[tatsuhime is in the care of the queen. lady rio is helping to mentor the imperial princesses. kyoami trains his strength. when kaede is not with the empress, she visits each member of her own little clan with treats or a small meal. it is important to know how they all fare. layre has run; now he gazes upon the stars with such intensity that lady kaede experiences it in her own chest. small steps carry her to his side. she does not speak, only turns her face up to the pale moon.]

tatsuhime is in the care of the queen.

lady rio is helping to mentor the imperial princesses.

kyoami trains his strength.

when kaede is not with the empress, she visits each member of her own little clan with treats or a small meal. it is important to know how they all fare.

layre has run; now he gazes upon the stars with such intensity that lady kaede experiences it in her own chest.

small steps carry her to his side. she does not speak, only turns her face up to the pale moon.