Behind Jade and Silver Chapter 2
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Hyuuga Neji made his way towards the Hokage's office. As he walked along the corridors a door stood before him. It was the only thing that separated him from the most powerful person in all of Konoha. He knocked on it a couple of times, then he heard the voice of a woman ushering him in. He went inside and bowed to his superior.
'Tsunade-sama," he said in a respectful tone.
"So, what did you find out?" the woman inquired.
"Well... as far as we know, the assassination attempt on the Kazekage was done by rebel sand shinobi, who weren't quite happy about the restoration of the diplomatic ties between the Sand and Leaf.
"We have dealt with most of the rebels and the Kazekage said that he'll take care of the rest. He also wants to send his gratitude to Tsunade-sama for her concern and cooperation."
The woman nodded and signaled that he was free to leave.
He bowed and left.
After making his way out of the structure, he decided to go to the Hyuuga Manor and rest for awhile. As he arrived at his destination, he saw proud silver orbs starring at him. He bowed in respect for the leader of the Hyuugas and received a welcoming nod in return.
Much has changed between him and his uncle Hiashi in these past years. Before he had been inferior to him, but now the elder Hyuuga treated him like the son he had never had. Hiashi was now trying to lessen the former distance between the branches of the Hyuuga. This to him was the best way of making the Hyuuga family stronger, and was also his way of honoring his diceased twin.
Upon entering his room, he saw his bed. It looked so inviting after many nights of sleeping on the cold, hard earth. He deserved the luxury of sleeping on his own comfortable bed. He retreated onto it and then slowly drifted off to sleep.
Sakura met up with Ino after awhile. The two friends decided to celebrate both of their wins. Since both weren't of drinking age they chose to celebrate with a bowl of steaming hot ramen from the Ichiraku.
"Hey, Sakura," Ino called out. When she got her friends attention, she asked, "So, how are you?" We've both been so busy during the Chuunin exam that we hardly ever got to talk."
"Oh, I'm doing great! The Chuunin exam this year seemed easier since I was prepared and ready for what they might threw at me. I was so happy that I didn't have to fight against you during the course of it. I didn't want to be the one to finish you off."
"I could have taken you on any time." She retorted.
The two girls laughed for awhile, gradually pausing to sip some nice, warm broth.
"Hey, Ino, do you think I'm still weak like before?" Sakura suddenly asked.
"Sakura... Sakura... Sakura... What made you say that?" Ino asked.
"Well… I just think that I'll never be strong enough," Sakura said while sighing.
Ino replied, "Sakura, you're the strongest kunoichi in our generation I know… well, next to me."
"But don't let that get to your head because your still "forehead girl" to me." Ino ended it there.
"Thanks..." Sakura said while a radiant smile dawned on her face.
They talked a little more, and after eating the remaining ramen in their bowls, decided to leave. They parted ways and headed off towards different locations. Ino went to their family's flower shop to help out while Sakura decided to go to Konoha hospital and check if she was needed.
Later that day, Neji received a message from the Hokage that ordered him to go to her office immediately. She didn't say why but rather just told him to come. He returned to her office.
"Tsunade-sama," he addressed the woman in front of him.
"Good." So you're here Hyuuga," she said. "I'm sorry that I had to call you just after you got back, but most of the other jounins are out on missions, and I needed someone of your caliber."
"It seems that a lot of questionable things are happening in the Water Country. The fact that they aren't allied with us is a threat to Konoha. I want you to go there and represent Konoha at this gathering of nations that they are planning. This is strictly an information gathering mission so avoid any unnecessary conflict while you're there."
Sakura decided to go and train for awhile after going to hospital. She went to her favorite clearing and started to do some warm up exercises. While doing this someone came up to her with lightning fast speed and began attacking her. She could tell that the person was good, seeing that she had some difficulty avoiding his attacks. As her attacker came into full view she was shocked. Why was Hyuuga Neji attacking her!
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