TEA HOUSE-茶室

Hina, a young maiden who lived in a small city called Hueon that was located  in the lands of the rising sun also known as Japan.  She was cheerful gal that could warm the hearts of others just by a smile.  She seemed so at ease that you wouldn't think twice she'd had such a hard life to live. But, that wasn't quite  accurate for Hina couldn't live the life  of a normal teenage girl like most. Both her twin sister Lina and her had to grow up quick in this harsh world. After, their mother had died from a a terrible sickness at the age of 14. Not only did both girls have  to look after their young siblings. But, also had to pay for their living and take the place of their parents. Sadly their father was no were to be found after their mother had died so it wasn't like they had him to lean on.  Both working hard  part time and taking classes at a local college they never seem to have time to just kick back and fool around.  Lina, always got so frustrated and thought it wasn't fair that the both of them had to give their lives up for this. Taking her angre out on her siblings and having such an attitude towards them for taking away the life she'd dream for. She wanted her life to be more then this. Feeling as if she was trapped between a wolf and lion. She always had the thought what if her mother was still a live and their father was still around would they still be living like this. Hina, was much different then her twin sister Lina. The only thing that was a like between them was their face nothing more. Hina, on the other didn't mind one bit looking after her siblings and didn't mind working hard to provide for them. Money didn't mean much to her as long as it kept food in their bellys and a roof over their heads. Days when they had little food to eat she'd give her plate to her siblings wanting them to eat until they were full. So, that they could grow up big and strong.   Even, though Hina knew their life wasn't perfect but it was perfect enough for her. She was happy with this life even having so little. She never took it for granted or even thought what life would be if it were different for them. She just lived her life happily with her family.  It didn't matter to her that they didn't have much of anything this one bedroom apart fit the fix of them, and both Lina and Hina had jobs and were in school. She knew it wouldn't be much longer before the five of them were living better lives. As a new day came both girls headed out into the world. Both wearing their school uniform that consist of a white cuffed dress shirt, with a short tan skirt. Lina, wore long white stockings with her uniform. Hina always wore  black stockings with hers along with the black dress shoes that came along with their uniform.  Hina, long pink hair moved along with the gentle breeze that passed by so very often. As Lina didn't get to enjoy such pleasure of having long hair for she always kept her's short and clean just like the way their mother had her's. Taking a moment both girls would stop as their sea blue eyes gazed at the rising sun. It was truly a beautiful morning and Hina knew it was going to be a wonderful day.  As they continued to make their way to school catching the bell. Before, they knew school was over and the both of them were headed to work. This was the only time Lina and Hina were apart. Lina, worked across town as a telemarker. Which Hina worked at an old tea shop. Smiling happily as enters the tea house she'd see all the normal customers that came here daily. Putting her apron on as she makes her way behind the counter taking people's orders right away. .



 

Rook made his way through the beaded opening of the Tea House, a delicate one stop shop that was located in the center of town, convenient enough for his Master Aaron to frequently stop and generate business. Rook blindly followed his Master into the shop and stepped forward with him to the counter. Rook browsed over the counter, looking at the delicate tasteful treats were laid out for examination. His Master Aaron had ordered his usual, Citon Tea and Yakisoba. Rook stared to the woman behind to counter before turning back to the foods that were upon the counter.

Hina, smiling happily as she see's the tea shop gather customers right away made her day. As, she thought she was going to  lose  yen from the mistake she had made earlier. Hopping around place to place as she refills customers tea, while taking down other people orders. She'd slowly make her way back  behind the counter fetching their  yummy desserts. Carrying a huge tray of goodies out the kitchen; she'd  stop as she noticed a robotic man at the counter looking at the display she had out.  She'd wiggle her nose as she'd speak in a low girly voice "Is there anything you would like?" She'd tilt her head as she looked up making eye contact. Before, to long she'd hear the door bells ring as someone new had enter the tea house.  Seeing a man had enter taking a  seat at the counter next to the man she was speaking to her face lit up as she greeted him in. "Hello, and welcome to the tea house. Please, take a moment to look over the menu ill be with you shortly sir."  She'd look back up towards the robot as she placed her tray down on the counter as she waited.

Rook would return a glance, confused as to what he might order. A shop of this sort was only a stop that Rook had made time for when his Master had requested it. Rook took a quick look back towards the counter and picked up a small green cup, within it's containment sat what appeared to be green tea. Rook kindly placed the yen upon the counter for the small cup and moved his way across the room and torward the front door. He stepped out and took a seat taking in the busy street of which the tea shop rested, Rook unhooked the leather straps from around his waist and placed his Katana on the ground, proping the blade up upon his chair's armrest. Rook brought his arm down and gripped his cup, bringing it torward his helmet only to click the rim of the cup to his helmet resulting in the tea to spill upon his cloak. Rook merely placed the cup back down on the table and thought nothing more of the event. He rested back now, turning his view back torward the street, staring upon the faces.

"Hope you enjoy." She'd giggle as she kept the same smile on her face as she saw the robotic man step out. Picking up the yen he had left she'd put it in the reji (cash register) before bring her attention back to the tray she had placed down. Picking the tray of goodies back up from the counter, Hina would bring them over to a lovely family that sat in the very back of the shop. She'd set the tray down on the table next to them as handed them their drinks before placing their yummy desserts in front of them. Removing the tray she'd walk back over towards the counter looking at the man. "Is there anything I can get for you?" She'd say as she walked around the counter placing the tray underneath; while leaning her self across  resting her chin on her hands waiting for him to decided as to what he wanted to order.

A warm smile still on her face as she see's the man at the counter enjoying his dessert and drink.  She'd slightly bow as she spoke a bit more. "I'm happy to hear to your enjoying your drink and food. Let me know when your finish and ill ring you up right away.  " She'd wiggle around the shop as she begins to finish cleaning the place up after former customers whom were there.

It's been several months since Hina had seen or even heard from the Sinister Seven.  It been quite lonely without them in town after they had left to help fight in a war with one of the country's alliances. She even heard that a few of the Sinister Seven members had fallen in battle. This made her heart cry out deeply for them. After all the Sinister Seven kept her business a live. This was one of their favorite places to come to get away from the long hard battle they had fought in the past. As, she swept the floors she'd grip the broom tightly as she thought to herself what might had happen to them. And, hoping that the ones that came here often were alright. Even, more that robotic man that always knew the right words to say to get under her skin. He always made her so furious. Yet, she always adored him the most; because secretly she was his biggest fan and cheered him on whenever he went out in battle.

Rook was weary, the trip alone back to the village had run some of his circuits dry to the point of sticking and causing a delay in his motor functions. He had suffered a minor injury during the battle of Noir though was mustered enough energy into himself to stay alive during the campaign. The only thoughts he had was to make it home, back to the village that he called home and a sanctuary for him. As they approached the main gates to the village they were accustom to welcomes of towns people and the village throwing their honorary party as always. Rook shrugged passed the pats on his back and the eye of children as he strolled through. Rook had the idea of stopping at the wayward rest area for some tea, though to his reluctness he cannot consume such things, though the he always enjoyed the scenery from the porch they had established just outside of the shop. Rook moved through town before rounding the corner to the shop. It was open, per usual the shop was a huge success during the returning festival for the soldiers and the Sinister Seven alike. Rook was in glee of making it home and stepping through the door, he was welcomed by the savory smells were amidst through the air and the steam from the freshly baked products were running the air, attracting more than the usual customers into the shop. Rook strolled over to the bakery rack and was admiring the freshly baked rolls and pastries that were assorted over the tray. Rook couldn't help but bring his head over the counter and stare down to them, attempting to reach over though the counter proving to be to taller than he had expected. Rook decided slide back to the floor onto his feet, he turned his head to the counter before noticing a small bell sitting upon the counter. Rook not knowing the proper function of such. Customers began to take notice to the constant bell ringing, before long Rook continued to press the bell button, knowing not of its annoyance.

A light wind blew. The cool, calm wind of mid summer caressed Aaron's cheek as he lightly brushed the beaded strings to the side as he lightly stepped into the tea house. The tempting smell of food filled his nostrils as he peered from behind his long blonde hair, spying all the minor details with his multi colored eyes. "This tea house has been here for ages, yet this is my first time here. About time I pay you a visit, huh, Hina?" Aaron spoke warmly to the woman behind the bar. His voice was deep, yet soothing, as if it had tremendous power behind it, yet as gentle as a trickling creek, washing over scuttle stones. With each light step, Aaron neared the bar, looking about, admiring the structure of the building. His white shirt seemed to flow with his movements gently swaying. When he sat, Aaron placed his hand of the sheath of his muramasa and twisted, undoing the simple knot that held it to his waist. He placed the sheathed blade against the bar and propped both feet upon the steel bar that ran just two inches above the floor. He nodded to Hina and spoke once again. "I'd like some tea, please. With honey, if you would." Aaron reached into the pouch that hung on his waist, only a few inches away from where his sword usually rested. "What do I owe you, lady Hina?" Aaron said, smiling in her direction as he fumbled around with the pieces of yen that resided within the leather pouch.

Behind the counter of the bar Hina would peek her head out from the side seeing two familiar faces walk through the doors. Rubbing her eyes she just couldn't believe what she was seeing at this very moment.  It was Rook and Aaron Havoc.. from the Sinister Seven. And, not just any members from the seven but the leader himself and Rook! She had no idea that they were back in town and so soon. She felt relieved knowing that the both  of them made it back home safely.  Wiggling around in place as she stared their way. She'd lean her self up as walked over to their aid.  Hearing Aaron Havoc voices she'd softly giggle as she nodded her head. "Indeed, it's been years since the last I saw you here. Give me a moment or so and I'll have your tea right out." She'd reach her hand down under the counter pulling out a basket of dangos. " Please, help yourself to some dango's in the mean time it's on the house as well. You can say it's a welcome home present from the shop."  Rushing herself to the kitchen she'd grab a dark tea cup  filling it to the top with green tea and a bit of honey. Hearing the bell ring as someone was needing her assistant she'd place the cup of tea on a  tray next to her that had other warm bakery treats. Walking out the door and over to Havoc she'd hand him his drink with a bright smile.  "Here you go sir I hope you enjoy." Still holding the tray as she walked over to the bell and Rook. Hina, face would brighten as she forced herself to talk. "Hello.. Rook is there anything that I can get for you?"