[Matoba could make some guesses. But what point is there in him showing his own thoughts, when the Department could simply submit Toraguma to interviewing as well?]
[Good luck to those brave souls of the Enma, if they even think of trying that brute's patience right now. The Enma himself would likely have to force it.]
I would like to hear it, as well. And I would like to see the expression on the face of those oni, were that blade to show up. Wouldn't it be fascinating? [He leans in towards Norimune, voice lowered in a tone so soft it was almost sultry, if not for the fact that it was so dangerous. Like a dagger was hidden within it.] Brought to bear with the faces of their victims. Could you imagine- which clan would claim them, I wonder?
[After a long, sly look towards Norimune, Matoba sinks back against his side of the couch, and sips his water. His voice has returned to its normal, neutral tone.] ...The haniwa that were being injected into the city by Haniyasu a few months ago were newly formed. They were not crafted in ancient times, [He comments, glancing into his glass.] This I confirmed from their aura, and the techniques used. They bore maker's marks similar to those on exorcist tools made in the last few centuries, which is something I happen to know a bit about.
Therefore, suggesting a connection by that alone is inconclusive. But if we are to think of any ayakashi ancient enough to associate themselves with symbols of that era, then it can only be those who were present for the creation of land and life. Don't you agree?
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[Good luck to those brave souls of the Enma, if they even think of trying that brute's patience right now. The Enma himself would likely have to force it.]
I would like to hear it, as well. And I would like to see the expression on the face of those oni, were that blade to show up. Wouldn't it be fascinating? [He leans in towards Norimune, voice lowered in a tone so soft it was almost sultry, if not for the fact that it was so dangerous. Like a dagger was hidden within it.] Brought to bear with the faces of their victims. Could you imagine- which clan would claim them, I wonder?
[After a long, sly look towards Norimune, Matoba sinks back against his side of the couch, and sips his water. His voice has returned to its normal, neutral tone.] ...The haniwa that were being injected into the city by Haniyasu a few months ago were newly formed. They were not crafted in ancient times, [He comments, glancing into his glass.] This I confirmed from their aura, and the techniques used. They bore maker's marks similar to those on exorcist tools made in the last few centuries, which is something I happen to know a bit about.
Therefore, suggesting a connection by that alone is inconclusive. But if we are to think of any ayakashi ancient enough to associate themselves with symbols of that era, then it can only be those who were present for the creation of land and life. Don't you agree?