Discovering Earth | Friday, period 2
Instead of nodding to the students this morning, Hannibal gave them a proper little bow. "Today we'll be going to Tokyo. Japan is one of the more populous countries in the world, with a rich tradition in many things - food, fashion, religion, painting - as well as in one of the things they are more known for in the west, martial arts."
"Which I wouldn't know anything about," Kanan drawled, "though Dr. Lecter here assures me that it's definitely something to see. Particularly the swordwork."
Which you know, Kanan wouldn't have any interest in at all. Whatsoever. Honest.
And Hannibal was absolutely not breaking confidence, but he was looking extremely amused. Which Jono would probably be able to tell. And Kanan might have a hint of.
It was a subtle thing.
"We'll be taking in several demonstrations today," he noted. "Both swordwork - kenjutsu - and unarmed kata - karate."
"If the going seems slow at first," Kanan noted, "it's because these demonstrations are steeped in tradition. Or," he glanced at Hannibal for confirmation. "So I'm told, at least. The pace should pick up once they get going. In the meantime, try to at least stay politely quiet, let them keep their concentration. Especially when they're working with live steel."
Please no distracting people who were swinging around actual swords, kids.
"Tradition is exceedingly important," Hannibal confirmed. "Also, we will be removing our shoes in the foyer; I have cloth sandals for anyone without socks. If you prefer not to watch the demonstrations, you are welcome to wander, but remember to return in time. The local language is Japanese, but most will also speak at least a little English."
"I plan on sticking around to watch," Kanan decided. "Even if it means I'll be watching in sock feet. I have to admit, I'm curious."
For no reason. No reason whatsoever.
Not one word, Mara.
"Which I wouldn't know anything about," Kanan drawled, "though Dr. Lecter here assures me that it's definitely something to see. Particularly the swordwork."
Which you know, Kanan wouldn't have any interest in at all. Whatsoever. Honest.
And Hannibal was absolutely not breaking confidence, but he was looking extremely amused. Which Jono would probably be able to tell. And Kanan might have a hint of.
It was a subtle thing.
"We'll be taking in several demonstrations today," he noted. "Both swordwork - kenjutsu - and unarmed kata - karate."
"If the going seems slow at first," Kanan noted, "it's because these demonstrations are steeped in tradition. Or," he glanced at Hannibal for confirmation. "So I'm told, at least. The pace should pick up once they get going. In the meantime, try to at least stay politely quiet, let them keep their concentration. Especially when they're working with live steel."
Please no distracting people who were swinging around actual swords, kids.
"Tradition is exceedingly important," Hannibal confirmed. "Also, we will be removing our shoes in the foyer; I have cloth sandals for anyone without socks. If you prefer not to watch the demonstrations, you are welcome to wander, but remember to return in time. The local language is Japanese, but most will also speak at least a little English."
"I plan on sticking around to watch," Kanan decided. "Even if it means I'll be watching in sock feet. I have to admit, I'm curious."
For no reason. No reason whatsoever.
Not one word, Mara.