When death engulfs the world..

[kangasha]

Hintsune Juyian had travelled a fair distance to get here by foot, yet somehow her footwear had managed to endure this strenuous journey. She was a far distance from what she had called home for so many years, but now she had finally reached her destination.

After hearing that a large Oda force had swooped into Mikawa from a gossiping traveller whom she personally silenced, Juyian instantly stopped wandering aimlessly and set her sights on Mikawa. After all, whichever side had won the conflict by the time she got there, she believed she would encounter much death and suffering. And the lord who could deal with that guiltlessly was certainly worth meeting.

And so, she finally stood before Mikawa. Unsure of what to expect, she couldn't help but notice the Oda banners.

"So, it was Oda that won. Perhaps their leader is ambitious. Or perhaps he just wants a blood-crazed world. Regardless, it would be a pity to waste such an opportunity.."

Finishing mumbling to herself, she would approach the gates and shout at a nearby guard, putting on as much fake charm and manipulation as she deemed needed. From this distance all he would be able to see was a young, pretty, girl in need of assistance and she knew that.

"Excuse me sir, you must forgive me but I have dire need to get into this city! My poor family were trapped in here during the siege, and I do not know where they would be now. Oh, if only a strong, brave figure of authority would let me in and escort me to the Lord of this castle so that I may enquire about my dear relatives.."

And on that note, she would muster up fake tears and appear to be crying gracefully. Oh, won't this guard help a poor, beautiful woman like herself?

(Well then, lets try and get Hintsune Juyian into Oda I guess. )

[shibatatim]

Oda Nobunaga was please with his recent victory. Mikawa was a land known for its legendary warriors and Nobunaga had proven that they were not up to his standards. His victory won in a short week, the land of Mikawa was his now.

A young women approached the gate and had begged for the Guard to allow her to into. Her goals were to speak with Oda Nobunaga. The Guard bearing an Oda banner on his back spoke to the women. "I'd suggest you quit the crying before you enter girl. That is something our lord will definitely not enjoy." Though he would wave his hand to signal a private to accompany her to Nobunaga. "Private, take this girl to Nobunaga."

The large gate would now open revealing many bodies being dragged to the side. They were fallen Mikawa warriors, slain by Oda's army. The private would walk past the gate and wait for the women.

[kangasha]

Well, she DID get her goal. But the fact that she could drop her act so soon was more then welcomed. It was somewhat convenient that her lies had not been detected, or if they had the guard didn't care, which might be better. Deciding however that as her display had not gone entirely to plan, it was better off not to answer the bannerman in case her request was suddenly denied. So instead she stopped her act at an unnatural pace. There, she stood solid as a statue, until finally she heard the gates creek open. And the sights she saw there couldn't help but make her grin.

Corpses. Human corpses, and the first she had seen in a long time. Dried blood staining the ground where the deceased bodies once lay, and limbs being taken away like with all of the other carcasses. Death. This is what she came here to see, but the fact it was still visible to the human eye meant one of two things. Either he didn't care what the public thought, or he hadn't the time to tidy up. Maybe both, she thought. But she shrugged that off, seeing a man waiting for her.

"So your to take me to Nobunaga? Then we should move. I haven't time to stand around." She would snap at him, as if she was waiting for him, not otherwise. And with that, she entered the city, letting of a manic and disturbing laugh as she did so.

"Lord Nobunaga hmm? This.. Will be fun."

[shibatatim]

The private ignored what she had said. It was not his duty to really. He would quicken his pace as they now walked up the large steps in the center of the town. At the top of the steps was pretty visible that a building rested here.

They would enter the building and as soon as they did the private would kneel. In respect to his lord more or less. As he did so he would speak. "Lord Nobunaga, this lady is here with a question." The man of course lowering his head as he spoke.

In response Nobunaga would turn from Mori Ranmaru and direct his attention towards the women. His left hand raising to scratch his chin. "Is that so?.." His mind still preoccupied with further advancements of the Oda, but then again when was it not?.

[kangasha]

So, the private had taken her to an elevated building in the centre of town. A good vantage point to see the carnage and chaos that currently surrounded the city, she supposed. Perhaps Mikawa will see more more bloodshed, but even so she would rather find the death herself then wait for it to come to her. Finally entering the building, the private that had escorted her instantly bowed. She had no time for pleasantries, and even so she was not accustomed to them, not having to deal with such in a very long time. She spoke firmly, placing her dagger on the ground to show she meant no harm as she did so.

"Nobunaga, I presume? I come from an abandoned temple. I have seen much blood, much death. I have heard much cries for help, many screams for mercy. When they directly involved me, none were heeded. Over time I came to study dark arts, and I have gained mystical powers which allow me to control the mentality of people, and as a result their actions. I'll be blunt."

She would begin to move closer to him, very slowly, mainly in effort to show him she was not a normal lady.

"I can drive foes to their very defeat with simple dances and sacrifices. So I ask you this. Are you willing to obtain power through any means? If the answer is yes, then use me. My talents with dark magic are unequalled, and I could make the very world yours. If you so wish to turn me away, I will leave. But know I will not rest. Death itself will rise and strike down your foes regardless. And when death engulfs the world, only you will stand on top of it all, Lord Nobunaga."

By now she had closed in, leaving only about 2 feet distance between the two of them. Her black eyes would almost shine at the end of her speech, and glare intensely as if staring into Nobunaga's very soul.

"You can bring death to the world.. Only you."

[shibatatim]

Her words would intrigue Nobunaga's interests. Being able to control others, albeit limited, was something very interesting. The way she worded her words would amuse him and make him laugh softly. As the women approached Nobunaga however, Mori Ranmaru would step forth.

"That is quite far enough lady. Your trickery will have no effect on Lord Nobunaga nor I, for that matter." Of course his mind and soul was controlled purely by Oda Nobunaga and no one else. His unwavering loyalty had proven that much.

When Ranmaru finished speaking Nobunaga would rest his hand on Ranmaru's shoulder. "Relax..." Nobunaga knew that this sorcery would come in handy for his future expansions for the Oda banner. He had numerous troops to follow his leadership, but few generals to keep his word in order. "You speak of death and chaos as if you know it first hand, but what I am more interested in now is your name." His tone had changed from curious to demanding.

[kangasha]

As Ranmaru had stepped forward to stop her closing in any more distance, she couldn't help but giggle to herself. At his words, she stopped giggling, but gave him a smile that although friendly, seemed anything but.

"Blind loyalty.. Is an admirable trait. One many claim to have obtained, but then falter and waver with their words on the brink of defeat. It helps trust grow with those you are loyal to, and helps block any interference with you and your lord. A trait one must be born with, or guide themselves too. I simply wish to prove myself as the latter."

Ranmaru was obviously a strong figure, and even if she had came here with hostile intentions she had no intent to mess around with someone like him. However, hearing Nobunaga's next words caught her attention.

"Hintsune Juyian. My name is not important however. Let it fade into history. I personally am not important. But what I can offer you is significant. Besides, what good is a war if it can't be won, and what good is there in peace when you can't claim power?"

She would finish speaking on the note, making her expression neutral once more.

[shibatatim]

Nobunaga stepped down to Juyian, from his elevated footing. They would be facing face to face. This act was more or less to demonstrate that he did not fear anyone. Even one such as Juyian you had claimed so many things in her words as she spoke to him.

"Offer you say? And just what may you offer to me?" His mind estatic to her and wanted nothing more to make his ambition a reality. By any means necessary. His intentions and goals were obvious to everyone and he did not mind his words around anyone.

[kangasha]

Juyian couldn't help but smile once more. Nobunaga secretly thrilled her. He seemed cold and calculating. He seemed like a man who would climb a mountain rather then a hill, even if just for the smallest of tasks. She believed him an opportunist, which wasn't bad in a man such as Nobunaga.

"What an interesting man you are.. I offer you what I have already mentioned. War, chaos, and your victory along it all. I can see if being a slow process, but with my abilities I can hinder the enemy forces, it would be a sure process. That is all I can offer you, it is up to you regarding what you do about it."

Summing up everything she had previously said, she would take a step back, and, despite it being a mannerism she had not used in a long time, would crouch down and lower her head. Her hair would cover the rest of her facial features, masking her currant expression.

"I ask to join you as a.. Officer, I believe you warlord call them? Regardless, I believe joining your forces will be the best way for both of our ambitions to be filled. Mine, to see suffering and death devour those who would oppose, and yours is to seize the land, I presume. I offer my loyalty. Will you take it?"

[shibatatim]

Nobunaga would smile as he scratched his chin. "Then so be it, Juyian." He was curious to see what she could do for him. Though what she could not, he would do for himself.

His voice would be ecstatic. "My ambition can not be stopped." His wide smile easily visible by the men in the room, including Ranmaru. Despite Juyian's head being lowered, he would assume she could see it to.

[kangasha]

Raising her head and her body slowly, she would smile slightly, and her eyes would meet with his grin. Flicking her head back, and her hair along with it, she would slowly turn her back on him, her arms dangling down her side. She would slowly walk towards the door she came through, but made it quite obvious she wasn't going to leave if she was still needed to stay.

"Lord Nobunaga, I wish to get myself used to this town, as now I am under your services I presume I will be here for some duration. If you wish to speak with me some more, or if something needs clarifying, I am happy to stay."

If Nobunaga allowed her to leave or said nothing to her, she would continue to would out until eventually out of the building.