❝I did enough ignoring when he was still around. I simply have to pick, and choose my nights out now. The burdens of being an adult. But enough of that,❞ she paused to raise another bottle of sake.

❝To a blooming eve of pleasantries.~❞ A toast offered to Haohmaru.

❝Ooo, my apologies.~ Can't say I blame you, choosing to be a free blade. I'd do the same if I had the option to.❞

Long gone were the days she could skirt around her duties every night. And her frequent trips to Earth. 💢

One of many hedonistic pleasures the demoness never refrained from when presented !

After downing the first bottle like it were water, a hearty sigh was let out.

❝I take it you're a samurai of some kind?❞

Inquiry eventually sent his way, having long since noticed the blade on his hip.

"I only serve myself."

"Yeah? So what if I am?"

"Morning chumps. What the hell are you staring at?"

Then a rush of adrenaline accompanied by the return of material surroundings.

Lonely establishment before them, but very much open and shelved with sake.

❝See? That didn't hurt now, did it?💜❞

❝So long as you aren't afraid of strangers, I can take us to a fine establishment,❞ the soothing honey dipped words given to him.

Dainty hand outstretched, digits sprawled. A lovely invitation beckoning the swordsman.

❝I wouldn't mind some deliciously crafted sake. But, as you said, we're in a dilemma . . . ❞

Some thought into the current area. She'd made a trip or two here in years past.

Think !

Where was the nearest izakaya ?

❝Some of us are barely waking up from slumber.💧❞