Chapter Three

Tonight was the night of the full moon. It loomed overhead, bleak and mysterious. It was beautiful, at least in my opinion. I headed down the illuminated path, not glancing back at the sky where the moon hung. There was alot of puddles on the path I followed, I would probably get a little mud here and there.

When I finally reached my destination, I sighed. What the hell was I doing here? I questioned myself as I gazed up at the sign that read 'Shinobi Bar'. Shrugging, I walked into the dimly lite room.

"Sakura!" Well at least he was already here and on time. So unlike him. I turned to the direction his voice had come from and noticed that he wasn't alone. I turned back around and walked right back out the door. He was going to come after me, I already knew it so I kicked off my heels, snatched the mu and took off at full speed. That bastard had betrayed me. He was on the dark side now. She'd gotten to him. Damn it, I wouldn't cry over him, but even as I told myself I wouldn't the tears built up, practically screaming for release.

"No." I whispered, shaking my head. I would not cry over this.I am not weak,and I knew it would happen eventually. They always went over to her. I was always left for her. I slowed to a stop as I reached my apartment.

I fumbled with the lock, hearing his approaching footsteps. I didn't want to hear his excuses. I finally managed to get it open and slammed it shut behind me, locking it. When I felt something brush against the skin on my wrist, I looked down at it, I remembered the bracelet. I yanked it off and threw it away from me. Nothing would sway me now. I was going to leave the village, and soon. I slid to the floor, my back against the door and pressed my face into my hands, shoulders jerking for my sobs.

I was bored and hot. I really didn't know why today of all days they decided to hold the Anbu Exams. They, being the ninja council. All current Anbu members were required to attend but didn't if they currently had a mission, and I, being the leader of Squad One couldn't get out of it no matter what, even if I did have a mission. We were holding the exams in the stadium this year. Only Anbu members attended this exam, thus the lack of people in the stadium. It was barely filled since so little go to join the Anbu.

I also had to fight against the new comers to see the level of their abilities. They were currently standing in front of me. Kami. I scratched the back of my head and huffed out a sigh before I began.

"Alright. We'll begin shortly. Before we do, there are a few rules you need to know and understand. First off, attack with the intent to kill, otherwise you will be. If I sense you're holding back on me I won't hesitate to kill you. Second, I will heal any and all injuries you gain, and there will be alot, so if you're having second thoughts, leave now." Some looked frightened but surprisingly none left. "No? Then on with the last rule. I will be the one to determine if you will be joining the Anbu. It doesn't matter if you're the best, if I think you aren't ready, you will not be joining. Do I make myself clear?"

"Hai!" They all spoke together.

"Captain." I didn't turn my attention from the newbies.

"Hai?"

"You may begin." I inclined my head slightly in acknowledgement. He went back to safety, knowing it was going to be dangerous.

"Ahh, before I forget to tell you, you will all be spilt into teams of three. Two main reasons for this. The first would be to see how well you can work with the others on your squad and second will be to save time." I folded my arms across my chest. "The teams have already been preselected, so you don't have to worry about who to choose since we've chosen for you." A man appeared behind me.

"Now lets get this started." He said. I groaned, knowing I still had at least fifteen minutes before the fights would begin.

Well this is going to be fun. At least the first group can actually do something right. Their teamwork skills passed. It was the brunette girl who led them. They tried to gang up one me, which didn't really turn out so well. I'm surprised that they lasted for so long. The other brunette, a boy didn't seem as if he knew what he was doing. I guess I should just take him out first.

I watched silently as my clone attacked him, ignoring the others. They couldn't land a hit on a clone. Sad really. Speed is a definite need to work on area for all three of them. They were taking alot of damage and it had only been about seven minutes. Willpower is a check plus. They haven't given up yet. I swung my legs in boredom. No one had noticed me so far. Not even the Anbu in the stands knew that the one out there fighting was actually a clone. They really need more training. More intense than normal, though I don't know why I really care. It's not as if I'll be here to train them. I shrug it off and slip off of the branch I was currently sitting on.

I let the balls of my feet take the impact as to not let the newbies hear my soft landing. I waited for a moment before springing into action. Within seconds I have them all subdued. I don't believe that anyone saw me come out from my hiding spot. They really do need more training, and I'm notjust talking about the newbies. Though, these ones won't become Anbu this time around.

As I stand in the clearing, I feel my chakra, the chakra I had placed into them much earlier, searching for all injuries they attained. Forty-five cuts, twenty-one bruises, and only ten broken bones. Most of them ribs. Not so bad. I snap my fingers and the chakra heals them. I watch as several Anbu medics take them out of the stadium to do the job I already did. No one yet knows that I had placed my chakra into the every single one of the newbies. Ohh well. They'll find out soon enough.

I sigh and shake my head, frowning. "Next!" I call out. It was going to be a long day...

A/N: Hope you are enjoying the story so far.