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Crimson, it was splattered across the stones in the garden of the Hana estate, an open mouth and wide eyes hanging in a silent plea for mercy. The kimono the head of the house had donned for the ceremony later today was now ruined, splattered with blood that did not belong to her. There was a scratch on her face from the fight, a minuscule infliction that had already begun to heal. The Dhampir stood tall in front of the corpse, her posture unshaken, her expression grim. She turned towards the few humans who remained that had attempted to invade her home in the false name of the people's interest and stated in a bold tone "Let this be a warning," she raised the katana in her hands and sliced it in an arc across the air before sheathing it and handing it to one of the guard's. "The Hana family will not tolerate hostility towards its people; whether vampire or human." Heads nodded slowly, fear written across the faces of the men who were now kneeling in the garden.
"Hana-Sama, how should we dispose of them?"
"Banishment is the only punishment I see fit for these tyrants." More cries came from the shaken mouths of the terrified humans. They had come prepared to kill, loot, and raid, but not to die. "Get them out of my sight," two vampire residents that had taken shelter on the Hana estate ran forward, they had been acting as maidservants since they had arrived although Yuuki had explained to them that they were guests. She had minimal staff and it was only to protect the refugees from those who sought destruction. Regardless one of these vampires led Yuuki back to her room, the other went to fetch hot water in order to clean off the blood. Once the wooden doors slid shut and the Dhampir was alone, she began to shake. Her eyes widened as her knees gave out and she collapsed onto the freshly made futon on the floor. Her whole body heaved, tears beginning to blur her brown and purple eyes, swirling down her cheeks and touching the blankets below her. Yuuki hated violence, she hated having to kill for the sake of keeping those she loved safe. Why did humans have to act in such a brutal manner?
She made note to stop by the family of the man she had killed on her way out of town today as surely the wife and child had been victim's of this human's twisted opinions. A soft knock came from the door and Yuuki sat up, straightening her twisted obi and pulling the flower clip out of her black and white hair. "Come in," the Dhampir said, clearing her throat as the vampires returned, carrying a large tub of hot water. Yuuki smiled gently and stood, opening up the door the rest of the way for them so that they might set the bucket down without spilling. "I could have simply gone to the bath you know?"
"No Hana-Sama!" The one with long black hair stated sternly"You saved us from them, let us take care of you." Yuuki sighed, clearly they were not going to allow her to refuse. The Dhampir undid the obi and pulled off her socks, allowing the kimono to slip from her shoulders. They washed her down quickly, but gently and then left to allow Yuuki to dress herself. The only other kimono fancy enough for the occasion of the signing of the peace treaty was the one that had belonged to her mother. It was an intricate and none traditional blue silk cloth with a red obi and flower headband.
The time to leave had arrived; Yuuki pulled out her long bow case and quiver and slung it over her shoulder, taking a deep breath in. She held her head high, brushed her hair out of her eyes and strode from the room, slipping her feet into her sandals as she stepped onto the walkway. "I leave Hoshii in charge," Yuuki stated as she went, the residents of her estate lining up and bowing as one would when addressing their master. "Yes Hana-Sama."
The human accompanying her on the journey went by the name of Sakura Asano. Yuuki could feel the displeasure rolling off of the woman in waves and wondered what she had ever done besides exist to earn this being's distaste. The sight of the Southern Gates of the Minamoto residence brought a bit of ease to her mind; they had arrived without any disturbances. According to her adviser, the man who stood before them now was Tatsuhiro Minamoto, husband to Rika.
"I am Hana Yuuki," she bowed respectfully. Yuuki had brought along her weapon, which at the time had seemed like a necessity; it was not a safe journey from her lands to here and she hoped that the presence of such tools would not offend him. "It is an honor to have been invited for such an occasion."
The air was damp outside. There was no sun to be traced and no lingering sunset would befall when near should near. No. Even the gods would not shine the glorious sun on this day. The clan leader, Sawako, laid sickly in bed as everyone in the village prayed for her well being. The gods have not been kind recently and have made no effort in improving the leaders health. Tamaki, the leaders youngest brother, doesn't believe that she will pull out of her ill fate though others, like Hideyoshi, believe she will get better because the leader could not die of such a small thing like sickness.
"How do you feel? Better I'm hoping." The shΕji slid open and Hideyoshi entered the room with a traditional Japanese tea set balanced on his right forearm. Tamaki was one step behind him as he was making sure the stubborn boy, who wanted to do everything by himself despite his handicap, wouldn't fall or spill the tea. The young boy caught site of the silver-haired beauty, Sawako, who had moved out of bed and was now sitting by the window. She turned her head and smiled warmly but...weakly. "Yoshi, what are you doing, silly boy. You didn't have to bring the tea yourself, you could of had Tamaki-kun do it." The woman's smile formed into small laughter as she was so happy her beloved child would go out of his way to do something for her. It was a warming feeling that she could never get used to. It was the recognition of love from Hideyoshi that she yearned for. How it felt so warm to be recognized as a mother to him. The light brunette smiled back though his balance wavered at that moment but, luckily, Tamaki caught the boy's balance for him just in time. "Here. I got the tea, go sit by Sawako-sama." The older man took the tea set from the younger boy and urged him to walk on. "Your leaving soon, are you not?" Hideyoshi nodded his head as he sat beside the ill leader. Sawako pulled the boy in closer as she let his head rest on her chest and soothed his hair out with her hand. "Oh my good luck charm, I know you will make the right decision for our clan but don't let the villages past or your past guide your judgement." Hideyoshi closed his eyes as he lifted his hand to touch the pristine, gentle hand of Sawako. Before he could speak, his mind wandered as he was enchanted by the comfort and smell of his loving guardian. Her voice was as sweet as honey and her gaze was just enchanting, the way her eyes looked like two bloody crescent moons. "I will not allow any of that to cloud my judgement." A laugh escaped Sawako's lips as a smile painted itself across her face. "Easier said than done, my boy." A mere mutter drew from her soft lips.
What was he going to do? Hideyoshi had heard about the Minamoto's being a very generous and protective bunch who didn't attack the humans who lived under them but then again, he was very doubtful. A vampire who protected humans was just so alien and unheard of to him though he was in no position to deem the stories as lies. He was headed over to try and form a peace treaty among vampires and humans, after all.
Hideyoshi glanced over at the man who had accompanied him for the journey. All he was aware of was that the man's name was Ryogi Koyanagi. The ox-drawn carriage slowly came to a stop and soon the door was opened by one of the servants. Hideyoshi was helped out which he gladly returned with a smile to the lowly servant. The boy was wearing a dark blue hakama, with a blue kimono that held a lovely pattern on the inside, and a haori with a intricate flower-based design. His sash was tied tightly around his waist, so as to prevent his haori or kimono from drifting off his left shoulder. As anyone could see, there was nothing to keep it held up though the fabric on his left side was cut a bit so the weight would be lessened and the chance of it falling was lessened as well.
The one waiting to greet them was Tatsuhiro Minamoto, also known as Rika Minamoto's husband. Hideyoshi saw the other human representative had already arrived. It was Hana Yuuki, if he had remembered correctly from what Tamaki had told him. Hideyoshi stepped up to introduce himself. "I am Akahoshi Hideyoshi, nice to make your acquaintance." He bowed in a respectable manner though once he pulled his body up again, he could feel the cloth sliding down his left shoulder. Annoyed by the fabric, Hideyoshi pulled it up more over his shoulder. "Thank you for the invitation." He put on one of his best and approachable smiles though really he just wanted to get this done and over with. Frankly, he wasn't ecstatic by the fact he was standing so close to a vampire. He hadn't been near one in a long time but the presence still frightened him to an extent.
Asano-san and Tatsuhiro-sans rivalry was very apparent. It was almost amusing how they glared at each other and made passive aggressive remarks as if it were normal. Yuuki unfolded her fan to hide the smile that was creeping up onto her cherry red lips; their banter reminding her of bickering siblings.
"There is no need for formalities, Yuuki-san. And we are honored that you would accept our summons as you have. You have no need of fear from us, Hideyoshi-san, Yuuki-san. All who are under our banner will not harm you, and those who have agreed to this armistice have also sworn not to harm humans for as long as the meeting conduces the original purpose." A human, so that's what they believed she was? Yuuki would see no point in correcting Minamoto-san as she was half human and so he was almost correct. It did pique her interest as to why Asano-san seemed to harbor such hate towards the female if she believed she was human as well? Perhaps Asasno-san was simply dreading having to negotiate a peace treaty, or Yuuki had misinterpreted the emotions rolling off of her?
A smile tickled her lips once more as Tatsuhiro and the other human male, the one whose name escaped her mind, began the familiar chat of friends reuniting after a long journey. She and her brothers used to interact that way when they would go into town or travel to neighboring villages and return with little trinkets like carved dolls or wooden arrows and stories of unfamiliar lands. An unexpected pang of nostalgia resounded in her chest and slowly Yuuki's smile faded. "We are not here for personal affairs, Ryogi-san. If all is well, I will discuss them with you after the meeting has been adjourned, but now is not the time. If you'll pardon me, Yuuki-san, Hideyoshi-san, is there anything we can provide for you at the moment? Your journey was a long one, and we would see you rested before hand. If you'd like, Rika is attending to the others, and would have you all meet before the meeting. If there is nothing more you need, we are all expected in the quarter room,"
Yuuki shook her head slightly and looked up at the vampire before lowering her fan. "The only thing I could use right now is a cup of jasmine tea." She replied honestly, having rested in the carriage on the way here. "I very much look forward to meeting the other honored guests." Yuuki turned towards the other human male, suddenly aware that he only had one arm and making sure to keep her gaze on his face. She really knew nothing of the people who were going to attend this meeting as Yuuki had been very sheltered from the world when she was a child and upon her time working as a slave it was forbidden for her to be in the room when the Heads of the household were discussing politics. It was only thanks to her recent adviser that she knew a bit about the Minamoto's and the names of the other guests attending. Yuuki hoped this ignorance would not be apparent when they met in the quarter room.
"What about you Hideyoshi-san?"
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