Author's Note: Nothing belongs to me, except Terumi Mizu. Shouyoku means lust fyi. Sayuri belongs to my friend "Masquerade 5020" and Sora belongs to "LaurJeevas" .
~Story based on Moulin Rouge~
~Shouyoku~
It had happened. Kirigakure had lost the war versus Konoha and they were at their rivals hands. Terumi Mei paced back and forth in front of the Kirigakure council trying to figure out what they would do.
"We cannot have our lands taken" one of the elder men said.
Mei lifted her head immediately ashamed. It was her fault; she had caused this and their shame.
Many began to talk loudly over one another and trying to come up with solutions. Mei on the other hand began to tug her hair thinking about the pressure she was in. She was the youngest Mizukage to ever be appointed and on their first year of war they had lost 100,000 men and 30,000 civilians.
"Enough!" Mei screamed finally getting annoyed at their loudness.
They ask were quiet.
"If anyone actually has something constructive to say, then speak!" she screamed.
"I have a suggestion" a voice called out.
They turned to see a masked man looking at them. Mei was so shocked at the fact that he had walked right into their council without being noticed. She knew exactly who the man was: his grey hair, his lower face covered and his nonchalant stance it was obviously Hatake Kakashi.
Hatake Kakashi was a well known Cabaret owner in Konoha. He had the most lucrative business in the whole city and the women were thought to be the most gorgeous women of the land.
"How dare you get in here!" she hissed.
"My suggestion" he began ignoring her comment, "Is to sell a potential courtesan to my business. I am the highest member of the Konoha council and thus I can persuade them to keep your land."
"I refuse to be sold as a courtesan!" Mei exclaimed.
"May I be so honest to say that it wasn't you who I was thinking of, rather the younger Terumi"
Everyone turned to face the youngest member of the council. At eighteen, she was not only the youngest council member, but the dangerous "Bloody-ninja" from the war. She fought alongside many men and lost them at war. She like her sister, had fought till the last second before being forced to surrender.
While people outside the village saw her as a cold and heartless woman, Kirigakure knew her as the softer and more sensitive Terumi sister.
"Excuse me?" Mizu called out towards Kakashi.
"Well you have a reputation to keep don't you" Kakashi began.
"I bet your pardon" she said insulted.
Her cheeks flushed immediately at his insinuation.
He merely smiled behind his mask.
"See now as you are flushed, you would be great for my business." He said looking at her almost lecherously.
She glared at him her fists glowing with chakra. She was not just a bloody-ninja, but a medic-nin for her fellow shinobi.
"Calm yourself Terumi" One of the elders said.
She sat back to her seat her glare still in place.
Kakashi was a good business man; he knew people would be willing to pay for a high class courtesan as herself. Her pale skin, big brown innocent eyes, full lips, and long brown hair would make him even richer than he already was. Her aristocratic features would be great, she might make as much as Sora made.
"What are you exactly asking, and be specific?" another asked.
Kakashi smirked knowing that this prideful people would throw the little kunoichi into his arms.
"All I ask is that you sell her to me and allow me to do whatever I please with her, whether it be for my business or for my own pleasure" he added to intimidate them. "In return your lands will not be removed and your government will remain, simply Konoha will overlook how you are doing and continue a sphere of influence."
The elders began to talk between one another of the benefits of the whole case. Mizu looked absolutely shocked at them actually considering it and was absolutely pale, while Mei looked torn.
She knew that she had to be responsible for her village and had to do what was best, but she was sacrificing her blood relative, her young sister who was loyal to the core towards Kirigakure.
"We've decided to consideration of your suggestion and we shall vote on it" the eldest said.
Mei froze and knew that she was asked to vote.
"All in favor of trading young Terumi?" he began.
Out of the dozen members, all began to raise their hands. Mizu's eyes watered, especially when Mei raised her hand, refusing to meet her gaze.
"Well….no need to ask who is against now do we?" another said.
Kakashi threw a scroll down showing the contract. They began to read it carefully and once they saw everything was in place, they all signed with their blood. Kakashi signed as well and stood straight.
"You have till sunset to pack your things Mizu-chan" he said.
She no longer had any honor her last name immediately removed as she was sold to Kakashi. She got up and before anyone could stop her she stood from her seat of the council and began walked out, her shoulder brushing Kakashi's arm accidentally. She looked disgusted, especially when he grabbed her wrist stopping her. She turned around looking insulted and he looked at her unemotionally.
"Don't ruin my merchandise got it?" he asked. "And dress in your finest kimono"
She flushed in anger and placed her other hand over his immediately shutting down his chakra through that hand. She tugged her hand away and walked out, eyes on her back.
She growled in anger and shame thinking of just how easy she was given up. She threw down her suitcases and began to pack: her finest kimonos, her jewelry, her shoes, accessories her makeup, anything that could be sold later if she needed to escape.
She looked at the silk kimono that was left alone and she didn't want to dress, but the contract was made. She disrobed from her clothing and threw them to the side, never wanting to wear the clothing that had sentenced her. She instead slipped on the damned cerulean kimono and she began to tie it around her. Her silk slippers were placed and her hair was picked up in the classic fashion with her diamond clip that held her whole hair up to finish off the look.
She walked towards her mirror and began to look at herself in disgust. This wasn't really her, the long fancy kimono made her feel sick thinking of what she was leaving.
"Terumi-sama" she heard.
The door opened to see some servants picking up the things she had just packed, they did not dare stare at her eyes and she understood, they were told not to.
She took a deep breath and she walked out of the room, looking at her room for the last time, the last time she would ever see this place again. As she headed down the stairs, she saw that Kakashi was already waiting. His gaze was appreciative and she knew that this amused him.
She growled slightly and walked beside him knowing what was to be done. Outside the Kage building, was his carriage and he snapped his fingers placing all the bags to the carriage. He opened the door and grabbed her hand. Some servants gasped at the audacity of Kakashi, but she said nothing too tired.
She reluctantly took his aid and he practically pushed her inside. He didn't allow her to say goodbye to her sister, but she didn't even need to thinking that Mei didn't even deserve it.
The carriage began to go and she dared to look out to window to see Mei's eyes watery. She closed her eyes and leaned against the seat.
"No worries it can't be that bad" Kakashi said sighing.
She opened her eyes and glared at his direction.
"You say that because you don't whore yourself like the others do" she replied.
"They aren't whores, they are courtesans and many enjoy it" he said smirking.
"Teme" she hissed.
He let out a small smile, she knew from how his eyes squinted.
"I like you" he said.
"Which I could say the same" she replied.
"Too bad I can't have you" he mumbled.
"Excuse me?" she asked.
"Well…you're more valuable intact, after that….we'll see" he said and turned away signaling her it was the end of the conversation.
She shook her head and forced herself not to cry. She understood what he meant and it frightened her more than anything, she wondered just what had she gotten herself into and what she was forced to sacrifice for Kirigakure.
After seeing one after another of trees, she closed her eyes and she fell into deep slumber. She wished that it would be possible that this was all a nightmare, but it wasn't.
Minutes later, she felt someone shaking her.
"We're here" she heard Kakashi said.
Her eyes fluttered open and she came face to face with the head of the cabaret. She flushed slightly and crawled back in surprise.
"Cute" he said and got off the carriage.
She walked out of the carriage and came face to face with a huge mansion. She was shocked at the fact that it was so huge and full of expensive materials. She was surprised as she was picked up by Kakashi and placed on the ground. It seemed that he needed to take care of the merchandise. She frowned at the thought.
"Come along, you have to meet the girls" he said.
She walked reluctantly towards the door. She looked back noticing the large gate closing behind them. It was a prison that's just how she saw it. The red door opened and she walked inside the luxurious home. She let out a small gasp at all the beauty.
"Girls!" Kakashi called out.
She blinked a few times and she began to hear footsteps. They rushed downstairs and she saw more and more people girls from all lands, and all sizes, shapes and heights, ranging from plain to beautiful all looking at Kakashi expectantly.
"Where's Sora?" He asked.
"She's-" the red haired girl, who Mizu would meet as Karin began.
"I'm here." The purple haired girl, named Sora walked down the stairs with an annoyed expression.
"Glad you could be here" Kakashi said sarcastically.
"Oh big brother, please calm down" Sora said rolling her eyes.
Mizu meanwhile hid behind Kakashi. She didn't want to know anyone, she wanted to run away.
"We've got a new girl" Kakashi said.
Everyone shifted from Kakashi to gaze at the newcomer.
Sora looked at the girl and snorted. Sure this girl wasn't plain, and she was very pretty in an upper class way, but it was obvious this girl would not survive at the cabaret for long. Her long brown hair was seen by many here, hell at Shouyoku it ranged from white to black, and all the colors in between. Her own hair being purple, she was one of the most eccentric ones there if she said so herself. This mouse, this brown haired mouse would be an easy prey for the cats of Konoha.
"What's your name mouse?" Sora said.
Mizu looked at her wondering just who this woman was referring to, but as she saw that it was obviously her, she was shocked.
"M-Mizu" she replied shyly.
Sora nodded her head.
"Where will she-"
"West Wing, she'll be under your care" Kakashi interrupted.
"So I have to protect her!" Sora said annoyed.
Kakashi merely smirked and nodded.
"You're a popular gal, now do as I say" Kakashi said.
Mizu looked at her meekly and she felt heat rise to her cheeks in embarrassment at being thrown around.
"Fine, come along mouse" Sora said annoyed.
Mizu grabbed her bags and she followed her head down. Her hair fell to cover her flushed face not wanting the girls to watch her take the walk of shame. She ignored the murmurs ranging from:
"She'll be expensive"
"This girl won't survive"
"If Sora doesn't kill her, one of her clients will rip her to shreds"
"Did you see her clothing, she was rich"
She felt her eyes water of their cruelty and followed Sora till she opened the baby blue door towards her room.
"Okay so here are the rules mouse" Sora began. "You see that black and red door?"
Mizu said nothing.
"Do you?" Sora hissed.
Mizu nodded scared.
"That is my door. Every single girl is assigned at color, yours is the baby blue door. Fitting don't you think?" Sora smirked "You being a baby and all"
Mizu looked down.
"Look kid, this place is hard so begin to toughen up" Sora muttered.
Mizu looked at her immediately after hearing it.
"I am tough" Mizu mumbled.
"Oh?" Sora said raising her brow.
"Y-yes" Mizu told her.
She thought that maybe it wasn't the smartest idea to tell people just where she belonged and who she exactly was, thus she refused to explain it and merely stayed mum.
Sora snorted.
"And yet you got caught? Shame really" Sora said shaking her head. "Just be a good mouse and stay inside till I call you. Get dress in finer clothing tonight, for you'll meet our usual customers."
Mizu paled and Sora chuckled.
"Not like that" Sora said amused. "Just to see how we function, look for a girl named Sayuri there and she'll show you"
Mizu nodded and looked at her meekly.
"Get inside. I won't be so nice next time." Sora finished.
She was practically pushed indoors, and then Sora closed the door making a loud noise. Mizu winced and she couldn't help it….she cried. She cried hard thinking about what had occurred in a span of hours. She covered her face and sobbed, sobbed of what was to come. She hated Shouyoku.