   Thereâs an interesting mix of good and unpleasant memories situated in the ward. It brings to mind a scenery much like the Kyoto he has known for the past century, but certain locations do nothing but scruff his face in ways few things do. Though the Lake of the Koi is one of those, time and time again the fox finds himself taking strolls along its length, hidden eyes scamming its waters. The fish have started to greet him as a common occurrence, and he greets them back out of habit. Little he cares about them, but keeping an image has always been of utmost importance. The kappa receive nothing but a side-eye behind his mask, and the koi... Ahh... The koi bring to light painful memories.
   He had once been so close to acquiring beauty like no wonder, for Koi-no-Sei could be truly called the most beautiful koi spirit. And if it hadnât been for that insolent kappa and Abe no Seimei, she would have been his and his only.
   It matters little. Nothing at all, in fact, for this lake has brought him a new beloved.
   His kindest smile finds its way back to his face, and oh what a blessed day this is! For he to find once more the one he is destined to be with. âBeautiful young lady! Please, do not move. I have a message of utmost importance to you.â Youko circles around the crouching girl like one would a prey, and ah, how much prettier she is up close! âThese koi you are playing with want nothing but to say how tremendously gorgeous you are. And though I am only an innocent fox passing by, I must agree; never before have I seen beauty like yours!â
@koiwazuraine.