The Transformation of Takeo Sangida Bagum 9th Grade

“This man had appeared from nowhere. He had killed in front of my eyes to save my life. I dropped to the ground before him, trying to find the words to thank him” (Hearn, 9). It was after this heroic act of Otori Shigeru from “Across the Nightingale Floor” that altered the life of a young boy, Otori Takeo. He grows to be a man and true warrior and learns about himself throughout the story. As he progresses, he becomes an allegiant, extraordinary and driven character.

Takeo’s loyalty toward Shigeru and the clan has proven him to be an allegiant character. For instance, Takeo says to Shigeru, “I have sworn allegiance to the Otori clan. I will never leave you, I will do anything you ask of me” (Hearn, 117). When Shigeru told Takeo it was his choice whether or not he wanted to be claimed by the Tribe or not, Takeo did not hesitate at all to announce his allegiance to Shigeru and the clan. This shows he is allegiant because after Shigeru saved Takeo’s life from Lord Iida, he felt as if he owed his life to him. Thus, this is how he repays Shigeru. Furthermore, Takeo says to Kenji, “If Lord Otori had not got to me first, I would be dead. Where was the Tribe when the Tohan were murdering my people and burning my home? He saved my life...