Operation Smile: SWAT Team

It is a calm morning with clear skies in Kumogakure. Dressed in a black cloak, black pants, and black shinobi sandals, the green-eyed male would head out to start his day.  The street seemed less crowded as the day was still young. Jinroku had quite a couple of things to do today, one of which was the missions he had been chosen for, which seemed to be the most important task at hand right now.  The missions he had undertaken since he got into the village not only gave him monetary rewards, which of course would help pay his bill, but these missions would also come with valuable experiences. There are two missions he would possibly be taking this time. Possibly, because the second mission needs the village kage’s permission. Jinroku never met the Raikage, so before today, he had asked villagers around for directions to reach the Kage’s office building.

Sooner or later, the green-eyed male would reach the Kage’s building. The building seems to be heavily guarded. Moreso, being his first time around this location, he is an unfamiliar face, and entering the Kage building for the first time might mean that he has to go through security checks, or answer some questions or so. The young Aranha had only his ninja bags containing some equipment and dietary pills.     “I am here to see Raikage-sama. I have been assigned to a mission and I would love to meet the Raikage about it”, Jinroku would say to the guard at the building once he’s at a reasonably respectful talking range. He was smart enough to know what title the village kage bears, having heard from the villagers around. Being a person of few words and always straight to the point, he wasted no time making his intentions for coming here known.    Possibly, the guard might choose to ask follow-up questions or go ask the Raikage if he intends to see the aranha or something else entirely, but the decision is up to the guard to decide. With two pairs of arms concealed and one exposed, as usual,  Jinroku stood there awaiting the guard’s response.


WC: 355

Before the sun rose over the beautiful village of Kumogakure, Asuka climbed out of bed and began her morning routine. She had been quite busy as of late due to volunteering at the hospital, picking up a few shifts at The Drunken Kage Bar, and spending her mornings at her parent's bakery. Thankfully, she only needed to stop by the bakery today, so she had the rest of the afternoon off. As she got dressed, she wondered what she should do for the rest of the day. She could go out looking for Akira again, though she was sure if he wanted to see her she would pop up again. Unsure of what would become of her day, she finished her morning routine and headed out of her home.

Walking through the bustling streets of the village, she finally came upon the bakery. Once inside, she’d greet her parents before quickly getting to work preparing the various pastries. As she baked, she attempted to figure out what to do for the rest of her day, though soon a thought came to mind. She recently had met Lord Raikage at the training grounds and felt as if she hadn’t been able to thank him. Asuka decided to put together a small “thank you” package made of some of the pastries he had ordered when she first met him. A few hours passed, then once she was finished with her shift she grabbed a few pastries and headed home.

Arriving back at her house, Asuka carefully placed the pastries in an intricately woven basket before getting changed. When they had met at the training grounds, she admittedly looked a mess. This time, however, she could make herself look presentable. She’d pull on a beautifully made white, long-sleeved, wrap dress that hugged her form and stopped around her ankles. Slits could be seen up the side of the fabric, allowing her thighs to peek through slightly as she walks. Tightly wrapped around her waist, a thick, dark blue band of fabric held the dress securely in place. At the bottom and down the sleeves, flowers embroidered in golden thread could be seen intricately placed. Lastly, around her waist, she’d secure her shinobi “headband” snuggly.

Pulling half of her snow-white hair up into a ponytail and pinning it in place with a golden pin, she briefly checked herself over once more before grabbing the basket of goodies and heading toward the Kage Tower. She hoped he didn’t mind her suddenly popping in to simply say thank you, though she figured it’d give him a break from his various tasks. Soon she’d find her way to the entrance, where a conversation had caught her attention. The man was speaking with one of the guards, requesting a meeting with the Raikage about some mission. Though she was normally not the one to butt into other people's business, she saw this as an opportunity to potentially make a new friend.

She’d give the guard a moment to respond if he wished, though if they were giving the man a hard time she’d step in earlier. A light smile crossed her face as she approached the two of them and waved before speaking. Though she seemed a bit shy, her words were warm and welcoming.

”Sorry to interrupt, but I was planning on seeing the Raikage if he was available as well. I could escort this man up to his office if there’s a security concern. Well, that’s if it’s alright with you.”

As she finished speaking she’d glance over at the man and offer him a reassuring smile before looking to the guard once more. Should her offer be accepted, she’d thank the guard before motioning for the man to follow her. As they walked away, she’d turn to him and speak up once more.

”I’m Asuka, it’s great to meet you!”

Should her offer be rejected, she’d simply offer the two of them a bow before heading towards the entrance of the tower. Since she was a village shinobi she didn’t run into any issue entering. Regardless, once inside she’d attempt to find the nearest employee who could help her. She’d explain that she was simply here to drop off a gift and allowed Jinroku to speak of his reasoning for being here if he had come with her. After a few moments of back-and-forth conversation, finally, they were able to set up a meeting with the Raikage.

As she awaited the audience with the man she looked up to, Asuka would anxiously play with the handle of the basket she carried. She hoped he appreciated her sentiment, though briefly, she feared that he’d hate the baked goods.

WC: 790