Love and a cough cannot be hidden

It wasn't uncommon to find one of Sedna's children out this way. Her kin had blended into the clan perfectly, better than some full-blooded koi, but even then many seemed to enjoy the ocean air and the room to grow a variety of plants.  Fresh, non-salty water was brought in through shallow little canals, channelling the Bamboo's streams to the Bay. It had taken a great deal of work to set up, but Tojo's lands all served a purpose now and had been adjusted accordingly. Moving to the tiny wolf's side, Hattori looked down at her, pale brows furrowing slightly. It was clear something was on her mind, he would listen if she cared to speak.

"Speech"