Disclaimer: I don't own naruto or otogizoshi but I'll try to one day
Previously
" I think I hear Tenten playing her flute" said the figure that is lying down in a futon, gazing at the moon looking very ill.
" Maybe they reached Hitachi by now. Haku you should rest now" said the old man
" Yes Father" sister I hope you're doing well then he drifted into a sleep
Before the morning came Tenten and Zabusa already left the river. While walking Zabusa halted for a stop and Tenten soon followed.
" Haku-sama may I propose a plan?" asked Zabusa, intrigued Tenten nodded " Knowing how those Shibo bandits work, I assume that the Hitachi that was said to posses the magatama is nearby. Why don't we stop by for some food and rest?"
Tenten was in deep though and replied " it's a good plan but unfortunately we don't have all the time in the world for my brother is gravely ill. Also the capital needs it as soon as possible." then suddenly a strange sound was heard coming from Tenten's stomach. Zabusa laughed and said " Even the most powerful warrior needs to eat is he is hungry" Tenten admitted her defeat and sighed, " I guess your right" then she stood up and began to walk " lead the way then."
They reached the small town of Hitachi by noon. Tenten and Zabusa were looking for some lodging and a place to eat. People stare at them as they pass by, for warriors rarely visit the town. Zabusa spotted a restaurant, and as they approach it a man stopped them from there tracks.
" What do we have here? Let me see…sword yielding…a bow…strange clothes…ahhh…. you must be warriors" said the man. His features were that striking. He was wearing an outfit suitable for everyday but also for fighting. He was carrying a sword with him, but his most distinct feature is the triangles in his cheeks. "Where did you come from?"
"hm..?" said Zabusa as he readied himself in a fighting stance while Tenten was amused looking at him.
" We came from the Capital" she replied stepping closer to him
" Oh… the capital eh…" he said then suddenly snatched Tenten's dagger which was tied to her waist. It took her time to register what happen as the man was raising her dagger and will pint it at her neck but Zabusa interrupted and disarmed the man.
" How dare you point a dagger at Haku-sama!" he exclaimed, " For that I won't forgive" as he unsheathe his sword.
The man then rose and also draws his then suddenly an old man interfered and whacked the man on the head.
" What is all this commotion about?" he asked then eyed the man, " I told you not to cause us trouble"
Two girls came to view then grab the man and walked away. " Go home you Capital freaks! You'll just regret coming here" he shouted before being completely gone. The old man neared them with a smile, and asked them to follow him.
" I'm the Village elder. You must be travelers? Sorry for the commotion, you see he always cause troubles to us. I know you're hungry and tired so you can stay with me at my place. And also welcome to Hitachi!" he said with a smile.
I really didn't know anyone would read this…………well thank you anyway.
Thanks to Morning light for the review … I'll try to write longer chapters if I have time…