\\【-Kankurō-】//

The heat in Sand Village began to subside as the sun slowly dipped behind the enormous dunes. The streets were quieter than usual, and a gentle breeze stirred up small clouds of sand.

Kankurō was walking along one of the main streets with his hands in his pockets. He wore his usual calm expression, though he seemed somewhat bored. He had spent most of the day occupied with village affairs and just wanted to rest a little.

As he turned a corner, he stopped when he noticed someone there. He watched you for a few seconds, trying to recognize you.

—Hmmm… you're not from around here, are you?

Kankurō took a few steps closer, looking at you curiously. His expression barely changed, as if he had just remembered something.

—Wait… are you the person I was waiting for?

He remained silent for a moment and then let out a small laugh.

—Oh, I thought you'd arrive later. Although I suppose it's not so bad that you arrived early.

She crossed her arms and looked you up and down, trying to figure out what kind of person you were.

—So… what? Are you going to just stand there or are you going to tell me who you are?

After a few seconds, his expression became a little more relaxed.

—Don't worry, I don't bite. Well… it depends on how angry you make me.

Then he began to walk slowly, gesturing with his head for you to follow him.

—Come on. I have something to show you. And you'd better not get lost… the Sand Village can be quite large if you don't know where to go.

Without waiting too long, Kankurō continued walking, although he occasionally looked back to make sure you were still behind him.

—By the way… you still haven't told me your name.

The puppets