Dreaming of memories

"Mama, why do we hide from the world?"

"Well Phoenix, we hide from the world because... the humans out there don't understand us."

"What do you mean, Mama?"

*sigh

"I mean that they are not like us and we are not like them. People who are not like them are considered... weird in a way. They will do things that they would out of fear and hatred."

"Oh..."

"But not all humans are like this. That is why we help them when they are not even looking. We help when they need to rescue a life, protection, and more."

"...Will I ever find nice humans, Mama?"

*smiling

"...Yes, someday."

End of dream

I wake up with a jolt. I looked around the area, panicking about where I am, but then I remembered yesterday, and calmed down.

'I hate remembering. It makes it harder to move on from the past, making me miss them more.'

I looked at the alarm clock that I had set up.

4:32am

'I can't sleep, so might as well and get the day started already.'

I took a cold shower, wanting to get ride of the sweat that I had made from that memory. I then grabbed the new ninja clothing that I got yesterday.

They consisted of a black undershirt, dark blue ninja shorts, bandages wrapped around from my knees to my ankles, burgundy jacket with a long hood, and black fingerless gloves. I put my hair in a low ponytail, and hide all of my hair (except for the bangs that is covering the eye) in the hoodie, pulling it up.

I put on my necklace and hid it under my shirt. I turn to look at my reflection and satisfied with the results. I looked the way I always have: different.

I quickly go to the kitchen and grab an orange, then ran out the door. I know that it is too early for school to start, but I wanted to train some more in the woods. I jump from roof to roof, until I reached one of the many training grounds. I go to the clear area, and look to see if anyone was around. Not seeing anyone, I summoned a short blade from my bracelet and carved into a tree. I then started to distance myself from it, to about 10 feet.

I then replaced my short blade with a bow and arrow. These belonged to Hina, my sister. After the battle, I collected my family's weapons, but for some reason I couldn't find my parent's twin blades. They were meant to be passed down to me when I became leader, but I couldn't find them.

I lifted my bow and pulled on the string. An arrow formed out of the air as I pulled, and then I shot at the target.

Bullseye.

I kept doing it over and over again, keeping at it until it was time to go.

Time Skip...

I finally reached the Ninja Academy. This place wasn't to hard to find, but I wanted to look around before I got in. I see Kakashi at the door, reading his porn.

sweat dropped*

"Pervert."

"Well, your here now. You ready for your first day?"

I shrugged. I could care less, as long as I or anyone else doesn't get picked on, I'm fine with it.

I followed him in, and then we reached a door. I guessed it leads to one of the classrooms. I take a peek inside. There are a lot of students sitting and paying attention at Kakashi and another ninja as they were taking.

"Hi Kakashi. What can I do for you?"

"Sorry I'm late Iruka, but I'm here to drop off a new student."

"Oh, I see. Well, bring them in."

I quietly entered the classroom, not caring about the stares and the whispering going on.

"Well, I've got to go. Bye."

I see Kakashi teleport his way out, leaving a 'poof' behind.

"Everyone, this is our new student. How about you say your name?"

I look at them, giving them 'I don't care' stare. I shrugged.

"Names Phoenix. I don't have a last name, so don't ask."

"Does anyone have questions for Phoenix?"

The first one to raise there hand was a girl with pink hair. I nodded at her.

"Do you like anyone?"

dead pan*

"Why do you ask that?"

"Nevermind."

'Yeah, she is going to bug me later. I know it.'

The next was a boy with paint on his face and had a furry jacket.

"Why are you hiding your hair?"

"Why are you hiding your dog?"

He seemed shocked, as did the rest of the class. I can easily smell the dog from here, and it's smell cannot hide from me.

The next one was a girl with blond hair and blue eyes. I could see that she was pretty, but maybe a little of a diva.

"Where are you from?"

I hesitated, but I answered.

"Far away from here, I'll tell you that much."

The last one was from a boy with hair that reminded me of a pineapple.

"How old are you?"

"I just turned 9 last month."

Everyone's mouths dropped, including Iruka. I can see that they are all around the ages of 11-13 years old.

'Oh well, I guess I'm that awesome anyways.'

"Well, that's enough questions for today. How about you sit next to... Naruto. Naruto, raise your hand."

I see a blonde raise his hand. As I went to my seat, I here whispers that start to tick me off.

"I pity her, having to sit next to him..."

I looked at the pinkette, giving her a glare.

"You've got something to say, pinkette? If you do, say it to my face."

She looked shocked, and looked away, seeing as she was scared now. I then sat in my seat next to the blonde. He was wearing an orange jumpsuit, orange pants, these goggles, and had weird whisker-like markings on his cheeks.

'Why do they think that sitting next to him is bad?'

I brought my hand, indicating a handshake to him. He seemed surprised, looking at the hand, then at me. I give him a nod, and he took my hand.

"Nice to meet you. Names Phoenix, yours?"

He smiled so brightly, I thought I was going to go blind by his hyperactives.

"My name is Naruto Uzumaki, and I'm going to be the future Hokage."

"Really? Well, I believe you."

"R-Really?"

I simply nodded, and then started to pay attention to the rest of the class.

Time Skip...

Ever student started to head out, seeing as it was lunch time. I just followed them, trying to avoid the pinkette from all her stupid questions. I head on outside, and pull out my orange. I look around as I peel off the skin, seeing some were talking amongst each other, some were eating and some were training.

I then notice a group of girls surrounding a big area, and decided to take a peek. Inside the crowd, was a boy with raven hair and pale skin, and had this symbol on the back that looked like a fan. I notice that he was not paying attention to the girls, but to someone else. I see Naruto on the floor, already covered in cuts and bruises.

Naruto looked like he couldn't continue, but the raven kid didn't care. He was about to punch him, but I flashed in front of Naruto, and stopped his fist with my hand.

The kid looked surprised, as did Naruto and the girls. He quickly took his hand back, and looked annoyed. I just shrugged.

"I suggest you leave him alone."

"Why should I listen to you?"

"Did you not hear the word 'suggest' coming from my mouth?"

"...Hn."

"If you want a fight, I'm up for a challenge."

"Why would I fight a girl like you?"

I see him turning away, and heading to his group of fangirls.

"Wow, who could have thought that a ninja like you could be such a coward."

He stopped. I know I was provoking him, but I could care less. He continued to beat someone who was weaker than him, and I was not going to let it go. I shrugged, and walked over to Naruto.

I sensed him make his move, a kick coming to my back. I flipped out of the way, and grabbed his leg. He seemed surprised, but I didn't care as I tossed him back to his group of fangirls. He flipped and landed before he even reached his fangirls. He ran at me, getting his fists ready. He then tried to hit my face, my arm, my stomach, but I blocked them all with ease.

"Are you sure you're the highest ranked ninja in the class? I was expecting more."

He was now pissed. He went on a full on stamped, trying to hit me with everything he got, but I easily avoided or block them with ease. I notice that our audience were watching in shock, including all the others who were not paying attention at the beginning.

'Time to end this, I suppose.'

With a flip, I did a handstand and did a round kick, hitting his knees from behind, making him fall flat on his face. I brushed off my sleeves as he slowly got up. He was still pissed, but I shook my head.

"I wouldn't have shown mercy to those who pick on others, so consider yourself lucky."

He turned away with a dark aura around him. Seeing how stubborn he is during his fight, I can tell that this isn't the last fight I will have with him. I walk over to Naruto, and held out my hand to help him up. He looked surprised, but he took it.

"Are you okay?"

"Yeah! That was awesome! How did you do that?! Can you teach me?!"

He was now beyond excited. He looked at me with hope and curiosity, something I haven't felt in a long time.

"I had 4 years of experience when it comes to fighting, so it would take a while if I had to train you."

"Oh..."

"But I guess I can show you a few fighting move, if you are up to it."

"Heck Yeah!!"

He looked beyond happy, excited to get at least even the smallest of training.

'He must be trying to get back at raven boy. They must be rivals or something.'

"By the way, who was that? He certainly seemed skilled, but he let his ego go to his head."

"Oh, That was Sasuke Uchiha, or who I'd like to call duck-butt."

'Hm, interesting nickname, and wisely chosen, actually. He must have lost his brain when that duck was decapitated.'

"So, when can you train me?"

"How about I make you a deal."

"A deal?"

"Yeah."

"Um, okay."

"If you get your grade to a C or above, than I'll teach you everything I know."

His mind seemed to have gone blank, because now he looked shocked.

"H-How did you know that I had a bad grade?!"

I shrugged.

"Easy. You weren't paying attention to anything during Iruka's lessons, you fell asleep during the little quiz we had, and you were also fooling around when he was 'not' looking. The list goes on, if you want me to continue."

He looked shocked and shook his head, not wanting to hear anymore. He then gave me a sad expression.

"But, how am I suppose to get a high grade if I can't even study? I..."

"Chill, Naruto, I'll help you study."

"Really?! But you just got here! How are you suppose to keep up?!"

"Worry about yourself, Naruto. Focus on trying to get your grade up, and besides, I can easily memorize anything."

"...Okay. Thank you, Phoenix."

"No problem. What are friends for?"

He looked at me shocked.

'If he keeps this up, he may make that his permanent face. Is this the first time he ever heard anyone call him his friend? If that's the case, we are more alike than I thought.'

"F-Friends?"

"Yeah. Is that a problem?"

"N-No! Not at all Phoenix!!"

The bell began to ring, calling us back for our next lessons.

"Meet me outside after school. We can head over to my place if you want to get started on studying."

"Sure!"

Time Skip...

I was grabbing my things, getting ready to leave when I was stopped by a group of girls.

'These must be Uchiha's fangirls. What a pain.'

"What ever you're going to ask, make it quick. I have somewhere I need to be."

I then notice the pinkette and the white blonde come forward, looking a little pissed and serious.

"Why did you do that to Sasuke-kun?"

'You have got to be kidding me. They stick up for this guy when he doesn't even deserve it. Did he make them lose their brain too?'

"Because, he deserved it."

"Sasuke-kun does not! He is perfect and so handsome! You are just to ignorant to see that!"

'Ok, rewind. Did they honestly call me ignorant when they are the ones who are too stupid to see that he could kill anyone in the next few years if he continues to build up his strength? Heck, the guy was picking on someone, and nobody bothered to stop him! They are utter bull shit!!'

It brought back memories of pain, and seeing the people who beat me up, I could actually see the same thing in these people. Many may not be involved in the fights, but they didn't stop them either. That makes them the worse kind of people.

"I see. You guys are no different from 'them'."

They all looked confused, and they all looked at me.

"What I mean by 'them', I mean that you guys are too stupid, single minded, and selfish to even help someone who needed it. You consider someone who is 'different' or 'weird' a freak of nature that should be a personal punching bag, and not give a damn if they can feel or not."

They all looked shocked and pissed, wanting to end me.

"What do you know?! That 'dead last' doesn't matter-"

I end up throwing a pencil at pinkette's and white pig's head. They were both against the wall, so the pencil ended up landing a few centimeters next to their head. They looked scared now.

"Never... call my friend dead last. You can pick on me if you want, but he does matter, you just don't know it yet. If you want to beat me up, go ahead. If you want to spread rumors, be my guest. But if you bring Naruto into this, I might as well bring it up to the Hokage, or take care of you guys myself."

They shivered as I left. I know I may have given them nightmares, but I could careless. Naruto is my friend, and he reminds me of myself when I see him being mistreated.

I found Naruto outside on a swing, waiting for me like he promised. When he sees me, he looked ready and excited.

"How about we go get something to eat before we go to my place, Naruto."

Now he looked excited as he grabbed my arm and pulled me to our destination. It was a small stand, but I can easily smell the good food.

'Ichiraku Ramen, huh?'

"Hi Naruto. Who is this?"

"This is my new friend, Phoenix."

I nodded my head.

The ramen guy then took our orders. While I ordered shrimp ramen, Naruto ordered miso ramen. After that we headed over to my place and began studying.

Time Skip...

"I think that's good for today, Naruto."

He looked tired, and I can easily tell he is about to fall asleep. He just nodded as I gather my study equipment, and showed him to the door.

"Thanks for the help, Phoenix."

"No problem, Naruto. Get some rest, you'll need it if you want to pass the paper quiz tomorrow."

Apparently, he lives right next door. We were both surprised, but I didn't show it.

After he left, I started to get back to studying everything I needed to know, that includes the history, the Justus, and the laws of all the hidden villages.

sweat dropped*

'My head is going to split, I know it.'

I was about to get something to eat when I heard banging. It was coming from next door...

'NARUTO!'

I quickly ran outside, finding the his door busted open. I quickly entered quietly, and followed the noises. The place was trashed, with ramen noodle cups all over the place, but what got me more was the furniture. It seemed like their was a struggle, and I found some blood. I heard a cry, and found where the source was coming from.

I can say that there was more than one person in the room, and it seemed like they weren't suppose to be here.

"Might as well cut him some more. He deserves all the pain."

I hear another cry, and I couldn't take it anymore. I kicked the door open and faced the bastards. There was 4 men, all wearing clothes that seemed to me that they are civilians. One of the though was holding a sharp knife, and it was covered in blood. I then see Naruto, and I was now beyond pissed.

He had cuts all over his arms, back, and had a stab wound on his side. His skin was so pale, and he looked so exhausted. They had been tormenting him, and now I am going to give these guys a memory they will never forget.

"What are doing here little girl? Here to join the fun?"

The bastards actually smiled, thinking that they actually caught a weak little bird. But, this little bird is now ready to catch and kill it's prey.

One of the guys grabbed my arm, trying to pull me towards them, but I grabbed his arm and twisted it around his back, breaking the bones. He screamed in pain, and then I stomped on his ankle, breaking it and preventing him from running out. Bastard # 2 came and tried to punch me, but I easily avoided it, and grabbed his forearm, and flipped him. He landed on his crumpled friend, and I then summoned my blade and stabbed his thigh. The other 2 bastards were now scared, seeing as I can't be stopped that easily. The one with the blade threw it at me, seeing if that will work. I easily caught it between my fingers, and threw it back at him, hitting his shoulder. The third was about to run out, by punched him on the head, making him pass out.

I quickly ran to Naruto. He has a high fever, and the wounds are poison. His pulse is fine, but It won't be if he doesn't get treatment fast.

'I can't take him to the hospital, it will take too long. I might as well treat him, but not in here.'

I covered him with a blanket, and cared him on my back, taking him to my place. I kicked the door shut and quickly placed him on my bed. I then grabbed a bucket and filled it with water, preparing myself for the healing.

My people were know to heal with elements that we can control, and also heal others too. The strongest element of healing is water, and its easy when done by an expert.

I checked his wounds, and was surprised. His wounds we're healing on their own, but not fast enough apparently. I quickly summoned up water and put it against his wounds. I pushed some water into his wounds and go into the blood stream, gathering the toxic poison. I then put some light into the water that touched the toxics, turning the poison into a medicine.

I quickly returned the water into the bucket, and checked his health. His wounds are now turning into scars, but his pale complexion is gaining color again little by little.

'These best I can do now is let him rest. I better inform the Hokage, but I can't leave him unguarded.'

'Shadow Clone Justus'

I summoned one clone.

"Go tell the Hokage what happened, and tell him that I already treated him and will keep watch."

With a nod, the clone went to the window and jumped out.

I then sat down on the floor, with my short sword on my hand, ready for anything.

'This is going to be a long night.'

END OF CHAPTER 3, Part 1

Hi guys! Phoenix Flametail here! I am quickly writing Chapter 3, part 2 so you can see what happens next after this. I will post it soon, like I said before and will say throughout the whole story...No flames!!!! We'll see ya. Bye!!