video

[lumberlady]

[it seems the centaur on the screen has figured out how to use the video function better than last time, fully visible on screen in front of the propped up bracelet... until she bows low, respectful]

Hello! I'm terribly sorry to bother all of you again, but- For those who don't know me, my name is Konoha... I'm a jinba, which some of you call a "centaur"... but I'm not from, um, Greece, or anywhere like that. I'm from Echigo, in Japan.

[straightening back up, her fingers start to twist together a bit anxiously, a bit of a blush barely visible beneath dark skin]

I just wanted to ask... and I know I can only ask, but. My, ah... my husband arrived here just recently, and this place is... I don't think I can really explain in words how overwhelming it is compared to where we come from.

And that's- My parents are human, I've always been around them, but he's mostly been in the deep mountains since he was young, so all these people...

I just want to ask that, if you see him lost, or... upset, somewhere... Could you please contact me? I don't really look at the "posts" on this thing much but I promise I'll always answer calls!

His name is Gonta, and... well, he's the only other jinba here, I'm pretty sure. He's about three or four hands taller than me, with palomino coat and white socks, and he has a patch over one eye... You really, really can't miss him.

I just... I want to keep showing him that humans can be good. Not humans, too! So. I'll be in your debt if you could just... be understanding, if you meet him. And maybe... Not tell him I made this post? Haha... Thank you so much for listening!

[and with another bow... the recording ends.]

Comments

[lumberlady]

[she’s obviously glad to hear it, smiling a bit in relief before the worry takes over again]

It is... I grew up in a human village and it’s still hard for me sometimes, so for him...

I don’t want to hurt his pride, but. I worry.

[zazen]

If anything. I think he would be happy to know that he has such a loving and watchful wife at his side. One that wants him to flourish on his own, but with your support.

[It's nice, he thinks. He has never been married, nor has he really dabbled much in relationships...but. Their relationship sounded very nice, very loving.]

[lumberlady]

I really hope so... I'm afraid I did the post all wrong, and some people think he's lost now- He isn't! He's just out looking for work...

[which also seemed to confuse people but- just because they don't have to work...]

[zazen]

I don’t believe you have done the post wrong at all. Your intentions are good, and I m certain even if he saw it...he would appreciate it. There will always be people who misunderstand.

If I get the opportunity, I would love to meet your husband myself.

[lumberlady]

I really hope so... thank you.

Will you be going to the festival, sir? At Tsukiyo? He promised me he'd try and come.

[zazen]

I can come to that, yes. I am still not quite acquainted with my surroundings, so going out to something like this will probably help me as well.

[lumberlady]

It will be a good way to meet new people, too, I'm sure- Even if you aren't familiar with the traditions!

[zazen]

I think it would be safe to say I am not familiar with a lot of things here. My arrival time leading up to this moment has been very short. A few days at most.

[lumberlady]

Oh, goodness- I didn't even think to ask, it's still hard to believe I could be someone's senior here...

Do you have any questions? Or need any help with anything?

[zazen]

I am not so certain what I need just yet. I just know that a lot of things about this place are unfamiliar tp me.

[lumberlady]

Oh, I'm sure... It's a really strange place, this city... But if you ever have a question and I can help, I will!

I guess you can start with the basics, though... like getting a job and settling in to the "Apartment"?

[zazen]

Ah! Do you know of any places that might need a doctor?

[lumberlady]

Wow, you're a doctor?

I heard there was a clinic on the second level... maybe them? I bet tons of people would want to see a doctor that's "moonblessed" instead of a prismal, right?

[zazen]

I am. It is my life's work to help those in need. Especially to those who would have a hard time getting and paying for that care otherwise.

I should try there. If you think that seeing a "moonblessed" doctor would make people feel better, safe.

[lumberlady]

I certainly think so... I know I would! Everyone needs a good doctor or a midwife sometime!

What's your name, sir? I can recommend you to people!

[zazen]

Jinguji Jakurai. Just Jakurai is fine. I try my best to help anyone who needs it.

[lumberlady]

Oh... Jinguji? Do you come from a family of priests... ?

[What a fancy name????? Or- Wait, can she apply her world's understanding to this sort of thing???]

[zazen]

[She can because that is exactly what his name was meant to be referenced after.]

I don't. But, I believe the name is fitting.

[lumberlady]

Oh... Well! It's a really nice sounding name! Definitely good for a smart profession like doctor, too! I mean, I'm just Konoha.

[medieval peasants don't get last names...]

Now we just need a moonblessed midwife and we'll be covered for everything!

[zazen]

But Konoha is good too. Names don't really make you who you are anyways.

[Pls....Konoha....]

Ah? Is that right? I haven't met any...but if I do. I will be sure to send them to you.

[lumberlady]

Thanks... I’ll tell my father if we get back home- he thought of it.

[someone missed the sterility memo]

I’d really appreciate it, actually! Like I know much about that, haha...