Just as expected the sight that met them on the bridge was less than pleasant, what with the construction workers all knocked out and a thick mist in the air obscuring their vision from the end of the unfinished bridge.
Where Zabuza and his partner in this whole mess were no doubt waiting for them "What the devil happened here" Tazuna chose that moment to gasp and one of the three genin shot him a scathing look in response.
They'd explained to him that something would no doubt be amiss that day and to not panic at the sight they came upon, however it appeared despite being prepared for it, Tazuna couldn't help his reaction so the girl sighed and focused her gaze forward.
Standing just a little more firmly in front of the bridge builder "It's Zabuza, he just couldn't wait for round two" Kakashi commented, knowing what was coming as five to six water clones surrounded them on all sides.
"Go on Sasuke their just water clones, shouldn't be to much of a problem" Mimori ushered the lone boy forward and he jumped to his task taking the clones out with little effort before taking his previous place between the girls and in front of the bridge builder.
A grumble filled the air as the duo stepped forward "So you can take my clones out now boy, not very much of a feat, still no match for Kessho here" Zabuza smirked from beneath his bandages taunting the young Uchiha while gesturing at the teenager at his side.
Now they had a name for the boy since Era hadn't managed to get one "Maybe not but Sakura would be able to take him on no problem" Sasuke shrugged casually, they'd all improved in their skills so they all had a chance to take someone down no matter who it was.
His boasting got him a glare from said girl who huffed "Perhaps, the girl does seem to have a better understanding of the world around her unlike you" Kessho chose that moment to speak up for only the second time in their presence.
Kakashi heard the quiet sigh from the young girl in question "Better not overestimate me either" Sakura stated simply gripping her kunai tightly, eager to get this day over with so the bridge could be finished and they could all go home.
It appeared the enemy before them were just as impatient as Zabuza nodded his head at his apprentice and Kessho shot forward needle held out "Not so fast" the ebony haired preteen shot forward clashing his weapon with Kessho's.
"Be careful Sasuke" the silver haired nin grimaced, watching the fight closely determined to not let anything seriously endanger these genin, two of his fellow Jonin would no doubt have his head on a silver platter if something did happen.
Sakura and Mimori stood back with Tazuna, honey and emerald following their friends movements "That kid has speed on his side, we only honed our reflexes this past week" the younger Senju twin pointed out.
Her teammate nodded "Do what needs to be done Sakura" the gray haired elder gave his consent for her to do as she needed and with that Sakura shot forward, chakra enhancing her speed and quickly took over for Sasuke who was struggling.
"We both know that I'm faster Sasuke, just help protect Tazuna-san" the pinkette jerked her head at their client and brought out her own senbon needle just as Kessho lunged at her, it didn't seem who his opponent was really mattered.
But Kessho was about to get a nasty shock as she drew her foot back as he started going through one handed hand signs and let loose with a particularly nasty kick to the teenagers shin, he quickly retreated at that holding his bruised appendage.
Eyeing her warily through the slits of his fake hunter nin mask "Don't just stand there Kessho, kill the brat" the raven haired rogue growled furiously that someone had managed to take his apprentice off guard less than a few seconds of fighting him.
Kessho tilted his head to the side in acknowledgement "You might have managed that one hit, but you won't do it again that I can say for certain" the brunet said in a sure fire tone of voice and lunged again going faster than before.
However what he didn't count on was that the girl he was facing had plenty of tricks up her sleeves especially as he started another set of hand signs only to get interrupted yet again as the girl pulled a tag out of her sleeve and activated it.
The resulting explosion sent him flying backwards towards his master while Sakura stayed standing in place skin protected by a thin layer of chakra "Told you didn't I don't overestimate me, but don't underestimate me either, I won't let you hurt Tazuna-san" Sakura held up a fist.
Viridian orbs glinting with her resolve "And here I thought we'd seen all her skills by now, just where the hell did she get an exploding tag" Sasuke grumbled quietly under his breath to the girl at his side.
"She made it Sasuke, with the help of a fuinjutsu book Mamori and I had on hand that Hokage-sama gave to us, that's not the only thing she made but I won't reveal her secrets" Mimori admitted softly before glancing around warily.
Sasuke deflated "Just be glad she's on our side" Tazuna flinched watching as yet again the teenager went rolling from a nicely timed punch, Sakura had that boy on the tethers, not letting him close nor allowing him any chance to use a jutsu on her.
"God damn it Kessho she's a brat, younger than you get it together boy" Zabuza didn't help either by constantly distracting Kessho from his fight until Kessho had enough and finally managed to form the hand signs to a jutsu.
Only after standing at a safe distance from that little girl who kept him constantly away from her "Suiton: A thousand needles of Death" Kessho breathed out using the water from the destroyed water clones as fodder for his jutsu.
Then sent the jutsu with intent to kill at Sakura who eyed the needles "Sakura get out of the way already" Kakashi stared in horror until the last moment where Sakura jumped neatly in the air to avoid the jutsu without any effort.
Evasion training had really gone a long way to helping them improve it seemed and he was glad he'd suggested it now, though he still wasn't happy that she'd waited until the last possible second to dodge the attack from their enemy.
Who was growing more and more frustrated by the moment as he couldn't get a single hit in on Sakura, Zabuza was as equally outraged "Use your jutsu Kessho, kill her" the rogue demanded suddenly and the air turned cold.
Kessho rose to his feet again "Uh Kakashi-sensei what's happening why is it so cold all of a sudden" the younger Senju twin shuddered hoping for an answer, Kakashi glanced her way, onyx orb narrowed in anger.
"No doubt it's a kekkeigenkai, his chakra feels cold to" the pinkette commented carefully, dread pooling in her stomach, she knew the feel of this chakra, it reminded her so much of her friend back in Mist.
It wasn't a matter of if it was, this was a kekkeigenkai from the Yuki clan as huge ice mirrors surrounded her "Hang on Sakura, I'll get you out of there" the voice of their temporary sensei called in panic.
But he never reached her as Zabuza chose that moment to involve himself in the fight "This time you won't be able to dodge or keep me at arms length" the brunet said in a grim tone of voice, he didn't really want to kill her, but for the sake of his Master's dream he would do anything.
"Let me go Kakashi, I can help her" the second Uchiha heir's voice reached her and she chanced a quick glance outside the prison of ice mirrors to see the silver haired Jonin holding back Sasuke while Mimori stood in front of Tazuna still.
And then she focused her gaze forward, certain she'd be fine, this wasn't the first time she'd been in such a jutsu, Haku had worked on creating this very same jutsu from the time he and Kimimaro had joined the academy back in Mist.
Regardless of how much he trained with it, he still had never managed to gain the upper hand over her "Do you think she'll be alright" the gray haired elder looked queasy, oh god he hoped that girl wasn't about to die for his sake, he'd never be able to forgive himself if that happened.
Just as he said and thought that a barrage of needles were seen from within the ice mirrors which had Sakura dodging for her life, however thanks to all the training she'd subjected herself to, she was able to avoid getting hit to many times, easily healing herself if she was.
~Back at the House~
Naruto was just now waking up "Why didn't anyone wake me up" Naruto whined as he hurriedly dressed and flew down the stairs, just before he could run out the door his shirt collar was snagged and he was dragged into the kitchen to eat breakfast.
"Eat before you go knucklehead, that way you aren't fighting on an empty stomach" Asagao ordered lightly knowing it would help Naruto recover just a little more chakra despite already having ridiculously huge chakra reserves.
He sulked and pouted but did as ordered "Make sure you come back safe alright" Tsunami looked torn between letting him go or keeping him there like his teammate and friend, as she was unsure of how the rest of this day was going to go.
"Don't worry Tsunami-san, we'll protect you and Inari-san, we promise, just believe in us, now go Naruto, they'll need you on the bridge no doubt" Mamori smiled helping to clean up after the Uzumaki boy who saluted and disappeared out the door.
It was just a few short minutes later that the door was thrust open with a loud bang "Who are you people" Inari asked frightened beyond belief, it was that fear that had the two genin inside one hundred percent alert of the trouble.
Just as they appeared around the corner to enter the kitchen, thugs of Gato's it seemed Gato was more predictable than thought as they went after Tsunami "No leave him alone" the raven haired woman screamed wondering what the genin were waiting for.
And just as they went to take her captive the duo launched into their attack by setting off the carefully placed genjutsu tag "There that should do it, now all that's left is to tie them up" the older Senju twin grinned viciously.
Asagao nodded "Are you alright Inari, you didn't get hurt did you" the fuscia haired preteen asked of the eight year old who stood frozen in the doorway of the kitchen eyeing them in shock, surprise and awe.
With a little more gentle prodding Inari snapped out of his stupor "Oh uh yeah I'm fine, that was cool by the way what did you do" the ebony haired boy chattered clearly over his dislike of them only to flinch when the front door flung open again.
"You guys okay, I saw a cut up boar and thought I'd come ba..whoa what happened here" the blonde Uzumaki popped into the kitchen worried especially when he saw the two tied up thugs sitting with a dazed look in their eyes.
Indicating they were stuck in a genjutsu if he had to guess "Oh they came in demanded Tsunami-san come with them and we set off the genjutsu tag Sakura-chan created" Mamori answered with a shrug of her shoulder.
The civilian woman stared at her in surprise before shaking her head "Either way I'm glad a couple of you decided to stay behind just in case this very scenario happened" Tsunami admitted sheepishly pleased that nothing to dire had happened.
Because of the genin "There might be more, but anyway you should get going Naruto" Asagao shooed the blonde off for the second time, he looked hesitant considering what he'd seen in the forest but eventually he did leave.
"If you need help don't be afraid to come and get me" Naruto grimaced, this mission was turning out to be nothing like he'd imagined, and he wondered why did he request the mission, oh right because he was sick of D ranks.
Perhaps after this he wouldn't complain anymore and take the D ranks like a good boy, it was better than this stress inducing mission after all "We should get the others to help us and chase off Gato for good" Inari announced when Naruto had been gone for several minutes.
Almost as immediately as the idea had been presented was it shot down but that didn't stop him from running off trying to get the other villagers to do as suggested, it was easier said than done and he trudged home feeling defeated.
~On the bridge again~
In the prison of ice mirrors Sakura was still avoiding the rain of needles that were thrown at her, bidding her time, there was only one way out of this jutsu after all "Gah what the hell are you doing here Dope" Sasuke yelled, clearly startled.
Using that atrocious nickname "Naruto Uzumaki is here to save the day, err where's Sakura-chan" the blonde blinked in confusion before Mimori pointed to exactly where she was and without even thinking about it dashed forward.
"No you little baka" Mimori gasped in horror as Naruto reached the ice mirrors without an ounce of hesitation, there was little point now as he slipped in through the opening and joined Sakura in her fight against the onslaught of throwing needles.
Zabuza laughed darkly "Boy must be eager to die" Zabuza growled amused turning his attention on the pale blonde haired girl, who immediately backed up and held a kunai before her defensively, still wary.
"Knucklehead now it's going to be even harder" Sakura sighed, pulling Naruto out of the way with her and resuming her deadly dance of avoiding getting hit with what seemed an endless amount of needles.
He had the decency to flush in embarrassment "Sorry Sakura-chan, I wasn't really thinking" Naruto rubbed the back of his head, doing his best to keep up, he was still sadly lacking in the speed which his friend possessed.
As he felt like a human pin cushion after the second barrage, Sakura grimaced but shook her head promising to scold him later as she took her chance and dashed forward, it wasn't easy pulling along Naruto as they ran.
Making it seem like they were going to escape and avoiding the next round of needles until she turned sharply, gathered chakra in her fist and let loose by punching a mirror with all her might until it shattered into a thousand crystal mirror like shards.
"She actually broke through one of those huge mirror things" Tazuna breathed in surprise as the duo appeared from the prison that had held them for the last several minutes, out of breath, covered with scratches, and their clothes a little torn.
But alive which infuriated Zabuza, who didn't think just charged, emerald met his dark brown as he swung Kubikiribocho through both of the genin, only for them to disappear in matching plumes of smoke and water, then appear over the side of the bridge near their teammates.
Furious beyond what he though possible Zabuza waited impatiently for his apprentice to join him "How did you know to do that, no one's ever been able to escape from me before" Kessho wasn't very happy the girl had gotten out of his jutsu.
"Yes how Sakura" Kakashi rested his lone onyx orb on the girl who was healing herself of the light injuries she'd sustained during the time she was stuck in the prison of ice mirrors, she raised her head and glowered at the teenager.
Then opened her mouth "Because I know someone with the exact same kekkeigenkai, he trained relentlessly to hone that very same jutsu" the pinkette spat, emerald orbs glittering dangerously from her anger.
Zabuza was actually surprised at the answer "No matter I'm still going to kill you girl" the raven haired rogue growled jerking his head at his apprentice who lunged forward again and Sakura met him with her own senbon needle.
Still managing to keep up despite using chakra consistently for the last thirty minutes or so "Just got to wonder where she gets all that energy" the younger Senju twin sighed feeling tired and she hadn't even done anything yet.
"Me to Mimori and don't you dare do anything reckless like that again Dope is that understood" the ebony haired preteen turned his attention on the knucklehead who grimaced and stood rigid in his spot only to freak out.
When he saw Zabuza charging towards them "Did you think I would just stand here and let you attack them, think again Zabuza" the silver haired Jonin glared taking the hit for the kids, earning a long cut on his chest.
Causing Mimori to scream in horror as his blood splashed onto the ground and Zabuza vanished into the mist again, it was an all around stalemate and still Sakura was fighting for them "I feel so useless" the blonde Uzumaki admitted.
"Your not the only one Naruto-kun" the gray haired elder winced, wishing the fight was over and they could go back to his, then he wondered if everything was alright back at the house but figured he could ask later.
Towards the end of the bridge enshrouded in mist "What makes you so different" the brunet teenager asked curiously with a tint of grudging respect, regardless of his orders, this girl was on par with him.
She smiled silently and struck out again punching his shoulder "I was raised in Mist for the first twelve years of my life, the curriculum at the academy was never easy" Sakura explained carefully not giving away to much.
He blew out a breath and dodged to the side to avoid the kick aimed at his weakened side "Still I have my orders and I'm going to kill you like Zabuza wants" Kessho announced determined to complete his order, it was then he grew serious so did Sakura.
"You think hiding in the mist will help you Zabuza think again" Kakashi called glad that he'd been given a chance to gain the upper hand and hopefully end this fight before anyone got seriously injured.
This bloody mist was annoying "Can't you kids do anything about this mist" Tazuna grumbled wanting to see and keep an eye on the lone girl fighting within said mist, she could be hurt after all despite knowing that fancy healing jutsu of hers.
"Maybe, Naruto what's the biggest wind jutsu Kakashi-sensei taught you" Mimori turned to the Uzumaki at her side, the three of them together stood tall before their client, they'd made a promise to protect him after all.
At the question the blonde pondered the answer "Err I think Futon: Multi-layered Gale Jutsu, since I have a really huge chakra reserve" Naruto offered carefully, then it donned on him, he would have to use that jutsu.
"Right you can do it Dope, take your time alright" Sasuke instructed carefully knowing better than to scare the boy at this particular moment or interrupt him to much as he concentrated on forming the hand signs to the jutsu.
With a whoosh the jutsu was loosed and the mist blew away revealing a horrifying scene, Kakashi had Zabuza pinned in place by a bunch of ninken most likely "Brats that can use ninjutsu to, you've taught them well" Zabuza glowered pissed off to the mask.
It was then they decided maybe it had been better if they'd left the mist alone as chakra became visible in Kakashi's hand, literally crackling with electricity and he charged at Zabuza with his hand held out.
On the other side of the bridge Kessho realized what was about to happen and switched his focus to his Master gaining a careful distance from his opponent he ran through familiar hand signs and just before Zabuza was to get hit with that deadly jutsu.
Jumped between the two battling Jonin taking the hit "Z..Zabuza" the brunet gasped, blood pouring from his lips, everyone watching stared in terror at the scene as in the next moment Kessho died from the attack and was nearly cut in half.
"The boy gave his life for you and the first thing you do is try to cut him in two, even for you Zabuza that's low" the silver haired nin snarled closing Kessho's eyes and righting himself all good and proper tired of this fight and ready to end it.
Zabuza glared "He did exactly what was expected of him Kakashi don't get so worked up, he was just a tool in the end after all" the raven haired rogue laughed darkly, though deep inside he felt the loss of his apprentice, he didn't show it outwardly just yet.
"Cruel how could people use and discard others so easily like that" the younger Senju twin turned her head away tears in her eyes unable to look, she'd just witnessed her first true death and she was definitely not taking it very well.
Sasuke wrapped his arm around the girl's shoulder and pulled her towards him "That's life Mimori-chan, being a ninja is not all fun and games, I'm sorry you had to see the ugly side of the world we live in" the rosette on her team limped towards them.
Obviously struggling as she'd expended a bit to much chakra just to keep up in the fight against Kessho "It's probably better that we did see this so that we understand how ugly the world is early on and fight to better it" the second Uchiha heir admitted softly.
As quiet sobs came from one of his first female friends "I'm just glad those other two weren't here to see that" the gray haired elder grimaced quietly watching the Jonin duke it out still, though Zabuza was definitely wearing down as he could now only use one of his arms.
With that the sobs came to a swift all and Mimori stood tall determined to watch the end of Zabuza who in the next several minutes lost Kubikiribocho and now could no longer use either of his arms courtesy of Kakashi.
It was then they were all interrupted by a cane banging on the end of the bridge where Zabuza and Kessho had appeared, their gaze traveled in that direction to reveal a short man with sunglasses, wearing a cast on his arm.
Fury like never before filled her "Gato that son of a bitch, he still plans on betraying Zabuza" Sakura growled low under her breath but didn't interfere, she couldn't fight anymore, her limit had been reached.
"So that's Gato huh, if I wasn't scared to go rushing in I would so take that bastard out" Sasuke sneered eyeing the amount of thugs that Gato had brought with him, just to kill one man, they would never let it happen though.
Behind him the bridge builder flinched "Oi Naruto, how were things back at the house when you left" Tazuna questioned carefully not taking his eyes off the man who'd threatened his life all because he wanted to build a bridge.
Baby blue eyes glanced at him "Just fine, Mamori-chan and Asagao have things taken care of" Naruto nodded remembering the two thugs caught in one of Sakura's specialty genjutsu's that she'd been working on since her academy days.
"Well, well what do we have here, looks like they've beat you up quite a bit Zabuza, so much for being the Demon Ninja of the Mist, more like a demonic wet kitten" Gato chose that moment to burst out laughing taunting the rogue who'd been in his employ.
Zabuza swung around dark irises narrowed "What is the meaning of this Gato, why did you bring so many thugs with you" Zabuza demanded to know ignoring the taunt and the flare of his temper that the taunt brought.
Next to him his opponent straightened "He means to betray you Zabuza, have you killed on this very bridge" Kakashi admitted, having known from the very beginning, thanks to Sakura of course, that girl was brilliant.
The rogue swung his head in his direction, shock only visible in his dark brown orbs "Leave him alone" Mimori snapped when Gato stalked forward unable to really stop herself only to flinch when the dead teenager was kicked.
Making them all look away even Sakura who felt as if she'd lost a friend, Kessho reminded her to much of what Haku's life could have been if he and Kimimaro hadn't shown up in the Mist Village, it sickened her to know he could have been used as a tool like Kessho.
Unfortunately Mimori's outburst drew attention onto them, more specifically her "Oh what's this the Mizukage's niece, how rich, perhaps I'll make an example of you next to teach that damn woman not to interfere with my corporation" Gato began muttering to himself.
Retreating backwards when it looked like Zabuza was gearing up, finally allowing Kessho's death affect him by shedding a few tears, Naruto threw his kunai to the rogue and Zabuza dashed forward "How do you think this is gonna end" the blonde asked.
Feeling sick to his stomach as they watched, Zabuza even got impaled by a few weapons as he charged, only one thing on his mind, Gato's death "Gato's going to die, but if we can get Zabuza to listen, maybe he doesn't have to die as well" the younger Senju twin suggested.
Glancing to Sakura "If he listens, then again he might feel dying is the only way to repent" the rosette said softly heart aching, it was hard not to imagine her friend lying there in a pool of blood, dead because of a deadly jutsu.
Sasuke eyed her warily "After this if you need to cry Sakura, don't hesitate to use me as the shoulder if you can't go to Asagao" the ebony haired preteen offered gently seeing the pain clear as day on her face.
Tazuna held his breath and then Gato was thrown over the bridge dead by Zabuza's hands, "It's really over isn't it" the gray haired elder asked earning some nods from the genin, they were still watching though as Zabuza stumbled his way back towards them.
More specifically Kessho, he didn't make it very far before falling flat on his face "Let me handle this kids" the silver haired Jonin in charge of them dissuaded them from running forward by going himself to where Zabuza lay.
"Kakashi that you….will you take me to him" the raven haired rogue asked waiting for confirmation before making the request, he had to see Kessho one more time before he went otherwise he'd regret it.
He was picked up and carried, then laid carefully at his apprentice's side "Zabuza we can heal you if you want, there are other ways to repent than dying you know" Mimori couldn't help herself, she didn't want to see anymore deaths.
Zabuza shook his head "Only w..way br..brat do..don't grieve for me th..this is the life of a sh..shinobi" Zabuza grit through his teeth then dismissed the girl by focusing his attention on Kessho, Mimori bit her lip tears gathering in her eyes.
But she didn't press the issue and stepped back "Sorry I know you wanted to help him" Sasuke grimaced pulling the upset girl into a careful hug, he might not have done much but he felt physically and emotionally exhausted.
It didn't take long before they realized it was actually snowing and then Zabuza was gone as well "Hey we're gonna go raid that village" a commotion began where all the thugs were gathered, anger seared through the genin's veins.
They didn't have to worry though as the villagers came to the rescue "We're here to save the day, if you want to storm our village you have to get through us first" Inari in the lead and Tazuna's eyes widened in surprise.
"Yeah this is our village and we're not going to let anyone oppress us ever again" Tsunami nodded seriously, tired of being pushed around by people, it had taken some time sure, but the end result was better than she'd imagined.
Tears gathered in his eyes "Everyone" Tazuna shook his head glad that they'd all come together to put an end to the torment they'd long since lived through, with that the rest of the thugs were scared off and they all shared a collective sigh of relief.
All to soon they started clearing off the bridge but before Zabuza and Kessho were taken away to be buried Sakura approached their temporary sensei with a request "What is it Sakura-chan" Kakashi tilted his head to the side.
"Well you see, I want to take a bit of their blood to remember what happens, the ugly truth and I want to send Kubikiribocho back home to his former wielder" Sakura requested carefully not wanting suspicions to be placed on her.
Kakashi raised a silver brow at that before nodding for her to go ahead, a little blood was taken from each Zabuza and Kessho before the Executioners Blade was sealed away in a giant scroll "How come you wanted some of their blood Sakura" Asagao frowned in confusion.
As they started making the trek to the little hill they'd picked out and dug graves for the two dead "Most likely to remind herself of the lives lost isn't that right Sakura-chan" Mamori questioned earning a quiet nod from the girl.
Who stared at the two vials of blood "Does your friend back in Mist really have the same kekkeigenkai that, that Kessho guy had" Naruto piped in, Sakura nodded silently unable to really answer as the two were buried.
~A Week and Two Days Later~
The bridge was finally finished which meant they could finally start heading home after a month long mission "Good luck you kids and don't be afraid to come visit" the gray haired elder waved as he and his family saw them off.
Bridge still without a name "Yeah that is if we don't get insanely busy" the older Senju twin snorted lightly, mood dark, she might not have been there to witness their deaths, but still she didn't relish in the thought of people dying.
"Come on Mamori-nee, let's go home, take care Tazuna-san, Tsunami-san, Inari-kun" the younger Senju twin waved back still highly depressed herself, she could have saved Zabuza but he'd refused and it hurt her still.
Tazuna winced "Poor kids, they've been through a lot on this mission" the raven haired woman at his side shook her head pity in her gaze as she watched them leave behind their little village after fighting to help them beat back their oppressors.
"I've no doubt they'll be okay, they'll get better I'm sure of it" the little eight year old boy cheered and it was then Tazuna thought up a name for the bridge, the Great Seven/Nine bridge, to commemorate the genin who'd helped them without giving up once.
No one argued and they watched the genin disappear into the distance, probably eager to get home "Are you really gonna be okay Sakura-chan, it seems like your taking their deaths a little harder than the rest of us" the blonde Uzumaki asked.
When they were on the mainland again, upon being addressed she lifted her head, revealing black bags from lack of sleep "Because despite Zabuza's ways he could have been reformed and Kessho reminds me horribly of my friend in Mist" the pinkette admitted.
Looking utterly exhausted "Seems like you have it rougher than the rest of us, while I do feel sad, we should take this life lesson and abide by it, shinobi die that's why we all have to get stronger" the fuscia haired preteen boy pointed out.
Hugging his sister gently "He's right Sakura, the best thing to do is talk about your feelings and that will help you get over this blow" the silver haired nin nodded in acceptance, the girl sighed and went back to being eerily quiet.
"Right let's just get home and maybe take a break for a few days or something" the ebony haired preteen grumbled darkly, brooding much like the rest of them as they trekked forward, intent on getting home as soon as possible.