[The sight of Hibari's hackles raising was enough to answer the question, and Yamamoto experienced brief regret that he hadn't brought his sword along with him today. Not only would a sparing session be particularly exciting today, but it might have bought the poor soul who had dared speak out against the Disciplinary Committee a few more hours to hide. Well, there was always Plan B.]

Is it necessary? They didn't write anything that wasn't true.

[Exhibit A of why Yamamoto tended to get a black eye for all of his efforts.

At the observation, Yamamoto laughed sheepishly, rubbing the back of his head.]

It's at home. We could go spar at the dojo today if you want.

[Besides, better it be him than whoever wrote that article. Yamamoto had to admire someone who was that gutsy, but he doubted they'd be able to escape Hibari's wrath unscathed.]