After a few more minutes observation it became clear the majority of the group were bandits of some kind. Kiyoshi backed down from the dune, trying to use the scarce cover he moved himself closer to the group. It became clear a young girl and man were being held hostage. A thought entered his mind, his old teacher Your a retainer, a protector. You have the ability to help others not just our lord. But that decision is yours.
He retrived his tanto, his hand flat along the hilt, he broke from his cover and in one sweep of his arm let the blade fly. |