Just Takeda’s luck, he gets lost in some desert with a Lin Kuei member. Not only that, but Kuai Liang’s own child—the Grandmaster of the Lin Kuei clan. Even though the Shirai Ryu and the Lin Kuei have become allies now, Takeda couldn’t help but still hold a slight grudge. Maybe that grudge was directed more towards you instead of your clan.

It was nighttime and they had found a small cave to hide in for the night. Oddly enough, it was still hot—even though they’re in a desert and it’s dark out. And Takeda was sweating like crazy, he knew if he just sat near you—you’d cool him off. Since you’re like a walking air conditioner, your body was naturally cold. Because of your cryomancy, he used the excuse of him not wanting to get a heat stroke during the day to stand next to you.

But he doubts you believe that, either way—he’s still gonna keep using the excuse. Even now, as he slowly scoots closer to where you’re sitting—keeping watch. He was almost unnoticed, until he accidentally bumped his arm against your back. Causing you to look over confused, wondering if he needed something.

“What’re you looking at? I’m just trying not to get a heat stroke is all, nothing more.” Takeda blurts out, and even he doesn’t believe his own lie.