training the new growth [Ashen Meeting]

All she had to do was sit here and look like she belonged, that’s all that was being asked of her. Self doubt continued to creep into her life, and she was stunted from being the Princess she should have been. Kiyohime hoped that maybe helping to teach would give her more than a better understanding of her own craft, but a deeper confidence. Her mismatched ears perked to listen as the youths introduced themselves one by one. She took special note of Celeste speaking up, wanting to maybe get a lesson or go hunting with her.

Right after that the Princess attention was caught by one of her cousins speaking up. Saia wanted her to be her mentor. Ike tried to hide the fact that her jaw dropped, it was so surprising when she doubted herself so much. She wasn’t sure she could even say anything though, but after a glance towards her mother Shuriken nodded her head in delight. Many emotions raced through her and she tried to hide them and be professional like a princess should be.

"I would like to mentor, Saia.” She returned as her dual toned gaze returned to the young girl. She gave her a smile before she looked up to her brother’s friend. "And maybe learn some of your hunting strategies, Miss Celeste.” She added with a little blush over her pale features.

"Kiyohime Shuriken Ōritsu Abraxas"