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The day of the Uchiha massacre was one of the most pathetic days of their lives. The only two to witness it were the murderer himself, Itachi Uchiha and the horrified on looker, Sasuke Uchiha. Unknowingly in the mist of darkness a pair of electrifying blue cat like eyes watched on with a twisted grin showing a pair of fierce teeth. The smell of suffering and despair filling the individuals nostrils to the point of panting. The hunger was great with in the exile.
A piercing howl from the young Uchiha sliced through the eery black night. Music to the demons ears signaling as if it was like a dinner bell. Ready to pounce a choker squeezed around the neck digging into the skin earning a deranged snarl. 'Next time human' with that said the demon retreats into the forest. If you know anything about demons you would know that they do not give up on their prey easily and will wait for the perfect opportunity to devour a scorned soul no matter how long it takes.
A child of the age of eight ran through out the dark forest giggling. She ran circles around five grown men in Anbu attire "She's playing games with us, keep your ground" a gruff voice ordered. They were armed with many weapons and were ready to kill if needed only their Hokage gave them strict orders to bring the adolescent to him alive. "Catch me if you can" the small girl snickered. "There" chains lashed out from one of the blacks ops hand catching her. The chain wrapped around the small form and dragged her into the clearing. "No more games kid" with a crazed growl she charged at him only for four more chains to wrap their-selves around her fragile body. They now had her in their grasp without her being able to attack them.
Walking through the gates of the Hidden Leaf Village the girl protested in anger and refused to walk. "Let me go" she cried out but to no avail they kept pace. She went as far as to digging her bare heels into the ground causing them bleed. "Stop it" one of the men commanded. Many civilians that were walking the dirt path looked on in shock. What could this child have possibly done for having the Anbu to fetch her?
"She's finally here" the stoic 3rd Hokage stated watching from his tower. This one girl would become a problem if not dealt with immediately. He knew the amount of destruction she could do if placed in the wrong hands and he absolutely will not let that happen.
In the office the girl refused to make eye contact with Sarutobi keeping her glare towards the floor as long ginger locks covered her face. Her tiny hands clenched into a fist. Clearing his throat the 3rd Hokage spoke "Do not be afraid child we only bring you here to help" the silence was tense and stuffy. Sighing the elderly man told the five to release the chains around her receiving many wary looks. He smiled as the girl finally makes eye contact with him. They were a dull gray "What's your name child" nothing. "What village do you belong to" nothing again. Clutching the bridge of his nose he was beginning to lose his composure. Turning his back to her he looked out the window thinking of another way to approach the situation when a small voice suddenly spoke up "Rei" turning back around she says it again "My name is Rei as for a village..I don't belong to any" her eyes were averted to books on the shelf not wanting to see his expression. He smiled "Do you know why I brought you here" Rei looks back at the man shaking her head hesitantly. Coming from behind his desk he closes the gap between them placing a hand on her shoulder in which made the Anbu men tense. He lowers a hand as if signaling that everything was fine and asked them to leave in a soft voice.
The Elders of the Konoha Council along with the Hokage met to deliberate on what would happen to Rei. It wasn't easy but after countless hours they finally came to a agreement that she could live in the Hidden Leaf Village only if she was under a close watch. She would also have to attend Ninja Academy pledging to fight for the village. There was no room for objections.
It's been a week or so since Rei was brought to the village and she was beginning to grow more comfortable around the Hokage. "Rei" hearing her name she smiled at the old man. "Yes Hokage-sama" he patted the seat next to him. Running to his side she sat down, today was the day where she would be placed in a home. She was scared and no one could blame her. Her actual parents had thrown her away like trash at the age of five. Left with nothing but herself. She was afraid of being rejected again.
As she expected no one wanted her. Rei tried so hard in being accepted only for them to turn their backs on her. Her chest felt constricted placing a delicate hand over the numbing pain she could feel tears threatening to spill. She held her head down grimacing. Was she a bad kid, did she do something to make those people hate her so much? A hand gently placed itself on the small of her back making small circles "Don't cry my child" He smiled down at her as she wiped away tears from her eyes "We will find you somewhere to live" sniffling her dull grey eyes showed a glimmer of hope.
The apartment wasn't all that big but Rei didn't complain. It would of been nice to share it with someone. Sarutobi had told her though that he would be paying for her expenses until she was able to afford them herself. For now she had to focus on passing the academy.
Looking out the window Rei smiled, the sun was shining at it's fullest beckoning her to go outside.
Walking out of the apartment she locked the door and continued down the dirt road with a Anbu close behind watching her cautiously. Coming to a stop Rei grins seeing a playground filled with kids playing and laughing but that grin diminishes when parents ran to their children telling them to come with them. A mother holding a frown in place and a child by her side scowled Rei couldn't help but listen in on what the mother was saying "I told you to never play with that boy" 'boy' looking back down at the playground a small boy with golden locks spike up and sky blue eyes stood there alone. His hands were balled up in a fist by his sides. Stepping closer she saw a single tear drop from his face. What was their problem he didn't do anything wrong as far as she seen. Walking toward the boy he noticed her presence and wiped the tear away. "What's wrong" she cocked her head to the side curiosity filling her eyes. He didn't speak, getting closer she did something unexpected, she hugged him. It surprise the boy but he didn't push her away. Parting she smiled "My name is Rei, what's yours" he hesitated but answered "Naruto, Naruto Uzumaki". Rei grinned "It's nice to meet you Naruto" playfulness now showing in his bright blue eyes "Do you want to play".
From that day on Rei would always play with Naruto while villagers would glare and turn the other cheek towards them.
As the sun began to set Rei and Naruto walked side by side. Naruto stopped without noticing Rei kept walking. Finally noticing her new found friend not by her side she stopped, turning around she could see that something caught his attention. Following his gaze she saw a boy sitting at the edge of the dock. His black hair shaped like a duck butt.
He averted his gaze from the water and directed it at the two watching him. A girl with long ginger lock tide in a ponytail with pale color skin. The other being a face he's seen often around the town. Naruto waved down at the boy earning a small smirk "Naruto let's go. It's getting dark" with that the boy known as naruto ran to catch up with the girl. She also waved mouthing bye to him.
Today was Rei's first day of Ninja Academy and she'd be lying to herself if she said she wasn't nervous. Out of the corner of her eye she saw naruto making her grin ear to ear. Running to him she tackled him to the ground. Naruto blushed "R-Rei" she jumped up and offered a hand which he happily took. The two could hear whispers from parents in the crowd. Rei glared and pointed a finger at them Naruto shocked, tried to stop her telling her it wasn't worth it but she insisted "Don't you guys have something better to do other than criticize and attack my friend" A woman's cheeks puffed at the child's claims before walking off with her own. The crowd hushed afterwards. Looking back at naruto he was silently thanking her.
Rei made many friends but no one as close as naruto though she did like a certain girl with long pink hair and emerald eye. Her name, Sakura Haruno she was book smart and quiet but at times she would lose her temper quickly when naruto acted to out of line. Rei also was able to become acquainted with boy from the dock, Sasuke Uchiha. Though he didn't say much she couldn't help but feel sadden when looking at him. She heard what happened to his clan but knew he probably wouldn't appreciate sympathy coming from others. She could tell that there'd be great misfortune in his future. Don't get her wrong though she liked his company, the silence between them wasn't stuffy or tense.
The day has finally come for the big test in whether the kids will continue on or be held back. Rei tapped her foot continuously glancing at the watch on her wrist and then the gates to the academy 'Where is he' The blonde fox boy was late on an important day. "Good morning Rei-san" the said girl bowed in respect for her sensei "Where's that knuckle head" rei's brow creased "that's what I'd like to know to" she said more to herself than the curious man. "Let's just hope he makes it in time, come on" she really didn't want to go in just yet, but hesitantly she walked in looking back ever so often.
Walking inside she headed towards a spot in the back, a seat in front of sasuke. Sure there was a empty spot near sakura but Rei knew how much naruto liked the girl and decided to leave it for him. Before she could take another step she heard a loud obnoxious "I'M HERE" when the boy crashed into her making them fall to the floor. Her eyes closed she felt something soft pressed against her lips. Shooting her eyes open she found that it was naruto who was kissing her. Instantly she pushed him off wiping her lips off with the edge of her sleeve. The class busted out in laughter earning a threatening glare from Rei. "Enough messing around get to your seats" the two looked down in shame before speaking in a unison "Yes Iruka-sensei".
Minutes ticked by as students got up by one to go in for the final exam. Not many made it so far and the anticipation was really getting to Rei. "Kita, Rei" 'Finally' she stood up from her seat and walked through to the doors. She took a inhaled and exhaled before going inside the small room where two men sat. "Iruka sensei" she bowed then directed another bow towards the man sitting beside him "Mizuki-sensei". Looking at the said man her brow twitched something just seemed off about him. She didn't like his vibe. "Rei " snapping out of her thoughts iruka faintly smiled "Proceed please" nodding she did the hand seal "Clone Jutsu" A poof of smoke cleared revealing three perfect Reis "Pass" iruka nods in approvement walking over to the table happily accepted the head band with a emblem of the Hidden Leaf village on it. When heading back to the door iruka's voice stopped her "Rei-san" turning around her eyes shifted to middle age man "Yes sensei" he cleared his throat "Now that you've passed I'm required to inform you that you are now under the training of Ibiki so instead of heading back to class go straight to him" nodding she caught the gaze of Mizuki before glaring. Yep, Didn't like him one bit. Clutching the head band within her hands she started to wonder 'I hope naruto makes it' with that she disappeared not knowing in what she was getting herself into
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