Kenos and Doza support each other as they walk back to the Takamichi estates. Mr. Tamakichi along with his apprentices and servants, were already hard at work repairing the area.
"Looks like only the man's property got damaged in all of this", said Kenos as the two came up to the entrance.
"Doesn't sound like it's ruined anyone's spirits", replied Doza. The estate was filled with the sounds of everyone singing and chanting while they worked. As they walk into the garden they find the old blacksmith discussing repairs with some of his apprentices.
"I made it back old man," shouted Doza, a tired grin showing through his tattered mask. "That means my gear expenses are free, right?"
Mr. Tamakichi looks to see an exhausted Kenos & Doza holding each other for support "A gambling man should always honor his bets."
(The scene flashes back to a conversation in the forge before the attack on the estate.)
"So if I was to somehow make those poor souls disappear would you consider 80% instead of 50?" said Doza.
"Bwahaha,'' laughed Mr. Tamakichi although I do not condone violence. The Ratari gang abuse their power and should be taught a lesson. If you were to rid us of them, I would clear the whole bill. Helping the town is payment enough.
"If it weren't for the promise to my master I myself would have ended it long ago. But alas I'm honor-bound to not break his code. Even now after all the knowledge and experience, I've garnered over the years I still don't know what to do?", cried the old man. "I repeatedly told them I won't produce weapons for them yet they persist coming back more and more vile each time. No matter what decision I make it'll bring conflict."
Doza walks to the table picking up his dagger and flipping it in the air, "I don't know the type of man your master was, but mine taught me to do all I can to protect those I cherish. No matter the cost. You can consider the job done old man I'll take care of all of em."
(Coming back to the present right where we left off)
Basaul who was somewhere helping repair the estate hears of Kenos & Doza's return. Throwing his material down Basual runs to find Kenos. After he locates him in the garden the two bump fist to "You did it," said Basual.
"Of course, All thanks to you no doubt," responded Kenos.
"Come on old man let's get it'', shouted Doza. "I want the best materials you got. Throw in one of those and some of these. Oh yeah and my dagg-"
Takamichi cuts off Doza as he was going through his armor requirements, "Will go over your equipment another time. For now, we celebrate!!!"
Mr. Tamakichi drops everything and raises his arms yelling for a celebration. All of his servants and apprentices stop what they're doing and chant agreeing with their boss.
Doza who was slightly annoyed reluctantly replies, "We can drink and party all you want but don't forget our deal."
"You're such a stickler for a young one. Relax, the two of us will discuss it tomorrow.", said Mr. Tamakichi. "Until that let's enjoy the banquet."
One of the servants walks up with a tray of drinks. Mr. Tamakichi grabs one for himself and passes one to Doza.
Kenos shakes his head in disapproval, "Sorry about Doza. he's just a cheapass."
"hahaha, that's funny to hear from you considering you're both the same person," said Basaul.
"Oh you thought that was funny" Kenos chuckled chasing Basaul around the estate while all the adults eat and drink to their heart's content.
(Later on that night)
Doza, who had separated himself from the party to smoke spots, Kenos, and Basaul asleep on the porch of the estate surrounded by platters of food the two ate.
"These jitterbugs." Doza rolls his eyes, ashing his joint and carrying both Kenos and Basaul to their rooms.
(one week later)
Kenos and Doza spent a majority of the week resting, beginning training on the last three days. In those three days, Doza managed to teach Kenos the basics of emitting lighting. And although they tried, Kenos couldn't seem to call upon the eclipse eyes on his demand.
The eclipse eyes. A zen ability known to those only of the Umbrage clan. The clan developed the ability to better tread through the harsh environments of their home. The eyes allow them to see further, clearer, and make them less prone to allusions that being natural occurrences and abilities. There have been many members of the Umbrage clan who awakened their eyes and took them to even higher heights.
"Do we have to leave so soon?" Whined Kenos, pouting on the back of he and Doza's wagon. "Well we can't just bum off these guys forever, our equipment is done and we're healed up. We have no other reason to stay here. Or have you already forgotten what we set out to do?"
Doza puts his hand on top of Kenoses' head, turning to Mr. Takamichi's direction.
"Now thank them for their hospitality."
"Thanks, old guy," said Kenos
"You two made the last couple of days quite lively. That is thanks enough," said Mr. Takamichi.
"We of the Takamichi estate and the town of Amasu want to thank you two as well for fighting against the Ratari."
"Don't mention it", said Doza, turning away to hide his smile.
"Besides I only helped to get my equipment for the low."
"Bwahaha, '' laughed Mr. Tamakichi. "I'm sure that's why. Where is that child at this rate he'll miss your departure."
Basaul was in the forge performing chores given to him by his father. "Damnn I won't finish in time. The old man will just have to understand. He knew it was their last day in town and he still gave me all these tasks to complete before I can leave the forge."
Basual throws off his apron and runs out of the shop to the edge of town.
While running Basaul sees the ally he and Kenos met in, slowing down for a minute. " That feels like forever ago already".
Making it to the town's edge moments before Kenos and Doza depart he calls out.
"I made it."
The air is quiet other than the huffing and puffing of Basaul.
Kenos who was pouting on the back of the wagon finally cheers up, cracking a smile.
"So you decided to show your face. Haha, see ya later Basaul. I won't accept less than the work of a legendary blacksmith next time."
Basaul chuckles haha, and I won't make equipment for any half-ass warrior.
"Will be great, said Kenos and Basaul in unison. Basaul tosses Kenos a half mask. "It might be easier aiming with a mask like this" The two raise their fist into the air and Kenos thanks his friend for the parting gift.
Doza shakes the reigns and their horse Noir begins pulling the wagon.
"Before you go take this as my final thanks.'' Mr. Tamakichi tosses Doza a ring.
This is too rare of an item to just give away what angle are you trying to play old man,'' said Doza, eyeing the spatial ring.
"No catch, I think you would make better use of it than I, the old man chuckled. And the little one reminds me of an old colleague that's all.''
Doza gives a soft smile sliding on his new mask," thanks old man''
"Goodbye everyone", yelled Kenos waving them off as he moved down the path.