Blood Metal Chapter 13. Forgiven and Unified.
A/N: okay now I'm just pulling these ideas out of my head right as they appear whilst trying to get them to make sense.
Chapter Start.
The war continued at a near even pace of destruction and devastation on both sides and while the Akatsuki members appearing on each battlefield was both shocking and well needed for the allied Shinobi, even they were finding it tough to fend off the reanimated and Zetsu forces. Further east however Aiyshana and Itachi continued on to their only to stop directly in Naruto's path.
"I guess you two are heading out to aid in the battles, Naruto". Aiyshana stared at the flaming cloak surrounding her little brother before turning her attention to the 8 tails.
"What are you two doing, and how is Itachi still alive"? Naruto was partially surprised that Itachi wasn't reanimated like some of the other people he had sensed.
"Long story, but we're going to take down Kabuto, he's the one controlling the reanimation Jutsu. Take that down and our people might have a better chance at winning this war, you just do what you need to ok". Aiyshana didn't want to spend another minute talking with her brother and dashed off, for she knew every minute longer they waited was another dead Shinobi. As the couple neared Kabuto's location Aiyshana distastefully sensed another familiar presence.
"It appears as though your brother can tell where you are given that he is now using your original eyes". Both looked behind them to see Sasuke closing the gap.
"We don't have time for this, we need to hurry". Aiyshana was already one step ahead of Itachi on that regard.
"Way ahead of you dear, I've already found Kabuto's approximate location, but I can't get us too close". Aiyshana then began to open a rift while they heard Sasuke shout Itachi's name before jumping through. They landed inside a cave and both could easily sense Kabuto chakra but to Aiyshana it seemed strange, almost as if Orochimaru was merged with him. What added to her annoyance was Sasuke finally catching up to them.
"Itachi, how are you alive"?
"Sasuke, we have bigger problems to deal with, so either help us or get out of our way". Aiyshana blatantly stated before she and Itachi entered the main hold of the cave to reveal Kabuto focusing on a table while a giant snake appeared from his robe and was currently curled around and bitting down on an unconscious Anko. He soon turned to face the three while placing Anko out of the way.
"That's where Anko's been the whole time, why my brother let her leave on a mission like this is beyond me. But putting that aside, we need to deal with Kabuto fast, remember not to kill him or the reanimation jutsu will never end". Sasuke and Itachi's sharingan spun to life before taking the form of their respective mangekyo designs and began to attack Kabuto, Sasuke was just following Itachi's lead while Itachi knew Aiyshana had something planned as she was analysing Kabuto's movements in hopes of finding a pattern. However time wasn't proving faithful to her as Kabuto took notice of the Uchiha's being distractions for Aiyshana and instantly tried to strike her.
"As gullible as I thought he'd be". Aiyshana said silently to herself as she dropped the whole analysis act and raised both arms in front of her.
"Itachi now, use your susanoo. Shinra Tensei". With perfect sync in their jutsu's Kabuto was forced back toward Itachi's susanoo, however before they could seal the deal Kabuto shot out of his own skin much like Orochimaru and landed away from the three. They managed to get a glimpse at him only to notice the change in his appearance as he looked like some horned monster with scales.
"I must admit that was very clever, tricking me into thinking you were watching my movements but you acted as the decoy, you could have had me had I not finally reached the final stage of my recreation. As you can see now, I've become more than Orochimaru could ever hope to achieve". Kabuto spouted as he revealed all the he was.
"And yet even now Orochimaru's ability with forbidden jutsu is still far superior than yours, if you were as good as you say than you could have stopped me from hijacking control of the Akatsuki members reanimated bodies, but you didn't". Aiyshana looked behind her to Itachi before returning her gaze to Kabuto with a proud smirk planted on her face.
"Yes I'm quite aware of all the notable clans traits and abilities, for example how every Uzumaki has the distinct feature of red hair while possessing a variety of abilities, and how the Uchiha clan all have the distinctness of the sharingan and it's Mangekyo state with some lucky enough to attain the Rinnegan if they have cells of a Senju in them. I've also gathered through history that a team with a Senju and an Uchiha will almost always have an Uzumaki accompanying them as it appears the Uzumaki's were the peace keepers between the Uchiha's and Senju's". Kabuto's expression turned darker before continuing.
"I am however very curious as to how you have those eyes for not even the Uchiha could ever achieve them, no matter. I'll soon find out their secrets once this war is over". Kabuto then shot forth in an attempt to grab Aiyshana only for Itachi to stop him. Aiyshana watched on while trying to find a way to get Kabuto to release the reanimation Jutsu, Sasuke soon joined in fighting Kabuto. Aiyshana didn't have to wait long for a solution to appear as Itachi had caught Kabuto in some sort of genjutsu she was unfamiliar with.
"I haven't seen that one before, is this some sort of evolved Tsukuyomi"? Itachi looked back at his wife only for Aiyshana to notice one of his eyes where white.
"You've at least heard of the Izanagi before. During the elder times the Izanagi was great achievement for the Uchiha clan as it allowed them to undo any events that were a disadvantage and they could continue a battle all at the cost of one sharingan, it was a great way to prevent huge loss of life if the Uchiha fell into a trap. Unfortunately like all things this power drove some of them mad, so in order to counter the Izanagi one of the Uchiha leaders created the Izanami. It's a genjutsu that traps the victim in an endless loop of events where they repeat their fate infinitely". Aiyshana just continued to listen in and absorb as much information about the two abilities as she could. Sasuke also listened closely as there was still so much about their family he didn't know.
"There is however an escape to the Izanami".
"While some would find that strange considering the history of the Uchiha, the fact that there were some more peace seeking leaders would explain why a genjutsu like this would have a way out". Aiyshana spoke as she looked back at the paralysed form of Kabuto. Sasuke on the other hand wasn't impressed that there was a way to undo such a genjutsu.
"The only way for the person trapped inside the Izanami to release it is for them to accept their fate and break the cycle". Aiyshana remained calm through his explanation as she figured if Kabuto even remotely had Orochimaru's ego then it would take a long time for him to accept his fate.
"I think it's about time we put an end to this accursed reanimation before it's too late. Enough have died by its hands as it is". Aiyshana was about to use a Tsukuyomi on Kabuto's body however Itachi beat her to it and soon began making the body weave the signs needed to release the Reanimation.
"So this is it, there's no stopping you from releasing yourself along with everyone". Aiyshana just smirked slightly before speaking up.
"That's not entirely true Sasuke, I brought him back, him and all of the Akatsuki. The Akatsuki need the chance to redeem themselves and follow the path they originally intended, and Itachi because I don't want to be alone for the rest of my life". Sasuke was more than surprised to think Aiyshana was even capable of bringing them back. Soon Itachi brought the reanimation to its end before they all looked to the sky and saw bright beams of light appear and disappear signalling that part was of the war was over.
Play Music: Naruto Shippuden, the guts to never give up.
"Sasuke, I know we haven't seen eye to eye over the last five years and have even tried to kill each other at points in time. But I think it's time we resolve our differences, we're basically family now anyway so what do you say, can things be good between both remaining sides of the Uchiha family". Aiyshana held her left arm out with Itachi walking up to stand beside her.
"None of us are exactly innocent in all this, but there's still a chance for the Uchiha to redeem itself, and it can all start here little brother". Itachi added on to Aiyshana's request for forgiveness.
"You both believe in this family peace? Than I'll agree to it, are you at least able to forgive me for what I've done as well". Sasuke proceeded to accept Aiyshana's hand only to be yanked into a tight hug from her.
"If it can bring back even a little of the Sasuke I used remember than we accept your apology. But we'll mend everything when we're done, until then we've got a war to finish". Itachi and Aiyshana were about to leave only to notice Sasuke wasn't following them.
"You two go, there's a few things I need to do first". Suddenly two more figures crashed through the ceiling landing in between the Uchiha's.
"Sasuke, finally we found you".
"Suigetsu, Jugo. Why are you here".
"To give you this, we found it in one of Orochimaru's hideouts. With these secrets, who knows what team taka could accomplish". Suigetsu said aloud still completely oblivious to Aiyshana and Itachi in the cave. Soon after handing it over Sasuke skimmed over the contents before his eyes fell upon an interesting segment.
"I see, if you don't mind there's someone I need to speak with". Catching Suigetsu off guard he instantly replied.
"And who would that be, there's only the three of us-".
"Five if you count us behind you". Aiyshana spoke up after getting fed up with being ignored.
"Okay, five of us. But who do you need to speak to"?
"Orochimaru". Suigetsu simple leaned back in confusion.
"But Orochimaru's dead, you were the one to kill him".
"Don't you think someone as tenacious as Orochimaru wouldn't be that easy to kill"?
"Even if we could bring him back we're not going to. The first thing he's going to do is join in this war and kill everyone".
"Suigetsu, be quiet and cut out a piece of Kabuto's flesh". Sasuke pointed back toward Kabuto. As all the following events unfolded with Suigetsu protesting against such an idea and Jugo choosing to take the errand instead, Aiyshana and Itachi just watched with mixed expressions before Sasuke had everything set up.
"Curse mark, unseal". The mark on Anko's shoulder began to mould Kabuto's flesh in with itself before a snake emerged and opened its mouth allowing Orochimaru to climb out.
"To think my student who killed me would be the one to bring me back". Orochimaru walked past Sasuke and the others to the still frozen Kabuto before removing his power from him.
"See I told you, he's taking Kabuto's power. He'll be going after us next".
"Suigetsu, I only have one thing to say. I have no interest in this war, the only thing I'm interested in is taking your body Sasuke". Orochimaru was about to lunge at Sasuke but stopped as he realised one problem.
"However even that would mean nothing now".
"So you're just going to continue what you used to". Aiyshana spoke up as the couple approached the rest of the group.
"I'll continue to help Sasuke further his goals until I find another purpose for my abilities". Aiyshana was quick to think of a purpose as the group began to leave.
"I hope I don't regret this". Aiyshana said to herself and Itachi silently.
"Orochimaru".
"What do you need child"? Aiyshana's answer was quite a surprise to Orochimaru. She bit down on her thumb and swiped it across a seal on her left arm, after the smoke cleared it revealed a folded Akatsuki robe in her hands.
"I may have taken it from one of your hideouts, it's still a road you can take after your done helping Sasuke get the answers he needs back at the village, the others may be a little on edge if you return but I'm sure they'll get used to you again". Aiyshana threw the folded robe to a stunned Orochimaru before he regained his composure and left.
"Are you sure that was a good idea"?
"I know at least this time he'll not be so ambitious as to betray the Akatsuki trust, besides it looks like he doesn't have a desire to take yours or Sasuke's sharingan. Now let's go, there's still the matter of the ten tails. But there's also the real Madara, apparently he managed to refuse the reanimation release. It still could prove something though, which Uchiha is stronger you or Madara, if you beet him then that would be quite the story to tell our kids". Aiyshana proceeded to leave without getting an answer from Itachi. As they continued on their Journey both of them sensed a terrifying power swarm over the battlefield.
"So it's awake now".
"No, I appears as though they've tried to wake it early. It's there but not complete so we still have time on our side".
Chapter end.
A/N: I realise that was a terrible way to end it but I couldn't think of anything more to add to this chapter, and I also know that my chapters are getting shorter but don't worry because I'm going to make up for it soon enough however this chapter was a bit lag-lustre because of how I tried to write it.
