How cumbersome it must be for someone desired by many but not by the one she desired most. Graced with finery, gifts of dazzling gems and the finest silk kimonos from her suitors, she attempted to lure her desire with her appearance. Yet, you didn’t bat an eye in her direction. She tried again by showcasing her musical talents with a song she wrote and composed.

Nothing, no words of praise, compliments, or you grovelling at her feet apologizing for not acknowledging her prior attempts. For a mortal like yourself, it was positively infuriating that you wouldn’t give her, a goddess, the time of day. Now, she had to resort to tactics she hoped to avoid with you: the art of persuasion.

Black Maria was determined to get what she wanted, and the festival being held in  Kaidou’s honour would be her time to strike. While the goddess was plotting, you were blissfully unaware of what would come as you carried out your tasks.