Hey it's been a while, but I'm ready to give you what you want my loyal readers!! Lee if you would.

Lee: Kira does not own Naruto, but she does own Wolf.

Oh and before I forget. I want to thank Sayomi-hime for then name suggestions, but now that I think of it, my demon is known for his name as Wolf, so I appreciate the names, and then having you write them again for me.. sorry about that. So I dedicate this one to you Sayomi-hime!!!!


Ch.1- Meetings and inspiration

Hinata pulled her hood up spotting the four Sand delegates at the castle gates, her eyes caught site of the young heir Gaara No Subaku(?), as she remembered, and he looked right back at her. Hinata walked their way, trying to think of something cheery.

" Lord Kazekage," she bowed before him, " What an honor to have you visit the Kingdom of Leaf." Hinata turned to the three kids and bowed once again.

" Yes," he bowed his hat, " Take us to the you Hokage's throne room." He demanded with an air of power and arrogance.

Hinata felt her mouth twitch and her hand was balled into a tight fist. " I believe the meeting is in her study, but I would be…..honored to take you." Hinata made a quick turn on her heels and walked off in the directions of the castle, knowing the four would follow.

' What a jerk! He's lucky that fundamentals are key or I would have kicked his high and mighty ass.' Hinata smirked feeling delighted with that idea.

The Kazekage watched the young Mage skeptically, to him, the Mage was much too calm around him and his children.

" Young Mage, if I may ask, what is your name?"

" …" Hinata was silent for the moment thinking if it was right to give out her name, " They call me… Mage." Hinata could feel them all glare at the back of her head, as she smiled in amusement. But that is what everyone called her, 'Mage', since that's all they saw when she came their way.

" Why can't you tell us your real name?" Kankuro asked. " I'll tell you mine."

" I already know your name," Hinata said as she held open the door for the four to enter the castle. " And beside," she took her place back in front, " You'll find out soon enough."

" Don't mind my brother," Temari smiled at her, " he doesn't know when to stop." She gave Hinata a flirtatious smile, bringing back very awkward memories for her. She quickly regained control and cleared her head.

Hinata stood before the Hokage's study and knocked twice on the large door. When there was no answer Hinata turned back to her guest. " I'm quite sorry, but Lady Hokage must be in a meeting with someone else at the moment."

" You're quite young to be a Mage," Gaara let his eyes trail up her cloaked body. " I thought training was beyond difficult?"

" It is, but I'm only three years into my training." Hinata crossed her arms over her chest. " It's a path I choose to do myself, just like my mother."

" I bet she must be very proud," Temari smiled.

" I wouldn't know," Hinata turned her head away, " I lost my mother when I five." Temari had dropped her smile and looked down at the ground. " Don't feel bad," Hinata looked at her, her own eyes glowing against the shadows, " You didn't know." Temari blushed once again.

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Tsunade sat at her desk a scowl on her face, " So….that's that."

" She'll still be able to become a Mage, right?" Kakashi asked in concern for his young student. " I mean, she is no threat to this village, or any other for that matter."

" Do not worry Kakashi," Tsunade sat up strait, " Hinata is allowed to keep her apprenticeship with you, but if I get even one word on her in a bad light. Action must be taken to protect this nation." She stood and walked forward to Kakashi. " As long as she keeps her powers in check I'll be sure to keep this secret safe with me."

" Thank you so much Lady Hokage," he bowed his head. " I am in your debt."

" Actually Kakashi," Tsunade rubbed her neck, " I'm still in your debt." She sweat dropped and looked back at him.

" Lady Hokage," he bowed low, " You will never be in debt to me, since you give me, all of us so much, I believe I will always be in your debt." He looked up at her with warm eyes causing her to blush and look away.

" Well….I think it's time to end our conversation. I must get ready for the Kazekage to arrive." She straitened her robes.

" Oh they're already here," Kakashi said smirking through his mask, " I think they've been outside the door for at least three minutes now." Tsunade starred at him, as a vein popped in her head. She ran to the door and opened them wide and blushed when she saw the Kazekage, his children, and Hinata waiting outside the door.

" Hello Lady Hokage," Hinata bowed to her and smiled, " I brought the Kazekage and his children, for your meeting today."

" How did you know I have a meeting? You just got back!" Tsunade asked still embarrassed by leaving her guest outside her door.

" I'm a Mage," Hinata said seriously, " I know everything, even before I realize I know it." Hinata steeped aside and held open the doors, allowing the Sand family to enter. " Sorry for the wait Lord Kazekage, I hope you are not offended by our horrid mistake." Hinata bowed her head as he entered.

" I'll let it go," he said calmly, " this time." He said quickly sitting down at the large table, his children following suit. Hinata shook her head and stood beside Kakashi, he smiled down at her. Hinata smiled back and looked back at the three Sand children. Hinata was about to go over and close the door, but she saw two other figures walking this way, on in formal robes and one in what looked like shinobi clothes. Hinata walked to the door and stood waiting for Tsunade's guest to enter.

" Lord Mizukage(?)," Tsunade bowed her head from her desk, " Thank you for coming."

" It's an honor to come," he spoke. Hinata saw that his teeth were sharp, it frightened her a bit. "My son and I hope you don't mind our tardiness."

" It doesn't even matter," The Kazekage said, " Orochimaru isn't even here yet." He scoffed, " He isn't even a Kage, just a feudal lord."

" He still rules over the Sound and he is a great ally to us Kazekage," The Mizukage said sitting down across from him. " You remember the trip we took to his kingdom, Haku? It may be small, but they have very strong shinobi."

" Ah yes," The boy said, his face hidden by a simple mask. " It was quite an experience." the boy looked in Hinata's direction. She still stood at the door waiting for the last guest to arrive, but instead of Lord Orochimaru, Hinata saw Sakura run, trying to hold up her kimono.

" Excuse me." She said walking in with grace, " I beg your pardon for me being late." She bowed to the two Kages and took her seat next to her mother. She smiled and Gaara flirtatiously, which did not go unnoticed by Hinata.

' She won't be smiling if she's forced to marry him,' Hinata smirked from the shadows of her mask. Then she looked up to see a pale long haired man, and his red headed daughter. " Lord Orochimaru, Miss Karen" Hinata bowed as they entered, and closed the doors after them. They took a seat at the other end of the table, facing Tsunade.

" Greetings Lady Hokage," he smiled and bowed his head lightly. Hinata felt the urge to shudder at his voice, but kept still as she stood before the doors. She watched the Kages and Lord for any hand motions, any kind of movement. But it was a bit hard with the curtains drawn causing the room to be much darker. Hinata wanted to see the Akatsuki, she knew they were there, they went where ever the Kages went, Lord Orochimaru most likely only had Anbu, since he ruled a small kingdom; and it was rumored he was the only one to make it to Akatsuki, but quit to take on a bigger rule.

' Wait,' she looked at the shadows, ' they hide in the shadows. Waiting for the moment to strike.' Hinata smirked and began to swiftly move her hand, to move the shadows out of the way. Kakashi caught her in the act and before she knew, he was at her side; holding her hand down.

" I believe this is not a meeting for us to attend," Kakashi bowed. " We will be on our way."

" You two," Orochimaru eyed the two, " Are the mages of this kingdom. I am impressed."

"As am I," Karen flirted, " why would such a daring young man chose the life of a Mage?"

Hinata paled and was about to speak, but Temari beat her to it. " He did it because it's what his mother did." She looked at him and smiled, " Right Mage," she said almost in a dreamy state.

Hinata glared as she heard Kakashi chuckle at her awkward situation, " I'm sorry, but I am a girl."

"WHAT!!!" The two stood and instantly paled. " But you…..charming….a-and." Temari began to babble on. Hinata shook her head and pulled down the hood of her cloak, smiling at the too. They stopped to look at her, and blushed at her sight. Hinata bowed to the two, causing them to blush.

" I'm sorry for the mix-up, but do not worry," she stood strait and smiled, " you are not the first to think I was a male." Hinata softened her smile and pulled her hood up once again. " I think we should head out, good bye to you all." Hinata was about to leave till the Kazekage made a swift hand movement under the table. Hinata quickly reacted as she blocked a kick to her body.

Stood before her was a teen with dull red hair and dark eyes, " you're quick."

" But not fast enough," she turned her head to see a blonde haired male with blue eyes hit her side. Hinata vanished with a puff of smoke. " What the-"

" Gah!" The Kazekage tensed as he felt a kunai placed before his throat.

" How dare you attack." Hinata growled, " I will not allow you to display this kind of behavior before my Kage, Lord Mizukage, or Lord Orochimaru."

" Stand down Mage," the Kazekage recovered and eased a bit. " I just wanted to see you're talent and skill. No harm no foul. Please release me."

Hinata looked up to Tsunade, who nodded. She removed herself from behind him, and with quick movement moved to Tsunade's side. " Forgive me, I had to make sure others were protected first." Hinata bowed lowly.

" All is forgiven," he nodded and looked back at his Akatsuki. " Sasori, Deidara; please stand down." The two Akatsuki eased their stance and looked in Hinata's direction, each smirking at her.

" It's quit odd to see someone so young, at such a level that could beat ourselves." Sasori said going back to stand beside the Kazekage.

" Not only that, but so cute too!" Deidara said winking at her. He got a hit in the chest from Sasori, who glared at his immaturity. Hinata blushed and nodded in their direction, then soon two more Akatsuki made themselves.

" How rude to attack a mage, and you aren't all the great Akatsuki of the Sand," Itachi stood behind Tsunade's chair, looking at the two other Akatsuki.

" Tobi is a good boy!" Tobi said popping out with a smile on his face.

Hinata shook her head and smiled, " They are fine Akatsukis Itachi." She looked behind the Mizukage and smirked, " And so are the Akatsuki of the mist."

" Thank you," a shark like teen said, a large sword strapped to his back. " It's an honor to meet you."

" It seems our Akatsuki don't know the meaning of 'do not be seen.'" Tsunade said glancing at her own Akatsuki. " But it seems even the best of us can not ignore a compliment." She smiled, " Let us continue our meeting. My dear mage's thank you for your help."

" I never got your name young Mage," Haku said looking at Hinata. " I am Prince Haku of the Mist,"

" Her name is Hinata," Tsunade answered smiling. Hinata blushed as Haku removed his mask a warm smile on his lips.

" It's an honor to meet you Hinata," he bowed his head and put his mask back on. Hinata nodded and exited the room, Kakashi at toe. They closed the doors behind them, leaving the royals in peace, as the Akatsuki returned to the shadows. " She is so strong father." Haku said only so The Mizukage could hear.

" Indeed she is my son, indeed she is," the Mizukage had a smirk on his face and an idea began to pop into his head, but the Kazekage had the same idea.

' She will make the perfect bride for my heir.'

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Hinata sighed and looked up at Kakashi, " Do I really resemble a male?"

Kakashi nearly choked on his breath and looked down at his student. " To be truthful, you do. But don't worry," he added quickly, " Soon you will……fill out into your body." He said nervously only thinking of the worse. Hinata was pretty yes, but she didn't retain the curves of a girl her age. She was a bit small for her liking. Hinata did have curves but a bit small and well covered up by her clothing. The only reason she gained attention of the male, and sometimes female population, was her personality alone.

" I think I'll go out into the village for awhile," Hinata said pulling down the cloak of her hood. " It's been awhile since I've taking my daily patrol." She joked heading towards the gates of the castle. Kakashi waved a fair well and went his own way to meet Gai and Anko, even though they drove him to the edge, friends are friends.

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"Look it's a Mage."

" Here in the village?"

" Look at those big eyes, so cute!"

" But look at how dark they are. Grandpa always said dark eyed Mages are the most dangerous."

" Still a Mage. It's a miracle to see one up close and personal."

" Yeah, lets go tell mom and dad!"

Hinata strolled through the main street, and listened to the gossip that went on about her presence. She only smiled, and blushed a bit from the attention, not that she mined. Hinata went up to a group of teens her age, all playing shinobi; with wooden katanas and kunais. One came right for her, but she caught it with ease. The kids stopped to look at her, some in awe and others a bit surprised at her speed.

" Nice catch," a boy said.

" Don't worry," one boy boasted with dark green hair. His eyes were the darkest blue Hinata has ever seen. " One day I'll be that good."

" Yeah right Kaito," one girl laughed. " Like they'll ever let you be a shinobi. You are born into that kind of stuff, you just can't ask."

" My grandfather did it and so will I!" He yelled back, glaring a seething in rage.

" Your grandfather is a complete liar," yelled another boy, " he said he knew the mage Hinako Hiroshi."

" Really," Hinata said looking at the green haired boy. " And what was the name of your grandfather, Kaito?"

" He was the great Shenzu Tanahashi! And he did know Hinako Hiroshi." Kaito said not even looking at the other kids. They all laughed and left him there with Hinata, he clenched his fists, " I bet you don't even believe me, huh?"

" I believe you," Hinata smiled and handed him the kunai, " my mother has a picture with Shenzu, he use to train her in weaponry." He looked up at her in shock, " Yep, Hinako Hiroshi is my mother."

He smiled big and hugged Hinata, " Someone that believes me," he pulled back and took her hand. " You can prove to everyone that my grandfather is not a liar." But as he pulled Hinata stayed rooted in place. " Well come on Mage."

" Why," he stopped and let go of her hand.

" What do you mean 'why'? You are my only proof that will get those kids to stop laughing at me." He stressed looking at her with pleading eyes, " you have to come."

" Does it bother your grandfather that no one believes him?" Hinata asked looking at the sky.

" No," he said.

" Then why should it bother you Kaito?" She looked at him, " If you believe him, and in your heart you know it's true, it doesn't matter what other people think." She smiled, " Rule 1: Believe in what you think."

" I don't think I'll be satisfied until everyone knows the truth and apologizes to me," Kaito said glaring at her.

" Then becoming a shinobi will be impossible for you," Hinata stated. " If you don't realize that now, then kiss your dreams goodbye. It's time to stop caring what others think, and realize it's your own thoughts that matter." Hinata threw down a real kunai, shurikins, and summoned a katana. " I want you to realize your dream Kaito, practice till your hands bleed, till you can't stand," she looked up at him, " till people see how serious you are." Hinata removed her cloak and smiled, " I'll start you off."

His smile got bigger and he nodded, " Where do we start?"

Hinata smirked, " With warm-ups of course." Hinata pushed him down to the ground, " 200 push ups, go!"

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Kaito was sprawled out on the ground, panting for breath, His body ached all over and he could barley move at the moment. Hinata sat next to him, with a smile on her face, " And that was only taijutsu training. You should see my other trainings."

" How-do-you-do-it," he said between breaths.

" Trust me," she smirked, " if you don't hurt after the end of each practice, even just a little, then you're not working hard enough." She stood up and held out a hand to him. He gladly took it and she pulled him off the ground. Hinata put her cloak back on and handed him the three weapons. " Take these home."

" Same time tomorrow?" He asked, a bit of hope in his eyes. Hinata smiled and nodded, she disappeared in a guest of wind. Kaito smiled and was ready to head home, until he saw the kids from earlier.

" Hey Kaito, where'd you get the weapons?"

" A friend," he said turning home."

" You didn't bug the Mage to much about your grandfather's crazy tales right?" They all laughed at him. Kaito clenched his fists and turned back to the others, he was about to yell, but something stopped him.

He relaxed and smiled at the teens, " I hope not. I'll see you guys tomorrow." he waved and walked off, leaving the kids in pure shock. Kaito smiled and looked up at the darkening sky, ' Thank you Mage, you've really inspired me.' He walked home, a smile ever present on his face.

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Hinata walked through the gardens, the moonlight illuminating all the flowers and plants in an enchanting way. Hinata felt a chill run down her spine as she neared her home, and Hinata felt her eyelids lower and soon she stopped in her steps. Hinata held herself a bit closer and tried to stop the shaking of her small form.

'My dear Kami, what is going on?' She asked herself looking for the source of…..this excitement in her body. She twisted her body around, trying to find the source, and unluckily she found it.

" My Hinata, you've grown so much." Wolf jumped down from a tree, and smirked at Hinata's glaring face. " Is someone upset to see me? You are just too cute."

" Get away from me you monster," Hinata glared her hardest, her hands glowing dark.

" Oh," he smirked, " you think you can scare me with a fist full of darkness? I don't think so," he grabbed her hands, and the darkness disappeared; leaving Hinata shocked. " I gave you your power, I made you the greatest Mage of your time, you will become a legend because of me."

" You can take it all back," she spat back pulling out of his grip. " I rather be a common Mage, then be betrothed to a demon. Anything would be better."

"Even watching your loved ones die?" He asked glaring at her with his onyx eyes, " Can you really be strong through all of that?" She answered him with silence, horror written on her face. " I thought so, now, let's see how far you have come." He pulled off the bandages on her arms and studied her arms. " Good, it's coming by nicely."

" You really are a monster," she growled pulling her arm back. While she re-wrapped her, she spoke. " You better leave before the Priest notice a demon's presence in the village. Don't come back and don't try and talk to me ever." She pulled her hood up and walked past him, " You're going to regret making me half demon Wolf."

" I'll keep that in mind," he smirked looking in the other direction. " And your little student will need to find a new teacher." He looked at her back, " I will not allow you to speak or even look at him, that goes for any other male other then your sensei."

" Are you jealous Wolf?" Hinata smirked and turned to face his harsh glare, " Afraid I'll run away with another man? Like a Priest, or maybe that Akatsuki apprentice- " She was thrown back against the wall, she slumped down on to the ground. Hinata groaned in pain and looked up at Wolf's towering figure.

He crouched down and spoke harshly, " Listen well Hinata, you are mine no matter what you think. I've marked you as a demon, no one else but me will ever want a half demon. Get it Hinata? You are nothing but a tainted Mage, who is in a little over her head." He scoffed, " Learn some manners Hinata." Without another word, Wolf was gone.

Hinata sat there for a while taking everything in. He was right, Hinata felt the tears well up in her eyes. I didn't want this to happen. I just wanted to be a good Mage like my mother, but I get to be half demon. What did I do in a past life to deserve this cruel fate?! Hinata let the tears flow down her cheeks and she got up, trying to get back home. When she reached the front door, Kakashi opened it for her; worry in his eyes. " I don't want to talk." She said before slamming the door close.

" It's been a long day, no need to worry," he said to himself going off to his own bed. He didn't know that while he slept that Hinata was up all night looking through every demon book they had, more information, more facts, and maybe she'll find a way to break her awful curse.

Everything came with a price, some bigger then others. She knew there had to be an answer, she couldn't be the first to go through this, but she didn't know that the answer was going to be a lot harder to find.

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" You look like death!" TenTen said starring at Hinata's blood shot eyes.

" Thanks," she said slowly, trying not to fall asleep while meditating. " I didn't get the best sleep last night. Maybe I'm so use to sleeping in a tent."

" Whatever it is, you better fix." Lee said standing on his hands, " It unhealthy, and un youthful to be tired all the time." He stood back on his feet and smiled at her, " I find doing massive training calms my nerves and helps me rest better."

TenTen sweat dropped, " We want her to fall asleep not kill herself." She turned and looked at Hinata, " Just drink some hot green tea and count backwards from ten."

" I think I'll just sleep outside in my sleeping bag," she smiled at the two. " You want to join me?"

" YES!!!" TenTen yelled, " It'll be just like camping, but closer to a real bathroom."

" It sound quit youthful," Lee gave them his good guy pose, " I will indeed be there."

" Are we invited?" They turned to see the other three shinobi. Kiba had brought his dog Akamaru, Shino was in glasses as usual, and Shikamaru was tried looking. " Do you mind if we join you?" Shikamaru asked sitting down next to Hinata.

" I guess so," Hinata shrugged. " it'll be a good way to get to know each other. By the way, I'm Hinata."

" We know," Shino said, sitting down before them. " We learned about you and Kakashi during are time training."

" Yeah," Kiba stood by Lee, " IS it true you can control the elements?"

" I'll tell you more about it tonight," Hinata smiled and stood up, " I need a run, race you all to the castle doors." Hinata took off.

" Yahoo!!" Kiba yelled going on after her.

" Yosh!!" Lee picked up speed.

" troublesome," Shikamaru smirked and ran after them.

" *giggle*" TenTen stood and ran after Hinata, a smile on her face.

" ……." Shino watched them run off. " The castle is that way," he said walking in the other direction."


Sorry for the uber long wait and I hope this a good chapter. Leave a nice review, and thanks for reading. Ja ne ^_^