🎀 Wisteria 🎀

Today, a border guard captain—as he introduced himself, Eil Dundun—was in charge of inspecting travelers and entering their information into the imperial database. It was clear that he was in high spirits today.

“Alright, let’s see what we have here,” the captain said briefly after greeting Iv, and began personally examining what the traveler had brought with him. “A bow, some knives… are you a hunter or something? I hope you're not a bandit.” Without waiting for an answer, he continued to inspect the items until he came across "Himoaho's Ethics." “Oh, an interesting book. Are you interested in philosophy?” And, “Take off your cloak, if you please.” Eil took out a notebook and drawing tools from his own bag and began sketching Iv while making notes about his physique and other physical characteristics. He instructed his subordinate to record the answers Iv would give to his questions. “So, philosopher, what is your purpose in coming to the empire, and how long will you be staying? Did you come alone, or with someone from the crowd in the waiting room? Do you have any acquaintances in this country, and where do you plan to stay? Do you have money for your time in the country?”