Just a Bunch of Nobodies Chapter 3
Don't own Naruto.
Yeah, this is a bit shorter. But hey, I'm new at this.
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Previously…
"Rexec, Haxklina, split up and observe this village, it would be best if we were well-informed before we make a choice."
"Alright, bro!" Rexec happily chirped, before walking off.
Rexec happily walked through Konoha, eager to explore what could be her new home.
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While she walked, she thought to herself about this new situation, and what could come of it. Could she really become a ninja? From what she saw from the Darkness Diploma technique, the life a ninja was exciting.
'Sure, there may be some death here and there, but it's not like I'm attached to anyone here besides bro and sis, and nothing can kill those two.' She giggled to herself at the thought of someone overcoming her older siblings. Throughout all her years as a member of Pi, it was a rare sight to see Haxklina hurt, and for Daxbronn, an impossible one. The three of them were the pinnacle of strength in Pi, and in her opinion, even Xehanort's full strength wouldn't compare. 'Of course, we can't prove that now…' she chuckled.
Rexec journey continued until she came upon what could be considered as a park for children. The place was deserted, as far as she could see, and as such, there was no reason to stick around. She turned and began to walk away when a faint noise reached her ears. It barely registered as a sound, but it was there nonetheless. Rexec strained her ears to locate the source of the noise. She proceeded through the park, and came upon a small area just on the border of the forest. The noise than became all too clear, someone was crying. Rexec peered closer, and saw that a small girl was the one crying. Rexec couldn't help but be concerned, so she walked over to comfort the girl.
"You know, it's dangerous for a girl to be alone at this time." Rexec stated. The girl jumped up in fright, her sadness temporarily forgotten. After the girl calmed down, Rexec took a good look at her. Her short, blue hair was matted down, probably by sweat. The area around her eyes was red, most likely from the long bout of crying that took place earlier. What intrigued Rexec the most were the girl's eyes.
Her eyes were pale lavender, bordering on white. There were no pupils at all, and were it not for the movement of the eyes signifying sight, Rexec would have sworn she was blind. Rexec decided to ask about that later, instead, she decided to learn more about her. "What's your name?"
Sensing nothing but concern in the stranger's dark eyes, she answered, "Hyuuga Hinata"
"Well Hinata, why are you all alone out here?"
The girl sniffed silently, wiping away her tears. She managed to compose herself long enough to answer. "I-I came out here to think." Rexec could see that something big was troubling her, and she couldn't bring herself to leave the child alone.
"Why were you crying?"
"B-Because I am a failure to my family." Rexec was shocked at the bluntness of the confession. She proceeded to question the girl, unaware that she was being watched from a short distance away.
"What? How can you be a failure to your own family?"
"I am supposed to be the next heir to my, but I'm too weak. My younger sister can easily defeat me, and as such, the elders keep pushing for my status to be revoked, and given to her instead. And then, there is my father.."
"What about him?"
"He berates me daily, saying how weak I am, that I'm not fit to be heir. But the worst thing is, I know he does it to protect me." The mysterious stranger watching the two flinched slightly.
"What?" Rexec was a myriad of emotions. First she was saddened, then angry, and now, she was confused.
"By belittling me, he pleases the elders, and remains head of the clan. If he showed any sympathy for me, he might be forced to step down. If that happens, I'll truly be alone in the clan, and he will be unable to protect me."
Rexec felt sympathy for Hinata, as the thought of losing her siblings was too horrible to imagine. "Don't you have any friends?" Hinata shook her head.
"As the clan heir, I've not been allowed to socialize with others very often. I've only met one other person outside of the clan." This being said, a small blush darkened her cheeks. Rexec quickly noticed this, and smiled.
"So, what's his name?" Rexec asked, causing Hinata's blush to darken further.
"Uzumaki Naruto." She gulped, and continued. "I saw him a few weeks ago while I was being escorted around town. We were only able to talk for a short time before he was chased off by one of my bodyguards. I admire him, mostly because he can do what I can't."
"And what might that be?" Rexec inquired.
"He hides much pain behind his eyes, and yet he is able to remain a happy soul. I admire him because he is strong, and I'm just weak."
"Don't talk like that! You can easily be strong. Just have more confidence in yourself. You said that you don't have any friends, right? Then I'll be the first!" She jumped up, and suddenly embraced Hinata. The poor girl nearly fainted at this show of Affection. Rexec put her down, and stated, "My name's Rexec, and starting today, I'm your first friend! With my help, you'll never doubt yourself again!"
"Um, th-thank you." Hinata stuttered. At this point, the mysterious figure made himself known.
"Hinata." the figure said. Hinata froze, and turned to see the source of the voice. Standing a short distance away was none other than her father, Hyuuga Hiashi. He was a tall, stern-looking man, and his white eyes were trained on the two in front of him. Hinata could only stutter.
"F-Father!"
"So, this is your pops, eh?" Rexec asked. Hiashi answered in Hinata's stead.
"That is correct. I understand that you have befriended my daughter." Rexec nodded. Hiashi stared at her, than at Hinata. After a few moments, he turned and began to walk away, while speaking to Rexec. "So be it, you seem to have strength. Having you around might make my daughter less useless." Rexec scowled at Hiashi's harsh words, but stopped briefly as she detected the smallest hint of a grin spread across his face. "She will remain with you for the remainder of the day, after that, you will return her to the compound. She knows the way."
Normally, Hiashi wouldn't remotely consider leaving his daughter with an unknown stranger, but he observed the ANBU closely watching the one known as Rexec. With them present, he needn't fret about Hinata's safety. Satisfied, he left the two to their own devices, confident that he could only gain from this.
Rexec looked down at Hinata, who was wearing a meek, yet firm smile. She offered her hand, and the two began walking off. Shortly after leaving, Rexec's mind snapped to attention, as she realized something she almost completely forgot.
'Crap, I'm attached now.'