Thread: Dawn Of A New Era (Yuna & Frogger's 1x1)

Hitsuki Takeda Hitsuki gave a small smile, figuring no amount of words would be able to help calm this young maiden. Moreover, hm ... how to mentally explain it to himself. It wasn't that they didn't mean anything to her. But she seemed almost .. unable to accept them? Probably. She was definitely appearing to have a difficult time with taking his offers, be it for help or just simply making small talk. That was when he began to try to replay how they had met, wondering if he had almost failed to notice any specific details. It did happen so quickly. Had she been in a rush? She definitely almost sounds like she is in one now to get back. The sun just vanished too so ... it doesn't sound like the reason is because it's too late. But maybe tardiness is an issue somehow? While Hitsuki realized there was always the chance he was simply thinking way too much, he didn't feel that was true. There were few, if any, times his instincts had ever failed him. The initial thoughts on something being wrong with this picture continued to strengthen. Yet, he also resumed keeping these hints away from his face or eyes. Hitomi clearly had more than enough to worry about. There was no sense in adding more onto her plate. His head bowed politely to Hitomi upon hearing her ask if he would lead her. Of course. It'd do me no good to mislead you, anyway. Gently, he placed a hand upon her shoulder, never letting it slide down towards an uncomfortable spot. He took slow, cautious steps, making certain to follow her instructions. Thankfully, Hitsuki had always been a fast learner. All the same, he had never once been in Kyoto before. It was one of those cities that despite it's dark history, he had been intrigued with it regardless. Many would probably consider him an idiot for wanting to go to such a place. Yet, the rumors of its typical traditions were part of what made it all the more intriguing and began to make him wonder more and more on why Hitomi seemed so ... uneasy. It wasn't as common as it used to be, but Hitsuki did hear that slavery was still practiced in Japan. Hell, he used to be one himself. So even though many tried to keep the practice very hush-hush, he knew it wasn't a rumor at all but the very cold and harsh truth. As Hitsuki began to guide Hitomi, the feeling of eyes upon them was almost instantly felt. Sure enough, as he glanced up while still helping escort Hitomi, he saw for himself that many people were staring yet refusing to help out. Hm ... and why is that the case? The looks in the other citizens' eyes all but screamed they definitely knew something. If he didn't know much better - and perhaps he didn't - Hitsuki almost felt as if he were doing something very taboo. Ah well. Things would get cleared up soon enough. Hitsuki glanced down to see that Hitomi had gently taken a hold of his elbow. Taking the cue, his hand slid off her shoulder and moved beside her so she could better grasp it. Soon enough, they came to what one could assume to be where Hitomi resided, becoming soon clarified after she announced her arrival. As Hitomi took her shoes off, Hitsuki followed suit with his sandals. His swords lightly bumped against his sides as he followed close beside the young girl. And finally ... she came into view. The first thing Hitsuki noticed were those icy blue hues that almost seemed to try to pierce through him and gaze at his soul. If she had given him that impression from the get-go .. Hitsuki had few doubts that this was likely to be the source of Hitomi's uneasiness. For now though, he would play the gentleman card, as it were. There would otherwise be no sense in causing any unneeded chaos, especially if his thoughts were indeed wrong. Takeda Hitsuki. A pleasure to meet you as well. I accidentally ran into Miss Hitomi seconds after entering Kyoto. I was wondering if I could pay you to remain here for at least the night, by chance? I know you're not an inn and I apologize. But most of the establishments have signs hinting they're closed, booked, or in the worst case both. He went silent, holding his wrists behind his back while patiently awaiting to hear Riku's reply. All the while, he watched Hitomi out of the corner of his eye, trying to note her reactions to everything going on around her.