[center][h1][color=92278f][b]Menzai Isanami[/b][/color][/h1]

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[color=gray] Time: Morning

Location: Gaurav

Interactions:

Mentions: Dante, Darius [@Alivefalling] [@FunnyGuy] , Phia [@princess] , Viola [@13org] , Cyrus [@Helo]

Equipment: White Haori, Gauravian luck charm bracelet, Steel Chainshirt of Deflection (3 uses per day), Disguise ring
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[center][h1][color=92278f] [b]Gaurav[/b][/color][/h1][/center]

Watching Phia depart, the stomping footsteps of Ulysses could be heard drawing close to the lone wolf waving off the departing fairy."[color=f7941d] Talk about a tense situation that was.[/color]" The bearded male said with a barking laugh. 

This earned him a stern gaze from Menzai though said nothing for merely standing was taking all of his effort and concentration. That and the promise made, spurring him to keep himself conscious until everything was properly finished.

"[color=f7941d] She's grown into quite the dependable young lady. Good thing too, otherwise we would already be searching for a new guardian candidate.[/color]" The big man scoffed with a small chuckle, his meaty fingers fumbling over his body searching for something. A quick scrrtch, a match was lit and brought close to Ulysses face where he lit and puffed at his half-used cigar, the fiery glow giving the aged warrior's visage an almost eerie shadow as he turned his gaze to the injured wolf who still yet moved.

Observing quietly while taking a big puff of the cigar then slowly exhaled upward." [color=f7941d]The group will be alright, long as they got Phia with them. Even more so if they decide to go pay Sonia a visit.[/color]" The mere mention of her name had even the huge wolf shuddering."[color=f7941d] Good luck to those brothers..after this incident, I doubt she will be in much of a good mood. Course.... nothing goes well whenever the sisters get involved.[/color]" Another barking laughter rang out followed by a bit of cough from some cigar smoke getting caught in his throat.

Every swaying motion of the large hand had the glow briefly illuminate Menzai's face shadowed by his hair. The reddish hue contrasting with his slick, sickly pale skin. His eyes normally vibrant stood dim amidst the shadows, but still maintained that sharp, fierce spirit burning within those crimson glints. Gaze fixated on some unseen spot though his ears remained perked; flicking to his companions words as a single work spoken did not go unnoticed

Yet, gave no indication of what he thought or felt about the recent incident or what had been said. Menzai had always kept everything close to his chest. Mind, he was not simply standing there feeling sorry for himself; in fact far from it. Since regaining consciousness, Menzai had been slowly piecing everything together and working out how to best proceed. He had some ideas though still needed time to think on things and there was still the council that will surely be happening in the coming hours.

Ulysses let out a tired sigh, smoke billowing from his lips, the smell of booze on his breath."[color=f7941d] Those humans really are something too. Shame I missed the big open moment.[/color]" A frown creasing his brow.

" [color=92278f]They did well. If not for them, more lives would assuredly have been lost.[/color]" Menzai spoke his praise towards Dante and Darius, his tone solemn and sad; peering off towards the Roc lying lifeless. 

Following Menzai's gaze, Ulysses peered at the corpse and gave his beard a wary scratch." [color=f7941d]This is merely the start, of course. This attack likely no more than a warning. Probably trying to show us that even these woods aren't safe for humans. Didn't expect it to be so soon, but we might have-[/color]"

"[color=92278f] Ulysses. Enough.[/color]" Menzai cut the man off, his body trembling and wobbling in place about to collapse if not for the larger wolf stepping forward using his body to catch and hold him up." [color=92278f]That is something.... I must discuss with the group, but..enough for now. Please, take me to the destination I requested.[/color]" Asked the violet-haired wolf in a soft spoken manner barely above a whisper, refraining from elaborating any further for the time being.

With a final puff of his cigar." [color=f7941d]Ah, yes. Started rambling there and when you're already barely kicking. God forbids the reaction your mother will have."[/color] This time choosing not to chuckle, for what awaited Menzai was hardly a laughing matter. Things were only going to be more difficult once they get back to the village. Not to mention Sonia's possible wrath or how Phia would react if this prideful fool failed to hold up his promise. The duties of the guardian; a weight Menzai forced himself to carry. One they feared might crush him one day.

Bending downward using a decent size rock to put his cigar out on; finishing with a quick hand dusting, he turned and bent down." [color=f7941d]Alright. Get on. Your care is in my hands and making an enemy of the ladies from your family is one thing I definitely don't want on my arse.[/color]"

A simple tired nod was his response as he allowed himself to rest against Ulysses back. Once secured and comfortable, the two made their way towards the Roc's head.