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Hikaru growled beneith his breath as Hiro began to take Raine to the gates. He stood there for quite a while before sighing and deciding it would be better to follow than leave Hiro with that maniac of a beast, Kusari. He took off at a run towards the gates. He'd have to make it there quick if he wanted to get by his lover's side before harm could come to him. Though, he was young, perhaps it would be safer for him if Hikaru, who'd pissed off Kusari already, didn't go. He paused in his running, thinking it over. Hikaru didn't give a damn. If anything happened, he'd rather he be there not be far away when his new lover was hurt or attacked. He continued his sprint, desperately trying to catch up with the pair that had gotten away from him.


[exit to marsh]

Hikaru entered through the southern part of the silver spings. He stopped at the edge when he spotted Konpaku in the waters. Chills ran up his spine as he remembered what happened earlier. At that moment Kaoru entered a bit off to his left. He walked over and pointed out Konpaku in silence. Kaoru did nothing but ignore the man in the water and sit down at the water's edge. Hikaru sighed and sat next to him and patted his lap in welcome. Kaoru laid his head in his brother's lap and closed his eyes. Kaoru's head was still swimming with thoughts of earlier between him and the Kage. He wondered what else she was hiding from him and what else she'd allow him to learn. Hikaru began to stroke the hair on the side of Kaoru's head as he always did. He could see images in his own mind of what had happened to his brother with the Kage. The small gestures and little words darted across his mind. He smirked as he realized his brother would be able to see what happened with him and Hiro....Thank goodness he was too caught up in his own thoughts to be able to sneak into Hikaru's mind. His blue eyes drifted upwards to lay eyes on Konpaku.

[Entrance from the Village]

With each passing footstep, Nakamura left a decorated ice print upon the ground which one could easily follow if they chose to. It lead directly into the area of the Silver Springs. Beside her footprints, were tiny markings in the ground, the blunt end of the Naginata. It was her personal keepsake as proof to show Amadeus that she wasn't lying about the Fire Master's Demise. It would need to be taken and encased within the Shrine of the Summoning Scrolls.

Nakamura waited at the edge of the healing waters, waiting patiently for the clone and Ayala who held Arya up above the ground. She noticed that the clone was falling appart from the amount of ice that had shaved off of her legs, forcing her into an awkward balance. By the time she had managed to reach Nakamura, her legs gave out on her, shattering beneath Arya's weight. It wasn't structurally sound with the amount of ice that had gone missing. she told herself when Arya managed to slide down from the broken ice into her arms.

She reminds me of a younger version of you. She puts on a strong front, but there are just a few things that will break through that silent shell. Have you even told him about her yet? Or have you been unable to speak with him. Chances to talk are drawing nearer. Ayala said in that motherly tone of hers. Her paws made no sound when she approached the two girls. And... you might want to cover up. You're practically nude. she told Nakamura with a lick to her left cheek.

Nakamura's eyes shifted down to stare at her body for a few seconds after Ayala had licked her. "Ayala! I completely forgot about my clothes!" she exclaimed, hoping that they would be alright, having been unable to retrieve them herself just yet. "If there were more people to help me... I have to go retrieve the scroll that was buried in the training fields, lock the Naginata away, retrieve my clothes, check on the poison when Hyousetsu locates it, help Arya to heal..." she gave a small sigh having gone through the list of her current responibilities. She didn't answer Ayala when she asked if she had told Kusari about Arya, for she already knew the answer without having to verbalize it. "OH! I've learned a new jutsu, I should try it out!" she said in an excited tone. The Naginata was placed beside Ayala, in which she wrapped her paws around it to guard it.

Before she started her hand seals, she slid down into the water with Arya, allowing the healing waters to take thier effect on their bodies. Nakamura was only down chakra which would be replenished here. Arya would more than likely take a little bit to heal. Now... Whispering Winds. Nakamura thought to herself, exhasperated from the rush she felt after using the jutsu.

"Amadeus,
It's me, Nakamura. You aren't going to believe what just happened here. The Fire Master attacked Takigakure. I can only suspect that he waited until you left to attack the village. Let alone, how he even found the village. He tried to burn the village down.

Don't get alarmed. I managed to put out the fires myself before any real harm was done. As you probably suspect by now, I wouldn't be telling you this so calmly if things didn't go well. Strike another Master off of the list, for the Fire Master is dead.

I'll tell you all about it when you get back. I have his Naginata as proof of his defeat. It will be stored in the Shrine untill you get back. Among other things, there are a few more people you will met upon your return."
she said allowed, knowing quite well that Amadeus would more than likely be confused upon hearing Nakamura's voice. Zenjin, make sure you bring them back alive. she called to him, dipping her head beneath the water. Her hair spread out as if she had incorperated thousands of long tentacles that explored the water around her. "Dang... my hair is ALOT longer than I thought it was." she said with a mused tone in her voice.

Her eyes looked down to see Arya, her face was kept above the water while the rest of her was left submerged. She knew, that Arya would finally be healed from the burden of the Hyuuga after staying in the Springs.

Whispering Winds- This Genjutsu is merely an aid to others, while normal Genjutsu is used for opponents. This one can create an illusion to someone, thinking they are talking to someone within their mind. Nakamura can use this technique as a trick to send her voice long distances to the people in other villages. The voice in his or her head can either call for help or merely say an answer to someone. Although this Genjutsu can help others, the person will not know the user actually sent the message. This jutsu can be used to confuse an opponent or aid a partner.
CP: 80 + 20 per mile
Rank: D- Rank
Damage: N/A
Requirements: Genjutsu +47
Owner: Nakamura Michiyo

Remaining Cp = Full. She's in the Silver Springs. razz

Ayala's ears moved back just enough to recognize the masculine steps that followed from behind. Even if he wasn't wearing his normal clothes, she could still recognize the regular bounce in his step. Her tail shifted to the left and then to the right, repeating the motion a few times knowing that he was here to see how things turned out. Her paws shifted slightly so they could better grasp the Naginata. Nakamura, you have a visitor she informed her, but it wasn't necessary.

Yes, thank you Ayala. I heard him. she responded with a smile. She shifted to the left just enough so he could see her completely, the silver water covering her body. She wasn't sure why he had suddenely looked away, but could only guess that he thought he was disturbing a moment between the two girls. Her hair moved around her as if it were becoming a protective shell, but instead of pushing it aside, she moved towards the water's edge. Her left hand raised Arya's clothing just high enough for Ayala to take hold of in her jaws, simply to keep her from sinking.

When Arya was secure, Nakamura began to rise up out of the water to invite him into the springs themselves. "You don't remember her... do you." she said, giving a pause to see if he could think of her. "You probably never really met her... which is alright. I'm sure I can think of someone who would know her... and it's alright. You did a good job defending her. Her name is Arya." she said to him, her hair sucking to her body as she walked out of the water. The silver water dripped down from her body, leaving droplets of water on the ground where she stood. Her eyes scanned his body for any damage, realizing that he was completely exposed were it not for the bathing garment he had around his waist. She must have looked rather odd as well, her hair covering most of her torso and back. I miss my ribbon... she thought with a sad smirk on her face.

Her right hand reached out to take his in order to lead him into the Silver Springs. Her fingers traced his palm once before taking it into her hand. She wasn't giving him a choice. "Come on. You should come into the water too. If nothing else, it will help to get your chakra back." she explained to him. What she didn't realize, was the three-foot ice sheen that had radiated out from beneath her from the sudden change in body temperature. Even though she couldn't tell the difference, her chakra could.

Her hair spread out in the water, removing itself from her body in order to allow the length to flow in the silvery water. For the first time, it seemed that Kusari wasn't afraid to talk to her, not to mention that he seemed to be overly humble. She wanted to say something to reassure him that he was not a failure in her eyes, but his actions took her by complete suprise. She didn't expect him to keep her hand, let alone take her other one. So... he's gotten bolder. she told herself, keeping herself from blushing at his compliment to her. She wanted to boost his confidence before taking in his words to her.

"You know, you didn't stand there like Wrath did. So, that has to count for something, doesn't it? Even if you didn't exert yourself, you didn't do nothing, and you helped Arya." she told him softly, her breathing became slow and repetative as she spoke. Her eyes shifted around his side to view Arya and Ayala. She seemed to still be out. She should be getting up any minute now. she thought to herself, knowing the healing prowess of the water. She would be concious, but the internal wounds would still need a few more minutes to heal.

"Kaida would recognize her. She trained with her for a short while. I would have thought that she would have said something to you." she added, lifting herself up to try and see Kusari eye-to-eye. She needed help, in which her chakra kicked in, allowing two ice paths to rocket down into the ground beneath her.

When it impacted, she allowed the ice to grow beneath her feet untill she was at his eye level. While her body rose up from the water, the amount of hair that managed to reach her back was substantial; slightly weighing her head down from the added weight of the water. "You haven't changed at all. You're still just as soft as ever." she whispered to him with a smile as she leaned in towards him. Her back arched forward, allowing her to reach him with ease. He had her hands, which gave her balance, and during her lean, her lips met his left cheek.

Soft... she is probably the only one...nay one of the only two in the world who think i am soft... but that is because i don't let anyone else in. Kusari then was shocked... here in the silvery water of the springs, something happned that he had only dreamed before now that it would happen. SHe raised up in a manner that seemed almost magical and kissed him softly on the cheek.
Immediately Kusari's face began to redden but he fought back. No, not now... so rather than red it still held the faintest tinges of a blush then the girl's voice mumble faintly NO! I will not let it end like this... not again not this time. Kusari let go with his right hand and raised it up to her chin gently he tilted her head so he could look into her eyes deeply with his own. HE saw them, silver in the light of the moon a spectacle that he had not yet witnessed in her, it only made her more beautiful in his eyes. Kusari gazed into her beautiful orbs for a moment longer and then leaned in slowly and kissed her on the lips gently...

Arya, who had been curiously observing the strange waters of the spring decided at that moment to turn and gradually lift her head...and saw...

FLUFFY BROWN FUR.

Huh?! One would swear that at that moment, thousands of sweatdrops had appeared on the back of the young Jounin's head. Bright red eyes blinked once, then again...as she realized the fluffy brown-ess connected to jaws... Arya gulped involuntarily as she continued casting her gaze up...until finally ruby-red eyes met Ayala's dark green orbs. A sigh of relief almost escaped. Almost.

Arya had been...quite young then. So she doesn't immediately recognize Ayala as the first of Nakamura's wolves that she had met. In her memories, Ayala was still a wolf pup... In more present day memories, Ayala stood along side her onee-sama during the battle against the Fire Master. But Arya wasn't an idiot... A moment passed as the connection clicked. "You're...you're..." Her soft voice trailed off. Arya searched into her memories, trying to remember from her hazy younger days what Nakamura had called the wolf by.

"Ayala." Arya whispered finally. Brilliant red orbs seemed to light up happily as she realized that she remembered. "You're Ayala. The first of onee-sama's friends that I met..." But then pale cheeks flushed as the memory of just how she met Ayala tugged at the corners of her mind.