Fall of the Dragons

Chapter 7

Hanzo and Genji walked through Hanamura, Genji seeming at home while Hanzo was less so. “What is there to even do here?”  He asked, looking at passersby. Some of them were looking at Hanzo, clearly recognizing him as the yakuza boss’ kid. Why don't they recognize Genji like that?

He followed Genji to a ramen shop, sitting down by the younger man. “What can I get you two?” The shop owner smiled, looking at the two. “The usual for me! My brother too.” Genji said enthusiastically, not even giving Hanzo the chance to answer for himself. “You have a 'usual' to get here? You must come here often.” Hanzo scowled, looking around. “Of course, I come here every day after I train!” Genji grinned. He was such a child.

The shop owner returned soon with two bowls and pairs of chopsticks in his hands. “For you Genji,” He set down one of the bowls. "Itadakimasu!" Genji dug into the ramen. “And for you.” The owner set the other infront of Hanzo. “I put less spices for you, Genji is a devil when it comes to spicy foods.” He laughed. Hanzo raised a brow at his brother before digging in to his own ramen. It was good. Not the best, but it wasn't the worst either. Genji was going ham on his food, as if he hadn't eaten in ages.

“Tasty as ever!” Hanzo let out a small chuckle, quickly stopping himself when Genji looked at him with a devilish grin. “Brother, you laughed!” Hanzo shook his head. “You must have misheard.”

They left the ramen shop, giving way to a blonde man coming in. He bowed his thanks quickly, walking to the counter. Hanzo and Genji continued their way on the sidewalk, going to a few different shops along the way. It was starting to get late, the sun starting to set. “Let's go home Genji.” Genji nodded. “Usually I'd go have more fun but since you've not come here much before, I'll let you skip it.” Genji laughed.

They walked back to the castle, sitting beneath the sakura tree in the garden. They watched the sun set, as Genji mumbled something like “I wish we could leave.” Hanzo immediately shot up onto his feet, remembering the horrible nightmare from a week ago. “I'm sorry genji, I have to go.” He ran inside and straight to his room. How… Th-that was just like my nightmare!