☵ 29th of Frost, Year 199, Age of Steel ☵
"Common Speech"
"Synskrit Speech"
☵ The greatest pleasures are only narrowly separated from disgust...... at least that's what they say anyway. Life is not without its own pleasures, and Koto knows this all too well. He was, what many viewed as a hedonist at times, but he simply loved to enjoy himself, be it by the pleasure of battle, the flesh, or even learning new things. What he couldnt stand however was when it as forced. "Synskrit Speech"
Pleasure should come naturally, not from fear of destitution and poverty. Tonight was much different for him as he strolled the streets of Kalzasi, vibrant with the hustle and bustle of the local nightlife. Bordellos alluring in prospective customers, bars and eateries advertising how good their booze and food were, how much better one would enjoy themselves in their establishment.
But none of it could phase Koto as he was determined to see this request through. It was the least he could do for the girls that have been harmed by this swine and his ilk. It had come to Koto's attention by a local bordello owner that a client and his friends liked to rough up the girls. At first, it was a few bruises and scrapes, but then things escalated and one of the girls ended up with a broken arm because she refused the man's request.
Well, something like that could be left alone, and the owner didnt know what else to do. She didnt want the attention if she were to call on the Skyguard to handle it, as it could be bad for business. So instead she decided to outsource the solution. Offering his next 3 visits free, with any of the men or women of his choosing, Koto was asked to "handle" the situation.
The owner, Madame Liang, didnt care how it was handled as long as it meant her employees were safe. Koto was more than willing to answer her call as it was his favorite bordello to visit, and he needed to take care of them as much as they took care of him. It was the least he could do for all the good times he had there, many memorable nights being spent within those walls.
Discerning eyes of the young lord peered into the open night sky as he waited for his target to approach. He arrived a few moments ahead of him, Madame Liang giving the time the target normally came by to Koto. As he waited, his father approached from behind him. "It's quite the fine night don't you think Kotoru?" he inquired, looking to the sky as well with his son ☵
"It's a fine night indeed, a night to kill men who don't know how to treat a woman." he added, turning his gaze to the bordello. " I will not stop you from keeping your word, I ask only that you don't go crazy with how you dispatch these vermin. Any man who raises his hand to harm a woman is not worthy of breathing the same air as us. Put these vermin down like the rabid animals they portray my son." he finished, placing something against Koto's chest.
Taking it he saw it was a sword, a Kalzasian longsword by the looks of it. "Thank you for the gift father, I needed a new weapon after loosing Orochi during the bandit extermination." he thanked unsheathing the blade to inspect it, running a finger along the flat edge of the sword. It was beautiful, sleek in design and easy on his eyes.
His father chuckled as he began to walk away. " It's not a gift my boy, I expect the amount for that sword in the morning. Don't overdo it Kotoru, You just recovered from your first true battle today." he noted, vanishing amidst the crowd of citizens and lights. Chuckling he turned his attention back onto the establishment. Moments later he could see his target coming, his entourage in tow behind him.
It was clear by the body language they had been drinking, which would make this an easy job. He would wait 20 or so more moments and then strolled into the building himself. Seating himself in the foyer, he made eye contact with Madame Liang and with a smile, gave a confirming nod that he was here to deal with her issue. Bowing she began to usher patrons from their rooms, Madame Liang saying they were closing early tonight.
Once the building was clear, she approached Kotoru with a bow. Im glad you came to our aid my Lord, They are on the third floor, my lord. Please be quick. she pleaded, and Koto bowed and pulled the hood of Naga Skin over his head.
