[center][img]https://images-ext-1.discordapp.net/external/z1BI9da9Vcj4stEUvq9llwWZVzpz_CzzA7KIVmcTp2E/https/i.imgur.com/CVO0GIm.png[/img] Level 1: 0/10 Location: Limsa Lominscuttle- Kanzuki Beach Word Count: 881 Points Gained: 2 New EXP Balance--- Level 1: 2/10 [/center] Karin Kanzuki was in a good mood. Word had just gotten back that the Seekers of Light had defeated the Abyssal Fleet. This eternal war that had hung over the heads of everyone in Limsa Lominscuttle had finally ended, and Karin couldn’t be happier about it. The oceans were safe again, and looking over the horizon didn’t mean looking out towards a battlefield. The entire thing had been a damper on her spirits since she had arrived, though of course she kept on training and fighting in the dubiously legal sea-faring fighting tournaments. It was only fair, then, that these Seekers be rewarded for their efforts. Karin had the resources and the means to do so. Otherwise their return would be marked with very little fanfare, and that wouldn’t do at all. Thus, she had to invite all of them to her beautiful estate. [color=fff200]"Ishizaki-san!"[/color] She had said, pacing in her office. [color=fff200]"Write this down!"[/color] She said. “You got it, Kanzuki-sama!” He replied, flexing his typing fingers and working on one of those new fangled computers with flat screens instead of big boxy ones. Karin spoke deliberately and thoughtfully. [color=fff200]"Dear follower…no. Dear accomplice, of the illustrious Seekers of Light. On behalf of the city of Limsa Lominscuttle Town, I wish to thank you and yours for your heroic -and definitive- efforts to keep our city safe. As a show of our appreciation, I wish to extend you an invitation to my beautiful seaside estate for an all-day beach party. We have all manner of activities and diversions on offer, as well as full catering, with a barbeque lunch, a well-stocked bar, and a specialty dinner come evening. Hmm…yes, I shant be inviting anyone else. Don’t write that last part down, that was just my thoughts. Without any crowds you can expect to relax and enjoy yourselves to your hearts’ content, so please stop by the southern shoreline district. Best regards, Kanzuki Karin.”[/color] [color=fff200]"Ah, yes. My oration skills are as immaculate as ever. They’d be fools to reject my invitation."[/color] Karin boasted to the wall. Ishikazi nodded sagely. [color=fff200]"Ishikazi-san!"[/color] She clapped her hands together. [color=fff200]”Begin preparations immediately."[/color] As she glanced over, she saw he had already been on the phone to organize catering. Karin smiled appreciatively. [color=fff200]"Dutiful as ever. Thank you, that will be all. I shall change into my swimwear."[/color] [hr] Karin lay on the beach in her white bikini, enjoying the sun’s rays and pleasant weather. The view was gorgeous as well, though some part of her mind surely knew it wasn't quite as she remembered it. Not very many giant white spikes off the coast of Malaysia, the original location of the Kanzuki Estate. Her face was protected with a large straw hat and her closed eyes were under fancy sunglasses. No doubt her guests would be arriving shortly. Birdie had already made himself at home. Karin liked having him around. Birdie had a high fight intelligence and knew how to throw his weight around. And with her training, he had only improved. His role as a bodyguard was mostly a way for her to get someone else to remove pests with her only having to snap and point. In truth, Birdie was a test for Karin. If she could manage to gain the loyalty of an ex-member of Shadaloo, then no doubt Karin was worthy of leadership. Though right now, Karin’s eyes opened as she sensed someone approaching. And [i]Birdie[/i] was still first in line! Making the Seeker [i]wait,[/i] even. The elegant Karin calmly removed her sunglasses and her temper promptly flashed like a grenade. [color=fff200][i]"Birdie!"[/i][/color] She snapped. The man paused, eyes widening slightly as he glanced over. Karin glanced at Nadia and smiled pleasantly and apologetically, rising to her feet. [color=fff200]"Don’t be rude, dear. Let our honored guests go first.”[/color] Birdie turned around and stared at Nadia for a moment. “Mm. Right.” He finished stuffing a muffin into his mouth and stepped aside with some vague attempt at a bow. “Welcome to the estate n’all that, yadda yadda, meals on the house.” [color=fff200]"Thank you, Birdie."[/color] Karin said. Birdie lumbered off, taking his assorted snacks with him and going to enjoy his relaxed, lazy day at the beach. One of many relaxed, lazy days on the beach. [color=fff200]"Apologies about him. He’s a recent hire, you see."[/color] She turned over her shoulder to watch him go, a thoughtful frown crossing over her features. Karin noted she ought to make him fight her ninjas again once she had the chance. Sparing no longer than a moment on these thoughts she turned to Nadia and the cordial smile returned with a sweeping gesture to the amenities available. Available was a delectable array of seasoned seafood, some pastries, and lots of kabobs of different kinds. [color=fff200]Welcome to the Kanzuki beach resort! Relax and enjoy yourselves. Hopefully you don’t mind each other’s company too terribly."[/color] She said wryly. After all, the beach was best enjoyed with the company of friends. Kanzuki Karin removed her sunglasses and held them by her face, resting her elbow in her palm. Her piercing hazel eyes were addled by the ugly and dim red glow of Galeem's influence. Still, she was gracious and had an aura of respectability and dignity. (Currently, anyway.) In some other place, this lady was a big shot to say the least.