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Prepare for Trouble?

Who: Shampoo and Kodachi
What: Two rivals set aside their differences for a greater good. Possibly. Hopefully. Maybe.
Where: Somewhere in Orlea
When: March 7th

[Kodachi has been spending the last number of days trying to discover her new 'calling'; her trip has taken her briefly out of Highcrest and into the much more familiar-feeling district of Orlea.

It's existence brought only more questions to the gymnast rather than less. Why did she end up in Highcrest rather than here, she wondered. Was it some sort of sign? What could it all mean for her?

This brings us to now where an almost meditative Kodachi Kuno, clad in a black and flower-print kimono, sits in a tree of one of the various schoolyards where classes are over for the day. As one who lives for drama, she plays a shamisen as a gentle breeze blows.]

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[It would be such a shame if that peaceful setting is disturbed, right? Unfortunately, that's exactly what that speeding bicycle is threatening to do. But Kodachi should be able to move out of the way before it lands on her, right? Assuming she can, Shampoo will regard the other girl somewhat disdainfully.]

Hmmn?

[Kodachi stops playing her instrument and stares straight ahead, then leans backward, managing to avoid getting smashed by a bicycle. The tire crashes between her legs, and the impact causes the branch to break, sending her plumetting!

However she deftly keeps her balance, managing to land on her feet as the branch smashes violently between the pair and kicks up a cloud of dust in the process.]

Goodness, is it too much to ask for a 'hello', dear? Or is that the normal way of that barbaric culture of yours?

Say "ni hao" in Chinese.

[Of course, she didn't get the point... But it's not like trying to explain it to her would do any good.]

You see Ranma? Shampoo heard Ranma someplace, but not find him yet!

.... Eh-heh.

[Kodachi glances briefly to the side. That's the problem with foreigners these days! For the moment, she decides to play dumb.]

Ranma-darling? I may have heard a thing or two, but why do you ask? Is he your brother?

[Two could play the dumb game! In fact, it's a game Shampoo practices regularly.]

Yes!

[She clasps her hands to one side of her face, her eyes glistening as she stares off into the distance sadly.]

Shampoo's whole family gone, so need to find brother! Must keep family together!

Erk.

[Well played, Shampoo. WELL. PLAYED. For a moment Kodachi finds herself at a loss and breaks her composure.]

Th- that isn't possible! .. S- Surely you jest, do you not?? You are really related?

[A bead of sweat falls down the side of her face. She doesn't really know Shampoo well, after all. It's normal to love a sibling- it's a possibility she completely overlooked!]

[She nods, sniffling pathetically.]

Shampoo and Ranma so close growing up, but Ranma go to training, leave Shampoo behind. Shampoo only want to say to mama's dying words to Ranma!

[Kodachi stares quietly at Shampoo for a moment. She wasn't moved by the tears, but rather has came to realize she could use this girl.]

That is truly a tragic and woeful tale.. Having a brother of my own, I can sympathize with your situation somewhat. If only the relationship between my brother and I were as touching.

Very well, Miss Shampoo, I feel that I should assist you. Or rather, we should assist one another. I must warn, however, that the clue I have obtained is not concrete- yet it is all I have.

[The tears sure turned to hopeful excitement pretty quickly!]

You so kind to help put family back together! Ranma be pleased for sure too.

[She can't resist a bit of flattery.]

It is simply the honorable thing to do, there is no need to thank me. I will share what I know:

This world is divided into many large districts. It would be impossible to cover it all, so I had approached a fortune teller. It is predicted that he will arrive in seven days.

I have spoken briefly with Akane and have confirmed that he is not here yet, so this gives us some time to prepare. Do you follow?

[She gives a cheerful smile and nods along happily.]

Means kill Akane!

[Kodachi can't help but admire such.. Bluntness. She giggles behind her hand.]

You certainly don't mince words, do you? While you are mostly correct, there is also truth that we will need temporary quarters of our own to reside. For the time being we cannot return home, after all.

And, because we are in a new land, there is the possibility he could end up attracting more.. 'Unwanted attention'.

While we are both exceptional combatants in our own right, does that not also mean together we could stop those problems with greater efficiency?

Team up?

[Shampoo taps her chin thoughtfully for just a moment. It's the perfect plan, really. Use Kodachi to eliminate all the rest, then it's just down to one rival!]

Okay! Shampoo agree, best plan! We put family together! But where to find quarters? Shampoo get bike for free, maybe house free too?

Marvelous~.

[The next question is a good one, though.]

That's a good question. I suppose it isn't impossible housing could be free, but I really would prefer something larger. Not to mention..

Did you get the bike from here? Is this where you were assigned to reside?

Mmhm. Shampoo sent to this town. Only one bike shop, they insist Shampoo take bike! Shampoo not go to other towns yet. Other towns look bad.

But... If bike for free, house for free too! Makes sense!

[At least... to her it does.]

We find house, and take it! Or maybe building with house on top. Make new cafe.

[Kodachi seems thoughtful as she listens.]

I see.. I was placed in Highcrest myself; though I believe I'm starting to understand why.

I'm not so certain about your reasoning but.. I do like a girl who takes what she wants; it reminds me of myself. Let's see what we what we can do, shall we? We'll start with the commercial district.

[She titters behind her hand, then walks over to sit upon the rear-rack.]

Any questions?

....

[At first, she bristled slightly at the idea of Kodachi riding on her bike... But as soon as she looks back at Kodachi, it's all smiles.]

No question!

[Shampoo can put up with the nice act for a while. In the end, it will further her plans, right??

But, Kodachi should probably hold on, because it's a pretty intense ride to the commercial district. Shampoo speeds off, the bike flying into the air at each bump in the road. It always lands upright, but it would be pretty easy to be sent flying off the bike.]

[Kodachi is all smiles back, of course. Now while she's no stranger to prancing about on dangerous terrain, she is unused to bumpy rides. She actually yelps and shrieks, and by the time the duo come near their destination, -

Conveniently in front of a shop that has a 'Going Out of Business' sign in front

- Kodachi looks frazzled and extremely annoyed.]

Where did you learn to drive; that was ABYSMAL!!! How do you stay in business with that kind of wreckless, poor excuse of a cycling technique?!

Yeah, use reckless technique in business! Get delivery fast.

[When she notices the building with the sign, she simply hops off the bike, leaving Kodachi to fall or quickly dismount.]

Look!

[Terrible. Kodachi knows where she isn't ordering. That said, she's utterly perplexed by such an energetic and.. Prideful answer?]

Hmn.

[She holds out her hand expectantly once Shampoo dismounts, but ends up falling backward with the bike for her efforts with an unceremonious crash.

The building is a two story, old-fashioned brick structure with an already taken down sign ('Kashiwagi Tofu') near the entrance. There's an older man wearing an apron standing at the entrance, whom stares wide-eyed at the 'accident'.]

[He'll probably be even more wide eyed as Shampoo leaves Kodachi to wrestle the bike, and bounds over to tell the old man to hand his building over for free.]

Perfect spot! Neko Hanten do really well, here! We get Ranma in no time with this.

[Yes. Yes he is. He just stares for a moment with a bead of sweat running down the side of his face. Surprisingly he doesn't seem to have a problem handing it over, since he wants to persue a new dream. However he asks her what she would want with the building.

Meanwhile Kodachi manages to get to her feet and she looks mad. She does her best to keep her composure as she dusts herself off.]

Grrrrrrrrr!

Sister-in-law and I run cafe here! Chinese food be very popular in this area!

[Riiiiiight Kodachi?]

[Kodachi hefts the bike over her head and is ready to throw it; but 'luckily' catches wind of Shampoo's lie. She sweatdrops, then giggles as she sets it back down.]

Y- Yes, what she say is.. Right..

[She doesn't make for a very good Shampoo. Especially when she is so -clearly- japanese.

The older man stares at the two for a moment seeming skeptical at first, but then nods his head. 'Well there's no doubt a cafe run by two cute girls will do better than one run by this old-fashioned man.' he says with a chuckle. He hands over the deed, just like that! 'Here you go then.']

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Prepare for Trouble?

sob I'M HERE after rl punched me in the gut

SHAMPOOOOOOOOO- Oh, wrong character. Wb!

ty! ;A;

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