#Learned about some really neat Japanese folktales along the way

[ask-jiro-kirisaki]

He listens to her story following her gaze to the water. It's an unfortunate mistake, and putting Taiga in charge of an anomaly was not Darkwick's brightest idea. Jiro didn't know what was more shocking - the fact that he was trusted to handle an anomaly or that he didn't try to eat it. "Veterinary medicine is a bit different from what I practice, but one rule remains the same. No matter how hard you try, you can't save everyone. The only thing you can do is save who you can, and there are quite a few anomalies that lived to see another day." He pauses, looking down to the scars that trail down his chest. "Sure, he's missing his tail, but he's still alive and doing quite well by the looks of things." A name for a brave survivor... He isn't really good with names, but he's sure he could come up with something. In fact, perhaps he could draw inspiration from one of the many stories his brother told him in their youth. "I'm reminded of the story of Momotaro. It's an old folktale of a boy who came to Earth from inside a peach, given to a childless woman and her husband from the Gods. He went on a journey to destroy the marauding oni of Onigashima. Along the way, he befriended various talking animals, who would aid him on his quest. Even facing insurmountable odds, the boy and his companions defeat the oni leader and his army. Afterward, he returns home to spend a peaceful life with his family." A scarred hand runs through his messy hair. "I can't quite do the tale justice, but that's the long and short of it. What do you think?"

Approaching the gates of the park entrance, Jiro takes out his phone and types a brief message:

(This is Jiro Kirisaki. I'm at the entrance. Ready whenever you are.)

Although Alli said she'd try to convince Towa to be on his best behavior, he was prepared. The bag at his side didn't carry medical supplies this time. A portable umbrella, an emergency rain poncho, a light jacket and a small blanket.

She seemed determined for him to have a good time, so he did his part to prepare for any issues his condition may bring. - @ask-jiro-kirisaki

Alli lit up as she saw the text on her phone and texted him back immediately.

kk! gimmie a sex!

I MEAN SEC

as in second!!

The tour hasn't even started and she already made a mistake. is it too late to cancel? To hide in her room and cry about this typo for hours? No, she has to stay strong! She runs, making a beeline for the Jabberwock gate. And trips.

hng.... it's okay.... it'll be okay....

She tells herself, brushing some of the dirt off her uniform. Finally, she makes it to the gate, flustered and panting and covered in dirt.

h... hey....Jiro...!!