Before the bandit has a chance to reply, a pair of arrows cut through the doorway, embedding themselves harmlessly in the street. It would seem that there are yet more bandits to deal with. His mouth purses in a line and he throws himself forwards, blade first.<br/><br/>The second takes advantage of the distraction to stab his spear into Yukimura. ((14 damage))<br/><br/>- - - - -<br/><br/>Meanwhile, back at the house of the Crane ...<br/><br/>Doji-san leads you back down inside, where you find an authoritative figure has arrived, and is calming the women. Judging by the guards around him, this could well be Doji Tsumetsu himself. As you arrive, the women are telling of your bravery in confronting the various oni.<br/><br/>The guard you recognise from the front door steps forward, and asks for permission to commit seppuku, since he failed in  his duty, and has brought dishonour on himself.<br/><br/>Tsumetsu shakes his head at this request. "Iie, Naigotai-san. Evil maho was at fault here." As he says this, the servants mutter amongst themselves, and make signs to the Fortunes to protect them.<br/><br/>Tsumetsu catches sight of you, and steps forwards, looking you all over. "You have defended my house, and protected the lives of my children. I owe you a reward for such valour. Please accept the hospitality of my home, and allow me to present you with a small token."<br/><br/>He motions to one of the servants and whispers something to her. She nods and scurries off, returning a few moments later with a small satchel, intricately stitched with the mon of the Crane.<br/><br/>He turns to address Hashimoto. "Please accept this on behalf of your group."