Chapter 6: The Plan

Hinata's POV

We are at the main gate entrance of the Konoha village. Bara-sensei had taken the precaution and packed two survivor packs for the both of us that consisted of kunai, water, medical aids and prepackaged food. I look at her and say:

"I can't believe that I have lived in this village for sixteen years. You know what, Bara-sensei? Half of me is screaming at myself, asking how I could I be so stupid and leave the village. That half of me warns me about my friends, Hanabi and Neji nii-san. That part of me is telling me to run to the Hokage's office, beg for forgiveness and move into an apartment in the town square away from the Hyuga curse. But, the other half of me is fed up with being treated like a weak failure that can be treated as trash. This half of me wishes to fight for the innocent even if it means that I have to fight ninja from my own village; even if it means I have to fight my own friends. And you know what, I think, no, I know that the latter option is the one that my heart wishes to follow."

I look at Bara-sensei, who isn't looking towards me but outside the village gates. While she usually wears either an emotionless mask or haughty demeanor, her face almost seems longing.

"Hinata, I would say that I understand how you feel, but truthfully I don't. My parents were both killed merely days after I was born as collateral damage during a civil war. I was sent to orphanage after orphanage, but my strange ninja powers lead me to become an outcast. By the time I was 10, I ran away from my 20th home and lived on my own in either the forest or in villages. I realized that if I could not be cared for and protected by others, I had to become stronger than any possible enemy. While I have lived a life with many lovers, I have never been loved. For some reason, however, you're helping me to understand what it's like to have a true friend. I thank you for that. But in some weird way, the forest is my home; freedom is my home. I know that you will do great in this lifelong mission."

I look at Bara-sensei with tears in my eyes. That is the most amazing thing that anyone has ever said to me. She then goes back to her normal haughty behavior:

"Alright you cry baby, no more tears. It's time for you and your candy ass to get out of this damn village—I'm starting to get sick of staying in the same place too long."

I wipe the tears away from my eyes when I hear a familiar voice call my name. Oh my gosh, why did you have to come?

"Hinata-sama! Hinata-sama!" These screams come from Kon, my lifelong bodyguard.

"Oh hello Kon. What are you doing here?"

"Hinata, after you left the complex, your friend's and I went looking for you. I was able to track you with my Bakugan. What are you doing here at the gate!"

"Isn't it obvious, I'm leaving the village." One of the first lessons that Bara-sensei had taught me was how to mask one's emotions. It breaks my heart that Kon and my friends were looking for me, but at this moment, nothing could stop me from leaving the village.

"But…but you can't Hinata-sama! What the Elders and you're father tried to do is deplorable, but as Hyuga Main Branch members we must deal with these hardships. We must live and die for our clan! It's just how it works." I walked up to Kon, and his face became shocked when I laid my hand gently on his cheek.

"Kon, what you just said is the reason I must leave. We have been taught and conditioned that we are privileged to be part of our so-called perfect clan. I will not allow for any other person live through that type of abuse just because their superiors claim that it's the way that the world works. Now, Bara-sensei and I must go." With this I gave him a soft kiss on his cheek. I turned around and Bara-sensei had that same emotionless mask on her face.

We are about to leave when I hear Kon say:

"No, I'm sorry Hinata-sama but I cannot allow you to leave! Even if it means I must fight you myself, I will not allow you to live this foolish life you seek!" With that he got into his gentle fist stance.

I looked somberly back at Bara-sensei, who gave me a look that said 'You know what you have to do'. I got into my modified version of the same stance and both Kon and I activated our stance. He ran towards me, and it was a quick blur of strikes. His hand tried to hit my upper shoulder, but I create a fist of chakra and blocked the hit. His other hand then tried to hit my lower chest and I sent a large amount of chakra to my knee and blocked his hit.

Then, all of a sudden he sends two hits to my lower chest and is able to use his speed to hit the back of my neck—rendering me unconscious.

"I'm sorry, Hinata-sama. But you must understand that we all have out duties, and yours is at home in the Hyuga complex."

"I'm sorry Kon, but did you really think it would be that easy."

He looks behind his back with wide, pupiless eyes and realized that the supposed "Hinata" he rendered unconscious was nothing more then a clone. I then use a gentle fist to his pressure point, which causes him to hit the ground with a thump.

I crouch down to his level, and give a soft peck on his cheek. I would cry, however, it feels that there are no tears left in my eyes:

"It shouldn't have to be this way-but I have to leave. Goodbye Kon, and thank you."

With that, I turned back of Bara-sensei who gave me a soft look of pity. We both then jumped through the entrance and began running in the forest towards freedom.

Bara's POV

It has been three days since Princess and I left that Kami-forsaken village. We had little to no breaks between traveling, as we had to get as far away from the village as possible. As a ninja, I know how severe assault of a Clan Leader can be found. Once we were a little over 60 km away from the village, I decided that it was a good time to set up camp. While eating, my student looked at me and asked me a question:

"Bara-sensei, I have been meaning to ask you something?"

My mouth was full of delicious rice balls that Princess had made from scratch. "If you keep making this food, you can ask me anything! This shit is incredible."

She had a slight blush from my language. "I just wondered, do you have any idea what happened when my eyes started to glow?"

I immediately put down my food and my face turned serious. Damn, I almost forgot about that.

"Hinata, as a Hyuga, you hold one of the three most powerful dojutsu. The Rinnegan, Sharigan and Bakugan are feared and coveted throughout the ninja world. But, I'm guessing this is all just review for you." I look towards her and she nods in understanding. "I need to ask you, have you ever heard Mangekyo Sharigan."

"Of course, it one of the most feared abilities in the world. It requires you t-to experience the loss of your best friend. I have heard that Sasuke-kun's brother, Itachi has it—and he u-used it to kill his entire clan." This was one of the few times her stutter reappeared, "Why do you ask?"

"In the same way that the Sharigan has an advanced form, the Byakugan also has one. However, unlike the Mangekyo, there have been no documented cases of anyone other then the Sage of Six Paths using the jutsu. I always felt it was just a myth. Hinata, somehow, you have achieved the Heavenly Byakugan."

I saw her face as she tried to absorb the information. I couldn't even imagine how she was feeling. To realize that you achieved a jutsu that most people don't know exist.

"H-how is this possible?! I am definitely not the strongest Hyuga in history, and I have never killed my best friend. Even if I had, plenty of Hyuga's have lost their loved ones' and never got this jutsu."

"The Sharigan may have evolved from the Byakugan, but they are two distinct techniques. If the myths, I mean stories, are true only one of a pure heart that has been betrayed by those who are supposed to love and protect them can gain the technique. Even with that, it is said that the jutsu is so intense that it usually kills the wielder immediately. Somehow you have not only managed to gain the jutsu, but to maintain it as well." I look at her shocked face. Poor girl I think in my mind, but I choose to continue. "Hinata, what are you thinking?"

"HOW CAN I HAVE A PURE HEART? Bara-sensei, on our missions I have been forced to hurt and even kill humans. I have disappointed every person in my life. How can I have this ability!" She screams this with emotion raging in her eyes, however, I keep my composure and hug her.

"Hinata, if anyone has a pure heart, it is you. I have met people who have never killed a fly who still have corruption in there souls. You have the best of intentions for all you do; yet you are strong. Can't you see, this is why you were chosen to have this ability." I look down at her and see that she is slowly yet surely beginning to calm down.

"Bara-sensei, if this ability has never appeared in any other Hyuuga, how will I learn how to control it? How can I make sure, that I don't get overpowered or…or hurt those I care for?" She begins to have tears appear in her eyes. "Damn it, I thought I was all out of tears."

I look at her and realize that there is only one way that we can learn more about this jutsu. There is only way that we can become strong enough to do what we set out to do. There is only one way that we can be assured safety from Konoha.

"Hinata, I have an idea, but you may not like it. But, remember you have to listen to everything I say."

She nods in understanding.

"We are going to the Akatsuki Hideout."