Wow, did I never leave a review for this? It came up under random and I re-read it, remembering that I'd liked it before, and I enjoyed it yet again. I like Nambu's pleasure that they're competitive and will push themselves and each other to do better, and his quiet tolerance -- almost encouragement -- of the food fight as he sees them finally starting to bond, even if it's through doing something they're both not supposed to be doing.

ooooh, Lee.... this is just beautiful! You have the actions and attitudes of two little boys down pat, you have the beginnings of who they become so clearly set out... you have Nambu so perfect...!

You truly did hit everything so spot on the mark - this is a glorious example of why I consider you one of the best writers in the fandom, if not the world!

Love this truly... completely... utterly.

You went above and beyond, in the Gift Exchange, writing all three of my prompts, but I'm sure not complaining! :-)  Thanks again!

I can readily believe that Ken and Joe's early encounters did not go well, but that they would inevitably begin to bond, particularly when they're the only children there and they both know tragedy and loss, and especially through the training that they're receiving, however nascent, towards becoming Science Ninjas.