^*A/N: Okay, I want to ask you guys to be very lenient with me on the 'Naruto World', I have seen only about 30 episodes of the show, and I don't remember most of the details for it was a while ago, but I really, really, facking love Itachi so much so I chose to write this fanfic. Something's will be slightly different, mainly because it fits into the idea of my story better. Things like the age when kids go to the academy, or go to chunin exams and what not, or exact ranking of ninjas. But I'm trying really hard and I wouldn't consider the changes enough to make this Fanfiction considered an AU, just a little different. So yea, just bear with me through those little discrepancies and you WILL NOT be disappointed. :)
Props go to Vampiric Instincs for allowing me to borrow a few ideas from her discontinued story. :) You beith very, very awesome.
**MonsterlyFiction :)
Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto, or Inuyasha, but I damn wish I did.
Prologue:
No one messed with the Higurashi clan. They were quiet, recluses, deadly. People were just happy that they kept to themselves.
The Higurashi's were always prodigies. Training since they could walk. None of them ever entered the Academy, it was pointless, they were usually the level of chunin by the time they would have been able to enter the Academy. That is, until Kagome.
She had refused to learn any advanced techniques, claiming that she wanted to go to school, to be normal. It was the first it had happened, ever. So of course it would bring many strange looks and whispers when Kagome Higurashi appeared in class a few years into the schooling.
There she stood, in front of the class, a little girl from an unseen family. It had been so long since anyone has really interacted with them that people almost forgotten the 'Higurashi' traits. The bright emerald green eyes that carried a bloodline limit so deadly that most never dared to meet their eyes, whether activated or not. The pale skin that almost put geisha's to shame, the perfect raven hair that almost shown the darkest violet in the sunlight. Her face was passive as she looked towards the class, not making eye contact.
"Students," the man's voice cut through the silence, ", as I'm sure you realize, this is Kagome Higurashi of the Higurashi clan. She will be attending our ninja academy, the first time a Higurashi has ever done this. I expect all of you to show her the upmost acceptance." He was final, leaving the children with no doubt that they better listen to him. "Now, before we continue, is there anything you would like to add, Kagome?"
The kids couldn't hear her, she was soft spoken, but the teacher nodded. "She has agreed to answer some questions if anyone is curious about something, but this is the only time she will, she is very shy." He added that last part in there. Kagome's father was extremely careful to make sure he was informed on everything about little Kagome that the teacher might need to know for her learning benefit.
No one made a move until a brave boy tentatively raised his hand. The teacher smiled brightly at him. "Yes, Unizuko."
"Why is she not looking at us?" The teacher forgot, they are too young to know of the bloodline limit, it had been a long time since a Higurashi showed up at the chunin exams.
"Higurashi's possess a bloodline limit called Shénshèngan. Kagome hasn't fully mastered it yet and she doesn't want it to accidently hurt someone." The boy gulped slightly and sat back in his seat. "That also means that you have to help her by not looking into her eyes unless she says so… Next?" Another kid, this time a girl, raised her hand. "Yes."
"Why is she so quiet?" The teacher was about to respond with a bit on how it was rude to comment on things like that when a soft voice chirped up next to him.
"Because I am uncomfortable with this situation. Once I get to know everyone, I'm sure I will talk more…" She taped her crossed arm with her fingers, breathing slowly as to control down her Shénshèngan.
'Deceivingly smart for her age. Just like her old man said.' The teacher waited a short second before talking again. "Will that be all Kagome?" She nodded her head slightly. He turned his attention to the students. "Okay… Itachi…" He met the cold eyes of one of the only Uchiha's in his class. "Because you possess Sharingan, I'm going to ask you to show Kagome around."
Itachi huffed and looked out the window again. "I do not wish to babysit, sensei." There were snickers heard around the room and it embarrassed Kagome a bit. She did not want to be seen as a 'baby', it irked her.
"Itachi…" The teacher growled, but was silenced when Kagome took a step forward. Her father's voice instantly flashed through the sensei's mind. 'She's only as shy as her temper.' At first, he had no idea what the meant, and he didn't dare ask the Higurashi head about it. But now, it was clear.
"It's okay. I'm sure I can find my way around sensei. Do not get angry with him simply because he is scared." The class made more noses as Itachi stood, eyes narrowing at the girl who was a good five or so inches shorter than himself. His eyes showing the Sharingan with bright intensity as he stared directly into the emerald hues, he could see the tale tell lines of her bloodline limit appearing.
"Are you challenging me, little girl?"
"What if I am? It's not as if you could do anything about it, little boy…" The class couldn't look away, things were just getting good. Most of them knew the fables of Higurashi fighting style, and were excited to see who would win. Higurashi or Uchiha.
"Enough." Teachers cutting voice once again broke through the room. "You guys will have plenty of time to spar in the very near future. Itachi, you will listen to me and show her around. As of now, you're the only one that can be near her safely." He paused, staring down the kid. "Got it?"
Itachi mumbled a few words and finally sat back down. The teacher sighed. "Alright Kagome, go ahead and sit down somewhere so we can get on with today's lessons."
Kagome chose a seat at random and quickly became engrossed in the curriculum.
(-: ^^
Kagome really was a normal girl at heart. She enjoyed nice weather and pretty things, just like most other girls, but what made her different is that she truly was shy, usually not talking to anyone other than her dad. She surprised even herself at her bought of confidence this morning, it was… odd. Maybe it had something to do more with that Uchiha brat, and less to do with her actual shyness. He had made her angry, a feat that is near untouchable.
It's not that she was naturally cold or uncaring, but all Higurashi's are raised to be strictly professional, no emotions around outside people. They were taught that any show of sentiment was a weakness that could get you killed. Simple as that. But Kagome had learned at an early age to lock away at least two of the most powerful emotions, sadness and anger. And here Itachi was, breaking down whatever barrier she had built up without her wanting to. How did he manage to do that within only a few words?
It was something that she's going to figure out. Even if it took her forever.
Speak of the devil and he shall appear. Imagine Kagome's surprise when she almost ran into the Uchiha. She halted herself in the nick of time though; managing to avoid touching him.
His eyes were ever cold as he stared down at her. "Girl." Kagome felt her emotions rising again, right along with her Shénshèngan.
'What's with this guy…' Kagome narrowed her eyes slightly, not fully looking into his black hues.
"Boy." Kagome saw red appear in the corner of her vision and allowed their eyes to meet, slightly thankful that his bloodline limit canceled hers. It was a saving grace to have someone in the school that she could actually look at without worries, but that didn't mean that she liked him any.
It was quite funny to Itachi. This girl was supposed to be a member of the 'Great Higurashi's' and she hasn't even learned to control her own powers yet. Itachi had nearly mastered his Sharingan by now and he was only eleven. She had to be the same age and can't even keep her, what was it called… Shénshèngan… turned off. She must not be the prodigy that everyone in the Uchiha clan kept talking about as 'the most promising' next head of the Higurashi.
"I'm told to show you around."
"I know this, but I also said that I can find my own way around here. It's not that hard, the layout of the place is simple enough." She turned from him, noticing with a smirk that his breathing picked up in frustration. "I don't need some spoiled Uchiha brat to show me around." She half meant that, she really just felt some sick satisfaction knowing that she could get under his skin just like he got under hers. With nothing more to say, she walked away, leaving a flabbergasted Itachi in her wake.
No one ever spoke to Itachi like that, ever. Not even his very own father. It was a refreshing change of pace for him. 'Maybe she's a bit more interesting than I previously thought.' He thought to himself, watching her stroll down the hallway, clearly content with herself.
That was the day that Itachi Uchiha first became infatuated with a girl, whether he wanted to admit it or not.
^*A/N: Hoped you guys are still with me. First chapter will be up as soon as my beta gets her ass in gear and does some editing. :)
Review on how you do or don't like it, please, i could use your feedback.