Chimper #398
When the last merchant doused their lantern in the plaza of Waterfall City, Hinona was not asleep. They were honing a blade, its edge catching the moonlight just so. This life of shadows was new. The old one smelled of steam and spice, of crafting meals for the royal family. Genkei had been their favorite, a soul who preferred simple rice cakes to grand feasts and shared secrets over the chopping block. The news of the assassination shattered more than just Hinona's peace. But Genkei returned, a spirit burning with betrayal, and sought out the one they trusted. Now, Hinona applies a chef's precision to a darker art, following an old code to serve one final, cold dish. Vengeance is a recipe they will perfect.