You explained your purpose, hoping that the Twelve Houses of Izumo could form a strategic partnership with Yomi. You also stated, "I don't care about the past. This trip was solely for this matter."
Having seen the current situation clearly, they understood that cooperating with you might be their only way out.
This River Lethe Sword Festival came to a successful conclusion amid the sudden upheaval, and the decree blade "Fierce" was returned to your hands.
As for the rumor that the winner of the sword festival could win Miss Raiden's favor, she personally dispelled it before you. "A rumor. I never said that was possible... Besides, they only said it might be."
After that small incident, following three days of deliberation, Yomi and the Twelve Houses of Izumo decided to attempt an exchange of resources.
Two months later, dealings between Yomi and the Twelve Houses of Izumo gradually became more frequent. During that time, you also attended the Twelve Houses' gatherings and meetings often.
Yet as the years turned, you never could have imagined it. You had not come here as the head of the Beichen Clan, but as the Emperor, sitting alongside the heads of the various houses to discuss affairs.
After attending several meetings, you realized that although Tsuyi was nominally the head of the Twelve Houses of Izumo, her actual authority was still somewhat lacking.
So during council meetings, whenever opinions were difficult to weigh, you would side with Tsuyi, becoming a loyal member of the "Raiden faction" in your capacity as Emperor.
Because of this, she sought you out in private. "Actually, many times, my proposals may not be the best solution."
You understood that well and replied, "I have my own judgment. If I think something is inappropriate, I'll remain silent. So when