Let me and :linkNextGenAnubisKid: tell you the tell you the tale of a beautiful japanese goddess, a handsome samurai, stealthy ninja and a devious noblewoman with sinister plans... That's right, Alicia's ancestor from feudal Japan has been busy!
Japan, 14th century, a temple in the Musuba province:
A swordsman approached his master in the gardens. “Lady Inari, our guest has arrived.” He made a polite bow. “Ah, thank you, Saito.” The kitsune goddess, Inari, rose up and followed her guardian inside. “Please have our daimyo join us in the tea room. Saito bowed again. “Certainly, Lady Inari.”
Thus, two ladies of great importance sat down to share a cup of tea. Aisika Wakaida, ruler of the Musuba province, had come to discuss the upcoming season with Inari, the fox deity of agriculture and prosperity. “I assume our farmers can count on a fruitful harvest this year?” Aisika’s voice was kind and polite but carried an unmistakable authority. “Of course, Wakaida-Sama.” The kitsune smiled warmly. “I too have the best interest of our beautiful province’s people at heart. It’s the least I could do to compliment your wise and just reign, Wakaida-Sama” The white-furred feline smiled and raised her cup. “You are too kind, Inari~ But the region would not nearly be as prosperous without your blessing~”
The pleasantries continued under the watchful eye of Saito, calm but always prepared to swiftly deal with any trouble that could befall the ladies he had sworn to protect. But none were aware of the mysterious figures sneaking around the temple and none were aware of their intentions. None, except lady Aisika, that is.
And everything was going according to her plans…
Inari Okami and Saito Rentaro are characters by :iconNextGenAnubisKid: Aisika Wakaida and her ninja belong to me. Art by https://www.deviantart.com/akinasilver
