Gekirin listened intently to Osamu's words, taking them very much to heart as he contemplated their next actions. Then came Izumi's final decree, that they would begin marking over the old scents that had come from outsiders. Funny to think that once upon a time, he too was an outsider to the Fujiwara clan.

Perhaps we should split up so we could cover more ground? I would be fine to head off or go on ahead and mark further to strengthen our claim. It was an offer that he gladly would take, noticing earlier how much the two were making eye contact to each other. It was nearly impossible to see the connection the two of them shared. A tie that he would dare not come between, silently and kindly offering in his own way space for them to catch up if they so wished. But would not push the issue.

I would also be happy to scout out ahead for anything that might catch my attention, then bring the news to you. Though I am open to what you feel is best. He did his best to help out in any way he could, still getting used to the ways that this clan had handled things. With not much opportunity for him in the past, it was hard for him to take a leadership position and keep to it. But for her at least, he would certainly try.