A/N Second story here. I suddenly had a blast of inspiration one day and started writing an outline of this. Decided to put it down so I can force myself to finish this. Once I start a story I finish it.

This story will contain a lot of Japanese. I don't speak Japanese so for now I'll use Google, but that isn't perfect. So if there is a Beta out there that knows enough Japanese, help me out?

The reason this is rated M is because anything goes. Like in real life, you can't censor the whole world. So I'm not saying something WILL happen. I'm saying something CAN happen, so don't get mad if something happens. You've been warned.

Anyway here is the Prologue. Get readin'.

Disclaimer: The only thing I own is the plot. Every thing else, I do not own. This goes for every chapter.


"Hey Shikamaru."

"Hmm?"

"Do you ever wonder why we're here?"

"... That's a strange question coming from you Naruka."

"Well don't you think were here, existing for some reason? God, The Creator, or whoever, couldn't have just made us for no reason. Sure we have fun, and we find love, but that doesn't seem reason enough for our Creator or Creators to create the planets, the Sun, all the plants and animals. There has to be a deeper meaning then just making babies endlessly right Shika?"

"..."

"..."

"I think we were made so that we could get a view of this."

The sun had begun to set, casting an orange glow over the skyline of Toronto, Canada. The Aurora Borealis(Northern Lights) were around this time of year, and mixed with the sunset, created a beautiful rainbow of colors over the city, giving a soft mystical glow in contrast to the duller colors of the city. In addition to all that, it was snowing. It was a beautiful sight indeed.

"Yeah I guess..."

But it didn't last. Suddenly an explosion rocked the city, coming from one of the apartment buildings with a red roof. Screams came from around it, and passerby ran away in fright.

"Woah!"

"You think God did that because you were asking about Him? Or Her?"

"Shika not now! There could be people that need our help!"

'Sigh' "And I just got comfy..."


Sirens blared as a convoy of vehicles labeled TFD(Toronto Fire Department), TPD(Toronto Police Department), and TCH(Toronto Central Hospital) raced down the street and towards the event of the month. All other cars in the streets gladly gave way to the convoy as they pulled to the sides. A crowd gathered around the burning building, staring in awe. When a person came running out of the apartment with their pants leg on fire, some of the observers quickly ran to their aid, smothering the flames.

But inside, there were more people.

Arriving on the scene, firefighters started working on downing the blaze. EMS(Emergency Medical Services) personnel gathered the few able to escape from the blaze and gave them first aid, while laying the more severely injured onto stretchers and loading them into ambulances. Police got the civilians out of the way so the TFD and TCH could do their jobs easier, while making sure the scene didn't turn chaotic.

Putting the fire out wasn't the hard part for the firefighters. It was cold and snowing, therefore the flames weren't strong and were easily put out. The hard part was getting in, finding trapped survivors, and getting out. About half of the firefighters on the scene were inside the burning building doing just that.

Up the winding stairs is where one of those firefighters headed. The building was only 5 stories tall though so it wasn't long. He could of sworn he heard someone up here. And he was right. In the hallway on floor five there were two girls. They were both young, probably pre-pubescent. But that didn't matter. One of them was limp and the other trying to drag her down to the stairway, but having trouble doing so, and started coughing from to much smoke inhalation.

The firefighter was there by their side instantly, quickly picking up the smaller girl, who didn't resist at all. He then used his free arm to hold the unconscious girl to his side. With them both securely in his grasp he quickly made his way back to the stairs, then hurried out the door. And just as he made it out, the worst possible thing happened. The building began to collapse.

Civilians were running their asses off this time instead of sticking around. The three Emergency Services personnel made their way behind their vehicles, making sure to bring the survivors with them. Dust was flying everywhere, for a full 30 seconds as the building crumbled away into the ground. When the collapse ended, they got back to work. The fire was just about gone. Search dogs scoured the rubble finding bodies, some dead some alive. Even more ambulances arrived now. With the civilians gone, the police could now assist when needed.


She was terrified. First Ka-chan tells her and Onē-chan to hide and make no noise at all. Then the whole place shakes and Onē-chan falls asleep. After that there is fire everywhere. It got really hot and it was hard to breathe. When Onē-chan wouldn't wake up, she went to go get Ka-san. But something was wrong. Ka-san was on the ground and didn't have a head. What was she suppose to do now? The flames started getting closer so she went back to Onē-chan and started trying to drag her outside. Only she was heavy and it became hard to breathe. It seemed to get darker, even though there were flames everywhere. And Onē-chan seemed to get heavier and harder to pull. Then when it seemed she couldn't go any farther. Someone picked her up. Whoever it was had their face hidden by a mask. The person also picked up Onē-chan and carried outside. Then everything started to rumble again. Dust started flying everywhere and she had to close her eyes to keep it out. After what seemed like forever, the shaking stopped and the dust started to settle. There were people every running this way and that way. Loud noises, shouting, hurting her young ears. Lights were flashing constantly, blinding her. If only Ka-san were here.


"Kurenai wa orare masuka?"("May I see Kurenai?") Those were the first words she said that day. And they were directed at the lady in white with blonde hair that stood over her bed.

"Um. Could you say that again please?"

Whatever she said, the little girl had no idea. She tried asking in a different way this time. "Kurenai wa ira sshai masu ka?"("May I speak to Kurenai?")

The lady looked at the girl confused. "Wait here, and don't move," she said. Then she left the room. The girl was instantly lonely. Where was Ka-chan? Where was Onē-chan? Where was she? So many questions ran through her head. The only good things about her situation. The room wasn't burning. It was easy to breath and the ground wasn't shaking. But she was still scared without her family around.

There were voices coming from the other side of the door. "Hey Halsey, I was just about to look for you." It was the lady in white.

"Oh hey Chelsea." It was someone elses voice, also female. "What did you need?"

"Well I have a patient, but I don't know what she's saying. I think it's Japanese. And you kinda know some right?"

"Oh I see. Lead the way."

"Right here actually."

The door opened again. The lady in white came in again, this time with a different woman who wore the same clothes and had black hair.

The girl asked again"Onē-san wa yukue?"("Where is big sister?") Maybe they know where she is.

"Could you translate for me please?"

"Do you know of any Hinata? A patient maybe?"

"Not that I'm sure of. I'll check." The blonde then got something from behind her. It was some kind of black board thing that she held with one hand and poked with her other hand. It confused the little girl to no end.

"Konnichiwa. Watashi no namae wa Halsey. Kanojyo no namae wa Chelsea. Onamae wa nandesu ka?"("Hello. My name is Halsey. Her name is Chelsea. What is your name?")

Relief swept through the young girl. She could understand what was said finally! "Hanabi."

"Hajimemashite. Onē-san no onamae wa nan desu ka?"("Pleasure to meet you. What is your big sister's name?")

"Hinata."

"Well her name is Hanabi. Do you see any Hinata's on there?" She was talking to the blonde now. In this moment Hanabi spied a cup near her bed. She picked it up. It was ice cold water. She downed it in seconds, only just now noticing how thirsty she was.

"I think so, she also has the same eyes." Chelsea looked back at Hanabi, then back to the thing she held. They kinda look the same too." The blonde then turned the thing in her hand. On the other side was a picture of a girl. It was Hinata! And she was sleeping?

Hanabi pointed at the picture. "Onē-san."

"That's her sister. Maybe she would keep them in the same room?" Halsey asked Chelsea.

"Good idea. Just follow me." She then walked out the door and waited there.

"Kite kudasai."("Follow me.") Halsey held her hand out for Hanabi, who slowly got out of her bed and took the hand. They walked out where Chelsea waited.

They were now in a hallway. It smelled slightly of chemicals. There wasn't much to look at. There were doors with labels near them some pictures on the wall, and that was basically it. The trio walked past seven doors and Chelsea stopped at the next door.

"In here," she said.

Se opened the door, inside the room similar to the one Hanabi was in. The window was also opened letting in some sunlight, showing any viewers the Toronto skyline. In the bed though was Hinata. Though with white blankets layed out on top of her, it was unknown if she wore any clothing. Only her head was visible, and around her forehead were bandages. She was asleep and had a peaceful look about her.

Hanabi's hand left Halsey's as she walked to Hinata's side. "Hinata?" She lightly poked her cheek. "Hinata? Okiru."("Wake up.")

Halsey turned to Chelsea. "Do you know their parents?"

Chelsea's face adopted a frown. "Well. According to our records. They had a foster mother. But her body was found in the rubble of that building that exploding."

"Oh my," was all Halsey could say. She looked back at Hanabi still trying to get Hinata to wake up.

"But she died before that happened. Her body was found, minus the head. They didn't find a head anywhere I the rubble."

"So, they'll be put in foster care?"

"If no other family members claim them, then I guess so."

Now they both looked at the girls in pity. From this point on their lives would change forever.

And by now Hanabi gave up trying to wake up Hinata. She knew Hinata was okay, just asleep. She was still breathing. Hanabi wanted to ask her all the questions in her head, but it looked like that would have to wait. She sighed sadly. Then she kissed Hinata and whispered, "Yoi yume o, Onē-chan."


A/N And scene! Once I get out chapter 1 and 2, I'll switch between this and my other Fanfic Journey. 1 Chapter of this, 1 Chapter of that, and on and on.

If you notice the beginning of this chapter looks a little like what Simmons and Grif said. That was intentional.

Edit: Changed Naruko to Naruka. Will do so for other chapters also.