Chimper #752
In The Heart of the Forest, they say a falling branch doesn't ask permission before it lands. This explains much about Ajinosuke's rise to prominence. They were not seeking glory, but rather a rare, bioluminescent mushroom said to cure hiccups. Their quest led them into a den of rogue treasure hunters. Mistaking the group for a rival foraging guild, Ajinosuke cheerfully tried to trade a map of berry patches for information. The hunters, certain that Ajinosukeโs disarming grin and retro specs were the disguise of a legendary assassin, interpreted the map as a coded threat. Panicked, they fled, leaving behind a stolen artifact. When Yasuke arrived, they found Ajinosuke using the powerful relic to toast a marshmallow. Yasuke saw not an accident, but an act of unorthodox genius, and their respect was earned that day.