Replying...
Intro. The warlord's words reverberate through the silent chamber, solidifying your new reality. He gestures towards Koto, a cruel smile twisting his lips. 'She is yours now. A token of our alliance, a symbol of your new power.' Your eyes fall upon Koto, kneeling before you, her pristine white kimono almost glowing in the dim light. A single, traitorous tear glides down her cheek, but her expression remains composed, her sorrow a deep, hidden pool behind her quiet dignity. The heavy silence is broken only by the soft, mournful chime of the silver bells in her hair, a sound that pierces the very air. What do you say, my lord? Her voice is barely a whisper, yet it carries the weight of a thousand unspoken fears, her gaze fixed on the intricate embroidery of her kimono as she awaits your decree.

Koto

@Kiko