The
Sannin Cells
Summary: What if the Sannin never split up? What if
Orochimaru never turned bad? What if each of them took up a cell of
children? What if one Sannin fell for one of their
students…?
Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto.
Chapter 5: Light
Demons and Dark Angels
A/N: This is set 6 years in the future so
you guys don't get confused. I know, it seems early for a time
skip, but I needed it. You will see why very soon.
A weary sigh escaped her lips as she gazed at the horizon from the top of a tree. Her sensei was due to arrive back from a week-long mission today. As per usual, she waited in the top of a tree. He would normally appear after giving his report and they would talk. Of course, there were a few times that he wouldn't do so and would just go home. It was nearly sunset, and she looked around. It appeared as though he wasn't coming. Just as she was about to leave, a puff of smoke made itself known before a small explosion. She looked to her side, having just formed a hand sign, and saw the smirking form of her sensei.
"Oki-Chan," he said smoothly as he took his normal seat on the branch. He looked at her as she crouched, and then was sitting in one small movement that shook the branch. "Oro-Sensei," Oki replied. She didn't smile and immediately Orochimaru was staring at her with his snake-like eyes. "Is something the matter?" He questioned in a low hiss. He never did like comforting her, but if he complained she may gain a lack of trust. His eyes probed her as she nodded.
"My father and step-mother have kicked me out of the house. The Konohe clan won't take me in, nor will the Otonashi family." Oki's silver gaze connected with Orochimaru. She didn't tell him about the wounds she had received when she was kicked out and the fact that the long gashes along her back had become infected. No, he didn't need to know.
Orochimaru gazed at her before smirking. "So you're homeless?"
"Hai."
"How long?"
"So far? Six days."
"Oh, the day after I left?" Orochimaru questioned, feeling a slight amount of pity for his finest tool. It didn't stay, however, as he knew he couldn't let her stay with him. No, if he did, she may see stuff that she shouldn't…And she may be too tempting there. He had wanted her power, yes, but he had also wanted to tame her wild spirit. She would cave to…Almost anything, he knew. But, of course, she still had a darker side that he had seen a few times.
Sighing, Oki looked out towards the sunset, where the horizon was red and orange. She muttered to herself in an enraged tone, and Orochimaru sort of canted his head, long hair falling into his face. "What was that?" He asked. Oki smirked, having gotten the habit from her sensei. "'There's a hole in the world like a great black pit and it's filled with people who are filled with shit and the vermin of the world inhabit it and it goes by the name of Konoha.'"
Orochimaru just smirked at her. "Hm. I see. Nice rhyme," he said in reply. Oki nodded and then got up again and bowed, Orochimaru following suit. "Good night," Oki said to him and he nodded before making a hand sign and disappearing in smoke. Oki sat back, letting out her breath in a hiss as she slid down on the trunk so that she could sit down. She was in pain, but wouldn't admit it for her pride would get a giant blow if she asked for help. She figured that she'd heal sooner or later. The black of her shirt was drenched with blood, not that it was noticeable. She closed her eyes to rest for the night, hoping for a dreamless sleep.
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"Where is she?!" Orochimaru hissed to himself, pacing in front of his two other students. Kakasha and Razi shared a glance. Razi was the first to speak. "Sensei, relax, she'll—"
"I know! Just shut up! I don't like waiting!" Orochimaru growled out at them, an uncharacteristic worry giving him an animal harshness as he continued to pace. There was suddenly a large billow of smoke and the three looked to find Oki there. She didn't seem to know she was late. "Allo," she greeted, voice quiet. She didn't trust herself to keep an even voice and Orochimaru sighed. They commenced the day's training.
As per usual, one of the girls—today it was Razi—offered to pay for dinner. Kakasha took her up on the offer, but Orochimaru and Oki both declined. Normally only Orochimaru would decline, so all three looked to Oki when she began leaving. Orochimaru moved to follow without being noticed and Kakasha and Razi exchanged a glance, shrugged, and headed to Ichiraku Ramen.
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More on Oki's family in the next chappie. This one was short, I know, but I lost inspiration. I'll see you all later!
!-Derenti-!