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The training ground had suddenly went from deserted playground to the hub of socializing in just a few moments. Saiyuri could not help but smile as she felt the presence of a number of familiars. Xanatos' mind brushed against hers casually and the elder Mayu returned the gesture. A warmth would be felt from the boy as Saiyuri created a link with him. As with most Mayu, she chose not to speak in order to communicate but shared a number of feelings and impressions. At first it was a happiness to see him, and then a query as to how he has been. There was genuine care in her. She had seen the report from a recent mission he had gone on, one that turned out to be far more bloody than any had expected. Saiya could recall the hitch in her breath as she read what happened. Xanatos' team had conducted themselves very professionally and not only completed the mission, but escaped with little injuries. They had proved that they could work together and execute battle tactics very well. But Saiyuri knew these could have a toll on the mind of each individual. She had not seen her cousin since he had left for the mission and Saiya had been concerned for his well being. Seeing him outside and here in particular made her feel content.

An anomaly appeared on the radar that is Saiyuri's mind. Curiosity sparked, a habit the woman could hardly stop. With a mind like her's it was nigh on impossible to stop it from craving answers. Without much of a thought as to why she wanted to know so bad, Saiya extended a mental link towards the girl known as Alice. She did not speak nor did she share a single bit if information. Instead the Kage merely let Alice be aware of her presence. To solidify this contact and perhaps alleviate some of the awkward feelings behind this mode of contact Saiyuri turned her head and looked up to where Alice was currently perched. Her eyebrows furrowed in momentary concentration as she focused on Alice. She had not seen her around before but Saiya wished she had. Maybe it was the way the light was catching in her hair, or the angle of viewing, but Saiyuri thought that the girl was very beautiful.

Zeppelin's audible words did not fall on deaf ears throughout this ordeal. Saiyuri was capable of splitting up her conscious into a number of different focuses and carry on like normal. She turned her head back to the young girl and placed a hand on her shoulder, and an almost cocky smirk appeared on her face. Saiya raised an eyebrow at the girl as she thought to her. "I don't believe that in the slightest. I've never met a 'just normal' girl looking to host a demon. There are plenty of facets of knowledge to pursue even without clans, bloodlines, and even an element. The universal or null element jutsu list holds some of the techniques that I believe all ninja should know, yet they ignore in favor for flashier and more costly maneuvers. Do not diminish yourself for lacking an inheritance. Sometimes those who are without such additions are indeed the most special." Saiyuri thought to the girl, transmitting images of some of the most fundamental techniques that Saiya herself knew. She showed herself balancing on wires, summoning shadow clones, and even breaking out of genjutsu. "You don't even need to walk the path that has been mapped out before. Crafting and creating your own jutsu is another method of training. Ninjutsu is not the one and only thing to work on. There are physical and weapon styles, medical techniques, illusions, sealing methods, and so much more. The world is open to you Zeppelin, and you're the only one tethering yourself down." She said motivationally. Hopefully the girl would have caught onto something she wanted, and Saiya could school her in the fine arts of whatever she wanted.

As Saiya had been explaining things to Zeppelin she felt the aura of another she knew; Kozi Nakaya. When she first met the girl her last name had haunted her. Saiyuri had once known a boy by that name, one who had had a profound affect on her life. He was gone now, and yet it seemed as if a ghost of him was still here with Saiya. But she knew full well that they were not the same person. Kozi was far different from the friend she once had. Saiya extended a link to the newly promoted girl, opening the channel between then. "Congratulations, Kozi. I had read of your promotion in today's reports. I cannot think of a kunoichi more fit and deserving of this rank than you. I hope you will continue to grow." She said, the feeling of pride seeping into the link. Saiyuri loved to see her charges bettering themselves and climbing higher in the world. It always brought her thoughts to the future. It was times like these that Saiyuri could believe that Soragakure would be in good hands after she was gone.

Kazumi was preoccupied with focusing on her breathing. A bead of sweat dripped off her nose and splashed into the puddle forming beneath her. Staring intently at the ground, her body was supported on her forearms. Her legs were arched over her body and her feet rested upon her head. So it was pretty important she ignored the little academy students gathering around her. Letting out a large exhale, she uncoiled herself to the sound of 12 little kunoichi exhaling at the same time. Kazumi squinted and pouted her lips, looking disapprovingly at them. The face quickly dissipated however. How could she ignore their cute enthusiasm? “Did you want to learn something from me?” The girls cheered and circled her. “How do you get so bendy!” One girl exclaimed. Kazumi made the girls line up behind her and began to lead a demonstration. After teaching them the basic drill, she riled them up. “Okay, let’s run through it from the top. I you practice this every day, your body will become gradually loosen up. Then maybe when you’re older, I’ll teach you how to apply it. Until then, remember. Be what?” The girls replied in chorus. “Soft as a cloud, like bamboo blowing in the wind”. Kazumi nodded approvingly and turned, beginning the demonstration again.

“Let your body grow” A small giggle squeaked out from behind her, but she ignored it and continued. “If Yin is the spiritual energy that fuels our chakra, Yang is the physical energy that guides it”. More suppressed giggles. “Clouds do not talk!” She left her pose and spun around. Iki lay face first in the ground. His limbs were twisted together in almost a pretzel like fashion and he seemed to be struggling with untangling himself. Kazuki placed a hand to her temple and let out an exasperated sigh. Great. The little kunoichi exploded with laughter, falling out of their little poses. Kazumi’s eyes narrowed to dangerous slits. “Training is over.” A collective aww filled the air as the girls began to return back to their sensei. Iki began to follow in an awkward rolling motion. Two of the kunoichi began to roll him too until Kazumi barked out “Leave him”, sending the little girls running for their lives.

Iki looked up innocently as Kazumi approached. “Well?” Iki’s face just scrunched up as if he were intently listening to her. “Being cute, are we?” “No. I trying to be a cloud. And clouds. Don’t. Talk.” This guy was always working her nerves. “I said training was over!” She stomped her heel into his ribs and twisted it. Iki suddenly unfolded from his strange configuration with an uncomfortably ecchi grunt. She stomped on him a few more times, each punctuated by the akward moan. She blushed and turned away. “What do you want.” Iki sat up and pointed to his face. “You’re going to teach me how to fight like a kunoichi.” “WHAT”. Iki sprung to his feet and pulled out a pouch filled with Ryo and a sealed letter of request from Satoshi’s family. “Oh, no WAY! How did you get that?” She eyed him with equal parts disbelief and suspicion. “I mean, I heard the rumors”. Iki laughed and waved it off. “The villagers will always find a way to keep the rumor mill going, even if the river runs dry. Either way, I could have gotten anyone. But” he reached out and then pulled his hand back against his chest as if unsure. “I just knew it had to be you.” “Iki….I missed…I missed…” Kazumi reached out as if to embrace him. Iki took a step forward into it and suddenly felt himself falling to his knees. “…That poetic garbage excuse for romance you always feed any woman that takes your fancy” Kazumi brought her knee back down to where it belonged and watched as Iki rolled on the ground clutching his groin. “Chh. Frraahhh just uhhhgggg waiii” She began to walk away but paused and looked over her shoulder. “You know why. Do the routine I showed the girls until you can actually do it with a full range of motion. When you finish that, I’ll give you a few more before we start on any actual techniques. If your body can’t bend as easily as a grass stalk, you aren’t going anywhere.” They both knew he would too. He was stubborn like that. She fully turned and gave him an unladylike gesture of grabbing her crotch. “And remember that pain, so you know exactly how hard I'm going to make this for you.”

As she stormed off the training field to Kami knows where, Iki pushed off the ground with one hand and sat while still holding his crotch with the other. He called out after her “If it's as hard as you used to make it, I look forward to it” A kunai appeared between his legs, just barely grazing the skin off of his knuckle. The knuckle corresponding to the finger she had almost put a ring on.




[Learned: [Stage One: Grass Stalk]]

[Time Bubble Saiya]
It was almost as if Saiyuri had thrown on a switch to a big neon pink sign that advertised her being here at the training grounds. Now all of the nuggets were coming out of the woodwork and looking for training. On one hand this was wonderful; the village as a whole would grow ever stronger as the genin worked to better themselves. On the other hand Saiyuri seriously needed to skidaddle on over to the meeting with the Tsukikage. Before Zeppelin or really anyone else had a chance to respond to the pale beauty, yet another youngling joined the fray. This girl may literally have ears, though Saiya wanted to believe it was just her jacket and an odd accessory. She was quite the spectacle; dressed with a tail and her mismatched eyes. This girl would probably gather a lot of attention, then again the way she held herself suggested that's exactly what she wanted to do. With a shrug, Saiyuri waved her on over, accepting her role as teacher of the masses.

[Not Time Bubble Saiya]
Alice! That is where she had saw the name. Saiyuri's demeanor immediately perked up when the girl announced herself. The dossier this morning had foretold of a kunoichi by that name, though Saiyuri had ditched her office in favor of actual sunlight and human connection. But she had found her, and now they could be off. "It is wonderful to meet you, Alice. I regret that it is not on better terms though. There is an urgent meeting I must attend and I am bringing you as my second in case there are any issues. I hope you are ready, for I believe we are already late." Saiyuri said fervently, rushing forth to the nearest building. She jumped forward, planting one foot on the wall of a building and pushing herself upward. Rather than using chakra she used her physical strength and hoisted herself up smoothly. She would need all her reserves in the event things did get messy. Once Saiya scaled the building she leaped into the air and magnetized herself to the skyrails. Saiya was whisked off into the distance, heading for the entrance of Soragakure.

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"Something bothering you? Punch it.

"Cool." Misaki responded. There was only so much that she could learn on her own, and as highly as she thought of herself, progressing further would only be possible through proper guidance. Maybe then she could lone wolf it again in the future, but she needed a baseline, which the Kage was willing to provide. She glanced towards the frail looking girl, and then strolled over to her with her hand outstretched. "Name's Misaki, look forward to training with you." The fox girl introduced herself, her tail swishing back and forth. After the other girl responded she turned back toward Saiyuri.

"So, what first?"



Speed: 1 1/2
Strength: 1/2
Perception: 1

Chakra: 25 [100%]

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