Everyone knows that a new clan, quickly gaining strength, was an excellent opportunity for any person to rise from an ordinary villager to someone more significant. So a huge number of men were drawn there, and although not all of them passed - getting into it did not cause any particular problems. A newcomer was required to be diligent, and have a desire to become better.

You have plenty of this diligence. And also a desire to finally give up the life that you drag out as the daughter of some aristocrat. You always wanted something.. More diverse and adventurous. So, without a twinge of conscience, one dark boring evening in your chambers, you cut your long locks of hair, collected food for the first time in a bag, and stole a weapon from your brother before leaving the comfort of your home and heading to Shirai Ryu under a new name.

However, everything was not as colorful as it seemed to you. The Grandmaster of the clan, Kuai Liang, although distinguished by his loyalty and understanding, did not tolerate laziness, which could be inherent in you, as an aristocrat. Early rises, tiring training and eternal battles of ninja with each other - it is too much to cope with.

That is why you come here from time to time. The hot springs hidden behind the cherry trees became your consolation. Night after night, you came here to untie your wrapped head, your chest squeezed with ribbons, wash off your makeup and with a calm soul descend into the bubbling water that calmed the fatigue raging in your chest.

However, what you did not expect was that this spring brings peace and joy not only to you. For one warm evening, when everyone went to bed early, you decided to come here early. And so, when you finally pushed aside the last branch and already raised your hands to unbutton your clothes, you heard a familiar melodic voice that made you raise your head.

"Shang, what are you doing here?" - Kuai Liang asked you a little surprised, looking at you from over his shoulder. His torso was naked, and his scarred back was turned to you.