Cassandra
*It'd be quite bright in the day, people are walking down the road to... Do their everyday thing. Though, everyday thing is quite vague. Some may be around to just buy some food... Or trade livestock... Or just be troublemakers! Whatever is considered normal to them. On the other hand, Emiko was doing something completely different! She was... Driving someone home to her shop. Someone her parents bought without... Well, her knowing. She thought her parents knew that slavery was something she hated. She wasn't too happy. She is probably going to... Let her be free... If she wanted to. 

Anyways, the cart was quite nice. It was a nice wooden cart with iron guilded wheels. Sutekina might be chilling inside of the tent Emiko set up hastily. It was somewhat cool inside, the light seeping in from the many holes in the canvas. There are some barrels of wine and some boxes of cheese inside. Cheese Uber? Probably.

She could probably hear Emiko grumbling to herself about how slavery is such a horrible thing and she wasn't afraid to... Well, terminate the life of any slaver that dared to show their faces to her. Like... When she says Terminate, she means delete them from Drase!*
Felisa
*Sutekina would take in her new surroundings with her every smiling face. For the longest time she had hoped to explore more than her parent's house, but this wasn't what she had in mind. It would seem her time had come much earlier than she had expected and was worried that she was not fully prepared to serve her... Lady? She had always been told to train to be a good wife, to cook her husbands means and be a pretty face to relieve his stress, so Sutekina was genuinely confused about this beautiful lady that was driving the cart. Perhaps she was the delivery girl and was taking her to the master's house? Sutekina didn't want to assume though, so she would continue to maintain her appearances as she had bene trained to do.*

*That being said, she was happy to be outside of her 'cage'. The cool air inside the cart was refreshing to Sutekina and the smell of cheese and wine excited her senses. She could tell right away they were of high quality, leading her to believe that the master, whether it be this lady or not, was either wealthy or a skilled artisan. She was glad to be taken into a family that dealt with food as it was one of the few pleasant things that her family allowed her to handle*

*With her keen ears she would hear the lady talking about slavers and terminating them. Was she a slave? She would look at her wrists and feet and shake her head. No, slaves were bounded by chains, or at least that is what she read in books. She was merely a housewife, a piece of property to serve others to the best of her abilities. Perhaps she was to 'terminate' these slavers? She hoped not as she had no combat training whatsoever, and she abhorred violence, but if that was the reason she was taken into this family it would dishonor her family if she didn't do her best to learn. But still, she would hope for the best and continue to sit in silence waiting for the cart to reach their intended destination*
Cassandra
*It'd be a few moments of silence, Emiko stopping the horse at a nearby stable. It was a long journey from... Well, out of the country and back in. Amiki was definitely thirsty and well... Hungry. She led him to the drinky place and... Took out some food she... Left outside of the tent, but inside the cart. 

There was the sound of clicking... And a creaaak as Emiko opens the door to the back. There was a fweep and Sutekina finally saw the city. They were in a lower levels of the country. Most were Middle class, but she still recognizes them. She does of course, sell lower priced objects!*

"Hello... Uhhmmm sorry for not introducing myself. I'm Emiko, yours supposed new master. I don't prefer being seen as a master, but rather your friend or sister. Anything is fine with you..."

*She thought for a moment, patting her clothes. She was wearing her work clothes, not exactly wanting to sweat in any kind of fancy clothing. Good, she had her money!*

"Are you hungry? It was a long journey so you must have worked up an appetite!"

*She asked, wanting to... Make it known that she wasn't a master, rather just Emiko... Her new sister? She doesn't know how this works. Are they sisters or are the cousins? Or maybe... Aunt and niece? Emiko doesn't have a husband... So probably not the case*
Felisa
*Sutekina would let out a gasp of surprise and awe as this was the first time in her life she had set eyes on a city. There were so many people, so many sounds, so many smells. She cautiously eyes the pretty lady to see if this was a normal occurrence of perhaps some miracle from the heavens to have so many people gathered in one place. Seeing no visible reaction of surprise from her, Sutekina would come to realize that this was infact normal. She had read about cities in books, but her parents told her she needn't worry about it as she would spend most of her time in the house cleaning and cooking.*

*As the lady would turn to face and speak to her, Sutekina would smile pleasantly and bow her head in respect. So her name was Emiko and she was her master. Or rather not her master? Sutekina was slightly confused by this, but did not show it on her face. Confused looks only ruins your face and causes more distress to those who see it. It seemed Emiko wished to treat her as a friend, or even a sister? And it was Sutekina's choice? Was this some sort of test? She had learned from her parents that masters only want subservient housemaids, meaning any of her desires comes below her masters. Perhaps she was trying to confirm the quality of the goods? In that case...*

"I am very grateful for your kindness, but you need not concern yourself for my desires. If you wish for me to call you friend or even sister then I shall do my upmost duty to do so. I live to serve you now. Your desires are my desires. Same goes for my hunger, you need not waste such high quality goods on me. If you wish for me to starve I shall do so, if you wish for me to eat it shall be done as well."

*In honesty, she really did want to eat the cheese and wine. She could easily smell the flavors and how delicious they would be in her mouth. But she is a piece of property, and as such, could not be controlled by the whims of her own desires.*
Cassandra
"Ahah I do concern myself with your desires. You are a living person of course. Someone why can learn, feel, love, and of course, well... Exist. So my uhh... Desire is for you to know that you are allowed to want things and I'd help you achieve those!" 

*She said, bending over to... Well, open the case. There were smaller rolls of cheese with a smelly rind. They look somewhat hard. Probably aged for a long time! She needed to speak strategically! If she wanted to help her... Be free... She needed to put it into words she'd understand. She'll play master for now... Eventhough she despises it. 

Out one goes. She didn't know if there were any good food vendors around. It wouldn't hurt to explore, but she didn't exactly feel very safe here. Thieves could kidnap her! She'll probably make a proper meal for Sutekina... But she isn't sure about her cooking abilities...

She simply handed the cheese roll to her. It was quite small, being able to fit into her palm! It's embellished with Emiko's logo!*
Felisa
*A living person she says?... Sutekina felt something stir in hear as Emkio said that, a feeling of she had quenched long ago. She couldn't exactly describe it but was it perhaps hope? Passion? She would quickly attempt to douse out the emotions seeing that she was getting ahead of herself. This could still be part of the test after all, but seeing that her 'desire' is for her to want things, she didn't see any reason to refuse her offering of cheese*

*Thus, she would take the small cheese roll in her hand and giggle slightly at how cute it was. She never had a cheese roll this small before, and it smelled so nice. She would give one last look to Emiko to make sure she wasn't displeasing her in any manner before nibbling into the cheese. As she had expected this was a cheese made with incredible patience and skill. But not to indulge herself like a glutton infront of her master she would fold the rest into a napkin and properly pamper her lips of any remaining tidbits of cheese before bowing once more*

"Thank you for the meal. I am grateful to be permitted a chance to eat your produce. I hope I can live up to your expectations for such kindness my lady. Is there anything you would wish for me to do for you?"

*She could allow herself to be the guest here and be fed without service. Even if she wasn't her master, Sutekina had an inbuilt desire to serve others and didn't wish to be a burden to this master who was seemingly much more nicer than she had expected. Perhaps things were finally starting to look up for her... Perhaps she may find freedom in this place*
Cassandra
"You're completely welcome. You're welcome to... Relieve yourself with some wine here. But only the ones labelled 'Fresh.' I still have to make my money somehow. Uhhh... That's completely all. You can pop out of the tent if you need something. It's still a rather long journey to the house"

*She said, producing a small wooden cup. Would suck for Sutekina if she was a vampire. Anyways, she poured her a serving of wine, lightly handing it to her like she was taught to hand it to anyone! 

It had a deep purple colour. If Sutekina were to swirl it around, it'd reflect a light golden colour. Of course, this wasn't gold. It was just the holy magic doing it's thing. It had a rich grape flavour, tasting quite fine for being... Fresh.*

"Sorry if I seem rather rude, but I didn't catch your name. What would it be?"
Felisa
*Sutekina's mouth would water slightly as she eyed the golden tinted wine. She had never read about a wine like this before. Was this perhaps some sort of godly wine? She would swirl the cup to get a better view of it. Its clearness and bright purple tint was very alluring to Sutekina's keen eyesight and it's swirling sound helped determine its viscosity. She would then sniff the wine with her honed nose to take in it's unique scent. After experiencing the wine with her senses, she would finally relish sipping it slowly, swirling around the liquid insider her mouth so her taste buds may absorb all the flavor. It was rich and sweet, but not overly so. There was some other flavor with it as well that shouldn't put a finger on, though she suspected it was due to the golden tint. After finishing her portion, would bow her head and return the cup. She enjoyed her meal, and for that she was determined to work even harder today for Emiko.*

*Her ears would then prick up upon realizing that she didn't even know her name. A bit surprising considering it should've been on the papers, but perhaps she wished to hear it from her own mouth. Well, she had no reason to refuse considering she was the master*

"I apologize for my rudeness Lady Emiko. The name it Sutekina Husen. Well... Seeing how I've been sold into your family I suppose it is now Sutekina Yukinoshita, or at least that is what I believe the papers said."
Cassandra
*She took the cup, placing it on top of the little barrel of fresh wine. Somewhat like an invitation of "Drink if you require it." She took note of what Sutekina said. Seems like this was much much worse than she thought. It'd seem, that her parents bought and practically adopted her. Wait... Adopted! That's a good thing. Emiko can explain this situation! 

She reckons that since she now has their last name... That she is now part of the family and isn't expected to serve them! That's good... Yeeeeeeessss* 

"Tis is fine! No need to call me Lady or anything. Emiko or Emi is completely fine. But uhhh... Y'know, being part of The Yukinoshita Family... That kinda means you don't need to serve us! You're basically a sister to me!"

*She said, walking towards the entrance. They should get a move on soon! It might turn to night time before they can do anything useful! She still has to open shop! Oh no... She needs to work! Emiko has to work more today*
Felisa
*A sister? Sutekina would be taken back by this. She was the only female in her family, so she never really got to experience what it was like having a sister. Her brothers were expected to take over her father's business while her purpose as a female was just to look pretty and greet people and someday become a good wife. She didn't have any training on being a sister, but it would seem like La- Emiko wished to be treated that way. She would have rely on the stories she read about sisters, but looking back on them, all the sisters treated one another poorly, always fighting over who was going to marry the prince. From what she could observe from Emiko, she doubted she wanted to be treated in the same manner those sisters did.*

*For now she would have to pick up context clues on how exactly to behave like a sister, and it would seem step 1 and 2 involved not calling her lady and to not serve her. She wasn't sure how to feel about rule 2 as it would seem to invalidate the whole reason she was sold. If she was not meant to serve, then why was so much gold spent to bring her into this family? She wasn't complaining, even the first few hours here have been more enjoyable than the past few years she had been with her hold family, but she didn't want to be cheating people out of their gold.*

*She would walk out of the tent, giving one last glance to the wine, but shaking her head to resist the temptation, before following Emiko towards the entrance. She didn't know what she was suppose to do, but she knew better than to stay in the cart while her mast-sister was doing work.*

"Em-Emiko. May I ask what should I do as your sister if not serve you. I-I do not wish to be a burden on your family and be a waste of your gold. Can I provide any aid for you wherever you are going?"
Cassandra
"Well, you won't be much of a burden anyways. I'm a working woman and my business is quite profitable. Sisters aren't any different than friends. They can talk to each other about their troubles... Or about gossip... Or even some spicy secrets! But yes, you need not to worry about being a burden. I'm more than happy enough to have someone be around! Being alone in a house is quite lonely, even with the kind of traffic I get."

*She said, unlocking the door. It was pretty well lit inside. The sun was seeping into the building very well. There were some barrels of wine and well... A lot of rolls of cheese! It was quite homey inside. 

She motioned for Sutekina to walk in and make herself at home. Following her ritual of well... Entering her own home, Emiko took off her shoes and... Well... Stepped in to... Take a masssssiiiive whiff of alcoholic air. 

Other than the... Barrels and boxes of cheese, Emiko's house looked pretty ordinary! There was a table with... Some chairs, a chest to carry her belongings and... Of course, some stairs to the next floor!* 

"Well, welcome to my house! It doubles as where I make and sell my goods. Of course, not everything is work free! It is expected of everyone who lives here to work one way or another. You're a very pretty person, so I'd reckon you'd work well with talking with customers! You'll get a wage of at least... Well, unknown, but I'll see what I can fit with my finances. You don't have to stay here all day, you can leave the house and explore the city"
Felisa
*Sutekina would make a mental note of all the things Emiko told her. 1) Sisters are like friends, which unfortunately didn't help much as she wasn't allowed to have any. 2) They can talk to each other about their troubles. She didn't wish to burden Emiko with her troubles, but she would be more than happy to listen to hers. That was something she was used to after all, having some of her father's drunk guests tell how terrible their lives were as she stood there to be a pretty looking pillow to wipe their tears on. 3) Gossip or spice secrets. She didn't have much gossip or secrets, but she did feel obligated to tell Emiko any information that she collects or about herself if she so desired, so that should be fairly easy to carry out as well. Lastly, she just had to be around Emiko. It would seem like her she also felt lonely. Sutekina would give herself a pat on the back, pleased that she could satisfy 3/4 requirements of being a sister right off the bat, but was still determined to learn all of them. But she would first need some experience in making friends...*

*At this point they would finally reach the shop and before Emiko evens opens the door Sutekina would be hit by the strong aroma of wine and cheese within the building. She immediately guessed that this was the location where either her servants or she herself carried out the craft. As the door opened she would once more let out an involuntary gasp at the raw number of the cheeses and wine barrels in the room. Did Emiko make these all by herself? How long must it have taken her? As she would step inside she couldn't help but feel like she belonged here. If there was one thing she enjoyed from her time training to be a housewife, it was cooking. She loved food, especially sweet food, and it was clear Emiko's wine was very sweet. She breathed in the heavy alcoholic air and lets out a sigh of euphoria. She could feel herself getting slightly drunk from the air alone, and she loved it*

*She was pleased to here that she would hear that she would be given some work. She wished to work with the brewing and tasting of the food, but understood with her looks it made more business sense to have her greet the customers. She was surprised to be given a wage, as she was bought into the family so she would raise her voice to elevate Emiko's concern*

"Em-Emiko, it's fine, you don't need to pay me. Your family bought me after all, and you've done more than enough for me. Providing me shelter in this home and the freedom to explore on my own is the greatest reward you can provide me, honestly!"
Cassandra
"Well, being able to explore the world and stay in a house is one thing... But you might feel inclined to buy something. Maybe you smell something tasty out there... Or find something pretty. A wage is good to keep you happy if you decide you desire something. That and... A person at your age might have some suppressed Frivolous desires. You are, of course, a woman!"

*She said, thinking for a moment. She pulled out two chairs from the table, sitting at one. She pointed to across the table. Doubt they'd get many customers today... But she did get a lot of orders! Seems like she'll have plenty of time to get to know her new sister friend person! 

Emiko herself... Sucks at cooking honestly. She wouldn't admit it, but she knows she can't cook well. This is why, she is such a small person! Lack of nutrition is detrimental to your growth. If Sutekina were to look around at... The random barrels and boxes, she'd find paper pasted onto every one of them detailing the... Date it was made and... How it was made. Strangely, the wine all have the same inscription in "How it was made..." One word: Magic*
Felisa
*Sutekina would simply smile at Emiko's offer for pay. She was technically still her superior despite wanting to be treated as her sister. If she wished to pay her, Sutekina knew better than to try argue. She didn't think she would have many needs, but looking back all her fashionable clothes and ingredients for cooking were provided by her family. Looking around the room and at the label of how the food was made, she would realize that the diversity of life here would probably be more limited than with the Husen's.*

*She would approach the table, bow her head, and then take a seat next to Emiko if she was permitted. It would seem Emiko wished to speak to her? Or at least have her by her side, something Setukina would understand very well.*

"I suppose I can use your wages to get some better clothing and food to eat. Your wine and cheese is very delicious and rich, and can see how you make a business out of it, but I think one of the pleasures of life is to taste various kinds of food. As your sis-sister let me show you the wonders of cooking if we bring some ingredients next time."A
Cassandra
"I have no wish to dictate how you want to use your money. You earned it anyways. And..."

*She could probably see Emiko... Practically drool in her head. She heard F O O D and well... She hasn't been eating good food. Her diet usually consists of fish... Cheese.. And wine!* 

"If you'd cook for me, that'd be VERY appreciated. Maybe one day, once we get enough money, we can expand and get a bigger store! Maybe a restaurant... Yessss that sounds good... Fooo-"

*She stopped herself, clearing her throat. She went a bit... Into the hungry little fox hole again. She... Tends to do that when she sees food. It's somewhat a habit! Apparently, people feel more inclined to give stuff to cute things! She produced a book*

"But... Sorry for that. I wanted to actually inform you about what you'd be doing around in this establishment! You'll be working as someone who'd... Help me talk to customers! I'm... Not good at that since people tend to see me as a child. It's quite strange. Wouldn't someone like me be seen as a fully capable woman? But anyways, that's beside the point. Your job is to talk to customers and give their orders and demands to me. If they complain, just call to me!"

*She said, slipping the book towards Sutekina. It looked extremely worn out. Some random papers were hanging out and such. She'd probably need a pen, which Emiko just... Kinda keeps around somewhere. She'd probably need to ask her since Emiko isn't the best at remembering the details* 

"You're welcome to sleep in my room or near the fireplace. Whichever is good enough for you. Warning though, my room tends to be colder than the fire place. I like being able to roll up into a small roll while feeling cool. It's nice on the ears and tail!*
Felisa
*Sutekina would nod in acceptance for her job. It certainly seemed simple enough and it tailored to her talents. In a sense she appreciated this suberviant position of having to report to her as she was starting to worry that Emiko would treat her as an equal due to being 'sisters'. She would feel a pang of saddness in her chest as she thought that, but she would quickly quench it out. She already knew deep in her heart that is what she truly desired, but now wasn't the time to let that be known. At the first least she should prove herself to be a good 'sister' before trying to reap the benefits of being one.*

*She would then take Emiko's book and try her best to hide her surprise at how worn out it was. Emiko didn't strike her to be the disorganized type, that much was clear given she had a book, which could only lead her to think about how long has she been using it? Sutekina makes another mental note to perhaps but another book to transfer the records into just incase this one falls apart. She would also notice that there wasn't a pen attached, but with her keen eyesight a quick look around the room in an attempt to find it's location. Alas it would seem there were more things laying about than she had though, proving it to be too difficult to find. She would clear throat*

"Um, Emiko. It would seem there isn't a pen? Do we perhaps need to buy one next time we are in the market or is it laying around somewhere? As for sleeping quarters, can I... Can I sleep in your room? I think I would enjoy the cooler temperature as well."