To: The Master of This House Re: A Simple Request

To the master of this house, I hope this letter finds you in best health. I encourage you to reply to this letter as soon as you can, because I am sitting outside your city in wait. It is likely that you have never heard of me, though I hope that soon will change. I go by the name of Suzuki Akiko, and I'm the youngest daughter of a high family of Japan, my father being a Daimyo. Cast out long ago, I have been working for my own education for the last many years. I have consistently studied both politics and human relations, and believe I may be able to aide you. See, your leadership is known far and wide, your conquests both impressive and inspiring. I find myself in awe of you every time your presence graces my mind. Thus forth, I wish to make a proposal to you: in exchange for my expertise and companionship, I wish to accompany you as a wife, or otherwise a concubine. Please consider this offer with great care. I will be anxiously waiting your reply. With sincerest regards, 鈴木明子