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At first, it didn't seem like Hinata would be placed in a resistance team. She was conflicted on whether it was a good thing or not. She did want to assist her family but even she had reservations about how far she was willing to go. Could she really take a life if it came to it?

When her father announced the squads, he hesitated before announcing the final team. "The Liberation Squad will consist of squad leader Sasuke, Shino, Tenten….and Hinata." It took her a minute to register what he had just said.

Hiashi was reluctant to have one of his children out in a world that hated them. While Hinata wasn't the perfect child, she was still his and Hikari's. Hanabi was becoming a true Hyuuga and he'd prefer her to succeed him but he had reservations about sending her out as well. There was something about being sure that your children are safe. Inside the walls they would be protected, away from those who took away his brother and beloved wife. All he had of either of them was the children they left behind. He knew that he wouldn't need to much worry about Neji, as his nephew was more than capable but there was still concern. On the other hand, perhaps Hinata would surprise him with pleasing results.

Sasuke couldn't hide the smirk on his face when he passed Neji. It had taken a little convincing to have Hinata placed on his squad, but Neji didn't go down without a fight.

Naruto, Neji, and Sasuke had been called into Hiashi's office. They were previously informed about their roles as squad leaders but the purpose of this meeting was to designate teams and objectives.

"I think that Lady Hinata, Tenten, Shino and I would make an excellent team, uncle." Sasuke rolled his eyes while Naruto rubbed his chin. "Our objective should be liberating our mutant brothers and sisters from those wretched detention and research facilities."

Hiashi pondered this and Sasuke quickly stood up. No way was he going to be struck with Kiba or Ino, they'd be the death of him or he'd kill them. He's rather stay behind as a trainer. Then he had an idea. "My lord, I think that this is an excellent squad." Neji looked at him apprehensively; he knew there was nothing the two really agreed on. Sasuke briefly smirked before continuing.

"However, I believe that Neji's talents lie with the developing of up and coming warriors. He did such a fantastic job with Lady Hinata and Tenten." Neji stood up in anger. "You son of-"

"Neji, compose yourself. We must evaluate everything." Hiashi motioned his nephew to sit and turned to a silent and bored Naruto. "What are your thoughts?"

"I really don't care where I'm put or what you have me do. I'm awesome like that." He broke out a huge smile and the other two stared in disbelief thinking the same thing: How are you even on my level?

Hiashi knew how protective Neji was towards his daughter, which as assuring as it was, it could pose a future problem where he would compromise a mission for her sake or Tenten's. There were too many distractions.

"I've made my decision. Neji's proposed team will be headed by Sasuke. Naruto, you will have Kiba, Ino, and Lee. Your objective will be primarily surveillance and intel gathering." Neji was fuming in his seat. "Neji you will be an alternate should any squad need assistance. However for the most part you will be training new recruits. I'll make the announcement later tonight."

While placing Naruto and Kiba on stealth missions was questioned by Neji, Hiashi replied that he wanted to expand and test their capabilities. Ino and Lee would balance them out anyways.


The first couple of missions went smoothly without any complications other than Sasuke using more than necessary force on the MRD officers. Hinata would always make sure that he didn't severely injure anyone who was defenseless or had surrendered. He grew frustrated with her and pulled her aside after they arrived in the compound. Shino had noticed but Hinata waved him off, he nodded and walked home.

"You can't always expect the enemy to return the favor, Hinata. If they had the chance, they'd take you down in an instant." She looked at him sadly, "We can't become the monsters they believe us to be, Sasuke. If there is someone who has given up or can't defend themselves, I will not strike them down. Incapacitate them sure but to put them down is cruel."

"It's thinking like that that will get you killed. Good thing I'm on your team." He quickly closed his mouth and patted her shoulder. "Just think about your team, okay?" She nodded and walked away.

Hiashi had noticed their interaction. He discreetly stayed around the gates to see that she returned. Everyone in the main house assumed he was working late in his office but he was really awaiting his daughter. He usually walked around the compound until she or Neji would come home. Interesting.

Naruto charged at Sasuke who easily dodged his fast strikes and kicks. Sasuke loved going against his best friend. It showed how far they had progressed and it became a competition. More so for Sasuke who knew that Hinata would frequently come by and observe. What he was confused about was who she was cheering on, if anyone at all. Today's audience also included Hiashi who spoke to his daughter.

"Hey Naruto, Kiba told me that Ino rejected you after your last mission. Pathetic." Sasuke had whispered it so that they would be the only ones to hear. Naruto looked confused for a moment before blushing. "It wasn't even like that. She came on to-"

It provided the perfect opening for Sasuke to land a particularly hard hit and knock out Naruto. He won in front of Hiashi and more importantly in front of Hinata. He looked over and saw her blushing. Point goes to me.

Life was going smooth, at least for Sasuke who was having a higher rate of success than Naruto. Hiashi was beginning to second guess placing Naruto in mission that required discretion. Neji had been allowed to oversee that squad from time to time but never Sasuke's team to his dismay.


Sasuke looked at his squad members. "Did we get everyone out?" Shino shook his head. "According to my bugs, there is still a lower level. Security is high but I believe that we can manage."

"Alight then, Tenten you lead the way. Keep us informed of any threats. Shino you fall back and provide us with backup. Hinata and I will head after Tenten." They nodded and went into position. Shino had barely walked out of sight when there was a huge explosion. Tenten who had been closet to the corridor was thrown into a nearby wall.

"Tenten!" Hinata rushed forward to aid her friend. She was bleeding from her head but Hinata didn't have extensive medical knowledge outside general first- aid. Hinata checked her breathing. She looked down the hall and saw a terrifying machine. It looked like a scorpion but it was large and was shooting at them. Without a second thought, Hinata levitated the machine and hurled it back. It got up and she repeated the process. She looked to see where Sasuke and Shino were, but they were battling a similar robotic scorpion.

While they took down the first ones that attacked them with relative ease, more kept coming. She pulled an arm around Tenten's waist in an effort to hold her up. "We need to leave." Shino looked at their leader who wasn't looking like he was ready to admit defeat. He just kept hurling blasts of fire at the machines, even pulling out some of the fast moves he copied from Lee thanks to his copying ability. Shino had followed his lead and his bugs found crevices in which to crawl in and disable the machines.

"Sasuke! We need to leave now!" He looked over at her and his eyes widened as three scorpions quickly advanced upon Tenten and Hinata. She made the left machine collapse in on itself and forcefully pushed it, crashing into the other two. However, the last one had fired before being destroyed. Hinata was hit on her upper shoulder and stomach. She fell lifeless, taking Tenten with her.

"Hinata!" Shino ran towards his best friend and put pressure on her stomach wound. "Sasuke, get Tenten and let's leave now!" He didn't receive a response and he looked up to see Sasuke. Their leader was still but he was engulfed in a growing and visible purple aura. This aura began to form into a terrifying shape.

This shape began to attack all the robotic scorpions and without being hit. It was like Sasuke and this aura were one. In addition to aiding Sasuke's attacks, it acted as a shield. Sasuke wasn't hit by any of the lasers. It was soon over and Sasuke turned to the only conscious squad member. "Keep pressure on her wound." His voice was emotionless.

The now giant form gathered Tenten, and Shino who was still pressing his hands on Hinata's stomach. Sasuke, engulfed in purple, walked out of the facility and they made it to their awaiting helicopter. As soon as they were loaded in, Sasuke collapsed, leaving Shino to explain what happened to Hiashi when they arrived at the compound.


"That was a wonderful trial run, wouldn't you say?" Senator Danzo asked his bodyguard. They were observing the security footage of last night's attack on the facility. He received no reply. "I bet that was quite a shock, send the video to the PR department. See what we can use." He smirked as the young man followed his instructions. He grinned wider at seeing the chip on the back of the young man's neck. If only all mutants were like you, Sai. Obedient and restrained.

Danzo was pleased with the ad running on most channels.

"Is Sarutobi too soft on the growing mutant threat? Let's ask your fellow citizens. Are you concerned about mutants and the danger they pose?"

A woman holding an infant answered, "Oh my god yes. How am I supposed to feel about these people who can hurl fire balls attacking our law enforcement force? I have a family to think about. If Sarutobi is not taking a firm stance against mutants, then he's not the Senator we need."

A man standing in front of his store had just finished helping an elderly couple before answering the cameraman. "I mean take a look at the tapes that were leaked. Attacking those poor men and freeing all those criminals? Please, there's not a shred of humanity in them. Maybe there are a couple good ones, but who is keeping an eye on the bad ones? Senator Danzo. The man has a plan and I believe in him."

The screen transitioned into a shot of Danzo in a town hall meeting. "I vow to attack this growing mutant threat. We need to feel safe and protect our families!" The crowd burst into applause.

"Senator Danzo, right for Konoha. Right for the Land of Fire and right for all mankind."


AN: Political ads always make me laugh. Sasuke has awoken another ability: Susanoo.

Regarding their abilities, they are similar to their jutsu with some exceptions such as Hinata's and Hiashi's.

Sachiko Heiwajima: You got it correct. I pictured his ideology and ability similar to Magneto's. A tragic villain who is willing to do just about anything. Tsunade is kind of like Professor X but there is no connection between Hiashi and Tsuande like Charles and Erik. Just different beliefs and approaches to the same problem.

Anyways next chapter is half done. I'm looking at uploading at least two more chapters before Labor Day.