Black and White
Rating: T for Teen
Reason: Blood, Gore, Extreme Violence, Swearing
Author: Soul Teller
Summary: Black and white… as plain as good and evil… two sides, yet one must prevail over the other… watch as the gods begin their battle of good and evil… now they must bring an end to the conflict!
Backtrack: Hinata has become a Tiger, God was reunited with his advisors, and has sent them to train Naruto and Hinata to become accustomed to they're new bodies and abilities. However will Naruto and Hinata have enough time to build their strength and rest to fight this new threat?
Chapter 9
Training to become the strongest
Naruto looked at the Devil before him, and he gave a growl, "Yeah, yeah, hold your breath, and there's a few things you need to learn before we start training. The first thing is you, what you are and what you're role is. You are a creature which is usually a giant animal that has mystical properties such as being able to generate Mana and use it to cast miracles. Now, one thing about being a creature is the people and da boss. Depending on the actions of da boss you will change. If da boss is pure of heart, which I hope he ain't, then you will also be pure of heart. However, if da boss is pure evil, which I hope he is, then you will be pure evil." Naruto gave a snarl. "You were wonderin' how da boss affects you? Dats simple, he created you and he provides his energy to you. So even though you can think and act for yourself, you're connected to da boss." Devil explained. Naruto was silent, and then he gave a growl.
"Hmph… well first things first… you must first learn how to perform a miracle. Somethin's telling me you prefer offense over defense. In that case we'll start by teaching you the basic fireball miracle." Naruto nodded and the Devil closed his eyes, his hands held out. He then began to move his hands around, as if rubbing something spherical. As he did this, a small light formed directly in the middle of his hands and eventually flames erupted in the center and they began to form into a ball of flames.
Naruto's eyes widened and he growled slightly as he saw the technique. "Oh, you saw dis before, eh? Well you should then know how da miracle work, or at least what it should look like. Now comes da hard part… actually creating da miracle. Now I want you to close your eyes and relax." Naruto tilted his head but did as he was told.
He closed his eyes and relaxed his muscles and his mind emptying it of all thought. "Good… now, I want you to reach inside of yourself and find da power inside of you that would be Mana, and when you find it, get a good strong hold on it." Naruto did as the pudgy being said. He began to explore his inner self, using his form when he was a human. He searched through the darkness, his body instinctively heading in one direction.
He continued for what seemed like a full hour, but what was really a half an hour, when he saw it, a glowing orb dripping with some gooey substance. He grabbed the orb and found it to be slippery, and he grabbed it with both hands holding it tight. The orb then glowed brightly between the cracks of his fingers, and it eventually shown through his hands and engulfed him. On the outside, Naruto's body glowed, intricate blue and red symbols appearing on his body, glowing and pulsing with light. He opened his eyes to marvel at his body.
"Dat took a while but you did it, you found your Mana. Now remember, you only have enough Mana now for one maybe two fireballs… actually let me check your stats again." The devil said and he spun around vanishing in a blur of red light.
Naruto wondered what he should do while he waited. He then decided to look and check where this Devil had taken him. He walked around, his eyes scanning the area, and then he saw it, a valley of stumps. He tilted his head, then he walked through the valley of stumps, eventually coming to a clearing filled with trees… made of bone! He looked at this spectacle, and then he saw it… coming from one bone was the boney remains of a person. It was then that a memory came to him of a youth with white hair and sad eyes.
A name soon came to him, 'Kimimaro… the assassin from Orochimaru.' Naruto's lips curled into a snarl, 'Orochimaru… if it wasn't for him, things would be different… when I find him… I'll… I'll-!' but before he could finish, a great weight came upon his head, making him fall forward, his head inches away from some protruding bone trees.
"Whoops! Didn't see ya there… I thought dis was a nice place, so I decided here would be da perfect place to… whip you… heh, heh, inta shape." Naruto growled. "Ey, ey! Don't get snippy with me buttercup! You're stuck wit me for quite a while, so shaddup and open those big ears of yours and pay close attention. Based on your stats, I have quite a bit of work for you! Now let's get started on the fireball miracle! Come on wimp!" The devil urged quickly making Naruto's temper soar. He roared and slashed at the Devil who dodged laughing. "Oh is that all you got! You gotta be kidding me!"
-Meanwhile at the Forest of Death-
Hinata pushed branches easily as big as her arm, her head ducked low to avoid being poked in the eye by a branch. Archangel phased through the trees as if he was a ghost, untouched by the branches. Hinata let out a low growl, and Archangel turned to her. "Am I a ghost? Well, not really, not in that context. I am a guardian spirit that guides young gods and goddess' through their trials and tribulations." Hinata growled again. "Why yes this isn't the first god I've guided. I've guided many before him through ages in past, present and future. In fact, I still guide them to this day."
Hinata was quiet as they came to a clearing in the forest. "Ah, yes this should do for your training. This forest reeks of death; normally this would be Devil's area of pleasure. But we will need it to hone your skills." Hinata tilted her head quizzically. "Ah yes… well, we are going to learn the healing miracle known as Cure. It's a miracle that heals wounds and illnesses with relative ease. However, this requires a large degree of concentration and focus, of which you have in spades. However, even with your concentration, with your current Mana levels, you could perform this miracle 3 times…" Archangel said, Hinata growled, however there was the smell of black soot, and then the Devil appeared in front of Hinata.
"Hey Cupcake I need that Naruto punk's data," Hinata snarled, and the Devil looked at her. "What, he is a punk, hitting me out of nowhere like that. Where'd he learn his manners, I'd like to know just so I can crush whoever taught him!" Hinata slashed at him and he flew a little higher. "What's your problem toots? Don't tell me you like da wimp?" Hinata hissed and turned her head away. "Huh well whateva, give me the data Softie."
Archangel glared at his evil counterpart with disgust, and then he snapped his fingers and a scroll appeared. He grabbed the scroll and handed it to the Devil who snatched it out of his hand. He opened the scroll and looked at it. Glasses appeared on the bridge of his nose and he gave a few 'Hmm' and 'okay' and 'I see' then he rolled the scroll back up and tossed it to the Archangel, who fumbled as he caught the scroll.
"Thanks again softie, and chicky… don't get your hopes up. If you're lucky, he'll notice you… notice that you're a weakling." He vanished, laughing as Hinata swiped at where he was, her claws extending and gouging through a tree. Archangel shook his head, disgusted and disappointed.
"Ugh I detest that brutish oaf… so foul and ill mannered!" Archangel said. Hinata gave a snarl, and Archangel turned to her. "Now, don't let him get under your skin. He talks big, but in the end he's a coward who only thinks of himself." Archangel said, Hinata was quiet, and then she gave a type of whine.
"I'm sure this Naruto chap notices you, and I'm sure he knows you care deeply for him." Hinata was silent then she gave a growl. "Oh dear… Hmm well I'm sure that you just need to tell him and I'm sure he'll return your feelings" Hinata then started to poke her fingers and lowered her head. "Oh buck up my child, he will, I'm sure, but unfortunately we don't have time for this… we need to make you stronger…" Hinata stopped poking her fingers and she stared at Archangel.
"All right, first things first… we need for you to access your Mana, which is similar to your ninja chakra. The only difference is that not only does it come from your body, it comes from the people and the world around you…" Hinata nodded. "Now I want you to gaze into yourself, close your eyes, and imagine that you are looking within your heart and soul. You will see Mana, and when you do, you must grasp that power. Now close your eyes…" Archangel said, and Hinata did as she was told.
-In Konoha, center of the crater-
The God hovered over the crater where Pain's Shinra Tensei had caused the unnatural formation. He had absorbed the Mana that used to belong to the ape, and he felt pretty darn good. He had more power than when he first came to this island that was for sure. So something as resetting the foundation of the land was simple, strenuous, but simple, and he was sure that by doing this it would help rally supporters, and with their prayers, and the help of the elder gods, he would regain most of his former strength. He then saw Gaara floating up to him, and he was interested, "Good evening Gaara. How might I help you?" He asked, and Gaara blinked.
"I believe the question is how can I help you? What can I do to better prepare the men for the battles to come?"
God was silent. "What you can do is give them hope and train them to become even stronger than they were one minute ago. I can tell you what you will probably see in future as far as enemies go from what I saw today… We will see generals with bits of the dark god's power… The power for now is formidable, but eventually, you will all have a power far greater than what you have now…" God said. "In fact, by the time this is over your power will have increased exponentially…" God said.
"I see… in the meantime, what should we expect from the enemy?" The god placed a giant finger on Gaara's head, and Gaara felt his mind tingle, and he was sent various images of warriors he never seen, wearing armor of different kinds. They all had different weapons, he saw men dressed in golden brown armor with golden helms with a large red Mohawk on the top. They had spears with steel tips, and large bronze shields. He then saw men, also with bronze armor but with short swords. He then saw a face with messy hair, bulging muscles, and the image of a hammer. Gaara felt the hand leave him and he blinked and grabbed his head, trying to process the information that had been given to him forcefully.
"Those men… and that man, who were they?" The god was floating above him looking down at Gaara.
"Those men were Greeks who modeled themselves after the Spartan warriors, and that man I cannot identify fully," the god said, "Spartans are an ancient group of warriors, originating from the lands of Sparta. They're known for their incredible fighting prowess, spears, and large shields. They once managed to defeat over a 100,000 soldiers with only 300 men… Do not underestimate a single Spartan, for you might find yourself in the fight of your life…" Gaara nodded.
"Now, you being a Shinobi, I'm sure you know how to use basic ninja tools?" Gaara nodded. "How is your skill with a weapon?" Gaara held up his hand and sand formed in his hand, taking the shape of a spear with several prongs and blood red symbols on the side. He held up the spear, and then he began to thrust it forward, and then slashed from side to side.
He then began to kick, punch, and slash, combining them to pull out moves, and then he began to use his sand as well, mixing all to create a deadly stream of attacks. When he finished, he had sweat beading down his head, but he kept his breath regular and even.
God gave a chuckle, "With that skill, you should be able to face whatever comes your way… you must teach your Shinobi to not rely solely on Jutsu. It got you this far, but it can only take you so far."
"I see… Thank you for your console god… I will inform the men of what they must do…" The god nodded, and he began to hover away.
"I have a request…" The god stopped. "When this battle is over, I wish to speak with Naruto, if it's not too much trouble?" Gaara asked.
"You may… he will be glad to see you, and know that you are well…" Gaara nodded his eyes blank, but a smile forming slightly on his face.
"Thank you…" He said, and then he floated back down to the ground.
"Well now, it's time for me to get to work…" The god said he flew to the ground and slammed himself onto the ground, the palm down. He glowed with blue light, and then his skin merged with the ground. He then lifted himself up, and as he did, the ground lifted up with him forming into a small hill.
He stopped when the hill became a hump in the center of the crater. He then moved to the rest of the depression and repeated the same action till the land was once again even with the rest of the terrain. He then removed himself from the land and then he laid on the ground. He stayed there for 20 minutes, and then he lifted himself up and flew into the air to observe his work. He was able to see that the land was relatively normal, but there were small bumps around the side which could be flattened later on, but for now, he needed to build a temple. He focused energy into a ball and as he did, trees and earth began to peel away from the surrounding area, and were absorbed into the ball. The ball then stopped absorbing and began to bulge outward forming into a building with stone pillars holding up a roof, and inside was an altar where offerings could be made and prayers could be heard. He held the temple in the air, and he looked around for a spot to put it. He then put it in middle of where the crater used to be, and the temple adjusted itself to the terrain. He then flew backward to examine his work. The temple was small, but then again, all temples were when they first started out. He snapped his fingers and numbers appeared in front of him.
'20, 320,' these numbers were his Mana count, how much Mana he had left.
He then began to calculate how much he had left till he would be fully depleted. He estimated that he had a total of 85 two person huts, before he ran out. It wouldn't be much, but it would do for now. He could always use the Mana from the people later on to create more complex houses. He once again created a ball of energy and began to absorb the ground and trees again into it.
-With Gaara-
Gaara stood in front of his men, the Sand Shinobi, who were all gathered at the Hokage's manor. "Everyone! We fight an unknown enemy with a known purpose… to destroy the elemental nations and take our land. What for? For power… for satisfaction… and for their own sick desires." Gaara said,
"We were once enemies with every other Village on our land, but now we must unite to become allies, to stand for common goals. Peace, freedom, our friends, our families, and most important of all… our children who will be our future so that they're children will become their future. We are but the stepping stones to a brighter and more glorious future!" Gaara said grasping a hand into a fist.
His Shinobi responded with a loud, 'Ho!' Gaara then closed his eyes.
"I don't know what exactly it is we are fighting against, but what I do know is that we cannot give up, and we cannot underestimate any opponent no matter how strong or weak!" Gaara said.
"For now it's just us, but the others will come later. We must find a way to last through this battle." Gaara said, opening his eyes.
He then held up his hand. "Prepare yourselves, for tomorrow, we will be stronger than we were today!"
His men nodded, "Now we need to train for every warrior that we might fight!" Gaara said, and he clapped his hands together. His gourd shuddered, then it split apart and formed into men with armor covering their chest and carrying large round shields, easily big enough to cover their torso and head. The men also had simple pointed spears.
"These are just mere copies of the warriors we will be fighting. You must now fight… to adapt, to learn, and to eventually beat… now let's get to work!" Gaara said, and the sand warriors came down on the Shinobi, who got into fighting stances, ready to fight.
Gaara hated doing this, but the best way to learn how to fight an enemy was to actually fight them. Gaara had estimated from the armor and weapons set up that these warriors used the shields as weapons as much as they are used as shields. He then recreated his spear, and began to practice fighting with it.
-Konoha Shopping District-
Sakura stood in the middle of the street, looking at the workers that had arrived from the Land of Waves to assist with the rebuilding of the village. She watched as Inari helped his Grandpa carry a huge wooden pole.
She had been pondering her teacher's words. She didn't understand him fully, she didn't wish to understand either. She didn't want to sacrifice anything or anyone just so that she could win… it felt… wrong! Would she have to make that choice… to risk everything to stand up for her friends and family? Wasn't there another way? A way to win this war without fighting?
It was then that a hand was placed on her shoulder, and she turned to see Ino standing there looking at her seriously. "Ino? What's-?" She began but Ino held up a hand.
"Hey, I know you're scared, but you heard Kakashi Sensei, you gotta face the facts, this is one time where we can't hesitate. We got to be ready to face things… that we don't to." Sakura gritted her teeth.
"So you're all right with dying? With never being able to see your friends again? Your family? Are you really ready Ino!" Sakura shouted.
Ino just gave a nod, and Sakura scoffed. "I'm sorry… but I can't… I'll fight, but I'm not going to fight a battle where the people I love die!" Ino looked at Sakura sadly.
"This is about Naruto, isn't it?" Ino asked Sakura blinked.
"What are you talking about? What does this have anything to do with Naruto?" Sakura said dismissively.
Ino inhaled deeply then she looked at her friend her eyes deadly serious. "You don't love Sasuke anymore… do you?" She asked.
Sakura was silent. She glowered at her friend, and then she turned and shrugged off Ino's hand. "I need to think… Alone!" Sakura said and she leaped till she was out of sight.
Ino watched her go, and then Sai landed next to her. He looked at Ino and then at the direction Sakura left.
"It was a good try…" He said.
"Was it? I don't think she understood me at all. She's being like she was when she was younger… selfish and only thinking about herself…" Ino said. She then turned to Sai. "We gotta train though. We need to be stronger than we were yesterday… will you help me train?" Ino asked.
Sai raised an eyebrow then he turned to Ino. "Sure, if you don't mind." Sai said.
Ino smiled then giggled. "Of course not silly," Ino said "Now let's get to work! How good are you with those swords?" She asked and the two walked away.
-Konoha Forest-
Shikamaru stood with Choji, Neji, Tenten, Shino, Kiba, and Lee; all of them were staring at Shikamaru.
"I guess you're all wondering the purpose of this meeting… It's rather simple. We're going to start a training group. Our battle with the Aztecs the first time was easy, but I get a feeling it's not over yet… and it's only going to get tougher, we might fight opponents that rival our own abilities." Shikamaru stated. "Now if I have the right info, we won't have to fight next round since it involves creatures only… however we will train in order to fight them too… I'd rather be of some use in a fight against them instead of no use." Shikamaru said.
"A noble goal Shikamaru, but where do you expect to find a creature to practice on?" Neji asked Shikamaru smiled at this, and he turned his head to Choji.
"I'll pretend to be a creature. My family can grow to nearly the same size. If I'm not good enough, then we'll simply ask my dad. I'm sure he won't mind, until then try not to hold back, because I won't, I was at the frontlines when Kakashi-Sensei fought that Tenoch guy. I'll be trying to envision him as I fight you guys." Choji said. They all nodded in agreement.
"So is everybody ready?" Shikamaru asked. They all nodded, and then they leaped away in opposite directions, readying themselves to battle each other.
-Kimimaro's Gravesite-
Naruto was focusing, concentrating on making the Fireball miracle. The flames began to take form, and slowly started to grow. Suddenly, a large rock that would be a pebble in comparison to Naruto, strikes him squarely on the head. This in turn caused Naruto to lose his focus, and to push more Mana into the ball of flames, causing it to expand and finally explode in his face. Naruto's fur was charred, and he then coughed out a puff of smoke, and turned his head toward the perpetrator that threw the rock, who was juggling a couple more rocks up and down in his red hoof-like hand.
"What's the matter, Pansy? Got yer panties in a bunch?" Devil stated.
Naruto growled at him in response. "Hey! It's not my fault ya can't remain focused enough to use the miracle. The other creatures ya be facing ain't gonna give ya the chance to make a fireball, so I sure as hell won't. Now hold still, so I can toss another rock at ya thick skull…" Devil stated.
Devil then attempted to toss another rock towards Naruto, who quickly ducked under the rock, only to be pelted by a second and third one. Naruto began to bob and weave around the rocks, all the while focusing on making a decent Fireball Miracle. Another ball of flames formed, only to explode again, forcing Naruto to fall on his back, nearly hitting the forest of bones.
"Ya numbskull… yer putting too much Mana into it…" Devil yelled, grabbing one of the bone trees, using it as a toothpick, before throwing it like a javelin towards Naruto, who barely dodged it. "Focus correctly, or I'm gonna skewer you!"
This pattern continued, Naruto focusing, Devil throwing an object to break Naruto's focus, and the Fireball Miracle blowing up in his face.
-The Forest of Death-
"Alright my dear… take your time and don't rush. Miracles like these require patience and time. I am certain you'll get the Miracle down in no time though." Archangel encouraged.
Hinata nodded, and then began focusing on repairing the tree that she gouged earlier, and practicing on using the Cure Miracle on something inanimate. She focused greatly, and the bright light appeared in her hands, slowly mending the damaged tree. Suddenly, the light flickered, and then extinguished completely. Hinata looked down sadly at her hands.
"Now don't get discouraged… it was quite excellent for your first try… try again my dear…"
She attempted to focus again, the bright ball of light appearing again in her hands. She held it for a brief moment, and then it suddenly went out.
"I see where the problem is… you are able to focus on it without a problem, thus bringing it into perfect form… but you lack the necessary reserves of power to hold it for long." Archangel critiqued. "For now… practice on trying to hold the Miracle as long as you can… I am sure you will get it…"
Hinata nodded, continuing with holding the miracle as long as she could, hoping it would later be useful in the upcoming battle.
-Konoha Forest-
Lee jump back from the oversized hand, as it pounded into the ground. Another hand attempted to take a swat at Lee again, when a giant two-headed dog appeared, biting into the hand to stave it off. The hand attempted to smack the dog away, when a compression of air struck at one of the legs of the giant, followed by Lee kicking into the other leg, causing the large figure to fall to his knees. The giant attempted to get up, but a shadow appeared, holding the giant in place.
Tenten and Shino then appeared. Tenten then took out a scroll, and began to spin her body around to launch from the scroll a multiple of weapons. Shino also launched his own barrage, but of his insect army instead.
The giant desperately attempted to move its hands up to block the incoming projectiles, but the shadow held firm. Just before the hail of attacks was going to strike the giant, another arm came up, and blocked the attack with its giant armor.
The giant that was fighting earlier was Choji, and he was just now saved by his Father, Choza Akimichi.
"Choji… I thought I told you to keep yourself aware of your surroundings during a fight against multiple, smaller opponents. The Kunai wouldn't have killed you, but could have seriously injured you…" Choza stated calmly.
"Uh… Sorry dad… I'll do better next time…" Choji stated, both Choza and Choji shrinking down to smaller sizes.
"When you are that size, you become an easy target for smaller enemies, which are why the Ino-Shika-Cho formation had the Yamanaka and Nara to back up the Akimichi, as they could provide the main distraction for the main muscle of the group." Choji nodded. "However there will be times when you are alone and you have to fend for yourself." Choza said, "When that time comes you got to think creatively. Utilize your talents and push them to the extreme," Choza said Choji nodded again.
"So what do you do when you're fighting by yourself?" Choza rubbed his chin then he reached around his back and pulled out a scroll.
"Use a weapon." He said simply, and he bit his thumb and opened the scroll and smeared a thin line on it. The scroll exploded and in Choza's hand was a large club with small metal spheres. "Take this, it contains a special wood that absorbs chakra and expands when it does. This should be the perfect for you master it and you should be unstoppable even on your own." Chojis nodded and he turned to the others, Choza turned as well. "Very nice all of you but I'm going to go a little further with your training." He said and he pulled a small capsule with 3 large pills colored green, yellow and red. He opened a small door in the capsule and popped out the green pill he then placed it between his teeth and crunched down. He chewed and swallowed the pill he then put his hands together. "Ninja Art: Super Expansion jutsu!" And he expanded so quickly and so large that he was as big if not bigger than Naruto was currently. He then turned down to the younger shinobi who were gaping at him. Then Shikarmaru recovered, and he signaled for the other to retreat they did and they regrouped.
"Okay it looks like Choza is getting serious we better get serious as well." Shikamaru said he thought putting his hands together in that special formation signifying he was thinking. After a minute he opened his eyes his plan formulated. "All right guys here's the plan," he said and he began to highlight his plan telling them their specific directions. They all nodded and when Shikamaru finished they gave each other a look then a smirk curled most of their faces.
"Let's do it!" Tenten said.
"Well… I don't want to go against dad but if I have to I will." Choji said.
"This will be tricky but I believe we can pull if off." Neji said.
"I concur," Shino said.
"Right let's go!" Shikamaru said and they all leaped away. Choza was looking around smashing trees and swiping at the ground with his hand.
'Where are they?' he thought and he continued to stomp through the forest, looking for his quarry. It was then a blast of wind slammed into his leg from the side. He turned his fist coming down in a powerful slam! He didn't hear a scream or anything and when he looked at the crater he made he found no body. 'That was Neji's air palm technique so where is he?' Choza thought for he knew that Neji's air palm had a very limited range despite being mid to long range. Also the impact was very powerful meaning that it was at close or even point blank range. Choza searched his legs and was able to see a large white dog with two heads running toward him it jumped into the air and Choza smirked. "YOUR OPEN!" He shouted and his fist came forward to punch the dog when suddenly it stopped halfway to Choza making him lean forward and nearly fall forward. He was about to get up and continue fighting when something very large, and heavy slammed into his back. Choza roared with pain and he turned to see a giant spiked ball swing around and around at the bottom of the chain connecting was TenTen. Choza turned his attention to her and then he regretted it for the Dog which had stopped halfway unexpectedly had he looked closer he would've seen Shikamaru's shadow connected to the large dogs. However the shadow disconnected and the giant dog spun in the air slamming into the back of Choza's leg shredding through the cloth and the muscles.
The giant dog then stopped spinning and jumped in time to avoid Choza's counter. Choza fell forward and the other Shinobi leaped into the air all coming down on Choza's head TenTen with a giant broadsword, Shikamaru with his shadows, Choji with a giant fist, Neji with his palm held up, Shino with a large cloud of bugs, Lee with a large pole in hand and Kiba as the two headed wolf. They were inches from Choza when he held up his hands in surrender. They stopped and they looked at each other smiling they then leaped off of Choza who shrunk back down to normal form. "Wow you kids are getting better and better. Though did you really have to do that to my leg?" Shikamaru smiled.
"Sorry but if we don't take this seriously we could lose, no holding back no matter what." Shikamaru said, Choza looked at Shikamaru then he smiled and shook his head.
"Heh You guys are really strong now, but remember you won because you worked together keep that in mind and you'll win all of your battles. However there will be times when you'll need your own strength and skills when you do don't hold back." Choza said he looked at his leg. "I gotta call it quits though so I can heal up. Should the enemy come with the next wave it'll be up to you Choji to defend your allies." Choza said before limping away Choji watched his dad go weighing the words carefully feeling the weight of their importance on him.
-In a forest-
Sakura panted as the tree fell to the ground a large indent near the base where her fist had struck. She looked at her gloveless hands the knuckles bleeding and the skin red with abuse. She had been punching trees left and right each punch growing more and more powerful. Till her gloves eventually just tore away as she watched her shaking hand she then grasped it. "I… I have to become stronger… I… I won't let him suffer anymore…" She stared at the boulder before her she cracked her knuckles. "No more… no matter the cost…" She said steely.
Yes this took longer than I intended but I will be working on the next one and various other stories soon...
