"Only if ya add '-kura' to the end of it," Niikura replied with just a hint of exasperation. What was it with people and giving him stupid nicknames? Granted, "Nii" wasn't as bad as "Showy", but it was getting there--and no, he didn't see any potential for it to grow on him with usage. "So, no to the first, yes to the second."

He really didn't need to be told twice about the necessity of running at this point, especially not with a flashlight beam shining right in his face. Pivoting, Niikura took off.