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| *'''Joken:''' ''Welcome, Yasuke. You honor us greatly by accepting our invitation. May your visit bring us blessings. [[Tea]] will be served shortly. But first, allow me to show you [[Tōdai-ji|Todaiji]] [[Temple]] in all its glory.'' | | Yasuke and Naoe travels to [[Tōdai-ji]] to meet with Hara Joken as requested. They found him conversing with a few [[Scholar|priests]] and bowed with a greeting. |
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| | |-|Naoe= |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Welcome, my child. My invitation was intended for Yasuke, but you honor us by accepting. Tea will be served shortly. But first, allow me to show you [[Tōdai-ji|Todaiji]] [[Temple]] in all its glory.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Glory tarnished by war. Still, there is a sense of tranquility.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Tranquility is a rare treasure amid this chaos. War ravages these lands, yet Todaiji offers solace.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''But action will be the thing to solve [[Yamato]]'s problems.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. Which is why I personally aid the peace efforts. Let us walk. Would you kindly follow me.'' |
| | Naoe walked with the Joken and they passed by a small shrine. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Here sits {{Wiki|Daibutsu}}-den. Built in more harmonious times. Some believe this structure is the very heart of the realm.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''What do you believe?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''I believe [[bronze]], while impressive in form, pales in comparison to the fiery determination of the ambitious.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Isn't peace the blessing Yamato needs?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Hopefully, with my guidance, the clans can achieve it.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Yes. I hope so too.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''They simply need to [[Buddhism|open their hearts]] and minds to [[Shakyamuni|Buddha]]. Then, they will see the way.'' |
| | After a long walk, they reached a hall. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''You said you had a role in the peace talks. What, exactly?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''I assure tradition and formality. Do you see that scroll over there? For generations, its sacred texts have guided negotiations between the various warring clans.'' |
| | They looked at a scroll on a table in a corner. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Often talks, not scrolls, bring peace. Don't you think?"' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Yes, but the Buddha speaks through the scroll, blessing or disapproving. I must attend to my duties. In my absence, I kindly request that you stay within the gardens. Even the most esteemed guests are not allowed access to all areas of the temple.'' |
| | The Joken took his leave. At that moment, from a walkway corridor, [[Matsunaga Kojiro]] motioned for Naoe to approach him. |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Over here, you walking mountain.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Kojiro? Where are you taking me?'' |
| | Naoe followed Kojiro as they walked across the corridor. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''This is going to lead to trouble, isn't it.'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Such doubt! Have I lead you astray before? Come!'' |
| | Kojiro led Naoe into a room where various trinkets and relics were kept. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''The Hokkyo collect sacred relics. Their value could fund an army.'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Among other things.'' |
| | Naoe inspected the tea bowl collection on a small table. |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Never much cared for that tea kettle.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''You have seen it before?'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Hmm? No, not in this life.'' |
| | She then inspected a [[katana]] on display. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''This sword has seen many battles. Strange thing for a peaceful old monk to keep.'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''No polishing can remove that blood stain.'' |
| | Naoe then turned to a scroll on the bench near the ground. |
| | {{IUNote|Title=Letter for Joken Hokkyo|Text=Youre desire for peace is admirable. [[Tsutsui Junkei|Tsutsui]] will be persuaded despite his stern character. Many of the Akiyama are showing willingness for peace, but Lady Ayako will be an obstacle. She sees her clan as the rightful rulers of Yamato. Be careful, she has allies throughout the land.<br- {{Wiki|Toyotomi clan|Hashiba Clan}}}} |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''This report suggests Lady [[Akiyama Ayako|Ayako]] of the {{Wiki|Akiyama clan}} is not trustworthy.'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Convenient. Lying open there. For all to read.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Curious that the Hokkyo collects so many "un-monkly" things.'' |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Trophies, even. I wonder why?'' |
| | As Naoe looked around, the Joken came into the room. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Here you are.'' |
| | Naoe took a look around and saw Koshiro was already gone. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''You have glimpsed my collection of oddities. |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''That tea set. Very impressive.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''The {{Wiki|Japanese tea utensils|tea set}} of {{Wiki|Matsunaga Hisahide}}. Exquisite craftsmanship.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Hisahide? I heard about him.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''A scoundrel driven by greed, but he had fine taste. Especially in tea sets.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Only to be outdone by a greedier man. [[Oda Nobunaga]].'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''The [[Oda clan]]'s actions benefitted Yamato, toppling the {{Wiki|Matsunaga clan}} and empowering the [[Tsutsui clan]]. Still... Just before the Matsunaga clan's {{Wiki|Siege of Shigisan|fall}}, Lord Nobunaga promised Yamato to us monks. Then changed his mind.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''The unpredictable decisions of a powerful man.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. A very shrewd thinker. Now Lord Junkei rules Yamato and enjoys its riches. Anyway, enough of the past. Let us resume our walk.'' |
| | Naoe followed the Joken out of the hall. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Hm. Not the prettiest sight.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''The scars of war?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Scars can mark survivors like me. I once nearly met my end at this very spot.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Oh?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''During the Matsunaga clan's time, Hisahide's troublesome son attacked right here. He was a worthy foe. Worse, but more brave than his father. Came within a half's breadth of striking me dead. But that was long ago. Anyway, it has taken Lord Junbkei years to allocate the funds needed for proper repairs.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''You sound upset about it.'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Disappointed, not upset. Humble monks, we have yielded to many clans. Oda, Matsunaga, Tsutsui, even Akiyama.'' |
| | As they walked out of the complex's door, several enemy [[samurai]] attacked them. |
| | *'''Samurai Spearman:''' ''Go! Kill them!'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Savages! If you must, take my life to spare the others!'' |
| | As Joken kneeled down in fear, Naoe and the ''{{Wiki|sohei}}'' guards fought against the samurai. |
| | *'''Buddhist Monk:''' ''Please, no!'' |
| | After a while, they eliminated the attackers. Naoe checked on the injured and weeping Joken. |
| | **'''Naoe:''' ''How bad is your injury, Joken Hokkyo?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''This? It is nothing.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Why the tears, then?'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Have you not heard? The Akiyama stole the scroll. Without it, no peace in Yamato! Unbearable shame.'' |
| | Joken turned to his monk underling. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Bring me a blade. Only my death will restore honor.'' |
| | *'''Naoe:''' ''Stay right there. Your fate is not yours to decide'' |
| | *'''Joken:''' [cries] ''You are right. I must inform Lord Junkei. [[Koriyama Castle]] must be witness to my punishment.'' |
| | Naoe left the temple and the monks, trying to deduce where the scroll would have gone. At the moment, Koshiro appeared once again. |
| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Lost a scroll, have we?'' |
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| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''We could talk about that. Or I tell you where to find the scroll to bring peace to Yamato.'' |
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| | *'''Kojiro:''' ''The thieves went that way.'' |
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| | |-|Yasuke= |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Welcome, Yasuke. You honor us greatly by accepting our invitation. May your visit bring us blessings. [[Tea]] will be served shortly. But first, allow me to show you Todaiji Temple in all its glory.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Glory tarnished by war. Still, here is a sense of tranquility.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Glory tarnished by war. Still, here is a sense of tranquility.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Tranquility is a rare treasure amid this chaos. War ravages these lands, yet Todaiji offers solace.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Tranquility is a rare treasure amid this chaos. War ravages these lands, yet Todaiji offers solace.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''I fear it is action that will solve [[Yamato]]'s problems.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''I fear it is action that will solve Yamato's problems.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. Which is why I personally aid the peace efforts. Let us walk. Would you kindly follow me. Here sits {{Wiki|Daibutsu}}-den. Built in more harmonious times. Some believe this structure is the very heart of the realm.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. Which is why I personally aid the peace efforts. Let us walk. Would you kindly follow me.'' |
| | Yasuke walked with the Joken and they passed by a small shrine. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''Here sits {{Wiki|Daibutsu}}-den. Built in more harmonious times. Some believe this structure is the very heart of the realm.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''What do you believe?'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''What do you believe?'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''I believe [[bronze]], while impressive in form, pales in comparison to the fiery determination of the ambitious.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''I believe bronze, while impressive in form, pales in comparison to the fiery determination of the ambitious.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Surely peace is the blessing Yamato needs.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Surely peace is the blessing Yamato needs.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Hopefully, with my guidance, the clans can achieve it.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Hopefully, with my guidance, the clans can achieve it.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''I certainly hope so.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''I certainly hope so.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''They simply need to [[Buddhism|open their hearts]] and minds to [[Shakyamuni|Buddha]]. Then, they will see the way.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''They simply need to open their hearts and minds to Buddha. Then, they will see the way.'' |
| | After a long walk, they reached a hall. |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''You mentioned you had a role in the peace talks. What, exactly?'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''You mentioned you had a role in the peace talks. What, exactly?'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''I assure tradition and formality. Do you see that scroll over there? For generations, its sacred texts have guided negotiations between the various warring clans.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''I assure tradition and formality. Do you see that scroll over there? For generations, its sacred texts have guided negotiations between the various warring clans.'' |
| | They looked at a scroll on a table in a corner. |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is often open minds, not traditions, that lead to peace.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is often open minds, not traditions, that lead to peace.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Yes, but the Buddha speaks through the scroll, blessing or disapproving. I must attend to my duties. In my absence, I kindly request that you stay within the gardens. Even the most esteemed guests are not allowed access to all areas of the temple.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Yes, but the Buddha speaks through the scroll, blessing or disapproving. I must attend to my duties. In my absence, I kindly request that you stay within the gardens. Even the most esteemed guests are not allowed access to all areas of the temple.'' |
| [[Matsunaga Kojiro]] motioned for Yasuke to approach him.
| | The Joken took his leave. At that moment, from a walkway corridor, Kojiro motioned for Yasuke to approach him. |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Over here, you walking mountain.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Over here, you walking mountain.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Kojiro? Where are you taking me?'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Kojiro? Where are you taking me?'' |
| | Yasuke followed Kojiro as they walked across the corridor. |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''You'll see.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''You'll see.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Surely this is going to get me into trouble.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Surely this is going to get me into trouble.'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Such doubts! Have I lead you astray before? Come!'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Such doubt! Have I lead you astray before? Come!'' |
| | Kojiro led Yasuke into a room where various trinkets and relics were kept. |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''The Hokkyo collects sacred relics. Their value could fund an army.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''The Hokkyo collects sacred relics. Their value could fund an army.'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Among other things.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Among other things.'' |
| | Yasuke inspected a tea bowl collection on a small table. |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Never much cared for that tea kettle.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Never much cared for that tea kettle.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''You have seen it before?'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''You have seen it before?'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Hmm? No, not in this life.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Hmm? No, not in this life.'' |
| | He then inspected a katana on display. |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''This sword must have seen many battles. A strange memento for a peaceful old monk.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''This sword must have seen many battles. A strange memento for a peaceful old monk.'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''No polishing can remove that blood stain.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''No polishing can remove that blood stain.'' |
| | Yasuke then turned to a scroll on the bench near the ground. |
| | {{IUNote|Title=Letter for Joken Hokkyo|Text=Youre desire for peace is admirable. Tsutsui will be persuaded despite his stern character. Many of the Akiyama are showing willingness for peace, but Lady Ayako will be an obstacle. She sees her clan as the rightful rulers of Yamato. Be careful, she has allies throughout the land.<br- Hashiba Clan}} |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''The report suggests Lady Ayako of the Akiyama clan is not trustworthy.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''The report suggests Lady Ayako of the Akiyama clan is not trustworthy.'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Convenient. Lying open there. For all to read.'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Convenient. Lying open there. For all to read.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is curious that the Hokkyo collects so many... "un-monkly" things.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is curious that the Hokkyo collects so many... "un-monkly" things.'' |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Trophies, even. I wonder why?'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Trophies, even. I wonder why?'' |
| | As Yasuke looked around, the Joken came into the room. |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Here you are.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Here you are.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''You have glimpsed my collection of oddities. The {{Wiki|Japanese tea utensils|tea set}} of {{Wiki|Matsunaga Hisahide}}. Exquisite craftsmanship.'' | | Yasuke took a look around and saw Koshiro was already gone. |
| | *'''Joken:''' ''You have glimpsed my collection of oddities. The tea set of {Matsunaga Hisahide. Exquisite craftsmanship.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''He was a bold usurper.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''He was a bold usurper.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''A scoundrel driven by greed. But he had fine taste. Especially in tea sets.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''A scoundrel driven by greed. But he had fine taste. Especially in tea sets.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is a good thing Lord [[Oda Nobunaga|Nobunaga]] dealt with him.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''It is a good thing Lord Nobunaga dealt with him.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''The [[Oda clan]]'s actions benefitted Yamato, toppling the {{Wiki|Matsunaga clan}} and empowering the [[Tsutsui clan]]. Still... Just before the Matsunaga clan's {{Wiki|Siege of Shigisan|fall}}, Lord Nobunaga promised Yamato to us monks. Then changed his mind.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''The Oda clan's actions benefitted Yamato, toppling the Matsunaga clan and empowering the Tsutsui clan. Still... Just before the Matsunaga clan's fall, Lord Nobunaga promised Yamato to us monks. Then changed his mind.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Lord Nobunaga seldom acted without reason.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Lord Nobunaga seldom acted without reason.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. A very shrewd thinker. Now Lord Junkei rules Yamato and enjoys its riches. Anyway, enough of the past. Let us resume our walk.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Indeed. A very shrewd thinker. Now Lord Junkei rules Yamato and enjoys its riches. Anyway, enough of the past. Let us resume our walk.'' |
| | Yasuke followed the Joken out of the hall. |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Hm. Not the prettiest sight.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Hm. Not the prettiest sight.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''The scars of war.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''The scars of war.'' |
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| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Your tone suggests discontent.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Your tone suggests discontent.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Acceptance, not discontent. Humble monks, we have yielded to many clans. Oda, Matsunaga, Tsutsui, even Akiyama.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Acceptance, not discontent. Humble monks, we have yielded to many clans. Oda, Matsunaga, Tsutsui, even Akiyama.'' |
| | As they walked out of the complex's door, several enemy [[samurai]] attacked them. |
| *'''Samurai Spearman:''' ''Go! Kill them!'' | | *'''Samurai Spearman:''' ''Go! Kill them!'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''Savages! If you must, take my life to spare the others!'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''Savages! If you must, take my life to spare the others!'' |
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| *'''Yasuke:''' ''Stay right there. Your fate is not yours to decide.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''Stay right there. Your fate is not yours to decide.'' |
| *'''Joken:''' [cries] ''You are right. I must inform Lord Junkei. Koriyama Castle must be witness to my punishment.'' | | *'''Joken:''' [cries] ''You are right. I must inform Lord Junkei. Koriyama Castle must be witness to my punishment.'' |
| | Yasuke left the temple, trying to think of where the scroll thieves would have gone. At that moment, Koshiro appeared once again. |
| *'''Kojiro:''' ''Lost a scroll, have we?'' | | *'''Kojiro:''' ''Lost a scroll, have we?'' |
| *'''Joken:''' ''What is this? One moment you're here with me, and then—'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''What is this? One moment you're here with me, and then—'' |
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| *'''Joken:''' ''I won't forget your kindness.'' | | *'''Joken:''' ''I won't forget your kindness.'' |
| *'''Yasuke:''' ''I must get to Kofukuji Temple. Attend the peace negotiations with Naoe.'' | | *'''Yasuke:''' ''I must get to Kofukuji Temple. Attend the peace negotiations with Naoe.'' |
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| ==Outcome== | | ==Outcome== |
