Impromptu friendship

"You had yogore to do it for you tentai , now you're just a drifter like the rest of us" He replies bluntly as the canter of his horse turns into a gallop "We should be safe in Nagashino , a rebellion has begun there , perhaps we will find safe haven "

"Yeah looks like we're the same, you and i," Koharu said to the walnut.

(what does that mean?)

"Yes , you're both destitute , fugitives, and very pretty" Take remarks with a flirtatious grin.

"I'm prettier though right?" Toshi asked jokingly

"We should fight it out," Koharu said. "Oh, what are your names?"

"I am Takehiko Takeyuki , the pale little shrimp is called Toshiro" He says , rough accent indicating an origin from one of the grimier provinces like say Genfu.

"Toshiro, master of combat magic" he said

"I'm Koharu," She replied.

"An honor to meet you" He says with a small uncharacteristically stiff nod , using the politest possible terms.

"Did someone just shove a stick up your ass?" SHe asked, noting his stiffness.

"I'm to be polite when I introduce myself , parents taught me that much" He replies calmly .

"I'm sure they'd be so proud now."

"Thank you" He replies with a small appreciative smile , if he noticed the sarcasm he isn't showing it.

"That was... never mind. "

Take's day has been sufficiently brightened.

Toshiro is warry about bringing the yogore with them, but wouldn't want her to be left to die

Koharu is honored.

(The end)