>>3218>Date: September 22nd, 2017>Location: Kyoto, Japan - Tasogare Castle>Time: 10:00 AM [Relative to Sanctuary City]["The Meta-Humans were all transported away before Susano-O could retrieve them for extraction."]
>Isamu Tasogare, also known as Ryūjin, kneels at the foot of the flooring before the throne. Akito sits on his throne, his face resting on his fist as he casually stares at the face of his cousin while he gives his report.["Furthermore, we have experienced various losses in the form of damaged and compromised technology. The magitek terminal that we installed inside of the Narrows was destroyed by Susano-O following the altercation with the vigilantes."]
>Susano-O stands in the back, further behind Isamu, also kneeling.["Please forgive me, Kagemusha. I did not intend to fail at my mission, but the Meta-Humans forced my hand. Had I not destroyed the terminal, the information stored could be traced back to us."]
>Sitting on his throne still, Akito remains unresponsive for a few more moments, before stating in response:["That compromise has already occurred. Thanks to my dear cousin, Isamu."]
>Looking up in surprise, Isamu immediately speaks up, attempting to defend himself.["I did no such thing! I merely spoke with the Shadows' lieutenant in order to receive an update of the situation! No sensitive information was leaked!"]
>Akito then stares Isamu directly in the eyes as he responds.["Did you, or did you not use our surname during your communications?"]
>Isamu's face behind his mask turns pale white, as he slowly responds to the question.["…Yes. I did."]
>Akito then gives Isamu a raised eyebrow expression, as he continues.["Furthermore, as Susano-O as explained, the area was beset by intruders by the time he had arrived. He was mere minutes away from the location underneath Sanctuary City."]
>Adjusting his seating position on his throne, Akito then says:["Tell me, cousin. What do you believe that implies?"]
>Silent for a moment, Isamu then lowers his head in shame, gritting his teeth as he speaks.["I will pay for my mistake and the shame that I have brought upon the Tasogare family. This, I swear Kagemusha."]
>Exhaling, Akito then gives a soft smile as he motions with two of his fingers.["There will be no punishment for this mistake - as it matters not. Ryozo is already aware of our plans. Continuing to pretend that the specter of secrecy protects our operations is foolishness made bare."]
>Isamu, surprised, then nods at Akito as he stands up due to the two finger salute.["…Of course, Kagemusha. We will redouble our efforts to prepare for the oncoming confrontation."]
>Akito lazily waves his hand at Isamu and Susano-O, before stating:["If you insist. However, the rest of the immediate family must be prepared."]
>Looking at Susano-O, Akito then says:["Ao, summon your brother Gin and your sister Hikari. I would have need of Tsukuyomi and Amaterasu, in addition to Susano-O."]
>Susano-O nods as he bows before Akito.["It will be done, Kagemusha."]
>Susano-O then turns around and begins to walk out of the throne room. Isamu looks up at Akito, who then tells him:["As for you, Ryūjin? Do not undermine yourself again, for it is only by Ryozo's knowledge, that your actions did not constitute a setback. Make a habit of reckless behavior at your own peril."]
>Balling his fists instinctively, Isamu then swallows his pride and nods at Akito - bowing as well.["Of course, Kagemusha. Forgive me for my insolence. I will prepare and conduct myself in a more efficient manner next time."]
>Isamu then turns around and walks out of the throne room as well.