Hello all Storm here with a new chapter! It's been a while since I updated, I think, has it been? Don't mind me I've just been feeling rather scatterbrained recently. Anyway hope you all enjoy the chapter. So, without further ado.
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"Is this the abandoned fort we've been looking for?" Bols asked as the Jaegers, minus Esdeath and Tatsumi, stood at the bottom of stairs leading to a fort currently occupied by bandits
"Uh-huh, our first mission as Jaegers is to tear this unsightly place apart." Stylish answered
"How shall we go about it?" Asked Run
"Justice should always be direct. Strike from the front." Seryu stated
Hearing that made Naruto quietly scoff, not for the first time from hearing Seryu talk about justice.
'Justice? Such a bendable concept, one persons justice is another person's excuse to kill, steal, and rape as they please. This girls no different having such a narrow view of the world, the Empire is good and everyone else are evil whether they're innocent or not.' Naruto thought
He's willingly to admit he's stained his hands with the blood of the innocent before, but at least he's honest about his intentions. He only cares about protecting those he loves, the rest of the world can burn for all he cared.
The Jaegers proceeded up the steps to the fort, Naruto pausing for brief moment to look over his shoulder narrowing his eyes sensing a spike in negative emotions from where Esdeath and Tatsumi were.
"Something wrong?" Kurome asked noticing his slight pause
"No, just my imagination." Said Naruto resuming his climb
Looking where Naruto had been Kurome could just faintly see Esdeath sitting with the new recruit. Narrowing her eyes Kurome continuing walking while making a mental note to keep an eye on the new kid. If Naruto didn't trust him then it must for a good reason, his instincts have saved their lives plenty of times when they were younger.
Reaching the gate the Jaegers heard an alarm being rung as bandits ran out blocking their path.
"You're pretty stupid to attack us head on!" one shouted
"Koro Phase Five." Seryu said holding out her right arm
With a small bark Koro grew in size before biting down on Seryu's arm. The Teigu slid off revealing Seryu's arm was now a massive green drill.
"Judgement of the Ten Kings! Devil King's Justice Lance!" Seryu shouted as she charged forward impaling the bandits
"Next! Phase Seven, Cannon of Justice!" Yelled Seryu now having a cannon arm before blasting the forts gates open
"Hmhmhm, all those weapons are my fabulous design. The Hands of God, Perfector, stylishly increases the wearers' dexterity hundreds of times over! Ooooh, I am just living for this Teigu!" Stylish said doing several poses as he did
'I hate you so fucking much.' Naruto thought as they entered the fort before splitting up
Kurome went first cutting down all the ones by the gate, Bols torching the ones on the wall with Rubicante, Run taking to the skies with Mastema and impaling bandits with razor sharp feathers.
Naruto meanwhile simply walked through the fortress casually.
"You're dead you little shit!" A bandit shouted as several jumped out of hiding
"Hmph, you idiots don't even realize, you're already dead." Stated Naruto as the Phantom Ruby glowed brightly
Suddenly reality shattered around them revealing the bandits impaled on glowing crimson chains suspending them in the air.
Soon all the bandits were dead and now all that's left was to burn the fort to the ground. It was easy with Bols using Rubicante and Naruto creating several replicas on the Teigu that unleashed streams of flames until the entire fort was burning.
There job done the Jaegers exited the burning fort. Looking to where Esdeath and Tatsumi were, Naruto smirked unseen to everyone as he sensed the fear from Tatsumi at what they're capable of.
'I can taste your fear child, it's delicious.' Thought Naruto
This display should discourage the boy from going against them, if it doesn't though… then he's either very brave or very stupid.
*Later-Esdeath's Room*
'They were quite magnificent, it didn't even take them longer than thirty minutes to destroy that fort. Naruto in particular, he didn't even look like he was trying, in fact I'd say he was rather bored.' Esdeath thought as she stood in the shower
She had hoped this mission would allow her to get a glimpse of Naruto's powers first hand and she wasn't disappointed, true all she saw was him conjure chains to kill some bandits it was still impressive that he doesn't need to make gestures. It was true, he just had to think it and the Phantom Ruby would make it.
'But I was hoping to get a better look at the more physical side of his fighting style. Then again given he trains by fighting copies of myself, he must quite strong. He probably only uses the Phantom Ruby as that's all he really needs, unless he comes across a strong opponent. I wonder maybe I can convince him to spar gets me.' Esdeath though smiling eagerly at the idea
Though her smile turned into a frown as her mind then drifted to when she first introduced Tatsumi to the Jaegers.
*Flashback*
"Therefore, not only is he part of our reserves, Tatsumi here is also going to be my lover." Esdeath concluded motioning to the chained Tatsumi
Though her eyes shifted to Naruto as she finished talking, hoping to get a reaction having read somewhere that most men can get jealous at seeing a girl they like with another man. Unfortunately with his mask on Esdeath couldn't tell his expression, and his body language didn't give anything away either.
'I'm starting to not like that mask.' Esdeath thought wanting to see if Naruto was upset at her choosing Tatsumi as her lover
"Now if any of you are married or in a relationship, please raise your hand." Esdeath said
Only Bols, Kurome, and Naruto raised their hands.
"Whaaa?!"
"Don't tell me you three have girlfriends and a boyfriend!" Seryu said shocked
"Yes." Said Naruto and Kurome holding hands showing they were together
"I actually have a lovely wife of six years. She's such a wonderful woman, I really don't deserve her!" Bols said embarrassingly but happily at the thought of his family
"Then maybe you can help me. What can I do to encourage Tatsumi to return my affections?" Esdeath asked secretly wanting the advice to get Naruto
Though given he's already in a relationship with Kurome, that may prove more difficult.
"Ooh, the trick is to never give up. I'll tell you a secret, my dear wife turned me down twice before I found the perfect moment and swept her off her feet. So bear in mind that it may take some time But it will be worth it." Bols explained, Esdeath humming in agreement as she wrote in her journal
"That's very helpful." Said Esdeath
"Wait what about you guys, how did that happen?" Wave asked looking to Naruto and Kurome, Esdeath listening intently wanting to know how Kurome got with Naruto as well
Mostly to see if she should try a similar method.
Kurome remained stoic as ever, while Naruto surprisingly looked away in embarrassment.
"Well you see that's actually priv-"
"I locked us both in my room until he took me." Kurome cut off
Utter silence descended into the room, the Jaegers all with shocked looks at how casually Kurome said that.
"On my bed, on the floor, against the wall." Added Kurome, Naruto having a mortified expression under his mask before he immediately ran out the room taking Kurome with him
'Okay there's an idea.' Esdeath thought writing it down
It would be efficient and enjoyable for both of them.
*End Flashback*
'I can certainly be determined and I wouldn't mind trapping in my room with me. Though it'll be determined who would take who.' Esdeath thought grinning at the images her mind conjured
Unfortunately she a rather difficult obstacle in the form of Kurome. From what little she's seen Naruto seems quite protective and loves Kurome very much, so it'd be difficult to Naruto with Kurome in the picture.
'Huh, usually I just kill anyone in my way, but if I kill Kurome I could never have Naruto. I also can't order someone to as they'll likely never get close enough. I also doubt threat of torture or death can convince Kurome to leave him.' Thought Esdeath frustrated that she can't use her normal methods to get what she wants
Maybe though she can use a different method.
'I wonder if Kurome would be open to the idea of sharing?' Esdeath wondered not against the idea of sharing Naruto only as long as she can be with him
'I'll be sure to broach the topic with her next time we're alone.' Thought Esdeath turning the water off
Drying off Esdeath put her shirt on and exited the bathroom frowning when she saw Tatsumi sitting on her bed.
"What're you doing?" Said Esdeath, snapping the boy from his shock at her state of dress
"Uh, what?" Tatsumi said
"My bed. What are you doing on my bed?" Esdeath repeated angry he was sitting on her bed
The only man she'd allow to share her bed was Naruto.
"What? But I thought…" Said Tatsumi unsure what to think since she said he was her lover wasn't he
"Oh right that. Well let me clear that up, that was only to make my true lover jealous. You'll forgive the deception, but honestly you aren't my type." Said Esdeath dismissively
Sure he had a nice smile, but she preferred Naruto's. Plus he didn't even require training to match her strength and already possessed a degree of bloodlust.
"True… lover?" Tatsumi asked while feeling his pride take a serious blow that she's only using him to make someone else jealous
"Yes, Infinite. He's truly amazing isn't he, his power, his strength, everything." Esdeath sighed contently while using Naruto's codename knowing he doesn't like people knowing his true name
Plus his smooth voice when he's wearing his mask, and how his personality can change when he's not wearing it but still get embarrassed.
"Infinite? You mean that weird guy wearing the mask." Said Tatsumi, Esdeath looking at him sharply before rearing her hand back
*SLAP*
"That 'weird guy' could kill you with both hands tied behind his back, his legs broken, blinded, and on his worst day and you on your best. Speak of him in such a way again and I will kill you myself understand." Esdeath said darkly
Tatsumi gulping and nodding while knowing his chances of convincing Esdeath to join the Revolutionary Army just dropped to below zero.
"Now get up, only Infinite is allowed to share my bed." Said Esdeath laying down as Tatsumi instantly show up knowing it wouldn't be wise to anger the general any more than already did
'Though maybe now will be a good chance to escape and get back to base.' Thought Tatsumi since maybe Esdeath not being in love with him was a good thing, means she's less likely to notice if he leaves
Though as if reading his mind Esdeath spoke again.
"Also if you value your life, you wouldn't leave. If you're caught in the palace or trying to leave you'll be executed. So it'd be wise not to try anything foolish." Esdeath said without looking
That ended any thoughts Tatsumi had about escaping before went to the bathroom with a sullen expression.
"Oh shoot, I should have seen when Naruto-kun was showering to take one together." Esdeath muttered to herself
Oh well, there's always next time.
'In the end, I will have you Naruto-kun, in the mean time it will be a fun game to play.' Thought Esdeath
*Next Morning*
Naruto, Kurome, and Wave all sat in the dining area of the Jaegers quarters waiting for the rest of their teammates along with to see of they'll be given a mission. Wave stood by the window with a cup of coffee, Kurome eating her snacks, and Naruto was leaning back in his chair with his feet kicked up on the table.
Suddenly the door opened with Tatsumi entering the room.
"Hm? Hey how did you sleep last ni- oh wow, you didn't sleep at all." Wave said upon seeing Tatsumi's haggard appearance
"No, I was so nervous I stayed awake until the sun came up." Stated Tatsumi
He had tried falling asleep until he heard Esdeath giggling and moaning her sleep while saying Infinite's name, Tatsumi had been terrified that making the slightest sound would wake her up.
"You sure do started snacking early in the day, Kurome." Wave said hoping to get to know his teammates
"Mind your own business." Retorted Kurome
"You should try to eat more seafood, it's really good for you." Stated Wave not one to give up
"I wouldn't want to smell like fish-AH!" Kurome yelped before rubbing her forehead when Naruto flicked her
"Kuro-chan, remember what we talked about being nicer to others." Said Naruto in a chastising tone
"Not my fault he smells like fish." Said Kurome
"What? Really? Do I smell like fish?" Wave asked looking to Tatsumi
"Oh, uh, no not really, yeah you kinda do." Tatsumi admitted, Wave looking down at that before looking to his more quiet teammate
"What about you Infinite, I haven't seen you eat anything." Said Wave not seeing the masked teen eating anything when he came in
In response Naruto tapped the Phantom Ruby on his chest.
"This provides me all the energy and nourishment I need, it allows to go weeks without food or sleep before I require either and even then it's only the bare minimum." Naruto replied
"Wow, that's a pretty impressive Teigu." Complimented Wave remembering it could also create realistic replicas from their mission to destroy the bandit fort
Naruto didn't bother correcting him that the Phantom Ruby as he looked at Tatsumi who was staring at Kurome, making the teen narrow his eyes.
"If you're wise you wouldn't look at Kuro-chan like that." Naruto said as his body started glitching out, making Tatsumi gulp and Kurome to look at the boy
"Keep your eyes off my cookies." Kurome said assuming he was looking at her sweets, Tatsumi reeling back at her protectiveness
"Gotta problem." Said Kurome
"Oh, uh… please don't be offended, but you really look like that Akame girl from the wanted posters." Tatsumi said seeing the resemblance in both appearance and attitude
"Right! I noticed that earlier too." Said Wave in agreement
Noticing Kurome gaining a dark look at the mention of her sister, Naruto placed a hand on her shoulder.
"That's because Akame is Kurome's older sister." Naruto said, Kurome calming down slightly as she put her hand on Naruto's
"That's right, but then she went and abandoned us both. I hope to see big sister again, so I can make her feel the same pain she made me feel.' Kurome said with a wicked smile
Before Kurome wanted nothing more than to kill Akame herself, but after some time with Naruto she doesn't want to kill her sister. But she still wants to hurt Akame for abandoning them.
Tatsumi looked stunned by this, though before anything else could be said the door opened again and Esdeath entered the room.
"Tatsumi! We're off to Fake Mount. We'll spend the next few days hunting." Esdeath declared putting her general cap on
"Where's Fake Mount?" Questioned Tatsumi
"It's in the range beyond the outskirts of the Capital, a good hunting ground for Danger Beasts and for survival training. Kurome and I sometimes go there to hunt." Naruto answered in place of Esdeath
"Correct, you three will also be joining us. We'll be hunting Danger Beasts as well as bandits." Esdeath said pleased that Naruto has already been to Mount Fake
"Right." The three Jaegers said
"Kurome and I will take the east throughout the day, Wave and Tatsumi you're in charge of the west. We'll exchange partners at night. So, Tatsumi will be with me. Infinite since you are already familiar with the location you may take whichever path you choose, but make sure to check in when we switch partners." Esdeath said knowing the monsters that come out at night are especially vicious
The three nodded, while Tatsumi silently groaned in disappointment. Looking at the boy Naruto narrowed his eyes.
'He seemed far to eager to go to a place he's never even heard of before, but when he heard he would be travelling with Esdeath at night he became disappointed. Disappointed in losing the chance to escape perhaps?' Naruto thought
He'll have to keep a close eye on him while on this trip
*Later-Mount Fake*
"Infinite are you sure you want to come with us the general said you could take any path you wanted." Wave said looking to Naruto who had gone with him and Tatsumi when they arrived at Mount Fake
"I merely came with you to speak with Tatsumi." Stated Naruto, while said boy stopped and looked up
"Huh? Speak with me?" Tatsumi asked confused
Why would he want to talk with him?
"Yes, though not really speak but give a warning." Naruto said before appearing right next to Tatsumi shocking both Teigu users at his speed before they found themselves frozen in place
'Wh-what is this? Why can't I move?' Thought Tatsumi struggling to turn his head and look at Naruto's one visible yellow eye
"I will only say this once, so listen very carefully. I don't care who you are, why you're here, or where you come from but if you in anyway endanger Kurome or anyone I love, I swear I will make you watch as I slaughter everyone you've ever known and loved then I will break every bone in your body and when you are broken I'll tear your heart from your chest." Naruto swore
Tatsumi shook in fear as he looked into Naruto visible eye, feeling like an ant in the presence of a giant.
'No, not a giant… a demon.' Tatsumi thought in fear
During his time with Night Raid all the people he's killed, whenever he looked in their eyes he always saw nothing but bloodlust and sadistic pleasure at causing others pain. But with Naruto, there was no bloodlust or sadism, only a darkness that threatened to consume his entire being.
Even when he found out the truth behind Aria and her family, taking in people from the country only to torture them to death, Tatsumi hadn't been afraid only angry at what happened to his friends. But in that very moment Tatsumi had never been more afraid in his life.
"Do I make myself clear?" Naruto said phrasing it as a question even though it wasn't one
"Ye-yes." Said Tatsumi
Then just like the feeling was gone and both Wave and Tatsumi could breathe again.
"Good, I don't like repeating myself. So, this is your first and only warning. I suggest you heed it if you value your life." Naruto said as he floated into the air and flying away
"Wow… he's really intense." Wave said trying to lighten the mood while shake off the dread he felt at what he just witnessed
"Yeah… that's one word." Muttered Tatsumi as they continued on their way
One thing was for certain he needed to get back to base and warn everyone about that… monster in human skin.
*With Naruto*
After separating from Wave and Tatsumi, Naruto had flown up to the top of Mount Fake and stood on the edge gazing out over the horizon taking in the view. This was something he always liked to do, find a high location and simply look at the world below, see only the beauty it holds rather than the true horrors that lie underneath.
'Like a tiger, beautiful and majestic from a distance, but get to close and it will tear you apart. The only way to survive is to have absolute power and with the Phantom Ruby that's exactly what I have.' Naruto thought holding a hand up to the Phantom Ruby
He still remembered the day he received the Phantom Ruby, a gift from his mother on his ninth birthday.
*Flashback*
Naruto was jumping with excitement as he made his way downstairs. Today was his birthday and while that normally made him excited, he was even more excited because his mother said she had a special surprise for him and he was eager to find out what it was.
Running downstairs Naruto stopped when he saw his mother waiting for him with her hands behind her back and a knowing smile on her face. Looking around Naruto was confused when he didn't see anyone else.
"Where's Nee-chan?" Naruto asked wondering where his sister was
"She went out, but don't worry she'll be back soon. Though I did hear her mention about picking something up on the way." She said smiling before moving her hands from her back revealing a small gift wrapped box
"Though I'm sure what you really want is this. Happy Birthday Naru-chan." She said handing Naruto the gift
Grinning the wrapped box Naruto shook it a little to see what was inside. Only hearing something moving around Naruto tore open the paper and opened the box to see a strange shaped gem stone with a ripple pattern.
"What's this?" Naruto asked grabbing the gem confused of what it was supposed to be
"It's called the Phantom Ruby, it's been in our family for generations. While it may look like just a normal gem, it's been said that it possesses great power and only someone that can awaken the Phantom Ruby will be able to wield it." She said, as Naruto looked at the Phantom Ruby in awe
"Do you think I'll be able to awaken the Phantom Ruby Kaa-chan?" Asked Naruto
"I believe you will Naru-chan, maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow but I believe you will." She said smiling before kissing his forehead
Naruto returned the smile while looking at the Phantom Ruby, he swears he'll find a way to unlock its power no matter what and use it to protect those he loves.
*End Flashback*
That had been one of the last happy memories Naruto had with his mother. As not even two years later everything Naruto cared had been ripped away from him by those twisted bastards.
He took great pleasure in hunting them down and tearing them apart piece by piece.
'Now there's only one left and their death, it won't be glorious or remembered. No, they will die and be forgotten to time like the worthless ant they are.' Naruto thought the right side of his mask glowing bright red
Naruto's head suddenly shot up as he sensed two Teigu being activated.
'Hm, must be Wave and Tatsumi as I doubt there's anything on this mountain that'd warrant Esdeath or Kurome to activate their Teigu.' Thought Naruto flying off to where he sensed the Teigu
Reaching the location Naruto saw two armored figures, he recognized the armors as belonging to both Incursio and Grand Chariot, while sensing both Tatsumi and Wave in the armors.
'So, Tatsumi is a member of Night Raid and since he's now in possession of Incursio, that means the 100 Man-Slayer Bulat is dead as well.' Naruto thought knowing Bulat is supposed to be the current wielder of Incursio from reports
Naruto watched as Tatsumi tried escaping only to be stopped by Wave at every turn, until Wave used Grand Fall and knocked Tatsumi into the river.
'Idiot, he recognizes Incursio but doesn't know the user can turn invisible.' Thought Naruto seeing Wave run down stream only for Tatsumi to walk out of the river as his armor vanished and collapsed on the ground
Creating a sword Naruto prepared to go down and kill the boy but stopped when a Danger Beast came out of the woods. Though that wasn't what made him stop, what did was when he saw Akame jump out and kill the Danger Beast.
'Akame.' Naruto thought looking at his old friend and former comrade in the Assassination Division
She's still as beautiful as the last time he saw her. Though he felt his anger spike when he saw how tendered she was being with Tatsumi, though it was stopped when a green-haired teen grabbed them both and took off running.
'Hm, I could follow them straight to their base and deal with Night Raid myself, or I could finally be rid of Stylish and his lackeys.' Thought Naruto sensing Stylish nearby along with his Team Stylish
Yes that can work, it will be one less problem he'd have to deal with. And with any luck they'll be able to deal with a few members of Night Raid as well. With his mind made up Naruto left the area to head back to the Capital sure that Esdeath, Kurome, and Wave will be there once they realize Tatsumi is missing.
*Later*
"I don't know what else to say, except I'm very sorry for what happened okay." Wave said crying rivers of tears sitting in nothing but his boxers while his legs were pressed against a piece of wood with raised mountain points and several stone slabs on his lap
"General Esdeath, I humble beg your forgiveness!" Said Wave
"Tatsumi got away because you weren't paying attention, and then you likely injured him along with losing him in a river where he could drown! Kurome more wait!" Esdeath demanded her eyes being shadowed by her hair
"Mm-hm." Said Kurome comically dropping another stone slab on Wave's lap getting a cry of pain from the boy
"Oh my dear Wave, your technique is impeccable but it's useless if you don't use your head. Please try to correct this." Esdeath said
"Okay." Whimpered Wave
"Oh and next time you disappoint me, I will be delivering your punishment myself! Is that perfectly clear." Esdeath said wickedly
"Yes ma'am!" Wave said quickly fearful of Esdeath would punish him with
"Commander, deepest apologies Koro hasn't been able to track him down yet!" Seryu reported entering the room, Esdeath mentally sighing in annoyance
"Hekatonkheires is built for combat, don't let it upset you." Said Esdeath before noticing two members missing
"Where's Dr. Stylish and Naruto?" Esdeath questioned not seeing the scientist or the true object of her affection
"We still haven't heard from them." Answered Seryu
"Well I'm sure Stylish has found nothing as well. As for Naruto, I believe he's on his way back now." Stated Esdeath
"Commander, may I ask a question concerning the young man you're interested in? If he did turn out to be an enemy then how would you like us to proceed?" Run said knowing if Tatsumi proved to be an enemy they'll have to kill him but wanted to hear Esdeath's thoughts on the situation
Esdeath looked at Run for a moment before speaking.
"If Tatsumi proves himself to be an enemy or a threat to any of you, then kill him without hesitation." Esdeath said
Even if she did care about Tatsumi she'd say the same thing as she'd put the lives of her subordinates above that of someone she barely knows.
"As you wish commander." Said Run
"Tatsumi's been infected with evil, so we should just vanquish him right away." Seryu added
"Then it's a good thing he is an enemy already." Naruto said entering the room getting everyone's attention
"Naruto you're back. And what do you mean Tatsumi is already an enemy?" Questioned Esdeath
"The Night Raid member Wave encountered, that was Tatsumi. It appears he's in possession of Incursio and the 100 Man-Slayer is dead." Answered Naruto, surprising the others
"And how did you come by this information?" Esdeath said narrowing her eyes that she had allowed a member of Night Raid into the palace
"While Wave left believing he was carried away by the current of the river, I stayed and saw Tatsumi come out having used Incursio's invisibilty to hide himself. He was then found by Akame and another Night Raid member, a young man with green hair, and presumably brought back to their base. Also on my way back I rendezvoused with Dr. Stylish and his team, I pointed the doctor in the right direction and they went to attack Night Raid's base while I returned with my report." Naruto said, Esdeath nodding in approval
"You were right to return with this information. Now we have two more identified Night Raid members and can confirm another is dead." Esdeath complimented, Naruto nodding
"Actually commander I believe I may know another one. The young man Naruto mentioned, the one with green hair, I believe he owns a bookstore in town that's usually frequented by a rather… provocative young woman. While I can't say for certain she's a member of Night Raid, they did seem rather familiar with each other." Run said remembering the bookstore he visited when he arrived in the capital and the owner
Nodding to this Esdeath was rather pleased, not only have they gained the identity of two, possibly three, members of Night Raid but confirmation one of the more dangerous members is dead.
'Not only that but I don't to pretend to like Tatsumi anymore and can hopefully start pursuing my true target.' Esdeath thought looking at Naruto before turning her gaze to Kurome
The black-haired girl met the generals gaze and narrowed her eyes slightly, while Esdeath smirked remembering the conversation they had while at Fake Mount.
*Flashback*
"So Kurome, you and Naruto are together." Esdeath stated as she and her subordinate trekked up the mountain
"Yes boss." Replied Kurome
"And how long have you two been together?" Asked Esdeath wondering how strong their relationship is
"Two years, six months, and nineteen days." Kurome listed having kept track of how long it's been since her relationship with Naruto began
"And in all that time have you ever considered sharing him?" Esdeath said getting straight to the point
That made Kurome pause and look and at her commander with narrowed eyes.
"No, he's mine and mine alone." Said Kurome harshly
"Oh don't misunderstand, I'd never think I could hope to split you apart. But you're saying you haven't been the tiniest bit curious of the possibilities." Said Esdeath smirking at the younger girl, who continued looking at her with narrowed eyes
"I mean of course you're scared he'd leave you for someone with more… maturity." Esdeath added crossing her arms under her large assets, making Kurome growl slightly
"You already have Tatsumi, why would you want MY Naru-kun." Said Kurome her possessive side coming out
"Oh please, Tatsumi might be cute and have a nice smile. But Naruto has him beat in both looks and having a wonderful smile, isn't that right. I'm sure he's also better in more private things as well." Esdeath said smirking as Kurome gained a faint blush
"He's mine and no one will take him fro me!" Kurome growled
"Like I said I don't want to take him, I'm more than willingly to share and I'm sure Naruto has more than enough love for more than one woman. Just something to think Kurome, though if it helps, I certainly wouldn't mind getting to know you more… intimately." Esdeath said whispering the last word in Kurome's ear
The general then continued walking as Kurome looked at her back with narrowed eyes.
*End Flashback*
While Esdeath doubted she'd managed to convince Kurome to share Naruto, she's sure she at least opened her up to the idea of sharing.
'Now it's just a matter of time and the longer it takes the more desirable you become Naruto-kun.' Esdeath thought
For now she'll enjoy the chase, like a true predator, and when the time is right she'll pounce and capture her prey.
*Night Raid Base*
"And that's everything I found out about the Jaegers and their weapons." Tatsumi concluded having finished telling his friends/teammates what he found out about the Jaegers
"Gahhh! So all of those guys can use Teigu? Man, this blows." Leone whined
Meanwhile Akame looked down after hearing both her sister and childhood friend/crush are members of the Jaegers.
"I still can't believe Kurome and Naruto are members." Akame said saddened that they were now hunting Night Raid
"But when you left the Empire, why didn't you bring them with you?" Asked Tatsumi confused as to why they would be on opposite sides with two of them working for the Empire
"I asked Kurome to come with me, but she decided to stay behind with Naruto." Akame said
"With Naruto?" Tatsumi repeated, Akame nodding
"Yes. Naruto wanted to stay in the Empire to find someone, it's not my place to say why only know that he'll do whatever it takes to locate this person." Akame said remembering the words Naruto told her years ago of his reason for joining the Empire
"I don't care what I have to do, who I have to kill, I will never stop not until I find them and when I do I will erase their existence and let them be forgotten to the sands of time."
He had said it with such conviction and desire that Akame could only wonder who this person was and what they did to gain Naruto's hatred.
"So, to Kurome I'm just another traitor to the Empire." Said Akame
"Well. Now that you've seen those jerks up close and personal, what's your opinion?" Mine asked
"If we're talking one-on-one, I don't think any of the Jaegers are tougher than we are. It's just… Esdeath. I've never seen anything like her. As of now, I really don't think I stand a chance against her. And then there's Naruto…" Tatsumi said a haunted look on his face as he remembered the pressure he exerted and his power
"… I've never felt power like that and his eyes." Muttered Tatsumi
Even now he could still his gaze looking down at him, regarding him nothing but an ant beneath his boot.
Mine, Lubbock, and Leone were unnerved at the haunted look on Tatsumi's face.
"Come on, the guy can't be that tough… right?" Leone said trying to stay strong but the look on Tatsumi's face freaked her out
"Yes he is. Between Naruto and Esdeath, Naruto is the real threat and his power exceeds all of ours. Even working together he could crush us with minimal effort." Akame said having seen numerous times where Naruto displayed his power and it sometimes terrified Akame that someone could possess such power
What scared Akame the most though… she knew he's never used his full strength in the entire time she's known him. There's a reason he picked Infinite to be his codename.
That worried them even more, all of them knowing Akame wasn't one to exaggerate things.
"Well, what should we do if we encounter him?" Lubbock asked worriedly
"Run in the opposite direction and pray he doesn't pursue you." Answered Akame before walking away
So, what did you think, good. Yep, Esdeath does not love or care about Tatsumi, but rather she's only using him to make Naruto jealous. Not only that but we got a look into Naruto's past of how he gained the Phantom Ruby, along with learn he ha a sister keep that in mind for later. So yeah hope you liked the chapter. So, review if you liked go away if you didn't.
Storm out