INNOCENT SAKURA: alright, so I haven't been able to update recently…but its not my fault…
ITACHI: Then whose fault is it::Glares at the wall blankly::
INNOCENT SAKURA: well….i …it was..
KAKASHI: now now…be a true ninja and take responsibility….::continues reading icha icha paradise..::
INNOCENT SAKURA: But im not a ninja…..:: looks puzzled.::
KAKASHI::drools at his book, not paying attention::
ITACHI::: looks over kakashi's shoulder at the book, a small grin on his mouth::. Interesting…..
INNOCENT SAKURA: Well, it seems im being ignored….::sighs:: Oh well, enjoy…
Chapter 3: What must be done
The eternal darkness of the eclipse crept upon the abandoned watchtower that now served as an Akatsuki hide out. Silence erupted across the landscape. No birds flew or sung; there was no rustle of tree leaves in the wind, not even the occasional howl of a wolf, just, nothing. Everything was in a silence of death. Nothing dare move.
The door swung shut as she exited her make shift bedroom. It was more like a closet with a window. As she stepped out, a black abyss met her. In front, was a long slender spiral staircase, plummeting five floors below her. "It's time," she muttered under her breath. Her eyes, closed before, now gleamed silver in the darkness, as if to pierce it like a sharp blade. Remote outlines of the stone cracked steps were visible, though it made little difference. 'I'm not an Akatsuki for nothing.' She thought. ' Though, I'm not technically an Akatsuki…yet.' A grin planted itself on her lips. 'That will have to change …' she pondered as she began to descend the winding staircase.
'Why are they letting me be here? It's not very often when another joins. Sure, I'm strong, but not as strong as the others. Was I spared…Do they see potential in me? Or am I a mere tool to be played with…' Her face was strained at the thought.' I will not be reduced to that…I'll show the-' Her thoughts were cut short as she stepped onto the landing of the second floor. In the shadows, a figure was seen leaning against the crumbling stonewall. She glanced over briefly, though couldn't make out his form. Red eyes pierced the darkness surrounding them. "hmf.." she mumbled, and proceeded back down the staircase paying no attention to the strange figure. Though a part of her mind pulled her to him. He…seems familiar.
Ending up at the bottom of the staircase, she found herself in a large room, shadows creeping in from the corners. Just by looking around, one could tell the makeshift watch point had been abandoned long ago. At the other end of the room, was a slightly raised platform upon which a old wooden table appeared. Nothing extravagant was laid on it, a few candles for light, and a half empty bottle. Her eyes shifted at the new light that emitted from the room.
Her silver orbs scanned the room. Seven other figures in cloaks were scattered about, there imaes fading slightly at times. mere projections of themselves. Many leaned against the walls, or simply stood looking aggravated. Namouri had gained little to no attention as she entered. Probably for the best.. When out of the shadows, a firm hand grabbed her arm and pulled her across the room to a door on the other side, slamming her into the wall. Her face didn't flinch at the pain in her back, only stared at the figure in front of her ready for a fight. Though she was surprised to find that it was the leader, his stare borrowing a hole straight through her.
His face was hardly visible in the darkness, though a hood concealed it well. " Why are you down here already…if they see you..." his harsh voice sounded impatient and annoyed. His fingers digging into her shoulders at his rage.
She shot him a glare, keeping her eyes locked on his. "I'm doing as Kisame instructed me. That is all..." she wouldn't dignify him with a proper response, even if it was The leader.
"That fool! You honestly believe his intentions are for your own good? That bastard might as well try to kill you…." His gaze left her to those in the large chamber.
" And I suppose your intentions are for my benefit." Her voice had little emotion mixed with it, her eyes lifeless, pure silver orbs.
His stare returned to her, glaring straight through her. He seemed about to say something, but stopped himself. " If they had noticed you you would have been dead before you hit the ground." His hand motioned to the missing-nins in the room before them.
"You doubt my abilities, though you've never truly seen them before." She spat out. "Yet I am to become an Akatsuki, interesting." A small grin escaped her mouth as, in a single motion, she removed his grasp from her shoulders. She began to make her way to the meeting room, but he stopped her again.
"It's better me then them," The leader hissed, not amused by her response.
"Is it? by the looks of it, there are really only two other members here. " she simply questioned. A hint of amusement in her voice." not much of a threat now is it."
"so be it, …I will no longer try to protect you from them." He turned his back to her before he made his exist.
"I need no protection, nor want it."
He made no response, tilting his head towards the ground. "You will stay here until I call upon you…do you understand? His voice was more demanding then inquisitive. " And make sure to conceal your chakra …better. I would have been able to sense you from a mile away." With that he disappeared in the shadows to commence the meeting.
Having no reason to defy his orders, she leaned against the side of the dirt-clad wall at the back of the room. Out of the corner of her eyes, she spotted the same dark figure as before. Same blood red eyes, same casual demeanor. Almost like…kaka- She cut herself off before she could finish. 'What the hell am I thinking? I must block him from my mind…stay away from who ever this is, and remain focused.' She slapped her self mentally, though her facial expression showed nothing of it. She simply awaited the meeting to begin.
Kakashi spent little time wondering what was happening. Immediately he ran to his bedroom, leaving a small trail of blood but paid little attention to it.' I must meet with the fifth right away.' The copy ninja quickly gathered some cloths, putting on a pair of loose black shorts and tight black shirt. It took no time at all, and before he knew it he was dashing out his balcony window into the darkness. Leaping from rooftop to rooftop an uneasy silence surrounded him, gripping at his chest. A deep void inside of him reawakened as the abyss danced at his feet as he swiftly made his way to Tsunade's office.
'This feeling…it's like my very being is being crushed by some unknown force.' Her office was now in sight as his pace quickened. Nothing could get him there fast enough, just wanting this odd darkness to leave him along with this sinking feeling.' Could this be, in any way, related to my dream?' The thought flashed across his mind before it could be stopped. 'Am I crazy…it was just some recurring nightmare? But.' He paused, his face etched with concern. Some thing wasn't right about it..
Before the copy ninja realized, he was in front of Tsunade's office. His chest heaved trying to catch his breath and his in takes of air were short and shallow. With little hesitation, he disappearedin a whisp of smoke.
"…"
INNOCENT SAKURA: There's another chapter for you. It's a little short, but there will be another part….
ITACHI: At least I was in it, not that I care.:: Looks away at the wall.::
KAKASHI::looks up from his book.:: What's all this about?
NAMOURI: He's just glad he's in the story now, though doesn't want to admit it.:: Fingers a kunai in her hands.::
INNOCENT SAKURA: well if you had said something before itachi-kun, I would have done something about it.
KAKASHI: Itachi-kun::Glares at itachi.::
ITACHI: hmf…what ever…::continues starring at the wall.::
KAKASHI: …he's still not the main character like I am.:: Shrugs and places his arm behind his head.::
NAMOURI: your not the main character either.
KAKASHI: your just worried I'll take all the spot light, that's all.:: Resumes reading icha icha paradise.::
NAMOURI:: takes out another kunai.::
INNOCENT SAKURA: right….i think I just missed something here…oh well. Please
R & R…thankx.