Chapter 123 - The Day Emperor Akishino Died- Part 41: Treading on slippery grounds

When the park watchman, a sturdy fellow, appeared through the main gate with a lantern to inspect the surroundings, they new they had to hurry before the gleam of light approached any closer. Hence, Ishirō and Emika opened up their strides, leaving inconspicuously via the side archway alongside the mulberry trees and slid back into the banqueting hall unnoticed via the entrance used by the servants. Ishirō felt a pang of angst as he led his sister by the hand, praying that nobody had witnessed this scene. Otherwise, rumours would spread and the reputation of his family would be stained.