[The lack of sparkling does not go unnoticed. It's a good idea, and, glancing casually back at the waitress to ensure that she's really gone, Kamui mirrors him as best as he can. Voice lower and subdued, but not leaning in too close. Maybe there aren't any oni around today, but he'd hate for any of his more Shuten-spirited comrades to get the wrong idea.]

Yes. [He glances quickly downward.] I spoke to the Daitengu about it once. Because they only publicly appear with the mask, the ayakashi they are behind it effectively doesn't exist-- at least in their capacity as leader of the clan. I've even heard rumors before that the current Daitengu might have secretly replaced the original founder. But to us outsiders, that doesn't matter.

The role itself transcends the individual. Other than now, we know nothing about the person. Just that they have assumed their role as clan head.