Also Zaer, do you mind if maybe I also place some ideas regarding maybe an Asahina woman that your character's family might be in talks for a marriage.  For some reason that notion popped into my head and is staying there.  Nice bit of drama with the Soshi woman as well.  Then also have that interplay with the political rival/enemy of your character.  Maybe work some off his grandfather and the Crane link there.  If that is alright ?