[center][i]Meisa Ichi
Thinking.[/center][/i]

Just after the meeting with Zakito, Meisa was reading through some files. Her plans would increase the security and diminish possible spy attacks back at the Fire Union. But she wondered what she would do now. The Chuunin exams were a chance for her to make moves while Hisoka was at Amegakure. It would be rather dangerous if somebody would point their finger at them, claiming that they had done something like trying to create some disorder, chaos and attempt or managed to steal a tailed beast from Kirigakure. The required evidence for that would need to be big or else Meisa could use it against the ones that accused the Fire Union. Which would give a reason for the Fire Union to take preventing measures against them.

Realizing that everything was going good and according to plan made Meisa smile. Though she now and then doubted if she was doing it well as Hokage, she knew that as long some people backed and helped her that she would do fine. Standing up, she would walk out of her office. She had finished most of her work today and maybe heading out for a walk would do her some good. But as she walked out of the Hokage Office, she briefly thought about the Chuunin exams. Which led her to think about Ryoku, the man who she had talked with.

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[center][i]The loyalty of the Rain,
A vouch made by Ryoku.

A collab wrote between Red Fox and Lesli.

Summary :
A little time back when Meisa had went to Amegakure after the Yonbi had attacked the village. Right before Kuni had been brought before Meisa and her seal been modified by the latter.[/center][/i]

[hider=A vouch of an Amekage]
She frowned. Clear signs had been spotted on their way towards Amegakure. Signs of where the Tailed Beast had walked. Together with the three full ANBU teams, Meisa had managed to made it towards the Rain and it wasn't like she had expected. But that was good. She had expected that the beast would have devastated the town much more than she could see. Of course, she was standing on the outskirts of the city, so she only saw some details in the distance. [b]''Send a message to the local Fire Union force. I want them to already prepare a report on their side on how the event had happened. Next to other information that might be useful.''[/b] Meisa ordered as one of the ANBU would head another way than she and the other did. While they ran at full speed over the lake, they lowered their pace once they entered the city. There were some buildings that had suffered some damage. But nothing huge from what she could see. 

Heading towards the building that held the Amekage office, Meisa ordered to two squads that they should stand on a standby. Only walking with thus three ANBU into the building, she made known that she would like to have an audiance with Ryoku. And as soon as possible, as time was of the essence.

Ryoku was overwhelmed by paperwork after they drove back the attack of the rampaging Tailed Beast. He could use a couple of hours of sleep, which shoved on his face and mostly his blood shut eyes. He was done with a large part of it, and now he was at the worst part. He was personally writing condolence letters to all families that lost a member during the attack. It was not the most pleasant thing to do, but he wanted to honor their memory in this way, too. He was interrupted by one of his assistants who stated that Meisa Ichi from the Village Hidden by Leaf demanded an urgent audience. Surprised at the sudden arrival, he immediately nodded and sent the assistant back to bring in the honored guest.

Placing the piled letters aside, he rubbed his eyes a bit. He was worried about such an unnanounced visit - or maybe he was paranoid because of his lack of sleep. One way, or another, he had a weird feeling about the meeting to come. Standing up, he prepared some chairs for Meisa to sit down and sit back on his chair as well, leaning against it as he waited.

Waiting, Meisa took her time to look around. The Village hidden in the Rain. It was somewhat strange. Strange that it reminded her of Kirigakure. But as she stared outside a window, Meisa heard that she could see and speak with the Amekage now. Pointing at one of the three ANBU, she would head towards the office. Entering the room, she eyed the man. Ryoku Samidare. She had heard several short notes about him, as she had requested to be briefed what they knew about the man. [b]''Sorry for the sudden visit, Lord Amekage. My name is Meisa Ichi and I have been sent to Amegakure by the Yondaime Hokage to conduct several plans that have been made. I hope you don't mind neither mine nor that of the ANBU now?''[/b] She asked, making a short and graceful bow towards the leader.

Ryoku was surprised by Meisa. She was energetic and straightforward - he especially liked the second trait. He returned her polite bow by standing up and bowing down as well.[b]" It is an unexpected honor to have you visiting, Lady Meisa. I wish the surroundings of our village looked more pleasant, but messages have surely reached you - The Four Tailed Beast struck at our village. Me and my most close comrades led countless of our shinobi in the defense of the village, and we ultimately succeeded, though in a way that may note be looked upon as ... the most stable solution. As for the plans you mention, I am glad you are here. As for the ANBU you mentioned, I fully understand your situation, my Lady. We live in times when it is better to be safe than sorry. Should they require any sorts of refreshement, they are but to ask my personal. But I believe we will talk about more important things, Lady Meisa."[/b]

Listening to Ryoku, Meisa paid good detail on how he spoke and what kind of words he used. It was important for her to better understand what kind of man, thus leader, he was. Walking to a chair to take a seat, the ANBU kept standing on the spot where he had entered the room. Smiling, Meisa spoke back to Ryoku. [b]''Please don't wish for that. I am quite interested in your village as it is truly different from Konohagakure.''[/b] She said, but it was time to become more serious. [b]''As for the attack of the Yonbi, that is exactly why I have been sent towards your village. We were only warned by a fast message that didn't hold much detail. Fearing the worst, I and some ANBU were sent to see if your village needed aid. As well talking about what you have done with the beast.''[/b] Pausing, Meisa decided to add one small thing. With a friendly genuine smile. [b]''I do have to say that I am personally impressed with how well you all have defended your homes. Fending off a Tailed Beast is one, but to keep the village still intact like this is truly an achievement, worthy of a good leader.''[/b]

Ryoku bowed his head again to the compliment. He liked the way Meisa was dealing with things.[b]" I thank you, Lady Meisa. I placed the protection of my beloved village at the tup of my priorities list during the attack. We were prepared for the worst case, that could be the very obliteration of our village, but thanks to the brave efforts of Ame-Nin, we avoided that case. And yes ... dealing with the beast. The news might not be pleasing, but we sealed the Yonbi into a host, thus creating a Jinchuuriki. I had my best ANBU and my personal asisstant present at the sealing, and according to them, the seal is stable ... as stable as it gets with a recently sealed beast."[/b] Here, Ryoku paused a bit, sighing.[b]" I am aware of the potential negative effects it might have ... and for them, I want to bear the responsibilities. Me alone."[/b]

It was like she had expected. They had sealed it already into a jinchuriki. But was it due they had to make haste or because they had plans to use a jinchuriki for their own goal? Meisa couldn't decipher what reasons it would be from just talking to the man. [b]''I can understand that. Jinchuriki's are always kind of a hassle. I am personally send here for my knowledge and expertise on seals to look after the chosen jinchuriki. If you also wouldn't mind, I want to send my present ANBU to fetch me the profile of the jinchuriki.''[/b] She paused, still smiling. [b]''Just wanting to be sure on how to approach the situation as I want to prevent any... nasty consquences in case I am forced to do something.''[/b] Though speaking with a friendly tone, it would be clear what she meant.

Ryoku dropped his kind smile for a moment upon hearing Meisa saying the last words. Something told him the smile and words contrasted a bit, but of course he understood it.[b]" But of course, Lady Meisa. Your personal has full access to the archives of our village. I would not want to interfere with your work here, and neither does the rest of the village. And if that is the case ... I am glad they sent you. I trust my comrades with my life, and so do I trust them with the seal. But the help of an expert is most welcomed, especially in a situation like this. After all ... "[/b] Ryoku looked at Meisa, considering his next words.[b]" ... my aim is to assure that Ame, as a part of The Fire Union will not only take the benefits, but accept the responsibilities as well, Lady Meisa."[/b]

The words of Ryoku made Meisa nod and at the same time smile. [b]''Glad to hear that.''[/b] She raised her right hand and made a gesture to the ANBU. Who had heard the words of Ryoku as well what Meisa had signaled. Turning around, the masked man moved out of the office. Hearing the door closed behind them, Meisa waited for a second before she would speak up again. [b]''May I however ask your opinion on the current and new made Jinchuriki?''[/b]

Ryoku nodded as the ANBU left his office. He then turned to Meisa and leaned on his desk, supporting his chin with his hands. For the first time since Meisa entered, he allowed himself to look tired.[b]" I will be honest with you, Lady Meisa. I am worried. Handling a Jinchuuriki is not an easy task and at first, I was not even sure if our village could handle it. But since we were in no posession of other sealing methonds, we opted for a human host. The selection was done by my asisstant who has far better knowledge of the profiles of people than I do. I trust her. I really do. But I think that if the host will show any ... behavior that is ... not considered to be normal or ... otherwise acceptable, I will be forced to step in. I will protect my village ... even if a treat is one of our villagers, Lady Meisa."[/b]

As she listened, she was a bit worried. So they had a jinchuriki, but no experience or way to keep it either restrained or guided? [b]''Ah.''[/b] She only said, thinking further about what he had told her. [b]''Truth be told, I am here to make sure that the newly made host won't have a chance to use any Bijuu chakra or her beast using any chance to burst out. I have experienced before how a jinchuriki went on a rampage and it wasn't something easy to dealt with.''[/b] Remembering the Rice event capital, Meisa's smile vanished. [b]''Even a stabilized jinchuriki can be sometimes troublesome. The one we have currenly, the Nibi's host, has shown in the past some troublesome desires and behaviors. Only later to stabilize and become a great asset for the village. And not only as a weapon.''[/b] Meisa said, adding the last part as she remembered how many were inspired by Kiyomi. Perhaps that would happen too with the current Ame host, like a trait for stabilized jinchuriki. Though she doubted it already.

[b]''What I am going to do is to close the seal to a level that may seem harsh. I am going to restrict any movement and option of the beast to slip in a wave of Bijuu chakra. From what I have learned about the particular chakra is that if I manage the seal in a way I have in mind, that she will not be able to open the seal. Nor will the beast be able to weaken it over time. It is kind of new, but in theory it should be very possible.''[/b] 

Ryoku´s expression darkened a bit. He understood the motivations behide the actions Meisa will take, but the thought of having a member of his village limited in such a way. Then again, the idea of a tailed beast breaking out in the middle of the village was something he would not like to experience. With a heavy heart, and knowing how much he will regret his choice, he nodded.[b]" Understood ... Lady Meisa. But I would ... strongly dislike to have a member of my village limited in his everyday activities, that includes regular shinobi training and education. I trust this will not be the case, Lady Meisa."[/b] He then though for a while on how to continue - Meisa was being honest with him. That much, Ryoku thought, should be also his attitude. He leaned back in his chair and united his hands. Taking a deep breath, he gave a cold look to Meisa.

[b]" You know, Lady Meisa ... Amegakure never elected me as their Amekage. I returned during the Shoji occupation and pretty much took over in a form of a revolution ... and I managed to stay the Amekage. I then led my village to join The Fire Union - and let me repeat, myself ... I am grateful that I was given the chance. But there is one thing I would like to sort out with you. I see where your motivation to act might come ... you are afraid of Ame using the Jinchuuriki as a weapon, or a tool to gain a stronger position in the Union ... or in the region generally. Is that right, Lady Meisa?"[/b]

Though Meisa wasn't sure if she was interested in what he had to tell her, she paid great attention to what he told her. When Ryoku started that he could see her motivation to act, her eyes slightly narrowed. It was for a brief second while she crossed her arms, patiently hearing him out. At the end of the question, Meisa didn't answer it right away. [b]''I believe that Amegakure is loyal to the Union. It hasn't caused any problems to the Union and have shown cooperation in the trade and allowing without any fuss Konohagakure agents to settle in the country and city.''[/b] Meisa said, his cold look was answered with one of her own. She hadn't expected him to be a simple idealistic fool. If he was like that, it would have been easier to manipulate him from a distance and she wasn't sure if it would be wise to try it out. Raising her chin a bit, she spoke again. [b]''I hope personally that Ame will continue to strive to be a valuable member of the Union. The economic and military security has benefited your village and country, as the others managed to benefit from Ame being their comrade in the Union. However,''[/b] Meisa paused again.

[b]''I have to be careful as there is a slight fear that having a Jinchuriki might give the wrong idea. Traditionally they are weapons of mass destruction. Concealed in a human, the Bijuu can be set loose in a village and level it to the ground. With your recent experience, I don't need to explain that in details. For that reason, I want to protect [i]both[/i] the village as jinchuriki. The seal is still an experiment and based on theory, that is something I have to be honest about. There might be a bad influence coming from it, but in exchange it will keep any distrust from rising. And from letting an incident happen. Considering you and your people have little to none experience with a jinchuriki. One that has a past I need to look at to know if it is going to be a trouble or not.''[/b]

Ryoku considered everything he heard and his expression softened again.[b]" I fully understand your reasoning, Lady Meisa. And once again, I am grateful for your assisstance. It is true that our village never had a Jinchuuriki. And it would not be wise from me to refuse help from Konoha, a village that has superior experience with handling a tailed beast. I am sure that that despite the seal being in experimental, it will allow the Jinchuuriki to remain an active person. Now then ... "[/b] Ryoku then leaned forward, once again giving Meisa a sincere, warm smile of his.[b]" ... I can assure you in one thing. As long as I am the Amekage, Amegakure will remain cooperative in all aspects, loyal. We will work as hard as we can to to be a valuable member of the union. For this ... I vouch with my life."[/b]
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