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Post by Takuro Ozaki on Jan 25, 2017 14:53:57 GMT -6
"Lady Ryouma..." Takuro coughed again as he pulled his hand away from hers. "You concern yourself which such affairs. That is unwise. Perhaps, you should leave that to men more capable. Not to say," Takuro waved a hand. "Not to say that you are incapable."
Yumiko smiled in response. "I thank you for the concern, Lord Takuro, but after what I have seen, I don't believe it is fair of me to walk away." She ran her fingers over the floral design on her cup. "Especially with the zanpakuto I have been entrusted with."
"I only suggest you act with caution. I am aware with your history with Sousuke Aizen. He may seek your death...I would not want that."
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Post by Yumiko Ryouma on Jan 25, 2017 16:38:14 GMT -6
Yumiko inclined her head. “Thank you, my lord. I will keep that in mind.” She raised her head. “But as much as I’ve started to value my life, I still wish to protect others. If I can.” Her mind flashed to the pain and trust in Makino and Sojiro. “It may be foolish, but they’re young. They shouldn’t suffer. Not alone." She laughed quietly and lifted her cup again. "I'm sorry. I believe I am starting to sound like Ukitake."
Takuro chuckled, as he rose from his seat. "I would not consider that such a bad thing. He was a wise man."
"You don't have to rise," Yumiko murmured. "Your invitation did mention lunch, and I would like to talk to you more." She paused. "If you wish to, that is."
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Post by Takuro Ozaki on Jan 28, 2017 14:02:02 GMT -6
"It did." Takuro looked to the young woman sitting at his table. "I admire your tenacity, Lady Ryouma. But, you should remember a woman's place. Especially a woman not a part of the Gotei 13. You've injected yourself into a situation that no longer calls for your aid. This is out of your hands. Yet, you insist on being where you can not help. You can not shed any light on the situation. You can not share any information that they do not know."
Takuro gave the woman a look of disappointment before turning away from her. "Perhaps, my invitation was made in haste. I only assumed that, as a noble, you understood your place. You are with child. And, even now, you..." Takuro began to cough, stumbled as he walked toward the table. He raised his hand, begging to young woman to take her seat. Picking up his tea, he took a sip.
"Please, Lady Ryouma. Even if my offer no longer stands...Please act with caution."
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Post by Yumiko Ryouma on Jan 28, 2017 21:48:25 GMT -6
Yumiko’s hands fisted in her lap, torn between indignation and worry that rose up in her. Finally, she closed her eyes and took a breath. “Please don’t push yourself on my account, Lord Ozaki. It would be a sad thing if you became weaker after a lapse from your loneliness.” She paused and then looked up at him. “And forgive my bluntness, my lord, but things aren’t the same as they were before my imprisonment.”
She took a sip of her tea and then continued. “I’ve put my past behind me, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t want to help if I can. I don’t have to be a member of the Gotei to care, and I am the woman that the God Misao chose to bear his child. Aizen affects us all. And forgive me again, but it’s important I help against him. And it is what Captain Kyoraku and Ukitake would want. I will be careful, but I won't just watch while he hurts people again."
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Post by Takuro Ozaki on Jan 28, 2017 22:15:35 GMT -6
Takuro sat down with a huff as he focused on the rippling tea in his cup. "You are a foolish woman, Lady Ryouma. It is not important that you aid in the defense of this realm. There is nothing more you can do. Outside of birthing the child of a god, you can nothing. I apologize it the truth behind my words bother you. Or, if you deem them false. But, the path you take in unwise."
"How?" questioned Yumiko.
"I've offered you a secure place in my home, through marriage. You've foolishly rejected my proposal to seek out what could very well be nothing with another. And, insist in not minding your place. I think it be best if you take your leave." Takuro glance toward the door to find his brother standing in the doorway.
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Post by Yumiko Ryouma on Jan 28, 2017 23:24:06 GMT -6
"Security is not the only thing a person may wish for," Yumiko retorted as she rose from the table and hid her clenched hands in her sleeves, attempting to keep her irritation under tight control. She may have disgraced herself in his eyes, as she probably always would to her brother, but she would not take it further. The rejection hurt. But she would hold her head high. In her eyes, and Ukitake’s, she hadn’t said anything wrong. “If that is what you wish, Lord Ozaki, then I will go. I hope you have a pleasant afternoon and find someone who will give you what you seek.” She bowed and followed the younger brother from the room, leaving the manor.
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Post by Tenshin Ozaki on Jan 31, 2017 12:05:45 GMT -6
Tenshin shook his head, glancing in his brother's direction. "You handled that with such grace, Takuro.""She doesn't understand her place as a noble woman.""Per tradition." interupted Tenshin. "I warned you of differences between Yumiko Ryouma and other noble women. I liken her to Yuroichi Shihoin. Only, she lacks the...knowledge of Shihoin has. Shihoin acknowledged her role and walked in it. When she act in defiance, it is the best interest of her people.""Lady Ryouma does believe she is doing the same." Takuro sighed as he looked at the steaming pot of water. "But, I fear for her, Tenshin. She is a very beautiful woman. Very intelligent. But, she is led by her heart. Which leaves her blind to a great many things."Tenshin walked over to the table and sat across from his brother. "Sozen still wants you married. He seeks to bring reform to the house, through you.""If Sozen wishes to do so, he may have my seat.""You know he does not want it." Tenshin shook his head. "You and I are the only Ozaki without children. Sozen and Eijiro both have two children. It is a bit odd that the head of our family has none. You could stand to be a bit more gentle with potential wives. And, for gods sake, leave the house, Takuro. The world is beautiful, brother.""You say that only because you are so smitten with that Lady Captain of yours.""Lady Komamura is a stunning creature. Closer to my age than she is to Captain Komamura. But," Tenshin shrugged. "She's taken. And, don't change the subject. I suggest taking Lady Ryouma off of your list. Who is next?""Sozen suggests the Shiba clan.""The Kurosaki's?" Takuro nodded. "One loves a hollow." Tenshin gave a look of disgust. "The other...would eat you alive."Takuro chuckled as he lifted his cup to his lips. "Both sound better than Lady Ryouma.""Next?""Ise."END RP "Seeking Another Voice":
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