Itachi Kaikiden Episode 013 – Matters of the Heart

[Magic World]

[Arendelle] [June 29th 1995]

[Southern Isle Fleet, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(At one of the ships on flames, Yujima looked in rage and disbelief. He thought it was gonna be easy to conquer a country such as Arendelle, but how wrong was he since the combined forces of the Arendelle ninja and those of Havjord, Reverelle, Corona, DunBroch and now with Azenia, Cervosta and Hasteborg siding with Arendelle. One of his men came up to Yujima.)

Yujima's Soldier: Boss! Boss! I have terrible news. The women we kept locked up, they're gone. Someone must've taken them. (Yujima clenched a fist in rage, not only that the invasion has failed, but he lost his "prey" in Asuka and Kaho. Before he could leave, an arrow nearly got him until Yujima grabbed it by the skinny body. Yujima turn his glance as it was Merida with her bow and arrow that nearly got him as he smirks.)

Yujima: Did you really think that you could kill me with a straight arrow? And all on your own. (Merida smirks at the confused looking Yujima, losing his smirk.)

Merida: Like hell, I would blindly walk in alone. It took me a while before I could trust her. (Suddenly a horizontal slash was made on Yujima's back. Yujima grunts in pain as he turn to see Urara, looking determined and focus, carrying a naginata as she dash to Merida's side. Yujima was shocked to see Urara again, but even more shock as he felt it as he had blood on his hand from touching his bleeding back.)

Yujima: Urara!? You… you cut me! I'm actually bleeding!? (Yujima was disbelief to see how much Urara had changed since her time with the Takenaka clan. Yujima turn to his officer.) Tell the others to leave. I will be taking back what is mine or die in vain.

Yujima's Soldier: But Boss… (Annoyed by the petty plea, Yujima growls with slight pain.)

Yujima: LEAVE! (Regardless, the soldier nods as he fled from the ship. Watching from another ship, was Tatsuya, the strongest warrior in Yujima's army as he was eyeing both Urara and Princess Merida, he had immoral desire of him doing them, but before he could go any further, one brown puppet wearing a cloak brought out blade in its palms as Tatsuya was clashing it with his halberd. Tatsuya looked in confused at the puppet as it had designed eyes of brown and red auburn hair as Sasori spoke.)

Sasori Saku: Pretty impressive masterpiece, wouldn't you agree? (Tatsuya turn to see Sasori with chakra threads on his fingers, commanding the puppets. Sasori then narrowed a glare at Tatsuya.) Then again, what would an animal-minded brute like you understand about art? (Tatsuya growls angrily at Sasori's animal-minded remark.) What's wrong, feeling irritated knowing that your master will fall in this ocean battlefield. (Tatsuya smirks sadistically while narrowing at Sasori as they were clashing blades. Tatsuya huffs.)

Tatsuya: I care not what happens to that weakling, but any man who has a gorgeous woman or any power at all is rightfully mine to take. Just like how I will take down this wooden puppet of yours. (While he didn't show it, Sasori was disgusted by the warrior's sudden claim of victory as they were continuing with their battle. Tatsuya landed a hit at the puppet but was confused until it was revealed that the puppet was made of metal, not wood. Sasori growls in mild anger.)

Sasori Saku: Don't take me lightly, Tatsuya. (Sasori and his metal puppet got into fighting stance, ready to resume their battle against Tatsuya.) With my newly built branch of metal puppets, I will show a lesson in the art of puppets.

[Opening]

[Azenia Main Ship, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(Kisame and his fleet enter aboard the main ship of Azenia, led by Princess Zefira, a wilder of summer magic and Nagato Uzumaki, the former Akatsuki leader, leader of the Hidden Light Village and Prince Consort of Azenia. Kisame was smirking gladly to see his old colleague in Nagato again as they shook hands.)

[Rinnegan] Nagato Uzumaki: It's good to see you again, Kisame. You've been doing well. I heard you left Weselton for Arendelle. (Among those of the Arendelle Forces of Kisame, were Asuka and Kaho. Kaho was holding hands with Kevin Blom as she felt safer with him.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: That's right. We've rescue a pair of two women from captivity and from what I heard of their strength and abilities, we are prepare to welcome them into Arendelle in the Hidden Flame. (While Nagato and Kisame were chatting at the main deck of the ship, Asuka was the last to get aboard as the ship shook a bit. Asuka also fell backwards until she was grabbed by the hand from Minister of Justice and Brigadier General Markus Drage. Both man and woman stare at each other for a moment. Asuka blushes in awestruck of Markus' face with him returning the same feeling for her. This was love at first sight as Markus was first to speak.)

Markus Drage: Ah? Welcome dear ma'am. I am Markus Drage, Minister of Justice and Brigadier General of the Arendelle Army. (Asuka smiles at the man of ambition and good manners.)

Asuka Okina: Oh! Hello, I'm Asuka… Asuka Okina and that over there is Kaho Mizutani.(Kaho was a bit wary of being around new people foreign to her, but was feeling better after being reassure by Kevin Blom.) If it's no trouble, can Kaho be guarded by Lieutenant Kevin Blom? After all that she has went through and aside of me, she can only talk and trust Lieutenant Blom. (Seeing at how calm and relieve Kaho was around Kevin and casually talking to Princess Zefira, much to her surprise, Markus could see how right Asuka is. Markus nods at a smiling Asuka.)

Markus Drage: Very well, consider it granted. (Asuka was glad to hear that as Markus and Asuka entered the discussion with Kisame, Nagato and a captain of the Arendelle Army wearing body armor of green and Viking attire.)

Michael Drage: The fire attack worked as planned. Enemy officers have either fallen in battle or fled from it. (Nagato nods in agreement.)

[Rinnegan] Nagato Uzumaki: Indeed! Morale has greatly decreased in the Southern Isle fleet while our troops' morale have increased dramatically. Tell me what your next move will be. (Markus explains the next move for the Arendelle Forces.)

Markus Drage: We simply must wait until the naval ships sink into the ocean, taking the princes of the Southern Isles that instigated this battle into custody. Captain Michael Drage… (Before Markus gave his orders to his cousin, Kisame interrupted with a serious gaze in his eyes.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: No! If anyone should get the honor of ending Prince Oskar Westergaard, it should be me. He has the information that I need regarding a third prisoner that was taken to the Northern Isles. (Realizing what this is about, either Markus or Nagato would've try to talk him out of seeking vengeance, but in Michael's eyes it was more than that as he bows in respect of Kisame.)

Michael Drage: Very well, Master Kisame. But I wish you luck, my friend. (Kisame nods as he turns to Nagato, who reluctantly nodded with his eyes closed, and Markus, who seriously nodded.)

Markus Drage: I will not try to stop you, but I do hope that you won't jeopardize our strategy since victory is close at hand. (Kisame nods seriously as he left to the ship of Oskar Westergaard.)

[Prince David's Ship, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(At the ship of Prince David Westergaard, several officers were taken down by Ariel and Cinderella, each wielding their Junmakuto, the Mermaid Splash and the Dream Slipper respectively.)

David Westergaard: Strange, you have gain such unique and supernatural powers, but you don't use it to kill. (Cinderella and Ariel looked at each other with the idea of killing. Throughout their lives they have never learned how to fight, let alone taken a life. Nevertheless, they got focus as they clash swords with the twin swords wielding prince of the Southern Isles.) How could a scullery maid and a mermaid manage to marry into the thrones of those kingdoms I planned to have mine allied with until that blasted Uchiha took it from me. (Ariel and Cinderella rolled their eyes in annoyance.)

Ariel: Jeez, Ella. The way he describes things like he owns them, makes him sound also like his youngest brother, don't you agree. (Cinderella nods, agreeing with Ariel as they dodge a few swipes from David.)

Cinderella: Perhaps it is a family trait. Not right, but it must be passed down to some members of their family. (Ariel waves her Junmakuto as it created a ring into an orb of water as he launched it toward David, unleashing a stream wave of water. David groans as Ariel release a spark of lightning from her finger as it was electrocuting David. David screams painfully. Afterwards, David felt to the ground, seemingly unconscious. Putting her Junmakuto down, Ariel went to check on the prince's condition.)

Cinderella: How is he? (Ariel waves her hand around David's face, but there was no response. Ariel turn to Cinderella.)

Ariel: He's unconscious, but I'm not sure if that's only on the surface or it's his actual state. (Prince Henri got on board, much to his wife Cinderella's relief and joy.)

Cinderella & Ariel: Henri! (Unknown to them, David opened his eyes as Cinderella and Henri were embracing each other while Ariel smiles at the sight of the embracement. However, David grabbed a hold of Ariel by the neck with his arm. Cinderella and Henri turn to see in shocking surprise that Ariel is held hostage by David Westergaard.)

Cinderella & Henri: Ariel! (Henri ran toward them until David brought out a gun pistol at Henri, but shot at the floor close to his feet, making Henri step back away. Henri remained focus and serious as he narrowed at Southern Isles Prince smirking evilly.)

David Westergaard: Stay back or the mermaid gets it! (Cinderella stared hard at the prince keeping her mermaid friend hostage while Henri stayed vigilant and trying to figure a plan to beat David without bringing harm to Ariel. Cinderella looked enraged at the prince holding Ariel hostage as in his left hand, she was creating a new jutsu out of blue wind.)

Henri: What do you want out of this David? You know that your eldest brother won't forgive you for helping Hans trying to take over the kingdom of Arendelle through brute force. Arendelle and the Southern Isles had been great trading partners for years and now that you and a portion of your brothers had launched a campaign that has miserably failed against the combined forces under Arendelle, you've jeopardize the peace and prosperity of your kingdom. (David looked infuriated at Henri for stating the facts of what happening before them.)

David Westergaard: Silence. You think you have the right to lecture me… (Henri interrupts as he got serious at the arrogant prince.)

Henri: Face it, Prince David! You have lost this battle! Surrender! (David Westergaard laughs sinisterly.)

David Westergaard: I will not! You took away our victory from us. I'm just returning the favor by taking one of your own as… (Cinderella shouts out bravely, interrupting David as it was first time Cinderella shouted at another royal.)

Cinderella: DAVID! LET HER GO! (David laughs it off, not taking her demand seriously.)

David Westergaard: You're a scullery maid turn princess. How can someone of low birth dare to…? (Before he could finish his sentence, Cinderella instantly got through to be front of him as she stabs David's heart with her new jutsu, releasing a gust of wind cutting through to the back where she landed her hit. Ariel and Henri were surprise by this while David widen his eyes in shock. Cinderella looked up at the now frighten prince with a fierce gaze as she states her reason.)

Cinderella: I told you, LET HER GO! (Cinderella moved her jutsu horizontally through David's chest to his neck, killing him as his body felt backwards to the ground. Ariel, free from his grip, went to hug Cinderella in gratitude for saving her. Cinderella on the other hand, widen her eyes as she was sadden of herself for taking a live. Seeing how much comfort his wife need, Henri went to Cinderella's side, reassuring her.)

Henri: Cinderella! Ella, are you okay? (Cinderella shook her head as she had some tears in her eyes.) Look, don't take this hard on yourself. I know killing isn't a good act, but you used it to save a life. In battle such actions like this is acceptable as long as you don't lose your morals and sense of justice. (Cinderella looked at her husband in the eyes, knowing he had been through battle many times before, she knew she did it as a necessary than just her choice. Cinderella sighed a bit of relief as she saw the small, but meaningful smile on Ariel.)

Ariel: Your husband's right, Cinderella. If it means anything, I would've done the same thing as you did.

Cinderella: You would? (Ariel nodded happily with a smile.)

Ariel: Of course! We are friends after all! (Cinderella smiles, glad that Ariel does consider her as a friend as they came from different world; her a scullery maid and Ariel formerly a mermaid of the seas. Cinderella wiped her tears as she was starting to feel better from her first kill. Henri and Ariel haggled together with Cinderella at the victory that they have gain against the deceased prince. Ariel and Henri looked the vanishing jutsu of Cinderella as a thought came to them.)

Henri: Say, that new jutsu of yours. What are you gonna name it?

[Reverelle] [Flashback]

[Open Fields, Garasugakure - Reverelle]

(Cinderella thought over it as she recalled the time back at Reverelle that Takamaru was training her in the art of ninjutsu. Cinderella was at a training ground of the Hidden Glass Village, training to master a new jutsu compose of several cutting wind in the color of blue. Takamaru Daikama, who is obstructing his friend and princess' progress in developing the jutsu as Cinderella rushed toward a target as she slashed it in half alongside the rest of the targets in higher poles as he gently lands down and pants repeatedly.)

Takamaru Daikama (Flashback): Impressive! I would consider testing it out on a moving target but I doubt that's what you would want to do. (Cinderella nods, not liking the idea of using it for lethal usage. Takamaru sighed as he knew Cinderella has never taken a life.) It's true that killing is wrong, but you have to use it to save a friend or loved one then you will be fine. (Then Cinderella asked her friend and the shinobi leader of the village.)

Cinderella (Flashback): How? How exactly would I feel better if I ever use this jutsu to take a life? (Takamaru looked straight at Cinderella in the eyes as he answered.)

Takamaru Daikama (Flashback): If you feel remorse or even regretful of the life that you would take than that means your humanity remains intact. Most that would kill and continue to express joy in it are sadistic animals. While those who would kill to protect the people and their families, will be fine as they are regarded as heroes for saving the lives of many who are innocent. (Cinderella was impressed with the answers that Takamaru gave her. She and he looked at the scenery showing them the glory and beauty of the Hidden Glass Village, the children playing together, the people greeting to one another and the training of other future ninjas.)

Cinderella (Flashback): We sure have come a long way when you, Henri and I stopped my stepmother and Drizella from taking over the land. Taka, do you understand how much I appreciate all that you have done for Reverelle and me as well. (Takamaru nods, liking the fact that Cinderella called him by his nickname. A horse riding 19 year old woman with long black hair and grey hair wearing the Glass Shinobi uniform of a gold flak jacket and cyan bodysuits, but her flak jacket was around her stomach while her attire was in a skirt all the way to her knees, boots and middle finger gloves.)

Melina (Flashback): My lord, Your Highness! (Cinderella and Takamaru turn to see the lovely woman. Shy at first, Takamaru managed to speak casually.)

Takamaru Daikama (Flashback): Melina. (Melina smiles gracefully at the shinobi leader. Cinderella could obviously see that there a connection between them in terms of love. However Cinderella wasn't gonna push it as she wants them to be together of their own choice. Cinderella clears her throat to get the two shinobis' attention.)

Cinderella (Flashback): It's good to you, Melina. I believe you have some important news to report. (Melina smiles, knowing that she wasn't gonna tease around with hers and Takamaru's feelings.)

Melina (Flashback): Indeed I do. We have received word that the King has allow you two and Prince Henri to attend the wedding of Queen Elsa and her betrothal. (Cinderella and Takamaru smiles, grateful that the King of Reverelle has allowed them to go to Arendelle to attend a wedding between the Snow Queen of Arendelle and the First Hokage of the Hidden Flame Village. Takamaru was on houseback as he headed off to his manor, and Cinderella was climbing on her mounted horse as Melina spoke.) Princess, a moment of your time, please. (Cinderella turn to Melina, who still had a smile on her face.) No matter what will happen in the future, never lose sight of your principles and ideals for the future of Reverelle. I trust in your judgement as a leader. (Cinderella smiles at the trust given to her by her shinobi and follow native of Reverelle.)

[Prince David's Ship, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(The flashback ended. Cinderella looked at her hand with the blood of Prince David on it as Henri brought a clean cloth as he cleans off the blood on her palm. Cinderella closed her eyes, but reopens them as she smile upon thinking of a name.)

Cinderella: Bleugeai! (Ariel and Henri turn to Cinderella with confusion written in their faces.)

Henri: Huh? (Cinderella got up as she regain her confidence and resume back to her focus at the task at hand.)

Cinderella: The name of my jutsu. Bleugeai, the Blue Jay! (Ariel and Henri were glad that Cinderella was back to her regular self. Cinderella turn to the captain quarters, thinking of what the messenger told her and Ariel earlier.) Guys, I have an idea to bring our kingdoms together contributing into the alliance of peace and its starts inside those quarters. (While Henri was skeptic at what his wife meant by that, Ariel catch up what she meant.)

Ariel: You think what's inside there could help Kisame locate one of my best friends from the seas. (Ariel was shock when she heard that a mermaid by the name of Kajsa was kidnapped by the Southern Isles Forces led by Hans. Kajsa is one of Ariel's closest friends from her underwater kingdom of Atlantica besides Flounder. While she didn't want to think about the horrible things that is happening to her right now, Ariel gathered a body of water as she extinguished the flames around the cabin as Cinderella enters it.)

[South Isle Fleet, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(After the messenger left to warn the remaining members of Yujima's army, Yujima and Urara with Merida were circling around trying to find an opening..)

Yujima: I must say, along with Urara, you're such a beauty of a princess to catch. (Merida laughs mockingly at the sudden confused Yujima.)

Merida: Fat chances, you good for nothing devil. The only man allow to touch me is my charming and powerful husband. (Yujima spoke with a mocking fright in his tone.)

Yujima: Oh! And who would this charming and "powerful" husband of yours be?

Ryosuke Tsurugi: That would be me, Yujima. Or should I say Kijima Matsunaga. (Yujima or Kijima widen his eyes in shock as he got a few cuts on his back further. Kijima groans painfully. As Kijima launched a slash at Ryosuke, the Wolf Prince of DunBroch managed to evade it as he landed next to Merida, much to DunBroch Princess' hidden joy.)

Merida: Hey, love! What took you so long? (Ryosuke shrugged as he turn to face Kijima, who was glaring darts at him.)

Ryosuke Tsurugi: Poor Kijima, you see where your selfish and twisted ambition leads you. You and your brother would take things too far. (Urara and Merida didn't say anything, but were curious to know. A flashback was showing Kijima running with his troops including Tatsuya.) It was the failed Nobunaga Oda assassination plot and your attempted coup de 'tat. Only your brother was spare to live while you were hunted down with the followers you had. You became an enemy of your nation and feared and despised, even in our respective lands. (The flashback ended. Merida and Urara looked fierce at the despicable man as he recognize that he was already discovered.)

Urara Tanaka: Aside of wanting me to be add to your collection, you're still crazy enough to go back to Japan and do it again. But in order for that to work, you need money, provisions and skills. (Merida get to the point as she finishes the climax of Kijima's plan.)

Merida: In order to do that, you'd stood, so low as to being hired help for a swine like Hans. (Concentrating her chakra on her arrow and bow, Merida fired her arrow. As Kijima thought predictably to avoid the arrow, instead it created several charka arrows of wind as they all hit Kijima in his body. Kijima groans painfully. Merida laughs, irritating Kijima further.) Do you like it? I call it my Wind Style: Multi Arrows Whirlwind. You may be the leader of an army, but what good is that if you don't fight as much as they can. (Kijima gritted his teeth at the "arrogant" princess as he growls in anger charging a chakra enhanced technique in his fist until Urara, without her naginata, as she had magic energy glowing in her launching hand.)

Urara Tanaka: Magic Art: Sleeping Palm Strike! (Urara lands a hit at Kijima's forehead, as the Sleeping Palm Strike does some damages, it was glowing brighter as it made Kijima fell into a sleeping state, completely knocked out. Both girls looked at Ryosuke who check Kijima for another pulse, but clarify with a smile.)

Ryosuke Tsurugi: He's knock out! We better tie him up just to make sure he doesn't cause any trouble. (Merida and Urara nodded with smiles, agreeing with Ryosuke. At another ship, Sasori and Tatsuya were clashing with their weapons with incredible speed and strength. During the step back and charge, Sasori was thinking of ways to bring a swift end.)

Sasori Saku: (Thought: Much as I hate to admit it, this simple minded beast has such great skills and strength. Not to mention, stamina from taking the cuts I gave him from Metal Scorpion. Maybe I could use this battle as a chance to test a new Secret Red Move.) (Sasori dodge a blow from Tatsuya as he dash a few steps away as he casted a hand sign, creating two shadow clones with their own Metal Scorpions. Tatsuya raise a brow at this.)

Tatsuya: What's this now? (Sasori and his shadow clones were dashing around in circles as they brought out the Metal Scorpions' arm blades with yellow liquid covering them as they began landing cuts and slashes at Tatsuya, inflicting damages at him as he was being lifted in the air by the continuation of the puppet jutsu.)

Sasori Saku: Secret Red Move: Rapid Cutting Paralysis Dance! (With the tenacious speed of the puppets, they became a speedy blur as they were inflicting a lot of damages to the screaming Tatsuya. After the Secret Red Move was done, Sasori dashed in the air, right on top of him, much to Tatsuya's shocking surprise as he brought out his Junmakuto and unleash a powerful magic energy wave that cause him to fall into the inner decks of the ship rough, but had magic energy constructed ropes and sandbags. Tatsuya struggles to break free of the ropes, but could not as he felt a strange feeling in his body as Tatsuya groans painfully with gritting teeth.)

Tatsuya: What… What's happening to me? (Sasori shouted at the defeated captain of a defeated army in cohorts with Hans.)

Sasori Saku: I didn't call it the Rapid Cutting Paralysis Dance for nothing! The liquid that I use to coat on the blades are of a special paralysis prosperity. It stuns the entire body system for hours, but that should be more than even enough for you to sink to your grave. (Tatsuya looked shocked by all of this. Then he turn his expression into rage.)

Tatsuya: (Thought: So… He planned this from the beginning! Even before he came here to face me.) Why! Why do all this for!? (Sasori's blank stare turn into a deadly glare that finally gave spoke to Tatsuya for the first time in his life.)

Sasori Saku: This may be the first time we met and face in battle, but I only did this for the sake of one woman who tried to teach you to better yourself. And how do you repay her, you tried to rape her until Hatobi came to her aid and brought her to the Flame Village. Above all, she is the first woman who caught my heart and I would do anything to keep her safe and pure from animals like you. (Tatsuya glared hatefully at the puppet master while still having no idea that Sasori was referring to Urara. Sasori blushed at the thought of Urara, having developed an affection for the chunin and instructor of the Hidden Flame Village. Sasori looked around as he see that the ship was starting to crumble apart as he turn his Puppet Marker into the same hover vehicle as he rode off. As the ship sinks up with the crumbling flagpole parts, Tatsuya screams in rage and shame, knowing that he was bested by an opponent physically weaker than him.)

[Hasteborg Main Ship, Sea – Arendelle Seas]

(After the ship they were on sank to the ocean, Urara, Ryosuke and Merida were onboard the main ship of the Hasteborg Royal Family with the Princess of Hasteborg Aria, who is 21 years old with light brown hair, sky blue eyes, pale skin and wearing a light green dress with her torso and shoulders expose and a long cyan cape. The 24 year old man with maroon hair, green eyes, tan skin and a straight muscular figure wearing silver kimono pants, shoulder armor guards, long wristbands and a tight shirt and a harness was the princess' husband and Lord of its shinobi village, Yashiro Miroku. They welcomed Merida, Urara and Ryosuke with open arms as they saw something heading their way.)

Merida: What is that? (Merida prepare an arrow in case it was an enemy officer. However, Urara recognize that it was Sasori himself as he hails any attack.)

Urara Tanaka: Hold your fire! It's not the enemy, it's Lord Sasori.

Aria: How can you tell? (Urara points out at the vehicle as it truly resemblance the Junmakuto she has seen before. As Sasori came up close to them, everyone was relief that it was him. After landing onboard, Merida and Ryosuke could see the blushing face and happy smile on Urara's smile as she was looking at Sasori. Merida whispers to her husband.)

Merida: Hey, do you think that Urara has a thing for Sasori? (Ryosuke, surprise by this turn of events, but got over it as he nodded in agreement.)

Ryosuke Tsurugi: I believe so. (After Sasori told Urara of his battle with Tatsuya, she was speechless at first, but screech in joy that he won.)

Urara Tanaka: Wow, Lord Sasori. Tatsuya is… was one of the most powerful warriors in Kijima's army and you still came out on top. (Sasori smiles small, glad of the praise he was receiving from the woman that caught his heart.)

Sasori Saku: I could say the same with you. The way you took down that Kijima was impressive as you usually are. (Both Sasori and Urara were smiling happily at each other as they were slowly coming close for a kiss until Merida cough a bit to grabbed their attention.)

Merida: Hey! What are we, chop liver? (Both Urara and Sasori had their tint of red on their faces, but show different expressions; Urara had a shocking and awkward expression while Sasori had an annoyed and mad expression on him. As they walk to regroup with the royals, a warrior of Kijima's army managed to climb aboard the ship as the others turn to see the intruder. He was an 18 year old male warrior with several second degree burns and a set of cuts on his body as he huffs and breaths heavily with his sword.)

Kijima's Army Private: You have a lot of nerve being comfort by a woman after killing my captain, Saku. Face me like a man. (Sasori simply huffs at the young delusional warrior's arrogance while the others didn't felt threaten by him. Suddenly another warrior appeared from the side as he hacked the arrogant officer by the neck, killing him instantly. The others were surprise mildly by the appearance of another enemy officer except that he didn't wore his armor and wielding a katana as he pointed at the recent corpse.)

Hoji Kitoma: How dare you think that you could kill such worthy adversaries that have won this battle? (The warrior revealed to be Hoji Kitoma, as he turn to stare at them, particularly at Sasori.) Are you Sasori Saku? (Sasori nods, not afraid of Hoji whatsoever.)

Sasori Saku: I am! And who might you be? (Glad that he knew that he was talking to Sasori, Hoji let go of his weapon as he bows down to Sasori with his eyes closed.)

Hoji Kitoma: General… General Saku! It is an honor to meet you! I am Hoji Kitoma. (Everyone on the ship were surprise by the sudden bowing and respect Hoji was giving to Sasori.) During my time in Kijima's disgrace of an army, I have heard of your powers and mastery of the Puppet Master Jutsu. Please. Please take me as your subordinate and pupil! Even being a foot soldier of yours will be more than satisfying. Please, General Saku! (For the first time in his life, Sasori was speechless, but remained calm as he felt no lies coming from Hoji, but decided to ask.)

Sasori Saku: Hoji! You are aware that you were a part of the army of one of our hated enemies and a fugitive of the Oda Army. While you should understand that I take proud and great aspirations in the art of puppets, I can't honestly be sure to keep you as a subordinate for the safety of the women of Arendelle and the Flame Village. (Hoji may seem a bit hurt, but he understood the reason as he try to appeal again to join the Flame Village and Arendelle.)

Hoji Kitoma: I understand your concerns, Lord Sasori. I may have started out as an officer of Kijima and then a fugitive of my homeland. But that was only out of necessary than choice. When you consider the situation still raging on in my former land of Japan, I had no other choice to endure it than prevail it. In times of chaos and bloodshed, how can a law bidding man maintain his principles and innocence. (Before anyone would counteract, Yashiro decided to give in as he stated the obvious.)

Yashiro Miroku: Hoji does have a good point. (Hoji points to another Southern Isle ship sinking down ablaze.)

Hoji Kitoma: Before I came here, I set a lot of explosives on that vessel so that no officers would follow me to you. Because it is me and only me who wish to be your subordinate and pupil in the art of puppets, Master Sasori. Please, take me on as your subordinate! Please! (Hoji bows his head down in respect of Sasori, who was indeed impressed by the young warrior's conviction and determination to join the Arendelle ranks as a ninja.)

Sasori Saku: Wait here! (Sasori regroup with the others while Hoji awaits patiently. Sasori bows in respect to the royals of DunBroch and Hasteborg.) Your Highnesses and Urara, I can ensure you that Hoji's heart is of pure intention and just. He wishes to be my subordinate and only he wants to be as he has already proven his loyalty. (Merida, Ryosuke, Aria and Yashiro were thinking it carefully, but Urara had a smile as she said.)

Urara Tanaka: If it's just him, then that won't be a problem. I'm sure that I can help convince Lord Hokage and her Majesty to grant your permission to keep him as a subordinate. After all, I still believe in second chances as anyone. (Sasori smiles at the kind and forgiving nature of Urara as he turn to the others. Aria and Yashiro shrugged it off, not minding it at all. Ryosuke nods, agreeing as well. And Merida may still had doubts, but finally cave in.)

Merida: Fine! Fine! You can keep him! I'm not sure if Itachi or Elsa will agree to accept him, but I can trust your judgement. (Sasori nods as he got up and walked back to Hoji as he kindly picks him up.)

Sasori Saku: Come on! They've given me permission to accept you as my subordinate. (Hoji smiles at the great news.) You can join our ranks, just as long as you don't have any dark intentions on women. (Hoji kindly shook his head with a happy smile as he rubs the back of his head.)

Hoji Kitoma: Of course, my lord. If I do find an interest in a woman, I want it out of true love and I will do my best to meet your expectations. (Sasori nods, approving of Hoji's words.)

[Prince Oskar's Ship, Sea – Arendelle]

(After hacking and slashing any enemy officers in his way, Kisame made it to Prince Oskar's burning ship until he set another Water Style: Water Shark Bomb Jutsu to extinguish the flames as the blonde hair and bearded man with dark brown eyes turn to see Kisame onboard his ship.)

Oskar Westergaard: Hmph! Grey-blue skin. Large and shark-like stature. If I'm not mistaken, you're Kisame Hoshigaki. You formerly served Duke Odbart of Weselton and now you serve the Fist Hokage of the Hidden Flame and the Queen of Arendelle. Why have you come here if your fight is with my brother? (Kisame looked firm at the seemingly brave prince of the Southern Isles.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: I'm here to get answers from you. Starting and finalizing with the fact that you took someone special from me. (Kisame was referring about Kajsa. Though their meetings would be short or a bit longer, Kisame has developed a romantic attraction to Kajsa and the mermaid in turn fell in love with him. Knowing that hiding it was out of the option, Oskar smirks arrogantly.)

Oskar Westergaard: Ah, what's the matter, sharky! You're missing your mermaid woman. And what makes you think I would give you the exact coordinates of her whereabouts. (However, a Flame chunin arrived, reporting to Kisame.)

Flame Chunin: I bring news. Princess Cinderella, Prince Henri and Queen Ariel have found and retrieved several maps, indicating the whereabouts of a certain mermaid friend of yours, Master Kisame. (This news brought great shock to Oskar since he knew that the coordinates were stored at David's ship, but was now in his enemies' hands. Kisame smirks, knowing that he would be given the chance to rescue Kajsa as he turn to Oskar as had a fierce look.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: Heaven is definitely on the side of Arendelle. But before I can bring her to my home in Arendelle, I will let her be at ease knowing that you will die here in this sea. (Kisame finished stating his intention as he aim his Shark Teeth at the infuriating prince as he drew forth his own sword. Both men stare hard at each other as wind blows with a single wet drop landing down to the floor. At that moment, both Kisame and Oskar clashed swords as they were in a short stalemate until they dash back a few steps. Both men glare hard at each other.) The road to a new world, lies through you!

Oskar Westergaard: And the road to reunite with my brothers, lies through you! (Oskar got into fighting stance as Kisame charge in after him as they swipe their swords at each other. Most would say that it was a battle of equal, but in actuality Kisame had the upper hand.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: Accept defeat, Prince Oskar. You and your Southern Isle fleet have lost this battle and a brother. Enough suffering has been done already. (Oskar kept swiping his sword at Kisame's Junmakuto as it didn't took much effort for him to defend against Oskar. Despite hearing that one of his brother were killed in battle)

Oskar Westergaard: Never! We Westergaards will built a new empire even more grant than the once mighty Roman Empire, no matter what the cost may be. (Oskar swipe a few slashes as he stabbed at Kisame, but what he stabbed was a water clone. Oskar looked around for Kisame until Kisame swiped few slashes behind Oskar and finally delivered the finishing blow. Oskar gasped his last grunt as he fall to the floor, dead with his eyes closed. Kisame stared down on Oskar's dead form as another Arendelle officer came to his aid. He was the nephew of Minister Oskar Finn, William Finn.)

William Finn: Master Kisame! Master Kisame, I'm… (William looked at the corpse of Prince Oskar, who has the same name as his uncle. Kisame stare for a while until he finally spoke.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: Your unyielding will, and your loyalty to your brothers and country will go down in history. (Kisame retreated his Junmakuto back into his being as he grabbed a Southern Isles banner flag and wave as he lay it down to cover the corpse of Oskar Westergaard.) But I truly hated you for kidnapping innocent people, whether they're mermaids, humans and so forth, just so you can gain an advantage. (Kisame stare down at the body one last time as he remember his last battle with Might Guy, a jonin of the Leaf Village in the Ninja World and his eventual suicide at his own hands.) (Thought: Might Guy, is this how you thought of me when I ended my own life back in the Ninja World. Despite how despicable and power hungry he was, I swear that I will never forget your name, Oskar Westergaard.)

William Finn: Master Kisame. (Hearing William's voice, Kisame turn to the young lieutenant.)

Kisame Hoshigaki: William, tell me. What do you think of Itachi as king of the kingdom with Elsa? (William thought about it, while he knew that Itachi hadn't been in Arendelle that long, he knew how much he cares for the Queen, Princess Anna, and everyone in the kingdom of Arendelle. While he knew his uncle was plotting for something in the sooner or in the future, William has learned and seen the true nature of Itachi Uchiha as an honorable and selfless man of peace and his shinobi officers such as Kisame were no different in the terms of righteousness and bravery.)

William Finn: If it means anything, I truly believe that Lord Itachi will be a great and mighty king with the Queen as I could see the love they have for each other and the way they are professional during times like these are a remarkable feature to see. (Kisame smiles gratefully that the military now see Itachi in a new light. Truly it was rise of Arendelle and the Hidden Flame Village as they are the first kingdom and shinobi village to instigate the new era.)

[Southern Isles]

[Shores of the Southern Isles – Southern Isles]

(After the defeat of the Southern Isle fleet, remnants of Kijima's army managed to escape the battlefield with their lives. Most of their officers of note had perished in battle as all of the remaining members had gathered at a shore of the Southern Isles.)

Kijima's Army Corporal: Is this everyone? (Sadly, every member of the army nodded in agreement. The corporal grumps in annoyance and irritation. One private tried to lighten the mood of everyone.)

Kijima's Army Private: Maybe there's still some trying to find their way. (The corporal turn to the private in anger.)

Kijima's Army Corporal: Hey! We just had our asses handed to us and we lost many of our men because of those shinobi dogs. (The corporal turn to the rest of the officers.) Everyone, from now on, I will take charge. If there's anyone who doesn't want me in charge then end me or… (Before he finish his sentence, a halberd was lunged through the corporal's heart as he stared in shock along with the rest of the army. They all turn to see Tatsuya, with several cuts and burns, but still alive as he stare hard and hateful as he hack off the corporal, thus taking over as leader of the army. Every officer bows down to Tatsuya as they acknowledge him as the leader.)

[Ending]