Circumstance
Book 1: Land of Iron
Chapter 36:
Stakes
"Uz-uzumaki? I thought… the war…" His voice was a croak. "Hime?"
Kushina beamed at the stuttering misogynist. "Mifune-oji, your lackey called my ability into question." Her father's old rival turned unforgiving hawk eyes to the squirming bastard quailing at his side.
"Oh?"
"And I accept his challenge." Wary now, Mifune frowned.
"What were the stakes?"
Kushina's smile turned innocent. "Gaining a sparring partner for when I go home, with your blessing of course, Mifune-oji. I'll make sure they get back safe and sound should they wish to leave my company."
The misogynist made a curious choking noise but Mifune silenced him with a glare. He took only a moment to consider her request.
"Very well, Uzumaki-hime. When you defeat five opponents of Yojimbo's suggestion, I'll approve your choice."
Oromori couldn't help but admire how the Kunoichi wrested a promise from their general.
The moment Mifune-sama realized who precisely she had in mind-
Oromori cast his gaze to Yojimbo.
Fool didn't seem to fully comprehend the depth of stupidity he'd fallen into.
The Kunoichi-
No.
Uzumaki Kushina, granddaughter to the fallen Uzukage of whirlpool and a swordswoman of incredible talent even when she was a preteen, flashed them a predatory grin. "I look forward to your selection, Yojimbo-chan."
Yojimbo growled but Oromori impressed the need for calm with a quelling hand on the larger Samurai's arm.
Kami save him should she win.
(A/N): Thoughts? Comments? Concerns?
Didn't plan on an actual fight scene for the next chapter. But I could do one. PM or something to let me know. You got till Thursday 10pm.
Commentary is always appreciated.
~Yasha's Sis