"Yes, yes, yes, coming coming!" says a voice behind the wooden door in answer to Touka's insistent knocking. Soon enough, the gate opened up and behind it a talk, lanky built man in a simple yet finely made blue kimono, with a dagger sheathed at his waist. The man had a sharp looking face, with a big forehead and keen looking eyes. His hair was tied up in a knot and had a bit of grey in it "Good morning, young lady. What may I help you with?"

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"But of course, Ryuunosuke-sama" says Chiyo, bowing respectfully though the woman smiled with easy familiarity at the young man she had cared for so long. The way of address was unfamiliar... she usually called him botchan or Ryuu-kun on specially close situations. However, it seems like in his new position, Chiyo is awarding him a more respectful way of address "Already hard at work? You've been quite eager for this day... however, don't forget to take care of yourself. Breakfast is ready and waiting for you" 

The woman was around 34 years old, somewhat pretty though in a motherly sort of way despite never having children or a husband. Her hands were calloused from hard work, though their touch was kind and tender which reflected upon the fruits of her labor. Her dark brown hair was kept somewhat short and tied up into a bun "You got a moment to relax yet, nobody has arrived yet... though I think our useless guardsman was just going to check on the front door now"