She rinsed and spat the water out. The cool refreshing moisture helping expel the nastiness that had lingered in her mouth.
"Why are you here?"
She was too tired to care if she sounded impolite or ungrateful. Flashes of dull green eyes, and the feel of slick crimson blood coating her hands still haunted the edges of her mind.
"There was an opportunity I was interested in pursuing."
She nodded her head. Not really understanding, but excepting the answer.
"Come, miko. I shall return you to your companions."
She stood from the bank, and walked into his arms. Fully trusting the demon lord to lead her way.