three things cannot be long hidden

Hattori's ear flicked at the sound of approaching paw steps, he had not been expecting company as it was obvious from the lack of scents that this place very rarely received foot traffic. What were the chances that someone happened on by just as he arrived? The cautious, perhaps paranoid part of him wondered whether he'd been followed, but as he turned to look at the newcomer he realised she was just a child. Almost a yearling if her looks were to be believed. She was pale, almost ghostly, and the companion that lingered by her sides had little antlers, not unlike his daughters or Mother. The girl's gaze was alight with curiosity, making it quite clear she was just as surprised to stumble upon the temple as Hattori was.

"No. I do not think anyone does." He told her with a degree of certainty as he turned his gaze back to temple. "I am going inside. You may join me if you wish."

The entryway was dark and looming, the archway carved with intricate symbols and drawings Hattori could not decipher. The general vibe of the temple was somewhat similar to those back home, peaceful and quiet, stable in its foundations, but the architecture was different but not completely foreign either. It was a strange sensation and Hattori's lips pursed tight as he finally stepped inside. It was dark, the windows blocked with latticed covers, but his eyes soon adapted to the change in light and he took in his surroundings with mounting interest. The temple layout was different from what he anticipated, it began with a wide and spacious area, only to branch off into darker corridors. A giant statue dulled by the ages was placed in the centre of the main room, surrounded by a little fence to stop visitors from getting too close.

He glanced behind him to see if the stranger was still there, only to pause when he noticed a new scent filling his nostrils, that of freshly burned and sweet incense.