperor was noticed and a smile glided across his face as he sat in his throne room, the empress at his side. Emperor Katsuhito was, at the time, having a conference with his brother in law, Nobleman Junpei Tsukino. Katsuhito was glad to hear that the ambassador, Princess Tenanye had arrived. She was like a family member of sorts to him and the imperial family. katsuhito knew Tenanye and Masaki made good friends as children. Katsuhito said to his wife Empress Suiko, and his brother in law Junpei, “If only Tenanye were a lady of Wa, she’d be eligible to marry Masaki.” Little did he know, that Masaki had already been wed to the Daimyo Katsura.

Junpei stepped forward, “I’ll meet with Princess Tenanye and escort her here. It’s been a long while since I’ve seen her and I’d rather I greet her than one of the other stiffs around here. If you’ll exscuse me my lord and my lady.” Junpei then bowed and headed out to meet Tenanye.

He approached Tenanye and her attendant with a great smile. “Greetings Princess Tenanye. I’m sure you don’t remember me. But I remember how beautiful you were before but wow, you’re simply gorgeous now.” Junpei smiled brightly. Junpei was several years older than Tenanye and Masaki but he was fond of her. Junpei examined the young woman next to Tenanye who was equally beautiful. “Who might I ask is this beautiful young lady?” he asked Tenanye. He then introduced himself. I am Tsukino Junpei, nobleman and brother to Empress Suiko. It’s a pleasure to meet you.” Junpei gave a deep bow of respect to Soo-min. After raising his torso he said brightly, “I’ll be showing you to the emperor’s quarters. He and the Empress will be glad to see you again. If you and your lovely attendant would kindly follow me, I’ll take you there.” With that, they headed to the emperor’s smaller quarters.

Emperor Katsuhito and Empress Suiko smiled brightly as Princess Tenanye and Soo-min entered the room. “Princess Tenanye it is indeed a pleasure to have you here in Wa once again! Welcome!” Katsuhito greeted her warmly his arms extended outward in a welcoming manner.

Empress Suiko gently spoke, “I hope Junpei behaved himself. He’s prone to trouble.”