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The rain poured down outside the window as the Oni gazed out. He couldn’t remember how long he had been in search of his friend. Longer still since Ichimokuren had disappeared. These facts troubled the great oni deeply, yet discussing such things seemed to be far from his friend’s mind.
He looked back to him where he sat with a cup of tea, which ibaraki had made for him. He had one, as well. As much as he was glad his friend seemed content to at least be with him and do not much of anything, there were matters weighing on Ibaraki’s mind, such as the why and how of them being here. He sighed slightly, and turned away from the window and moved back to sit down with Shuten.
“I admit I was somewhat surprised to receive your invitation, my friend.” It had been a long time since Shuten had so readily wanted to be around him. He wondered if his friend had been lonely without him around.