Mary, Hannya, Zashiki-warashi, and Onizuka Tokotsume were all gathered here at the moment.
Onizuka was kneeling in front of the low table, with a full set of exquisite matcha utensils before her. With focused attention and graceful, skillful movements, she was performing the final steps of the matcha ceremony, known as "making the tea". Her slender wrist moved the whisk steadily and rhythmically, until a fine, dense, emerald green froth gradually formed in the bowl.
The tea was ready.
Onizuka held up the rustic yet elegant tea bowl with both hands, not drinking it herself but gently pushing it towards Hannya, who was sitting opposite her.
Hannya quietly took the bowl, her eyes lowered, her gaze fixed on the deep green within. She brought the bowl close to her lips, sipping lightly. After a moment, she nodded slightly, not speaking, but her expression showed that she quite appreciated Onizuka's craftsmanship.
The tea bowl was then passed on.
