It was reported to the Emperor that the crown prince of Ri Da was visiting the country.
"Extend an invitation to him, he is after all our Royal guest."
Once the room was cleared, Yurin spoke.
"You want to check him out"
Her brother clicked his tongue.
"He will be the new Emperor, we need to make sure we have amicable relations."
"I agree but extending an invitation to a wondering royalty who didn't inform us of his visit."
Emperor Yuushirou sharply looked at his sister.
"My dear sister you tend to do that often don't you. You know very well when wandering royalty visit neighbouring countries without informing..."
"He's inspecting our territory."
Yuushirou hand a smile on his face but the calculating eyes held contempt.
Ri had still not been able to track that woman from the Go game nor had he seen her shadow.
"She comes around once in a few moons."
"The pleasure quarters? I don't think she's a worker if you know what I mean."
"Oh master! She saved me once. It is said she's a pirate."
"The lazy lady? If you want to find someone the best place would be...oh can't tell you for free now can I."
After so many days of enquiry he finally heard some ways to find her.
Jiro give him a gold coin.
The man's eyes shone brightly.
"Thanking the young master. Go to the Sparrow hut inside the Hearth teashouse. They are the best in the capital."
Ri contemplated going there when a knight came.
"Your Majesty the Emperor has invited you to spend the remainder of your visit at the Royal palace."
A smile bloomed on Ri's face. Ah so he noticed. Offering me a cage is he.
"Of course, I shall depart immediately."