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Agasha Poemu · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 5:47 pm **Posts:** 896

The question brought a soft sigh and nod from the woman. "I was not in the court room when... it happened... but I believe I am thankful for that fact."

Seppun Chiyo · **Joined:** Mon Apr 06, 2020 12:17 am **Posts:** 94

"Forgive me...it was a base statement...question. I am not sure. Both. I do not know if I would have preferred to be there or not. At some level, I would take solace in not having to witness it."

She paused and looked into her tea cup for the span of a two breaths. When she looked back up there was fire and fury in her eyes.

"And at the other, I would bear witness to one who thought themselves the judge of Tengoku. Such hubris cannot be forgiven."

Agasha Poemu · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 5:47 pm **Posts:** 896

"To have witnessed it or not, the act was all the same. I can understand the honor of the Seppun, but we live in the moment here, now. It's no use letting regret enter."

A sip of her own tea calmed Poemu's troubled tone a touch. "I spoke with the Imperial delegation at Winter Court extensively. Many brave Seppun I met have not come here to Toshi no Omoidoso, so if I had to guess, they gave their lives so that others might escape. I pray that none were of your line Seppun-san."

Seppun Chiyo · **Joined:** Mon Apr 06, 2020 12:17 am **Posts:** 94

Chiyo's inner flame subsided a bit as Poemu calmed the moment.

"Certainly not Regret, Agasha-sama," she said, "Perhaps rage. Though given present circumstances that may be a sin as well."

She sighed deeply.

"You are right of course - forgive me. Tempestuousness is a trait unbecoming of a samurai. As to my family," she shook her head, "I was born a Kitsu. I am certain those Seppun who have given their lives did so willingly and with honor, may their souls be guided swiftly to Yomi."

"My own family...my husband and our new daughter are back in Otosan Uchi. He is also miharu, but was not with the Emperor at Court this season."

Agasha Poemu · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2020 5:47 pm **Posts:** 896

Poemu gave a slightly sheepish smile. "I should have figured you were Kitsu born, what with your hair Seppun-sama. It is quite lovely."

Finishing her tea, she poured herself a new cup and offered to refill Chiyo's cup as well. "How long have you been a Seppun, if I may? You look quite young still."

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