Yesterday, 5:25 PM
Hearing the stranger's justification was a relief. With one less worry on his plate, Osamu allowed his bristling fur to settle, the tension easing from his shoulders as his expression appeared momentarily exhausted. The last thing he needed was a loner to run off.
Forgive me,he said, dipping his head by way of apology.
You are welcome here, Falkren. My name is Osamu, Samu-
He hesitated, and suddenly the wolf looked terribly distressed. Was he a Samurai, at present? Or should he introduce himself as Emperor? But there hadn't been a coronation yet, and he didn't want to overstep prematurely; however, Falkren deserved to know, and it would only be even more awkward for the both of them later without proper context.
... I'm in a strange situation,he admitted.
The Empress Izumi and I have recently wed, and I... believe I must acquire the title of Emperor as a result, but it still feels foreign.
Osamu sighed.
I fear the awkward impression I am leaving,he continued, tail flicking.
But, tell me, what brings you to the Fujiwara clan? Do you seek temporary shelter, or are you curious as to our way of life?
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