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[sub][@PaulHaynek][@The Irish Tree][/sub]

[b]Homestead[/b]
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Shizuka was about to make a move until he saw the pitiful reaction of the brigands as Eula commenced her attack. Flailing around and crying out in fright, they couldn't even keep their weapon's held as they fleeing in terror. Well, all but one fled - one poor fool couldn't keep up with his compatriots. The ronin thought to himself, it seemed his initial estimation was incorrect. It appeared the glass blade he was holding was so heavy, it slowed his running. He didn't fell sorry for the idiot; he probably would let go of it because it was worth something to him. Doesn't matter, even if it was slowing him down Shizuka wouldn't have let him escape regardless. 

There was no hint of movement in the instant Shizuka vanished from his crouching spot and appeared right in front of the bandit. Before the man even had time to register his new obstacle, Shizuka hit him with a sharp crosskick into his abdomen. He made sure to kick hard enough to break a rib as the man was sent flying in the opposite direction, eventually being stopped after hitting a wall and slumping to the floor of the ruined house. Kannazuki began to slowly walk over to the downed marauder, but lucky for the man he didn't have the intent to kill. 

[color=0072bc]"That was well done Eula-san."[/color] He said. [color=0072bc]"Seems we overestimated these gentlemen. Your shots didn't hit their mark, but they were effective all the same. Now, on to our new friend here"[/color] Shizuka said with a foreboding tone, now standing directly over the downed man. He drew his blade and brought it straight to the man's throat. He pressed it close enough to where it barely broke the skin, causing a tiny bit of blood to drip down. 

[color=0072bc]"Afternoon, sir. Me and my associate here are simple passerbys, and it recently came to our attention that you and your comrades had slaughtered the family that used to live here and ransacked their home. Unfortunately, it seems your friends rudely ran off before we could question them about the matter. Would you be kind enough to lead us back to your hideout so they can weigh in on the situation?"[/color]

While the swordsman's words were cordial, his tone was anything but. 

[color=0072bc]"Also, I'm a bit curious and would much like to learn more about that glass blade you were so dead set on running away with."[/color]

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[sub][@PaulHaynek][@Hammerman][/sub]

[b]The Headman - Sawmill[/b]
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Having their strength zapped, the remaining bandits could do little to avoid the onslaught of sakura blossoms as they were felled by Atsuha's magic. Hinami's opponents didn't fare much better, either, as one was taken out by the kanabo and the other by the Jiangshi's foot. Both sisters then turned to see that not only was Luna able to save Sorae, but even took out the final brigand. [color=7bcdc8]Luna-chan, you did it! That was amazing!"[/color] Hinami cheered, running over to the both of them. 

Atsuha soon followed over. [color=9e0b0f]"Impressive. It seems our little scholar has adapted quite well to these high combat environments."[/color] She mused. 

Of course, instead of giving thanks for having her life saved, she instead gripes to the team and reminds them that she doesn't need help from a bunch of monsters. This made the sisters frown a bit, but it didn't surprised them at this point. However, she also gave more information about how she saw someone hiding inside the nearby shack. After making their way inside, they were meet by a cowering young girl. 

[color=9e0b0f]"Dearie, no one here is going to hurt you."[/color] Said the Jorougumo in a kind, reassuring tone. [color=9e0b0f]"But, perhaps you could tell us what exactly you're doing here?"[/color]