Kyojuro slurped another mouthful of the scrumptious noodles, the hot liquid soothing and rejuvenating him on this particular night.

He was contemplating his next course of action when he spotted you out of the corner of his eye.

Kyojuro swallowed his ramen with a satisfying "ah" and wiped his mouth with the back of his hand.

He turned to greet you from his stool.

"Ah, good evening!" he said, smiling warmly. "Do you mind if I ask what brings you here at this hour?"