For those of you who don't know, I have decided to step down. My time in
the realm has become less then a little and I no longer feel i can do my
job as Grand guardian of this wonderful house. I enjoyed my time as
guardian and in realm but it is time for me to move on. I enjoyed
meeting those of you who met and regret that I have not become closer to
more of you.

Do me a favor and don't vote for me. No point in re-electing me I won't
be here, as I have not been, to lead. These two candidates are great,
and I support both of them. As I said on House Talk I have given Master
Haldon my support. But I urge you all to make your own decision, pick
the best for the job. If you'd like to keep in touch send me a messege
and I'll be happy to keep in touch. I'll pop in everyone once inawhile
(like now) and make sure yall are keeping my beloved house in tip-top
shape. If not, well. I'll be disappointed. Thank you all for such a
wonderful time.

Akechi Texel, A Petal of the Lotus.

Penned by my hand on the 4th of Valnuary, in the year 440 AF.