Me: Wow cool Pink! I just realized how good Kori looks in blue ^-^ Haku: *smiles* Looks like he liked the snowboard. Glad I could help!

Me: XD ^-^ Kori: I love it! It gets alot of great air and even has my name on it. You were the one who helped my sister out?

Haku: Yup, she gave me an idea of what I shoud give to, er... a friend of mine *blushes* and I gave her the idea of the snowboard. And I'm glad you love it! ^-^

Kori: *laughs* Well I'm glad she could help you.

Haku: She did! My friend also liked the gift she proposed! Me: *tackles haku* She even hugged you, right, Haku?! You were so red I thought you were going to faint! Haku: 0////////0 I did not!

Me: *bursts out laughing* Kori: *laughs* I'm starting thing she's more then a friend to you.

Haku: *blushes* Well, maybe... *points fingers like Hinata* You really suck at keeping secrets you know? *glares at me* Me: *pouts* Whatever...

Kori: *laughs* Glad everyone thats close to me can keep secrets. Me: Yup.

Me: I can keep secrets! But I think this kind of things shouldn't be kept as secrets! Haku: But you don't have to tell everyone either... *sill blushed*

Kori: True, and stuff like that always has a habit of slipping out. Me: Kinda makes you glad that Shijimaru can't speak verbally, doesn't it? Kori: *blushes faintly* No, I'm not glad about it... *points at me mad* But I wish you were right now!

Me: *laughs loudly* Haku: *smiles* Well, at least the person you love loves you too... *smile vanishes* Me: *stops laughing* Oh c'mon, Haku, don't go over that again. It's just going to make you feel worse...

Me: *staying quiet for Kori* Kori: Well you just gotta let loose and tell her... Otherwise things will never change between the two of you.

Haku: You think? Come to think of it, Tsuneo liked Ayame for a long time, and she always seemed to hate him. But when he told her he liked her and started to ask her out, she started to like him too and they're dating now... But I don't think I have the nerve to tell her... I get too nervous... Me: I can tell her for you! *smiles* Haku: Don't even think about it!

Kori: It was alot easier for me and Shiji cuz he can sense ones inner emotions... It was easy for him to come out and say it cuz he already knew how I felt. *thinks for a moment* I wonder, if you knew she liked you back, would it be easier for you?

Haku: *thinks* It is completely impossible that she likes me, but if she did, I think it would be easier...

Kori: Well how about this: I'll get Shiji and if you'd introduce us to her, he might be able to tell if she does or not. At the least you'd know the truth.

Haku: You'd do that for me? Thanks a bunch! Erm, Rei-san, can you go get her for me? *makes puppy eyes* Me: *sighes* Sure...

Kori: *laughs* I'll be right back. *runs off to get Shijimaru* Me: *still being quiet*

Haku: You don't have to be quiet now, do you? Me: *runs to get Chyiyo*

Me: *laughs* I guess not. I was just wondering what it must be like for Shijimaru not being able to talk verbally. Kori: *dragging Shiji here while telling him what he'd like for him to do. Shiji: *telepathically* I get it now ... I was able to read you like a book. Kori: *blushes faintly*

Haku: *smiles* Hi! I'm Haku Uzumaki. I hope we're not bothering you or anything! Chiyo: *far away* Why am I coming here anyway? Haku: 0//0 She's coming!

Shiji: ... *telepathically* No, not at all. Shijimaru Akagi at your service. *offers a handshake* Kori: So whats her name anyway?

Haku: *shakes his hand* Her name is Chiyo. She's the daughter of the Kazekage, and... *looks behind and sees me and Chiyo* and she's right there! Oh my god *blushes* Chiyo: *looks at me suspiciously* You're planning something... *looks at Haku and then at Shiji, Kori and Pink* What's with all this people?

Me: Oh don't mind me. *leans against a tree* Kori: I'm Kori and this is Shijimaru... Shijimaru: ... *telepathically* Or Shiji for short. *trying to pick up on her emotions*

Chiyo: *suspicious at first but smiles* I'm Chiyo. Nice to meet you, I don't think I've ever seen you around...

Shiji: ... *telepathically* Probably cuz we're from different villages... *just picking up on friendly emotions so far* Kori: *nods* I met Haku cuz of my sister who travels alot.

(I gotta go for now. I'll be back tomorrow! x3) Haku: Yeah, his sister helped me out in choosing the gift I gave you *blushes whe she looks back at him* Chiyo: Oh, this? *holds necklace she has* I see, I'm glad she gave you that idea, I love this necklace! *smiles*

Kori: And Haku helped her choose a snowboard for me. Shiji: ... *picking up more affectionate vibes*

(I'm back! X3) Chiyo: Great, Haku has a great taste when it comes to gifts, right? *tackles haku* Haku: *blushes even more and smiles* Hm, if you say so...

Shiji: *laughs telepathically* Kori: *laughs* I say he does.

Chiyo: *cocks an eyebrow* Why is your face so red? Haku: *looks away* No-nothing... Must be an allergy... Me:

Shiji: ... *telepathically* Or it could be that its all cold and snowy out here. *knows thats not really the reason- picking up traces of affection* Kori: *laughs a lil*

Haku: Exactly! That must be it! Chiyo: *suspicious* Then you should get a coat, or you'll get sick.

Shiji: *thinking~ She definitely has feeling for him... I can feel it in her heart. *smiles* Kori: *looks at Shiji suspiciously*

Chiyo: *smiles* Well, nice to meet you guys but I have to go now... My brother must be waiting for me. Haku: *a little sad*

Shji: *nods* ... *telepatically* Nice meeting you too. Kori: Yeah, take care.

Chiyo: And you *looking at haku* next time wear warmer clothes, instead of trying to look hot by using just a shirt! Haku: *blushing* I'm not trying to look hot! Chiyo: *laughs and leaves*

Kori: *laughs* Shiji: *laughs telepathically* Well that was interesting!

Haku: *turns to Shiji* Why was it interesting? She's always teasing me because of the clothe I wear...

Shiji: *shakes his head- telepathically* I meant meeting her and probing through her emotions... It took awhile, but I was able to sense that she has deep feelings for you. *smiling* Kori: *laughs*

Haku: *surprised* Seriously? You mean she likes me? *smiles*

Shiji: *nods- telepathically* She does a good job at hiding them though... But her teasing you is a sign of it. Kori: *laughs* Well there you have it.

Haku: *with the biggest smile I've ever seen in my life* She likes me... I can't believe it! I'm the happiest guy in the planet!! XD Me: You sure are!

Kori: *laughs* Yup! Shiji: *laughs telepathically* Yup, and I can feel it.

Haku: *starts shaking their hand frenetically* I don't know how to thank you guys! You are the best! If you ever need something just ask me and I'll get it, believe it!

Shiji: *laughs telepathically* You're welcome. Kori: *laughs nodding* Just promise you'll try to tell her you're feelings. (XD Believe it!)

Haku: *nodds* I will, I will! I'll tell her that I love her everyday of my life! ^^

Shiji: *telepathically* I know you will, you're a person of your word. Kori: *laughs*

Haku: Now I must go and think of how I can arrange a date with her... And set up things on the environment or something... It has to be perfect! But it's kind of hard to set up a romantic scene when the person in question hates romantic stuff...

Kori: Well luckily you've got an expert on stuff like this here. *points to Shiji* Shiji: *blushes some- telepathically* I'm not an expert... But I am good at things that relate to the heart and mind... (He was born on Valentines afterall. XD)

Haku: *shiny eyes* Really? So can you help me out... again?? (like my mother was born on valentines and she seems to know everything about romance XD)

Shiji: *sighs-telepathically* Sure, why not... Tell me, just what is she into? (Cool XD)

Haku: *sweatdrops* Everything that is the complete opposite of romantic: heavy metal, horror movies, dark stuff... The only thing merely romantic she likes is cats and chocolate ^^''

Shiji: *thinks for a moment- telepathically* It is hard to do something for her with that description... But not impossible. She likes darkness, so why not meet her for a moonlit walk or something like that and tell her? Kori: That could work.

Haku: *thiks* Yeah, that will be good. Thanks again! ^-^ You guys are definately in my cool book! XD

Kori: *laughs* Shiji: *telepathically* No problem...

Haku: I just have to make sure my sister doesn't find out, or else she will torment me forever... *sighes* Honoka: *jumps down of a tree* Find out what, bro? Haku: 'da hell?? (that was so predictable! X3 I couldn't resist though)

Shiji: *took a step back- telepathically* I take it she's your sister? Kori: I'd say twin sister cuz they look so much alike. (XD True, and I'm surprised no one has asked how and why Shiji can speak like he does.)

Haku: *a little annoyed* Yeah, this is my obnoxious twin sister... Honoka: Who are you calling obnoxious'ttebayo?? I'm the coolest person you'll ever meet! *notices Shiji and Kori* Oh, hi! I'm Honoka Uzumaki! And you are?.. (I was gonna make Honoka ask that, since she is so more curious than Haku or Chiyo. I guess I didn't make them ask anything because Haku and Chiyo are more polite and were afraid he wouldn't be confortable talking about it)

Kori: Kori Ayakaze, nice to meet you. Shiji: *telepathically* Hello, I'm Shijmaru Akagi, or Shiji for short. (He wouldn't mind.)

Honoka: *eyes widen* Wow, you can talk telepathically?? How cool is that?! How can you do that? What happened'tebayo?? Haku: *pulling her sleeve* Honoka, don't make those questions! (Yeah but they worry a lot with people'e emmotions ^-^)

Shiji: *laughs telepathically* No, I don't mind... Its really a kekkei genkai that I inherited. It allows me to speak through my mind which in my case I'm very grateful for. I got deathly sick when I was younger which caused me to lose my voice, but I eventually grasped my bloodline trait and use it as a means to communicate now.

Haku: Oh, it must have been hard for you to loose your voice like that... Honoka: *excited* Wow, but it's still so cool! I wish I could speak through my mind! My kekke genkai is completely busted... Haku: It's not busted... You have a specil trait on your kekke genkai

Shiji: *laughs telepathically* Yeah, it was at first... But I toughed it out. Kori: Whats wrong with your kekkei genkai?

Honoka: I have the byakugan like my mom and Haku, but mine is different. My daddy had the Kyuubi demon inside of him, so some of its chakra passed over to us. Haku can control it just fine, but I can't, so the chakra messes up my byakugan and makes it red. Haku: She sets things on fire just by looking at them when that happens...

Kori: That is a problem... Shiji: *nods* ...

Honoka: But anyway, why can't I find out, onii-san?? What are you keeping from me?? Haku: *looks away* Nothing special... Honoka: *stares* Then why don't you tell me?

Kori: Really, its nothing too special. Shiji: *nods*

Honoks: You even told your new friends! What about me?? I'm your sister! I have the right to now! How could I tease you about stuff if I don't know them in the first place? It's unfair'ttebayo!! Me: *laughs a lil* Good point (I'm gonna go now too. I'll be back tomorrow! X3)

Shiji: *laughs telepathically* Yeah, she does have a good point. Kori: *laughs a lil* (Aww, ok.)

Haku: Wait, so now you're in her side?? Honoka: Of course they are, I'm the coolest ninja ever!! XD Believe it! Now hurry up an tell me your secret ^^

Shiji: *telepathically* I'm on no one's side in this, I'm just saying she has a good point. Kori: I'm staying on Haku's side, cuz I know a thing or two about nosy sisters.

Haku: Thanks Kori =3 And I'm not telling you *turning to Honoka* Honoka: I'm not nosy! I'm just extremelly concerned about my favourite brother! Haku: I'm your only brother -_-"

Kori: And there's nothing to be concerned about, cuz its nothing bad. Shiji: *staying neutral*

Honoka: *making puppy eyes* But I still wanna know! Haku: *looking away cause he can't resist his sisters puppy eyes* I'll tell you some other time

Shiji: *thinking~ She's like the most curious person I've met... Kori: ...

Honoka: *happy* Yay!! XD What about you guys *to Shiji and Kori* are you what, siblings, best friends, a couple? Tell me stuff, I wanna know you guys better! Haku: *sighs* You want to know everything... (Honoka can be a pain sometimes because of her curiosity X3)

Shiji: *sweatdrops* Kori: Well were kind of a couple, and sinse our allied villages are close to each other we often go on missions together...

Honoka: Aw, how cute!! ^-^ I hope you guys stay together 4ever!! Haku: *smiles*

Shiji: *telepathically* Thanks! Kori: *nods* Yeah, not everyone agrees with us being together, so thanks.

Honoka: Aw, why not? You guys look cute together, why wouldn't they agree?

Kori: Well... *looks at Shiji* They just don't agree that two guys can be together and tease us for it... Shiji: *telepathically* But we try not to be bothered by it... Cuz its their problem, not ours.

Honoka: Hmph, I don't see what's the problem... If you love each other, then others have nothing to do with it.. Haku: *nodds* I agree

Kori: *smiles* I'm glad! Shiji: *nods- telepathically* Me too. --A strong wind blows by and Akinai appears nearby--

Haku: Hey, that's Kori's sister! Hi! *waves at her* Honoka: *looks at her* OMG, she's pretty!

Kori: Nee-chan! Shiji: *telepathically* Nice to see you again. Akinai: Oh hi! *waves with a smile*

Haku: Long time no see, Akinai-san! *smiles* Honoka: *puts herself in front of Haku* Hi I'm Haku's gorgeous and amazing sister Honoka! Nice to meet you!

Akinai: *giggles walking over* Nice to meet you too. Shiji: ... Kori: So what are you doing here? Akinai: What, a girl can't see what her lil brother is up to?

Haku: Reminds of someone I know... *stares at Honoka* Honoka: *innocently* What did I do?

Kori: Well... Akinai: *giggles* Shiji, your parents want you home. Shiji: *telepathically* Oh really? Thanks for telling me... I'll see you guys later then.

Haku: Ok, bye! Thanks for the help once again! Honoka: Bye-bye! *notices what Haku said* Help you out on what? Haku: You are so god-damn curious!

Kori: Bye Shiji... *hugs him* Shiji: *hugs him back- telepathically* You're welcome, and later. *disappears in a red smoke* Akinai: Bye, and watch the language Haku.

Haku: *sweatdrops* Erm, sorry... Honoka: *grins* There you have it!

Akinai: *sighs* What did happen earlier? Kori: Uh... Don't ask.

Haku: Well, I Shiji and Kori helped me out on something... Honoka: And Haku refuses to tell me on what! Haku: It doesn't concern you...

Kori: *nods* Please don't go all nosy nee-chan. Akinai: I'm only "nosy" when it concerns you, if it doesn't then I know its none of my business.

Honoka: It's the same with me! I'm only nosy with my bro too! Haku: Yeah right, you want to know everyone's lives upside down...

Kori: Well I'm not the one who really helped, it was Shiji with his... Akinai: With his what? Kori: ...

Honoka: Yeah, with his what??? Haku: *stares worried*

Kori: I'm not saying! *covers his mouth* Akinai: *giggles* Let me think, what could Shiji have that might be useful for someone... Kori: *gets nervous and sweatdrops*

Honoka: I don't know... Haku: *sweatdrops and takes some steps back*

Akinai: Well maybe his kekkei genkai abilities... He uses it to speak, manipulate things, has visions, create genjutsu and fire, can probe one's inner emotions... Kori: Nee-chan... *making a bunch of small sweatdrops*

Honoka: Probe one's inner emotions?? You mean he can feel how other feeling towards others?? Like love?? Haku: *terridied*

Akinai: *nods* He can either feel them coming off of someone or look into someones subconcious... *giggles* Its because of that that he and Kori are together. Kori: *blushes faintly* Stop it.(XD Shiji would make a scary psychiatrist. ._.)

Honoka: So, if I wanted to know if somebody liked me, he would be able to tell??? Haku: Oh my god... (believe it X3 people wouldn't even have to talk, instead of saying "let's talk about it", he would say "let's think about it")

Akinai: Yup. Kori: *sighs* Its like talking to air... (Exactly. XD)

Honoka: So, are you saying my brother needed that for some reason? Haku: *desperate* No, that's not it, that's definately not it!! (on another hand, I would preffer that my psychiatrist whas like that... mine is a pain -_- )

Akinai: Its possible... If he was emotional he could've sensed it and helped him. Or even if he has someone has an eye out for someone, he could've had Shiji try to sense any returned feelings. Kori: For that last time, stop it!

Honoka: Wait, a person he has his eye on... That would be... Haku: *slaps forehead* I'm doomed...

Akinai: *giggles* Who? Kori: Its been nice knowing you, Haku.

Honoka: Chiyo-chan, of course!! Haku: *emo traces* Yeah, nice knowing you too, Kori... Honoka: You were trying to know if Chiyo-chan liked you, bro?? Haku: -__-

Akinai: *in a giggle fit* Isn't that the person who you got the necklace for? Kori: ... *staying quiet*

Haku: I'm not answering you, Honoka, and yes, it's the one... She liked the necklace, by the way. Thanks for the idea. Honoka: Wait, what necklace??

Akinai: You're welcome. I met Haku a few months ago when I was shopping around... He was trying to figure out what to get for a girl, and I recommended a necklace. Kori: And Haku gave her the idea for my snowboard...

Honoka: Oh I see! My brother has an awesome taste when it comes to gifts, but usually he looses that gift when it comes to Chiyo-chan, because he's so terrified that she won't like the gift... Haku: She has a nasty taste, she doesn't like a lot of stuff... Fortunatelly she liked all the gift I gave her so far...

Kori: *nods* She does seem pretty complicated to figure out like that... Akinai: But I'm glad she liked it. (I might disappear to let my mom use the computer.)

Haku: She is... sometimes I can't understand her at all... She seems so caring sometimes and others is just like she hates me.. Honoka: She has a tough personality.. But she's still my best buddy!! XD (OK ^-^)

Kori: *nods* But now you know the truth thanks to Shiji. Akinai: Yeah, did he sense that she likes you back?

Haku: *blushes* Erm... well... *points fingers like Hinata* Yeah, he said that she lhas feelings for me too... Honoka: No freaking way, she likes you? Yay, so now she's my sister in law!!

Akinai: *giggles* Not until they say "I do." Kori: *nods* But quit bugging him, would you?

Honoka: Oh, don't worry, I won't bug him... Haku: *sighs* Honoka: ... until we get home!! *laughs* Haku: That's not funny!

Kori: No its not. Akinai: *giggles* I don't bug you like that, do I? Kori: Not really, but you do have a habit of being over protective...

Honoka: I was just kidding, I won't bug you if you mind it so much. Haku: *gives her a suspicious look* Honoka: I promise! And it's ok to be protective of the ones you like. My brother overprotects me somtimes too

Akinai: Well I've always been extra protective of Kori ever since he found his way back to after being taken. Kori: ...I don't blame you.

Pretty Picture!!

Honoka: Aw he was kidnapped? I would be overprotective of someone if that person ha been taken away from me too... Haku: *nods*

Akinai: *nods* Awhile back, a group of people kidnapped alot of young ninja from the Hollows and Kori was one of them. Kori: ...

Honoka: Oh that's horrible! Haku: Yeah, Orochiko has been doing the same for some time. I don't know if she was involved in Kori's kidnap, but she also took one of our ninjas, our cousin, Kenshin. He has been missing for 4 years.

Kori: It was a horrible ordeal, and I think they did some experiments on me... I can't really remember it all, but the name Orochiko... That name sounds familiar somehow... Akinai: ...

Haku: I don't know much about her, but it seems like a guy, Orochimaru, who died when my dad was around 15, made some experiment that involved joining parts of a number of kunoichis to create the perfect kunoichi. After he died, she promised to avenge him and started gattering ninjas from different ninjas. She kidnapped our cousin and other ninjas from Konoha. Do you think she was involved in your kidnap too? Honoka: *looking worried*

Kori: Its possible... *holds his head* There was a white haired kunoichi that seemed in charge... Just looking at her would send a gaze of fear into you... Akinai: *looks worried*

Honoka: *even more worried looks at Haku* I've seen a picture of Orochiko in the news. She has white spikey hair, and pink eyes... Haku: Was she the one?

Kori: *holding his head- collapses and falls into a flashback- has many visions of the captive people and Orochiko, as well as her having a henchman use some device to sample his chakra flow* ... Akinai: Kori! *bends down to his level*

Aww, he looks so cute! XD Did u get my email, Pink?

(Thanx! If you're talking about the one from last night, I did and emailed you back.)

Honoka: Kori! *bends too* Haku, go get Haruka! Haku: *nods and runs to get Haruka* Honoka: *to Akinai* Don't worry, Haruka knows a lot of medical jutsu's she will help him!

Akinai: *nods with a worried look* Kori: *trapped in many flashbacks- having one of seeing a boy with eyes similar to Haku and Honoka's*

Haku: *comes back running with Haruka behind him* There he is! Haruka: *bends and turns to Akinai with a calm smile* Hi, I'm Haruka Uchiha. Haku-kun told me what happen. Don't worry, your brother will be allright... *places hand with chakra on Kori's forehead*

Akinai: I'm Akinai, and I trust you. Kori: *gets a calm look on his face- coming out of them*

Honoka: *happy* It's working!! Haku: *sighs calmly* Haruka: *places hand on his shoulder* Are you feeling better?

Kori: *opens his eyes and nods* I... I am... Akinai: *holds him close* What happened? Kori: I'm not sure... I just fell into a bunch of flashbacks and couldn't wake up from them...

Haku: You got me worried there, man! Don't do that again! Haruka: Usually that happens when a person remembers a very traumatic event, like a murder or a kidnap. Honoka: But are you really ok, what did you see in those flashbacks?

Kori: Alot of things... And they were so vivid... That white haired kunoichi... She did have pink eyes and an x mark over her right eye... Akinai: *thinking~ An x mark... Usomane has an x mark on his neck...

Honoka: *gasps* That's her! That's Orochiko! She's mainly known because of her mark on her right eye! Haku: So she was involved on the kidnap! Haruka: Orochiko? The one who kidnap your cousin? If she took you, then she was interested on seomthing special about you, your chakra or your secret techniques. She keeps the ones with rarest types of chakra with her and gest rid of the others after she takes out samples of their chakra. She kept Kenshin because of his byakugan...

Kori: *nods* I remember someone sampling my chakra... Maybe its cuz I'm able to mix my chakra into snow to keep it from melting and manipulate it... I also remember seeing alot of other captive people, one of them was a boy who had eyes just like yours.

(uploaded my OC for 'Just Curious', Pink)

Haku: That has to be Kenshin! As far as I know, he's the only Hyuuga she kidnapped. Honoka: At least we know he's still alive... You are lucky to be here if she's the one that took you. Haruka: She's right. How did you escape?

Kori: It wasn't easy... I waited till no body was around, and I froze the bars of my cell and busted through them... I tried to free some of the others, but I was eventually found out and almost captured again. I covered myself in a slippery armor of ice so they could barely touch me and ran... I eventually found my way outta there and into the forest. Akinai: *smiles* Makes me glad you inherited dad's ice abilities.

Honoka: Believe it, you were really lucky! Did you see our cousin when you were escaping?

Kori: *thinks for a moment* No, I don't think I did... I'm sorry. Akinai: *finally lets go of her brother*

Haku: *sighs* You don't have to apolagyse, it's not your fault. I just hope he's allright... Honoka: *puts hand on Haku's shoulder* He will, bro, Kenshin's strong! Haruka: *nods* We just need faith. But there's something that's been worring your dad that might be a problem...

Akinai: Whats that?

Haruka: The Hokage received a warning from the Kazekage. That's why Chiyo-san is in the village *looks at Haku* She came to tell him Orochiko and her troops were spoted by an informer of the Sand Village coming on Konoha's way... They suspect Orochiko might be after someone from here... Haku and Honoka: *look worried at each other and then at Kori*

Kori: *worried look* She's after me... Akinai: If thats the case, then we should get you out of here... Or at the least call in some back up.

Haruka: The Kazekage allready sent some ninjas to help, they should be coming anytime... We don't know if she's after you or if she's coming to get some more ninjas from Konoha, but you better not take risks. Honoka: Yes, but either way we'll help you out on anything you need. As long as I'm here, that spikey-haired jerk won't get her hands on you, believe it! Haku: Yeah, we'l be here to help you!

Akinai: And they won't be the only one's to help. *bites her finger* Summoning Jutsu! *summons a fast looking bird* Go find Natsu and Hanabi, they should be close by and we'll need their help. Bird summon: *nods and flies off* Kori: Thanks everyone...

Haku: No problem, pal! I never turn my back on my friends! Honoka: Me neither. But how distant was Orochiko from town? Haruka: Well, according to Chiyo, the Sand's informer said she was more or less 4 days away from Konoha... And Chiyo took 3 days to get here...

Akinai: So about a day from now then? Kori: *walks behind a tree and hooks up his jar of ice*

Haruka: Yes, that would be it... Our troops are getting ready in case she gets her sooner. We never know... Haku: *nods* Honoka: *looks around* Where is Kori?

Kori: I'm right here... Thought I should get my ice ready. Akinai: Good idea. Natsu and Hanabi: *riding on Mori towards them*

Haku: I take it they are the help you talked about? Honoka: *with sparkly eyes* OH MY GODNESS, IT'S A DEER!! So cute!! Haruka: *smiles and sweatdrops*

Kori: Yup, and thats Natsu's summon, Mori. Natsu: *has Mori slowdown next to them* A lil bird told us that you might need us. Akinai: Yeah, we just might. *dispells the bird* Hanabi: *jumps down* So whats the trouble?

Haruka: The person that kidnaped your friend Kori is getting closer to this town. She's just one day away, but we are preparing in case she attacks by surprise. Honoka: *still staring at Mori* Haku: *whispering to her* Do you mind, we should be introducing ourselves, not staring at a deer!

Hanabi: That does sound like trouble. I'm Hanabi Murasume from the Sun Village, pleased to meet you. Mori: Its ok, she can stare at me all she wants. *laughs* I'm Mori. Natsu: *jumps down off of Mori laughing* And I'm Natsu Mido, glad to be of service. (Bet Haku and Honoka will be surprised that Hanabi has their aunts name. XD)

Honoka: Oh my gosh, he even talks!! Can I pet him, please!! Haku: Hugh, it's no use... Well, I am Haku Uzumaki, and she is my twin sister, Honoka. I'm also pleased to meet you guys. Haruka: And I'm Haruka Uchiha. *smiles*

(have you made the pic of your rpc yet, Pink?)

Natsu: *chuckles* Go ahead and get it out of your system. Hanabi: So its really the person who took you Kori? Kori: I'm pretty sure it is... Akinai: *wondering if Orochiko has some kind of connection to Usomane cuz they have x marks on their bodies*

Honoka: Yay! *pets Mori* Haku: Her name is Orochiko and she was an experiment made by one of three Sannin, Orochimaru, that died about twenty years ago. He wanted to create the perfect kunoichi by puting parts of different kunoichis together and created Orochiko. She wants to avenge his death so she's kidnapping ninjas from all villages. Haruka: *looks at Akinai* What's the matter? You look worried.. (I got to go for now... Be back tomorrow! ^-^)

(I just uploaded her.) Hanabi: *nods* Sounds like things are about to heat up then. Kori: *looks at Akinai curiously* Akinai: Have you ever heard of someone named Usomane?

Haku: I don't think so... Haruka: Usomane... I think my dad mencioned a name like that... Isn't that a demon or a person that takes different forms?

Akinai: *nods* He's a creature that can shapeshift into another person or beast, but always retains an x mark on its neck. I was thinking if it has some kind of connection with Orochiko seeing as how they share that trait of an x mark... But I don't see how.

Honoka: *continues to pet Mori* Daddy mencioned something about that Orochimaru guy marking his creations with an X on a precise place... He marked Orochiko on her eye, so maybe he created Usomane as well and marked a X in its neck... Haku: *looks at her* Dad told you that? Honoka: He was making a report about ninjas that continue to serve Orochimaru's abitions and noticed that some of them have X's on their bodies

Natsu: So then maybe Usomane isn't a real demon, but some artificial creation of Orochimaru's? Akinai: I suppose its possible... Hanabi: Well for some reason, Usomane has been trying to stir up alot of bad blood between villages to start a war... *continues in thoughts~ And to think Tekka helps him... Kori: *sitting below a tree listening to everyone*

Haku: Orochimaru, when alive, also tried to make a war between Sand and Leaf, involving Sound in it too... Usomane must be trying to continue his work, while Orochiko only wants to destroy Konoha.. Haruka: And for that, she tries to collect samples of special chakras to make her army more powerful. She tried to take my sister Ayame when she was younger because of her Sharingan, but failed because our father stepped in.

Kori: But she managed to have her henchmen take me cuz of my stupid ice kekkei genkai... Akinai: Your kekkei genkai isn't stupid... With it you can take water and form it into ice and snow and its probably the last its kind... Its a blessing from our heritage... Kori: Feels more like a curse, if you ask me.

Haku: You should be glad, it was thanks to that kekke genkai that you escaped. Haruka: It's true, you should be thankful. That kekke genkai mught save you if Orochiko tries to take you again

Kori: *manipulates some ice out of his jar and forms it into a ring* I know... Its because of this that I'm alive... Akinai: And its because of it that you'll stay alive. Natsu: *petting Mori*

Haku: *nods* Haruka: *suddenly looks behind with sharingan activated* Who's there? --- shadow moves a little away from where they are -----

Kori: *stand up and quickly forms the ring of ice into a spiked ball* Akinai: *holds her fan from behind her* Natsu: *looking around* Hanabi: Show yourself!

Honoka: *stands up* Haku... Haku: *nods and uses byakugan* Haruka, the tree on your left! Haruka: *turns left* Nimpo: Poisonous Flowers! *punchs ground and several flowers blossom, shooting poisonous arrows from them to the tree on the left* ---- shadow moves and somebody laughs from another tree----

Natsu: *hops on Mori* You know what to do? Mori: *nods- extends his antlers and pierces through the tree with them*

--- ninja comes out of the tree and lands next to them, still laughing --- Honoka: You won't be laughing when we're done with you! Haku: *gasps* K-Kenshin? Haruka: Kenshin Hyuuga? Ninja (Kenshin): *looks up with a grin on his face* Long time no see, cousin...

Mori: *brings his antlers back out* Natsu: Who's this? Hanabi: Cousin? Kori: *still has his ice in his hand* I remember you.

Haku: That's our cousin, Kenshin. He was kidnapped by Orochiko 5 years ago... Kenshin: *looks to Kori and laughs evily* You're the ice kid, that Orochiko-sama wanted because of your chakra. You won't escape this time, I assure you... Honoka: "Orochiko-sama"? You are on her side now? *starting to get mad*

Kori: How? *backing away with Ice Shards protecting him* Hanabi: *mad* He's just like Tekka... *creates a fury of flames around her* Akinai: *opens out her fan* If you want him, then you'll have to go through us. Natsu: *takes out his sword*

Kenshin: *laughs* You have no idea who Orochiko-sama is, do you? She has an entire army moving towards this village getting ready to attack and take away anyone that catchs her interest. She has her eyes set on that Inuzuka girl, the black-haired Uchiha and the red-haired from the sand. And of course, you *looks at Kori* You have no chances to defeat her, so you might just as well give up. Haruka: She's after Kira, Ayame and Chiyo? Haku: *mad* You won't take anyone with you!

Kori: I won't let you... I won't let you take anyone! Ninja Art: Ice Fall Jutsu! *forms a bunch of icicles above Kenshin and drops them*

Kenshin: *grins and starts to spin - he's making the same technique Neji uses to defend himself, I just can't remember the name - , deflecting the ice towards Haruka, Haku and Honoka* Haruka: Nimpo:Goukakyo no Jutsu *blows giant ball of fire, melting the ice* --- meanwhile Kenshin vanishes and appears behind Kori ----- (I might not answer after this one, because I have to go out)

(I think you mean Rotation and ok) Akinai: Kori! *pushes him out of the way* Natsu: Natures Chain! *gathers a bunch of earth around Kenshin and wraps it around him tight*

Haruka: Nice, Natsu! Honoka: *points at Kenshin* Now let's see you get out of there! Kenshin: *grins* I don't need to... There's more of us coming towards Konoha. Even if I stay here, your village will still be under attack, and you won't be any saffer than before I came here... Haku: *mad* You bastard, turning against your own village!

Hanabi: *furious* How dare you! You're just like Tekka... Abandoning your village for the enemy and hurting those who cared the most for you! Its disgraceful! Natsu: Hanabi, calm down... *keeping his chain tight on Kenshin* Akinai: *stands back up with Kori*

Kenshin: *laughs* "Those who cared the most for me", you say? I don't have any ties with village, these people who I once called family meen nothing to me now. My only family is Orochiko-sama... Honoka: *Kyuubi chakra starts to build up* You... Haku: *looks at her* Honoka, be cool...

Hanabi: *builds up a flame to his throat* Akinai: Hanabi, I know your upset... But killing him will take away a valuable source of information. Natsu: She's right... We'll have Shiji probe his mind of anything that can help us.

Kenshin: *grins* You ninjas are so pathetic... Honoka: You're the only one who's pathetic! *runs towards him with Rasengan* Haku: *gasps* Damn, somebody hold her down!

Hanabi: *dissipates the flame and jumps out of the way* Natsu: *still on Mori* Nature's Chain! *creates a second chain around Honoka- now holding Kenshin and Honoka with two chains in hand*

Haku: *sighs* That was close... Honoka: *looks up with eyes like Kyuubi's* I won't forgive him... Even if it's the last thing I do, I will kill him! I will tear you apart! *glaring at Kenshin* Kenshin: *staring a little scared at Honoka, as the Kyuubi chakra spreads around her*

Kori: *takes a step from Akinai* Akinai: We don't have time to waste here... Natsu: I agree... *ties up the chain around Kenshin tight- still holding Honoka back* Hanabi: Where should we take him?

Haku: There's small forest near by. If things get nasty it will be saffer to battle there than here... Haruka: He's right, civilians can pass here and get hurt.. And we should also look after Honoka, if her Kyuubi chakra gets out of control, than we'll have to worry more about her than him...

Natsu: Right... Guess I should keep a grip on her then... Kori: *being quiet* Akinai: *summons a large bird* (I seriously need to make this summon for her) Bird: *picks up Kenshin in its talons and hops on it* Show the way.

Haku: *nods* Ok, follow me. *leads everyone to a forest and stops on a place where there's not much trees* Here will be fine... Honoka: *Kyuubi chakra still around her, she's still staring at Kenshin with hate* Haruka: We should hurry this up, until Honoka can't control her chakra anymore.

Akinai: *has the bird drop Kenshin near a large tree* Natsu: Ninja Art: Tree Tomb! *molds the bark of the tree around Kenshin like a cage* Kori: How long would it take her to calm down? Hanabi: ...

Haku: I don't know... It depends on how mad she is. The much she's mad, longer it will take for her to calm down, and shorter will be her control over her chakra... Haruka: So this friend you mencioned, Shiji, he can red his mind for information?

Hanabi: Then that could take awhile... Natsu: *ties her down to a boulder* Kori: *nods* He has an incredible psychic kekkei genkai that lets him read one's inner thoughts and emotions... As well as a few other things.

Haruka: Ok, so you should go get him quickly.. Honoka: *staring now angrily at them* Let me go now! Haku: *looks sad at her* It's for the best, Honoka... We will let you go when you calm down...

Akinai: I'll go get him... *flies off on her bird* Natsu: *nods and looks back at Honoka* Hanabi: You know Honoka, you're alot like me...

Honoka: *looks up at Hanabi - voice is starting to chakge because of Kyuubi´s chakra* How is that? Haku and Haruka: *watch*

Hanabi: *looks a lil sad* We both have a cousin that betrayed our family... I've been searching for Tekka Murasume, my cousin who severed his ties to the Murasume family... Natsu: *nods*

Honoka: *looks down* That person back there is not my cousin anymore... My cousin wouldn't betray his family to some white haired expirement... That person back there is just another traitor that must be punished... And I won't think of anything else until I kill him and make him regret the day he decided to turn his back on the Leaf Village... and on us... Haku: *looks down, sad*

Hanabi: I understand how you feel... Tekka also did unspeakable crimes... Its because of him that my teammate Kuro's village was destroyed with two others in the midst of a war that he started... Its been suspected that he's working under Usomane, and I hate Tekka with all my heart for that...

Kenshin: So, your cousin is the one working under Usumane-sama's orders, hm? I should have known... *grins* Haku: So you know that guy Usomane? Kenshin: *laughs* After Orochiko-sama is done destroying this village, Usomane-sama will be the one that will rule over all ninjas...

Hanabi: *glares at Kenshin* Whether he is or not is still unconfirmed, but what do you know about that demon? Akinai: *close by with Shiji*

Kenshin: Usomane-sama is very powerful... Almost as powerful as Orochiko-sama. I know he took the shape of many ninja, to gather his army with one goal: be the ultimate master of all ninja. Orochiko-sama helps him sometimes, since they both had the same creator... *grins and looks at Haku* The same man that lead you sensei to the darkness when he was your age... Haku: Orochimaru... Honoka: *struggling to be free, teeth growing sharper like Kyuubi's*

Natsu: *tightens up the chain around her* Kori: *senses Shiji's chakra* They're back! Shiji: *jumps down from Akinai's bird- telepathically* Kori, you ok?! Kori: I'm fine... At least I am for now.

Haku: Glad you made it. We have a problem here... Kenshin: *looks at Shiji* Interesting... Chakra that makes him able to speak through his mind.. Orochiko-sama will find you very interesting... *grins* Honoka: *yelling* If she touches any of my friends I will make sure that she dies as painfully as you! *Kyuubi chakra still surrounds her*

Kori: We need you to try to get any info out of him. *points to Kenshin* Shiji: *nods and walks up to Kenshin- telepathically* I'll do what I can... *creates some red chakra in his hands and manipulates it around Kenshin's head- closes his eyes- tries to force him into a trance*

Kesnhin: *stares at Shiji - images of Orochiko's hideout and the ninjas she took slip through his mind* Haku: *bends to Honoka´s level and looks worried at her and then at Kenshin*

Shiji: *telepathically* I see... A fortress with a sinister looking kunoichi... And many captive ninja are being held there. Natsu: *still has his chain wrapped around Honoka tight*

Kenshin: *tries to block his thoughts but can't - images of Usomane and his followers moving towards Konoha with Orochiko's followers*

Shiji: *telepathically* There's an army led by Usomane with many troops on its way to the Leaf... Natsu: Usomane's there as well? Hanabi: *looks worried* Shiji: *nods*

Haku: Somebody has to warn my dad! Haruka: Don't worry, Haku, I will tell him. *disappears in a wall of fire* Kenshin: *grins* You will never make it in time...

Shiji: *stops the red chakra flow and opens his eyes- telepathically* Thats what you think... Natsu: So what now? Are we just gonna stand back and wait for things to play out, or are we gonna fight back? Akinai: Depends... How far are the troops from the leaf. Shiji: *telepathically* I'd say a few hours away from reaching it.

Haku: Then we have to help my dad and fight them! But what are we going to do with my sister? *looks worried at Honoka* Honoka: *still glaring at Kenshin*

Shiji: *looks back and forth between Kenshin and Honoka- telepathically* Her mind is enraged and can't think rationally... I could suppress her emotions temporarily, but it might not work with that chakra surrounding her.

Haku: It's worth the try... Honoka: *still mad* Just let me go and kill him! You won't need to worry about me after I'm done. Haku: Not a chance, sis... (I have to go for now.. Bye!)

Hanabi: I understand, but this isn't the way to resolve things... Shiji: *walks in front of Honoka- telepathically* Try not to look everyone... *makes a bright red beam in his hand and shines it in her eyes- should make her become either emotionless or even unconcious* Kori, Hanabi, Natsu, Mori, and Akinai: *sheilding there eyes from it*

Haku: *sheilding his eyes and Kenshin's too* Honoka: *looks emptily around before she faints*

Natsu: *hops down from Mori and releases the chain around her* Shiji: *telepathically* She should be out for at least an hour...

Haku: *holds Honoka down* Ok... What should we do now?

Kori: We have to stop that invasion... I don't want anyone to have to go through what I did. Akinai: I know you don't... Hanabi: None of us do.

Haku: Then we should be going to Konoha to help out. Haruka must have allready warn them about Usomane's troops... Kenshin: *grins* You won't make it in time...

Akinai: We won't know until we find out. *summons Takaya* Takaya, I leave you to guard him. Takaya: *nods* Natsu: *hops on Mori* Haku, we can carry Honoka for you.

Haku: Ok, thanks... *gives Honoka to Natsu* Than we should get going...

Natsu: *holding on to Honoka* Kori: Lets get going everyone. Akinai: Yeah. *sprints off towards the direction of Konoha with everyone* Shiji: *following slowly*

Haku: *runs towards Konoha* --------- some time later, arrives to Konoha with the others ------ Haruka: *waiting for them at the gates*

Natsu: *comes riding towards the gates with Mori and Honoka* Akinai: *dispells her bird and land down on the ground* Whats the situation? Shiji: *standing next to Kori- catching his breath*

Haruka: Konoha's troops are allready on every entrance of the village, waiting for a sign. Other ninjas are spread around the village in case the enemies manage to get in... Hokage-sama is getting ready as well... Haku: *surprised* Dad is going to fight as well? He doesn't need to normally... He must have felt something's not right... Haruka: *sees Honoka* What happened to her?

Akinai: Shiji had to put her out for a lil while cuz she couldn't calm down on her own... Natsu: *laughs a lil* She got to ride Mori here, but she probably won't remember it. Shiji: ... *shakes his head no*

Haku: *laughs lil too* Bet she will be mad when I tell her that... Haruka: So, will you guys help us? Most of the genin were allready out on missions... The only ones that are here are me, Haku, Chiyo, Yuki and my sister. Honoka won't be able to fight...

Kori: Of course we will, won't we everyone? Akinai: *nods* Shiji: *telepathically* We'll do what we can. Hanabi: I'll make them burn to a crisp! Natsu: *nods* And I'll pulverize them.

Haku: Allright, let's kick some bad-ninja ass!! Haruka: Wow, you really got excited now, didn't you? *smiles* Must be your fighting spirit... Yuki: *coming far away with Chyio and Ayame* Or maybe he's trying to show off to my sister! Haku: 0////0 Yuki, shut the hell up!

Kori: *laughs* Akinai: Hello everyone. Natsu: *still on Mori with Honoka* Shiji: *waves to everyone with a small smile- telepathically* Hi.

Yuki: *laughs* Hi there! Ayame: *crosses arms and looks at Chiyo* Who are they? Chiyo: I just know two of them, I think... The one with red eyes and the one in blue... They are... ~thinking~ What was the name... ~ Oh yes, Shiji and Kori, right?

Shiji: *telepathically* Yup, I'm Shiji. Kori: I'm Kori, and this is my nee-chan Akinai! Akinai: *nods* Thats right. Hanabi: Hanabi Murasume at your service. Natsu: I'm Natsu *pets Mori* And this is my summon Mori.

Yuki: Ah so you've met my sweet and adorable older sister, eh? Well, if you liked her then you're gonna love me! I'm Yuki! Chiyo: *eye twitch to Yuki* Ayame: I'm Ayame Uchiha. I honestly think that we don't need any hel--- Haruka: *runs towards and covers her mouth* What the hell are you saying??? *waves to them and sweatdrops* Ah, don't mind my sister, she woke up with a bad humor! Haku: *sweatdrops*

Hanabi: *sweatdrops* Just like someone else I know... Natsu: *knows she's talking about Kuro* Shiji: *leans against the gate* ... Mori: *lays down- talking about Honoka* You might want to get her somewhere else to rest.

Haku: Yeah, I'll just take her home... Mom must be there... *grabs Honoka and goes towards his house* Ayame: *bites Haruka's hand* Get off!! Haruka: OUCH!! Inner Haruka: You little brat!!! If you weren't my sister... Yuki: Lovely how they get along, isn't it?

Shiji: *sweatdrops cuz he can actually see Inner Haruka* Natsu: You could say that again.

Haruka: *healing hand* You could be nicer, you know... Ayame: *crosses arms* I am the way I am... If you don't like it, it's your problem... Sometimes I wonder if you're even my real sister... Haruka: How can you say that? Inner Haruka: Yeah... you must be adopted... Your real parents must be somewhere in a mental hospital... Chiyo: *eye twitch* How can they be always fighting? Yuki: The more they fight, the more they like each other...

Kori: *laughs* I don't think thats the case, but if you say so... Shiji: *eye twitches- telepathically* You should try seeing their inner feelings... Hanabi: *laughs*

Yuki: That probably wouldn't be a good idea... Maybe we should lock them in a cage and see if they get along like that... Chiyo: *looks at Haruka and Ayame* I think they would end up killing each other... Haku: *comes back* I'm back! *sees Haruka and Ayame* They're fighting again? (I have to go now... See ya!)

Kori: *nods* Shiji: *telepathically* Actually, I can see there inner emotions... And its not pretty. Natsu: Reminds me of you and Kuro, Hanabi. Hanabi: *sweatdrops* Shut up, I don't fight with him like that.

Haku: They fight like this since they were kids... I really can't understand how siblings can be so mean to each other... Yuki: Yeah, my sister adores me, don't you sis?? Don't you?? *holds her arm and cuddles her* Chiyo: *eyes twitch, trying to get away* Let go... NOW!

Hanabi: *laughing at him* Akinai: *laughs* I can't understand it either... But maybe thats cuz I'm the one who takes care of my brother. *messes with Kori's hair* Kori: Nee-chan... Your embarressing me. Shiji: *laughing telepathically*

Yuki: Amazing how older sisters always seem to enjoy messing with their younger brother's hair... Chiyo: *evil smile* Yeah... amazing isn't it? *messes with his hair too* Yuki: *tries to get away, laughing* NO, stop it!! Go mess with Haku's hair, I bet he's dying for you to do it! Haku: *blushes* Oh yeah?? *runs and messes with his hair too* Yuki: Hey, two against one is cheating!!

Shiji: *telepathcially* That is unfair. Kori: *steps away from Akinai* Stop messing with him, please... What if he were to mess with your hair.

Haku: I wouldn't mind... Chiyo: And you wouldn't dare to mess with my hair, would you? *stares at Yuki, smiling evily* Yuki: *sweatdrops* Erm... well... Who cares, I still love you! *hugs her* Chiyo: *sweatdrops*

Akinai: *laughs- thinking~ She's a real charmer Haku... --Usomane formed to look like Kuro comes walking up-- Natsu: Kuro? What are you doing here? Kuro: I got word that things are gonna get rough around here, and thought I'd come help out... Hanabi: *staring at him- thinking~ I thought he was on a mission with Pinku...

Haku: Yeah, we just might need more help. I'm Haku! Yuki: I'm Chiyo and she is Yuki... *thinks* Or is it the other way around? Chiyo: *smacks his head* Don't try to be a clown! *turns to Kuro (Usomane)* I'm Chiyo and he's Yuki, my brother... Haruka: I'm Haruka. Ayame: *doesn't intrdouce herself, just stares at him and cocks an eyebrow*

"Kuro": Nice to meet you all... Hanabi: *still staring at him* But I thought you were on a mission with Pinku? Kuro: I was, but it was so easy I knew she could handle it herself. Shiji: *getting a bad feeling* Akinai: *raises an eyebrow*

Haku: *looking at Hanabi and Akinai* Is there something wrong? Haruka: *looks at "Kuro" and then at Ayame* What is it? Ayame: And you abbandoned your team mate just because the mission was easy?

Kuro: *looks away* Yeah. Natsu: The Kuro I know would never leave Pinku behind... He loves her like life itself. Hanabi: *nods* "Kuro": So she wanted to do a mission on her own... Shiji: *probing his mind*

Ayame: You know what... I think you're lying. Haruka, Haku, Chiyo and Yuki: *stare at him* (I have to go, Bye)

Hanabi: *walks up to him* If your Kuro, then what do I always call you when we argue? Kuro: *puts his hand over his neck* Uh... Shiji: *telepathically* He doesn't know, cuz he's not Kuro... Natsu: Then who is he? Kori: *notices an X mark on his neck and eyes go wide*

Haku: *notices the X on his neck too* He's Usomane! Ayame: *gatters chakra on her right hand* Haruka: *uses sharingan* Yuki and Chiyo: *gatter a amount of sand around them*

my cat passed by seeing this and started to have a hairball...please take this down...not only will my eyes stop bleeding but for animal safety as well

(Excuse me, but that was just rude.) Usomane: *takes a step back and laughs maniacally* And here I thought I had him down to a T... Hanabi: *builds up fire in her hands* Akinai: What are you doing here?! Usomane: I already told you I came to help... But I didn't say I would be help you... *transforms into his usual form like in the recent edit* Sorry for taking you teammates face, but he was such an easy target. Hanabi: *furious* Kori: *builds up ice armor around him*

(Yeah, what the hell? Who are you to criticize other's edits if you didn't made one better yourself?) Haku: If you think you're gonna get it your way you're wrong! Ayame: *grins* The only easy target here is you... Haruka: Ayame, don't rush into things...

Usomane: On the contrary, I already made the first move... *pulls a fist towards him and a large hand comes out of the ground at them* Kori and Akinai: *jump away* Natsu: *was blown back* Agh... Hanabi: *jumps high and fire a wisp at it* Shiji: *dissappeared in a red flash and reappears some distance away*

Haku, Yuki and Chiyo: *jump away* Ayame: *steps in front of the hand and punches it - she's using her mother's monstruous strenght -, breaking it* Haruka: *jumps and goes next to Natsu, starting to heal him*

Usomane: *unfazed- laughs manically* Don't think that'll work... *jumps high spinning and launches flurries of needles out of his morphing body* Akinai: Gold Cyclone! *launches a golden wind to blow some back* Natsu: *used earth style to defend himself with Hanabi* Shiji: *evaded them*

Chiyo: *uses sand to defend her and Haku* Yuki: *uses sand to defend himself* Haruka: *evads some* Ayame: *grabs a tree nerby, pulls it out and puts it in front of her - needles get stuck in it*

Kori: *was protected by his armor* Natsu: *stands up and gets his sword out- charges at Usomane with it slashing* Usomane: *evading it effortlessly* Kori: Nee-chan! Akinai: Right. *gathers chakra with him for a jutsu* Usomane: Do you honestly think you can hurt me?

Haku: *gatters chakra for Chidori in case they fail* Ayame: Nimpo: Hell Phoenix *her hand create a giant phoenix of fire that goes in Usomane's direction, burning ground on its passage*

Usomane: *manipulates his body around it letting it hit Natsu* Natsu: Aggh! Hanabi: Natsu! *runs to him with Shiji* Kori and Akinai: Ayakaze Style: Subzero Gale! *blows a large chilling wind at Usomane together* Usomane: *stands his ground in it*

Haruka: *runs towards him and starts healing him* Haku: *runs through the wind with Chidori to hit Usomane*

Usomane: *laughs* Childs play. *grabs his hand and sends him into a tree* Kori: It didn't even faze him... Natsu: *being healed* Shiji: *thinking of what to do*

Yuki: *sends sand to keep Haku from hiting the tree* We have to find a way to keep him from morfing... Chiyo: *also thinknig in what to do*

Shiji: *gets closer to him and creates a field of Genjutsu around Usomane with a handsign* Usomane: Genjutsu? *frozen in place- trying to release himself of it* Hanabi: Now! *throws some flames at him* Natsu: *trying to get up*

Chiy: Just in case... *makes sand get around his feet and turns it into stone* Ayame: *throws flames at him too* Haku: *getting up*

Shiji: *same- running low on chakra* Usomane: *forcing himself out of it- laughs at him and breaks out of everything in a violent burst* Hanabi: He's too strong... Kori: *thinking~ Buts he's not like he's trying to kill us... He's just taking our attacks...

Yuki: What do we have to do to beat him? Haku: It's no use... I have no choice but to use "it"... Haruka: *eyes widen* No, Haku... Chiyo: *stares at him* Don't be an idiot! You can't do that!

Shiji: *can't speak telepathically cuz he's too low on chakra* Usomane: *laughing* All of you are really a pathetic lot... Wasting all your time fighting, blind to the fact that my men are about to arrive anytime with Lady Orochiko... Kori: He was just stalling and wearing us down... Akinai: Now it makes sense...

Haku: And it sure worked... We can't waste our time here... Ayame: So let her come with her army. We won't be the only ones finghting against them... Yuki: She's right. There are more people that will fight against them.

Shiji: ... Hanabi: We'll fight till the end. Usomane: *laughs maniacally- looking at Kori and Chiyo- thinking~ She's after those two... And I think she'll find that quiet one over there to be interesting.

Chiyo: You won't be laughing when this war is over and we beat all of you to a pulp! Yuki: *raises fist* You show him, sis! Haku: Neither you will win and neither Orochiko will take any of us with her!

Usomane: *laughing* We'll see about that... *smirks* They're here. *looks behind him and see's the troops coming into view* Kori: *reforms his armor around him* Hanabi: *mumbles* Is Tekka with them?

Haku: *uses byakugan* They all have strong chakras... Chiyo and Yuki: *put sand around them* Ayame: *uses Sharingan* Haruka: *whispers to her* I'll go warn Hokage-sama... *disappears in a wall of fire* (I might not answer after this one... My sister wants to use the computer)

Usomane: *disappears in a faint light and appears in the army* Akinai: *fan at the ready* Natsu: *gets on Mori with his sword* Shiji: *standing ready and quiet* Hanabi: *mumbles* Wether he is or not, I"m ready.

Haku: Ok, now it's time to get serious... Yuki, I'm talking to you... Yuki: *sweatdrops* Allright, allright.... Ayame: *gattering chakra on her hand* Idiot..

Usomane to Orochiko: There are 2 in your capture list up ahead, including the ice boy that escaped... And also one other that may be of interest. *approaching the area with them* Hanabi: *takes out a flower shaped object from her weapons pouch* Everyone ready? Natsu, Kori, Akinai, Mori and Shiji: *nods*

Orochiko: *smirks* I see... The one in black and red clothes... interesting chakra... Tell your men to take those first, but don't hurt them too much, they might be useful not only for their chakra... Ayame, Yuki, Chiyo: *nods* Haku: *nods* Yeah, we're ready...

Usomane: As you wish. *gave the orders to his men* Usomane's men: *starts charging towards the gate* Hanabi: Then here we go... *jumps up high and tosses the flower towards them- does a handsign* Explosive Arts: Spark Flower Jutsu! *the flower petals fly off sending numerous colorful bombs at a few of them* Natsu: *goes running around on Mori swiping at some with his sword* Sword of Gaia!

Ayame: *punchs the ground opening a hole, making some of them fall on it* Haku: *runs towards them using the gentle fist on some* Yuki: *using sand to trap some of them*

Akinai: *blowing some back with her fan* Kori: *using taijutsu while in his armor* Hanabi: *lands back down and sends out a bunch of wisps* Tekka: *jumps in and absorbs them* Hanabi: T-Tekka...?! Tekka: *smirks* Hanabi... Its been awhile. Shiji: *lauches Psyshock at a few- paralyzing them- getting tired from being low on chakra*

Chiyo: *uses sand to push some away and sees Tekka and Hanabi* Who is that? Ayame: *punchs one enemy and looks back*

Natsu: *slashes at a few more* Thats Tekka Murasume... Hanabi's cousin that went rogue one the Sun Village. Hanabi: So its true... You are working for that demon. Tekka: *smiles* And if I am? Hanabi: Then I'll have no choice but to bring you back! Kori: *notices Shiji's reaching his limits and back him up*

Chiyo: *sand is barrying some enemies while she keeps looking at Tekka and Hanabi* Can you take him on alone? ---the others are still fighting---

Hanabi: *attacks him with another wisp and he just absorbs it with his own fire* Not alone I can't... He absorbs any fire I throw at him. Tekka: *watching Chiyo fight and realizes she's the one he's after* Chiyo of the Sand... you're the one I'm after. *approaches Chiyo with intense fire in his hands* --Everyone else still fighting--

Yuki: *looks back and sees Tekka going on his sister's direction* Nee-chan! Chiyo: *calls sand to her hand* If you want to take me, you'll have to defeat me first..

Tekka: Gladly... *jumps over her and forces a fire down on her*

Chiyo: *smirks - sand protects her instantainly, creating a half moon over her* --- everyone else still fighting ----

Tekka: *let his hand hit the sand with a paper bomb- bomb explodes through it* Hanabi: *launches another Spark Flower at Tekka while he's backing off* Shiji: *thinking~ I've just about had it... *collapses to his knees* Kori: Shiji?! Usomane: *ordered a bunch of guys to go for Shiji*

Chiyo: *quickly gets off behind the sand protection and orders sand to follow Tekka's every move* Ayame: Crap... *jumps in front of Shiji and punchs the ground, opening another hole so they fall on it - turns to Kori* They are after him, stay back and keep them away from him! -- Haku and Yuki still fighting --

Tekka: *evades her sand* Hanabi: *launches another Spark Flower at him* You're not getting away! Tekka: Nice try, but I've seen this trick before. *spins around really fast to avoid most of them* Kori: Right. Take it easy Shiji, your too low on chakra. *uses Ice Fall to pierce a bunch of guys* Shiji: *thinking~ I know... *on his hands and knees*

Chiyo: Hanabi, take cover! *joins hands, and a huge wave of sand falls over Tekka* Ayame: Damn, Haruka sure chose a great time to go off... She could restore his chakra... *makes a giant ball of fire and launches it at some guys*

Hanabi: *backs off* Tekka: *braces himself for it* Kori: Sorry, I should've realized it earlier that you were low on chakra when you were quiet... He can't speak through his mind when he's too low, and he's been working his mind alot for us today. *fighting back in his ice armor*

Chiyo: *makes sand fall on him and some of it starts squeezing his legs, going up on his body* Ayame: *looks back after she throws another ball of fire* There's no time for blaiming yourself right now... All you have to do now is protect him and make sure those idiots don't take him.

Tekka: *dissappears in an explosion and reappears behind her- wraps her in Ring of Fire* Hanabi: Chiyo! Kori: Right! *sends a freezing wave of ice at a bunch of them*

"Chiyo": *grins and falls into sand - it was a sand clone* (real)Chiyo: *appears behind him from under the sand and makes a wall of sand hit him* Yuki: *comes closer to Ayame, Kori and Shiji while his sand his squeezing some enemies* Hey, is he allright? (talknig about Shiji)

Tekka: *was pushed back from it* Hanabi: Burn! *unleashes a myriad of wisps on Tekka* Tekka: Ahh! *burned considerably and dissappeared in another explosion- reappears at the top of the gate* You've grown, haven't you. Hanabi: *glaring at him* Kori: He's out of chakra... We need to get him out of here somehow. Natsu and Akinai: *busy fighting*

Chiyo: *glares at him and goes by Hanabi's side* Yuki: Not to worry, the great Yuki of the Sand is here! Ayame: *sweatdrops* What do you think you're doing, Yuki? Yuki: *bends to Shiji's level* It's just about time I use the new jutsu my sis taught me! Ninja Art: Chakra transfer jutsu *places hand on Shiji's head and starts transfering some of his chakra to him* Haku: *still fighting*

Hanabi: You have no idea... *whispering to Chiyo* Help me get him high in the air. *takes out a black ball from her pouch* Shiji: *recieveing chakra from Yuki- opens his eyes back up that were closed* Kori: *defending him*

Chiyo: Ok... *makes sand go on his feet direction, with poisonous needles in it* Yuki: How about that? Are you feeling better? Ayame: *continue to look at Shiji* (I gotta go for now. There are new pics in my gallery, by the way X3 Bye!)

Tekka: *jump up high* Hanabi: *jumps up to the gate- pours alot of chakra into the ball and tosses it- does a handsign* Explosive Arts: Hanabi Finale! --Ball creates a massive and bright explosion at him-- Tekka: How?! *tries to sheild himself from it* Shiji: *sits up sheilding his eyes from the light- telepathically* Alot... Natsu: So bright. *looks away from it* Akinai: *using her fan to to cover her eyes* She used the finale on him?

Chiyo: *sheilding her eyes* Yuki: *looking at the light directly* Wow... Awesome! Ayame: *shields her eyes and his* Idiot... Haku: *shields his eyes* What was that?

Hanabi: Burn you traitor! Tekka: *took some damage from it but disappeared in an explosion of his own* Natsu: *covering his eyes* That would be the Hanabi Finale... She pours a considerable amount of chakra into a special explosive and ignites it with a handsign... Its her most powerful jutsu. --light fades from the area--

Chiyo: *looks around* Where is he? Yuki: Wow, it was awesome! Your friend rules! Ayame: *grins* She sure looks like a powerful opponent.

Hanabi: *lands back to the ground- outta breath a little* Tekka: *reappears back at the top of the gate- arm bleeding and laughs maniacally* To think you can do your finale already... But it pales in comparisson to mine. *takes out a black ball* Natsu: Not good... Shiji: *stand up* Kori: *busy fighting*

Chiyo: *stares at him* That is not a good sign... Ayame: I just hope that doesn't hit Chiyo... Or we'll all be in huge trouble... Yuki and Haku: *fighting*

Hanabi: Don't do it Tekka! Tekka: *starts pouring chakra into it* My orders were to capture Chiyo of the Sand by any means necessary as long as she doesn't die... I'll do anything for Lord Usomane for only he can bring her back... Hanabi: What are you talking about? Tekka: *was about to toss it when Shiji locked him in a genjutsu* Shiji: *telepathically* Thanks Yuki.

Chiyo: ... Yuki: *looks back with Lee's pose* You're welcome! Ayame and Haku: *still fighting*

Tekka: *trapped in genjutsu- drops the ball on the ground* Hanabi: *still confused at what he was talking about* Usomane: *appears in a faint light behind Shiji and knocks him out* For you to be able to take out my most loyal follower means your something special. Kori: Shiji!? Akinai and Natsu: *still fighting*

Chiyo: *uses sand to get around Tekka before he gets free* Ayame: *looks behind* You again? *runs towards Usomane with munstruous strenght combined with fire, punching him*

Tekka: *coming out of the genjutsu* Hanabi: *grabs the ball before he can get it* Usomane: *was pushed back considerably* Natsu: Nature's Chain! *uses the chain and captures Usomane in it- hands it to Ayame* Use that strength to get him up high enough for Hanabi to use another Finale. Kori: *imprisoning Tekka with ice so he doesn't get back up*

Chiyo: *same* Ayame: *grabs it* Allright! *throws him high in the air* Hanabi, it's your turn!

Natsu: Sheild your eyes! *covers his with the rest of my characters* Usomane: *morphing out of the chain* Hanabi: *jumps up to the gate and combines her chakra's with the bit that Tekka left in it- jumps up and tosses it at him- does handsign* Explosive Arts: Hanabi Grand Finale! --bomb of greater intensity then before bombards Usomane with fire and explosions of color from both Hanabi and Tekka--

My characters: *shield their eyes*

Usomane: *falls to the ground hard- body covered in heavy burns* Hanabi: *lands back to the top of the gate- outta breath* Di-did it wo-work? My characters other then Tekka: *uncover there eyes as the light fades* Natsu: I'm not sure... Tekka: *can't move cuz he's pinned down* Lord Usomane!

Chiyo: *uncovers her eyes* Excelent Hanabi! Ayame: *stares at Usomane* ---- dark smoke appears next to him and Orochiko comes from it ---- Orochiko: Well, well... What do we have here? Haku: *gasps* It's her!

Kori: *eyes go wide* Th-thats her... She's the one who did those experiments on me... Usomane: *stands up to his knees and changes form to an older man with a scar on his forehead* Its about time... Hanabi: He's still alive after all that?

Orochiko: Well, better late than ever. I was watching all of you fight and I see my expectations were really fullfield. *turns to Kori* And look, there's the boy that escaped our facilities. I have great plans for you and that lovely read-haired girl over there... Haku: *comes closer* Don't you dare trying to take Chiyo-chan!

Akinai: *gets infront of Kori* And you'll never take Kori from me... Never again! Shiji: *starts to come too and stands back up* Natsu: *gets in front of him* That goes for Shiji as well. Usomane: *laughs and stands completely up* (Hey how do you want this result? Them killing Orochiko and Usomane, or having them take Shiji Kori or Chiyo?)

Chiyo: *sand around her* Haku... Ayame: As my boyfriend would say, "it's troublesome, but it's our job".. *stores chakra on hand* I won't let you take any of them either... (Well, I'm a tragedy lover, but I think I would make them managing to kill Orochiko and Usomane, or at least hurt them enough for them to leave... What do you think?)

Kori:*forming his armor around him once more* Nee-chan... Akinai: I lost you once, and I'm not losing you again. Shiji: *telepathically* Thanks everyone... *gathers a red aura around him* Hanabi: *watching Tekka- making sure he stays down* Usomane: I'd find this touching if I had a heart... But that isn't the case. *transforms in a dragon like creature and flies into the air* (I'm all for a little tragedy, so how about we take one out Usomane and have Orochiko escape with one of them with Tekka?)

Orochiko: Well, guess you guys will have to make those more than words and fight us, uh? *turns her hand into snakes* Yuki: Ew... Ayame: *fire on hands* I hate snakes now... (Ok, so kill Usomane? And who would Orochiko take? - I might not answet after this one)

Akinai: *watches Usomane carefully and waits till he's close* Wind Style: Hollowing Tempest! *launches a powerful wind with shuriken spinning out of it* Usomane: *was blown back and struck* Kori: Ice Style: Frost Dart Jutsu! *shoots out darts of ice at him* Usomane: *changes form to the man again to evade* Shiji: *still building up a red aura for an attack* Natsu: *defending him* (Having Kori taken would be the most dramatic cuz he's been taken before, and maybe have them take Chiyo as well.)

Orochiko: *throws snakes at them* Ayame: *fire on hands creates a wall of fire and protects her* Chiyo and Yuki: *sand defends them* Haku: *evades them* --- Orochiko disappears and reapears behind Haku in a tree, placing chakrao on it - tree comes to life and startes attacking them with its branches ---- (Ok, so Orochiko takes Kori and Chiyo -- Haku's gonna get a depression --- and Usomane?)

Shiji: *evades the tree and gets close to Usomane- launches a large shockwave at him that's silent* Usomane: *gets caught up in it* What is this?! Shiji: *telepathically* Silent Storm Jutsu! Kori: Its working! Hanabi: *launches some wisps at the tree from where she is* Akinai and Natsu: *fighting the tree back with Wind and Earth Style* (Yeah, feel free to take him down.)

Tree (lol): *some branches get burned from Hanabi's wisps but evades the rest of the attacks* Ayame: Fire is stronger against this tree... Hanabi, let's burn this thing up! *build fire on her hands* Chiyo: *uses sand to catch Orochiko's feet and throws her to the ground* Orochiko: *rises her head, smirking, and swords start rising from the ground* Chiyo and Yuki: *jump to a plataform of sand*

Hanabi: You got it! *builds up some more fire into a ring* Fire Style: Ring of Fire Jutsu! *encircles the tree with it* Kori: *goes after Orochiko with Ice Style* Lets see how you like the cold, you snake! Usomane: *comes out of Shiji's jutsu* I've had it with you... Shiji: *evading his attacks* Akinai and Natsu: *preparing for attacks* Tekka: *still trying to get out*

Ayame: Katon: Hell Phoenix! *creates a giant fire in the shape of a phoenix and makes it attack the tree* Tree: *burns and falls down* Orochiko: *smirks* I got used to the cold thanks to you, Kori-kun... *chakra build up on her hands* --- Haruka appears in the gate with Konoha's troops behind her--- Haruka: *points* There they are!! *troops of Konoha start battling against the remaining enemies, leaving Orochiko and Usomane for them* Ayame: It's about time...

Kori: Ice Style: Frost Dart Jutsu! *sends a bunch of icy darts at her* Tekka: *finally gets free and goes after Chiyo again* You're mine, you little wretch! *tosses a few bombs at her* Hanabi: Tekka! Shiji: *jumps out of the way of Usomane* Natsu: Nature's Chain! *wraps Usomane up* Akinai: Sky Strike! *jumps above Usomane and slams him with her fan*

Orochiko: *raises her hand a wave of heat surrounds her, melting the ice* Now it's my turn... *the wave of heat turns in fire and makes a whirl around him* Chiyo: *sand protects her, another wave of sand falling over him*

Kori: *gets caught up in the fire* Ahhgh! Akinai: *looks back at him* Kori! Shiji: *launches another Silent Storm at Usomane* Usomane: *tried to morph but was alot slower- gets hit with it* Agh... How can the attack be effecting me!? Hanabi: *low on chakra* Tekka: *disappears in an explosion- grabs her and seemingly self destructs*

Chiyo: Hanabi! Orochiko: *vanishes and reapears next to Kori* You are coming back to the place you were never suppose to leave from... Ayame: *turns to Usomane - she's imune to electric attacks - and grabs him* I allready told you... You were the only easy target around here! *punchs him with munsturous strenght combined with fire*

Kori: *looks back at her- covered with burns* Akinai: *running with her fan out- launches a blast of wind at Orochiko* Tekka: *still holding Chiyo* I blow myself up instaneously with causing myself any damage... Hanabi: STOP!! *charges at Tekka while he blows himself up a second time* Usomane: *gets punched back again* Natsu: *jumps on Mori* Now Mori! Mori: Right! *grows his antlers out and skewers Usomane with them*

Orochiko: *disappears with Kori reappearing at the top of the gates* Ayame: *looks back at the explosion* Oh no, Chiyo! Haku: *suddenly notices the explosion and eyes widen* Chiyo- chan... Yuki: Nee-chan! Chiyo: *sand protection - like the one Gaara has on his skin - starts to fall of a little* You bastard... *falls on her knees - low on chakra*

Kori: *with Orochiko- too hurt to fight back* Nee-chan... Akinai: *jumping up to the gate* LET GO OF HIM! Shiji: *looks back to see Kori- telepathically* Not again... Hanabi: *braced herself from the explosion- tosses Shuriken at Tekka* Tekka: *disappears with Chiyo in an explosion next to Orochiko* Usomane: *melts away into a black mist*

Orochiko: *grins and turns her finger into a sword, pointing it at Kori´s throat* Now calm down, honey... You wouldn't want him to get some a new necklace now would you? Haku: Chiyo- chan!! *about to jump but stops when Chiyo talks* Chiyo: *weak voice, still on her knees* Don't Haku... Please... You've got hurt too many times because of me... Haku: No... Yuki: Nee-chan...

Akinai: *stops in her tracks* No don't... *starting to cry* Kori: *weakvoice* Don't cry nee-chan... I'll be ok... Kori: *telepathically* But Kori... Hanabi: Tekka don't do this... Tekka: Its pointless Hanabi, I'm not going back... *to Orochiko* Lets go...

Haku: *almost crying* Chiyo- chan... Chiyo: *sad smile* I'll be fine... good bye... Orochiko: Yes. Our job here is done... Don't worry, I'll take good care of them... *pets Kori's hair and laugh maniacally* ----starts fading along with Kori, Tekka and Chiyo ---- Haku: No! *jumps in their direction but they fade away* No... *falls on his kness and holds his face on his hands* Yuki: *shocked, still looking at the gate* Nee-chan... Ayame: *looking mad at the ground* (I might not answer after this one)

Akinai: *drops to her knees devastated* How? How could I let this happen again?! *crying* Shiji: *trying not to show how sad he is* Hanabi: *sad* I couldn't stop him... I'm still no match for him... I'm so sorry Chiyo... Kori... Natsu: At least we took out Usomane...

Ayame: It wasnt' our fault... We did all we could... Haku: *devasted* I should have helped her! I should have prtected her from them but I did nothing! I'm completely useless... *starting to cry* Yuki: *looks slightly at Haku, sadly*

Akinai: I still couldn't protect him... Shiji: *tearing up a lil- telepathically* Why couldn't it have been me... Hanabi: Don't say that... Natsu: C'mon everyone, this isn't over yet... We'll find a way to get them back.

Ayame: They're right! We will get them back, and when we do they will wish they had never taken them! Haku: *gets up* They will pay... I swear!

Hanabi: I'll make that snake burn to a crisp! Akinai: I swear... I get him back... If its the last thing I do... Shiji: *telepathically* Right now, we need to rest and figure out a way to find them.

Ayame: Ok then... *turns back* HARUKA!!! GET YOUR ASS HERE AND HEAL US ALLREADY!!! Haku: Yuki: *covering his ears* Oh god, that was unecessary!

Akinai, Natsu, Shiji, Hanabi, and Mori: *sweatdrop*

Haruka: *comes running* Geez, Aya, you don't have to scream! Ayame: *eye twitch* My name is not Aya... Yuki: Awww, so cute... Aya-chan! Ayame: *turns to Yuki with fire on background* You... are so dead! Haku: *sweatdrops* She hates when somebody calls her Aya.... Though I don't really know why... Haruka: Whatever... *goes to heal Hanabi and Natsu first*

Hanabi and Natsu: *being healed* Akinai: *laughs a lil* Well Aya means colorful... I guess she doesn't like to think of herself as a colorful person.

Haku: Makes sence... Yuki: *covering his head* No, please have mercy! Ayame: *walking towards him still with fire on background, smiling evily* I do not understand the meaning of the word "mercy"! Yuki: Haruka: Oh please, Aya, give it a rest.. *heals Akinai and Shiji* Ayame: *turns to her* MY NAME IS NOT AYA!

Hanabi: *giggles* Remind you of anyone Natsu? Natsu: *nods* She's like a female version of Aitate... He gets teased alot cuz of his name and feaks out over it. Shiji: *telepathically* Only he uses lightening.

Haruka: Really? I think his name is nice... And so is Aya... *heals Haku and Yuki* Ayame: *eye twitch* Aya is a horrible name... Yuki: *being healed and smiels inocently* Aw, I think it suits you! Ayame: *turns to him, glaring* Haku: You don't know when to shut up, do you?

Akinai: Yuki, since we're both missing a sibling why don't we stick together during this mission. *trying to get him to stop bugging Ayame and behave* I'll be like your temporary nee-chan.

Yuki: Ok! *smiles innocently* I will be your temporary sweet little brother. Ayame: Don't put that angel look on you, you are a demon! Yuki: *fake shock* Oh how can you say that?! Haruka: *healing Ayame* I could use a temporary younger sister... Ayame: Very funny. Haku: Actually it's a good idea that we split teams acording to our strenghts and weaknesses in this mission. Since Yuki uses sand attacks and lacks physic strenght, Akinai can back him up and use also wind attacks.

Akinai: *giggles* Thats what I was thinking also. I'll look out for you just like I would Kori. *smiles* Hanabi: But how are we gonna track down Orochiko and bust them out? Natsu: We'll need someone skilled in tracking and stealth in order to do that... Kuro's pretty stealthy with his darkness, but we'd have to wait for him to get here.

Yuki: And I will annoy you just like I did to Chiyo... I mean, I will support you! *innocent smile with sweatdrop* Ayame: *rolls her eyes* Haruka: Well, we could wait for your friend to come but we also have somebody like that... I'm just no sure if he'll be wiling to help... Haku: You're talking about Kaneo, right? He can turn into plants, rocks and sorts so he is stealthy. Also he can sense evil since he was... Haruka: *looks at him*

Akinai: *laughs* We'll see about that... And if your friend won't help us, then I'll send for Kuro. Hanabi: Then that just leaves how we'll find them. Shiji: *leaning against the gate- eyes go wide and starts to glow with an aura- having a vision*

Haku: *sighs* Kaneo would be a great help though... Haruka: You know how he's afraid to be with other people... It's better if we don't bother him... *sees Shiji glow* What is happening to him? Yuki: *looks woried*

Natsu: *laughs* Don't worry, he's just having a vision... Its been awhile since I've seen him have one though. Hanabi: *nods* Shiji: *holds his head- seeing Kori and Chiyo being chained by each other in Orochiko's hideout*

Haku: What are you seeing? Yuki: I hope he's seeing the way... Ayame: ... to Orochiko's hideout? Yuki: No, the the Restaurant! I'm starivng! Ayame: *smacks his dead* Idiot!

Shiji: *comes out of the vision- looks around at everyone- telepathically* I saw Kori and Chiyo being chained in a cell together... They're at a sinister hideout hidden northeast of here just past the forest. Hanabi: Yeah, now we can find them! Akinai: *sighs of relief* At least there together.

Yuki: I hope my sister isn't hurt, or I will show her what this guy can do when he's pissed off! Ayame: Ok, so now that we are all recovered, are we going to her hideout or wait for your friend?

Shiji: *telepathically* They weren't too hurt, but they were unconcious... And judging by the look of the place, we should manage to get in ourselves. Hanabi: *nods* Natsu: *gets on Mori*

Haku: Ok, then let's go! Ayame: *nods and turns to Haruka* And don't even think of leaving us now. Haruka: *smiles* I won't... *evil grin* Aya... Ayame: *eye twitch* You...

Hanabi: This isn't the time to be annoying each other... *glad Kuro didn't have to come* Akinai and Shiji: *sprint off in the direction of northeast* Natsu: *dashes on Mori*

Ayame: *glares at Haruka and sprints towards northeast too* Haruka: *grins and follows her* Haku, Yuki: *sprint towards northeast*

Hanabi: *follows* Natsu: So were there any guards at the front of the entrance? Shiji: *shakes his head- telepathically* No, but there could be a trap or two... Akinai: We need to come up with a stradegy for this... There are 8 of us, so lets split up into two teams of 4.

Yuki: Ok, I'll go with my temporary sister *smiles at Akinai* Haruka: And it's better if Ayame doesn't go with you... Since Yuki has his sand protection, there's not much need for me to go on his team, since he can protect the rest of the team... Haku: *nods* Since both Hanabi and Ayame deal with fire maybe they should go together so they can combine powers... Not to mention Ayame's strenght.. She can us it to cover somebody who lacks physical strenght...

Shiji: *telepathically* That would be me... I'm terrible at Taijutsu... Natsu: I'm strong with both Taijutsu and wood and earth style ninjutsu... Hanabi: So the line up is: Team 1 Me Ayame Shiji and Haku, Team 2 Akinai Yuki Haruka and Natsu?

Haku: *nods* Haruka: *nods too* Yeah, that should do it! So how are we going to do this? Ayame: Haku could go first and inspecionate things with his byakugan... Haku: Sure, it's better to see if there's any traps...

Natsu: *nods* I'm used to dealing with traps cuz of my teammate Hanei, so I might be able to disarm them if there are. Akinai: If you can't and we can't avoid them, we'll have to think of something else.

Yuki: Well, it depends on the trap. The most used ones are based on kunais and shurikens, so if he can't disarm them I can protect us with the sand. Ayame: *surprised* That was actually a good idea. Haruka: *nods* And after the traps we must be ready if there are enemies inside waiting...

Shiji: *telepathically* I'll be able to sense if there are or not. Natsu: Once we get there Mori, I'm gonna dispell you ok? You've been a great help to us all, but a hideout is no place for a deer... Mori: *nods* Understood, Master Natsu.

Haku: *nods* It was thanks to him that Usomane was destroyed after all... Haruka: Are we close to the place, Shiji?

Hanabi: *nods* Yeah, the real Kuro will be happy he's gone... Natsu: *nods* Shiji: *telepathically* We should be approaching it soon. Akinai: *jumps higher to the tree's* If its in a cliffside, I think I see it. Shiji: *nods- telepathically* Thats it.

Haku: Ok, guys, are we going to split in the teams or remain together until we're inside? Ayame: Either way, we'll kick their asses... Haruka: *smiles and sweatdrops* Yeah, but take it easy in there, ok?

Akinai: It makes more sense to split up once we get inside... Once we do, scour the area to find them if Haku's Byakugan can't detect them.

Haku: *nods* Ok, you got it. *uses byakugan and sees the hideout* It's just some trees away now. Yuki: Hold on sis, and Kori. We'll get you guys out of there.

Akinai: *jumps closer to Yuki* We will... I won't let him suffer anymore. Natsu: *rides on up ahead on Mori and stops in front of the cliffside* So this is it? Shiji: *nods as he comes out of the forest with Hanabi*

Haku: *still with byakugan, looks around* Just as I thought... There are some traps around the entrance... But not much though...

Natsu: *jumps down off of Mori* Alright buddy, time for you to go. *pets him* Mori: *nods* Goodbye everyone. Natsu: *dispells him* Show me where they're located and I'll do my best to disarm them. Akinai: I doubt they'll be that easy to take out.

Haku: *looks down* Well, there's one right in front of me.. I suppose thet if I step on it, it will trigger the other trap that's located in the cliffside... Ayame: Which is... Haku: *looks at her* A fire blast.. And I think there are shuriken in it... There are more of those traps close by to the trees..

Natsu: Thats easy, Hanei uses these kind all the time. *places his hand where the trap is set and uses chakra to pull it carefully out- takes out a kunai and severs the trapwire without any hitches* Hanabi: *thinking~ That's my Natsu!

Haruka: Good! Are here any more traps? Haku: *looks around* Besides of the ones I told you, it seems like the entrance has exlosives on it too... It seems to be protected with chakra, and it releasts a poisonous gas when it explodes...

Natsu: Much more complex, but not impossible... Hanabi take care of the explosives if they detonate, and Akinai use that fan if the gas comes out. Hanabi and Akinai: *nods* Natsu: *takes out a some paper seal and places it on the entrane- does a hand sign and the seal disrupts the chakra barrier* Half way there. *pulls out the wire with chakra and severs it* Shiji: *telepathically* Impressive.

Haku: *eyes normal* Excelent job, Natsu! There's no more traps around, as far as I can see. Yuki: Ok, then we should get in and prepare if there's enemies...

Natsu: Well my teammate is a trap master, so I picked up a few things from her. Shiji: *telepathically* I don't sense anyone too close to the entrance, but we should still proceed with caution. Akinai: *nods*

Haku: Ok... *gets in* Haruka, Yuki: *follows* Ayame: *follows, looking around in case they are attacked*

Natsu, Shiji, Hanabi, Akinai: *follows* Akinai: *standing by Yuki* Can you sense where they're at with your byakugan, Haku?

Haku: *looks with byakugan* They are separate in two groups... One is at the left and the other at the right... Just a little farther from where we are... Looks like 5 man in each group...

Shiji: *telepathically* They must've moved them since my vision... Akinai: Yeah... And if there are others with them being captive we should try to get them out too. Natsu: Time to split up then.

Ayame: Allright... *moves towards Hanabi and Shiji* Haku: *follows her* Haruka: *moves with Yuki towards Akinai and Natsu* Take care of Aya for me, will you Hanabi? *smiles* Ayame: *eye twitch*

Hanabi: *sweatdrops* Uh, sure... Natsu: And take care of Hanabi for me... *blushes faintly* Hanabi: *blushes also* I'll be fine... Akinai: *next to Yuki* We'll look out for each other.

Haruka: You got it! Yuki: Believe it!! Haku: Then let's get going.

Hanabi and Shiji: *walk off toward the right with Haku and Haruka* Natsu and Akinai: *walks off with Yuki and Ayame towards the left*

Haruka: So, are they close? Haku: Yeah.. Their chakras aren't too strong. I think Orochiko understimated us. Yuki: I wonder which kunoichis whore chosen to make Orochiko.. I mean, she has different kinds of attacks: she can use snakes, turn her fingers into swords, create waves of heat and turn them into fire... Ayame: She was probably made out of kunoichis from all ninja villages... Some kunoichis disappeared years ago but they never found out where they were taken...

Hanabi: I think Usomane underestimated us more... Afterall it was Shiji's attack that finally weakened him. Shiji: *telepathically* Its Silent Storm... It sends a silent shock wave pulsing into an opponent damaging there nerves and inner organs. Natsu: That seems likely... But there's always more then one way to learn a jutsu. Akinai: *nods* Like your wood style, for instance. Your not even supposed to know it in the first place.

Haku: That's a good jutsu. *looks in front* Ok, guys, we're getting close to them.. Ayame: *gatters chakra* Yuki: You got that right. I learned some jutsus because my sister passed some of her chakra to me... Ayame learns jutsu that her sharingan copies... Haruka: *nods and looks at Akinai* Why wasn't he supposed to know it? (Hey Pink, are you going to koin my story? X3)

(Yeah, but I haven't gotten around to making a character yet.) Hanabi and Shiji: *gather chakra and get ready* Akinai: Well maybe you would know about it... There was once a man who was able to use the Wood Style in Konoha because of an experiment done by Orochimaru... Natsu: And that man is my father... (Ok, so Natsu being Yamato's son kinda make my story a next gen too.)

(Ok X3) Haruka: Wood style in Konoha... I think my mother was once trained by a man with that habilitie... Is his name Yamato? Yuki: ...

Hanabi and Shiji: *same* Natsu: Yamato isn't his real name, but thats the guy... He's also the one who made the Hidden Hollow's in the first place with his Wood Style ninjutsu.

---noises show the enemies are approaching ---- Haku: They're coming... Ayame: Yeah, I hear them *grins* Haruka: I see... Yuki: *sand on his gourd gets out* The enemies must be close by... My sand only comes out when there is someone close about to attack...

Shiji: *telepathically* I think there's 5 of them, so we're out numbered. Hanabi: *smiles* That just makes it more fun. *makes a flame in her hand* Akinai: We should try to avoid them if necessary, but if we can't then prepare yourselves. Natsu: *nods and gets his sword ready*

Ayame: Agreed... Haku: *sighs* Well, guess there's nothing more to do than get rid of those guys... --- 5 enemies appear in front of them ---- Enemy: Well, seems like we have 4 kids here... Yuki: You're the boss! *sand gets around his feet* Haruka: *uses sharingan* --- Enemies appear ---

Hanabi: *giggles* Who're you calling a kid? *launches the fire at him* Shiji: *telepathically* Don't underestimate us. *launches a Psyshock at one enemy* Enemy: Aggh! *was stunned* Akinai: *pulls out her fan* Natsu: *slashes at one guy* I'll handle this one... He looks stupid enough. Enemy: *evades* Now you're asking for it!

Enemy: *avoids the fire and charges at her* Yuki: *laughs* They all look stupid... *sand gets around two of them and throws them in the air* Haruka: *uses poisonous needles to attack one of them* Enemy; Agh! *gets hit by some needles*

Hanabi: *shuffles around him while trapping him in Ring of Fire* Burn! Akinai: *jumps over the one Shiji has stunned and knocks him out with her fan*

Enemy: *trapped by fire* Agh! Ayame: *grabs an enemy and punchs him against the wall* Haku: *uses rasengan on one enemy* Enemy: *falls to the floor* Yuki: *commands the sand to crush the enemies* Enemies: *crushed XD*

Shiji: *traps the last one in genjutsu* Akinai: *sweatdrops* That sand isn't very subtle, but it gets the job done.

Ayame: *pocking the guy she knocked out* Aw, what a drag... This guys weren't even worth my time... Haku: *laughs* Are you starting to talk like Tsuneo? Ayame: *blushes lightly* Hmph... Yuki: Well, as long as it protects this beautiful face, I'm not concerned if it's subtile or not *child smile* Haruka: *turns* Are we done here?

Hanabi: *giggles* C'mon, lets keep going. Shiji: *nods and continues walking* Akinai: Yup. Natsu: *puts his sword up and continues walking*

Haku: *looks around with byakugan* I don't see anymore traps... but there's a room in front with a lot of people with different chakras... Ayame: Maybe there's where they kepp the captives.

Shiji: *telepathically* I'm sensing alot of saddness and suffering, so it must be... Hanabi: Are there any guards that we'll have to deal with? Akinai: We should be getting close to where there are captives...

Haku: *shakes his head no* I don't sense anyone, which is strange. I don't see how they could be hiding from my byakugan, but if they are we should be prepared. Ayame: *nods* Haruka: Yes. Yuki, can you investigate? Yuki: Sure thing! *sand creates a third eye that goes in front of them towards the hall*

Shiji: *nods- telepathically* Lets go. Hanabi: *proceeds into the room with caution* Natsu: You don't see that everyday. Akinai: Nope, but I've seen stranger. (Is Kori gonna be where Shiji and them are or is Chiyo?)

Haku: *goes into the room looking around* Ayame: *stays at the door, looking back in case enemies appear* Yuki: *laughs* I learned that from my dad. He can do practically anything with sand. (It could be Kori, and Akinai and her group could find Chiyo, so the emotion is bigger whem the teams reunite )

Shiji: *looking around- telepathiclly* I think we're safe.... Hanabi: approaches some cells* There are prisoners here. Natsu: *laughs a lil*(-k-)

Haku: *with his byakugan, sees Kori's chakra* Kori is in this cells. Ayame: *looks back at them* We should try to free the prisoners while nobody's coming... ---sand eye comes back and it divides itself into sand --- Yuki: Ok, as I could see there is a room near here with some prisoners. I saw Chiyo in there, but Kori isn't there. They may have taken him to another room.

Hanabi: Yeah... Shiji: *runs to Kori's cell- telepathically* Kori... Kori: *looks pretty beaten up and barely awake* Sh-Shiji...! Akinai: I understand... Lets proceed with caution and get her out of here with as many as we can.

Ayame: *opening the cells of the others* Haku: Kori, are you allright? Yuki: Yes, sir! Haruka: *walks in front with sharingan activated and opens the door*

Hanabi: *helping Ayame* Kori: *looks sad* They beat me for escaping and my wrist might be broken... Shiji: *opening the cell* Broken wrist?! Akinai and Natsu: *following in*

Ayame: *opens the last one* Those bastards... Don't worry, my sister will take care of that. Haku: They'll pay for that! If they did the same to Chiyo-chan, I swear I'll kill them! Haruka: *looks around in the room* It's clear, we can go in.

Kori: *stands up and winced in pain* Agh... Hanabi: Don't push yourself... Shiji: *Telepathically* She's right... *holding him up* Akinai: *went in* Where's Chiyo? Natsu: *starts opening cells* She's in here.

Ayame: Hurry, I think I heard steps! Haku: *moves towards the entrance next to Ayame* Yuki: *runs towards Natsu and sees Chiyo in the cell* Nee-chan! Chiyo: *looks up, with bruises on her face and arms* Yuki...

Shiji and Hanabi: *helped Kori get out of the room* Natsu: *opening more cells* Akinai: *opens Chiyo's cell* You alright?

Haku: *uses byakugan* It's more enemies... They're coming this way. Ayame: Then we should hurry and try to find the others! Chiyo: I'm fine... *tries to stand up but fails* Yuki: You're not fine, nee-chan! Take it easy

Hanabi: Right... Shiji: *still helping Kori get back* Natsu: *finishes up* I could summon Mori again to carry her.

Haku: *walks in front* The others are this way *points at a hall* Yuki: Ok... Chiyo: *trying to get up again* Don't worry about me, I'm ok... Haruka: Please, Chiyo, stay there, it's better for you..

Hanabi and Shiji: *follow Haku's directions* Kori: *wincing pain every so often* Natsu: *take a step back and summons Mori* Mori: Yes Master Natsu? Natsu: We need you to carry Chiyo out of here. Mori: Understood. *lays down so Chiyo can get on him* Akinai: *making sure no one's coming*

Haku: *gets close to the room where the others are* Ayame: *looks back as she hears steps coming close* They're coming.. Yuki: *helps Chiyo get on Mori* You'll be allright nee-chan... Haruka, can't you take care of her wounds? Haruka: *shakes her head no* She has the same sand protection on her skin as her father... Only a specialist in medical jutsu like my mother can take care of her now... (Sakura is the successor of Tsunade in my story X3)

Hanabi: *looks back* If the worse happens, I'll blow us up an escape route outta here. Shiji: *telepathically* The others are just up ahead. Akinai: *hears them coming* Someone's coming. *gets her fan out in case its an enemy* Natsu: Is it an enemy? Mori: *stands back up with Chiyo on him*

Haku: Ok, then let's go in. Ayame: *still looking back* Good idea, Hanabi. It's better to escape than fight with Kori in this condition... Haruka: *senses Ayame's chakra* No, there's someone with the Sharingan chakra with them... It has to be my sister and the others.

Hanabi: *nods and continues following while looking back* Akinai: *See's them coming* It is them... Kori! *runs to Shiji carrying him* Kori: Nee-chan...

Haku: Chiyo-chan! *runs towards Mori and Chiyo* Yuki: Well, nice to see you, Haku... Haruka: *giggles* Give him a rest, Yuki... Haku: I was so worried! *hugs Chiyo* Chiyo: *blushes lightly* There's no need to worry... I'm fine..

Hanabi: *keeping watch* Akinai: *runs up to Kori with a tear in her eye and gently hugs him* Kori Ayakaze, you had me so scared... Kori: *winces alot* Ow, nee-chan...! Akinai: *lets go* I'm sorry, I'm so sorry... Whats wrong? Kori: They beat me..... And my wrist is in alot of pain...

Ayame: You can take care of him, right sis? Haruka: *nods* Yeah, but we have to hurry and get out of here so my mom can take care of Chiyo... *moves towards Kori and starts healing him* Yuki: They beat you? Why? You were allready hurt when you were taken here.

Kori: *being healed* It was punishment for escaping last time... Akinai: *can't help but look sad* Shiji: *telepathically* That b**** is gonna pay for all of this one day... Natsu: *gets on Mori with Chiyo*

Ayame: *grins* Well, you can make some of her man pay now, cause they're coming! Haku: Don't worry, Chiyo-chan, I'll also make them pay for taking you away... Chiyo: *blushes a lil* There's no need...

Shiji: *builds chakra- telepathically* They're mine! Ninja Art: Red Distortion! *does a handsign and the men freeze in place- there bodies glow red and begin to stretch and skew out of place* Kori: *still being healed* Shiji...

Yuki: He's scary when he's mad... Ayame: *smirks* Haruka: *finishes her healing* Ok, you should be feeling better now, Kori...

Kori: *nods* Yeah, thanks Haruka. *Stands up from sitting* Shiji: *stretches them into painful poses- telepathically* You wanna get punch in Haku?

Haku: *cracks knuckles* Hell yeah! *runs towards them and starts beating them* Haruka: You're welcome... *sees Haku and sweatdrops* Males can be such animals sometimes... Yuki: *cheering* Go Haku!

Hanabi: You can say that again. Akinai: *jumps up and over one and clubs him with her fan* That's for hurting my little brother! Kori: Nee-chan... Natsu: *sweatdrops* So can women sometimes.

Yuki: Go Akinai! Ayame: *glares* What did you say? Haruka: *sweatdrop gets bigger* Please, Ayame... you're no one to talk...

Natsu: Nothing, nothing... *gets on Mori with Chiyo just in case* Kori: Thats enough Shiji, Nee-chan... Shiji: *stops his jutsu* Akinai: *blew the away with her fan straight into a wall*

Chiyo: Yes, it's enough Haku... don't waste time with them... Haku: *lets one of them fall to the ground unconscious* Ok.. just because you asked.. Haruka: *smiles* So, can we all go now? Yuki: Aw, now that things were getting interesting....

Akinai: Yeah, we should be getting out of here while we can. Hanabi: I can blow us up an escape route outta here if you want. *takes out a few paper bombs*

Yuki: Yeah, sure! I want to see more of your explosions, they rock! Haruka: *nods* If it's faster, then it's the better way.

Hanabi: *giggles* It'll be WAY faster, just stand back. *places the paper bombs on a stone wall- does a few handsign* Explosive Art: Paper Bombardment! --paper bombs glow bright and explode the wall down--

Yuki: AWESOME!! Haruka: *sweatdrops and smiles* Calm down, Yuki... Haku: Excellent, now we can get out!

Hanabi: Yup! *runs through the wall* Kori, Shiji and Akinai: *follow her* Natsu: Try to hold on Chiyo.

Haruka, Ayame, Yuki and Haku: *run through the wall too* Chiyo: Ok... *hold on to Mori*

Mori: *Dashes out through the wall* Kori: *in between Akinai and Shiji headed back to Konoha*

--- they arrive to Konoha --- Haruka: Ok, come with me to my house, my mother will take care of Chiyo there... Haku: *nods* Let's hurry then, before -- Honoka: *far away* HAAAAKU UZUMAKIII!!! Haku: Oh lord... (I had to bring her back XD)

(XD) Kori and Shiji: *sweatdrop* Mori: *standing by Haruka with Natsu and Chiyo still on him*

Haruka: Was that Honoka? Honoka: *sprinting towards Haku, when she arives starts shaking him frenetically* What the hell were you thinking???? Leaving me unconscious at home????!! And then leaving without warning anyone??? I was worried sick, believe it!! Haku: *being shaken* Ho-no-ka, st-op it!

Akinai: Yeah, calm down. Haku had to leave to help fight off invaders to Konoha... Shiji: *worried that she'll remember that he's the one that made her unconicous*

Honoka: *still shaking him* They could even be aliens, for all I care!! He had to tell me first!!! Ayame: *eye twitches* She's so annoying...

Hanabi: But you were put unconcious cuz you couldn't control yourself by... *glances at Shiji* Shiji: *sweatdrops and backs away slightly*

Honoka: *lets go of Haku and glares at Shiji* You... Haku: *sweatdrops* Hm, Honoka., it was for the best! You were enraged and you could loose control anytime! Haruka: *to Mori* Hm, we could get going to my place while they... erm, talk. *sweatdrops*

Shiji: *telepathically* I'm sorry, but it was the only thing that could be done to calm you down. Mori and Natsu: *nods* Lead the way.

Honoka: *gets close to Shiji and starts shaking him too* And you let my brother go fight those dangerous people???? Without a warning??? Haku: Hey, I'm not a baby! Yuki: *sweatdrops* Erm, Honoka, let him go... Haruka: Allright.. *leads them to her house*

Shiji: *being shook up* @_@ *telepathically* B-but they to-ok Chi-yo and K-Kori from us...~ Kori: *glaring at Honoka for shaking him*

Honoka: *suddenly stops shaking him* Chiyo and Kori? *looks at Haku* Is that true? Haku: Hm, yeah... Orochiko kidnapped them and we had to go save them... Honoka: Hm... *looks at Shiji* Ok, I forgive you... *lets him go and turns to Haku* But I'm not done with you yet! Haku: *sweatdrops* Haruka: *knocking on door* Mom, it's Haruka. Sakura: *opens the door* Haruka, honey where have you been? And who are they? *looks at Natsu and Mori*

Kori: *catches him cuz he was gonna fall back* I've got you. Shiji: *telepathically* Th-thanks... Hanabi: *giggles* Natsu: *gets off of Mori* I'm Natsu Mido and this is Mori... Mori: *nods*

Honoka: Next time you're gonna abbandomn your precious sister at least tell somebody were you are going! Haku: Ok, mom.. Honoka: *glares* Haruka: They helped us getting Chiyo back, since she was kidnapped by Orochiko. She need healing, can you help her? Sakura: Of course, come in.

Akinai and Hanabi: *giggle* Shiji: *stands up straight again* Kori: *still glaring slightly at Honoka* Natsu and Mori: *follow Sakura*

Haku: You cant just start shaking people, Honoka... Honoka: *smiles at Shiji* Sorry, but I was really upset... *glares at Haku* I'm not forgiving you... Haku: *sighs* Sakura: Ok, you can seat here *points a chair to Natsu* and you deer can rest by your side. Lay Chiyo here, please, Haruka *points at a bed* Haruka: *nods and helps Chiyo lay down*

Shiji: *thinking~ At least she forgives me... Akinai: I don't blame you for being upset, but please forgive your brother... I'm sure he wanted to tell you or someone, but nobody was around. Am I right? Natsu: *sits in the chair* Thanks. Mori: *lays down beside him* Natsu: *thinking~ Did she really work with my dad?

Honoka: *raises an eyebrow, looking at him* Haku: *making puppy eyes* It's true... Honoka: *making puppy eyes too* Aw, I can't resist those eyes! Ok, you're right! I forgive you *hugs him* Chiyo: *lays down* Sakura: *hand glows with chakra* Ok, if you want to heal Chiyo next time I'm not around, you have to build up a specific chakra. Haruka: *nods* Sakura: *starts healing Chiyo with a yellow chakra, and looks at Natsu's headband* You came from the Village Hidden in the Hollows?

Akinai: *smiling* Natsu: Yeah, I live and grew up there but my dad was from the Hidden Leaf. (Yamato created the Hollow's as a refuge for war ridden and homeless civilians from various countries and Natsu's mom was one of them.)

Haku: *hugs her back* You know you're the most important person in my life.. right after Chiyo-chan... Honoka: *smiles* Yeah... But I was the most important before you met her... *grins evily* I migt have to kill her to regain my position... Haku: Sakura: *still healing Chiyo* I see... What was his name? Haruka: *watching carefully*

Akinai, Shiji, Hanabi and Kori: *sweatdrop* Natsu: I think you would know him by the name Yamato...

Honoka: *laughs* Ah, you fell for it, believe it!! Haku: That was not funny! Ayame: *smacks forehead* God have mercy... Yuki: *laughs* Sakura: *laughs* Yamato-sensei... I sure remember him.. There was a time when he was leading my team, and he used to scare us with a light on his face... *laughs* Ah, so many memories... How is he now?

Hanabi: *in giggle fit* You got him good. Kori: *thinking~ I'd hate have her as a nee-chan... Akinai: *laughs* Shiji: *sighs in his thoughts and leans against a tree* Natsu: *laughs* Yeah, he'll get me sometimes with it too. He's been doing good and trained me well.

Haku: You think you're so smart! *starts tickling her* Honoka: *being tickled, laughing* Sakura: So it seems. You look powerful enough. I'm glad he's doing fine, he deserves it. *finishes healing* Ok, Chiyo, you're ready to go! Chiyo: *gets up* Thanks... I'm feeling much better now...

Hanabi and Akinai: *laughing at them* Natsu: *nods* Thats good... I've never met a medical ninja as good as you.

Haku: *stops tickling her* So, when did you wake up? Honoka: Mom said I woke up about 30 minutes after you left me... Haku: I see... *smirks* You know, Mori had to carry you all the way to Konoha... Honoka: I rided Mori??? That cute deer?? OMG, why can't I remember that?? Sakura: *smiles* Thanks. I had good teachers. Do you need any healing, or has my daughter taken care of you allready?

Hanabi: Its ok, I'm sure Mori will let you ride him again when he comes back... Natsu lets me ride him all the time. Akinai: ... Natsu: *laughs* No, I'm fine... But she did heal me and my friends when we needed it.

Honoka: YAY!! ^-^ So, did you guys had to fight against Orochiko and her army? Sakura: Great. *looks at Haruka smiling* My daughter has been learning medical jutsu from me and so far she's been doing good. Haruka: *smiles* I also have good teachers.

Akinai: Yeah, we did... We even managed to destroy Usomane thanks to Shiji's Silent Storm. Shiji: *blushes faintly in embarresment* Hanabi: *thinking~ But Tekka got away again... Natsu: Yeah, I can tell... My dad was a good teacher for me too.

Honoka: Really? Great job! *tackles Shiji* It's 1-0, Good Guys winning! Haku: Yeah, but Orochiko got away... as well as Kenshin and their followers... Yuki: No worries, we'll crush them some other time. Sakura: I bet. He was a great teacher to me and my team. He even helped our Hokage many times with his demon, the Kyuubi. We owe him a lot of things. The least we can do is help you in return.

Shiji: *is tackled- telepathically~ Ok, now could you get off of me? Kori: *glares at Honoka again- thinking~ If she knows whats good for her, she'll get off of him... Hanabi: *cheers up a little* Yeah, we'll get them one day. Natsu: *smiles* Its wierd... I've barely been to the Leaf Village, but this place feels like my second home.

Honoka: Hm? *sees Kori glaring and lets him go* Oh, sure, or else Kori will mutilate me... *giggles* Haku: *sweatdrops* Ayame: *smirks* That would be fun to see... Sakura: It's normal. When children have a good relationship with their parents, they feel safe in the same places as their parents did. I'm glad you like our town, it's a sign that out Hokage has been doing a good job... *smiles*

Shiji: *sighs in his thoughts- telepathically* Would you really mutilate her? Kori: No, but I would've put a big chill down her spine... Akinai: *sweatdrops* Natsu: Yeah, he has. Mori: *nods*

Honoka: *sweatdrops* Eh, no need to get violent! Haku: *nods* Besides, she allready has a boyfriend... *smirks at Yuki* Honoka: *blushes* For the last time, NO!!!!! Yuki: *sweatdrops* Why did you have to involve me in this conversation? Sakura: *smiles* Well, thank you and your friends for helping our town against Orochiko... Haruka: *looks at Sakura suspiciously* How did you know they helped us on the fight? Sakura: *sweatdrops* Erm.. well, your father was worried.. and he followed you... Haruka: WHAT??!

Kori: And who's her boyfriend? Shiji: ... Hanabi: *thinking about Natsu when the word 'boyfriend' came up* Natsu: Uh, is that a bad thing?

Haku: *smirks* Oh, just a certain brown haired boy that can control sand... Honoka: *blushing more* No, no and no!! It's not true!! Yuki: Dude, it's not fair to accuse me of something when my sister isn't around to protect me!! Haruka: *sweatdrops* My father is extrmelly overprotective of me and my sister... I hate when he follows us around... Sasuke: *appears behind her* Is that so? Haruka: Eeek!

Kori: *laughing* Akinai: I'll protect you. *gets in front of Yuki* Haku, leave him alone or you'll answer to a powerful gale. Natsu: *sweatdrops with Mori*

Yuki: You show him! Haku: *laughs* Ok, I'll leave him alone. Honoka: *blush starting to vanish* And leave me alone too! He is NOT my boyfriend! Ayame: *isn't listening cause she's thinking about Tsuneo* Haruka: *sweatdrops* Ah, daddy, I didn't knew you were here! Sasuke: Can't a father worry about his oldest daughter anymore? *turns to Natsu* And who is this? *evil glare* I hope he's not intending to take my daughter anywhere... Haruka: Dad! (Sasuke is a scary father o.e... reminds me of my dad)

Kori: *confused* Akinai: *giggles and gets outta the way* Kori, Yuki and I became temporary siblings when we were looking for our real siblings. Kori: Oh... I get it now. Hanabi: *thinking about Natsu* Natsu: N-no sir, I'm Natsu Mido and we were just on a mission together, thats all.

Yuki: And that makes you my brother too! Isn't that awesome? Haku: *still smirking at Honoka* Honoka: Stop it! Sasuke: *raises an eyebrow* Really? Haruka: Yeah, dad, he helped us on the fight against Orochiko. Sasuke: Hm... Well, you better not have any vil intentions towards my daughter, or you'll wish you never layed eyes on her... Haruka: *pulling his sleeve* Dad, stop it!

Kori: Cool, I've got a brother now! Shiji: *laughing through telepathy* Akinai: And I guess that makes Chiyo a sister to me... Natsu: N-not at all, I already have a girlfriend in the first place. *nervous laugh- thinking~ And you're alot scarier then her dad...

Yuki: Yeah, we're all a big family! Haku: By the way, why are they taking so long? Chiyo-chan should be healed by now... Sasuke: Good... Haruka: Erm, we have to go next to the others, Haku must be worried. Right, Natsu? *sweatdrops* Chiyo: *allready at the door* Sasuke: *raises an eyebrow* Haruka: It's fine dad...

Akinai: I'm sure we'll see them soon. Natsu: Yeah, we should be getting back. *stands up* C'mon Mori. Mori: *follows them out*

Honoka: Maybe Haruka's dad is making a scene because of her arriving home with a boy... like the last time... Haku: *emo traces* Dont' remind me of that... I thought he was going to kill me... Haruka: Bye mom, dad... *closes the door - turns to Natsu* I'm so sorry! My dad overreacted. I hope you're not upset...

Hanabi: You don't think he hurt Natsu, do you? Natsu: Don't worry about it... Its only natural for a dad to worry about their child...

Honoka: Since Haruka is with him, no. But if she leaves them alone, I don't know what he would do... Haku: Sasuke-sensei must be the most protective person I've ever met, when it concers his kids... Haruka: Yeah, but he worries to much! *annoyed* He still acts like I was a lil baby...

Akinai: Don't worry, I'm sure he's alright. Hanabi: How can I not worry if he's as scary as my dad... Natsu: *laughs a lil*

Haku: He is scary... But he has a reason... I don't know if you ever heard the story about the Last Uchiha? Haruka: *sighs* But I guess it's no use... He'll never change... I bet that when I get married he will be at my room door in my honey moon to make sure I'm safe... Chiyo: *sweatdrops* You're exagerating...

Akinai: Can't say that I have... Hanabi: *shakes her head with Kori and Shiji* Natsu: Yeah, I'm sure he'll come around eventually. I'm glad Hanabi's did and he's almost as scary. o.e

Haku: Well, in Konoha, many years ago, the Uchiha family was one of the most powerful clans in the world of shinobis, because of their Sharingan, that could copy other ninja's techniques, among other things. But one day, the entire clan was killed by one of their own, leaving only one survivor... Honoka: Haruka's dad. Sasuke Uchiha. That's why he's so protecitve of his kids; he watched his family die, and he doesn't want to loose anyone again. Haruka: *giggles* Father's tend to be scary...

Akinai: That makes sense... Hanabi: Yeah, I guess it does... Kori: *nods* And its very sad. Shiji: *telepathically* Yeah... Natsu: You can say that again.

Haruka: *sees the others far away* Hey, we're here!! Haku: Chiyo-chan! *runs to hug her* Chiyo: *takes step back* No hugs, no hugs!! Yuki: *laughs* Too late, sis...

Akinai, Kori and Shiji: *laughs at Haku and Chiyo* Hanabi: *smiling to see Natsu ok* Natsu: So, did you miss me? Hanabi: What do you think? Natsu: *laughs* Mori: *standing next to Natsu*

Haku: *hugs Chiyo tight* I'm so happy you're ok!! Chiyo: *sweatdrops* You don't have to suffocate me to prove it... Yuki: *laughing*

Akinai, Shiji and Kori: *laughing at Haku and Chiyo in their own way* Natsu: *laughs* I see Honoka's back to normal. Mori: *still standing by him*

Honoka: Yes, I am! Ain't my normal self awesome?? Ayame: *sweatdrops* Honoka: *suddenly notices Mori* OMG, it's Mori!! Can I pet him??... again?? *sparkling eyes* Haku: *lets her go a lil* I'm just worried about you... Chiyo: *smiles* I know. You're a sweet. Haku: *blushes*

Natsu: *laughs* Go ahead. I'll even let you ride him if you want. Mori: *walks up to Honoka* Hop on.

Honoka: YAY!! *hops on Mori* Haku: *sees Honoka and laughs* You always get it your way... Chiyo: *watches Honoka*

Natsu: Take her for a little ride around the village. Mori: *nods* Hold on tight. *sprints off* Akinai, Shiji, Kori and Hanabi: *laugh and watch*

Honoka: *hols on* WEEEEE!! Haku: *laughing* Chiyo: *cleans her trought* Hm, I know that you guys had to fight to rescue me and Kori.... So I wanted to thank you, I promise I'll make it up to you guys. *sweet smile*

Mori: *giving Honoka a fun ride* Kori: Yeah, me too. Natsu: *smiles* It was only natural for us to help you, and you're welcome. Shiji: *telepathically* I'd do anything to for you Kori, and I wouldn't wish anyone the same fate he had in the past. So you're very welcome. Akinai: *nods* Me too. Hanabi: Yeah, you're welcome.

Honoka: *enjoying the ride* Ayame: It was a drag... but worth it. I wouldn't leave a friend alone. Haruka: *nods* Haku: And I would never leave you, I lo... I mean, you're one of my best friends! *blushes and laughs nervously* Chiyo: *didn't notice it - smiles*

Mori: *still riding Honoka around* Akinai: And you should know that while you and Kori were gone, I looked after Yuki for you as a temporary nee-chan. *giggles* Kori: Yeah.

Chiyo: Really? Finally I have a sibling with a high level of inteligence! Yuki: *nods but sudenly notices what she said* Hey, I have a high level of inteligence!! Chiyo: *puts arm around him giggling* Kidding, kidding.... So that makes Kori my brother too, hm? Funny, he controls ice and we came from the desert...

Kori: *laugh* Well icy places are considered deserts too because they recieve very little rainfall... Akinai: But we're not from an icy place, Kori. Mori: *coming back to everyone with Honoka*

Yuki: No matter, we're a big family now!!! Wait until we tell mom and dad that we have a new brother and sister! Chiyo: *laughs* Honoka: *coming back on Mori* Wee! That was fun!!

Kori: ... Akinai: ... Mori: Glad you liked it. Natsu: *laughs* Well they're back.

Honoka: I looooved it!!!! Haku: *laughs* Haruka: Well, it's better if we get going home, Ayame.. or dad will have a crisis.. Ayame: *sighs* Sure, why not?

Natsu: *laughs* Yeah, I wouldn't wanna make him mad. Mori: *laughs and lays down* Hanabi: So you did meet her dad? Natsu: Yeah, and he's scarier then yours... Hanabi: o_e Now thats scary.

Haruka: *laughs* Dad is somewhat obcessed with our safety... I don't know how he let you date Tsuneo... *refering to Ayame* Ayame: *smirks* He didn't... Only mom knows... Haku: Glad our dad isn't like that... He acts more like a child trapped in the body of an adult...

Shiji: *telepathically* Mine is like that too and he'll mess with your head alot. Natsu: *laughs* Mine is pretty laid back, but he can be both strict and scary when he wants to be... Akinai and Kori: *looking a little down cuz they don't have parents*

Yuki: If you think her dad is scary *refering to Haruka's dad* then you better don't meet mine... Chiyo: He's only scary when he receives your grades, Yuki... Yuki: *sweadtdrops* But he's still scary... Honoka: *sees Akinai's and Kori's sad faces* What's wrong?

Akinai: Well... Hearing about all of dads reminds us that we don't have one... Kori: Or even a mom for that matter... Shiji: *puts a hand on Kori's shoulder*

Honoka: Awww.. That's so sad... Yuki: Come here, sis, I'll give you a hug! *goes to hug Akinai* Chiyo: *slaps forehead* Yuki... Haruka and Ayame: *allready left*

Kori: *nods and Shiji hugged him* Akinai: *smiles a lil and hugs him* Thanks Yuki...

Yuki: *hugging her* I don't want to see my new sister sad!! Haku: *smiles to Chiyo* See, your brother does have a serious and sensitive part... Chiyo: I guess...

Akinai: *giggles* Shiji: *lets go of Kori- telepathically* It'll be alright. Kori: *nods* I know... *smiles a little* Cuz my nee-chan will care for me like she always does.

Chiyo: Yeah, you still have each other. Yuki :*lets go of Akinai* And I have my sweet, adorable, gorgeous and lovely sister! *gets close to Chiyo* Chiyo: *sweatdrops and pats his head* Allright, allright, we got it... Haku: *thinking* I agree with everything he said about her...

Kori and Akinai: *laugh and giggle* Shiji: *notices its getting late- telepathically* Hey guys, I should be headed back to the Thorn Village before it gets too late. Hanabi: Yeah, me too... *giggles* Except I'll be at the Sun Village. (Gotta go, mom's getting the computer.)

Haku: *nods* Ok. Thanks for all the help! Honoka: Nice meeting you guys! Chiyo: *turns to Yuki* We should get going too before it gets dark... Yuki: *nods* Ok.

Hanabi: *nods* Yeah, it was nice meeting all of you too... *pecks Natsu on the lips* I'll see you later. Natsu: *blushes and kissed her back* Yeah, later. Hanabi: *giggles and sprints off* Shiji: *telepathically* Later everyone, hopefully we'll meet again sometime. *waves as he walks off into the forest* Kori: By Shiji.

Chiyo: Bye everyone! *waves as she jumps to a tree and goes off with Yuki behind her* Haku: *waving sadly* She could have stayed a lil longer... Honoka: *giggles* So you could suffocate her again? Haku: I was not suffocating her...

Kori and Akinai: *laugh and giggle* Akinai: We should be getting to the Hollows ourselves. Natsu: *nods* Uh, I hate to ask this, but I'm gonna need Mori back. Mori: *still laying down with Honoka on him*

Honoka: Hm? *looks down to see she's still on Mori* Oh I'm sorry! *gets off Mori* I forgot I was still on him *laughs* Haku: Yeah, we'll get going too. (is it going to be a "in the next day" thing? =D)

Mori: *laughs* Its ok. *stands up* Natsu: *get on him* We'll see you later. Mori: Bye Honoka. *dashes off* Akinai: I have a feeling we'll see each other again soon, so I'll see you later. Kori: *nods* Yeah, later. *sprint off* (If you want it to be, it can.)

(ok ^-^ which characters are going to meet this time?) Honoka: Bye!!! *waving* Haku: *waves then pulls her* Ok, Honoka time to go! *goes towards home pulling Honoka*

(I'd like to have the real Kuro, Pinku, and Hanabi together and you choose who they meet.) Kuro: *training in the woods with Pinku and Hanabi*

(Ok, I could use Engeru, Kaminari and Kaneo - just so you know, because of Engeru's kekke genkai, the Angel Eye, people tend to feel relaxed when she's coming by) Engeru: *walking towards the woods where they are looking for her kitty* Kitty: *hiding behind a tree*

Kuro: Is that the best you can do Hanabi? Hanabi: Oh shut up. *throws a few shuriken at him and he dodges* Pinku: Don't start this again.

Engeru: *coming close to where they are, looking around for her kitty (with those adorable 9 year old eyes X3)*

Hanabi: Get back here blackhead! (<-- The nickname she has for him.) Kuro: You wish... *runs behind the tree the kitty is and almost trips over it* Whoa...