[center][i]Rejected once more by an ally when trying to help and bond, Jiang just shrugged her off and let her do her own thing.  She was humbled on this day and Jiang didn't want to say anything else to hurt her.  Thxng's words struck him like a lightning bolt when she couldn't assure him that his family would be safe.  She answered all of his questions in full and the more she spoke, the more it became apparent that they really had no choice but to comply.  This wasn't a partnership, but slavery or at the very best indentured servitude.  They were caught in a seemingly inescapable web from cast by this ki witch and he had hoped that there was a way to escape her influence.  Baji regained his composure and cool demeanor, running his hand through his hair and smiling at the crazy psycho woman and shooting her a toothy grin.[/i]  [color=royalblue]"Then I suppose that settles it, right?  We're going to head to Ru with this knowledge that you have given us and we're going to succeed in our mission.  Thank you very much for the assistance and test of skill.  Next time we meet though, you'll have to let me take you out on a date instead of fighting."[/color]  [i]He said while delivering the trademark Jiang attitude and flair while striking a manly pose, setting his hands behind his head and flexing his biceps.  His abs tightened as he bent his knees for the perfect execution of posing.  This was his way of blowing off some steam, as he walked forward with the knowledge of how much bigger this issue has just become.[/i]  [color=Royalblue]"Takumi, I'm ready to reach Ru if you and the others are ready.  We have to convince them to be ready for whatever is coming."[/color][/center]