Alea Iacta Est

[Emperor Tekagi]

The Kusarian delegation had arrived to New London's orbit just a mere hour prior to the beginning of the meeting. A scarce and graceful vessel led the delegation, a heavily customized Shukensha-class Liner. Alongside it, the far more crude appearing personal ship of one of the delegations key figures, Governor Hakkera Tōko of Honshū.

During their journey, the delegation was able to witness the chaos and scars left behind in Bretonia by the Gallic onslaught, the still rather lawless nature of Leeds was imminent when a Molly transport crossed their paths where once the Stokes Mining facility was.

Following a rather rushed but friendly and respectful exchange with the Bretonian escort forces in high orbit of New London, the Kusarian delegation finally boarded the two "Taurus"-class shuttles of the Sunekosuri, making for planetfall at the nearby landing pad of Richmond Palace, right within its vast gardens.

Among the usual diplomatic staff and Governor Hakkera, were two high-profile politicians this time: The Imperial Prime Minister of Kusari, Miyasu Sanae - and the Defence Minister, Kogen Masamune, a direct blood relative to his Imperial Majesty, Emperor Kogen Tetsuya. They were guided across the beautiful gardens by who appeared to be a direct servant to the Queen's family as well as a contingent of four Bretonian Royal Guards. Albeit reluctantly at first, one of the Royal Guards was tasked with carrying a small box, which upon later inspection would reveal that the Kusari delegation was accompanied by a feline diplomat as well.

Upon entry of the first grand hall, the delegation split into two portions: A huge portion of the general diplomatic corps left together with the Royal Guards, they would participate in an off-side meeting discussing matters of varying - but generally low - importance with members of the Bretonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The high-profile delegation, now only accompanied by Kusari's top diplomats and the recordkeeping staff - and the feline one! - was led to the conference hall.

The Bretonian servant swiftly moved aside after opening the doors, leaving Miss Miyasu to enter as first.
She was graceful, wearing a traditional Kurotomesode, a formal kimono of black background featuring just short sleeves. Its peculiar design being limited along the hem only: It pictured the throne room, alongside the Chrysanthemum throne, of the Kogen bloodline, including the Imperial Kusarian Crest. It was clearly distinguishable as a piece of clothing belonging to the Imperial family. However, despite all formality, Miyasu's appearance would come across as slightly odd, as clear shapes of a seemingly endless fabric of many chains were visible beneath the kimono itself. A large gold necklace underlining her own interpretation of style. - She seemed to show a slight smile, almost like a friendly face, just like someone who will not mind going away from strict formality later on.

The Defense Minister followed closely, in his usual attire, which made him look awfully similar to a Naval Forces Admiral. He appeared cold, calculating but respectful while eyeing the Bretonian delegation. Curiously enough, his last visit in Bretonia was scheduled to be for Kusari's celebration of victory over the Bretonian Kingdom, a war goal estimated to have been reached by 821 A.S. - if not for the Gallic surprise appearance.

Lady Hakkera's attire consisted of a slightly less formal kimono than Miyasu's, an Irotomesode of red colour, her family crest hovering above a mountain trail on Honshu as design.

"We are most grateful for the short-term arrangement of this meeting. Prime Minister Jones, Admiral Sommerville. It is a great honor to make your personal acquittance."

Miss Miyasu took a slight bow, although it was very brief, directly followed by a brief introduction of Defence Minister Kogen and Governor Hakkega by Miss Miyasu and exchange of greetings among the participants.

During this period of formal greetings, one of the two recordkeepers put the box on the floor and let the feline diplomat loose.

"Please also meet Miki, a beloved member of my family and the unofficial mascot of the Imperial Diet of Kusari. If I understood.. Sir Dixon of your staff correctly, there is absolutely no issue with a well-behaved cat like my Miki to stay with us here." Miyasu added.