Naruto: Tenth Dragons Poison
Chapter 10
In Place
The halls were dark, seemingly becoming narrower the further they continued. There were many following this path, all aligned in one big line leading to where she hoped would generate some answers. The only lighting provided was from the dim ceiling lights above which flickered every few seconds or so.
They had been following this trail for over three minutes now since entering an apparently abandoned large facility. No one chose to speak during the duration of this, simply following the person walking directly ahead. It was then that it, releasing its tune within her ear without warning. Checking to make sure she wasn't being monitored was her first train of thought. After it became clear she wasn't she wasted no time in pressing down to the codec piece in her ear to take the call.
"Black Canary to report."
"It's Green Arrow," He spoke from the other end. "What's the situation?"
"Nothing yet," Black Canary replied keeping a low tone. "We have yet to reach the room of operations."
"I see."
"We've been walking for minutes now," Black Canary said. "It's only a matter of time before we reach our destination."
"Keep us informed."
"Of course."
"Green Arrow out."
With those final words spoken the transmission between the two came to an end. It was back to the matter at hand, keeping quiet as the line progressed further down the seemingly endless hall. Almost another minute passed before it all seemed as if it would come to an end soon.
A bright light could be viewed up ahead, closing in on it with each step taken. It wasn't long after that a room was reached, taking little time for everyone to stack into the large area. She took those first moments to skim the room, finding it hard to see if she recognized anyone being that all in attendance were wearing cloaks to conceal the high ends of their appearance just as she did.
Straight ahead was what caught her attention next along with most, seeing an empty stage with a closed curtain a few feet back. There was no doubt in her mind this is where the supposed event would center around. Only a few seconds more past before a hand touched down to her left shoulder, turning to be greeted by those softening amber eyes of his; standing as a reminder that she wasn't alone.
"What is it Kid Flash?" Black Canary spoke just over a whisper.
"Not to sound misinformed or anything, but could you restate the plan," Bart asked. "I'm aware we're here to see what's being auctioned, but what happens after we've learned the names of all individuals involved."
"We'll wait for word from the outside," Black Canary replied. "Once things get underway I'll patch Wonder Woman and the others in on what's going on."
"And then we make our move?"
"Not until the full event has reached an end," Black Canary replied. "That way we'll be caught up to speed on what Mirror Master has been conspiring for the last couple months."
"Ok, that makes sense," Bart said coming to an understanding. "Anything else I should know?"
"Nothing of importance, but from here on out let's keep interaction to a minimum," Black Canary said. "That will keep the chance of anyone becoming suspicious of us."
"Gotcha."
With that she turned back for the front of the room, finding no one had yet to step onto the stage. Not too long after that she felt a tap at her shoulder once again.
"What is it?" Black Canary asked turning back to face him.
"Any idea when this thing is set to begin?"
"How am I supposed to know?"
"Yea, good point."
Her sights turned back for the stage for yet another time, taking only seconds before his voice could be heard once again.
"Any idea if they'll be using some kind of spotlight when presenting; that would so lighten the mood if you catch my drift." Bart jokingly stated.
Her response was immediate and to the point, looking back at him with a convincing glare which sent a clear message.
"All zipped," Bart said with an assuring look. "You won't hear another word out of me."
She took this for what it was, taking his words as half empty as she focused her full attention back to the task.
"Why again was he chosen for the infiltration?"
This thought rested on her mind for a time to come. Over a minute passed, followed by a few more. By this time impatience within the crowd could clearly be seen, all wondering when this thing was going to get underway.
"Jeez, it has almost been five minutes since we arrived," Black Canary thought to herself. "How much longer do they plan on keeping us waiting?"
And with that subtle doubt it finally began, looking to the sea blue curtains to see someone step through, knowing exactly who it was on first glance.
"Mirror Master."
A sinister grin came to his face as he walked forward, not coming to a stop until reaching the edge of the stage where he then took the time to gaze over all who had come.
"I see we have a full house, good," Mirror Master said at the sight of a practically filled room. "I thank you all for your patience, we will now commence."
With that he looked back to the curtain with the wave of a hand, almost as if to signal for someone to come out. This turned out to be the case, taking only moments for yet another familiar face to step out into the light of sight. Her eyes widened as the time seemed to slow at the sight of who had ascended, finding this new development to be unexpected.
"It can't be… it's her!"
To Be Continued