Chapter 1
How many years had it been since last spoke to someone? I was quite unsure. Sure this question had played in mind for quite a while now, but I never bothered answering it; it did not matter. All I need to do now was to finish what I started. Keeping my balance on the tree branch, my gaze never left my prey. I trailed my tongue over the blade. My kill was waiting. With that, I swooped down; a simple knife, not even a kunai, splitting the enemy into almost two. It was indeed a gruesome sight. Blood splattered everywhere, but not a spot landed on me. I watched his companions freeze in shock. I said nothing. Whether they assembled an army or flee like little pathetic little animals was none of my business. I was a hired assassin. Paid only to kill; those unlisted, will be spared and that was all there is to it in this cursed work.
"Who the hell are you?! You MONSTER!" A rather plump, short man shouted at me.
I merely cocked my head. Giving him a look that clearly states, 'I don't fucking care'.
Underneath my high collar, a small smile played at the corner of my lips.
"Get out of here, now and get some help! I'll handle him!" The large overly muscular man stated, clenching his fists together. The smaller man merely nodded as he disappeared, leaving without a trace. I smirked at that. Pathetic indeed.
That loaf of meat stood before me, flexing his muscles; as if trying to provoke me.
He was a whole lot taller than me, almost 3 feet. I remained unfazed otherwise.
"You should know that I'm a Jounin, an A-rank to be exact,"
I said nothing at that but mere shut my eyes for a while, thinking. Even a genin could shut up in a fight.
"Are you mocking me?!" he shouted as his charged, a fist crashing down. I disappeared and reappeared above him. He spun, thinking I would go right behind him. How he was so wrong…
That same knife, had lodged itself into his thick skull.
Days like these, were just down right cold in Yugakure. The winter came unexpectedly this year, sweeping the lands with fine white snow. It was as if the earth itself was not ready for such a change, for the maple trees were still flourished with vermillion. My eyes remained fixed on the falling leaves. The heat from the springs really did help after a long day. Multiple kills today, I had earned quite a sum of gold. That amount would be able to keep me going for a few years. My muscles tensed for a while but relaxed otherwise, when my eyes caught sight of a familiar white fox emerging from the forest. A small smile formed on my lips as I motioned it to come over. It did as it was told; carefully side stepping the rocks and going around the pool, trying not to get itself wet. As usual, he would give me a small lick to and proceeded sniffing me. I was quite used to this.
I smirked when it let out a bark. I had smelt of blood. I then ran my fingers through its thick fur, stroking it. "Why do you bother coming here, knowing that my scent will only bring you fear?"
Shutting my eyes, I let out a sigh. The weather was getting colder.
Due to the heavy snowstorms these days, I had not received a single word from my clients. Well, it was a pain to go out during days like these. I would usually stay indoors; do some chores, like what other normal girls would do.
In truth, I hated my disguise as a man; having my chest bound and wearing clothes, covering every inch of my body. Either way, myself fighting as male did not improve the situation. It gets even worse sometimes; but it was for the best, at least I still had my freedom as a normal girl. My long hair tied into a bun, I stared at myself in the mirror. Not a bit masculine. Strangely enough, most of the people I had fought never once thought I might be a woman. That was a good sign though.
I had a lot of people on my tail who wanted me dead.
They have sent spies, assassins and for some nut heads, samurais. It was a pain really.
After weather had cleared, I was out again, this time to do some grocery shopping. Some hot soup would be nice. My stomach was already screaming profanities at me.
I stopped just outside, the small supermarket when my eyes caught sight of a rather muscular man inside, arguing with someone.
As I edged closer, I was nearly bumped into by a screaming Mrs. Yamaki.
I frowned, watching the old woman pant. When she realized it was me, she pulled me into a tight hug. I bent down a little to accommodate her short height.
I placed my hand over her back, trying to comfort her.
"I-Ieun, don't go in there. There is a very, very scary man." She stuttered, her voice laced with fear.
I gave her a look, telling her to tell me what exactly happened.
"I-It was another young man, a regular customer…The big guy had an argument with him and beaten him up quite badly."
It was roar of laughter which caused Mrs. Yamaki to scream.
"Oh no, what should I do…What should I do?!"
It was then I muttered, "I'll do something. I'll talk to them. Call for help." I said, my voice came out unnatural. But I soon dismissed it.
"Be careful!"
I nodded, watching her run across the street.
I took a deep breath as I entered the place.
Idiot! You're putting yourself in more danger! You can't let anyone know you're a ninja.
I dismissed the little voice in my head and decided to worry about the consequences later.
She wasn't joking when she said the other customer was being bad beaten to death. When I saw this, I reappeared before the man with my hand on his wrist. "STOP. IT." I hissed out.
He was dumbstruck, unsure of what to do. He lowered his fists, hesitantly. That was when, I got a good look of the man that was being pummeled. What a mess.
"Get out of the way, bitch." His voice came out harsh.
It was these type violent persistent men that irritate me the most. I shot a glare at him.
"What do you want?" I asked, all too familiar with these types of situations.
"This is none of business, girl. Now get out of my fucking way."
Just as he was about to push me aside, I kicked him, hard on his chest. He staggered a little from the impact, with a surprised look on his face. "Fuck..."
If I kicked any harder, he would be sent flying out. But I shouldn't resort to that.
When he realized a mob of people were coming, he shot me a dirty look, but fled otherwise. He left in a flash, literally. That was when I concluded that he was a ninja. He used a jutsu to escape, no doubt.
I didn't bother running after him, it was pointless. I knelt down next to the injured man, checking his pulse. "Still alive."
Just when Mrs. Yamaki arrived, she gave me a worried look. "He's gone?"
"He just fled." I stated. Pushing the others aside, a man ran to me. He was furious.
"Where did that rotten asshole go?! I'm going to get him-
"Don't bother. You'll die, before you can lay a finger on him."
Everyone fell silent, giving me odd looks.
