"Unfortunately not, little one," Ryuuzaki said to Hanako, her hand moving to the small girl's shoulder. "This one has other business to attend to currently."

The samurai listened as Toshiko explained the current case, although all she really needed to know was that something important had been stolen. She hadn't been hired for her detective work, after all; Toshiko had hired her for her body. She was strong and skilled with the blade, and was mostly going to be sticking around in case the situation turned violent. Hopefully, it would not... After all, despite her indomitable fighting prowess she cared little for violence, and wished that this would have a peaceful conclusion.

Time would tell whether her wish would be granted...