Miyuko

Miyuko was a feamle peasant who became the first and greatest of Naka Kaeteru's apprentices. She was elevated to samurai status.

Joining Kaeteru
Miyuko became Kaeteru's student when the monk was meditating in solitude in his grove. More students arrived, who joined their discussion of philosophy.

Ronin
After Kaeteru's death, Miyuko was granted ronin status by the Phoenix Clan, which had been impressed by her profound and thoughtful ideas.