A light breeze passed over the early morning beaches that belonged to the Seaside Paradise. Kasen seemed to find herself here more than she used to. She had her own beach and it was secluded enough to be enjoyable, but sometimes she liked the senseless chatter of tourists and residents alike that were stopping by the beach to enjoy a day in the sun. Kasen also was starting to have an appreciation for the tropical fauna that grew here, unlike most of the places in Suna which were devoid of vegetation. She also like that there was a small cafe not too far from the beach that belonged to one of the popular hotel chains. She was able to get all kinds of fruit flavored ice drinks. It was incredibly innovative, she had to give them that. Lately she found her favorite was a blue hombre colored ice drink that tasted like blue raspberries with just a splash of cherry on top. It had comically been named "Shark Attack". She couldn't help but laugh at it the irony but it really did have a nice flavor.
Today though, she found herself sitting outside the little cafe, a glass of ice water in front of her. She was staring longingly at the ocean. The sun cast off of the waters surface like tiny mirrors, sparkling and glistening in a way that was visible even from here. She was waiting for Kaen to arrive, likely angry or hurt. She felt like this was a cycle that kept repeating. Truthfully, she was a little frustrated herself. Despite their closeness, she felt that Kaen was still being a helicopter parent, in a way. She had gone out into the world and made connections, fallen in love, got promoted, gained control over her abilities, and accomplished so much over the last several years. Yet, as much as she loved her brother, she felt he didn't find her capable of protecting herself or making decisions that could reflect positively on her life. It made their relationship feel a bit strained.
Then there was the issue of not having discussed Kaen's true lineage with him. She didn't know exactly what that was per say, but she did know that whatever it was was something different from her and pertained to Father's experiments. Kasen also needed to ask for her brother to give her away at the upcoming wedding. She didn't know if he had caught on to her relationship with Riyota, nor if he had gotten word of her engagement, seeing as she had been wearing her ring around more publicly since being given it. Overall, it just was an accumulation of information that both parties didn't seem to discuss freely. She thought back to the letter, and hoped it conveyed what this meeting entailed. Knowing Kaen's temper was quick to flare, she wanted to give him time to process what she wrote before he came. Now, whether he did that or not, she couldn't predict.
Thinking back on it, she just hoped she had articulated her intent clearly. Either way, Kasen sighed, leaning back in her chair. Her fingers rapped lightly against the metal of the table she was sitting at. Her ice water was already starting to melt, the small cubes in it already turning to tiny squares that rounded at the edges. She had ordered it out of habit but wasn't thirsty. Her nerves and her own mild irritation was weighing on her. Now it was just a waiting game.
Today though, she found herself sitting outside the little cafe, a glass of ice water in front of her. She was staring longingly at the ocean. The sun cast off of the waters surface like tiny mirrors, sparkling and glistening in a way that was visible even from here. She was waiting for Kaen to arrive, likely angry or hurt. She felt like this was a cycle that kept repeating. Truthfully, she was a little frustrated herself. Despite their closeness, she felt that Kaen was still being a helicopter parent, in a way. She had gone out into the world and made connections, fallen in love, got promoted, gained control over her abilities, and accomplished so much over the last several years. Yet, as much as she loved her brother, she felt he didn't find her capable of protecting herself or making decisions that could reflect positively on her life. It made their relationship feel a bit strained.
Then there was the issue of not having discussed Kaen's true lineage with him. She didn't know exactly what that was per say, but she did know that whatever it was was something different from her and pertained to Father's experiments. Kasen also needed to ask for her brother to give her away at the upcoming wedding. She didn't know if he had caught on to her relationship with Riyota, nor if he had gotten word of her engagement, seeing as she had been wearing her ring around more publicly since being given it. Overall, it just was an accumulation of information that both parties didn't seem to discuss freely. She thought back to the letter, and hoped it conveyed what this meeting entailed. Knowing Kaen's temper was quick to flare, she wanted to give him time to process what she wrote before he came. Now, whether he did that or not, she couldn't predict.
Letter said:
Thinking back on it, she just hoped she had articulated her intent clearly. Either way, Kasen sighed, leaning back in her chair. Her fingers rapped lightly against the metal of the table she was sitting at. Her ice water was already starting to melt, the small cubes in it already turning to tiny squares that rounded at the edges. She had ordered it out of habit but wasn't thirsty. Her nerves and her own mild irritation was weighing on her. Now it was just a waiting game.
But none of this mattered to him, right now anyways. Un-crinkling the letter Kasen had sent him he would read it over for what felt like the thousandth time. And yet it mattered not how many times he read it, it stung and confused him moreover each time his eyes met every word. The mention of Father caused anger to surge and bubble just under the surface, but he was exhausted to the point of passing out that it quickly subsided. The only thing keeping him going was anxiety. For the first time in years he felt like he did back when they were children trapped in those god forsaken cages. That feeling of complete hopelessness, a complete lack of control. Compacted on top of news that he and Kasen weren't completely blood related and they merely shared a father? Mass confusion swirled inside his mind that made it incredibly difficult to think at all, continuing to read was almost painful at this point. Just trying to get his eyes to focus and concentrate sent pain coursing threw his head.
The salty air was wet with apprehension, and well moisture from the nearby ocean. In truth Kaen really didn't want to have this day come, but he couldn't just ignore Kasen forever. Avoiding confrontation was never something he willingly did, but with Kasen it was different somehow. He had been giving this day a lot of thought, what he would say, what he would do. He felt he had a decent grasp on himself and the emotions that had run their course days earlier. He had since put some food in his body, coupled with a shower and some actual rest he was starting to feel a little better. Emphasis on the little. 
Without delay Kaen's sister quickly started a long strand of handseals, the fight was on! The Flame Court Hybrid would follow suit as he called forth the blazing chakra within the deep recesses of his body. In a brilliant, near scorching display of force his body would be enveloped in a thick layer of flames which then exploded outwards in a small radius around him. His stance had changed, displaying his intent and disposition, this fight was meant to be taken seriously. "
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A dull look was painted across his face, a certain disapproving demeanor rising up from within. Motionless he remained, water dripping from his long locks of crimson hair after one of Kasen's aquatic creatures had sullied his clothing and left him drenched from its last attack. A devious, yet mildly amused smile broke through the previously agitated expression. Already his clothing and hair were beginning to dry as Kaen's energy rose. The alternatively cold water that had met Kaen's unnaturally hot body had caused a light fog-like mist to envelope their portion of sandy turf. "
Now some may say this is cheating, an unfair advantage, but others may call it evolution or perhaps just being clever. But once upon a time this red headed sunan had a certain acquaintance that helped him unlock untapped potential within his genetic structure. While it may have had some help from various enzymes and other scientific jargon, Kaen's abilities increased none the less. Utilizing one of his many talents acquired over the years Kaen's body seemed to become blurred to a degree, not unlike a mirage. Side stepping another aquatic assault from Kasen's dolphin companions he sped towards his sister with his over-sized blade. Proceeding after his multi-faceted attack Kaen let loose a kinetic blast of chakra from his open palm to no avail. His trajectory was barely off as the blast kicked up a large cloud of sand while leaving a sizable crater in its wake. Through the sandy haze he could just make out Kasen's form sitting on the sand. Was she mocking him? Why of all times would she be sitting? His calculating mind ran through a number of scenarios but fell short of the truth. To him it only seemed like a ploy to drop his guard. "