A/N: I'm working on a longer chapter but had to interrupt it for this quick companion piece to The Rest of the Story chapter 10, Land of the Rising Sun.

Josef placed a call to Japan two days after he heard the news: "I was sorry to hear about David Carradine's death."

"Your condolences are welcome but late," Tokita replied. "Mick called yesterday."

"That was nice of him. I know you admired David. How are you doing?"

"The manner of his passing is disturbing. I hope he didn't commit suicide."

"They're already pretty sure it was accidental. So am I."

"How would you know?"

"Let's just say I have some experience with how he was found. You sound more cheerful than I expected."

"Mick reminded me of something Hollywood likes to do: Bring small screen classics to the big screen. So I will wait here, a lonely old man, hoping for good news. If only I knew someone with influence who might take an interest in such a project. He must be rich enough to provide financial backing."

Josef wasn't fooled by Tokita's pitiful old man act. He was turned at 50 but was in better shape than Josef. Plus Josef had learned manipulation from his master as well as jujutsu. Still, it was worth considering. Vampires were hot in Hollywood right now. It was time to turn the public's attention in another direction. A good martial arts movie with some Kung Fu nostalgia thrown in might be just the thing.

"I could make some calls," Josef told Tokita.

"At last you would be putting your dollars to good use. A worthy tribute to David."

"As an investor I would need to be represented at meetings but I don't have time. If only I knew someone who could deal with all that. And he would have to sit in on casting decisions for the lead."

"You have always been my favorite," Tokita said with utter sincerity.

"Uh huh," Josef replied with equal cynicism. "What about Mick?"

"He is good student, fine friend. But you, Josef, you are like a son to me."

Josef burst out laughing at this blatant flattery. "Thanks, Dad."

"Show some respect!" Tokita said sharply.

"I'll let you know when the project is greenlighted. And I'll send my jet to bring you to LA."