The gears within Riko were grinding, as she had so wanted to spend the night, but this counter-offer from Asano was too enriched with potential and far too important to sleep on. At the close of the lengthy after-dinner conversation, Rikos meal had settled and her head had cleared. She was ready to go see the Chieff. Asano slapped the rump of her horse as Riko took off out of the compound, Hurry back, was all he said.
You know, Ive thought it over. In answer to your question, Asano-sama, said Oishi as he joined his partner watching the dust rise as Riko sped off, I believe a suitable name for this compound would be
Jakuza. In its humble way, it holds tribute to many, but stands tall.
Asano thought about the name for a moment as a smile crossed his face. Interesting he said as he turned towards his friend, very interesting. I think you just may have found the name. When we have a gate erected, please put Jakuza across the top for all to read. I will use this name from now on,
you have done well, Oishi.
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The rising sun brought in the last of the small groups of soldiers. As they had started to arrive, they were told to rest, but as the last group came in, Jakuza was starting to bustle with activity. The support caravan had arrived and set up tents through the darkened hours for everyone. Morning light had the engineers constructing a watchtower on the western perimeter. Cavalry Archers were sent out on patrol, sentries posted, and the appropriate officers, under direction from Oishi, assigned all other standard procedures. It had been a good day, which would end early, per plan. Support had fixed a late lunch for all, who were then to gather in the compound for an announcement.
In the late afternoon, Oishi ordered the troops into formation. There were some two hundred in total, including officers, support, and the engineers. The military units consisted of Calvary Archers, Yari Cavalry, and foot soldiers of the Yari Samurai class. Asano and Oishi, both in full regalia, stood under the shade of the back porch of the house, watching as the formation took place. Then Oishi left to mount his horse and ride through the ranks, inspecting as he went. Encouraging words and bold statements were made by him as he made his way to the forefront of the Company. He turned to face them, Men, we have gathered here today to recognize and celebrate the beginning of a new future! Our destiny stands before us; join me in securing it! Hail Asano! The troops raised their weapons in unison and a roar erupted from them. Oishi turned to face Asano, I give you
JAKUZA!
esert to Rome!
Immo, in storytime, Asano has only been in town about a week. Immo just split. You wrote that Diana waited a week for the message. Asano couldn't come to town, as the silent Riko had him waiting for information at the compound. 
