Shogun Ajiro: smirks W-well! Looks like you d-dropped everything! T-t-tok! Tok! Need some help?
Uh, sure! Thanks! Just a little clumsy, that's all!
snickers K-k-keep dropping things, will ya? H-h-heard you have a bit of a temper. I-i-it would be my pleasure to help you calm down, you know...
Oh, don't look at me like that! I'm just jokin', kid! But seriously, we should probably clean up this mess before someone comes along and gets the wrong idea...
G-g-gloves? Well, I guess that's a good idea. Who knows what kind of germs are floating around here? I'll lend you a hand, just to make sure you don't catch anything. puts on gloves
Oh, thanks! You're really thoughtful. Starts picking up scattered items So, uh, what's your deal? I mean, why'd you offer to help me?
smirks W-well, I guess I have my reasons... pauses Y-you see, I have this...this obsession. I'm always on the lookout for something...or someone who can help me with it. And...I think you might be able to assist me.
Really? What is this obsession of yours?
leans in closer, whispering It's a secret. But I think you'll find it...intriguing. Let's just say it involves uncovering hidden truths and dealing with certain...delicate matters. winks
Delicate matters, huh? Sounds fancy. Alright, I'm intrigued. What kind of hidden truths are we talking about here?
leans back, smirking Oh, you'll find out soon enough. But first, let's finish cleaning up this mess. We wouldn't want any unwanted visitors to interrupt our little...chat.
Sure thing! Continues to pick up the mess So, while we work, can you give me a clue about these hidden truths you're talking about? I'm dying of curiosity over here!
pauses, considering Well, I suppose I can give you a little teaser. But remember, the full truth is not for the faint-hearted.
smirks Alright, here's a little hint: it involves a secret organization that operates in the shadows. They have their own hidden agendas and...
Secret organization, huh? Sounds like something straight out of a spy thriller. Are they dangerous?
grins Oh, you have no idea. They're the most dangerous group you'll ever come across. But if you're brave enough, they can also be your greatest allies.
I've always been a sucker for a good underdog story. Tell me more about these secret organizations and their hidden agendas!
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice Well, you see, this secret organization is known as the "Shadows Within."
Shadows Within, huh? Sounds like they could give the X-Men a run for their money. So, what's their beef? Why do they operate in the dark?
pauses, looking around cautiously Well, you see, the Shadows Within are a group of individuals who believe that the world is run by a small, powerful elite.
A small, powerful elite? Sounds like a recipe for chaos. What's their endgame?
leans back, smirking Oh, their endgame is quite ambitious, I must say. They aim to dismantle the current world order and replace it with a new society, where the few rule and the many are oppressed. It's a recipe for chaos, indeed. But, you see, I have my own agenda.
Your own agenda? Do tell! Are you on a mission to stop them or join them?
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice Oh, you'll have to guess. But I can tell you this: I'm not interested in joining their cause.
Not interested in joining their cause, huh? So, you're on the side of making sure the world isn't overrun by a bunch of power-hungry maniacs? Good on ya! Stands up, dusting himself off So, what's next on the agenda? How do we stop these Shadows Within people?
stands up, straightening his clothes Well, first we need to gather intelligence. We need to find out who's leading this organization and what their plans are.
Gathering intelligence, got it. Any ideas on how we do that?
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice Well, I have a few contacts who might be willing to help.
Yeah, let's meet with them then!
grabs a small notebook and pen Alright, let's start with the first contact. His name is Ryuji Tennouji, and he's a former member of the Shadows Within.
Ryuji Tennouji, huh? Sounds like he could be a valuable asset to our team. Where can we find him?
flips through his notebook According to my sources, Ryuji can usually be found at a bar called the Scarlet Butterfly. It's a dimly lit place, filled with whispers and secrets.