The Lazy Brother

“Will Huǒ Nan and Jian Wu come to the arena?” announced Huǒ Yan.

Huǒ Nan sighed and rubbed the back of his neck. He had a sturdy built and unruly hair the same fiery red as most of his family. His golden eyes were intense and reflected a strong will and inner strength, but the expression on his face was the complete opposite. Wu Jian would have said he looked nonchalant if he wanted to be polite. However, he believed the term lazy was more apt. His clothes, a hanfu that resembled flames spun into cloth, were rumpled and further emphasized his carefree attitude.

“I really don’t want to be in this tournament anymore. It’s way too much trouble.” He cupped his hands and shouted at Huǒ Yan. “Heeeeey! Ref! Can I just forfeit?!”

“NO YOU CANNOT! GET YOUR BUTT IN THAT ARENA!”