Sound of Silence

by ButterflyMiko

Kuri is the mute sister of Sai, who was taken from her to the Foundation at birth. She also has dark powers that result in torment for herself and all of Konoha. With Sasuke at her side, can her soul be saved? Will she be the light in Sasuke eyes; which seem to see only Darkness?

16. Tree Climbers

Naruto had just watched Kuri climb halfway up the tree.

"Gimme a break Kuri! Why are you so good at that ttebayo?" Naruto complained.

"It's not so hard." Kuri said from halfway up the tree on a branch. "As for me I have a little trouble with my balance, so that's what gets me!"

Kuri came down on shaky legs. "You gotta calm down and focus your chakra. Spread it over your feet, then walk. You can do it Naruto!"

She began to climb up as Naruto started his climb. Suddenly she flinched and lost her balance. Without thinking Sasuke ran up the tree and grabbed her.

"Kuri! Are you ok?" Sasuke said.

"S-Sasuke, look where we are!" Kuri said. "We're at the top!"

"Thanks to you! You inspired me." Sasuke said.

With a mighty leap they were back on the ground. Sasuke looked over at Naruto when Kuri had left.

"So...what did Kuri tell you?"