Certainly the ability to speak with the kami is not regarded as the honor it was some decades ago, but still it was part of the Seppun family traditions.Lady Seppun herself was such an honorable woman, deeply tied to Rokugan's religion and spiritual world. While Hinami accepted that the mandate of the Son of Heavens is absolute, she still thinks that the talent of speaking with the kami as a very powerful and honorable gift.

Otherwise that would mean denying and rejecting her own sister, which she will never do.

'' Hmm, maybe you are right.'' She was still blushing. '' But Asahina-sama is too busy today, his duties are too important. I doubt he would have time to spend as a husband. If I were his wife I would not have him chose between spend time with me or with Hantei-denka. I would hate to be in the middle...'' She whispered.

Such a pure friendship.