User:NekoRex/Temple2

<>Ambiance<>	 All is quiet on the temple grounds, as it appears that the majority of the residents are doing their daily meditations. *	Byakuren_Hijiri is no exception, seated near a small pond, eyes closed. It would seem that very few people meditate out in the courtyard, many prefering the silence of the sutra halls or their own personal rooms, but for people like Byakuren, being out in the open air is ideal, as it allows her to stretch her consciousness far, touching lightly upon the life in the area and observing them. Of course, with this manner of meditation, it wou *	Byakuren_Hijiri ldn't be unexpected if she also gained a heightened awareness of the people around her. 	((Hm...put the wrong link in the channel description. Grmbl.)) *	Byakuren_Hijiri has changed the topic to: Welcome to the Myouren Temple, a Buddhist temple friendly to both youkai and humans! Of course, our residents may bite, so be careful! Channel Theme: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXxqM2ZiqvI *	Marisa_Kirisame appears from in the air, chugging along on her broom as she surveys the area. She's almost worried that Nue might pop out to attack her, but she quickly shakes the idea off when she remembers that can't happen. *	Byakuren_Hijiri has changed the topic to: Welcome to the Myouren Temple, a Buddhist temple friendly to both youkai and humans! Of course, our residents may bite, so be careful! Channel Theme: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioR-AXXOY6s *	Marisa_Kirisame lazily swoops down towards the temple gates, expecting to meet Miko here first - as it would probably be in the best interest of everyone to not have Miko walk in alone to confront the temple magician. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko steps out of the shadow of a tree, a short distance from the temple's gates. It's not clear if she had just appeared there moments ago, or had been waiting for some time. Regardless, she takes a look around, not really paying much attention to the temple itself. *	Byakuren_Hijiri peeks one eye open as she feels two powerful presences lingering near the temple gates, both of whom she knows. Marisa being here is one thing, but Miko never really comes here for very clear reasons, leaving the monk guessing as to why exactly today is any different. Still, she does not move yet, seeing as how neither of the two have actually entered yet, resuming her meditation. *	Marisa_Kirisame lands down and spots Miko come out of hiding pretty quick, giving a wave and greeting, "There ya' are! Yo, Miko-san!" 	Hello, Marisa-san. How was the flight? 	"Eh, flights aren't too eventful most of the time. 'Cept when it's storming, but it's not. I'd say it's cold, but I'm a heat magician, haha." *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko laughs, bringing her shaku up to cover her mouth as she does so. 	That's a good outlook to have. So, I don't suppose you know why we're here, then? 	"I heard Reimu wanted us to meet up to see Byakuren-san, but not too much else. Mind filling me in?" 	Well, mostly I just want to ask why the people here don't make more of an effort to control the dangerous youkai they seem to like sheltering. As... recent events have demonstrated, it seems to be quite a problem. 	"Ah, so that's it? I happened to already have asked Byakuren-san about that awhile ago, but I guess it didn't do much good." 	I see... well then, let's try asking the old stick-in-the-mud again. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko gestures towards the temple gates. *	Seiga|AFK is now known as Kaku_Seiga *	Byakuren_Hijiri senses to sense that the guests seem ready to enter, removing herself from her meditative state and slowly getting to her feet before taking a deep, calming breath. *	Kaku_Seiga followed Miko from Senkai, having left Yoshika behind to eat--ahem, welcome any guests that may visit. It seemed that she was up to something interesting. Perhaps it was related to the box Reimu brought. As Miko and Marisa conversed, she landed behind the Saint, making very little noise but at the same time making no effort to conceal her presence. 	I didn't think you'd be joining us, Seiga. Although I suppose I should have known better... *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko glances back over her shoulder, smiling ever so slightly. 	"You can't conceal anything from me, Miko-tan," Seiga smiled at the Saint. Then, she took a small step in the direction of the temple and mused: "A loose-cannon witch, two Taoists, and a Buddhist. What could go wrong?" *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko chuckles. 	"Ah, don't call her that, she's a pal of mine, ya know." Marisa chides Miko, before noticing Seiga and raising an eyebrow suspiciously. "Ah, I see you came too, Seiga...san." Marisa greets, out of backhanded nicknames for the time being. 	Surprising, Marisa-san, given how different the two of you are, but then, I suppose I've seen more surprising things here. Shall we? 	"I have come!" Seiga announced, walking straight up to the shrine gates. "And I shall see, and maybe I'll conquer too... nah, let's leave the conquering to later. Onwards!" She gave the gates a push, and it creaked open. 	So theatrical... *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko shrugs and follows after Seiga, seeing as there's no point in waiting now. *	Marisa_Kirisame grins and rolls her eyes at the theatrics, pushing ahead a bit so she wouldn't end up being last in line. *	Tenki_no_Tsukaitsuku floats on not terribly far behind the trio, concealed with an illusion while in her kitsunebi form. She had just noticed a group of people walking on into the temple, and is merely following out of curiosity, though perhaps also searching for a potential host for tonight. 	"Isn't it fun? Three lone, noble heroes, assaulting the enemy's stronghold through the front gate. Bathed in blood and covered in grime, they push onwards toward the villainous knave!" Seiga puffed her chest, walking at the front of the three proudly. "We could probably get a group of people in the Village to re-enact our heroic deeds today!" 	I think we'd need to kill the serpent first. And perhaps try not to die heroically in the process. *	Byakuren_Hijiri is waiting for them in the courtyard as they push through the gates, offering each of them a warm, welcoming smile as though they were normal visitors. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Welcome to the Myouren Temple, I am humbled to greet you all here. But, I must say, that it's been quite some time since the last time I saw you two. *	Byakuren_Hijiri gestures to the two hermits. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Also, what sort of knave are you here to punish? *	Byakuren_Hijiri knows what Seiga is talking about, of course, but asked anyway. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Quite some time since you dropped a temple on me, you mean? *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko smirks. <Kaku_Seiga>	"The rainbow-haired kind, of course!" Seiga stopped in front of Byakuren, placing her hands on her hips in quite a gesture. "I don't see any of your minions around, though. You've sent them out to wreak havoc, cause mayhem, and steal sweets?" <Byakuren_Hijiri>	If you wish to see it that way, then yes, I suppose that is what I mean. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I'm only seeing it the way it was. Aren't you missing one of your residents, though? <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Ah..? I have many residents that wander off for any length of time, I do not hold them here. Why do you ask? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Mostly because some of them have a bad habit of trying to kill people, but I'm sure Marisa-san can tell you more about it. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Hello Byakuren-san." Marisa says, giving a bow to the monk, a bit more polite to the monk. *	Byakuren_Hijiri offers a bow to Marisa, but is sort of curious as to why she came. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Greetings, Kirisame-san. Mm, but in regard to the youkai that stay here, I suppose Nue is out causing trouble again, then? I warned her about that, truly. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko glances at Marisa, waiting for her to explain the situation. *	null (null@null.and.void) has joined *	ChanServ sets mode +q on #Myouren_Temple null *	ChanServ gives channel operator status to null *	Kaku_Seiga had a smug smirk on her face, but her stance relaxed. There was no point in strutting like a rooster when the spotlight isn't on her. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Ah, I'm afraid it's a bit worse then that, Hijiri-san. Nue's went and wrecked Reimu's shrine, and Reimu took some exception to that. By the time I flew over to help deal with it, Reimu had done most of the work already." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"As it stands, Nue's locked up in a seal and ain't comin out until someone teaches her a bit more manners, I think." *	Byakuren_Hijiri shakes her head sadly, disappointed that it had to come to that. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	I see. Where is Nue now, then? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Sealed away, where she can't cause any further trouble. <Kaku_Seiga>	"Maybe we should feed her to Yosshi! She needs a snack," Seiga suggested. "It wouldn't hurt to have a trouble maker removed from her minions, now would it?" <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Ta' be perfectly honest, I wouldn't mind having her bumped a few notches down the youkai ladder, but Reimu's not real keen on it." <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Very well. However, I cannot teach someone who does not wish to learn, the Great Ones know that I have tried. If she continues to cause trouble, I do not now how much longer I can support her here. That is what you came to speak to me about, yes? *	Byakuren_Hijiri seems to be disregarding what Seiga says, at least for now, probably because she doesn't seem to be entirely serious in a serious situation. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	See, Byakuren? It's rather problematic when you provide a home for such dangerous youkai. And right on the village's doorstep, as well. Bit of a recipe for disaster, isn't it? <Kaku_Seiga>	"Yeah, but I'm sure she's well aware of that, Miko-tan," Seiga's smirk only got wider. "If there's only some way to control what her pets do, maybe a leash or some kind..." <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Is it wrong, then to be merciful and forgiving to others, even if they do not deserve it, Toyosatomimi-san? I do not think so. I have shown her all of the compassion I can muster, but I am not Avalokitesvara's equal. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko glances over at Seiga for a moment, before shifting her gaze back to Byakuren. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Your actions haven't been very meriful towards the people of the village, seeing as you give shelter to one who has murdered so many, already. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Such is the nature of a youkai; at least, those I have no managed to save. I think it folly to force one to behave as I think they should, and so I have tried to show her a better path. Unfortunately, her window to learn what I teach has already expired. What purpose does your visit serve if you have already captured Nue and have her secured elsewhere? <Byakuren_Hijiri>	*not <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Well, as much as it troubles me to consider, your temple is rather well placed, relative to the village, and a fair number of youkai have visited here in the past. It's not too much to ask for you to take a more active role in protecting the lives of those here in Gensoukyou, both human and youkai, is it? *	Kaku_Seiga returned the glance with a smile. Honestly she thought putting leashes around those youkai and maybe tie them to a tree was a fun idea, but Miko's going to negotiate with her diplomacy and she's here just to see the show. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Of course not, balance in all things; all beings are equals. This is no trouble to me. *	Byakuren_Hijiri presses her palms together in a sort of half-meditation stance, still smiling amiably. *	Marisa_Kirisame shrugs, not wanting to have much a part in this discussion. She was here to make sure the two didn't get in a scuffle, and explain the situation, really. *	Tenki_no_Tsukaitsuku is just eavesdropping from a distance while still under her illusion. She has nothing to add to this discussion and it wouldn't really be smart to try and possess someone in this group at the moment. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Hmm, now there only remains the question of making sure you follow through - you don't exactly have the best track record when it comes to these things, being as you are, a bit biased... *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko taps her shaku against the palm of her hand while thinking. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Do you have any ideas, Seiga-san? <Kaku_Seiga>	"Oh, I have plenty of ideas!" Seiga's eyes lit up. "Maybe we could have her and her pets become a circus or something! The village kids need some entertainment, you know!" <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Am I really, though? What bias could I possibly hold? In honesty, this is an earthly body, so I am not fool-proof, but I would not choose any side over the other. <Kaku_Seiga>	"See? They get to go to the village and show that they're not harmful, and the kids and adults get a laugh! I think she'd look a lot like a clown if we paint her face a little!" Seiga continued, excited over the idea. "Don't worry, I'll find the face paints and get some tailor to make some funny costumes!" <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Again, I'm only stating matters as they are - this is a temple of youkai, led by a youkai, so it certainly doesn't project an image of equality... <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Ah, you are mistaken in the fact that there are more than just youkai here. Many humans visit during the daytime, and there are a few that live on the grounds. As for the other point, I agree that I am no longer human, but then, I do not believe you are human any longer either, correct? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	You keep avoiding the issue, which is really problematic. Perhaps Seiga-san's suggestion would be better - it would, if nothing else, somewhat disperse the aura of menace that hangs over this place... <Byakuren_Hijiri>	My, my. Is there really such a thing? Perhaps it has to do with the sheer number of youkai here. If it would help you feel more at ease, I could perform a cleansing ceremony to disperse such a thing. <Kaku_Seiga>	"We should have them do weekly tours to the village! And we could get the food stalls at the entrance of the show! It's going to be just like a festival!" Seiga hopped around, giddy, "everyone'll have fun! Isn't it great?" <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Ah, withhold your suggestions, if you could, you seem to be getting off track. *	Byakuren_Hijiri says after glancing at Seiga. Though, concerning appearances, she still seems rather friendly, despite her actions pointing towards a clear dislike of the hermit. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko stares at Byakuren for a moment, before closing her eyes and slowly shaking her head. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Do you really think you're doing anything to improve Gensoukyou, by sitting here, ignorant of the world beyond your walls? <Kaku_Seiga>	"And what's wrong with my suggestions? It does what you want, it does what we want, everyone's happy and nobody gets hurt!" Seiga stopped her in-place hop and stared at the monk incredulously, seemingly oblivious to the poison in Byakuren's glance. "See? Everybody wins!" <Byakuren_Hijiri>	I could ask the same, you don't open yourself to those who need you at all. I can tolerate your presence in Gensoukyou, but I would ask that you at least aid those who ask for it. I do my best to protect all who come here seeking help, but I see no such endeavors from you. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	The doors of Senkai are always open, but I see no need to provide shelter for youkai when they already roam freely throughout much of the land, doing as they please and proving a mortal threat to any who should so much as set foot outside of the village. <Kaku_Seiga>	"Wait, wait, wait a second," Seiga interjected, "I thought we're here to talk about what you're going to do with the shrine that you guys blew up? What's that got anything to do with how nobody's opening their doors to man-eating blood-drinking children-stealing youkai?" <Byakuren_Hijiri>	I was referring to humans, Toyosatomimi-san. I would not expect you to understand the youkai who simply need to be taught. For example, have you met Shou? Shou is in no way any danger to humans, at least not anymore. She has long since started her way down the path to enlightenment. <Marisa_Kirisame>	Even Marisa seems to be getting a bit annoyed with Seiga's 'suggestions', even if she wasn't a big fan of youkai in the first place. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	What good is enlightenment if it occurs behind closed doors and stone walls? If it does nothing for the ordinary people? If you truly hope to achieve peace between humans and youkai, then you will need to start out there, not hidden away here. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko half turns to point to the still-open doors, leading out of the temple courtyard. *	Byakuren_Hijiri takes a long, deep breath, closing her eyes for a moment to compose herself before opening them again, seemingly with a sharper focus than before. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	There is no point in arguing with you. We both know what I will do, I do not intend to go back on my word. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	So serious. You should lighten up, Byakuren. Stress is bad for your health. I feel that, broadly speaking, our goals overlap, at least where the security of the village is concerned. That's why I'm here, after all~ <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Indeed. You can be certain that I will champion both youkai and humans, there is no need for bias, here. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	As for Seiga's suggestion, while I think face paint might be going a bit far, some token display to convince the humans that you and your followers aren't a threat would be a good first step, don't you agree? *	Kaku_Seiga deflated and turned around. Nobody here seemed to appreciate--well, nobody other than Miko, that is. Her smile returned after what Miko said, but she refrained from speaking for a little. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Truly, I do not think we would get any human visitors if we did come off as such. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Mmmyes. As for bias, you... *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko points her shaku at Byakuren. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	... seem to have the wrong idea. I'm not biased against youkai - I'm only biased against violent and destructive people. Speaking of which, what are we to do with that Nue? <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Ah, a topic I can finally comment on." Marisa says with a sigh, *	null is now known as Toramaru_Shou <Byakuren_Hijiri>	You may do whatever you wish. I warned her of the consequences of her actions, but she did not listen. Therefore, I shall not attempt to prevent her from being punished. *	Toramaru_Shou is now known as Shou_Toramaru <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I was asking for your opinion, not your permission, you know. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Perhaps, but she is not in my custody. Unless you truly have no real punishments in mind? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Let me rephrase my question, then. If she had returned here, having done what she has done, what would have been your response? <Kaku_Seiga>	"Pat on the back, a lollipop, and a stern word, probably," Seiga muttered. *	Marisa_Kirisame gives Seiga a stern look. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"I think even Hijiri-san has her limits when it comes to Nue." <>Ambiance<>	The door to the temple opens, and there stands the freshly awoken Shou, wearing a simple, yellow kimono as opposed to her normal outfit, and holding a cup of tea. She had heard some commotion or another in the courtyard, and came to investigate - almost immediately regretting it as she sees who's there.-- <Byakuren_Hijiri>	I...am not sure. Certainly, I would have to refute her right to stay here, but other than that, I could not raise a hand against her. It might be better for her to remain sealed, I think. Perhaps the time she spends there will grant her a milder nature than what she currently possesses. *	Shou_Toramaru stands there, looking among the people present in the courtyard for a moment, and supresses the urge to sigh as she slowly closes the door and retreats back inside - probably to get changed into something more appropriate. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"You sure? She looked pretty crazy about when she got put in the box. How well do you know her?" <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I see... *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko doesn't seem to have noticed Shou's brief appearance, or if she did, she doesn't make any mention of it, instead turning to Seiga. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	And what do you think, Seiga-san, and please do spare us the theatrics, if possible. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Kirisame-san, I have no great hope that such a thing would happen, but I would still pray for it to become true. <Kaku_Seiga>	"Boring," Seiga pouted, and then she cleared her throat. "Well, I think we should at least have the Myouren temple fund and work to rebuild the shrine. As for Nue, I wouldn't mind having her exterminated, but being the softie you are, Miko-tan, you're not going to do that. We could drop her somewhere where nobody's ever going to touch and leave her <Kaku_Seiga>	 there for ever, though, so there's that." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Reminds me of a book I read once... I think it was about a different sort of box. I think that's a bad idea." Marisa comments idly on the suggestion. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I can't fault you for your honesty, Seiga-san. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko finally turns to Marisa. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	And what would you have us do, then? <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Eh, if we keep her in the box, someone'll let her out eventually, whether it be Yukari or some other sort. Unlike Byakuren, I don't think she'll learn her lesson. I sure haven't knocked any sense at her when we fought." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"If Byakuren can't get her some sense, nobody can. Better just to see if we can't make her more manageable somehow. Maybe a limiter?" *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko smiles. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I was actually considering that very possibility! Although, it won't be easy to create something like that. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	That is a possibility. Perhaps the young shrine maiden would have a method for doing such a thing? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	She is certainly talented, even if her methods lack refinement. I'm sure that together we could accomplish something like what Marisa-san has suggested. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Perhaps she will be more open to my teachings if she is not able to get what she wants with brute force. Although, I imagine that she will be very angry at first. I advise caution when you implement this plan. <Kaku_Seiga>	"Well, I don't know," Seiga sighed and shrugged. "If it's a limiter, then wouldn't it be possible to remove it? If someone wants her to wreak havoc, they'll just remove it and then we're all in for a world of hurt." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"What are the other options? Wait till she breaks out or release her normally? I doubt Reimu's gonna be convinced to exterminate her." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"If someone wants her at full power, there's not much I can do about it." <Byakuren_Hijiri>	That depends on the nature of such a thing, I would imagine. If it causes permanent damage, as harsh as such a thing sounds, there would be no reversing it through normal means. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	A good point, Seiga-san. Which is why I must agree with Byakuren here, caution will be most important as we proceed. As for your question, Marisa-san, neither of those two possibilities are comforting to consider. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"As far as Nue getting mad, I think she'll be a bit more mindful if she can't go around doing whatever if someone like me can take her down." <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	In any case, we gain nothing by delaying further. I believe we should return to Senkai and begin preparations. *	Shou_Toramaru soon comes back out to the courtyard, dressed in her normal attire and spear, even if it was just for shou-- er, show. However, it did give her something to lean on, so she wouldn't have to deal with standing too much. She doesn't feel the need to get involved, so for now she stays close to the temple, watching the events unfurl and thinking about having some tea after. *	Marisa_Kirisame leans back against an invisible wall in the air. "What about me?" she asks. <Kaku_Seiga>	"Well, if you won't exterminate her and you won't consider putting permanent limiters on her, there's going to be one day that someone decides it's a good idea to let her out and then she'll come back and bite our butts. As delicious as my butt is, I don't want a chunk of it missing, if you know what I mean," Seiga added her comment. "It's not like <Kaku_Seiga>	 she's learned after all these years, so I doubt she'll reform or do anything that actually changes how she behaves even with limiters." <Marisa_Kirisame>	"If that's the case, I'll just beat her up like all the other troublemakers, heh heh." <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I suppose you'll just have to trust me, Seiga-san. Marisa-san, I suppose all that's left is to thank you for your assistance today, you are free to do as you wish. *	Byakuren_Hijiri breathes a deep sigh, not really liking this growing sense of obligation, but knowing that such a thing may become necessary one day. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Kirisame-san, if there comes the time that you must contain Nue, feel free to call upon me to aid you. I shall do what I can. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko turns to leave, but not before once again staring at Byakuren for a moment. <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	I've been pleasantly surprised today, although you still really should learn to have some fun. <Marisa_Kirisame>	"Ah, I'll keep it in mind, although I actually already have a partner in crime at hand." Marisa says with a wink. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Pleasantly surprised in what way, Toyosatomimi-san? <Toyosatomimi_no_Miko>	Probably that you didn't try to drop another temple on my head~ *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko chuckles, before spinning on her heel and heading for the doors. *	Byakuren_Hijiri does indeed chuckle at this, waving briefly to the hermit as she leaves. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Stay safe. *	Toyosatomimi_no_Miko (CalmRiver@shoutoku.daoist) has left (~) <Marisa_Kirisame>	"I'll visit again sometime, Hijiri-san." Marisa says, sitting back on her broom after a small bow. *	Byakuren_Hijiri returns the bow respectfully, waving shortly afterwards. <Byakuren_Hijiri>	Ah, yes, please take care, Kirisame-san. And give my regards to the Hakurei miko if you should see her.