To my many reviewers: I appreciate all reviews I receive, flame or not because it allows me to become a better writer. Besides, what kind of writer would I be if I didn't allow for criticism? Also, sorry but this little review shout out section might be a little longer, I just wanted to answer some reviews a little more in depth,
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Yuuki-Hime 2097- Thank you for the long review! And yes, I believe it's important that they understand that she is not just a teenager, she is also a killer. Don't worry; some of her habits will have the other avengers cringing. ;D pop tarts for the win!
To my anonymous reviewers: Again I love it so much when you all review my work. And to answer some questions, Sakura will get on almost everyone's good side eventually, but I really want her and widow to have some serious conflict, and yes, with Sakura around Coulsen will live in this version! I hated it when they killed him off in the movie. PEDO BEAR Tony! Oh how I love Mr. Pedo-bear, yay! Better than holy cheese balls! And yes, in the last chapter Sakura did indeed trash the sleazy blonde bitch. I wanted the guys to see some of her…ahem….anger issues. And guys don't worry about any rude reviews :p ( they weren't especially rude any ways, and I can take the criticism, but thank you so much for sticking up for my work!
To the guest that wrote, "After sherlocking around your profile, I have come to the conclusion you do spuratic updates then leave it after establishing a story leaving the reader craving more and greatly disliking you. I request you do not do that with this story and continue to update". Thank you for the review, and for looking at my profile, I have only six stories that I have worked on.
My explanation for each:
David – This was meant to be a one shot. I simply wanted portray David's feelings as being a robot. I also wanted to explore what it meant to be alive, and human. (Prometheus fic)
Taming the Inner Beast. – I had been unable to find any hulk "smut" in which he was in his hulk form. Since the hulk is a beast that runs on emotion such as rage and possibly lust in the right situation. I added the O.C. Lucy because I needed a character that would be able to withstand the endeavor of being with the Hulk. I only received two reviews (one of which was from my boyfriend). I would like to continue this but for now it has been placed on the back burner for my more highly supported stories. (Avengers fic)
Ways to piss off Avengers Thor. - Also meant to be a one-shot, I planned on doing separate stories for each the avenger. I am aware I have a very dry sense of humor. I received no feedback for this story and would sincerely appreciate some before continuing on. (Avengers fic)
And the Cradle will fall- Also meant to be a one-shot. This was going through the events of Elizabeth Shaw's Cesarean aboard the Prometheus ship.
Hers alone. – I really want to continue this fic, I just haven't had much time. I have been investing most of my time in my Avengers story. The reason the updates are so varied is because when I started writing this story it was still during the school year, and therefore had to work around my school work schedule.
Demon– This is by far my most reviewed story. I have been updating and will continue to do so. I love this story and I am very happy with the large amount of feedback I have received. Thank you. ^_^
Also, if you are a disgruntled reader of mine, I am truly sorry for bothering you in any way, there just isn't enough time in the day to write as much as I would like., so I hope this settles any misunderstandings regarding my writing.
To the reviewer who wrote:" I don't mean for this to be a flame, but this is probably the harshest review you'll get.
Okay, seriously? "Be a civilian wife and raise children"? Kakashi would know by now that Sakura is one of the strongest and most talented kunoichi/medic. He wouldn't just throw away one of his best students and came of as sexist, which he is not. Plus the reason she went on a rampage is rather unrealistic. It would make more sense if, say, she met Sasuke and he pissed her off and she "changed" and ended up hurting Naruto and the others on accident, and got sent away as punishment or something.
And second, the grammar. There are many places where things that should be capitalized aren't, and things that shouldn't be capitalized are. I suggest you get a beta for your stories. /rant
All in all, I like where you are going with this story, and I mean no harm with this review. Please take my criticism and let it help you make your story better."
First, let me thank you for reviewing and I appreciate the criticism, in this story in particular I made Konoha a separate dimension from the forties. I wanted to also use some of the neglect Sakura received from her male companions. I didn't want Kakashi to seem blatantly sexist, and I do hate it when things in stories like this are unrealistic. Both Naruto and Kakashi's response were meant to show that they care for her, but greatly under estimate her capacity to succeed. I will be elaborating on this portion much later on. In truth, I do realize I could revise and make that section better. In this story in particular it was my first chapter and I was just testing the water before continuing on with it. I agree I make a lot of grammatical errors and I am working to fix this problem. Up until this chapter, my computer only had a note pad feature that did not have spell check. I am now using different software and am using a good friend of mine as a beta reader.
I would really appreciate if you read this chapter and gave some more feedback. Thank you.
XOX
Black boots clicked on smooth concrete as a pink entity rounded the hall and headed straight down the cold corridor. This way was a clear shot to the God's holding cell. The fluorescent lights buzzed above her head as she quickened her pace and short strides in order to reach her destination in a more punctual manner.
She placed her card straight down into a small slot that granted her entrance into the next set of halls. The rosette took a straight shot to the elevator. From the elevator it was a linear path into the heart of the ship and to Loki's cell.
She had to admit, even as a ninja it was difficult to remain silent while walking down the concrete tunnel. She tried to blame the flooring. In Konoha the floors in most buildings were bamboo, not concrete, her day was coming to a close and she greatly missed her Konoha team mates. Staring down at her reflection in the polished floor she realized how very tired she actually looked. Her own reflection reminded of her of how different she had become since her days as a genin. She had kept long hair because of a rumor over a boy. Men were completely different beasts all together. Men where she came from didn't care if she was a capable ninja or a nice person. All they cared about was if she had a "bitchin rack" as many of her vulgar (often drunk) ninja cohorts called it.
She looked at her hands that she had so awkwardly clasped together. Underneath the tough black material her hands and skin were pale and marred with scars brought about from years and years of excruciating training with Lady Tsunade. She could still remember how scared she had been to ask to become her apprentice. She had honestly expected the woman to say no, but she hoped, hell, she prayed that Tsunade would train her to become the best. She had trained for years to gain the abilities she had. She had punched rocks until her hands bled and dripped with blood and ripped with bone. She had trained for days at a time until she collapsed. Sakura Haruno was a ninja, and a damn good one at that.
It was reflecting on her own abilities that allowed her confidence to reach her destination. She would not be afraid of Loki. She had fought armies of killer poison puppets, fought against her dimensions most notorious criminals and could heal almost anything. She was here because she was one of the best and because the director trusted her to heal and protect the wellbeing of the earth's most talented individuals.
She looked up from her hands that she had still been staring at. She was here, and in a matter of minutes she would be meeting the entity that called itself Loki.
Sakura slid her small card into a slot on the side of the large door. She heard the sigh of hydraulic release and the door pressed upon itself with a groan before sliding open.
Well that was dramatic.
The room she entered was rather large. The floor was grated metal plates that allowed for view of numerous pipes bellow. Multiple agents swarmed through the room, each lost in their own small world, simply attempting to get their work done.
She looked up from the floor and saw a set of steps leading down into the main area where security cameras were held. She noticed a tall figure in front of the screen. She assumed that this was Director Fury.
Agent Coulsen had been the first to notice her presence as she silently treaded towards them.
"Agent Haruno" Her nodded at her,
She knew in a place like this, formality was required. He could call her Sakura another time.
"Agent Coulsen. " She nodded back in response before turning her head to the director now looking at her.
"Director Sir" He looked down at her, clearly carefully choosing his words.
"Agent Haruno, Come this way. "
There was no question in his statement. It was only an order.
He turned on his heal, expecting her to follow.
She obliged.
She had severely under estimated the size of the Heli-carrier. They turned down a Hallway and slid their cards against a crease in the wall that gave them access to deep tunnel systems in the carrier. They descended downwards until reaching a door. They stood in front of the impending metal structure before Fury again turned to Sakura.
"Agent Haruno, You were called here because the prisoner is displaying symptoms and needs to be tested for medical research and observation. –Also, a word of warning Agent Haruno, Loki is a master at manipulating people, do not take anything he says to a personal level."
With that he brushed back his own trench coat and pulled out a new and completely different set of keys, and pressing them into the door,
The doors opened and a large glass and metal cage was suspended in the middle of the room,
"Haruno, begin your duties. "
Sakura looked forward at the Director. He had never even once turned around to speak to her.
She looked down at the cage from the stairs, and into the eyes of the God of Mischief
Bright green eyes met in a battle of dominance. Her eyes were like fire compared to his. Her eyes where bright and green. They were full of the fire of youth and untapped power. His were not. His eyes were a pale green that radiated a regal strength in a cool and terrifying fashion.
Sakura Haruno had seen eyes that were controlled by darkness before. His eyes showed little difference.
She was the first to break eye-contact, looking his outfit all the way down. It appeared to be multiple layers of leather and metal.
He was very pale looking almost sickly and his long black hair slicked down and feathered outwards similar to a birds tail feathers.
His hair looked like a mass of glossy ravens that only added to his sinister look. She looked down and moved towards the cage before turning her side to the front of the glass. He said nothing as he watched her through his heightened vision. Guards stood on either side as she entered the giant container.
The glass closed behind her and a second door to the inner chamber allowed her entrance. When she entered the inner walls Coulsen and Fury left her to work, as did the guards.
He shifted slightly to acknowledge her presence
She was standing in front of a god. Alone
"I am Sakura Haruno. I have been sent here to do a full medical evaluation. "
He turned around and looked her over incredulously.
Of all the impish mortal quims they could send to him. They sent a pink haired youth? Perhaps He could use their stupidity to his advantage.
"I am Loki, God of mischief. "
Wow, He actually said something. She had not been expecting that. He strode over to her in a few simple steps. He was very slim and tall individual, He appeared to be much taller than the Tony or Steve. He was equally matched with Thor.
"They didn't tell me they were sending such a small wench" He was clearly trying to anger her,
Are you fucking serious. Come on. She had already dealt with this shit twice today.
His mannerisms reminded her much of the snake bastard that tore apart her team.
She cocked her head to the side and let pink bangs fall across her face and smiled.
"You know, you remind of someone I used to know. "
He had expected her to get angry, at least do something, instead of just changing the subject.
His face remained hard as his eyes sparkled with deep routed amusement and curiosity.
"And you might this person be hmmm?"
She looked back at him before smiling an even wider cat-like grin,
"His name was Orochimaru"
He looked back at her, and in a way, measured her up,
"Is he powerful?"
So he was that kind of person. Damn power hungry bastards. She would show him.
"Indeed he was. He was killed"
There words became a parrying of questions and answers as she scanned him with her chakra as they spoke,
He did not notice and she didn't tell him.
"What was this Orochimaru like?"
Now it was time for revenge for the "Small wench" comment
"He was a snake bastard who preyed on the weak. He manipulated anyone and everyone and went after the bodies of twelve year old boys. "
For a moment the look on his face of being called a pedophile flashed across his delicate elongated features. He only chuckled at her before running his hand through his slicked- back hair,
"So I am a "snake bastard" as you put it?" He continued to test her ability to with stand his prodding.
She turned on her heal still smiling like a mad-man.
"Only you can answer that. "
She leaned over to him close to his ear.
"But judging from this situation you appear to be a snake, crawling on your belly, waiting in your burrow "
He gave a slightly shift of his eyebrows showing a trace of confusion while never losing his air of amusement,
She didn't wait for him to respond before putting her hand behind her neck and leaning against the wall in a calm collected fashion before continuing her statement.
"You came here willingly and clearly you are planning something. Odds are you are just gathering information right? That is how you work, "
She looked at her covered hand before looking back up meeting with his eyes again.
Her tone was solemn and serious even as she smiled a genuine smile.
"Aren't you a medic? You shouldn't be interrogation the "enemy"
She noticed the unhidden lace of sarcasm that dripped from his voice.
She ignored his comment and continued her analysis and observation.
"Clearly you are smart. You work from the shadows to observe the idiocy and hypocrisy of diplomacy, knowing full well of the unfairness of absolute monarchies. Each king has his reign, and when he steps down the life of all the people he controls is in the hands of his successor. It seems like an awfully dangerous game of chance with genetics to play.
What good is a king who can't protect his people?"
Loki was clearly impressed with the woman in front of him. She could read people well and understood his purpose. He nodded in agreement.
"What good are people without a king? The common mass is vulgar and uneducated. They will only kill themselves. They need a leader. "
She looked upward at his face as her eyes held unkempt emotion and her hair fell in layers that she pushed to the side.
"True people do need a leader. But a leader is someone who looks out for the good of the people, and will protect them. You are clearly arrogant towards the people. "
She looked pointedly at him. Before standing up and dusting off her coat.
"People need a strong leader - Not a selfish god and has-been king.
She turned and felt him glare at her back as she pushed buttons into the key pad.
He opened his mouth to rebuttal before she rudely cut him off.
"This medical checkup is over, and other than an elevated temperature you are completely healthy, although, I will come back tomorrow to heal that bruise on the left side of your chest.
How had she known of that? He had received that heavy beating from Captain America before being brought into the "Heli-carrier" as SHIELD called it. He sustained a rather nasty bruise just below the collar bone, but no one in the entire agency had seen it or heard of it. Perhaps he had under estimated her.
The glass door slid open before she gripped her black collar, and turned to face him before leaving sensing his frustrations with her knowledge of him. She smiled a wicked grin.
"I sense everything. "
It did little to qualm his inner quarrels ash she spun on her heal and silently walked away, Ready to give her verbal report to Director Fury.
XOX
It had been an hour since the girl had left, and Loki was still heavily puzzled by the "Pink Wench "as he had so cordially labeled her.
She was very different than the other mortals of this realm and her observation skills were clearly very high and she knew how to get under peoples' skin as easily as she did.
She could become a powerful ally.
Tonight he would project himself to her in a dream, and see what kind of person she really was, and answering the question wringing so heavily in the ears of the many colorful people she had met on her first day.
Just who is Sakura Haruno?
XOX
Alrighty guys, first, let me apologize for taking so long. We have been in the process of moving and it has really taken its toll, hopefully I will be updating more regularly now.
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