Sylencia – Poor Madara, he can't let go of Shisui. But you have to understand it from his perspective, poor boy doesn't want his sister to have sex with anyone. Shisui, the forty-year old virgin. That would be a funny story to read. :p Yay, can't wait for your story, I'm excited! :D Hihi, I did hide but they found me anyway… Thanks for the review, I appreciate your support, like always!
SilverIcy – Poor Konoha… *shakes head* They brought in monsters, monsters I tell you! :p I hope too, poor Madara was so sad. The Toka from my story is a creepy-stalking fangirl. Yeah, I think Mito had a very funny and nice personality, loyal to her closest people. Thank you for the nice review, I appreciate your support! :D
intricatesimplicity92 – My Shisui is growing up too fast! ;.; Hihi, I'm so torturing you, poor you! :p Thanks for the review though! :D
Jane Doe (guest) – Alright then, from today on I, E.T.-king name as Warlocker, may you find joy in life, my faithful companion. :D Soo cool, I can finally associate someone with a corpse that was too tortured to recognize. :p It's too bad I can't make you scared when I'm writing scary, gory, angst chapters… *pouts* Maybe Mito will finally be on par with her? Hmm… I could make Mito stronger on Fuinjutsu and highly advanced on Tai/Nin/Genjutsu but still Shisui will be stronger, she had two lives, more experience and whatnot, I don't think people could be stronger than her when she was a very talented prodigy in her first life. But I will make her rivals with Mito, it'd be nice. :D By the way, Kushina isn't Mito's granddaughter, that's Tsunade. :D Don't worry those will come, let's start with grouping the clans and making good ties with other villages like Hidden Eddy Village. ;D The rest will follow suit. It's alright, you'll stay as my number one funny reader! Thanks for the review! ^.^
Kasai no Oni – Hihi, I'll try to bring in more fluff! :D Thanks for the review!
PervertAnimeOtaku – I'm glad I could make you laugh! As for the pairing you'll see who she'll end up with. :p Thank you for the review, I appreciate the support. :D
Geminine – I felt so sorry for Madara, I mean I do understand his inner battle. Poor Madara and Izuna. And poor Shisui. I feel for them. Thank you for the nice review, of course I always answer your messages, I love my faithful readers! Believe it! Hihi, I had to smile when I read that, it was so cute! :D Thanks for the review and support, I appreciate the support!
SkinnyLegs – Tobirama can be a pain in the ass, even for me. Poor Madara, he can't imagine his little sister with another guy, let alone having children. Hehe, I'm so violating him, no, both of them! Overprotective brothers and their wild imagination, you could say that I have some experience with them. Ooh, she did mention Itachi and Sasuke a lot, especially in the beginning, but I'll try to bring them more in the story. :D Meh, don't worry, I won't start correcting your mistakes, beside, even I make grammar mistakes. :p Thank you for the review, I appreciate your support! ;D
The Ice Sorceress – Hihi, it's good that you're confused, in a twisted way, that's what I am after. Poor you, don't worry, Shisui's feelings will appear slowly on and then your confusion will be replaced either by joy or disappointment, I hope the former. :D Thanks for the review!
VKLover13 – Hihi, my story loves you too! Thanks for the review, I appreciate the support! :D
So here are the ages for the ones that are confused, for this chapter only:
Uchiha Madara/Senju Hashirama=21 years to 22 years old
Uchiha Izuna/Senju Tobirama=19 years to 20 years old
Uchiha Shisui=16 years to 17 years old
Dear readers, I had family visit from the Netherlands and thus I couldn't publish new chapter, I hope I didn't lose my reputation as the Speedy Demon, I kind of like that nickname! Big hugs and kissed to all of you!
Love,
Angelbloodlover
Era of the Warring States
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By Angelbloodlover
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~ Always forgive your enemies- Nothing annoys them more.
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Chapter 16: Konoha's Noble Clans
Shisui looked in hidden awe how the ancient head clans of Konoha's noble clans were discussing political things under each other.
The head of the Nara clan, Nara Shuko.
The Head of the Yamanaka clan, Yamanaka Ichi.
The Head of the Akimichi clan, Akimichi Chobou.
The head of the Hyuuga clan, Hyuuga Husho.
And finally the head of the Sarutobi clan, the famed Sarutobi Sasuke.
Surprisingly, the head of the Inuzuka clan, Inuzuka Kame, arrived shortly after the Sarutobi clan with a request to join the village. Hashirama, of course, accepted their request.
That one took her entire attention, not because he was named after Sasuke, her adorable cousin but because she could feel the tingling of his powers underneath his skin, rolling in waves, chilling but it was alert. His goatee reminded her of Sarutobi Hiruzen, something Asuma, his son, had too. She wondered if this was a tradition from father to son. When he locked eyes with her, she looked away, hoping she wasn't that noticeable. Unfortunately, he noticed her and was already walking towards her with a mighty air of power and knowledge. If it weren't for the fact that she was living her second life, she would have run away from his as soon as possible. Even after all meeting all those famous, overly strong and living shinobi's, she was still dumbstruck when she met new ones.
Never in her life could she get used to these moments.
A cough interrupted her thoughts and she squealed when she met his warm and yet alert brown eyes, "If it isn't the famed Shunshin no Shisui in all her beautiful glory."
She heard two choking sounds from somewhere in the crowd and could already guess who they were with closed eyes. Her cherry-red cheeks didn't go unnoticed by the man and he smirked, which irked her but for the love of Kami, this man was a walking sex god, even on par with Hashirama and Tobirama, "It's a pleasure to meet the famed leader of the Sarutobi clan." She bowed in respect and he returned the gesture, the same crooked smirk on his lips. He had golden-brown tousled hair, his body muscled and shaped strongly.
"The honour goes to me to meet such a beautiful young maiden like you." With gentleness he took her hand and kissed it, his eyes never leaving hers and she felt her cheek flare even more.
Swallowing loudly, she replied with confidence, "Sarutobi-sama, you flatter me." She grabbed her kimono and bowed in courtesy for him, her eyes never leaving his, "I'm only a humble kunoichi in your presence."
He chuckled, his hands still not leaving hers, she had a nagging feeling that this man was after something else. That aside, she could literally feel all the eyes of the attending crowds, her brothers included. "Please, call me Sasuke, that title makes me feel old."
She giggled softly, "Alright, Sasuke-sama."
"Less formalities please, soon, we'll be a part of this village, no need to address me like a king." He released her hands but let it slide off very slow. She could see that his eyes were very pleased by what he saw, she wasn't born yesterday. No wait, that figure of speech doesn't fall within her category. She was rather born from the era of the reinstated Sandaime, after the Yondaime. That all aside, she knew when a man was interested in her and this one definitely topped that category.
Smiling softly, she inclined her head, "You're right, Sasuke-san."
The Sarutobi Sasuke actually pouted but chuckled nonetheless, shaking his head in amusement. "Shisui-san, you sure are something else."
"I do get that a lot." Her lips tugged upwards in bemusement and she had to admit Sasuke was a fun person to hang with.
He laughed loudly, his voice catching many people off guard, especially the tense Hyuuga clan. She locked eyes with Hashirama and winked at him, making him smirk at her actions, "Shisui-san, I like your attitude, you're straight forward!" He placed a hand on her shoulder, looking with sincere eyes in her black orbs, "To be honest, at first I was reluctant to join the village because of the Uchiha's but I have to say that appearances can be deceiving."
"Wise words from a wise man." She answered truthfully, he was also one of the shinobi's she had major respect for. "I'm pleased my clan's prejudices were nothing more than a gossip."
He hummed in response, eying Shisui so intense it made her feel awkward. "Although one prejudice about the Uchiha clan wasn't a mere gossip," He brushed back her soft curly strands behind her ear, his lips tugged in a seductive smile.
Shisui laughed awkwardly, swallowing inaudible, "Sasuke-san, you flatter me too much, I might grow an even bigger ego than I have."
He chuckled softly, shaking his head, "It's no flattery when I'm merely stating the truth." Suddenly, one of Sasuke's bodyguards appeared next to him, whispering something in his ear and then vanished. Sasuke looked at me with apologetic eyes, "Unfortunately, I have to leave your lovely presence. It seems I'm needed somewhere else." He grabbed her hand and placed a chaste kiss on her hand, "Your brothers must love you a lot."
"Huh?" She asked confused, wondering where that came from. "Of course they love me or else…" She trailed off, chuckling softly.
"Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned." He grinned in amusement, "I don't think anyone would want to experience that." He turned around, his grin replaced by the same crooked smirk, "I hope we'll be able to meet again, Shunshin no Shisui." He disappeared in the crowd but she had a feeling that he still watched her from time to time.
Shisui had to be honest with herself, she didn't like the clan head of the Hyuuga clan but then again she never liked their idea of branding a seal on their own family members. She despised such treatments since they were literally mistreating their family. To have such gruesome traditions within Konoha was unheard of. Konoha was known as a peace-loving village but that was all for the show, people didn't know everything about Konoha's deepest and darkest secrets.
That was one of the things Shisui wanted to avoid. There would be no sealing of their own family members within Konoha, she would make sure of that.
To have knowledge from the future and not using it would be a disgrace to all those who had suffered from it. No, she would correct every mistake Konoha had made. This way the suffering and loss would be avoided, no more trauma for her best friend, Uchiha Itachi. He wouldn't have to shoulder so much burden on his shoulders, it wasn't fair for him. Itachi was one of the people who deserved a better second chance at life and she would grant him that wish. As his best friend and lover she was obliged to gift him with that.
"Hashirama-kun." Shisui spoke softly, appearing next to him while he was talking to the Hyuuga head, "Husho-san, it's a pleasure to meet the head of the famous Hyuuga clan."
She could see that he was surprised to hear such respect from a Uchiha, "Shunshin no Shisui, a pleasure to meet you too." He took her hand and placed a kiss on her hand. Was it her or did Hashirama's fingers just twitch slightly?
And then Madara appeared next to her, inclining his head in respect towards the Hyuuga head. She had asked him to lay aside their hostility because the Hyuuga would be a part of their clan. "Husho-san."
"Madara-san." The Hyuuga replied with a bow of his head. She could feel the underlying tension between the two. "I was talking with Hashirama-san about the secrecy from the clan in regard to the village."
Shisui forced her body not to stiffen and spoke softly, "Husho-san, may I please?" It was too impolite to take the word without asking. He inclined his head in agreement, slight curiosity behind those pupil-less eyes of his. "I speak on behalf of Hashirama-kun and my brother, Madara-nii-san, when I say the following things." Husho stiffened slightly when Sihsui's eyes narrowed slightly. She had discussed this with Hashirama and the rest about this so-called seal of the Hyuuga's or the fact that they divide their own family members, they regarded the branch house as mere servant. "Our village will be a place where ninja's and civilians can leave peacefully, which can only be required if everyone is viewed as an equal and no servants. There will be no such things as branding family members with a cursed seal or view them as mere servants because of their birth order or heritage. This will bring only more pain and suffering, which we want to avoid at all cost and threaten our peace that we fought so hard and long for. That, Husho-san, will not happen under my watchful eyes, this village was my childhood dream, together with my brothers and best friend, Hashirama. We will not accept such discriminating facts. The Hyuuga's are welcome to join our village but only under these circumstances. I hope I didn't insult you in any way simply because I want to protect those that I care for." She bowed in respect for the visibly surprised Hyuuga and she didn't miss the impressed looks from her brother and Hashirama.
"Everything that my dear friend, Shisui-chan, had said is absolutely true and I stand firm behind her." Hashirama added seriously, "We will not accept such inhumane things in our peace-loving village." Shisui knew that the Hyuuga clan was a very important for her future Konoha but this had to be said. She knew it was risky but it was a risk they were obliged to take.
Madara crossed his arms, nodding firmly, "I, Uchiha Madara, head of the Uchiha clan, also stand firm behind my sister's words."
Shisui was ready to tear up but she held herself strong. She couldn't afford to show a blink of uncertainty towards Hisho.
The head of the Hyuuga clan, "Fear not, Shisui-san, I'm not offended in any way. But I have to say I'm surprised about this conversation, I never voiced such things to the Hyuuga elders but the three of you already knew about it. How may I ask?" His eyes sharpened and he crossed his arms, tension rolling off his figure.
Shisui raised her palms to show no harm, "The Uchiha clan had similar ideas but in the end the suggestion was voted out. We live through respect and equality."
"I see. Hashirama-san, Madara-san, Shisui-san, I understand the ideology of the village but I will have to think about it."
Shisui released the breath that she was holding up from the stress, "Hisho-san, our village would be honoured to have a strong, talented clan in our midst. I, as a Uchiha, would be honoured too since we our clans are distant families." She wasn't trying to suck up to him, she was stating the truth. Konoha without the Hyuuga's would be not the same Konoha. The Hyuuga's were needed, for Konoha.
"I, as the Senju head clan, would be honoured to have such a noble clan in our midst."
Madara only inclined his head for his best friend and little sister, "I, as the Uchiha head clan, would also be honoured to have such a strong-wielding Dojutsu in our village."
Hisho returned the gesture, "I feel honoured to receive such respect from such strong clans. I'll have to discuss this with the Hyuuga elders and my clan."
"Of course, take your time." Hashirama answered with a soft, sincere smile.
Shisui couldn't suppress the happy smile, everything was starting to become good. Konoha's future was taking a better path, one where no mistakes would appear.
Fuinjutsu and medical Ninjutsu that interested Sihsui to no end. The reason because of this wasn't because it would make her famous, or strong, or gifted. No, her reasons were purely selfless.
She chose Fuinjutsu for something far different, something that would help her with her personal dream. She knew it would be hard to achieve that dream of hers but she hoped with the help of the famed Uzumaki clan that she would be able to reach it. She had discussed this with Hashirama and Madara, and Izuna, hell even Tobirama about this and they were shocked, astonished, even surprised.
But Shisui knew that she could reach the impossible. She would try it, for Konoha, for her future friends and family.
Then she chose medical Ninjutsu for something far deep, something she did in name of love, it could be viewed as selfless or selfish, it depended on the person's view. Her entire life she had seen Itachi struggle with this incurable disease of his, she had seen him cough out blood, lay in bed with a high fever, unable to eat or swallow in harder times, force himself to seem healthy in front of his little brother and clan but she had seen right through him. She was the one who took gentle care of him when he was feeling unwell or when he needed an excuse to get out of the house because he couldn't face his little brother when he looked like a crippled, sick man.
Her devoting attention towards the medical side was purely for him but later it also became something that she forced her brothers with. She wanted them to live further, to enjoy life, to find love and marry, start a family and grow old, together with her. Year after year, she had tried to find different methods to destroy cancer but till now she didn't achieve a thing. She could destroy the cancer cells but new ones would take its place, the only good thing about this method was the fact that she could prolong the life of the sick one not cure it. Hashirama took an interest on her personal mission, and together with him, they would try to find a cure through mixing of herbs and chakra. Her greenhouse was already sprouting beautifully and the scent was mesmerizing, she had collected herbs with Izuna's aid.
All in all, she also wanted to fix the mistakes from her friends, she didn't want them to suffer the same mistakes.
Not on her watch.
"Hashirama-san, it's an honour to meet you in person." Uzumaki Horuko spoke in sheer respect, the leader of Hidden Eddy Village and the head of the Uzumaki clan. He turned her attention towards Shisui, "And the lovely presence of Shunshin no Shisui."
Shisui felt wary as his daughter, Uzumaki Mito, kept glancing at Hashirama with a small blush on her cheeks. She didn't know why but she didn't like those stares, for some weird reason she wanted to gouge out her eyes but that was horrible. How could Shisui think like that, this was Hashirama's future wife, and yet that idea seemed to crush her lungs and heart.
Hashirama, of course, didn't miss Shisui's uncomfortable position, "The honour goes to me, Horuko-san, Mito-san."
"Horuko-san, Mito-san, a pleasure to meet the leader of the famed Uzumaki clan." She smiled politely but couldn't keep the sour taste from her mouth. Why was she feeling like this? She should be happy to meet them. They could help her with her first goal but then why…
Why?
"The Village Hidden in the Eddy would be a great ally for our village, I hope we can achieve a strong bond in the near future." Hashirama spoke sincerely, his eyes glancing towards Shisui who shifted her feet. She was feeling sick, something told her that she wouldn't like to hear the next following things. "I, as the head of the Senju clan, would be honoured to marry your lovely daughter, Uzumaki Mito." He smiled gently towards the said girl and glanced awkwardly towards Shisui who went completely rigid at the mention of marriage. For some weird reason she felt as if she lost something close to her, as if something precious was ripped from her hand but she couldn't name it, she didn't know what it was. She had joined their discussion after she had noticed them in the crowd but now she wished she had never come.
Coughing softly, she looked at the trio, "I apologize but I'm feeling unwell. I hope my leaving doesn't offend the both of you in any way." She nodded in respect towards the two of them. Without glancing towards Hashirama she turned around and left. She couldn't look in his eyes, she didn't know why but something told her it was better not to reveal her conflicted orbs towards his all-seeing eyes.
All the while she could feel his confused gaze on her back as she walked away with dignity.
"Imouto," came Madara soft voice.
She didn't look at him, only staring ahead of her, "Aniki." Till now he didn't even bring up the topic that she wanted to talk about so badly. She didn't bring it up and waited for him, she wanted to give him some times and hopefully he would understand her.
He sat next to her, staring down at constructing buildings and finished ones, his company soothing her wild, scared heart. He wrapped his arms around her shoulder, pulling her close to him as she sniffed softly, "There, there, aniki is here." He whispered gently in her ears, trying to figure what was wrong with her. He had noticed his distressed face when she left the meeting, Izuna too, and so he had left the presence of the Nara clan to check up on his sister only to find her sitting on the same cliff they had sat on years ago, looking depressed and ready to cry tears.
"Aniki, it hurts." She admitted painfully low, closing her eyes as she inhaled the deep forested scent. Normally, she would love this smell but right now, it made her sick.
Madara tightened his grip, kissing her on her pinned hair that made her look so majestically gorgeous, it broke your heart. He didn't know what to say, she had only said that it hurts but what made her hurt? "Just tell me who I should beat up." He stated softly, trying to humour her as he brushed her black strands back, just like that lecherous monkey summoner had done. If it weren't for the fact that Izuna, the more level-headed of the two overprotective brothers, had stopped him he would have slaughtered the leader of the Sarutobi clan.
Shisui giggled softly, "Aniki, no one hurt me, no need to be rash."
"If someone dares to hurt you, I'll rip them to shreds! No one messes with my baby sister!" He stated loudly, picturing himself like the giant wall that protected a rare, precious flower that many people sought after.
"Aniki, I'm seventeen, not a baby." She sputtered with a red face, the pain was diminishing but it was there, faintly and humming annoyingly so.
He chuckled softly, his chest vibrating with a loud rumble, "In my eyes you'll always stay my baby sister, no matter what you say." He gently cupped his face and kissed her forehead, "Imouto, I understand that you want to find a man who would equally love you back, I understand it now. And as your big brother I will grant you permission to- Don't get carried away, let me finish first," He spoke quickly when he noticed her wide-eyed expression, "Izuna and I will give you permission to date someone after we deemed him worthy- Don't look like that!" He shouted loudly when he noticed her crestfallen expression.
"Aniki, I'll be doomed to stay single if it were up to you and Izuna." She concluded with a deadpanned look.
He rolled his eyes, whacking her on her head, "Imouto, I'll promise if the man who wants to court you really," He swallowed the bitter taste away, trying so hard to fight off those disgusting images away, "loves you. If he only has eyes for you, if he respects you like an equal, if he cherishes you like you're his life, if he trusts you dearly, if he promise to take care of you then only then we will grant him permission to court you." His eyes were serious and Shisui felt her eyes soften at her dear brother who wanted nothing more than to protect her from the vultures.
She nodded softly, smiling at him, "Arigatou aniki." and finally he let her hug him. This time he didn't leave, this time he stayed with her, the pain long forgotten.
For now.
