Chapter 6: Rurichiyo's Thoughts

I have to say, you're very persistent.

The same goes for you, Lady Rurichiyo. Let's say we put an end to this contest already. What do you say?

Sure, it's no big deal to me. All you have to do is admit your team lost the competition.

The important thing in all of this is restoring the clan as soon as possible.

I've told you over and over that recreational activities can still be provided afterward. That's still my position. Lady Rurichiyo, why are you so obstinate?

Isn't it obvious? Because I want to see smiles on everyone's faces.

Ever since I came back to lead the clan, everybody has been working very hard in order to keep things together for me.

But in spite of that, there are still many things that I just have not mastered yet. And as a result, I end up putting a terrible burden on you and all the others.

But my lady...

Do not bother saying it! I know the situation is unavoidable because I am still just a child!

But regardless, I still felt guilty, and I tried to think if there was something I could do.

Some way that I could make my subjects and the staff at the mansion, and even you, feel happy. And the kemari tournament is what I came up with.

I didn't know, milady.

Rooooaaaarrrr!

Rooooaaaarrrr!

A Hollow?

!!!

Guess we exerted too much spirit energy.

Lady Rurichiyo! You have to go with Enryu!

No way! I'm not doing it! I'm not leaving you behind, Kenryu!

Lady Rurichiyoooo...!

Lady Rurichiyo, were you hurt in the attack?

I'm fine. Really, Kenryu.

What happened to the kemari ball?

I am not sure. I lost track of it when the Hollow attacked, and it disappeared. I guess that means this contest is...

Is that...the Senkaimon?

Oh, there you are! I wanted to show you something.

Milady! These are letters from your subjects!

You've captured everybody's imagination! They can hardly wait to hear the details of how the kemari tournament's going to work!

That is great!

But the arrangements might be kind of complicated...

Lady Rurichiyo. There could be no more definitive outcome to our competition.

It's clear to everyone that I lost, and I hereby concede. As a result, Enryu and I will do whatever it takes to help with your tournament.

!!!

Kenryu! Enryu!

Well, gotta be going!

There is quite a bit of preparation to do before the kemari tournament, so I have to leave at once. Sorry for causing such a commotion.

We put you through a lot, and we appreciate all your help.

See you soon. Bye now!

But... Hey, wait!

Would someone mind explaining to me what all that was about?