#immaculate-inferno

[lunamatremarchive]

He returned her embrace, gently picking up her and spinning her around before placing her back on her feet. "I heard a rumor that you'd finally be returning to the city. I had to stop by." Kenji smiled down at her. It was hard not to drink her beauty and elegance. "Where are you staying, Lovely?"

It had been so many years since they’d seen each other- when last they met the two of them had barely been teenagers, still close in height and neither having begun to grow into anything spectacular to look at. He was only a few years older than her and he had grown into a handsome man now, something that Yue had known would happen someday. “A hotel not far from here,” she answered as she released her hold on him and picked up her suitcase once more. “The rest of my luggage should already be there- father arranged for it to be sent ahead of me so that it would arrive early. You should walk with me.”

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[lunamatremarchive]

"I thought I’d never see you again." Yue had always been a vision of loveliness, something that Kenji rarely saw anymore. He wasn't sure how to feel at her sudden appearance but he knew he didn't want her to go.

It had been some time since Yue had been in Republic City- the return visit was welcomed by the woman who enjoyed the slightly warmer atmosphere and the lively city. The length between her visits to the city seemed to have gotten so long compared to when she was a girl, when she would visit so often it was practically like living there. Stepping onto the docks from the ship she'd arrived in, luggage in hand, she was surprised to hear a familiar voice- even after all the years that had passed she still knew that voice so well.

Turning to see Kenji she beamed brightly, rather stunned to see him. "Kenji? Spirits, look at you!" He wasn't the same kid he had been when she'd last been in the city- he was a man full grown now. She quickly went over to the taller man and set her luggage down, arms wrapping around the firebender in a hug. How wonderful it was that the first face she should see upon her arrival was that of an old friend?

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[ladies-of-republic-city-blog]

He took the opportunity of Ilecia having her back turned to admire her backside. She was an exquisite specimen. After a moment he got up and stood by her side, golden eyes taking in the numerous patrons. "You flatter me, Ilecia. Please, call me Kenji. Mr. Yoshida makes me sound old." He let his hand rest on the small of her back, shooting her a smile. "Tell me, Doll, is my establishment living up to your expectations?"

 She lightly exhaled and her grin grew larger when the Agni Kai told her to call him by his name. “It’s wonderful.” She turned her attention from the crowd to Kenji, allowing her eyes to lock into his. “I’m pleased, Kenji, your venue has a unique and pleasant feeling to it.” She ran her fingers through her hair. “It isn’t like the places I regular, but I am really loving the energy it is fueling me with.“ She exhaled out of her nose. "But I am especially appreciating the royal treatment. It is a known fact that Kenji Yoshida is very selective with who he allows to accompany him on the second floor." Her voice was sultry as she stroked the dragon head's ego.

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[ladies-of-republic-city-blog]

The corners of his lips turned into a smile as he poured the woman a shot of sake. "You flatter me, Miss Ilecia. What honor do we owe to have someone as yourself grace the presence of my humble establishment?"

 She brushed some hair out of her face and drank from the cup. “Your company is more than enough of an honor, Mr. Yoshida.” She knew men like him, and she knew that they loved to hear their own names.

 The siren got up from the chair and moved next to the Dragon Head, both of her hands took grip of the railing. “So, how are you doing on this wonderful evening?” She watched as the crowd below them enjoyed the exquisite cuisine that the restaurant had built a reputation on.

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It was never a slow night at the Nodaiwa restaurant. As usual, Kenji was enjoying the view from the distance of the second floor, a wine glass in hand. That's when he spotted her. He knew of Ilecia; she ran in the same pompous social circle as Asami Sato. It was hard not to keep his golden hues off her though. He motioned for one of his men and pointed at the lovely specimen. "Tell her to come join me for drinks."

 A man approached her and informed her that Kenji Yoshida was interested in drinking with her. She stood up and pushed her chair in before strutting up the staircase behind the suited man. Her hips swayed from side to side in her beautiful snow white gown as she approached the powerful man. “Kenji Yoshida.” She gave a slight bow of the head before pulling out a chair near him and crossing her legs. “What an honor it is in to be in such authoritative company.” A small smile graced the black-haired beauty’s lips.