"I have found that it's hard to predict what samurai find enticing among each other. If it was skill you'd think I would have a constant supply of suitors after all." He replied with a playful smirk.

"As it is until today you seem to have a longer list then I did."

He smirked and rolled his eyes as well. "Well, I can confirm vast fortunes don't intrest others as well, Ikoma-san."

That look hurt and his jaw clenched for a moment to avoid showing it. and his voice was low when he responded. "Any name at all is better then the idea of forcing youself on a spouse that has no wish for it." With that said he let out a slow breath before offering the Lion a bow.

"I've said too much, I should be leaving." With that he turned on his heal and started back the way they came.

Distance prevented even the wasp's sharp ears from picking up the last word's of the Ikoma. "Likewise Ikoma-san." He called turning to face her and offering her one more bow. "It's an evening i know I'll remember even with it's outcome."

"Good night, and good luck." He offered finally before departing.

/exit.