The Magician of Suwa: The Beginning
Nihon, Shirasaki Castle
Chiyo had vetoed any weaponry when they had packed, so Yanna was grateful when a servant appeared at dawn to escort her to the royal armory.
She was awed when the arms-master took her measurements and her measure, and handed over the empress's old practice wear.
"You'll want to choose your own sword, I'm thinking," the sturdy retainer judged. "Go on in."
Yanna blinked in surprise, then hurried through the doorway before her smile could break past her control.
The insult of months ago faded completely in light of the honor and respect these experienced warriors were affording her now.
Originally posted 8/21/12
