Bitten Chapter 1
Stealthily a warrior sprinted through the dimly lit forest with a few wolves. Night was approaching quickly as an attack was about to commence. In a patch of dense brush the warrior halted grabbing an arrow from its container. The warrior gave a low growl causing the wolves to leave her position. She waited quietly bringing the arrow to her bow arching it backwards slowly. There are four of them…all of them Shinobi, the warrior thought aiming at the tallest person. She didn't like how close they were to her position and what could they be doing so far from their village. Releasing the arrow the warrior left her position knowingly allowing the brush to rustle. The tallest is a Jonin…perfect, the warrior thought. She took out a tiny whistle blowing a sweet and seemingly silent melody. The wolves that were lying low and waiting honed into the sound before getting into an attack stance.
The Shinobi scattered at the order of the tallest. Taking out another arrow the warrior aimed it at a tree. Listening to the vibrations of the leaves and bushes she corrected her aim and released the arrow into a bush, exposing one of the smaller Shibobi, a girl. Moving from her position the warrior sent out another beautiful melody to her wolves. Coming out of the brush a wolf knocked over the girl as two others dragged her to a tree. The girl was too stunned to even move as the warrior took aim at her. Letting out a sharp whistle the wolves retreated as the warrior drew back her bow and released the arrow. As the arrow flew through the air the tallest Shinobi blocked it with a kunai. Finally stepping out of the shadows the warrior was able to get a good look at the Shinobi.
In the bright moonlight the four Shinobi were finally able to see their mysterious attacker. A mask obstructed the face as the warrior drew back another arrow. A female…this is an interesting…the tallest thought looking over the warrior's sleek body. She's using a very old method of hiding her scent, the tallest thought over watching her bow like a hawk. She was garnished in dirt and leaves to hide her scent. She was adorned in a few different furs and the warrior had an anklet made out of animal teeth. Her following hair was as white as her battle dress. There's only three here…typical strategy…the warrior thought hearing the quiet snap of a branch behind her. Gracefully she moved out of the way of the smaller headstrong Shinobi…a blonde haired boy. He let out of a grunt not expecting the warrior to move. It wasn't pulled off well…the warrior thought before catching a glimpse of a kunai from the corner of her eye. It was held by the other smaller shinobi, another male this one with black hair. She was shocked to see how close the child had come to her. Grabbing the wrist of the boy she struggled to keep the incoming kunai away from her body. Glancing at the boys back she saw a familiar fan.
"Uchiha," the warrior muttered surprising the boy. With this sudden distraction the warrior kicked the boy into a tree. Hitting the tree he heard three impacts of arrows against the wood. He soon noticed that she had pinned him against the tree. The warrior whistled and soon enough a black wolf returned with a staff. Exchanging her weapons the warrior was ready for the incoming hand-to-hand combat. Jumping to the ground the warrior attacked the female. She seemed slightly caught off guard but she was soon engaged in the attack. She's not very strong…luring her into my trap will be easy, the warrior thought hearing a loud howl. That was her cue. Using her staff the warrior threw the girl into a nearby brush area. The girl let out a yelp as the warrior approached with the point of her staff glowing in the moonlight. On her hands and knees the girl retreated out of the bush and into another clearing. Immediately the girl jumped to her feet only to discover that the warrior had disappeared again. The girl could hear her heart in her head as she searched for the warrior. Where could the warrior go so quickly and undetected?
The warrior retreated to the main battle satisfied with hearing a scream from the girl. She had snapped the trap successful, yet the warrior had more to worry about. Where's the Jonin…the warrior thought. Hearing a battle cry, the blonde boy came tumbling out of the sky. The warrior jumped away but into the unexpected clutches of the Jonin. He grabbed hold of the staff pulling it underneath her mask and into her neck. The warrior gasped for air trying to force the man off of her. She's stronger than I thought she was…the Jonin thought as their struggle began to go in her favor. So she wouldn't get the complete upper hand the Jonin released her from his hold. Damn they're going to get me if this continues, the warrior thought leaving her back completely exposed. The Uchiha child took this opportunity to attack.
Seeing the boy making several hand seals before sucking in air, a black wolf stood up weary of his next attack. The wolf jumped out of the brush running towards his master. He had seen this jutsu before, and with the master distracted by the Jonin and the little blonde he knew that she wouldn't have noticed the Uchiha child. Feeling the heat the warrior turned around to see the ensuing fireball approaching her. She couldn't believe she allowed herself to be so caught off guard. The wolf snorted softly seeing his master frozen in fear as he kicked her out of the way.
"STOP STOP!" a short round man called out running out of the bushes. "Do forgive her, she's what we've been using for security. Kyoko, say hello." The man rushed over to the woman's side before helping her up. The warrior said nothing as the round man ran up to the Jonin. "Kakashi isn't it? Kyoko here is one of the performers. She has had some combat training but we thought it would be better if we had the professionals take over. This young lady here has been neglecting her duty as a performer," the man replied shaking the Jonin's hand.
"So you're telling me that this chick is a performer?" the blonde boy blurted. He had just freed the girl from the trap that the warrior named Kyoko out of the way. She was busily attending to her wolf that had been severely burned. It whimpered quietly as the girl picked it up.
"Yes, and the best we have. Kyoko don't be so rude and say something to our guests!" the round man snapped. She let out a low throat growl before scowling. Even though she was one of the best, that man never truly liked her. In a few months he'd show his true colors to the four Shinobi.
"Why did you hire Shinobi?" Kyoko asked pushing the mask to the top of her head. Her eyes were icy and cold. She had so much hatred for those people. The wolf huffed loudly as the woman opened her mouth to speak again. She quickly shut it before focusing her gaze on the Uchiha child. He stared back with an unchanging expression.
"Kyoko, they're professionals. You're just a little forest girl," the man snorted. He was her manager…a man who enjoyed having and spending money. He'd do anything for money, women and a good deal.
Closing her icy blue eyes Kyoko let out a sigh, "Well if you'll excuse me…I must tend to my wolf's wounds." Somberly she left the five people. She couldn't help but to regret the injuries inflicted on her wolf. He was one of the elder wolves in her pack. He was her first protector before she slowly began to add more and more to the wolf family. In a secluded area Kyoko place the wolf down. "I'm so sorry. It's been such a long time…" Kyoko muttered.
"Kyoko," the wolf heaved. She looked down sadly before making a soft whistle. Two wolves soon appeared with a medical kit held between them. Before approaching the girl they lowered their bodies arching their back in a bow. Wearily they approached with nervous whimpers for the elder wolf's condition.
"He's not the one you're thinking of…" Kyoko replied. She gently patted the heads of the two wolves before nuzzling them gently. She loved the wolf clan immensely, and she'd do anything to keep them safe.
"Does he know who you are?" the wolf asked as Kyoko took the kit from them. The two wolves whined slightly seeing one of the elders in such a state. Kyoko gave them a slight smile waving them away with her hand. They gave a slight nod but they stayed in the general vicinity of Kyoko. They had to make sure that the Shinobi didn't accidentally stumble upon them. They probably wouldn't take too kindly to a talking wolf.
"No, he doesn't know anything," Kyoko said in a gentle voice. With a soft hand Kyoko touched the wolf's partially burned face trying to shush the poor thing. Yet it would have none of it, growling at the hand that was coming closer and closer to its mouth. Kyoko sighed brushing the ruffled hair on the black wolf's neck down.
"Are you completely sure?" the wolf asked focusing on the young woman's face. She was almost 18 years old and the life of traveling from town to town was beginning to bore her. Being the body guard for the group added some excitement into her life but now that Shinobi were guarding them…it would be nearly impossible to continue now.
"Yes…he doesn't remember. I was young then…I would hardly believe that anyone would remember me…" Kyoko began, "yet the Jonin has a pretty good memory. These ears need to stay hidden." Let out a sigh she removed the mask that she had slid to the back of her head. Moving her long hair, she brushed the soft velvety fur ears on the top of her head. Kakashi…do you remember me from all those years ago?...What's it like now…and why are you here? No one was supposed to see me ever again…Kyoko thought with a sigh.
I don't know…Do you think this went well? I'm not sure…it's been awhile since I've been in the Naruto world. I have been reading the chapters off and on but I believe it is pretty obvious that this takes place during Part 1. In my opinion I like Part 1 (manga) more than I like Part 2. That's just my opinion so don't get your panties/boxers in a knot.
I hope to see you soon. I've already stated this but this is a remake of Within Lies the Truth Comes Forth. Kyoko's attitude is a little different but she'll still be pretty much the same.