Tyrone
*With the Dragon Embassy still in repair and the clan settling into the city the clan lacked the necessary basic records that would typically be stored in such a location. Information such as how many of their heimin were in residence within the city, where any clan holdings or businesses should they exist might be located, and other sundry details necessary to day to day running. Records that thankfully would typically be stored in the archives of City Hall.*

*The Magistrate had simply to* ***Find*** *Them. Which of course in the City of Lies was easier said then done and the woman couldn't very well risk snooping where she wasn't welcome. Thus Katsumi found herself searching for the archives and whoever was meant to be running them. The task a lesson in patience to say the least.*

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Christine
Having found himself in the city hall for delivering and documenting several letters and reports, the man had ventured to the archives. He needed copies of his personal report and a statement to be documented and kept record in city hall, explaining why the man had been here and not his office. The man was expecting to make swift work of this case so they could move on, but it was then he recognized a familiar face. 

The Bayushi still had his mask on, though good for him Mirumoto Katsumi could recognize him from just that alone. And of course the samurai's large stature, having discreetly moved closer he whispered. 

"Require any assistance? I take it you're still familiarizing yourself with the city hall. It can be quite a doozy the first few weeks." 

He spoke softly, not wanting to disrupt anyone's work flow if they were in vicinity. The large man smiled under his mask, Katsumi surely had a noticeable presence. Yuto of course did as well but he was a more seen face around the city. 

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Tyrone
*The little Magistrate glanced upwards as Yuto made his quiet approach. Her smile one of quiet relief and amusement at the sight of a familiar 'face.' The Scorpion Magistrate's larger frame immediately recognizable even with his mask covered. Not that his other features aside from the mask weren't enough of an identifying factor.* 

"Ah Bayushi-san," *She greets in the same quiet murmur as she offers her fellow Magistrate a bow of greeting.* "It seems you always find me in the likes of such situations. I was hoping to access the cities records in regards to my clans heimin and other assets within the city so I could ascertain the current state of our holdings." *Katsumi explains before gesturing to their surroundings.*

"However, I am not yet familiar with the City Hall's layout and don't wish to find myself where my presence would be unwelcome." *She adds not wanting to risk being misunderstood by the Scorpion as snooping.*
Christine
Hearing of her dilemma the scorpion had ought to provide assistance. It was his pleasure to do so, feeling responsible for their clans being like guests to the scorpion. Offering a bow of his own in response, Yuto had moved to her other side. 

"You've stumbled across the right man for the job. We scorpions excel at snooping." 

Chuckling to himself he shuffled through some of the shelves, the city halls archives were vast and stored much information. It was easy for me to get lost, typically there was someone knowledgeable of the archives you could ask, but Yuto decided to be useful himself. 

"I take it the city has been kind to you since we've last met? I'm sure you've enjoyed becoming acquainted with the members of your clan already in the city."

Continuing in his diligent search, the scorpion eventually sorted through the right category. Seeming to have information of the clan, waving her over it was best to let Mirumoto finish the search herself. Even though the files were open to him he wouldn't be so rude as to snoop.
Tyrone
*Following the tall scorpion through the winding shelves the Mirumoto couldn't find it within her to be surprised when she saw the tiny size of the her clan's 'records.' Though perhaps that was a blessing in disguise in it's ownwas as she carefully pulled out an armful of scrolls to begin meandering to one of the tables to make copies.* "Ryoshi Owari Toshi has treated me well thus far. Though settling in has been a bit chaotic." *They murmur with a small smile.*

"Still I do not dislike any of my 'neighbors' and being fairly close to the Scorpion Gardens and Bathhouse has it's perks." *She adds with a soft chuckle.* "I find myself enjoying my strolls there quite often. And yourself Bayushi-san? How have you been since we last met?" *The Dragon inquires with a wry tilt of her head curious jade eyes glancing up at him from over a scroll.*
Christine
He was happy to help the dragon, curious about her settling in, the man decided not to pry. Casually observing as she sent about her business, hoping she found what one was looking for. Katsumi seemed polite, seeing as she was the only dragon he's ever met. Yuto wondered if all dragons were like her or if she were a special case, they've met twice now whereas he hasn't even seen another dragon. Perhaps that said something.. 

"It gladdens me to know you've been treated kindly. The scorpion gardens are a sight to truly take in, I often find myself there meditating and tending to my Turtle." 

The scorpion gardens were often a retreat for many in their clan, a fresh place to clear their heads. Being the same for the Magistrate as some of the samurai's best thinking has come from the solace the gardens provided. 

"I've been... Alright since we've last met. Have you tried any of the restaurants since coming to the city?" 

Yuto deterred from the question about himself, more so interested in Mirumoto.
Tyrone
"It is a beautiful place. You take your pet turtle there?" *The Dragon inquires glancing up from her work briefly in copying the scrolls. The woman made no effort to hide what she was doing in this case. Any information that could be found here was already common knowledge and the likes of simple heimin numbers and other mundanities. However, she respected that Yuto kept his gaze on her rather then her work.*

"As for restaurants, well it will likely come as no surprise the Jade Dragon is already a favorite of mine," *The woman quips her own dragon jade eyes glinting with amusement as she flashes the Scorpion a coy smile,* "Though I've yet to find a teahouse that is quite to my liking nor had a moment to visit the sake houses." *She muses with a wry shake of her head.* 

"Work has kept me rather busy."
Christine
Nodding toward her question, he was somewhat intrigued at the statement. Had she already visited the gardens? Well one couldn't blame her, it was arguably the most wonderful sight in all of Ryoko Owari Toshi. 

"I take my turtle to swim in the ponds often, they're much healthier around Water and greenery. It's a good place to meet with others or simply to find inner peace. I'm certain it's something you Dragon may appreciate." 

They were welcome to it of course, the Gardens were open to the other clans. Katsumis tea house comment was quite funny, one of his recommendations was The Jade Dragon, a tea house! Seems whoever served her tea there dropped the ball. 

"I wouldn't be able to tell you anything about the Sake houses. I don't partake. Though I'm sure whenever you're free we can find a nice restaurant you'd like. Might not look the part but I can certainly eat." 

The last part of what he said was a joke in its entirety. Knowing full well a man of his size had a bigger diet than most Samurai, if it weren't for the man's mask he could be mistaken for another clan entirely. Though the Magistrate was serious in saying he doesn't drink.
Tyrone
"Ah that is a pity. I do so enjoy the occasional cup of plum wine under the light of the moon," *She murmurs her tone one of gentle disappointment, but not of judgement. Her easy smile one quick to return to it's place upon her lips. The expression as much a mask as the one the Scorpion wore. Sadly society was hardly accepting of non-Scorpion going around in such things when they barely tolerated the Scorpion doing it. A pity really. It'd be so nice not to have to smile.*

"We could however always go to visit the Jade Dragon. It's food is quite wonderful and the tea is lovely even if they lack the atmosphere of a dedicate teahouse." *She suggests as she dips her brush once more into the ink to continue her copying of the scrolls. The information within them sparse, but necissary.* 

"Truth be told I've never had a pet. Though I have thought of seeking one out. A turtle though seems like an honorable companion." *The woman muses as she glanced up at the tall Samurai her lips quirking slightly in amusement. Yes a turtle fit Yuto oddly well.*
Christine
Catching her quick frown be replaced with a soft smile, the man tilted his head. Had she been disappointed in his statement? Was it about his turtle or the fact he didn't drink? He'd assume the drinking part, thus he inquired back to the woman. 
"Is something the matter, Mirumoto-sama?" 

It was then he lifted his mask up over the head, taking the veil off as he possessed one curious smile. He had two of his own documents as well, now sitting with a brush in hand he moved to dip it within the ink to begin copying them. These documents were important and couldn't be lost, just in case something was tried. 

"If the Jade Dragon impresses you, I'd love to take you to the Honshi no Chō, a recent discovery but it's a new favorite of mine. Though I'd be unwise unwise to accept your invitation. My tastes aren't highly refined, so I'm not a picky man." 

Chuckling to himself, even though he wasn't picky the Magistrate could down a lot of food. After finishing copying both documents he'd let the ink sit to try before rolling them into scrolls. When she spoke of pets his expression drastically changed, having a dumbfounded innocent smile identical to that of a child. 

"I could introduce you to my turtle sometime! I love animals, I'd like to have a dog next! Though I'm surprised you don't have one, they're very good companions. Seeing as I haven't gotten you a welcome gift to the city yet, how would you like to be surprised?"
Tyrone
"There is nothing amiss Bayushi-san. I am simply marveling at your resilience to attend to the work laid out before us without the solace of a good cup of sake in the evening is all." *The Magistrate quips with a wry smile as she manages to not stiffen in surprise this time as the Scorpion unmasks himself. Perhaps it's simply a quirk specific to Yuto, but then again she had recently run across another unmasked Scorpion so mayhaps it was becoming a fashion among the clan in Ryoko Owari Toshi.*

"Then I would welcome your invitation to pay a visit to Honshi no Chō. I've yet to find a poor recommendation in regards to food from the residents of the city," *She quips with an light chuckle as she finishes the copying of her first few documents and shifts to checking and copying the other scrolls. Thankfully or perhaps to the clans misfortune the Dragon's presence within the city was negligible so there was little to be documented.*

"And I would enjoy meeting your pets Bayushi-san. Truthfully with my work I traveled so much any animal that could not keep up with my pace or handle the harsh winters of the Dragon Lands felt cruel of me to domesticate. Though I have considered scouring some of the markets within Ryoko Owari Toshi to see if I might chance across one of the great eagles or white falcons of my homeland. I've always felt a kinship for birds and with my work within the city it is my hope I might have the time to cultivate a hobby in falconry." *The Dragon explains as they begin work on they carefully dip their brush to continue their work only pausing when they were certain the ink would not splatter to blink up at the Scorpion their smile wry.*

"I am grateful for your offer of such a welcome gift Bayushi-san, but I must politely refuse. I have yet to do anything within the city worthy of such a welcome." *She murmurs beginning the political dance that required that she must refute him thrice.*
Christine
Is not drinking Sake a weird thing to do? Yuto had partook once before but didn't enjoy the experience, that was a night he regretted. Of course that didn't mean he shamed anyone else for doing so, he understood the reasons behind it. 
"Maybe the story of why I don't partake will entertain you at one of our dinners. You'll learn a little bit about myself as I hope to know more of you Mirumoto-sama. You're very good company, I've found none to be as benevolent as you." 

Hearing her accept the invitation was lovely, Yuto had to surround himself with more company. Though he had quite a few places in mind they could go, lucky to him Shinjo Temujin was a restaurant fanatic. Having been to a variety of places already, he was confident in some of his food recommendations. 

"That's no good, finding an animal you can take anywhere with you would be difficult. Though we get a great variety within the city, as you say scouring the markets will be our best bet! I'd urge you to reconsider my offer Mirumoto-sama, being in the presence of one touched by Amaterasu is surely more than anyone can ask." 

He offered a second time, being playful about the compliment he gave her when they first met. Hoping to get a laugh as they joked about this before. The magistrate loved animals, he'd offer six times if he had to.
Tyrone
"A story to be shared over a good meal then," *The Mirumoto murmured with an erstwhile grin as they closed the scroll they had finished and set the copy aside. Only one more remained. The woman weighing the next document down carefully as they readied new parchment to write upon. Dipping their brush once more in ink as they minded their sleeve.* 

"I believe my crimson hair is more the blessing of my Grandmother then the great goddess, but should she ever deign to favor me I would be most honored," *The woman murmurs with a slow shake of her head,* "But truly there is no need for such a gift Bayushi-san." *She refused for the second time her tone light.*
Christine
Yuto often found the etiquette of gifts irritating having to be refused three times, all this and he hasn't even gotten a gift yet. Despite all that he kept a smile, finding the etiquette to be worth it seeing as they'd be looking and shopping for animals. She was interested in birds, huh? Maybe he could research some that could survive in harsh climates, Yuto personally had been a turtle man all his life. Not even considering a dog, kitten, or anything else. Though birds sounded fascinating! 

"I believe the market will have what you're looking for so I insist! Perhaps you'll be able to assist me in buying a dog, though I'm not sure on training one. Training a bird surely sounds fun!" 

While he implored once more, the Magistrate had wrapped everything up, now having the report from the mantis embassy and his personal report copied. Now being inside scrolls the man would stand, holding them both in one hand. 

"If you don't require any more help I must be going, I'll bring my turtle the next time we meet. I've been thinking about making him a Mask."
Tyrone
*The Mirumoto decided not to tease the Bayushi any further. Her smile soft as she finally relents on his third request.* "Very well. If you would show me the markets where I could buy such a creature I would be grateful. In the meantime I will study a bit more of the husbandry needed to raise a bird." *She finally accepts with a grateful incline of her head.* 
"And if you are interested in a dog I do not mind helping you look for one. Though I am uncertain if I would have a good eye for breeding." *Katsumi warns with a soft chuckle. Though the thought of a turtle in a mask leaves her covering her mouth with her sleeve as her shoulder shook with well intentioned laughter.* 

"I think a masked turtle would be a sight to see. Perhaps you could teach him to wield a katana then?" *She suggests tone light and mirthful making it clear her words were in good fun.*
Christine
Tilting his head once more in confusion, he gave a curious stare towards Katsumi after the woman spoke. She certainly surprised him! Gesturing as if he were truly serious, the Samurai spoke. 
"Forgive me Mirumoto-sama but I thought all turtles could wield Katanas? Perhaps mine is truly special, certainly worthy of having his Gempukku!" 

He smiled then let out a chuckle, hoping she picked up on the joke as the man gathered his things and prepared to leave. Their meetings so far have been something to look forward to, Yuto needed another genuine friend in the city. While he had acquaintances whom he could trust, it was never too late to add another on the list! 

"I bid you farewell Mirumoto-sama, I'll be looking forward to when we meet next." 

It was then he took his leave, departing from the city hall with a brighter smile than before.
Tyrone
"Of course my misunderstanding Bayushi-san. I should not dishonor your honorable Turtle-san and his skill in kenjutsu," *The Mirumoto teases with a wry warm chuckle as they leaned back in their seat enjoying the quiet company and silence of the records room. When Yuto moved to depart it was with much sorrow from the Dragon who inclined her head offering him a short bow in return.* 

"May the Kami bless your evening Bayushi-san, but please call me Mirumoto-san. After all we will be seeing each other again soon." *She offers to the man's departing back as she returns to her work.*