<div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/6gHyA34.jpg)</div><strong><span class="bbc_u">Kugetsuki Shiori</span></strong>(https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=236641.msg11654413#msg11654413)<br/><strong>Location:</strong>Kirigakure, North Gate<br/><strong>Tag:</strong>Kita Seiji, Kita Tomo, Zato Ichimaru<br/><hr/><br/>Initially, the raven-haired genin peeked up at her confident squad leader, a slight worrisome furrow to her brow. She was clearly hearing what he was saying, of course, but she wasn't entirely convinced by his reassuring gesture, quietly wondering if he was just trying to make her feel better. However, as the swordsman chimed in from ahead, despite being somewhat pulled along by their lively companion, her mouth pursed in a more deliberative manner. There was a quiet pause to the moment, but it was brief, her short hair brushing by her slim shoulders as she shook her the doubt from her head, and revealed an appreciate smile to her sensei. "You're right, of course. I'm being silly. Forgive me. I must be a little more tired than I thought."<br/><br/><em>Thank you for believing in me. I can't let you all down now. Not as long as I can help it. </em><br/><br/>As Shiori and Seiji increased their pace a little to catch up with the distance of their fellow teammates, the tanned kunoichi excitedly asked about her uncle's familiarity to the area. As she walked quietly, Shiori vaguely recalled that Tomo had ties of her own. In fact, it was her that had proposed they trained together to prepare for Kirigakure's misty environment. Her comrade wasn't terribly revealing on the details of her history with the technique, but she did mention that her mother was from the village. It did make sense. "That<em>would</em>be more comfortable than staying at an inn." She admitted modestly, offering an encouraging smile towards her reluctant teammate, hoping she would understand the boon it provided. Not only would it be a more luxurious arrangement, but it would be a safer and more private one as well. They wouldn't have to worry about being in close proximity with potential rivals from other villages in the mean time. They might even be able to get some training done without exposing themselves, depending on the size of the estate.<br/><br/>"I may just do that." Shiori responds to her sensei politely, nodding her head towards him respectfully to acknowledge his suggestion. "But, I think I'll accompany Ichimaru-kun for the moment. It might be premature to check into a hotel, but I'm sure we can find a quiet place that could be accommodating for now." She answers, directing her attention to her peers up ahead, with a friendly smile, particularly directed towards Tomo. "And I'll be sure to save any shopping ventures for a little later on, once I feel a little more rested." She added, subtly promising to hold out on exploring the local shops until the energetic genin was available once more to join her.