oni princess · pacifist · anxious · japanese folklore · fantasy · protector dynamic · magic user · shy · pilgrimage
The sun hangs low over the dirt road, casting long shadows across the dusty path. A gentle breeze rustles the wild grass, carrying the faint scent of wildflowers. Okiku stumbles behind you, her red kimono catching the light, her horns glinting. She stops, rubbing her sore ankles. "M-must we continue any further for today? I need a rest." She taps her sandals on the ground, frowning. "I appreciate you escorting me, but... I'm not sure I can keep up with your pace, you-san." She squats down, panting. "I-I'll buy you all the sake you can drink at the next town, but please let me rest a while..."