Judge, Jury, And Executioner [Nol]

K would soon find that posting such a public pamphlet didn't always draw those that wanted to join her guild - and, in fact, that her travels were a bit more notorious than she had first thought.

And, more than anything else, it left a trail.

It let Luminas know that K was in Whitewater.

As the Shutmon reclined on a bench to take a moment to herself, she was already being trailed, by an onlooker from above: an Angemon. The angel held one of the Knight of the Rose's pamphlets, folded over once in his right hand, as he peered down over the Ultimate level wolf, taking cover amidst the rooftops as needed. But as she pulled herself enough away from the city, away from the crowd, and finally settled down? The Angemon would do his job.

Tch... for her to just trot around like this...

Popping up out of nowhere would have presented more problems, than anything else. Instead, the Angemon touched down about a block or two into the city, and walked out onto the beach like anyone else, the only 'out of place' item about him being Luminas' mark, branded over his right shoulder. With a confident-enough stature, he would step onto the sand, and move briskly for the 'holy' Shutmon.

"K, I presume?" His voice was calm, but authoritative - and upon her answer, he'd draw a piece of parchment, holding it out for the wolf - again, Luminas' official seal gracing the binding around the document. "Honestly, I thought you'd be a harder one to find than this."

Of course, K would be able to take, and read, the parchment with no issue. To her comment, the Angemon would give a nod. "Unfortunately, such valiance isn't likely to help your case here."

Indeed: as K would break the seal, she would be greeted with a less-than-cordial letter:

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To the Renamon or Shutmon known as K,

This is a formal decree for your arrest, by the order of Luminas:

For the suspected destruction of confidential material
For not reporting for agreed service

This decree is to take effect immediately. Upon knowledge of this document, you are to either be apprehended or complete service as requested. Failure to abide by this will result in your detainment.

For the honor of the Digital World,
Luna, Crusadermon

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With the later read, the Angemon gave a nod towards the wolf. "Ordinarily, Luminas matters do not extend to that on the surface - but in matters of theft, our decrees remain in full effect. That said, I will say that this order is an... interesting one."

"Oh, you misunderstand. Your service has already been decided."

It was helpful that the Shutmon had been so willing to go along with this, but there was no need for her to follow along. In fact, it was quite evident from her actions - in trying to create the Knights of the Rose - that she was already on the way to executing their intended 'service'. "As I see you now, it seems that you have been somehow freed from the Wisemon's binds. The manner of which this happened is unimportant - if you were still marked, you would already be coming with us, in chains." Making that much clear, the Angemon continued:

"That very Wisemon has been a thorn in our side for quite some time - and as capable as you seem, it seems to be a task you could handle. So: either on your own or through your 'Knights', you must either apprehend the Wisemon or rend him to nothing but scrap data. In either case, upon your success, all of your crimes against Luminas to this point will be forgiven."

All of them? "Whether or not we have knowledge of them - as the Wisemon might have made you perform other tasks. To this, so long as you work for this goal, Luminas will work the other way. Eschew it, however, and you will serve time for your crimes."

Leaving that tone in the air, he gave a nod towards the Shutmon. "No complaints, I presume?"

"The information was not known when you first stepped foot into Luminas - but upon further investigation." The Angemon was quick to clarify their point, his tone not-at-all pleased about the idea of Luminas being found incompetent.

Of course, K spoke of the fact that she'd be seeking the Wisemon anyway - to put him 'out of the way', and that she would have no complaints. But she was also correct: he had more to say. Much more. "Naturally. But its simple enough for you to say that - and once your group is established, maybe your base will be far too impenetrable for us to reasonably carry out any action against you. And yes, Luminas has other objectives - but those are not part of the concern for our contract."

Leaving that in the air for a second, he'd make his next point perfectly clear.

"This is also per my orders from Luminas. As part of the service - and as part of this contract - you will make me a member of your Knights. Further, this conversation and your relation with me will be kept an upmost secret."

His tone was direct and to the point - clear that he was not going to accept any alternative.

"Are we clear?"

K's response earned a bit of a glare from the Angemon - something that was largely hidden beneath the visor, but his stern expression could still be felt from underneath. The way she put it was rather crude - Luminas was worried about an upstart team?

"No, they aren't worried about a team - they're worried about you." The Angemon was quick to correct. "Even if you did not found the team, my job as an observer would be largely the same. Consider this just a convenient way to keep track of you."

Besides that? It didn't take long for K to extend her offer - and, as expected, that hand would remain unshaken for as long as it was outstretched. But, at the very least, she understood her position - and, in her cool response, explained just what the team would be.

To that, the Angemon gave a nod. "Fighting in such a manner is not against our stature in Luminas. Your concerns are appreciated, but unfounded. I will be keeping in touch until the tower is created. Is there any other question you have?"

Was it that strange that the Angemon - nay, Luminas' governing committee - would be worried about K? She seemed to show somewhat of a surprised answer, but the Angemon merely shook his head: "Your base capabilities have been shown throughout much of the past year. Several different forms, the incarnation of at least two Knightly forms? Such powerful Digimon tend to be tracked by Luminas to try and determine their intents... and we haven't been able to clear you all-so-easily."

Perhaps that would shed some light on her situation? He merely maintained his stern stature as K declared her ideals justified. Thankfully, she didn't appear to stir the hornet's nest too much, and the rest of the talk simply moved on the administrative side. A small piece of paper was offered with his Tamernet account information, simply giving a nod for that request.

As for the questions? The Angemon raised his head a bit at that request. "Oh? Certainly, our records for the Swamp War are greatly detailed. And we are aware of Wisemon's involvement in that much, but we have thoroughly pored through those records several times. That you are an ancient Digimon is of no surprise, all things considering."

As to his name? "Oathgard. The Seraphimon." The tone was said with confidence, even giving a half-bow to his declaration. "And as far as anyone is concerned, it will be a pleasure to serve you as the Blinding Knight."

There was a third? The Angemon seemed a bit taken back by the admission - but overall, it made sense enough. "Hm. Well, our eyes aren't perfect in that regard..."

Of course she'd understand that much, that came without any surprise. With the Tamernet details shared, a small vibration felt at his waist confirming the message, he'd give a small nod. "If it would help, we would be willing to show you a copy of such records - though, understand the circumstances here, that your access might be somewhat limited. You haven't exactly proven the kindest with our records before." That last part seemed laced just a bit with venom...

... Though at the thought that K was only a thousand years old earned a small chuckle from the angel. "If you'd say so."

It didn't come as a surprise that his title was not well-known: "Its generally not the concern of the surface to know of our titles. Whitewater and Terminus, in particular, tend to not recognize our own stature. But, yes - so long as you remain on-task with both this job and the Knight of the Rose's mission, I will be able to provide assistance to your cause."

As for that last part? "Its not that it overwrites it, but the mission to apprehend the Wisemon is of upmost importance. You can consider the tasks one and the same. Now," he tensed his wings, "I will be off - though you might still feel my presence around, at times, I'll properly see you in two weeks, at Vander Tower."