(IRR) The Rokugan IR Turn 0 Thread

[Knight Otu]

Akahita looks to the Mantis representative and speaks:
"Your words are very aggresive. But none the less, they are also wise. Still, I would have worded it more carefully, and less insulting. You may give our guest a unclear picture on the usual behaviour of a representative of one of the Clans."

 

[The Forsaken One]

The woman turns towards the Phoenix representative with a grim look.

"Since when did the Phoenix lose their temper? And yes you attempted to insult us but I don't tend to take such things as heavbily but if you insist and keep pushing, even Mantis have their limits allthough we don't think too much of honor, we do abide it and it's role and value."

She takes a few steps closer to the phoenix...

"As for my "lies" I've just seen them proven here by this.. "diplomat". He has no right to claim any respect or to be due to any honorable respect. It saddens me that you are so easily deluded by your enemies, I hope it is merely that you are blinded with grief by the death of our beloved emperor and that it only temporarily clouds your mind and judgement."

Again a few steps closer looking up at the man.

"And so now we are actually disappointing and disturbing.. how is that. I take up your cause and demand respect of it for you and this is what you have to say? I suggest you choose your words more carefuly among those we are due honour and respect... I might be harsh but it is just and respectable due to our ways. So I ask you why are we so disappointing and disturbing? It merely disturbs me that not even one, but two Daimos even show any respect to those who have shown themselves to be our enemies for so long, and now when we accept one of them amongst us so he may speak he does nothing then insult us and not even know his place. If that is what they have learned after so long, and if this is te kind of person they send for.. "delicate negotiations" I know enough as should you!"

She turns around to the representative of Miir.

"Are you still here, I suggest you get going before we run out of patience, you presence alone is dishonorable."

 

[The Forsaken One]

Turning back to the Phoenix rep..

"Yes we Mantis aren't renowned for our etiquette but as for our deeds and skill. You know as such... I am merely being direct and straight to the point, there is no need to elaborate about some things. But you are showing the usual respect someone would deserve... so she is lucky that she already receives that for she has no right to claim that respect. She should be most gratefull for that already, for it is great honour to be treated in such a way as Gajin amongst these elite!"

Sighing again.

"You are making up for my behavior quite well. And my agressive stature is merely carefull and in defense as you understand quite well. We shall show no weakness and only by being carefull and through action did the Mantis earn a place among the great clans. Not by rash actions and soft talk."

She just mumbles, hardly or not even hearable.

"That guest status is the only thing that has saved her skin..."

 

[Janos Audron]

"Isawa Akahita, I spoke my words in anger. Even for us, that is stupid...I realise that I have tested you patience to a maximum, and thus I shall only speak when asked to, or when there are great wrongs being said about my people. I shall not judge you by the behavior of the Mantis."

"And, woman, you may call me hardly equal to a peasant, but I swear there will be a day you will swallow those words. Further, if your honour does not permit you to stay any longer, I will not stop you."

She then sits down again and closes her eyes.

 

[Knight Otu]

"I do not recall losing my temper. I am aware that the so-called lies about Miir are facts, I even stated as much. I simply believe that every person should be treated as hnorably as they act. You will admit that simply leaving the conference is not really an act to be proud of, even though I helped you in that. The people of miir are our enemies, but Azimuth has come in peace, and we should honor that. She is not tainted by the Shadowlands, which would be ground to instantly banish her. She is ignorant and insulting of our traditions, which is ground to treat her the same."
"You are not properly calm as it would fit for a representative of one of the Clans. You accused Akodo-san of thinking about an alliance he did not intend to make. This is not an example of proper behaviour. Neither is destroying a wall, as shown by Nori-san. Neither is my remark about your bahaviour, and I apologize with all due respect."
"Many times today have the proper ways been ignored, by many representatives. If you choose me as the target of your anger, is this appropriate?"
"The representative of Miir has lost much of my respect over the course of the negotiations. It does seem that it is her will to make us loose our temper, and I must admit that I've been close to that point already."

 

[Janos Audron]

At that last comment, Azimuth bites her lips and bows her head, but she remains seated and silent.

 

[The Forsaken One]

The old woman looks at the Phoenix representative and all expression on her face vanishes.

"That was the total truth and I have nothing to say against or about it for you are one hundred percent correct. And I didn't accuse the Lion Daimo but Jola did and I asked for forgiveness for her remarks and her behavior as well as that of the Wasp Hunter. They are both powerfull and full of life but they are young and rash and have much much to learn and I can merely attempt to guide them and teach them, maybe one day they will turn to you for wisdom and knowledge for they have much to learn and you have much to teach!"

With a deep bow she steps back a few feet and faces the table.

 

[Knight Otu]

"It seems that you are willing to learn, Azimuth. This is a good step. Still, it takes a lot to rebuild lost respect. The future alone will show if you are willing to live peacefully."

 

[Knight Otu]

Isawa Akahita, too, bows to the old lady.
"Thank you for your forgivingness. And again, I have to apologize for my unclear words. When I said that you accused Akodo-san, I did indeed mean Jola. It was inappropriate to translate her behaviour to all five of you. Please accept my apology."

 

[Macbrea]

Yogo Yo stands up and walks over to the fallen wall. Looking down at the shattered bricks comments, "I will have people repair the wall in the morning. It is the only fitting Scorpion clan clean up our mess after we make one."

He waves his hand about as if beconing the wind away from the opening.