Shimada

Legand

"My family tells of an ancient legend about two great Dragon brothers; the Dragon of the North Wind and the Dragon of the South Wind. Together, they upheld balance and harmony in the Heavens. But the two brothers argued over who could better rule their land. Their quarrel turned to rage and their violent struggle darkened the skies, until the Dragon of the South Wind struck down his brother, who fell to earth, shattering the land.

"The Dragon of the South Wind had triumphed, but as time passed and he realized his solitude. The sweetness of victory turned to ash. For years the bereft Dragon's grief threw the world into discord and he knew only bitterness and sorrow.

"One day a stranger called up to the Dragon and asked, 'Oh, Dragon Lord, why are you so distraught?'

"The dragon told him 'Seeking power I killed my brother, but without him, I am lost.'

"The stranger replied 'You have inflicted wounds upon yourself, but now you must heal. Walk the earth on two feet as I do. Find value in humility, then you will find peace.'

"The Dragon knelt upon the ground. For the first time he was able to clearly see the world around him and he became human. The stranger revealed himself as his fallen brother. Reunited, the two set out to rebuild what they had once destroyed."

"We have been trying to appease the dragons for centuries. Yet they have stopped coming, as if they have abandoned us."

"So you've come to me, seeking another dragons approval?"

"Possibly... The Shimada clan has been using the dragons power forever. It would be a shame if we were suddenly unable to do that."

"So you would have me train your future children, Sojiro?"

"If we cannot appease the dragons by the time my first child is born, then yes. I want any child of mine to be able to control a dragons power. It is our right and I will not have it be denied for another generation."

"What if it was denied for a reason? We usually don't do things without reason."

"Then enlighten me, I would love to know the reason behind their decision."

"Maybe look at your family as a whole. The clan could of dishonored them at some point and—"

"And? I hardly think so. My clan has done nothing wrong."

"Have you not looked at where the clan is now?"

"At the top of the food chain? We are one of the most powerful and influential families in all of Japan. How could they—"

"I'm not sure. I do know that there is a problem that they are not addressing towards the clan. Though maybe it will be different with your children. Maybe they'll see the good if getting involved again."

"I hope you're right. Though I still want you to stay close."

"Don't worry. I will be there the whole time. I'll even allow you to train under my metaphorical wing. I would love to have a human be able to use my abilities. It would only help the clan."

"Then training will begin with us as soon as possible, though we cannot tell my wife or my future son."

"It will be our secret until you say otherwise."

"Thank you, Hisao."