The Sleeping Dragon

It was a fine evening indeed.

[SHU Filter]

I fear I may be taking ill. My body has grown weak; good medicine tastes bitter. I must rest, though I wish I did not have to. Movement has become difficult. Do not fear. I shall grow well again soon, but until that time I shall need to take meals in my room.

Make sure nobody else learns of my condition. It would be dangerous for such knowledge to get out.

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Thus, the New Year has come. A new beginning, a new cycle even... what will the City bring for us? We cannot know, but let us face it with dignity, wisdom and courage. With the strength of nine bulls and two tigers, we shall overcome whatever is directed at us.

This festival looks most enjoyable. We shall do as we would normally do back home for New Years, Jiang Wei. Let us take part and enjoy what is on offer, and what we can provide for ourselves.

Tomorrow, we shall remember those lost to us.


[ooc: 'The strength of nine bulls and two tigers' means a tremendous effort']

Yesterday was indeed fascinating. An interesting culture, one I researched much into today, but the curse plagued us with many unsavory events, such as seems to be most frequently in their nature. Slavery is truly an abhorrent practise, one that cannot be allowed, and to see my own student forced to work as such, a personal strike against me.

I believe I dealt with it as necessary, in the calm manner one must take in such situations. To give in to temper is to lose the ability to rationalise properly. So it is.


[Filtered From Jiang Wei, Wei and Wu]
Indigo blue is obtained from the indigo plant, but such color is bluer than the plant itself. How true is this... as generations gain new wisdom, thus the disciple must one day surpass their master. I shall be glad to see Jiang Wei fulfill his potential and when I one day pass on, I shall surely watch him come to greatness from the heavens. Yes... so it shall be so. I am certain of it. I pray only that Lord Liu Chan's fearful nature does not damage Shu as he grows older. I am weary of such things, but in death there will be nothing I can do.

I must put my faith in the heavens, and hope that my student shall be allowed to fully utilise the potential he has for the sake of Shu.

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[Private; Jiang Wei; Completely Unhackable]
My student, I have placed magical wards on our apartment. Any with weapons, except us and the allies we have made, will be trapped in a magical seal if they try to enter our home without our permission. Please be aware of this. The spell will need refreshing on a day-to-day basis and I should like you to learn it. The ward also works against Sima Yi, with weapons or without.

I also have a gift for you. It had been left on the living room table. Please use it well, and add to it yourself.

[/Private]

I have began the study of new kinds of magic from other worlds. It is most fascinating, and I am making progress. The sheer amount that I could learn intrigues me, and I feel keep me an apt student for a long time. With this new knowledge, I shall surely be even better equipped than before to prepare for the future. Something tells me I will need these abilities soon, too. Who knows what the future may bring, except the heavens themselves?

Ah... a Ball. A time to meet new people and forge new bonds. It is a useful gathering in terms of widening one's net, and also for simple enjoyment. I do not think I shall be dancing, but I shall most certainly be there to talk and enjoy the atmosphere. Jiang Wei, the experience will be good for you too.

[Private To Self; Totally Unhackable]
Attending this is an opportunity not to be missed. I could simply have sent my young student along, but there is nothing quite as wise as seeing and hearing for one's self. A chance to analyse as much of the City's folk as I can; learn something about how the different citizens are perceived to be. Anybody interested in such things would be fool to miss it.

I shall enjoy the company as well; it has been a while since I have been surrounded by so many, and I start to miss it.

[/Private]

I fought that battle for Jiang Wei because he is the future. I saw it; in his eyes, his soul, his aura. He shall be great, a man of peerless wisdom that could one day lead Shu in my place with the same care and attention. I do not regret that I waged a war just to get him at my side, if it meant the future shall be secure for all.

Hmm. A curse. Strange.

Hmm. Yesterday I was cursed, and lost my wisdom. I remember only a few things, but I have many injuries that suggest I must have been quite the trial for those who took care of me. I do apologise, and hope I can repay you somehow.

Private; Kanda Yuu, Unhackable
Kojiro knew sanity, briefly, yesterday, and directed me to you as one who might be able to stand against him when he became insane again. That man is a great danger to all. Should you require my assistance in any manner, let me know, and I feel is essential we talk soon about the matter.

/Private


Private; Self; Unhackable
I had to lie about my memories for the sake of Jiang Wei. I fear I may have... embarassed him to a huge degree. To bring my actions up would only embarass him further. That would be counterproductive and unfair to him. I fear already he may never be able to hear the word 'pretty' again without flinching.

/Private


[occ: OK, so I haven't gone to work quite yet. Turns out it's later than I though, eh? Any comment not answered this morning will be answered later on.]

After exploring this city and learning more about the way it works, and its inhabitants, I have decided I must look for work. I have great wisdom, logic and intellect; this is not an arrogant statement, simply truth. There is much in which I could assist and be of use. I hope, therefore, it does not take too long to fulfill this objective.

Jiang Wei, I do not wish you to find work, at least yet. You must dedicate yourself to your studies.

( Private; Jiang Wei; Unhackable 'Cause Zhugers Is GENIUS )

Sasaki Kojiro. You disappoint me, not turning up to duel me. For all your words, you were not able to back them up, were you? You shall not have another chance to slay this dragon, rest assured.

I shall explore the City today. Jiang Wei, you shall come with me. You need to see it, too.