[07:38:53] The inn keeper leaves their sandals by entrance, going the rest of the way barefoot indeed. A small Izhuran tradition they never let go of. Of course, they wouldn't expect the same to be performed by every guest to do the same, obviously.

"I've spent the night using some inscriptions and polishing blades, I can barely tell the difference between the smell of metal and orchids right now..." instead of kneeling on the cushions as it would have normally been the case, Koijirou literally sat on it, leaving a heavier sigh while doing so. "You've been talking to my brother earlier at the Dojo, yes?"
(Hidaka Koijirou)
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[07:41:33] Vanya lacked shoes in the traditional sense, Though had she a pair she would have copied. Instead she wears them tightly wrapped so when she Hunts she is not slowed down or discomforted. After taking a seat on the pillow she have a small nod, She seemed to be in a better mood than the other night at any rate. "Aye, I was. We talked for some time even."
(Vanya Ashen)
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[07:44:10] "He seems to be taking the war at the front very seriously. It's to be expected from him, honestly, but still something that surprises me sometimes..."

That comment came with a smile however, a tired one, but a smile nonetheless, aimed at the Gehennian Chief.

"Sometimes I wish I could go with him. Not to fight, no, but...To at least be there in case something happens. Not...Well, here."
(Hidaka Koijirou)
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[07:46:00] Vanya nodded once more "It is a common desire, But that would provide its own risks. People do strange things when those they care about are endangered. You are safer here I believe." She got up and made herself some tea, her skill was improving but even a child could make a better cup than her still. "I was not aware he was actively fighting, I thought this was more of a neutral area." She added after sitting back down.
(Vanya Ashen)
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[07:49:03] "Oh, of course he's fighting..." they said with the voice tone of someone who would rather not believe those words. "He's just like that. Sometimes I joke about him being born under the star of a heron, but seriously...He makes up to that idea sometimes."

They wouldn't mind the woman getting some tea for herself. Naturally they would have prepared one for her, but considering everything, she'd have enough freedom at the Lost Heaven to do so herself. Perhaps it could even be better, so she'd have something her own taste would appeal to.

"But despite everything, I'm very...Incapable of fighting, honestly. I've tried training some years ago, and it just served me as a proof that I'm better doing something other than martial activities."
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[07:54:03] Vanya gave a smile, surprisingly enough "Not all are destined to fight, there are many who contribute in other ways just fine. This is one of the things I mentioned that the pretenders have forgotten of our culture. Physical strength is not all of importance. You provide emotional support to those that need it. War is a very stressful thing and I can assure you that a comforting shoulder will do much for any who come here seeking solace." She sipped at her tea, and added calmly, though with some hesitation...She hoped she wasn't jumping to some conclusion that make her seem foolish. "Yun and I very much remind each other of ourselves. I think that perhaps he fancies me with a crush one develops much too fast for their own good. I wondered if that might be an issue. and figured I would mention it to you."
(Vanya Ashen)
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[07:59:14] "Oh, so that was the case of your conversation with him earlier." they offered Vanya a soft smile, fixing their sitting fashion once again at keeping both of their legs folded, but still, not kneeling. "My brother is a very gentle and noble man. Sometimes...Childish, but I guess you could have noticed that by yourself."

With a chuckle, they shook their head calmly, resting both hands on their own knees, trying to assume a much more relaxed position than before. Indeed, they were tired, after all.

"But his heart is noble. Yun have...What I would call, the soul of a hero. He's a person that will put themselves in danger for the sake of doing what's right." they commented with a longer tone, as if that was some sort of a fond memory they had. "Now you mentioned it, he remind me of your story during the exodus of the Lost Children. The corner stone of a family, you see."
(Hidaka Koijirou)
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[08:05:13] Vanya nodded solemnly "We share many ideals, He thinks in much the way I do. I was and am not particularly...sure how to react, I'm a stranger to these lands and wouldn't want to come off in the wrong way or do harm. There's the matter of ages as well... " She managed to stop herself from the worrying on the subject further, She really didn't know how it made her feel and it showed. And instead she focused on nodding and agreeing "Yes, noble of spirit. He cares for his family and those he protects as I do my Children. He offered his blade to my family, and myself to his. Had Jianghu not already been very specific about not allowing me to fight for them I would likely see about making good on that offer knowing that he's participating in the war."
(Vanya Ashen)
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[08:06:17] LOOC - Hidaka Koijirou: (oh the dc )
[08:12:01] "From what I can tell, your doubts regarding your feelings for each other are unnecessary, Lady Vanya." they said with a second soft smile towards the Chief, and with a bowing from their head, they continued. "Some things are natural. They go...Without a formal explanation, request, or saying. From what I can tell, by the way you sound when talking about my brother, this is one of those things."

Their smile turned into a soft giggle, but a shake of their head returned their expression into a more serene one, with both hands still resting at their knees.

"You and my brother got attracted to each other by your very beings. Not by will, but by who you both are in essence." they said with an explanatory tone, that could be perhaps some of their Fourfold Path philosophy coming to play, or some of their theology knowledge at display as well. "You both have the heart of a hero. People who live and fight for what's right. That is what's attracting you both into what you're calling a...Crush."
(Hidaka Koijirou)
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[08:17:04] Vanya is a fairly stoic person, but such a discussion is not something a warrior has practice with, so its only natural her cheeks touch with embarrassment, though she has to agree with the explanation and does so with a rather deep nod for her. "That does ease my mind, I will keep that in mind. I have not yet mastered my own feelings on the matter, but time will tell. I would ah- Rather talk about any other thing now though, I could tell you a tale or something maybe."
(Vanya Ashen)
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[08:18:13] Cershera made sure to conceal himself in the shadows as this conversation went on, to see Vanya in a situation even more embarrassing than the one between him and amorwae. Every second was torture as he held in his laughter, feeling his lungs and ribs in agony.
(Cershera)
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[08:22:42] "Of course, please do. I have in fact much to learn about your culture, specially regarding my new...Friend, Necalli." they said without putting much to thought, specially considering how the woman could be feeling about that. What they had in front of them could be like one of the tales of two lover warriors in the blooming, but that would be a story to develop among themselves.
(Hidaka Koijirou)
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[08:27:02] Vanya eventually returned to her comfort zone, She looked down at her rifle and brought it up into sight "I could tell you the tale of this piece of my history, Its one of the few things I have. Though I think Strife would wish to be closer by for that one as he may have wondered himself." She gestures behind her without looking. Nagual have heatvision Cershera.
(Vanya Ashen)