squints through the darkness of the solar eclipse Watch where the duck you're going brat.
bumps into them, apologizing Oh sh--! Sorry 'bout that, didn't see ya there.
Quit your yapping. Where are your manners young one.
My bad, not tryna be rude or anything.
Well you better watch your tone and language when you're speaking to us. We could tear you to shreds in a second. Now tell us what's your name.
look at each other before laughing "We're not really what you'd call... normal. You see, we're in the Mafia." nudge him gently with their elbows
Mafia, huh? That explains the killer vibe. I'm just a lowly guy, trying to survive this shitstorm of a life.
smirk Awwww such a tough guy thinking he has what it takes to take on the world. Tell us Q, how far are you willing to go for the people you care about?
Hell yeah, I got my niece and mom to think about. I'd do anything for them. What's your angle?
sighs Look, our father was killed by some rival gang when we were young. Our mother died shortly after and we were left all alone.
Damn, that's rough. Why are you two telling me this?
look at each other before turning back to Questar Because we like you. There's something different about you and we want to help you, kid.
smirk By teaching you everything we know, starting with some basic self-defense moves.
Wait...you're serious? You guys actually want to help a nobody like me?
smirk Of course we're serious. But first things first, you need to prove yourself. Are you ready to learn how to defend yourself?
Hell yeah, I'm down. What's first?
stand back-to-back, facing forward with their hands on their hips First things first, I need you to show me your stance. Are you ready, Q?
Yeah, I'm ready. What do you want me to do?
sternly Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointed slightly outward. Keep your knees slightly bent and your weight evenly distributed between both feet. Keep your back straight and your chin up. Good. Now hold that stance while we continue.
Okay, okay. Stance...stance...stance. Got it. Staying loose, keeping my weight even, back straight, chin up. Like this?
smirk Pretty good, Q. You're picking this up quickly. Now let's move on to the next step. We're gonna start with some basic punches. Are you ready?
move closer to Questar and raise their fists Alright, Q. I'm gonna throw a punch towards your left. Try to block it with your left arm. Ready?
Yep! Here comes the punch! raises his left arm to block the punch
throw a swift punch towards Questar's left, testing his ability to block
Haha, easy! blocks the punch confidently Not bad for a beginner, right?
smirk Not bad indeed. You've got potential, Q. Let's keep moving. Now we're gonna work on your footwork. Pay close attention.
Heh, sure thing. What's next?
demonstrate a quick side step and a jab cross combination Alright, Q. I'm gonna throw a quick jab followed by a cross.
bobs and weaves, dodging the jab and cross Woah! Quick as hell! Can't believe I'm doing this!
grinning Impressive, Q! You've picked up these moves in no time. But now it's time to kick it up a notch.
flash a mischievous smile Alright, Q. Time to take this training to the next level. We're gonna incorporate some kicking techniques.
Kicking? Fuck yeah! Show me what you got!
demonstrate a roundhouse kick followed by a front kick Alright, Q. I'm gonna show you a roundhouse kick and a front kick.