As Kanna's generation grew up, their parents watched eagerly waiting for the secret power to manifest and find out which one of the kids had acquired it. But, it wasn't until the age of five, when our heroine showed the first signs of the secret jutsu.

It had been a long day of training with her father and twin brother. But these were her favorite days because despite the hard work, she knew at the end of training her father would reward them by taking them to the fields overlooking the village. Bored of the conversation her father and brother were having she decided to go off on her own.

She was playing in a field, running around and picking flowers, she loved to pick flowers for her caretaker young maiden was the only mother figure the twins ever had after their mother had passed when they were only two years old. They'd think of her as a second mother and they loved her just as much. Like her name, Yui was as gentle with them as a mother could ever be. She was a petite dark haired girl of only twenty three, her olive skin tone only made her piercing green eyes brighter, and her beautiful smile would always soothe Kanna.

Yui and her family had always served the Kobayashi family long before she was born. Their loyalty to the family allowed them to know many secrets that not even close friends or allies new about. Despite Yui's young age, her gaze reflected maturity and wisdom. "You are an old soul & the greatest companion for my kids" Reizo would always say to her. Lord Reizo always made her feel as if she was part of the family, and for that she was keen to dedicate all her time to them, as well as pledging her loyalty to them and them only.

After gathering enough flowers, Kanna headed back to her father as she proudly looked at her floral arrangement of pink and purple tones. Her mind not really in the present moment, she wondered if she'll be able to pick a Rose for her bouquet without hurting herself. When she suddenly stumbles upon a dead rabbit. The young girl has always had a kind soul and the image of the lonely rabbit saddened her. As she stared at the dead animal, she carefully placed the flowers on the ground and then broke into tears hugging the lifeless rabbit.

"Ewww Kanna!.. leave it alone.. Some beast will come and eat it soon." Said Horus as he leaned over looking at the sight disgusted by her sister's actions.

She kept kneeling down, hugging it and crying over it. Her father was approaching the two kids to see what was going on. But, as he was closing in, he saw how the limp animal started moving again and abruptly darted off into the distance.

He was dumbfounded looking at her daughter.

Wh-What's wrong father? Ha-ave I done ssomething wrong?- Kanna stuttered worriedly looking at her father.

"You must not do this in front of anyone else Kanna, for the sake of the family..Our family: you, Horus and I. You've done nothing wrong, but it is dangerous if others find out.. Please remember, If anything should happen to me, promise me you two will always stay together". Confessed Reizo to his kids as he firmly held Kanna by her two arms.

Reizo had to think about what he had just witnessed. He thought about it over and over until he decided to confide in Yui what had just happened. Yui advised that although the discovery could grant him absolute rule over the Land of Roses, it could also damage the relationship between him and his siblings. Ultimately, he concluded it was best for him and his kids to keep the discovery a secret. After all, the relationship between him and his older brother Hideto was rocky and the royal family could fall apart if any disputes arose.

By the age of 11, Kanna became the Kobayashi family prodigy. She was growing up to be a strong protector of the Land of Roses. At her short age, she was able to assess situations rapidly and process family protocols that neither of her cousins was able to do. Her maturity level was a bit more advanced than other kids her own age.

"Maybe your tendencies are rubbing off on me dear Yui" She said to her caregiver as her long brown curly hair was braided.

"I've told you this before Kanna, girls always mature more rapidly than boys. You ought to be more patient with your twin brother" Yui would always explain along with one of her infamous childhood anecdotes.

The set of twins were as close as siblings could be, but oftentimes Horus would get on her nerves. Despite him having a promising ninja career, he was the unruly out of the two and would like to test his boundaries with their father.

"But I get so upset when he says he's stronger than me. All of them kids pick on me and don't believe I'm stronger than them, even if I beat them when we spar!... They say I'm too small and never take me serious…" Refuted a discouraged Kanna with a frown reflected on her face.

Yui could never bear to see the petite girl being upset. She knew her too well, and kanna would never get upset over something so silly and irrelevant. She was too grown up to be bothered by minor things. She knew Kanna's heart better than anyone, and if something bothered her it was not to be taken lightly.

"Stop sulking, that is so unlike you. Besides, what you lack in height they lack in strength… You and I both know you could beat them all at the same time if you wanted to. I've seen you when you get mad, and I have to say even your father thinks you're scary when you do". Said Yui giggling at the end, trying to cheer her up.

"I can see the laughter in your pretty hazel eyes now...That is the Kanna I know." And with that, Yui gently kissed her forehead and watched her depart to her training.

The petite girl knew she had to work twice as hard to prove herself in the eyes of others. This taught her discipline from a young age and it was also the full force behind her determination on becoming stronger. After all, their cousins too had developed fighting skills. But, Kanna and her brother were notably skilled in combat and disciplined shinobi thanks to the rigorous training under their father. The set of twins along with the Katana Princess' two sons became a squad of four under the Chief of War. The group of four were assigned to going on missions and assist the village from time to time. And when Kanna and Horus were free, they would go along with their father to patrol the perimeter around the village.

But, this was all in the past. Kanna was all alone in this world. She had barely been able to escape the Land of Roses and now her past would hunt her at night with memories of the day when everything changed.

Flashbacks of her father and brother overpowering her dreams.

"If anything should happen to me, you have each other"...

-She wakes and finds herself all alone in darkness-

"Promise me you two will stay together"...

"Promise me"...

Author's Note:

Here's the first official chapter to the story! I know these first chapters are a bit short as I try to introduce the characters and theme of the story. This is just the beginning and I needed to paint a background for the story & characters. But, believe me when I say the chapters will get longer as the story progresses. I have a lot coming your way!

Tentendeservedbetter: Thank you for reading my story! I'm hoping that as the story develops the chapters will get longer. I already have a clear idea and an outline of how everything is going to play out & yes, this is the very first time I've ever written a story. I was very nervous as to how it would turn out, but so far I am really enjoying the whole process.

Thanks for reading and reviews are always appreciated!

I hope you enjoyed this one!