In the down time, she spent her time with Akatsuru, who was more than happy to be with her. All Akatsuru seemed to have her mind on, though, was this mysterious Warabihime and how fast she had jumped up to Oiran. It could mean we lose customers, Akatsuru had said. And that would be bad for the house, the girls would lose a roof and food if no one bought them should Ogimoto go under.
"I don't know what I would do if we separated, Ebi.." She said sadly, putting her hand over Ebisu's.