Ryo slowed the scooter to a stop in front of a small clothing shop nestled between two larger, dilapidated buildings. The sun was beginning its slow descent, casting long shadows across the street. Zombies roamed aimlessly nearby, their dull eyes occasionally glancing toward Ryo and Sachiko, but none dared approach. Ryo's commanding aura kept them at bay, as if they instinctively knew he was not to be trifled with.
"We'll check in here," Ryo said, dismounting the scooter. His voice was calm, but there was a sharp edge to it that made Sachiko nod in silence. She still felt uneasy around the zombies, especially with so many of them nearby, but she knew she was safe as long as she stayed close to Ryo.
He scanned the area briefly, making sure there was no immediate danger before stepping toward the shop. The glass windows were cracked but not shattered, and the door hung slightly ajar, creaking on its hinges as Ryo pushed it open.
