Within the hour, the leadership of the clan begins arriving. Some could be described as shatei , like "younger brothers" to the Chairman. Others would be best considered like wakashira - hosa , members of the board of directors. Some represent the clan, the Honjowara- gumi ; others represent Nagato Corporation. All are part of the Nagato Combine. They are escorted up the slope of the driveway by Major Hakatoro, greeted before the entrance by Machiko, and accorded every degree of respect their status demands. In light of the current emergency, all must be scanned for weapons before being admitted to the Chairman's home, but this is expected. Duty demands this be done and none offer objections. No weapons are found. The leaders of the Honjowara-gumi do not generally carry weapons, except on certain occasions, for this would be dishonorable, a serious breach of conduct, and wholly at odds with the Chairman's New Way.