~Chapter Nine~
(Registration)
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Waking up very early in the morning, I sit up in my bed careful not to wake up Tamamo who is next to me. I sigh softly smiling to myself having a nice sleep in the first time in forever. I get out of the bed and begin my morning routine by going to the closet. I quickly change into a white loose tank top with tight black shorts and matching sandals. I put my amethyst colored hair in a ponytail with one long strand on the right side of my face. It looks like Nami from One Piece. I walk to the bed and fix the sheets only to wake up Tamamo from her sleep.
"Oh, I'm sorry, Tamamo-chan. I was trying to fix the bed…um, would you like to come with me to train?" I ask her wondering if she wants to come with me to the Training Fields for my morning workout. Tamamo looks at me for a moment through sleepy eyes. She lets out a cute yawn before nodding her head. I gently lift her up and place her comfortably on my shoulders before heading out. I made sure to lock the door behind me. I leave my home to the Training Fields in hopes to get there before other meaner shinobis do.
Arriving at one of the Training Fields, I place Tamamo on a small patch of grass to sleep on. I begin with my stretches before I practice any taijutsu stances. I would then do my strenuous workout and again with taijutsu stances. After the second round of the taijutsu stances, I will stretch and mediate for at least a half an hour. This is just my morning routine. I have a lot more vigorous routine during the afternoon. This gives me time to think of what I really want to focus in. I plan on going to the library after registering for the Academy today. Tamamo probably came along with me for the fact she thinks I would leave her at the house if I didn't take her along with me. Oh, well, I just hope she has a good rest.
Once the sun is up signaling morning, I take Tamamo and head back home for a quick shower and breakfast. Working out does wonders on one's stomach. I would be so embarrassed if someone heard my stomach at the Training Field. I unlock the door and enter the home. Tamamo jumps off my shoulders and looks at me.
"I'm making breakfast, Tamamo-chan. Why don't you pick out what I will where at the registration today?" I say giving her something to do. I believe she wants to do everything on her own to help me, but I do not want her to coddle me. I am not going to be insensitive about it, but I will give her some tasks to keep her busy. She already does enough by helping me with chakra and home maintenance. I need to do something on my own, or I will become too depended on her. Tamamo nods her head and heads off to my room. I walk to the bathroom in need of a shower. Training is rather sweaty business.
Dressing into a red overall dress with a white short sleeve underdress, I walk out of the bathroom and head to the kitchen. I begin to gather the ingredients and start making breakfast. I make sure there is enough for her as well. Setting the table, Tamamo and I sit and eat out breakfast enjoying it.
"You're chakra control is excellent, but you have little to begin with. Have you been doing your leaf exercise?" Tamamo asks after finishing her bite of food. She is quite lady-like manners compare to most foxes. Tamamo looks at me, and I simply nod my head since my mouth is filled with food. Tamamo nods her head approvingly.
"It is a start. We will upgrade after going to the library. There are bound to be books and scrolls we can use to assist or give us an edge. Civilians are the most challenging type of shinobis due to lack of tradition and training." Tamamo says to me informing more about this world. I understand what she means by being most challenging. I do not have any special bloodline or experienced clan members to train me. I am pretty much lucky to have Tamamo to assist me this far. We continue discussing on what to do about my training and possibilities of specializing in at my level. Both of us know the current level of skill. I have been practicing my calligraphy, and I intent to learn more about fūinjutsu (sealing techniques). It does not require much chakra and only need a steady hand and creative mind. Sadly I need to bear in mind how dangerous an unstable or incorrectly made seal could be too. I will need to ask someone to tutor me who am considered a Master. I am guessing the Hokage will have knowledge of who if not himself being a master.
Cleaning and putting up the dishes, both Tamamo and I leave our house locking the door behind us. I know it is time for those who want to register to go to the Academy. Honestly I am nervous about this due to the fact I need my guardian to sign for me. I know I asked the Hokage to sponsor me, but what if I can't because of my mother? She may stop me out of spite or some other reason. I care for her very much and seek to help her, but…I know now there is little for me to do on my end. She is the only person who can decide on whether or not to change let alone seek help. Tamamo jumps on my shoulder and gently gives me a comforting lick on my cheek making me smile. I pet her on the head thanking her. She has been my rock so far and helped through this rough patch. I hope it isn't too much for her. I did pack a book and some documents that might be needed.
Surprisingly it does not take long to arrive to the Academy. I see a lot of wannabe students and their parents. It is slightly bittersweet to me wishing my mom could be like the others' mothers. It is painful yet heartwarming. I silently pray they are good parents who truly care for their children. I will not wish for anyone to be in my shoes. I walk up to the table where two shinobis are sitting.
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