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Recap:
So as I came to the realization that I belonged to a cult,
That practically worshipped pain,
I realized something that scared me,
Last night,
As my nails had dug into my skin,
I had actually,
Enjoyed it…
Reborn
You might be asking, "Hana, why are you sitting in a tree?" Well, the answer's simple. I am going to attempt to "pray". In the book it stated the when a Jashinist prays, they actually can have a conversation with Jashin if he's willing to talk. I am going to attempt such a thing because I need answers.
"Jashin," I whisper.
…
"Jashin," I say a bit more forcefully.
…
The Necklace starts burning my flesh and I think I get the message.
"Fine, Jashin-sama."
Yes?
"HOLY FUCK!" I scream, loosing my concentration and falling from the tree. If it weren't for my "mad" ninja skills, I'd be a pancake right about now, because I quickly grab a branch and swing myself onto it. Breathing heavily, eyes frantic, I come to the realization that I actually heard an answer.
And I swear he's laughing at me…
"Um… Jashin-sama?"
You're not going to fall out of the tree this time are you?
"I don't think so."
Good, you have to be one of the clumsiest followers I've ever had.
"Well, sorry, for being surprised," I say.
You didn't believe I was real, did you?
"No, not really."
Why else do you think you're alive? The Easter Bunny brought you back to life?
"Well, why the hell would a God of destruction and pain, bring me back to life?"
Do you have any idea how many "Please don't let me dies" I listen to every day? I just pitied you, and truth be told I happen to like attractive followers.
"Attractive? So you're a pervert God?" –shock-
No, I happen to not want ugly people following me. The other Gods would make fun of me if that ever happens.
"Other Gods?" I ask.
I'm already telling you too much, just ask your damn questions.
"Why me?"
Your skills as a kunoichi are exceptional, imagine the blood and pain you can give to me with your power. You're pretty. Also, you're a virgin.
"How does that count?"
Do you have any clue how many girls your age aren't virgins? It's a rarity these days. What happened to the age of waiting till you're married?
"Fine. Why do I have silver hair?"
It's part of the process. When you die, the hair follicles loose their color. I just sped up the process of dying and then "woke" you back up. You hair is going to stay that color no matter what.
"So all of your followers have silver hair?"
Pretty much, although there aren't too many of you.
"You don't have a ton of followers?"
I remember the good old days when my followers reeked havoc on the shinobi. Days filled with blood and pain. But then the shinobi discovered the weakness, and poof! Disappear the Jashinists. I only have about a handful left, including you.
"Weakness, like what? I mean, apparently I can get my head cut off and live, so what can kill me?"
It varies follower to follower, like your abilities. The exchange of blood and shared pain is very sacred, but it does have its down points. You'll discover your weakness eventually, as well as your powers.
"Why did you make me cut myself?"
It was that or go on a mass killing spree on Suna, I thought you'd prefer that.
"Thanks for being considerate."
Your time here is running low. I think you should leave in three days time.
"And then what am I supposed to do?"
Become a rogue ninja, and kill in my name. Also, you should buy weapons.
"And if I don't want to?"
Then kiss your pretty ass goodbye.
"I've reviewed your points and come to a miraculous conclusion. Either I'm insane, or I have to go along with whatever you say because I'll die!"
Smart mouth you got on you; might help you out in the future.
"I should probably go now, I need to make preparations to leave," I say.
Girl, remember one thing. Whatever past you may have had, all inhibitions have left you. Your friends may become your enemies; your enemies become your friends. Don't let the past distract you from the present.
"Yeah, whatever. And will you quit shocking me every time I curse at you?"
No, be thankful to me. Do not hate me; worship me.
"Sure, Jashin-sama, I'll be sure to do that. And please state your opinion in thought, not pain."
… I receive no answer from the God, but hope he agrees with that one request.
Walking back to the ramen shop for dinner (because I spent most of the day at the library and talking to Jashin-shock-sama), I sit down on a stool and order my usual miso. Of course that doesn't stop a guy from hitting on me.
"Hey, baby, wanna have some fun tonight? I know a real good place-"
"Not interested," I say politely.
"Not interested? No one says that to Keigo Masawa!"
"I just did. I don't think my husband back home would appreciate me having an affair. He can be quite violent when it comes to other men. Why, he once broke a man's neck with one hand when he touched my hand to give me my groceries."
Who's this husband of yours and when can I kill him?
'Idiot-shock- it's you!' I think.
Thank me; I was worried that another man tainted my precious flower.
'Technically, you're not a man. You're a God.'
Point taken.
"Um… I guess I'll just be going then," the guy says, standing up and leaving.
"I didn't know you were married," Rikaru says.
"Oh yeah, did I forget to mention him? My Daisuke can be quite a handful sometimes. He can be quite childish too and over protective. But I love him anyway," I lie.
Daisuke? What the hell kinda name is that?
'It was the first one I thought of, don't complain!'
"You look awfully young to be married."
"Oh, the age is a bit lower than here. We were married just last year actually. Our anniversary's in a month. We're going to Konoha," I say smiling.
Are we now?
'Shut up, please. It's hard to have two conversations. Especially with you butting in all the time!' I think angrily.
I receive an angry shock at that comment.
"That's nice. My Ami and I are going to have our thirtieth this year," Rikaru says. "I remember my first year with her. Pure Heaven, with the occasional Hell spat of course."
"Thanks, Riku-san, I'll be back tomorrow!"
"You're becoming my best costumer, Hana-chan!"
Laughing I walk off to the hotel. When I arrive I fall onto my futon, exhausted beyond belief. Finding out that I belong to a cult of pain worshippers apparently took a lot out of me. I close my eyes and drift into a somewhat peaceful sleep.
Remember, three days. And you owe me some blood.
"Yeah, yeah, whatever you want Jashin-sama."
Waking up, I fall gracefully onto the floor and mumble obscenities to said floor. All the while Jashin-sama is laughing at me.
"Don't you have other followers to bother?"
The youngest follower I have is nearly 100 years old. Compared to that, you're a baby. And everyone knows that babies need to be taken care of by their parents.
"And you're my parent?"
Technically yes, I gave birth to you again, didn't I?
"Aren't you supposed to me a male God?"
Don't be ungrateful that I gave you a second chance. You're lucky I like pretty girls.
"And you support a religion of celibacy."
Your point?
"Isn't that kind of unfair to your followers?"
Most likely, they rarely complain though. Of course, they're not concerned on romance very much.
"Why?"
Everyone but you is a man, that's why.
"You mean to tell me I'm the only fucking female is this twisted cult?"
Precisely, you catch on quick.
"Whatever, what to do you want me to do today?"
Make your outfit. I'll tell you what I like while we're shopping.
"Huzzah."
Is that supposed to be sarcasm?
"No, great Jashin-sama, I speak only the truth." –shock-
That's just rude, I'm your God; respect me.
"Okay, please stop with the shocking, it's annoying."
Ever heard of shock treatment? That's exactly what you're doing.
"I'm not a dog!" I say.
Would you prefer to be a cat? We can tie bells around your necklace if you wish.
"Uh! You're more annoying than Naruto!"
I'll take that as a compliment, because if I considered it otherwise, you'd be having a seizure right about now.
"Okay, I get it! Now, can you please get out of my head so I can take a shower?"
Sure.
"Thanks," I say, walking into the bathroom, and undressing. I step into the shower and enjoy the brief amount of silence I have in my head. Note the word, brief.
I am one lucky deity to have such a sexy follower. I like what I see.
"JASHIN-SAMA, YOU PERVERT! STOP LOOKING!"
I've already seen it all. I'm your "husband" remember? I'm allowed to stare at my wife's body.
"More like gawk."
Touché.
"Can you pretty, pretty please let me bathe in silence?"
I feel his heavy presence leave and I sigh in almost happiness. I wash my hair and body quickly, not wanting to waste a second. I step out of the shower and dress in my civilian clothes. I brush my hair with a comb I purchased, and step out of the bathroom.
Do women always have to take so long in the bathroom?
"I guess so, but I would have been longer if you hadn't peeped."
I can use that as motivation to make you hurry now.
"Great."
Now go eat your ramen and find a material shop. I'll meet up with you then.
"Why? Where are you going?"
Hidan's bitching again. I have to go "calm" him down.
"Um… okay?"
Only a short while later, I arrive at the ramen shop and eat three bowls of delicious, cheap Heaven. Bidding Rikaru adieu, I set off in search of a material shop. I find what appears to be a stocked, cheap shop filled with rainbow colors of material. I step into the shop and start to browse among the colors. I pause at a nice shade of pink for a second contemplating what my outfit should be like.
Not pink.
'But I like pink!'
I don't, and my word is law.
'You have a God complex, you know that?'
I am a God, so it's not really a complex.
'Fine than, what colors do you want? What style too?'
I require my sexy follower to wear a short black kimono with a red obi. You also require a white cloak. Fishnets and sandals are also welcomed.
'Since when did my name change from Girl to Sexy Follower? My name is Hana!'
Okay then Flower, we should get to work on finding the material you need.
'Fine,' I sigh.
I walk around the shop gathering the material Jashin-sama commands that I have. I pay for the material and return to the hotel. Spending the next six hours, sewing and such, I finally finish. I decide to put the outfit on and after I do, I stare blankly in the mirror.
That doesn't stop Jashin-sama from whistling.
My sexy follower is most certainly sexy.
"I look like a cheap whore."
No, that's only if you tie your obi in front. Besides you're celibate, remember?
I have to admit the outfit isn't that bad, it actually looks good on me. My chest appears to be bigger, though I doubt physically they're any different. My leg appears longer and more toned. The fishnets set a nice contrast between my skin and the material. The cloak however, might be a problem.
"What's the point in having a white cloak if blood is going to stain it?"
It will strike fear into your enemies. Could also become a trademark. And your name is Shiro Hana remember? White Flower ring a bell?
"You were listening in on my thought even then?"
Why do you think the necklace zapped you?
"Point taken. I guess I'm going to be leaving tomorrow night."
Don't you need to buy weapons first?
"It would be suspicious for a civilian to buy weapons, I'll wait till I reach a small town to do so."
Makes sense.
"Here," I say, dragging my nails across my skin. "I owed you some blood, right?"
I draw his symbol on the ground in my blood and squeeze some more out of my arm.
Mmm, your blood tastes so delicious. A virgin's blood is the best.
"I still think you're a pervert."
As my blood sates a God's hunger,
My contract with the Devil signed,
I know that the bloodshed has only begun,
But strangely,
I do not regret,
The fact I'm going to kill again,
In actuality,
I look forward to it…
Rayne Says: In case you didn't get the bold print that was Jashin-sama talking to her. Becuase we never hear from Jashin himself in the manga, I'm making him my own character. Kind of a pervert/funny guy. But deep down all he wants is a little bloodshed in his day.
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