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[theseaswaves]

He couldn't help the way he blinked in surprise at how easily she caught onto the situation that they where in. Then relief washed through him. It was clear that Oden had found not only a beautiful wife but one that would balance him well. Providing him the strength in areas that he lacked and clearly one that knew how to ease him towards the right path so to speak. Hopefully, she'd have more luck than any of them had had thus far.

"Yes, we've been awaiting our Lord's return for a little cleaning to take place. Though he's never been much of a fan when it comes to cleaning." Choosing words that couldn't be used as incriminating for either of them, the habit from his time on the streets, he then added. "In the meantime, is there anything that you or your children require? I can ensure that we find a way to provide them."

“Taxes.” Toki hummed, looking over the numbers again. While she was stepped forward in time it seemed nothing truly ever changed. There were always people wanting to bleed those under them. As Denjiro explained what was happening and the choice that was made she nodded. “I see. Thank you for making that choice, the last thing we want is for the people to suffer.”

As he continued to speak she considered his words. The current steward did seem quiet happy nestled in the castle. “We will need to lance that tick won’t we?” Her voice held no venom, it was plain that it would be a fight. “Until that point I will work to ensure my husband realizes how serious this is. At the moment he wants to see the best in everyone so he is blind to what is happening.”