Now at the age of 16, Tomoe earned the title of the young lord's right hand man.
"Thank you Master Yoshitsune for teaching me everything you know. And, for making me stronger to achieve my goals." Tomoe says.
"Little Tomoe it has always been my pleasure to teach you since you remind me so much of my younger self. As you know I was an orphan too, and now that I just adopted my lovely daughter I can't thank you enough for convincing the young lord for this favor."
-Time Skip-
"The enemy line has over 100,000 soldiers on the battlefield. Takeno, gather 100,000 men and lead them to the battlefield. Head over when the sun rises tomorrow."
"Yes young lord!"
"Tomoe, you are now a young man, my best warrior, and most trusted right hand man. Your plan for tomorrow's fight is brilliant; you have my utmost gratitude." Tomoe bows in thanks to the young lord's praise.
"Tomorrow, we fight! For the better of this country we will win!" The soldiers shout in excitement for the day to come.
After two and a half months passed, countless casualties on both sides, both aiming to win this battle. An important step in achieving the higher ground in this whole war between the two clans. Finally this major battle ended, the Minamoto clan had won their first major victory! All the soldiers were in celebration as they had returned home, but also respectably honoring the men who had died on the battlefield.
Clink clink! "I, the young lord of this estate, give a toast to the victory of our achievements and in honor of our comrades who fearlessly gave their lives in battle! Let us drink!" Everyone drinks.
Then the musicians started playing festive music for all in the estate. After the festivities, Lord Hachiman makes a final toast of the night to Tomoe. "Tomoe, my right hand man, and trusted warrior. With your strategy plan we have turned the tides of this war into our favor!" Everyone cheers. Lord Hachiman lowers his hand which made the whole room go silent, "Now with my utmost pleasure, I wish to present you with any gift of your desire!"
Tomoe turns to face Lord Hachiman and kneels in front, "My Lord it is my pleasure to see you in glory, it is only natural that the outcome has led us to this conclusion. But I ask only of this singular request." Lord Hachiman nods before Tomoe proceeds. "I wish to take an extended vacation for my self enlightenment. Since you know of my upcoming, I have prepared everything in advance before I leave." Lord Hachiman then agrees.
After winning the battle, the Minamoto clans army returned home to find out young lord's father had passed away from illness. That day the young lord received the title as Lord. In the main hall of the Lord's manor. The door opens, "My Lord, we have captured the Taira clan's only godchild that has favor with their Empress."
"Good. Bring her in!" The girl walks in full of elegance, but is fumed with rage. "Goddaughter of the Taira clan, what is your name?" Tomoe steps in front of the lord, "Spat!"
"How dare you attempt to defile our Lord!" the soldiers say. "Calm yourselves! It is quite alright, Tomoe thank you for shielding me, now, let's continue on. Tomoe, I entrust you to watch over this girl. Make sure no harm is done to her while she is here." "Yes my Lord!" Tomoe signals the guards to leave, "I shall take my leave now." Tomoe bows and exits the room.