AN; Here's the first chapter! Just a week later, aye?
I have an offer; Entry One will come sooner if you review =D
If you don't want to, however, I will be posting it Sunday.
Just a small offer. 'Cause I like reviews that aren't flames. They be prettyfuls ^-^
Anyways, please excuse any spelling errors that may occur. I reviewed this chapter after and during my writing, but I might've lost something.
I DO NOT OWN NARUTO. I own Kaida though. Pretty pretty Kaida. Nor do I own CocoRosie. =D
Inadream- -Iwasawerewolf
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Groaning, I could barely make out the alarm's squall before the sound of it falling met my ears; then silence… Perhaps it decided to shut up? Maybe I could get away with sleeping a bit longer…
"KAIDA! Time to get up!"
Or maybe not.
I groaned again, turning over on my side- only to be met with a falling feeling and a sudden thud upon the hard wood floor; which only received another groan from my mouth. Wonderful. Second day of school to start with an aching back; today's going to be wonderful, I can already tell.
Sarcasm, in case you were wondering.
"Kaida?" a knock, then the sound of the door opening, "You okay? I heard a something- What did you do?"
"What do you think?" I turned my head to the direction of the voice; staring out in darkness towards his direction, "I fell down, simply put."
"…You haven't gotten any less of a klutz since we last saw each other, huh?"
"Shush."
He let out a laugh, walking towards my direction and pulling me up from the floor to a standing position; shaking his head, "Get dressed, Kaida. I'm going to get you something to eat" he started towards the door, stopping when I cleared my throat.
"Uh, Iruka," I spoke, simply pointing to my eyes, unaware of if he turned around or not.
"Oh right! I'm sorry, Kaida. I nearly forgot,"
"You did forget."
"Can you blame me?" he laughed sheepishly, his putting my arm over his shoulder and leading me out of the bedroom, and into what I could assume the bathroom, stopping suddenly and letting my arm drop. "Alright, brace yourself."
I tilted my head back, tense, preparing for what I had to go through each day; only did I relax once the cold, wet liquid met my eye; and again the other; blinking to keep it in.
"There you go, is that better?"
Opening my tightly closed eyes, I blinked a few more times as the darkness started to fade, the outlines of the world around me steadily coming back into place, "Much. Thank you."
"You're welcome- get ready, then, okay? I'm going to get you something to eat. Ramen?"
"I'd rather take an apple."
"Apple it is, then!"
Sighing, I heard the door close behind me and I stared into the mirror, blinking until everything was clear; and once it was, I looked at my appearance. My skin, pale and dry; freckles adorned my skin in various, but limited spots on the neck down; my face being relatively clear of a blemish, except perhaps a faint, bubble-gum shade of pink adorning my cheeks, forehead and chin in a natural blush. My face shape a slight triangular oval- with a small, but not unattractive point at my chin. My nose was average, rounded at the tip; my lips the same average. My hair was a short mess of pink and blonde, however. Reaching just above my chin, I had bangs that managed to cover my forehead in slight points, with hair laying in a pointed, slightly inward curve on each side of my face. Other than that, and a slight spike that was permanently styled in the back, my hair was a plain mess of Strawberry blonde.
I watched as my white eyes slowly tint themselves with a pale grey as my vision became clearer and clearer, leaving them with a slightly silver color; once clear enough that I wouldn't dizzy myself out, I brushed my fingers through the tangled mess I call hair, turning on my sink and splattering water into my face; removing the excess eye drops and using itself as an natural coffee. Immediately groping for and grabbing a towel, patting all the water off of my face.
Turning to the shower beside me, I turned the faucets on and adjusted them, letting the water fall unto my hand until satisfied with the lukewarm temperature; slipping out of my cotton shorts and polyester tank; finishing off with my undergarments and running my hands through my hair once more, in hopes of clearing the mess a bit more before I stepped into the shower; washing all the dirt and grime from the day before away; cleaning my hair, cleaning my body, then stepping out of the comforting shower and into the cold fifteen minutes later.
Wrapping a towel around me, making sure it was secure; I left the bathroom to see Iruka with his back to me, making what looked like waffles before I quickly retreated to the bedroom, shutting the door and using the towel to finish drying myself- then letting it fall as I grabbed and slipped on my undergarments, staring at myself in the mirror.
I was aware I was female, yes. I had a small frame, though- if one would classify it, a pear shape. However, due to my binding, I'm not surprised to be confused with a guy; but I don't really care. Binding keeps my balance well. Keeps people from getting the wrong idea- the last thing I need.
After I was content with the bindings around my chest, I slipped on my usual attire- which consisted of a short sleeve, low v-neck shirt that let the top of my bindings show. It was grey in color, and had triangles on the lower sides that were a deep purple. The only special editions were the crest of the Oudan village under my chest on the left side. It was a box, with a line that curved up to the middle of the box, went down below it, and then finished off in a straight line to the end of the box- simple, but it significant.
My bottoms was simply baggy, light brown pants that went just below my knees; buttoning up at the crotch, a ninja pouch strapped to my right thigh and pockets deep enough to carry hidden blades or money. Turning, I walked to the end table of the bed, flinching at the broken clock that I knocked over earlier- I'll have to clean that later on. Sighing, I grabbing the black choker that was on the table, tying it over my neck, and then doing the same for the low-hanging necklace, having a small aquamarine jewel at the end of a small chain attached to where it clips in the back, and a green triangle pendant that was chopped, much like how my hair is, where the flat side should be. Once finished with that, I took the binding and started wrapping my legs from the calf down, slipping on my deep purple, calf-high ninja shoes; with a half-inch heel and black lace going from the top, inner corners down to the back of my heel; complete black steel-toes to match the lace.
Stretching, I proceeded to wrap my arms in the same bindings, going from just below my elbow to the end of my fingers- going from a fist to open hands a couple times to get myself used to the gauze, I put on my final attire- a white beanie-like-hat, with the crest of the makers on the bottom right corner (Something like hands washing each other), the words 'Giz' on the bottom left, and then my towns crest just above those words.
Looking into the mirror once more, making sure I was content with my appearance, I left the bedroom of the three-roomed apartment. It consisted of a living room (Where Iruka is sleeping, much to my arguments) slash kitchen, a bedroom, and a small bathroom; nothing more, nothing less.
Finally, after making sure I had the correct weaponry in my pouch, my small blade and my money in my pockets, I walked over to him, pulling out an Apple from a basket on the counter, taking a bite as I watched him cleaning his plate- obviously already finishing and eating the food he was making earlier.
"Good morning, Kaida. Nice shower?"
"I guess."
"That's good. Listen," he started, setting the dishes in the sink and turning towards me, my posture straightening from its slouched position. "I have to run a couple of errands before class today; so, unless you want to tag along…"
"I'm going," I spoke, turning my back, "See you at the academy."
"Do you remember how to get there?"
I looked over at him, my eyebrow raised and head tilted to the side.
"Right, photographic memory;" he laughed sheepishly, scratching the back of his head in a nervous manner, then he proceeded to nod at her, "Be safe, then."
"Kay," turning around, I walked out of the apartment building, making my way to the Academy, biting out of the apple; the silence being disturbed by the hassle and bustle of the villagers, either preparing for their jobs, missions, school- doesn't matter, though, all I know is that it's another feature about this place that I'll have to try to get used to.
I don't know exactly how long I was walking, but I suppose it didn't matter; I guess all that matters is that I made it to the class, Seven-hundred and twenty-four steps from Iruka's home to the class room.
Upon entering, my eyes immediately went to the clock on the wall- Seven fourty-five. Still fourty-five minutes before people'll start arriving; ah, time alone never hurt anyone.
Turning my head away from the clock, I was greeted by the small glance from a boy clad in blue, with onyx eyes and black hair styled in a fashion that resembled a ducks butt- the boy being in the seat next to the one that was assigned for me the day past.
Shrugging, I walked up to sit in my seat, knowing that when he decided to arrive, Naruto would be on my right, opposite of the guy- a small smile crossing my features at my experiment I decided on the day before, leaning forward into a position much like the boy's beside me- elbows resting on the table, hands folded together. Only difference, my chin was resting on my hands.
"Tch."
"What was that?" I opened my left eye, looking to the boy beside me; only to see an annoyed expression crossing his features, but left me in silence, making me close my eye again, "Thought so."
I heard him 'Hmph,' obviously annoyed by, either the fact that I spoke back in the same condescending tone of voice he had used the day before, or because he assumed I was one of his chaotic fan girls urging to chase him down an alleyway. Yeah, that happened yesterday too.
The silence continued on for a good twenty minutes; him tense, possible wondering why I wasn't fawning over him by now over the angsty, demeaning and egotistical nature that was radiating off him ever so bluntly; Me? I was by no means in any hurry to break that silence. Ah but well… Dreams can't last long.
"Sasuke-kunnnn! I'm here for you!"
Pinky's here again.
"No, Bill-board brow! Get out of my way! I get to sit beside him today! You sat there Friday!"
That's a new voice. Wonder who it could be?
Pft. No. Like I give a flying duck.
See what I did there? Bazinga.
"Fat chance Ino-pig! Sasuke's MINE!"
"Bill-board brow!"
"Ino-pig!"
"Bossy!"
"Yeah, we knew you were!"
"Sasuke's mine!"
"No. He's MINE!"
"Mine!"
Sighing, I let my hands drop and eyes open, seeing the girls fighting directly in front of us, not noticing either of us. Seeing as they weren't going to quit for long, and that I'd rather not spend today with a migraine along with an aching back, I slammed my fist on the table, earning the attention of the two.
"If I may interject something," I started, my head tilting to the side, "If I recall correctly; precisely an hour after class let out- you both put your advances on to this… Sasuke, if you will, only to be denied. By that knowledge, why assume that he's either of yours, per say, when it's obvious to be a one-sided infatuation? If he was one of yours, wouldn't you say he would comply with that one's advance? Yes? Then he's not the property of either of you. With that out of the way; you may now proceed in silence, unless prepared to face the consequences of giving me a headache."
Sighing, I closed my eyes and rubbed my temples in a circle-like motion, expecting them to shut up. However, little was I surprised when the Blonde; Ino, slammed her hand down in front of me; eyebrows lowering when a reaction was not found, "Yeah? And who are you to tell us this?" she spoke, her tone dramatic.
"Kaida Ringo, now, if that is all, I would like to go back to silence, please-"
"What kind of name is that?" She humphed, "How do we know you aren't in love with Sasuke-kun yourself? I bet you're just trying to get us off his case so you can have him all to yourself!"
"Yeah!" Sakura spoke up, marching herself up beside Ino, "Out of all the seats here, you decide to sit beside MY Sasuke-kun, why?"
"He's MI-"
"I assure you, I am in no way attracted, even remotely, to the boy beside me. I am merely sitting here because this is where Iruka assigned me to sit. If he had assigned me otherwise, I would not be sitting here. However, as this is where I was told to sit, this is where I'm sitting, unless he tells me otherwise. I do not believe that the word of two girls fighting over the boy in question is hardly influential to Iruka's decision."
They stared at me a few moments, blinking, causing me to sigh dramatically.
"Dumbing it down for your sake," I spoke, sitting up straight, using my hands as emphasis, "Me no likey Sasuke. Me sit here because Teacher said so! Me has no reason to sit in Me's spot but that! Now, me is getting a boo-boo in the head. Please leave so me can no longer hurt, thank you!"
I then slouched to rub my temples once again- however, in the action, my wrist was grabbed by the blonde, glared upon so harshly that I felt myself freeze and coil inside with fear- wondering if I was going to die here…
Bazinga.
Never see them coming, do you?
Tilting my head to the side, I raised my eyebrow at her, "Yes?"
"You just called us stupid, didn't you?" she squealed. Much like a pig- guess she lives up to her name.
"Look at that; some intelligence behind that dull exterior, is there?"
"Listen here, bitch,"
"Invalid statement. But I thank you for the complement, if perhaps a little out of context."
"Complement? How is that a complement?"
"Simple enough to conceive. A bitch is a dog- dogs bark, do they not? And bark also comes from trees. Trees, however, are a part of nature; and unless I am deceived, nature is of the utmost beauty. So thank you for the complement."
"…Slut!"
"Once again invalid. I assure you, my sleeping quarters are in no way messy. I have been referred to frequently as immaculate; or finicky, if that word is above your intelligence."
I let my smirk keep its place on my lips as I watched their eyes twitch; I know, I know, I shouldn't be encouraging the petty argument. But hey, what better do I have to do?
"Ugh!" The egotistical blonde exclaimed; throwing her hands up in exasperation. "Listen, you!" she exclaimed, glaring at me once again, "That's MY seat. You're not allowed to sit by MY Sasuke-kun, so get OUT!"
"Why weren't you sitting in it yesterday, then?"
That got her. A blush flashed up her face, but I couldn't tell if it was from anger or embarrassment, probably both. "Well… Uh…."
I smiled at her as she tried to think up an explanation, doing my best innocently devious smile I could, "Nice chatting with you, talk to me when you have a reasonable argument."
Glaring at me once again, she flipped her hair back and 'Humphed' once more, before walking away in a pissed manner, shortly followed by Sakura; who, though happy that it was Ino I told off, knew that the argument stood against her, as well. And thus, all was silent once more, except for the blaring headache that the girls had grown. Sigh.
I glanced to the boy beside, me, who was still looking at me with an eyebrow raised- to which I smirked, and nodded to him, mouthing a 'No need to thank me,' then I proceeded back to my position from before the obnoxious fan girls come about, waiting for the class to fill and start; my head still pounding consistently. This is going to be a long day.
