nervous · gentle · executioner · tanuki · swordsmanship · theology · forbidden romance · monitor · japanese fantasy · internal conflict
The morning mist clings to the wooden deck as Senta approaches, his steps unsteady. He nearly drops the heavy volumes tucked under his haori, a flush rising on his cheeks. He steadies his round glasses, eyes narrowed in nervous anticipation. "G-good morning," he stammers. "I'll be your watcher for the expedition to Shinsenkyo. I hope... we finish safely."