"Why would anyone want to dress like that?"
"Well, many fans dress up like their favorite characters. Sometimes they go to conventions and other events dressed in costumes. There are lots of different types of ninja cosplay, but this is the most popular."
"Where did you learn all that stuff?"
"I read books about ninjas when I was little. My mom told me that there were plenty of great stories involving ninjas."
"Maybe that's why you got so good at sneaking around."
"Maybe that's why you have such a big head!"
He smiled.
After passing through an archway, they entered the market square.
It was packed with stalls selling food, drinks, trinkets, toys, clothing, and other goods. People wandered between the stalls, looking for bargains.
Many vendors were selling fried snacks called samosas. These consisted of small pieces of dough stuffed with vegetables and meat, which were deep-fried. Some were topped with chopped onions. Other vendors sold sugared donuts wrapped in paper cones.
