Symphony
Prologue
Blood and bodies littered the field, the sounds of battle seemed strangely muted to Naruto. His blue eyes cloudy with sadness, so many lives lost. He killed his current opponent and made for the huge beast at the core of the fight. It blasted a sand nin with wind then killed him while he was off balance. He saw the beasts golden eyes as it turned to face him, before charging. He sliced its cheek with his kunai but it thwacked him with its tail, knocking him to the ground. He smelled its breath and saw a flash of fangs. Suddenly he remembered when this entire war had been set into motion..
-5 years earlier -
The third Hokage was reading through his mail when a massive black eagle flew through the open window and settled onto the perch on his desk. It held out a letter to him. He took it slightly shocked. Opening it, his eyes widened. "So, They have returned." He sighed softly before beginning to craft his reply. When the eagle was flying away a smile crossed his face. He knew with the Chuunin exams taking place in less then a month, the village was all a buzz. He only hoped his people were ready for what was to come. Two weeks later the different teams began to arrive. Sand, Sound, Rock and Rain. Genma was fiddling with his senbon when he caught sight of something coming up the road. A massive horse the color of a starless night, with mane and tail of silver. Astride it was a cloaked figure and behind that figure what looked like a Jonin and his Genin team. "Halt, state your purpose here." He said. The hooded figure held out a scroll and Genma took it.
"We are here on behalf of our village, to participate in the exams." A soft voice spoke. Genma turned to see the three Genin standing there, the one who spoke was a boy with green eyes and ash-brown hair. He read the scroll and re wound it. "The Hokage wishes to meet the teams before they settle in." The cloaked figure nodded and they were allowed into the village.
The massive horse drew attention but the people didn't approach. They stopped outside the Hokage tower. When they were shown into the man's office he looked on them with kind eyes. "Welcome to Leaf. How was your journey?" The figure removed the cloak and the Hokage's eyes widened. A female stood before him. She had tan skin, beautiful bright purple eyes. Silver knee length hair that was pulled into a tail atop her head. But what drew his eyes were the six inch silver fox ears atop her head along with the
dancing whip-like tail that danced behind her. "Greetings to you Fireshadow. I am Kyuubi no Yue. And we are honored to visit Leaf clan's home."
The team introduced themselves and were shown to their quarters Yue was asked to seat herself in a comfortable chair before his desk. "I will say this, the Sunlands are beautiful." They spoke for sometime until a knock came at his door. "Lord Hokage, the next team is on its way to the tower." The old man smiled ruefully at the woman. "Very well My guest will depart in a few moments." He turned to Yue. "Lady Kyuubi, I must ask why would the Lunar nin return now?" Purple met brown. "The seer has foretold tragedy to befall the lands of sun and moon. Of what it is we do not know. But it was made clear unless bonds can be made between our people, all would perish." The Lunar female's voice was husky, feminine and throaty. "I see. So you are here to forge bonds with us?" She smiled her pearl fangs slightly shining. "Yes. And to enjoy the Chuunin exams.." He looked at her before speaking. "May I ask how old you are Lady?" She smiled and nodded before replying. "I am 16 by your years. According to your calendar my 16th birthing-day falls on your Fox festival..." His eyes widened. "Well at least you will be able to enjoy your birthday in my village." She smiled at his words. "I am having you quartered in the ambassador suites." She thanked him and departed. She wore her cloak yet had the hood pushed back enough you could see her face. The Jonin who escorted her to the suite had balked at seeing her War-horse.
She stabled him in what appeared to be a two stable block and made sure he had fresh food and water before entering the house and getting settled. Her stomach growled. "Damn belly demon... need food.." Yue grumbled and picked up the special tag she had been given by the Hokage. She had been told to show this to shop masters and her dues would be paid through the Hokage. Yue changed clothes leaving her cloak behind. She wrapped her tail around her waist like a furry belt flexed her claws feeling the tendons pop pleasantly. She headed out to find some food. People didn't really notice her, ears and nose twitching she took in the scents and sounds around her. She caught the heavy scent of cooked meat and something else just as enticing. She tracked the scent, purple eyes bright with excitement. She finally tracked it to a small shop with an open front. "Ichiraku Ramen...? What's Ramen?" She mumbled before snorting and walking inside. When she caught full blast of the scent she let out a low purr of enjoyment. "Oh that smells delightful.." Her belly demon growled in agreement. "Welcome to Ichiraku!" A man called as she settled at the bar next to a blond. A male by his scent, muzzle buried in his 3rd bowl of the good smelling food. "Thanks. I'm starving." The man chuckled. "what flavor Ramen do ya want?" He asked and she cocked her head sideways ears flicking.
"I've never had Ramen before.. But it smelled so good I couldn't resist." She said and the two males looked at her in shock. "Well Miss, I think you should try the pork Ramen. It has a hearty flavor and its not spicy." Hey eyes gleamed. "I'll have a bowl of that please!" A few minutes later he set the bowl in front of her and with a quick thanks she dove into her meal. A low barely audible purr came from her chest as she ate, when she polished off her 6th bowl she leaned back licking her lips. "So delightful!" The shop man laughed she had leveled Naruto in bowls. He had never seen a woman like the one currently at his bar. " Ichiraku Ramen is the best, Believe it!" Purple met blue, and she smiled. "I think I am going to enjoy visiting this place. So far its been wonderful, good food, and good clean air. Sorry I'm being rude, I'm Yue." She said extending a hand. "Naruto Uzumaki! I'm gonna be the next Hokage, Believe it!" She grinned at him. "So where are you visiting from? Are you here for the Chuunin exams?" She chuckled.
"I'm from the Moonlands, your people call us Lunar nin. We do have a team competing in the exams but I am not one of them I'm here to watch the exams and make friends. Would you like to be my first friend?" Naruto was stunned, this was a Lunar nin? But she wasn't horrible or vicious. He noticed her ears and tail. Which during the meal had unwound from her waist and was dancing behind her. "Are your ears and tail real?" He asked, her head cocked sideways and her ears folded back in thought. "As real as your adorable whiskers.." Naruto blushed, she said his markings were adorable. "Cool!" She grinned again. "Would you mind showing me around town Naruto? I want to learn more about this village." He nodded and paid for his food. He noticed she showed a tag to Teuchi, who smiled and nodded. They left and Yue wrapped her fingers in the crook of Naruto's left arm. "Sorry, I don't want to lose you."