originally posted in:The New Dojo
"If you end up anywhere near the desert, try stopping by my clan village. It's in the south end of the canyon, I'd be happy to host you."
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"What in the world is a desert?" Yuri asked Can with genuine curiosity. "You'll find out soon enough, Yuri!" Ulfric told him. "But, with that, its about time we said our farewells."
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Cannon smiled, glancing at his friends as he took his bag from Yuri. He hadn't been able to call someone a friend in a while. "It's been nice getting to know all of you." He told them.
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"And it has been my pleasure to host you, Cannon." Ulfric said as he offered his hand to Cannon. "You are a true friend, without you...I'm not sure what would have happened to us."
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Cannon shook his hand firmly. "It was my pleasure, Ulfric. I'm glad I could help."
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Ulfric nodded as he released Can's hand. Yuri came up and offered his hand now. "Don't think I could have found out about Diana's plot or act on it without you Can. For that, you have my thanks."
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He shook his hand as well. "Just doing my job. Thank you for your help."
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Yuri released Cannons hand, but then held a box out in front of them. "And, here. This is from the Tokage clan, for everything you have done for us."
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Cannon took the box. "Thanks, should I open it now?" He asked, smiling.
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"YES!" Bella let out. "Uh. I mean. If you want...."
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He laughed slightly, and started to open the box. "Well, I guess if you're that excited, I probably aught to open it now."
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As he opened the lid, he found a dark Black piece of fabric. As he looked more closely, he realized that it was a cowl. It had a golden trim around the front, and as he touched it, it was soft and smooth to the touch and his hand couldn't help but love the feeling of it on his skin.
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His smile widened. "This is amazing, thank you." He ran his fingers across it. "It matches my armor color scheme as well."
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"It'll protect you like armour as well." Yuri told Can. "This hood is entwined with the materials of the large grove trees, trees that have stood for centuries. It's an old hood, older than you or I. Rumour has it, that it has [i]mystical[/i] properties. But, no one has used it to confirm such rumours." Yuri told Cannon. "I uh...thought I'd give it to you just because it's soft." Ulfric said as he rubbed the back of his head. "Dad!" Bella exclaimed. "What? It's really soft!"
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The Mando laughed, holding the hood in his hands. "Magic or not, it's an amazing gift. Thank you." Ran his thumb across the surface.
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Then, he saw Bella looking up at him. She seemed sad, despite their conversation from before as her blue eyes looked up at him, glossy in their complexion.
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He tucked the hood away and knelt down so they were eye to eye. "One last hug?" He offered.
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Bella nodded as she immediately wrapped her arms around his waist and buried her head into his stomach. "I-I know you'll be back, but I'm still gunna miss you!"
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"I'll miss you too, Bella. You're a great detective and a better friend. Make sure you keep your dad safe while I'm gone." He said the last part jokingly, trying to cheer her up.
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"You bet! I won't let you down Canny! Thank you! For everything!"
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"I know you wont, kiddo." He gave her a gentle squeeze. "I should be the one thanking you. You trusted me and were willing to be my friend."
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"Well it's pretty easy to trust a guy who puts everyone before him, Can!" Bella told him. "Thanks for putting up with me! Ha!"
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He grinned, standing up. "I'm glad to know I have so many friends." He told the group.
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"And it's good to know we have one more, Cannon." Ulfric told him. "Once again, thank you for everything. And I hope you have a safe journey back to the dojo. If you need the Tokage clans help, know that we will stand by your side even to be depths of hell. You have earned that."
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He looked down, slightly embarrassed by the compliment. He wasn't used to being treated like he was important. "I... Thanks. If you ever need anything, give me a call and I'll be there." His voice was quieter this time.
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"That we will, Cannon. But! For now! It is time that we part. I wish you all the luck in the world, and hope that you put an end to the Coldbourne influence in the world."