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If I could go back, and I won't, Mika may have gotten and trained Ghost alone without any help ... but I love this verison. No one does everything alone and having allies shows his growth. I am beyond proud of him for that and this story.
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On the Road to Mist
Hinata had missed being around Mika, it had been so long what with Missions and training the Hyuuga women in her style. Being around him was pure comfort, a reminder of happy days. Seeing Ghost, walking alongside him, made that feeling even greater, as she remembered the cat's growth.
As they walked along, on the Road to Mist, Hinata focused her Byakugan on them and smiled. Mika's chakra was so much greater now, draining Tsunade for more than a month to make shadow clones had a real effect on him just as sharing chakra made Ghost's grow. Mika's reserves were now that of a solid chunin, a touch higher in fact, where as Mika's skills were almost all reaching Low jonin at this point. He kenjutsu/taijutsu skill were even better at boderline mid tier jonin due to sheer practice and training.
Then there was Ghost, who's reserves were appraoching High tier genin and skills rivaled that of any chunin in the Leaf. The can was a force to be recockoned with thanks to Hana and Tsume's training, Mika's chakra infusions and his own determination. The cat was smarter than any Inuzuka ninjahound, though his body was less developed. He could track with the best of them and heal like a class two level medic. The cat was also razor sharp in a fight and very, very ruthless.
Looking at herself, Hinata felt that rush of pride too. Her chakra rivaled any Jonin in the Leaf, her control was second only to Tsunade and Shizune, and her taijutsu was only matched by a very small handful. She was approaching true mastery. She was a freal with the Hidden Mist, which had allowed her to complete six C and B rank missions over the last few months, something she was quite proud of. Then there was her recent work with the Raijin, she had yet to use it on a mission, aiming to gain mastery before she did. She didn't even bring it on this mission, just to be sure.
All in all, life was going good and she was determined to keep it that way.
"""
"Mika, I am sending you and Hinata to Mist for more than just a lack of Ninja. You are both skilled, easily jonin level in some ways. Hinata is a bloodline user, you are both skilled in the silent killing, you are both Kenjutsu users. Mika, your useage of kenjutsu has gained you fame as the Dancing Blade. It will make a point of trust but also a clear threat that while we are willing to work with the Mist, we will not tolerate any abuse.
Keep in mind that the Mist, though weakened by war, is also extremely powerful due to being freshly adjusted to combat. Play it safe, play it smart and do not overvalue your power. Make smart waves and make powerful allies. Mika, you are gifted as exploiting the needs of others to make allies, I am aware of this, do so here. Hinata, as a previous clan heiress, you were trained to smooze, do that. Together you can do anything."
Tsunade's words lingered in Mika's ears as he walked to Mist with Hinata. He could only hope that things went well, there was so much at risk here, Danzo's dark deeds only proved how in need they were to grow and change. If Mika failed here, it could cost him his life or worse, the village's existance...Hinata, Hanabi, Hiashi, Neji, Sora, Yakumo, Ghost and so many others... it was... it would be agony to lose them all.
He would not allow it...
Not now...
Not ever.
"""
"Shut up," Mika gritted out as Hinata chuckled at him. Why? His hair, normally soft and curly, was a poofy mess from Mist's well... mist. He knew he would end up looking like this, he usually did after a long training session in his own mist, but this was so much denser. His poor hair was a mess! "I swear Hinata, I might force feed you your own eyeballs if... Ghost are you laughing at me?"
Ghost was shaking, nodding for a moment before going rigid. 'Ninja coming our way, six of them! They are moving fast!'
Tensing, Mika revealed as much to Hinata and soon they were beset on by six ninja, most of which were wearing ANBU masks, but one stood out. He was tall with blue hair and shark teeth. He had a massive blade in his arms.
"State your name and purpose!" He said, almost squeaking,.
Mika raised hands. "I am Mika, this is Hinata Hyuuga and this is Ghost, We were sent by Lady Tsunade to strike an alliance with Mist. I have a scroll of proof, it's in my left vest pocket. Take it, or I could."
The boy frowned. "Take it out, slowly."
Mika did as he was told. "Very well,... is that Hiramekari?" Mika almost drooled. "That is a legendary blade, even by the Seven Swordsmen of the Mist standards! When we are done, you and I are so sparring." Mika held out the scroll and a masked ninja grabbed it.
After a long minute, they nodded. "They are geniune it seems. What do we do with them, Chojuro?"
The boy, Chojuro, turned to them. " We take them to Lady Mizukage, she will determine their fate. Mika, Hinata, follow us, and no funny business unless you wish to be slain."
"""
Gay or not, The Mizukage was the most beautiful being Mika had ever seen. Tsunade paled compared to her, which was saying quite a lot. Tall with aburn hair, green eyes and an intense air of power, the woman was utterly without flaw. She was wearing a blue half dress and her hair reached her waist.
Ghost was shivering as they entered the Mizukage's office. 'She is so strong, her chakra is intense, amazing. I have never felt chakra like this, it is so complex. She smells like a mineral spring.'
Mika nodded, but said nothing as Ghost shivered into his neck.
Hinata, ever strong, looked proud and proper, having been trained in such things by her clan for years. She bowed low and Mika mimicked her. "Lady Mizukage."
The woman spoke, revealing a thick, deep voice that oozed sultriness and strength. "Please, call me Mei. It is an honor to meet such powerful young ninja. The Dancing Blade, a clanless ninja that has risen to incredible heights at incredible speeds. Master Kenjutsu user and healer, a user of the Silent Killing to rival any from my village! Then there is the Rising Hyuuga, who went from meek to iphenominal, redefining Hyuuga greatness and making a name for herself as a powerful kunoichi to rival any other. I am touched you were sent." As she spoke, Mika felt her release a subtle flair of chakra into the air, a mark of her tremendous power.
Ghost was practically having a seizure. 'So scary!' He whispered and Mika started to pet him softly.
Mei laughed. "Am I that scary to the poor dear?"
"Your chakra is rather intense, apparently."
"I heard you had a ninja cat you trained, I didn't realize you could speak to him! Fantastic. Now, tell me, why should I join my village in anyway with the Leaf? What do we have to gain from such a connection?"
Mika turned to Hinata, they both nodded and the prepared notes they had started on as they traveled to Mist came to fruition.
Hinata started first. "First there is the obvious part. Your village is in debt, in terms of life, money and ninja. We can help on all levels, giving you trade agreements that will soothe your needs. We can also agree to share certian mission, bounties and so on. The basics. We will agree to come to your aid while you are recovering and just having our name tied to yours will increase your missions, protection and help soothe the reputation that still haunts you."
Mika stepped up. "We also have two of your special swords, the corpse of one Zabuza Momichi and one of your Ice release users. We are willing to trade them back, all of it, which would be a tremendous boon to your village. Two of your swords, back safely under your watch. You could retrain your village's Seven Swordsmen. We also have proof, through recent development, that Orochimaru has hold of several of your other swords and has kidnapped several of your ninjas. We are willing, wanting, to kill him and you can reclaim them if and when that happens."
Hinata continued. "We are also willing to help your village get the alliance of Sand, which will only help you even more in all ways. In no way do you lose here."
There was a pause, a heavy choking silence that made all three Leaf Ninja shiver and then Mei laughed. "I accept, your words are strong I admit. However, the real kicker was your proclimation of killing Orochimaru. Contrary to what you may think I am aware of his crimes to my village. He had been seen infiltrating many times, but we nver had the man power to stop him. He stole many, many corpses and caused so much suffering... that alone would make me join your village, the rest though, is also very, very nice.
However, before I send my letter, I heard you wanted to spar Chojuro, dear Mika. I would like to see that... your skills as a Swordsman have spread far and wide, I want to see where you rank up against a swordsman of the Mist!"
Mika nodded, excitment in his eyes. "I would very, exceedingly, love that prospect. Let's do this. When shall we start?"
"Right now, I had a training ground set aside, wanting to test your skills out persoanlly. After all you fought the Last Kaguya and lived, killed Orochimaru's powerful Minions and played a role in killing Zabuza and Raiga! Big or small, you played a powerful role and I for one cannot wait to see if you live up to the hype... I would also like to pet Ghost."
Ghost shot over to her, purring and letting her pet him, loving the attention. "She is nice, scary but nice... she is genuine, Mika."
And that was soothing to everyone of Mika's nerves...
Chapter end, tell me what you think in the reviews.
This was beyond fun to write!
Love, your Ninja Overlord,
Mika.
Chapter end, tell me what you think in the reviews.
This was a lot of fun! I loved this, adored it.
Love, your Ninja Overlord,
Mika.
