What a day it had been; a drink was going to be necessary if Rei hoped to get through the rest of the office clerk encounters that stood between her and a good night's rest. She likely wouldn't have many of those for the next several days, and she intended to take advantage of the golden opportunity of a real bed. On the plus side, it looked like she and her company had arrived in the Susukino District at the right time: it was late enough that they'd be able to find a decent bar open, but early enough that the plaza wouldn't yet be overly crowded with shinobi looking to live a little before their morning shift or to forget what had happened during their last.
Passing the memorial statue of the Dawnbringer, Rei huffed a quiet laugh through her nose. "You know, I used to think that sounded pretty ideal: getting swept up to the heavens and all." Pausing for a moment to consider the worn stone face with empty eyes, she'd shake her head before continuing on to their destination. "Recently been thinking though, that it has to be really hard on the ones left behind."
Though she had been the one to suggest a drink, truth was Rei knew fairly little about what places offered the best selections. Most of what she drank came out of a flask, and anything tasted good when you were huddled around a fire in the frigid mountain climate offered in the broader Lightning Country. Unless Kaji had a suggestion or preference, the Nanjirou would lead them toward a small structure that she had frequented during her infrequent home assignments. It wasn't much to look at compared to some of the fancier eateries they'd passed on the way, but the place was quiet, clean enough and affordable enough for her to cover a guest on her budget. She had done the inviting, after all.
The pair was greeted by a rather large, bald and gruff-looking bartender with a surprisingly warm smile. Taking a seat at the bar, Rei quickly ordered her go-to. "Rum and coke for me, and whatever my friend is having. Thanks." Pulling a coin from a zippered pouch on her side and setting it on the counter, she turned to Kaji as they waited. "I'm Rei, by the way. Don't think I said before. Thank you again for your assistance back there; it really would have been quite the headache if I had ended up stuck here any longer than I needed to be, especially over some office clerk's whim."
Drinks arriving, the woman raised her glass to cheers the Captain. "A belated congratulations, on your retirement. I understand it's been awhile, so I can't help but wonder what takes you south - if you don't mind my asking?" Raising the amber liquid to her lips, curious eyes studied the older man. She liked his vibe, so even if her youthful musings went unanswered today she could at least be satisfied with just simple conversation over a drink.
Private Thread: Requesting Kaji; Siu welcome.
Continued from the passport office.
Passing the memorial statue of the Dawnbringer, Rei huffed a quiet laugh through her nose. "You know, I used to think that sounded pretty ideal: getting swept up to the heavens and all." Pausing for a moment to consider the worn stone face with empty eyes, she'd shake her head before continuing on to their destination. "Recently been thinking though, that it has to be really hard on the ones left behind."
Though she had been the one to suggest a drink, truth was Rei knew fairly little about what places offered the best selections. Most of what she drank came out of a flask, and anything tasted good when you were huddled around a fire in the frigid mountain climate offered in the broader Lightning Country. Unless Kaji had a suggestion or preference, the Nanjirou would lead them toward a small structure that she had frequented during her infrequent home assignments. It wasn't much to look at compared to some of the fancier eateries they'd passed on the way, but the place was quiet, clean enough and affordable enough for her to cover a guest on her budget. She had done the inviting, after all.
The pair was greeted by a rather large, bald and gruff-looking bartender with a surprisingly warm smile. Taking a seat at the bar, Rei quickly ordered her go-to. "Rum and coke for me, and whatever my friend is having. Thanks." Pulling a coin from a zippered pouch on her side and setting it on the counter, she turned to Kaji as they waited. "I'm Rei, by the way. Don't think I said before. Thank you again for your assistance back there; it really would have been quite the headache if I had ended up stuck here any longer than I needed to be, especially over some office clerk's whim."
Drinks arriving, the woman raised her glass to cheers the Captain. "A belated congratulations, on your retirement. I understand it's been awhile, so I can't help but wonder what takes you south - if you don't mind my asking?" Raising the amber liquid to her lips, curious eyes studied the older man. She liked his vibe, so even if her youthful musings went unanswered today she could at least be satisfied with just simple conversation over a drink.
Private Thread: Requesting Kaji; Siu welcome.
Continued from the passport office.