"He does not conduct himself in the manner befitting his station," Ran agreed dryly, though she was unable to keep the eagerness out of her words. "You've seen him? Where is he now?"

Ran blinked at the date Ran gave her, the numbers meaning very little. "It is Lord Matsumoto who rules the people. The Emperor concerns himself with the countries spiritual needs," she explained. "I do not know a Prime Minister."