To Doji Hikaru

[Yasuki Ryoichi]

<A letter with careful but unexceptional penmanship, tied with a thin blue cord, and with a small sprig of pine attached>


To the most excellent Doji Hikaru of House Ikehara,

I am called Yasuki Ryoichi, and I am reliably informed that we both will be in attendance at Winter Court this season. As the seat of your House is very near to that of my own, in the interests of being good neighbors I felt it might be appropriate to make early introductions. I admire the naval efforts of your House and I am sure we will have much to talk about. I look forward to making your acquaintance at court.

Regards,
Yasuki Ryoichi

[Doji Hikaru]

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<The return letter is tied with a similar blue cord, but with a pure white feather included where the pine had been. The penmanship is flowing, but barely legible even with the signs of care and effort>


To the esteemed Yakuki Ryoichi of House Shiozaki,

I am honored by your greeting. I shall indeed be privileged enough to attend Winter Court this season and am gladdened at the opportunity to meet with you. Our House is young, and thus appreciates the chance of new opportunities. I agree with you that I believe there is much that neighbors can do to share in each others prosperity and further nurture it. I look forward to making your acquaintance in person.

Sincerely yours,

Doji Hikaru