In reply to Chou-Zhen Mou (msg # 177):
"They, like myself, have placed their trust in you.
 With Chye Isul and Tanaka Kojimaru to assist the hunters in guarding the village against incursions of bandits,
they should be safe from mundane dangers.
Once Master Phuong returns, you can escort him thither and thence to Brouse, where he shall be my envoy when dealing with
the newly installed Baron.
In the meantime, I have gifts for each of you."
He claps his hands, and Miko and several other of the neko folk enter bearing parcels.

In reply to Sakemoko (msg # 178):

Saishi also listens and learns, watching as things unfold.

Chou-Zhen deeply bows his thanks to the Omo as the cat folk bring out the parcels.

Kichiro bowed when he was presented with his gift.

"You humble me, Omo-sama.  I merely do my duty as you request.", he said.

Kichiro and Saishi Jin are first granted silk garments marked with the Omo's seal, essentially the same livery as the others.  These items are fairly expensive, but there is more to come.

Kichiro is given a bundle of three arrows of superior manufacture and unusual appearance 

Sashi Jin is given a necklace with 5 salt crystal beads

Chou-Zhen Mou is given and a silver dragonfly pin (may be added to power item to increase value by $400) a bottle of the eclipse, and a peculiar pouch

Ales Konstantin is given a peculiar book, a tassel and a silver Dragonfly pin (may be added to power item to increase value by $400)
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In reply to Narrator (msg # 182):

Saishi will bow low to express gratitude as he accepts the items, putting them on as soon as it is appropriate.

Ales wonders if the Omo has forgot about him, but puts those thoughts to the side. It would be rude to think such things....

In reply to Ales Konstantin (msg # 184):

please review the above post; there was a grammatical error on my end.

Chou-Zhen once more bows low to the Omo.  "Your generosity is unmatched."

Ales realizes the errors of his ways and bows deeply before the Omo in contrition and gratitude.

Kichiro again bows deeply in gratitude and waits to be dismissed so that he can go change into his new clothes.

In reply to Kichiro (msg # 188):

The Omo bows and returns to tend to his bonsai garden off to the side.

In reply to Narrator (msg # 189):

Saishi will seek a place to put on his new clothes.

Chou-Zhen makes his way to his assigned quarters, there to examine the Omo's gifts in detail.

Kichiro also retired to his quarters and changed into to his new clothes.  Wearing the Omo's sigil made him feel more accepted within the clan.

In reply to Kichiro (msg # 192):

The neku girl raps softly on the frame of the shoji door to Kichiro's quarters.

"Coming."  Kichiro said, loud enough to be heard at the door.

Having changed and stowed all of his belonging, he had found time to relax for a bit.  He was about to light his pipe and enjoy a bit of fine tobacco.  He hadn't expected a visitor for a while. Kichiro set down his pipe and went to the door to see who it was.

"Miko-san. Would you like to come in?  I have tea and snacks.", , he Kichiro asked, recognizing his visitor.
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In reply to Kichiro (msg # 194):

While ostensibly a servant of the household, you are fairly certain that Miko has some kind of ranking in the Omo's organization and has labored as a handler for the non Sahudese within the group.
"Kichiro-san, snacks sound delightful. I wish to discuss some things about our trip south, and about future missions there."

"Please make yourself comfortable, Miko-san.   Lord Sakemoko mentioned a trip back to Brouse but I didn't think it would be happening so soon.  Will you be coming with us?", Kichiro said as he started to get the refreshments ready.

In reply to Kichiro (msg # 196):

"Unfortunately not; I will be relaying much information to Master Phuong upon his return.
The Omo has great faith in Chou-Zen Mou and Ales Konstantin, but they associate with elder things,
which are known to be less than helpful in negotiations.  The Elder of the village and the villagers all respect them, which is important
and appreciated by the Omo; they are to be his primary envoys to the village."
She pauses here and  bows her head.

Baron James, I observed directly to determine which of the group he admired most.
Sashai Jin he criticized for overuse of wasps, and he showed revulsion to Chou-Zen Mou.
I do not think he grasped the subtlety of Ales-san's aid in dispatching the champion of the former Baron,
which is a pity, as it was very clever working, and the Master is proud of him.
So the mantle of the envoy of the Omo to Brouse falls upon you, who were highly complimented by Baron James.

Kichiro instantly stopped what he was doing and turned to the Neko girl.

"Surely, this is a mistake, Miko-san.  I'm a scout, an archer.  Not a diplomat.  Regardless of what Baron James might say about me,  I have no place at the table to bargain in the Omo's stead.", he replied.
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In reply to Kichiro (msg # 198):

"The Omo knows that negotiations will rely on the narrowest of margins,
and the simple goodwill the new Baron holds will be a foundation he can built upon.
Yeogja Matin will accompany you, and guide you."

Yeogja Matin is Aralaise, and has been, you recall, a liason with the guilds of Northport.
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"I am grateful for Yeogja Matin's assistance, but I still wonder if I have the ability to carry out this mission to the Omo's satisfaction.", Kichiro answered.

He gently placed two cups of tea and a small plate of snacks on the table between them and took a seat opposite of the Miko. He took a deep breath and released it with a look of resolve, or resignation.

"I will take on this mission as it is my duty to Lord Sakemoko.  As always, I will carry out this mission to the best of my ability, but please convey my reservations to the Omo.   I believe I require much preparation to carry out this task before we leave for Brouse."
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"Your dedication is noted.  I will request that Yeogja meet with you, but for now I must go, as I have to speak with your companions."

"I understand.  Tell Yeogja that I am available at his earliest convenience.", Kichiro said.

"Thank you for stopping by, Miko-san.  Feel free to come back again."