hi everyone! I'm so sorry for not updating sooner, but my grandma is staying at my house until she recovers from pneumonia and it's been pretty hectic around here. So don't think that I'm just gonna abandon this fic! No way! In other news, I got so many reviews! ;; thank you so much everyone! I feel so appreciated! It's going to take up a lot of space in this chapter, but I'm going to reply to each and every one of you that reviewed my story, just to show you how much I appreciate all of you taking the time to make my day with your comments!

xx-Tsumi-Chan-xx: I don't want any of them to die either, and everytime I plan who I'm going to kill, I feel guilty. But hey. This fic is a challenge that way and I like that. And don't worry about the other jounin senseis...they'll be appearing soon. Thanks for reviewing again and I'm glad you like the story!

FireDragonBL: you would flame my ass off::gasp: Well, it's a good thing he didn't kill her...I can't guarantee that Neji won't kill Tenten in the future though...heehee. Are you gonna flame me if I kill them off later on? Please don't! I hate flames! And thank you so much for reviewing!

Ponko: LEE::sobs: He's one of my favorites! But you're absolutely right. The chances of him surviving are quite slim. I'm so happy that you'll continue to read my story even if your favorite characters are killed! Thank you for saying that and for taking the time to review! I hope you like this chapter!

kawaiineziumi: well, technically, I've already killed off 3 people, so you already know who I killed first. But I suppose you mean who I'm gonna kill first in the game, right? Well, in that case, there's no need to ask that anymore! This chapter has the first official death by a student's hands in the story. I hope you enjoy and I hope the killer is not who you expect!

Jaydyn: Yeah, when I was first planning out what was going to happen, I thought about doing the whole "couples come together and defeat the bad guy" thing. But then I decided that would really suck. And then my story wouldn't have as much tragedy in it if all the couples were to survive. And I really want this story to be just as sad and tragic as the book was. And that book...man. Some parts made me cry, I mean, it was so sad and- :clears throat: anyway, just know that the couples will not all band together. And I hope you like this chapter!

Son of Darkness: as usual, your review brought a HUGE smile to my face. Yeah, I tried not to rush things too much because none of my stories come out very well if I do that and I really wanted this to come out great. And thank you for complimenting my writing skills. And yeah...the Sand ninjas and the Sound 4 are definitely gonna be tough ninajs to beat...and yes, alliances will be made but maybe not with who you think...Thanks again for reviewing! I hope you review again!

fallenangel: I don't know...like I said to other reviewers.. I can't guarantee that I won't kill them off. Yes, I know Sasuke is one of the main characters, but that doesn't mean I won't end up killing him anyway. I want to keep all my readers guessing as to who will die and who will live. Please don't be mad if they die! And thanks for reviewing!

TimeShifter: yeah, that's a question that one of my friends asked when he read this story. The answer is no. I mean, wouldn't that be really boring and unfair if students like Naruto and Gaara can just use their own techniques to take off the collars? I'm sorry, but everyone's collar stays on. I'll probably explain more about the collars in future chapters just so there's no more confusion about that. Thanks for reviewing and I hope you continue to review! I also hope you don't get bored with this story!

Oodles: Yeah, that would be cool, wouldn't it? I was actually thinking of doing that...but I havent decided yet. It would be really angsty and I love angst! I'l keep your suggestion in mind, though. Thanks for taking the time out to review! I really really appreciate it! Enjoy this new chapter!

Punk sasuke: cool name! And I will definitely keep going! And I'm glad you love this story! I hope you continue to love it! Thanks for the review!

Xoni Newcomer: Hmmm...Neji and Sakura as the only survivors? I dunno about that...Good guess though. Keep reading and you'll find out (eventually) who survives! And btw..I like your username! It's really interesting! Thanks for reviewing! I hope you like this chapter!

angelgurl079: LOL! Yes, making you wait at the edge of your seat was my intention all along! MUAHAHAHAAHAHA! Well, I hope that at least some of the suspense disipates with this new chapter! Enjoy! And thanks for reviewing!

Asuka: WOOHOO! I updated again! Read, enjoy and then review! And yeah...when I saw your review was for chapter one I was like 0o but then I figured you meant chapter 3 lol. Thanks for reviewing!

LazyIam: LOL! your name reminds me of Shikamaru! Wow! I didn't think I could get anyone hooked on my story from just the summary! And yeah, the idea of the whole Battle Royale thing is pretty terrifying. I always wonder what would I do if I was in their shoes, you know? It's a scary thought. But anyways, thanks for reviewing and I hope you actually read my story! If you did, and you like it, I hope you continue to review!

FireDragonBL: I'm glad you felt like reviewing again coz I felt like getting reviews again! heehee! Are you sure Neji and Tenten wouldn't kill each other? I dunno...I'm a little torn between that...on one hand, I think they would, but on another hand, I don't think they would. We'll just have to wait and see. And Lee? Well, Lee would kill if someone important to him was in danger...like Sakura, perhaps? In any case, I'm not giving away anything! You gotta read to find out! Thanks for reviewing!

phew... :wipes sweat off brow: I'm finally done with all the reviews! On to the story!

Ch. 4

They walked in silence for about an hour, both of them on the lookout for an potential enemies. Neji spotted a clearing, hidden by bushes, and led Tenten into it. "We should stop here for a moment."

"Why?" It was surprising that Neji wanted to stop. He had so much stamina. Surely he didn't need a rest?

"Because you should rest."

"I'm fine." she replied, ready to keep going. "Besides, a clearing isn't exactly the best hiding spot, is it?" She looked at Neji, his back to her. He tilted his head slightly to the right and to her utter shock, Neji's cheeks were slightly red. "Neji...are you embarrassed about something?"

"No." he said, just a little too forcefully.

"Why did you really want to come here?"

"I need to take care of something."

"Of what?" Tenten was seriously mystified at the Hyuuga's behavior. He never acted like this.

"I need to relieve myself."

"Huh?"

"Must I spell everything out?" he asked, annoyed.

"I don't- Oh! I see. Well why didn't you just say you had to go to the bathroom?"

"I don't have to explain anything to you. Just wait here. I'll be right back." If his footsteps weren't so quiet, one could say he stomped into the trees. With a shrug, Tenten sat in the center of the clearing, looking up at the sky. She was lucky. Of all people to have at her side she had Neji. That meant she would stay alive till the very end. Or until Neji decided she was expendable and killed her. Which would make him the winner. She was sure no one could kill him. He was too much of a genius.

A sound to her left brought Tenten back to earth. She looked around and her eyes settled on Abumi Zaku. A sadistically grinning Abumi Zaku. "Zaku! What are you doing here?"

"Looking for a safe place to hide. You?"

"Waiting for Neji to finish peeing." he laughed.

"Sure. I bet Hyuuga's going to stick around with a weak, pathetic loser like you. You're all alone here and you know it." The weapon's specialist narrowed her eyes. How dare that son of a bitch call me weak and pathetic? She quickly got to her feet, ready for a fight.

"Well? If you're planning to kill me then do it already, coward." he snarled at her and held his arms out, preparing to attack.

"Zankuuha!" What seemed to be a gust of air shot out of his palms heading straight for her. Tenten knew this would be tough without her scrolls, but she was confident. She leaped out of the way seconds before what were actually sound waves, hit her. She took the fork out of her pocket and held it up, pretending it was her only weapon to force him to underestimate her. Not that he didn't already, but underestimating her even more couldn't hurt. Just as she predicted, he smirked.

"A fork? Is that all you have to fight with?"

"If they had given me a toothpick it still would have been enough for me to beat you!" she yelled. Using the surrounding trees to her advantage, she quickly jumped into the branches and leaped through the trees until she was situated behind him. She could see him looking around for her.

"Running away? Now who's the coward?" Tenten smirked. He had no clue where she was. Making a point to be a s quiet as possible, she jumped out of the trees and silently approached his back. She reached behind her for the kodachi and...

Stopped. What are you doing? This is Abumi Zaku, a classmate! How could you think about killing a classmate? Even if he's trying to kill you, it's just wrong! How could I- Her thoughts were cut off by a burst of sound waves hitting her square in the stomach. She flew backwards and landed on her back in the grass.

"Did you really think I didn't know where you were?" I was just waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike." he grinned at her as he walked closer. Tenten lifted her upper body into a sitting position, her abdomen in serious pain after that attack. Zaku stopped just inches away from her. "I always knew you were an idiot. Oh well. Now you can die." He held his palms out and it was then that something clicked inside Tenten's mind. No. I won't be killed here! Not by him, not by anyone! All rational thoughts left her mind, replaced only with one word. Survive. In one fluid motion, she unsheathed her kodachi and lashed out, not even conscious of the blood splashing onto her face and clothes. She wasn't conscious of Zaku's screams as he realized she had chopped off both his hands. Her right leg flew up, hitting her enemy in the chin, sending him hurtling through the air. Tenten immediately got up and began hitting him with a series of kicks and punches that she learned from Lee. Left roundhouse kick, right cross, jump kick, left hook, knee to the groin, elbow to the stomach, backflip kick. She gathered all her strength and with a yell of fury, she used her right fist to punch him harder than she had ever punched anyone in her life. He slammed against a tree and lay still. Calmly, Tenten picked up the kodachi from the ground where she had dropped it and walked up to Zaku. He couldn't even move after all her high powered attacks. She stared at him, her normally warm brown eyes now cold. She held up the kodachi and thrust it down, piercing his heart. Zaku grunted in pain as she twisted the blade mercilessly and ripped it out. It was then, that the enemy was eliminated, that Tenten's mind cleared and she was herself again. She could only stare in horror at Zaku's dead body, Zaku, the classmate she had killed. (Student # 1- Abumi Zaku...DEAD) With a choked sob, she fell to her knees, the bloody kodachi falling out of her hands.

That was how Neji found her when he finally came back. Her whole body was shaking with barely held back sobs. He took in the whole scene, instantly able to surmise what happened. "Tenten." she didn't even look up. "Are you hurt?" She shook her head. Neji sighed slightly and walked over to her, pulling her to her feet. Tears streamed down her face.

"I killed him. He attacked me and I killed him. A classmate, I killed a classmate."

"Tenten, listen to me. You did what you had to in order to survive. That's the only thing you can do in this situation. You did nothing wrong. He attacked you first, correct?" She nodded. "He attacked you with the intent to kill. You were only defending yourself. Now get a hold of yourself. We have to go and find Lee. Don't think about students that are dead. Think about the students still living."

"H-hai." She took a deep breath and wiped her tears with the back of her hand. Neji was right, as usual. They didn't have time to mourn the dead when there were friends that were still alive.

So...what did you think? Zaku's dead! And Tenten killed him! How many of you expected her to kill someone? Answer that question honestly in your next review please! I want to get twice as many reviews for this chapter as I did for the last one!