Shifu

Shifu was only trying to save their favorite pair of shades. Down at the docks of Waterfall City, a sudden swell sent Meai toppling from a barge into the churning rapids. At that exact moment, Shifu's prized eyewear slipped from their face and followed the same arc. They lunged, a desperate, flailing motion aimed squarely at the glinting frames. Instead of shades, their hand caught Meai’s belt, yanking them back to safety with a clumsy heave. The crowd of fishers erupted in cheers. Meai looked at their savior with pure awe. Shifu, heartbroken over their lost accessory but recognizing a golden opportunity, simply tipped an imaginary pair of glasses and took a bow. Meai has owed them a life debt ever since.